It’s here! It’s here! Outdoor dining season is finally here! This is what we have been patiently waiting for all winter long. This spring and summer’s outdoor dining options will include an array of decks, patios, sidewalk seating, and more, ensuring that you and your group can thoroughly enjoy some al fresco dining while indulging in local cuisine.
From this list, please find the current outdoor dining options – more to come as the season heats up (literally).
Here’s the ultimate Portland Old Port guide to outdoor dining in Portland, Maine (Spring/Summer 2024 edition)! Check back as we continue to add!
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Pick of the Patios
Alto Terrace Bar + Kitchen
Elevated dining in the Historic District of the Old Port, Alto Terrace Bar + Kitchen has 4th-floor terrace dining. Open for breakfast or for an upscale dinner.
COMING SOON – Blyth & Burrows
Coming soon – Get ready to set sail at Blyth & Burrows! The ship has settled into the harbor, now the team is working hard on constructing their ship (patio) on Exchange Street.
Butcher Burger
Butcher Burger is a unique restaurant which serves a variety of burgers, hand cut fries, and lobster rolls. Their Portland location offers patio dining along Union Street in the Old Port.
The Clam Bar
The Clam Bar, a mostly outdoor seafood joint and beer garden, has reopened for the season. Picnic tables and bar seating are situated within the sun and shade.
Dockfore
Sports bar + local pub in the heart of the Old Port, Dock Fore currently has their sidewalk seating available. Their parklet seating available along Fore Street should be ropening soon.
El Rayo
A friendly local taqueria serving fresh and delicious Mexican cuisine, El Rayo has its back deck open for the season.
Foundation Brewing Co.
Founded on the idea that at the base of human community, you will find good people and good beer, Foundation Brewing Co. is a full spectrum brewery featuring an outdoor patio. Their summer patio features a mix of sun/shade, with the tent (currently under construction and coming soon) providing coverage during rainy weather or protection from the sun.
Independent Ice Co.
The bourbon whiskey bar and restaurant, Independent Ice, now has its patio dining on Wharf Street open for the season. Great for enjoy dinner and a drink while people watching in the historic Old Port.
Liquid Riot
Offering one of the best waterfront views Liquid Riot’s back patio is open for the season. Hip, warehouse setting with funky fixtures.
Luna
An open-air bar located on the 6th floor of the Canopy Hotel, Luna’s rooftop bar overlooks the bustling Commercial Street. Reservations recommended!
Nosh Taco
Nosh Taco is a fast casual, California surfer inspired taco restaurant, with a clean and fun menu of various tacos, tortas, and other tasty specials. Outdoor dining at One Canal Plaza is open for the season.
COMING SOON – Papi
COMING SOON – To match its sister restaurant, Blyth & Burrows, Papi is also in the midst of building out their own (ship) patio along Exchange Street.
Po’Boys & Pickles
Bringing the Cajun heat of New Orleans to Portland, you can visit Po’ Boys & Pickles for patio dining 7 days a week.
Porthole Restaurant & Pub
A Portland landmark, The Porthole Restaurant & Pub has reopened their waterfront deck for the season. Standing bar area, as well as seated dining available. Dogs welcome and live music throughout the season!
Portland Lobster Co.
Reopening for the 2024 season April 26th! Portland Lobster Company, located on the waterfront on Portland’s bustling Commercial Street, has live music, fresh and delicious seafood, and one of the best views in town from their patio!
Rigby Yard
Sharing a space with sister bar/restaurant, Independent Ice, Rigby Yard, a beer, wine and cocktail bar serving fresh food and spirited cocktails, has their patio open for business. Rigby Yard operates as a coffee bar and cafe 9am – 4pm during the midweek.
Terlingua
A neighborhood Texas-style BBQ joint and market, Terlingua’s outdoor margarita garden + patio is open. Reservations and walk-ins available.
The Thirsty Pig
The Thirsty Pig is a cool outpost providing housemade sausages and casual eats, craft brews, and a patio oasis in the heart of bustling Old Port.
Wilson County Barbecue
Wilson County Barbecue has their outdoor patio open! Headed by native North Carolinian Spencer Brantley, Wilson County Barbecue’s barbecue is cooked in the traditional Eastern North Carolina, pit-smoked whole hog style.
The Full Deck
Allagash Brewing Co.
An independent craft brewery brewing up some of the best Belgian-style beers, Allagash Brewing Co. has a spacious outdoor beer garden and covered patio so that you can taste a wide range of beers on tap, enjoy food from Bite Into Maine, and choose from plenty of beers and merch to bring home.
Anoche
Washington Ave’s cider, spirits and modern pintxos bar, Anoche, has reopened its outdoor seating for the season. Consists of patio tables, lounge chairs and a walk up-service window.
Après
Après, a craft seltzer + cider house, has room for both indoor and outdoor seating. Frequent visits from local food trucks/ trailers and pop-up kitchens. Dog-friendly!
Austin Street Brewery – Fox Street
Austin Street Brewery’s patio has multiple places (covered and uncovered) to sit for both individuals and large parties. Frequently hosting local food trucks and trailers. First-come, first-served.
Bayside American Cafe
A local landmark and a long-time favorite of Portlanders, especially for brunch, Bayside American Cafe’s shaded back deck is open for walk-ins.
Belleflower Brewing Co.
Belleflower Brewing Co. has outdoor dining available! Seated alongside one of Portland’s prettiest murals, they also offer a rotating lineup of Portland’s finest food trucks. Dog-friendly!
Bite into Maine
Award-winning lobster rolls, Bite into Maine’s East Bayside restaurant also offers outdoor dining, available now.
Boone’s Fish House
From your choice of two decks, Boone’s offers waterfront dining right in the Old Port. A lively waterfront restaurant and bar, Boone’s serves up fresh and local seafood.
Cera
Cera’s patio in Monument Square is now open! Stop by for elevated sandwiches & salads.
COMING SOON – Cocktail Mary
COMING SOON – A friendly, neighborhood cocktail bar in the east end, Cocktail Mary offers a modern twist on traditional favorites, local beer and cider, natural wines and soft beverages. Currently open for indoor dining and shooting for early May for outdoor dining.
Duckfat Frites Shack
Duckfat Frites Shack’s takeout window down the alley of Washington Avenue will continue to operate outdoor seating alongside Oxbow Blending & Bottling and Anoche.
Eventide Oyster Co.
The famous Eventide Oyster Co. has a few sidewalk tables as well as a parklet patio open for the season. Available on a first come, first serve basis and leashed, well-behaved doggos are always welcome!
Flatbread
Serving wood-fired pizza on Portland’s waterfront since 2000, Flatbread’s waterfront patio is now open.
Friends & Family
Friends & Family’s outdoor patio dining is open for the season starting May 1st! Overlooking Congress Square Park, you’re bound to catch live music, dancing, films, or more through out the season.
Gilbert’s Chowder House
A family restaurant located on the water, Gilbert’s is an icon seafood restaurant and chowder-house in the Old Port. During the warmer months, they open their back patio for service.
Hardshore Distilling Co.
Hardshore Distlling Co. is ready for spring outdoor sipping! Patio along Washington Avenue is partially open.
The Honey Paw
The tables are set and the umbrellas are up which means patio season is here at The Honey Paw. Well-behaved and leashed doggos are always welcome.
Hunt + Alpine
Hunt + Alpine has built out a patio along Market Street for the season. Hunt & Alpine offers cocktails + Scandinavian comfort food.
Isa Bistro
OUTDOOR DINING CLOSED UNTIL JUNE 24TH, 2024
Isa is a neighborhood bistro serving an eclectic and seasonal menu for both indoor and patio dining. Tucked away from the bustle of Portland, Isa’s private patio is open daily (weather permitting). Reservations are available day of online or call them directly after 3pm. Patio is not dog friendly.
Izakaya Minato
Izakaya Minato, a popular Japanese restaurant on Washington Avenue is slowly rolling out some outdoor dining options with tables available along the sidewalk. Dog-friendly outdoor dining.
Lenora
Lenora, Portland’s all-day taco bar, is open for patio sidewalk seating daily! Added bonus: the patio is pup-friendly!
Lone Pine Brewing Co.
Lone Pine Brewing Co. has reopened their patio seating out front! In addition, construction is underway on their Anderson Street Beer Garden. After a long hiatus, they’ll soon be ready to welcome guests back to the top tiers of the Anderson Street property, overlooking East Bayside and with views of Back Bay. Will be open for Summer 2024, hoping for mid-May.
Navis Cafe
Navis Cafe, an all-day café, serves up a very straightforward–and very tasty–menu with staple selections like breakfast, salads, soups, and sandwiches. They currently have outdoor seating (38 seats) with umbrellas. Pet-friendly as well!
Novare Res Bier Cafe
Novare Res Bier Cafe‘s taproom and beer garden oasis is hidden off the busy streets of the Old Port for some reprieve while you enjoy their world class selection of beer. Currently open for those that want to visit!
Portland Zoo
Head on down to the Portland Zoo for a backyard boogie. Beers, wines and cocktails are dished up in this vibrant, woodsy bar with a spacious terrace.
Quanto Basta
Offering naturally-leavened Pizza Napoletana, Quanto Basta’s enclosed and secluded back patio is open for the season.
Root Wild Kombucha
Root Wild Kombucha offers craft Kombucha & artisan ales. Enjoy flights, pours, cans and more on their patio!
Sapporo
Sapporo, a longtime Japanese restaurant in the Old Port, has casual outdoor seating looking out onto Commercial Street.
Three of Strong Spirits
Dog-friendly and often featuring a rotation of food trucks, Three of Strong Spirits’ patio is open. Come sip on their one-of-a-kind craft rums and gin cocktails.
Yosaku
Widely considered a garden oasis in the middle of the city, Yosaku offers patio dining for lunch and dinner.
This info has been crowd-sourced from websites and social media posts. If we missed your favorite restaurant email us at info@portlandoldport.com and we’ll update our list as soon as we can!