47 Best Bars near Windham

“We came in last week to see Chase Jobe and Henry Lowry.. they were absolutely amazing. we have not been in in a while, but we are very impressed with our service. Sara was our waitress. She was totally amazing and the food that we had nachos and the corned beef sandwich were outstanding. Cannot wait to go back.“

“Hands Down My Favorite Restaurant in Windham

If you’re looking for the best food and one of the best overall dining experiences in Windham, Smoked is it. I’ve been to plenty of restaurants, but Smoked has become my absolute favorite — and it’s not even close.

The food is incredible every single time. The quality, flavor, presentation, and consistency are something you can count on every visit. Huge compliments to the chefs and the entire kitchen team — you can tell there is real pride and passion behind every plate. Whether you’re going in for one of the regular favorites or trying something different, the food never disappoints.

But what really sets Smoked apart is the people. Molly, Sam, Gretchen, Kelly, Fran, and Raegan and everyone else are genuinely some of the best people you could ever hope to meet at a restaurant. They make you feel welcome, remembered, and like you’re more than just another customer. The service is outstanding, the atmosphere is fun and comfortable, and the whole experience feels like you’re hanging out with people you actually enjoy being around.

And you can’t forget the regulars — they’re part of what makes Smoked feel like a place you belong, not just a place you eat.

There are plenty of restaurants competing for your business, but very few can deliver the combination of amazing food, incredible service, consistency, personality, and community that Smoked does.

If you haven’t been to Smoked yet, go. If you have been, you already know. This is easily my favorite restaurant in Windham and, in my opinion, some of the best food you’ll find anywhere around here.

10/10 every single time. Keep doing what you’re doing, Smoked — you guys absolutely crush it. ❤🔥“

“All I can say is amen hallelujah! I had an incredible eisbock and the pierogi. Perfect pairing, smooth pour, great place. 100% recommend!“

“The wife and I had an amazing time for my birthday. Dinner was perfect. Our bartender Mikey was attentive and entertaining. Highly recommend! 5 stars.“

“A hidden gem for when you don’t want to head into the old port. :)“

“We stumbled upon this gem in Portland Maine.
Place is beautiful inside. With the rooftop patio also a highlight.
Most importantly is the food. Limited menu for brunch but enough to fill our bellies with excellent quality food.
We got the Canoas with lentils, Yucca puffs, Empanadas, Plantain tostones with a delicious pico de gallo on top.
So yummy. Service was top notch. We will be back.
Dog friendly on front patio.“

“Great food made on the premises, including homemade desserts and sourdough bread. Try the charcuterie plate with several cheese, fruit, nuts, bread and a rotating sliced meat. Or the grilled shrimp or tuna, both yummy. Cocktails, wine, espresso -- choices galore. gotta love the espresso martini, even a decaf one! Jazz or blues background music, no headbanger stuff. Relax and enjoy...“

“My Mom and I are in Portland on Vacation. So far EVO is defiantly a High Light! Staff was friendly and very helpful! Food was AMAZING! Absolutely a 10 out of 10!“

“karaoke Wednesday and Thursday nights. Very chill people to hang around with, my favorite place in town to have some beers!“

“This is a great local place to hang out. Love my Vanilla White Russians and great food.“

“Great chicken parm calzone.. Courtney was great at the bar she made us a mean margaritas.“

“Dog friendly, and yummy BBQ most days. We can’t wait to make another trip!“

“One of the coolest spots in Portland, definitely worth checking out.“

“I LOVE that DTL is requiring proof of vaccines to enter!! Keep up the great work!! I prefer to not drink/dine in the company of antivaxxers :)“

“Finally made it in to try lambs and I already can’t wait to come back. Lovely wines, nibbles, views and service. Tried a few of the wines and cocktails, they were wonderful and interesting. I appreciate how descriptive and accurate the wine descriptions were! We also got some olives and cheese and enjoyed both. Will absolutely be back to enjoy the views and great wine!“

“The drinks and food were delicious. The bartender was amazing at his craft. Overall an amazing experience and looking forward to next time.“

“Good survive and good food“

“Cash only, but they have an ATM. Food is delicious and more affordable than a lot of places in the area. Everyone behind the bar has always been very friendly, starting with Rick who retired a few years and carrying on with the new bartenders. I also love that it’s been around since the 1930s, as one of the first bars around to reopen after prohibition. It’s definitely a neighborhood gem!“

“I always enjoy stopping in when I’m in the Portland area! Only place with other options besides the ol run of the mill lobster with butter or mayo. Delicious!“

“Very nice layout that’s small but big enough for those staying in the area. Not super busy in evening or morning. Vintage yet updated modern clean feel throughout. Nice cafe next door support great breakfast and coffee and utilizes this space in the Longfellow lobby for seating. Great vibes, low to moderate noise that you can still hear a normal conversation.“

“Excellent Service. Drinks prepared properly. live Music.“

“Ate there this evening celebrating my wife's birthday. Service, food, atmosphere was just amazing! Staff singing while presenting a free lava cake and Ice cream.... AMAZING evening! Highly recommended.“

“Wonderful service and excellent food!“

“Amazing tamales and empanadas.“

“The food was phenomenal, very tasty, flavorful, cooked to perfection! Friendly server and chill atmosphere. Definitely a favorite!“

“Great staff, food and experience.“

“Holy cow, what an awesome find! We enjoyed everything about this place. They have a fun cocktail menu, and the food is AMAZING! Be sure to order the fried chicken, and get at least a couple of their excellent sauces!“

“Had a great breakfast today. The hash Benedict was so far above par!!! It should have been called ‘a whole lot of corned beef with eggs and stuff’!! The English muffin was grilled. The eggs and hollandaise were on point. Excellent cocktails with Jameson featured. Wait staff is top notch. 10 out of 10“

“One of my favorite venues in Maine! PHOME puts on the best shows!!! 💜🎶✨✨✨“

“Always great music, affordable / awesome bevs, friendly crew, and overall fantastic atmosphere. Bottomless thanks!“

“Stopped in after a show at the State Theater...what an awesome place! Great everything! Don't miss out on this hidden gem. Justin the bartender rocked it!“

“Had an absolute blast hosting our Winter Film Challenge kickoff party here. Awesome communication, staff and vibe. Cant wait to come back!“

“One of our favorite places, nice laid back atmosphere with couches & bookcases, reasonably priced beers, and located at the entrance to Portland’s wonderful West End. They serve a great Beyond burger, as well as a black bean burger. They also have a number of other nice options including vegan cheese pizzas, chili, and chili cheese fries! Updated from previous review on 2024-06-25“

“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.“

“So glad we found Shays Grill Pub during our cruise stop in Portland. The hamburger, wraps and especially the fries are amazing, so yummy! Service was so friendly and fast. Highly recommend them!“

“Lovingly-Maintained Yamaha U1 Piano on stage“

“We had them cater our backyard wedding and they were fantastic! Everyone raved about the food and the service. Super easy to work with and VERY reasonably priced! I couldn’t recommend them enough!“

“Best part: If you squeeze in between the desk and chair, you can sit on the floor right next to the (floor to ceiling) window, and it's like sitting on the edge of a cliff looking out over the Turnpike. The noise level is well-controlled, and it's quite peaceful looking at cars and trucks roll by from six stories high. Needs to be high room on the back of the West tower for this effect. Quietest a/c / air system in any hotel I've stayed in, and the controls were pretty legible. Bed was comfy and slept well. Some mystery spots on the coverlet. If you're a DIY type, take along a scraper and some paint and you can fix the peeling paint in the bathroom. Stay away from the breakfast, if you're not used to a mass-market diet, either way you'll do just as well at McDonald's. 'Fridge is useful if you want to lightly freeze things. If you want the good ol' days of a freshly-made bed every day, get on it immediately. We waited til day 3, and despite obediently ordering 24 hrs in advance, chaos still ruled when we returned at 6 pm. The same fellow running check-in eventually arrived with a few towels; we decided he was probably running the whole place on his own that night.“

“really good food here and professional staff“

“we had a very nice dinner“

“Awesome place, such a cool vibe in the building.“

“10/10!!! My husband & I had to take the 1.5 hour drive to Portland for an appoinment. We came across this wonderful place while searching for a delicious lunch. Wonderful, superb authentic food! we tried the house made jalepeno poppers (ginormous & fresh) to start. Husband had the pork chimichanga (pork cooked to perfection) & I had to try the fried green tomato tacos. Blown away by all the flavors! Abby was our awesome server who served up a wonderfully funny sense of humor! Be careful though, she BITES!!! 😂“

“Nick does a great job! ✌🙂“

“I’ve been searching for a bbq chicken pizza that compared to the first bbq chicken pizza I fell in love with up in Greenville when I was a kid. Jess n’ Nicks has delivered ! Best bbq chicken pizza I’ve had in so long!“

“Ordered for my first time yesterday. So thankful for another gluten free option in Portland. The orange chicken might be the best I’ve ever had (GF and non). Beef teriyaki also very good. Will be coming back!“

“Thank you for providing pizzas for King Middle School’s Winter Dance last Friday! The students appreciated it so much!“