43 Best American Restaurants near Portland

“the food and the service were absolutely perfect in every way. I could not have chosen a more perfect spot for date night.“

“Came in last minute this past Saturday with a party of 9 (4 adults and 5 children under 11) as grandson had a baseball game nearby. Was my first time. Food choices were very good and kids menu also had lots of offerings and their meals also included ice cream. I can’t say enough about our waiter, Matt. He was just the perfect server for our party, as he had children himself and totally understood how challenging it could be eating out with kids. He put the kids orders in right away. He knew just want to stop by and check on us. He is an asset to your restaurant and you’re very lucky to have him. We will definitely be back. Was a very positive experience.“

“Our favorite place to go in town. Comfortable, amazing food and drinks and the staff is great. It's just plain comfort!!!“

“We are a group of eight Women golfers that travel each week to play a different course in CT. Get the usual eye rolling looks from the men from parking lot, pro shop to the course and finally the bar. Some men are polite but they are few. Quarry Ridge staff went over the top to make our Tuesday golf experience relaxing and fun. Course was in good shape. Kevin in the pro shop attentive asking questions after our round to see if we had a good time and what were our thoughts about women’s golf. Poor Kevin got a earful I’m afraid. He was such a good sport! The chef came out and checked on our lunch. Talked about his menu. Very enthusiastic. It was a perfect day Tuesday Blue sky, cool temps, Great Golf and being with friends. Thank you to all the staff at Quarry Ridge. You will see us all again. Keep up the great work of making women feel valued in the sport of golf. Kindest Regards, Kathy Mroczka“

“Home town atmosphere.Great Music,and Food.“

“Our reunion planning committee has been coming to Lakeside many times to plan for our reunion. The outside atmosphere has been perfect! Dardan was an excellent waiter and a lot of fun. His service was excellent and he was extremely polite. The food came out very quickly, too. We will definitely come back for food, drinks and fun.“

“Best waitstaff I’ve ever seen. Highly recommend.“

“Tried for the first time today ! I had the loco taco hot dog and it was delicious !“

“A-Z everything here is great, from service to bar to food. A great experience all around!“

“Wow !!! A group of 4 of us were traveling through the area and needed a good place for Dinner …We called and made a reservation , the owner Al was very personable on the phone .We arrived for dinner and he had our name on table , and he introduced himself …We had a couple of beers while he explained the menu to us ….we Decided on a couple of appetizers and also a small pizza to sample before ordering our dinner . The appetizers arrived and were very good, but the star of the show was definitely the pizza , so much flavor … the crust was to die for light and airy and so much crunch in the crust !!!! Next was the Dinner - Chicken Francaise , Chicken Parm , Chicken Marsala , Fettuccini Carbonaro .All meals arrived hot and were Delicious …We also got to meets Al’s Daughter who was very personable just like her Father ….We wished we had this Restaurant in our community . Give this Restaurant a shot , you won’t regret it . Thank you“

“Delicious food and friendly staff!👍👍. Will be back!“

“Their roast beef is amazing. Defiantly recommend a roast beef, American cheese, lettuce, mayo sandwich.“

“What a fantastic venue for hosting an event! We recently held a work event here, and everything was wonderful from start to finish. The food was delicious, the service was outstanding, and the staff made sure everything ran smoothly.

The banquet room is a hidden gem and perfect for anyone looking to host a corporate event, private party, or special gathering. It offers its own private entrance and dedicated restrooms, making the space feel truly exclusive and convenient for guests.“

“We had an amazing wedding shower today at Sans Souci! From the beginning of the planning process through the event today, the staff has been phenomenal. The owner was great to communicate with and made sure we had everything we needed to make our event successful. The food was delicious and the service was attentive. Our guests really enjoyed the mimosa bar. Our plated meals were served hot and tasted delicious. If you’re looking for a space to host a private event, I can’t recommend Sans Souci highly enough. We’ve eaten here many times and can’t wait to return!“

“Amazing ambiance, incredible food, and friendly service. The bartenders make delicious drinks and the small plates are unique and phenomenal. One of my favorite restaurants.“

“The food here is delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The owner is very friendly and the staff make the dining experience here a pleasure. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.“

“I love this place family oriented and great food and service highly recommend“

“Stopped in for a very last minute birthday dinner. The staff quickly accommodated a large group (with kids) no problem. Food and service was excellent and the live music really made the night. We were very impressed. Thanks for a memorable night.“

“First time here. Service was excellent but food was mediocre. Burger was ok. Fries were not fresh. You could tell they were frozen. Pickles were really good.“

“I just went to Country Kitchen and bought 2 chili cheese hot dogs for my co-worker and myself, it was "hot dog" day after all :-) Our office staff has gone there many times and loves the food. The mom and her son, Dave are so sweet! Nice to see a family business. Not only do you get GREAT food, but great service with a smile! Can't ask for more......Thanks for being right down the street from us!!“

“I made a reservation here on a Saturday for a date night with my wife and we had a great time. The atmosphere was cool. The service and food were all very good. (We had Cuban Sliders, Calamari and loaded plantain nachos). It was nice to have a unique restaurant experience for a change. It’s the type of place that everyone in the area should do at least once.“

“Great food and very friendly staff. A real classic Northeastern diner, with all the right looks inside and outside. Highly recommend this place!“

“Stopped by 1851 and had a fantastic time. The staff was super friendly, welcoming, and attentive right from the start.
​The drinks were delicious and well-crafted, making it an easy spot to hang out and unwind. While we didn’t order any food this visit, everything coming out of the kitchen looked and smelled incredible—we'll definitely be back to try a few dishes next time.
​The outdoor cornhole was such a great touch and added a fun, lively energy to the whole place. Perfect spot for great drinks, good company, and a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“I can't seem to get past the Bacon Burger, it's incredible! I drive an hour and a half to get there, and it's incredible every time! Well worth the drive.“

“Hi, We love Ken's Corner Breakfast and Lunch, great food, great atmosphere, and friendly service. 💕💕“

“In the area for business, avoiding big chain coffee shops, stopped into Bob's for a coffee and guess what happened......the nice man getting my coffee says no charge. Who does that? Bob's coffee shop, THAT'S WHO. Thanks.“

“The burgers are "the best burgers" around! I will go so far as saying "perfection"! Food so good forgot to take pictures! lol not next time.“

“My husband Jeff and I(Terry) had the best Valentine's Dayy!! Your wings, your service, Food is amazing. Our standards are very high and appreciate all you do for our community!!! Happy Valentine's Day From the Vagell's!! ❤️“

“We had a couple of sandwiches yesterday that were so good. We had an Italian Combo and a chicken Cutlet with sauce and peppers. Steve’s is always very fresh and delicious and we look forward to our next meal at Steve’s.“

“1st time here and everything is going very well. Room is spacious and comfortable. Front desk staff very friendly.“

“Had our 37 grammar school reunion Our waitress Mary Lu was amazing We had a set up in the back which was perfect as we were a fun 🤩 group The food was great and the cocktails 🍹 amazing (recommend Strawberry coconut martini)“

“Best breakfast place around.“

“I’ve now been to Casadoro three times, and this latest visit was hands-down the best yet! This place has quickly become one of my favorite spots for Italian-American comfort food with a fresh twist. Great happy hour.The new bean and garlic dip is an absolute standout—creamy, garlicky, and loaded with herb flavor. Paired with their warm, homemade bread. We also got the Bianca pizza with shallots. The sweet caramelized shallots combined with the creamy base and crispy crust made it incredibly tasty and unique. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Casadoro nails that cozy yet elevated vibe, and the food quality keeps impressing me more each time. Highly recommend for date nights, happy hour hangs, or just a delicious Italian meal. We’ll definitely be back soon—can’t wait to try more from the menu!“

“Amazing tacos on taco Tuesday! Full plenty of meat for 3 tacos. The truffle Mac and Cheese is also delicious - highly recommend! Service was also amazing and quick.“

“Cute staff. Epic eats. Best food on campus hands down.“

“The arugula salad was the BEST salad I think I’ve ever had and we frequent many different restaurants weekly. Shroom pizza was delicious as well. Definitely will return.“

“consistently amazing with food, service, friendly staff, clean and overall great experience.“

“Valentines dinner was phenomenal. Will definitely be returning. Thank you!“

“Great food and great people ❤️“

“I went to a Yard Goats game last night in Hartford. I was very happy to discover that Ted’s Burgers sold their steamed burgers inside the stadium. The burger I enjoyed had plenty of meat and cheese and was very tasty! The bottled water was pretty routine. I even got to meat Ted!“

“K LaMay's is my favorite steamed cheeseburgers restaurant in New England second to that Ted's steamed cheeseburgers. Once you have a steamed cheeseburger you don't want a regular unhealthy greasy burger ever again!“

“Excellent food & Service!“