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Gritty’s Portland Brew Pub is the perfect place to experience the ambiance of Portland’s Old Port.

Since 1988, Gritty’s missions have been to craft the best beers possible, serve the very best pub food, and to have way too much fun doing both. For more than 30 years, Gritty’s has succeeded in all three (especially the third…just sayin’).

From its humble beginnings as a small brewpub in Portland’s Old Port, Gritty’s has been brewing authentic English ales and has grown to become the brewery of choice for thousands of Mainers and visitors alike. As Maine’s first brewpub since the repeal of Prohibition in 1933 and the state’s second overall brewery, Gritty’s is proud to be one of the earliest pioneers of the brewing renaissance in Maine, with owners Ed Stebbins and Richard Pfeffer helping to carve the path to where we are now. With three locations – in the heart of Portland’s Old Port, on Route 1 in the heart of Freeport, and in the spirited downtown of Auburn on the banks of the Androscoggin River – Gritty’s has become a true Maine institution, garnering awards such as Best Bar, Best Brewpub & Best Beer.
“There are very few 30-year-old brewpubs in America; I’m pretty sure you could count them on one hand,” says Stebbins. “I know that does not fit into the ‘newest is best’ climate that rules Maine’s beer business these days, but, let’s be honest, how much time does a new brewery get to be ‘new’ these days? Gritty’s will always be the first.”

Our Fore Street location is in the heart of the historic district. Pull up a chair at our copper-topped bar. Strike up a conversation at our beer hall style tables. Take in the street life on the cobblestones of Wharf Street from our patio. Visit us and see where the legend began.

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Gritty McDuff's Brew Pub
4.1
Based on 565 reviews
Leslie B.
1664922800
SO good!! A hidden gem honestly. We had never been to Portland and honestly just picked a place after looking at their menu posted on the glass of the business down a cute cobblestone street. I got the lobster tacos and I am still raving about this dish days later. Best food all trip. Lobster, mango salsa and avocado crema. The waitress/bartender was fast and friendly. Great place to get drinks with the added benefits of good food. Think we spent about $80 on two dinners and drinks. Not bad for lobster!
Hoori B.
1662238865
Went for dinner and sat outside. The outdoor seating was picnic tables - it was alright. Got clam chowder and wings, burger, and chicken strips and apple sauce for the kiddo. The food was good overall although I would say the wings had too much sauce on them. We didn’t finish everything so we packed some to go. The service was great. The bathrooms were upstairs so quite a trek from where we were. I would recommend the place. The strip has so many choices for food.
Jared M.
1660408674
What a great place! Customer service A1. I was pretty drunk going in there and their servers made sure that I had water and that I was 100% satisfied. Ill definitely be coming here again and so should everyone else.
Dawn F.
1658262869
Casual atmosphere! Great music playing, but perfect for conversations. Waitress is very friendly. Stopped in for some drinks. Blueberry Ale and citizen cider is delish! A number of their ales / ipa's are brewed right on site. Enjoy the outdoors by sitting out on the cobblestone walk or sit indoors with the air conditioning. Great stop!
Mark M.
1652467333
In Portland for the weekend and had lunch at Gritty's. Solid food and beer selection. Would recommend for a quick lunch in the city.
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May 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Travis James Humphrey from 6-9 Tuesday nights at Gritty McDuff’s

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Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
May 31 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

You ready for trivia night?

Did you know we host trivia every Wednesday night? From 7-9PM in our Portland location, you can test your brain power against some seriously tricky trivia questions. First, second, and third-place teams win Gritty’s gift cards for their display of knowledge. Can’t make it tonight? We’ll see you next week for another round.

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Jun 3 @ 9:30 pm – Jun 4 @ 12:30 am
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Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

Travis James Humphrey from 6-9 Tuesday nights at Gritty McDuff’s

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Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

You ready for trivia night?

Did you know we host trivia every Wednesday night? From 7-9PM in our Portland location, you can test your brain power against some seriously tricky trivia questions. First, second, and third-place teams win Gritty’s gift cards for their display of knowledge. Can’t make it tonight? We’ll see you next week for another round.

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Jun 9 @ 9:30 pm – Jun 10 @ 12:30 am
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Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

Travis James Humphrey from 6-9 Tuesday nights at Gritty McDuff’s

Jun
14
Wed
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

You ready for trivia night?

Did you know we host trivia every Wednesday night? From 7-9PM in our Portland location, you can test your brain power against some seriously tricky trivia questions. First, second, and third-place teams win Gritty’s gift cards for their display of knowledge. Can’t make it tonight? We’ll see you next week for another round.

Jun
20
Tue
Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Travis James Humphrey at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

Travis James Humphrey from 6-9 Tuesday nights at Gritty McDuff’s

Jun
21
Wed
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff’s @ Gritty McDuff's
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Night at Gritty McDuff's @ Gritty McDuff's | Portland | Maine | United States

You ready for trivia night?

Did you know we host trivia every Wednesday night? From 7-9PM in our Portland location, you can test your brain power against some seriously tricky trivia questions. First, second, and third-place teams win Gritty’s gift cards for their display of knowledge. Can’t make it tonight? We’ll see you next week for another round.

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