Mitten Machen has reviewed Silly’s from a vegan perspective.
While vegans can’t eat everything on the menu, Silly’s has more than enough to keep us entertained and well-fed. Silly’s earns a triumphant four on the chickpea scale!
Category: Reviews
Porthole Review
The Portland Bar Guide has published a review of The Porthole.
Why do I love the Porthole so much? I don’t even know if I can put it into words. Located on 20 Custom Wharf St., it’s slightly off the beaten path. That helps. Inside, it’s slightly eclectic, giving the eye something to do other than people watch. Ten seats at the bar and ten large tables throughout the inside of the restaurant, there is plenty of room to eat if it’s cold outside. If not, head right out to the deck and find a picnic table.
June Bollard
The June issue of The Bollard includes another installment of the Land of Forgotten Cocktails series by bartender John Myers, and a breakfast review of The Farmer’s Table.
We left The Farmer’s Table full and in good spirits. There are still a few kinks Chef Landry’s team needs to work out, but I’m confident they’ll get there. I’m also hopeful he’ll change up the menu as the seasons change, and maybe include something for those of us with a penchant for maple syrup.
Hugo's Review
Food for Thought has published a review of Hugo’s.
So my meal there the other night was a true revelation. From the get-go, each course was a winner. What’s offered is either a tasting menu of 6 courses or their regular menu, in which it’s recommended that you order at least 3 courses. All courses are basically the same size. I wound up ordering four, plus dessert. That turned out to be too much food for me.
Miyake Review
The Blueberry Files has published a review of Miyake.
So, yeah, I definitely recommend Miyake for great sushi in Portland. It is not your typical sushi place, but rather challenges your previously held notions of sushi with new flavor profiles and preparation methods.
Paciarino Review
Paciarino received 4 stars in this week’s Taste and Tell review from the Maine Sunday Telegram.
The impeccable, fresh pasta at Paciarino, compelling Italian recipes and the fine Italian wine make dealing with a noisy dining room very much worth your while.
Hill[y]to[wn]p Cookie Review
Hilly Town has published another installment in it’s weekly cookie review series. This week Hilltop Coffee Shop‘s peanut butter and chocolate chip cookie was the focus.
Hilltop’s PBCCC contained a goodly amount of salt, which suits my personal taste, and despite its age the insides were wonderfully soft and chewy. However, the bottom was greasy and the edges ever so slightly sandy, two minor design flaws that I will blame on the peanut butter. And peanut butter, as you know, is delicious, as long as you are not one of those poor people who is allergic.
Portland Lobster Co. Review
Portland Bar Guide has reviewed Portland Lobster Company.
The Farmer's Table Review
The Farmer’s Table received 4 stars in this week’s Taste and Tell review from the Maine Sunday Telegram.
The simplest things can be the hardest to accomplish.
A bowl of perfectly cooked fresh mussels, juicy roasted chicken, a cup of espresso and semifreddo or half-frozen chocolate terrine are all good examples of basic pleasures you can enjoy at the Farmer’s Table in Portland.
El Rayo Review
Type A Diversions has reviewed El Rayo, providing an early take on the new restaurant.
Bottom line: El Rayo lived up to expectations, at long last bringing fantastic Mexican fare to Portland.
For additional input see reader comments here and here.
And you might also want to take a look at this article from Portland in a Snap.
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