Portland Kettle
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About Portland Kettle
Portland Kettle Reviews
184 ratings
New favorite joint. Best clam chowder ever. Don't tell the restaurants I've had it in in Boston. Great owners. 1950s Blues Music. Highly suggest. Off of 3rd between Columbia and Jefferson. Downtown on SW side.
Amazing soups and sandwiches! Friendly service and the gumbo was sooo delicious!
So sad they are closing! No more hearty home cooked soups! Line was out the door for their final day. Hope you tried it, if not, it's too late now. 😔
Portland Kettle is a hidden gem serving some of the finest clam chowder in Portland. Their menu features nice salads, big sandwiches, and hearty comfort foods like beef stroganoff and beef barley mushroom soup. The Italian Sausage special is a highlight, filled with veggies and love, and served with free cornbread, which is considered the best by many. The pastrami sandwich is a must-try, described as the best on the planet. Customers often enjoy warm, comforting meals, with options like gumbo that has a nice spice and comes with cornbread. The place offers friendly service, and the atmosphere is complemented by soulful music. The food is highly praised, especially the vegetable soup and tator tot casserole, with many calling it the best they've ever had. The bread used for sandwiches is delicious rye, and the meat is tender and flavorful, with generous portions. Portland Kettle is a recommended spot for a satisfying and hearty meal.