Dining Guide

There are lots of great, local restaurants in downtown Portland within blocks of Merrill Auditorium.  Many offer online reservations.  Here are some area favorites to help you plan your special evening of live entertainment and delicious, local food.

Grace

15 Chestnut Street
Phone:  207.828.4422
Web:  www.restaurantgrace.com
Up to the minute cusine in a beautifully restored historic cathedral adjacent to Merrill with a full service restaurant and bar perfect for before or after the show. 

The Corner Room

110 Exchange Street
Phone:  207.879.4747
Web:  www.hardingleesmith.com
Italian inspired, casual, affordable restaurant featuring housemade pastas, pizzas & a large all italian wine list.

The Grill Room

84 Exchange Street
Phone:  207.774.2333
Website:  www.hardingleesmith.com
Serving local, naturally-raised wood grilled meats & fish.  Wood fired pizzas. Full bar. Outside patio.

Eve's at the Garden

468 Fore Street
Phone: 207.775.9090 or Toll Free 1-888.798.9090
Web:  www.portlandharborhotel.com
Sophisticated decor and cuisine using fresh local ingredients make this restaurant, right in the middle of Portland’s Old Port, the perfect destination for any occasion.

Cinque Terre Restorante

36 Wharf Street
Phone:  207.347.6154
Web:  www.cinqueterremaine.com
Offering authentic seasonal Italian ingredients & fine Italian wines for a memorable dining experience.

Vignola

10 Dana Street
Phone:  207.772.1330
Web:  www.vignolamaine.com
Italian inspired wine bar offering gourmet beer & delicious creative dishes.

157 Cafe & Bar

157 High Street
Phone:  207.775.5411
Web:  www.eastlandparkhotel.com
Upscale pub food in a fun atmosphere.

 

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