Highest-rated restaurants in Portland, Maine, according to Tripadvisor

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August 10, 2022
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Highest-rated restaurants in Portland, Maine, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Portland, Maine using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.

Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.

#30. The North Point

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (238 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 35 Silver St Near the corner of Milk St., behind The Crooked Mile coffee shop., Portland, ME 04101-4132
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#29. J's Oyster

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (2,144 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101-4713
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#28. Novare Res Bier Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (275 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Pub
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4 Canal Plz Ste 1, Portland, ME 04101-4594
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#27. BaoBao Dumpling House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (296 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 133 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101-3827
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#26. Little Tap House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (282 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 106 High St, Portland, ME 04101-3815
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#25. The Front Room Restaurant & Bar

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (403 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 73 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3661
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#24. Luke's Lobster Portland Pier

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (218 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 60 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101
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#23. The East Ender

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (357 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 47 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101-4213
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#22. Marcy's Diner

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (435 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Price: $
- Address: 47 Oak St, Portland, ME 04101-3921
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#21. The Thirsty Pig

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (302 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $
- Address: 37 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101-5009
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#20. The Honey Paw

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (267 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 78 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101-4232
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#19. Fore Street Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,385 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 288 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101-4109
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#18. Scales Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (957 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 68 Commercial St Maine Wharf, Portland, ME 04101-5089
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#17. Eventide Oyster Company

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,137 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 86 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101-4232
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#16. Duckfat

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,294 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 43 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101-4213
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#15. Bayside American Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (467 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 98 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101-2829
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#14. Blyth & Burrows

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (89 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 26 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101-5020
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#13. Street and Co.

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,788 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 33 Wharf St, Portland, ME 04101-4145
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#12. OTTO

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (558 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $
- Address: 576 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3311
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#11. David's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (626 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 22 Monument Sq, Portland, ME 04101-4082
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#10. Hot Suppa

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (609 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102-3303
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#9. Central Provisions

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,014 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 414 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101-4027
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#8. Becky's Diner

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,449 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Price: $
- Address: 390 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101-4610
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#7. UNION Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (591 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Contemporary, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 390 Congress St Located in The Press Hotel, Portland, ME 04101
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#6. Boda

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (411 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Thai
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 671 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3303
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#5. Flatbread Company

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,206 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 72 Commercial St Ste 5, Portland, ME 04101-4749
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#4. Empire Chinese Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (466 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 575 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3308
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#3. The Green Elephant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (621 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Thai
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 608 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3304
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#2. Evo Kitchen + Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (387 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Contemporary, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 443 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101-4025
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#1. Isa Bistro

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (263 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 79 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101-2827
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