36 Best American Restaurants near Gorham

“Sharing a few words about our incredible dinner recently. I had the best Bolognese ever. The Caprese salad was amazing as well. My lovely lady raved about the salmon she had. And the service was outstanding. Outstanding experience in every possible way. Thank you! We will be back soon!“

“We just had out winter get together with our campground friends Saturday night. We had about 55 people. I met with the owner to make arrangements and make sure it would all work out a few weeks beforehand. Gianna was our waitress and she was amazing!! Top notch in fact!! The food was delicious. The drinks stayed full while we waited for the food. They apologized a few times about the wait as they said the kitchen had gotten backed up but none of us noticed. Great time was had by all!“

“Excellent service by bartender in Gorham on Sunday evening. My friend was rude, unreasonable and embarrassing. The bartender provided excellent service throughout very stressful interaction with my friend who was way out of line and extra, all over mint and a Mojito. You deserve an award for your professionalism and kindness.“

“We had our first Angelo’s pizza tonight. It was a Carbonara pizza and it was fabulous! It was the best pizza I have had in a long time. Delicious and cooked to perfection, NOT over cooked! We loved the crust, thin-ish but not flat bread thin with a nice rim, not 1/2 the slice! Thank you, delicious! We will be back, for sure!!“

“We stopped by on our way back to New Hampshire from Bailey’s Island, pleasant find after driving through Portland. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, we were able to dine outside on a sunny afternoon. I had the 3-lobster dinner, my wife had the broiled clams and haddock. Super delicious ! Eve was awesome! Highly recommend!💝😉😋“

“Super staff! Great food! Great ambience!“

“Had the Super Beef today…. It was super awesome. I’m already looking forward to my next trip there. The buns were nicely toasted, the roast beef was rare, tender, and flavorful. Everything you want in roast beef. The horseradish and barbecue sauces really tied the whole thing together. It was the perfect amount of food but I still would have had another. Also looking forward to going back and trying everything else on the menu, it all sounds fantastic. They also have a full bar, live entertainment, and trivia. Also a very cool atmosphere and vibe. 9/10“

“Where else Can you go to get a great cigar sold by knowledgeable people, have a nice beer and a great meal? You can’t. This is the only place. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience.“

“Been 15 years since I have been here. Food hasn’t changed. Still amazing. Craig and the gang have done an amazing job keeping the tradition alive! Highly recommend!“

“We really love this place. Stumbled on it by accident and now its one of our regular haunts when we are in Maine. The food is always delicious, we love trying new things they add. We love this restaurant and can't wait to be back.“

“I stopped in Blazes today, had been craving a burger, and they didn’t disappoint! The cowboy burger was delicious, burger cooked just right, the onions and peppers perfectly caramelized, the sauce, bacon, and cheese, exactly the fat you want in a good burger. The bun was perfect and gave the perfect bread to burger/toppings ratio. And the side of onion rings was great, good portion, nice and crispy, not burnt and not soggy. Highly recommend!“

“From the food to the staff, it couldn't have been better. The moment you walk through the door you know this is a REAL BBQ joint. Smoked meats with tons of natural flavor, great portion sizes, really tasty sides. The owner loves what he does and it shows.“

“The food and atmosphere are incredible—the vibe is fantastic and the service is excellent. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys the kind of vibe and atmosphere the restaurant offers, and I would certainly go back. There is just one problem: the restaurant doesn't have a website. If you're interested in having a website for your restaurant, I can create one for you.“

“Caroline was so helpful to me in arranging my wife's surprise birthday party. It was perfect and my wife and friends had such a great time! The food rocks and service is awesome! Thank you so much!“

“Awesome place to grab breakfast“

“We did take out the steak&cheese sandwich was excellent and I loved the fries“

“Love their variety of drink & food choices! I have dined here multiple times and have always had a great meal! Also love the atmosphere! You quickly forget that you are eating in a hotel restaurant!“

“How could anybody complain when we’ve just been through a pandemic - We’ve been through a shutdown, many thousands of people have died, schools closed & kids had to learn from home (and then had hybrid learning), many businesses folded & people lost their jobs, the job market changed & people worked from home - Prices went up considerably which made it much harder for some people to get by & many could not make it - I feel that it is remarkable that The River Tap & Grill has done as well as any restaurant out there - Kudos to the owners, the staff & to all the others who have made this possible -“

“We stopped here after my husband a job in Scarborough, and wow… what an incredible surprise. The whole place has that true Maine vibe — cozy, welcoming, and super friendly. Our server Eric was awesome from start to finish. My husband ordered the pork schnitzel and absolutely loved it. I had the butternut squash linguine with prosciutto, roasted squash, arugula, and their homemade crostini bread… incredible. I even saved half so I could enjoy it again another day. Hubby tried two of their 5oz beers (Space Ghost and Santa’s Reinbeer) and enjoyed both. But the show-stealer? The apple crisp cheesecake. 🍎 Hubby took one bite and said, “This is so good it should be outlawed.” And honestly, he wasn’t wrong. It was ridiculous in the best way. We left talking about how we’re glad we live two hours away, because we’d be here every day if we didn’t. Highly recommend checking this place out if you’re in the area. Amazing food, great vibe, great service.“

“Обслуживание, качество - все на высшем уровне. 👍“

“Solid brew pub near several hotel chains. The beer is great. Service very friendly. The kitchen is open as late as the bar itself. French onion soup was homemade and yummy. The muscles were a little bland, as if they are not steamed in the broth. Cooked nicely. Highly recommend Sebago.“

“I've been coming here since they first opened, and I don't think they've ever replaced the seating! Every. Single. Booth cushion is deflated with wonky springs. Terribly uncomfortable and they also keep you too low in relation to the table. REPLACE THESE PLEASE, and maintain as needed!

I don't care for cowboy kitsch.

HOWEVER! While it's true that I sometimes have to send my steak back because it's not the correct temp, this place, compared to every other place I've been in greater Portland, including Texas Roadhouse and non-chain $$$$ places, has the best SIRLOIN steaks and at the most affordable prices. Their baked potatoes and sweet potatoes are always excellent. I love the crispy brussles, too.

Here's a secret for seafood lovers: They have excellent salmon, also affordably priced!

Bottom line, come for the food and down-to-earth prices and focus on your dining partner and conversation. The wagon wheels and such won't even be noticed.“

“I would just like to tell a very short story about how my friend Rex who is 65 years old he is a homeless man out of the Portland area. I took him in to Denny's in Portland to get breakfast on a cold Winter's day in January 2022. We ordered our food with our server who was very rude and after eating our cold yucky breakfast my friend Rex was refused a bathroom to use and then the manager came out and told us for NO REASON, to leave and never come back! It was the worst experience because all my friend Rex needed was a hot breakfast he doesn't bother anyone and never sticks up for himself or creates a fuss! So in looking for another breakfast place to eat we found IHOP in Portland and from the start of walking into that restaurant was so nice and clean the hostess was amazing and sat us immediately with a smile our server Bethany she was amazing so nice and kind she took our order and treated us like human beings she was not judgmental and she took our order the same way she takes everyone's orders with a smile and gracious heart! My friend Rex absolutely loves his fried eggs and his bacon so we now visit the Portland IHOP twice a week. I had told the servers about what had happened to us with our experience at Denny's and the server from IHOP told Rex and myself that we were allowed at IHOP anytime and that they would love to have us!! I can't even tell you how much this warms my heart knowing that I can take my friend who has fallen on some hard times into a restaurant to eat a very nice warm meal and have the best servers in the best wait staff around us! You are amazing IHOP and we love you so much! We will be there every Tuesday and Friday for bacon and eggs comforted by the graciousness and smiles of everyone in the restaurant at IHOP! Keep on being the most amazing restaurant in the world because from my point of view you absolutely are! We love you IHOP thank you so much for your hospitality!“

“I've been coming to Brea Lu Cafe for about 20 years. Started when they were on Forest Ave in Portland, and followed them to both of their Westbrook locations. Brea Lu has remained one of my favorite places all these years. The food is always good, and they always have creative, delicious specials that keep me coming back.

What really makes Brea Lu special, though, is the people. The family who owns Brea Lu and every member of their staff are some of the kindest, most welcoming people you'll ever meet. They make everyone feel like a regular, whether it's your first visit or your hundredth.

They also do a lot for the Westbrook community. It's clear they genuinely care about their customers and their neighbors, and that shows in everything they do.

If you're looking for a really good breakfast with a pedialyte mimosa, friendly service, and a local business that's truly invested in its community, Brea Lu Cafe is the place to go. I can't recommend them highly enough!“

“We recently visited (5 adults and two young kids) and had a great time. Really only one of the adults had any knowledge or experience with golf. It was still fun for everyone. Service was fast, friendly, and attentive. Food was great! And we ended our outing with ice cream right next door. We will be back!“

“Was there for the first time last night. Loved it. Great food. Great service and amazing atmosphere. Would recommend to everyone 👍 👌 😀“

“Cowbell Scarborough surpasses expectations every time I visit. The servers are friendly, attentive and polite. The food is 95% of the time correct, and if it’s not correct it is quickly resolved. Accountability is always appreciated and in this restaurant it’s certainly valued by the front of house. If you had a poor experience before, I’d recommend trying again!“

“Delicious whole belly fried clams!!“

“My husband and I came to Applebee’s recently, and we had such a wonderful experience! From the moment we arrived, everything was great, but what really made our visit special was our server, Cadea (the blonde-haired girl). She was absolutely amazing!

Cadea was incredibly kind, friendly, patient, and attentive throughout our entire meal. She made us feel very welcomed and comfortable, and she was always so sweet whenever she came to check on us. She never made us feel rushed, even when we took our time deciding what we wanted. Her patience and positive attitude really stood out to us.

You can tell that Cadea genuinely cares about providing good service. She was very professional while still being warm and personable, which made our dinner with my husband even more enjoyable. She made sure we had everything we needed and that everything was going well throughout our visit.

The food was also really good and fresh, and we were both very happy with our meals. The whole experience—from the food to the atmosphere to the service—was excellent.

We especially want to recognize Cadea because great customer service like hers deserves to be appreciated. Having someone who is so patient, kind, and welcoming makes such a big difference when you’re dining out. We will definitely remember her and would be happy to come back again! Thank you, Cadea, for making our visit such a pleasant experience! You did an amazing job, and Applebee’s is lucky to have you.“

“Amazing service great broccoli“

“I ordered to go after 12 hour work day, I was wiped out.
Kelly was the best. She watched for my car to show up, I only waited for seconds before she stepped out of the restaurant with my bill. I paid up and she was back at my car with my food. BEST SERVICE. THANKS“

“I love this restaurant for existing here so much. It's so convenient for dietary restrictions that the fast-food restaurants completely ignore when you need to be able to drop in and go.

A tip for this particular location by Olive Garden in South Portland: depending on time of day & day of week, it can be way better to go around the mall to and come in behind through the entrance off the Clark's Pond parking lot rather than deal with the congestion in front of the mall and that right lane that kicks in at Books A Million where you're wondering if people are just fully parked and texting, as long as it can take to get moving sometimes.

Definitely worth the traffic, whichever way you go. The b.good sauce is great with the sweet potato fries.“

“We just left there after having the fried whole belly clams. Absolutely delicious! It’s the cutest place to hang out and have some great seafood. The staff is friendly too! We had gone to another(big)place in the area the night before and we were very disappointed . Luckily we found the Salty Bay! today! I love the seating out back with the beautiful view and the Tavern on site where they serve drinks is great. Nice set up! We’ll be back!“

“Food good but way too slow, was freezing inside…. If prepared to sit you will enjoy…“

“Great food at a great price. our monthly friends lunch met here again today. I love the Power Lunch. Your choice of individual pizza along with soup or a salad. I chose the Primo pizza and salad. Only $15 and it's a lot of food and it tastes really good. The salad came out first, and it was big. The pizza was next and very hot, fresh out of the oven. It was also quite good. I've been here before, and I'll be back again. My three friends all loved their food, especially the French Onion soup. Our server was attentive without being invasive. Tuesday lunch meant no crowd, but this place can accommodate a lot of people. Plenty of parking, handicap accessible, and well located near plenty of other businesses and places of interest.“

“Our waitress Riley gave us exceptional service that was kind and accurate. All of the food came out correctly in a timely fashion. Riley checked on us and was quick to help. Hopefully, all BWW staff can live up to her high standard of customer care!! We appreciate it, thanks again.“