Portland, Maine, Restaurants

Only 25 miles south of Portland, in Kennebunkport, Maine, sits Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Spanning more than 14,000 acres, this refuge covers 50 miles of distinctively rocky coastline. As stated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, this area was established "to protect valuable salt marshes and estuaries for migratory birds." Animals often seen here include the "piping plover, the New England cottontail rabbit, raccoons, minks, foxes, seals, moose and black bears." When your hiking group of outdoor enthusiasts gets hungry, head into Portland, Maine, to eat at a locally owned restaurant.

Bangkok Thai

Order your Thai food mild, medium, hot, very hot or "911" at Bangkok Thai. This Portland, Maine, restaurant serves all your scrumptious Thai favorites like tom yum soup, crispy dumplings and red curry with coconut milk. Their extensive menu, featuring a wide variety of flavors, proteins and vegetarian dishes, won't leave anyone in your group behind. Bangkok Thai serves meals Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday noon to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m.

Bangkok Thai
671 Congress St.
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 879-4089
bangkok-thai.com

The Porthole Restaurant

Breathe the fresh salty sea air and dine outside on a large waterfront deck at The Porthole Restaurant. Eat like a New England local at this casual Portland restaurant. Try the corned beef hash and eggs or the omelet with cheese for breakfast. Dinner service offers a limited menu of fresh daily fish specials at a market price along with a beef and chicken offering. Business hours at the Porthole are seasonal. From January to March eat breakfast or lunch Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Regular hours, which include dinner service, resume around Memorial Day; call the restaurant for details. Live comedy entertainment is on the bill on peak season weekend nights.

The Porthole Restaurant
20 Custom House Wharf
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 780-6533
portholemaine.com

David's Creative Cuisine

In the heart of Portland's Arts District sits David's Creative Cuisine. Expect an energized atmosphere and attentive staff. The New York Times called this restaurant "a bright spot in Portland," and Portland Magazine reviewers said they had a "truly spectacular meal." A sampling of the menu includes "exotic mushroom ravioli, pepper-crusted sushi rare tuna and Yankee barbecue pizza." David's Creative Cuisine serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dinner is served Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m.

David's Creative Cuisine
22 Monument Square
Portland, Maine 04101
(207) 773-4340
davidsrestaurant.com

Resources

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Article Written By Victoria Weinblatt

Victoria Weinblatt began writing articles in 2007 with articles published on LIVESTRONG.COM, the Daily Puppy, eHow and other Web sites. She is a licensed massage therapist and real estate agent as well as a certified yoga instructor and English teacher. She received her degree in natural resources from Michigan State University.

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