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The Porthole Claimed

The Way Portland Does Summer

Portland’s largest waterfront deck is at the Porthole! Come see lobster traps, not tourist traps.

Enjoy nautical dining where fishermen sit at the bar and eat alongside tourists and local business people alike. Grab some lobster, a Maine craft brew, and indulge in some casual waterfront dining offering the freshest local seafood and views of Portland’s working waterfront.

Come where the locals hang out and listen to the undeniable sounds of Maine and smell the great sea air on our large waterfront deck. Our stacked schedule of live
music and entertainment makes us a hotspot for mid day hang outs and nightlife fun.

If you are looking for a true New England event experience, The Porthole Restaurant and Pub is the perfect place to host rehearsal dinners, reunions, company outings, lobster bakes and BBQ’s just to name a few events. Contact us about how we can plan your perfect seaside event.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with fresh seafood and other delicious choices, makes this stop a a local family favorite and a visitors “must-see.”

Stop by and experience Portland’s Porthole Restaurant for yourself, you’ll be glad you did.

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4.3
Based on 2413 reviews
Taylor Snipes
16:03 02 Dec 22
A Portland staple! The Porthole has some of the best raw and friend seafood you can find anywhere. I love their drawn butter lobster roll. The lemon aioli and the mayo lobster rolls are also incredible. The oysters on the half shell are massive and delicious. I can easily take down dozens. I love how much outdoor space they have too. The deck is perfect for nice days and there’s also a ton of seating inside.
breafkast
20:25 25 Oct 22
We love the Porthole! Friendly and attentive service, super fresh food, and good drinks. Each visit has been great and we always love sitting on the (very spacious) patio to watch the sunset.On this visit we ordered the haddock and blueberry cake with ice cream. The haddock was delicious - I always love the thin and crispy breading. As for the blueberry cake - I will never be satisfied with another dessert! My god it was good, we can’t stop thinking about it. Definitely worth the $10.We’ll be back!
Aaron Chadbourne
16:45 01 Sep 22
For a city on the coast, Portland has a surprising lack of options for actually eating on the water- thank goodness for The Porthole. With its enormous deck, live music, and genuine working waterfront structure, It may just take the crown for best spot on Commercial St. The deck is large enough to support standing space for those drinking, as well as many picnic styled tables out back complete with umbrellas. The food itself isn't the best seafood you'll get in Maine, but thats only because there is a lot of extraordinary seafood in Maine. It's still great. But the size and ambience of the Porthole is how they butter their bread. The Porthole is a on the short list on places to see while in Portland to get a flavor of the city.
Max Higgins
01:20 26 Aug 22
Five freaking stars. First meal in this beautiful state, and what a way to start things off. Delicious clam chowder (my favorite soup) and amazing lobster rolls (at least I found it to be because it was my first one ever). The drinks stayed full, everything tasted fantastic, and the smell of the salt in the air all combined to an excellent dining experience. The staff was fast and friendly, and even accommodated my need to sit inside due to a bee allergy (there were quite a few buzzing around outside). If we fly in from the airport in Portland, we’ll make sure to make a ritual of coming back here.
Matthew Crawford
06:06 11 Aug 22
About as fresh of a lobster as you can get and surrounded by live music and a great atmosphere. This would be my go to place if you are only in Portland Maine for a small amount of time. We were not able to make lobster fest but this felt like we were at a lobster festival anyway except the prices were more reasonable here then they are at the actual lobster fest. Great selection of brews and a nice view of the water from the high tops.Make sure to get the lobster roll cold with the house made lemon aoli sauce on it. It's a very light addition that doesn't take away from the lobster.
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Apr
1
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Live Music with Div Kid at Porthole @ Porthole
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Apr 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Live Music with Div Kid at Porthole @ Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Div Kid at Porthole

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Apr
8
Sat
12/OC at The Porthole @ The Porthole
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Apr 8 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
12/OC at The Porthole @ The Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

With roots in Nashville & Portland, 12/OC puts their spin on a variety of country, bluegrass & rock…family-style! Join us and the 3 brothers of 12/OC for a night of live music!

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Apr
15
Sat
Live Music with Sam Whitman at Porthole @ Porthole
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Apr 15 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Live Music with Sam Whitman at Porthole @ Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Sam Whitman at Porthole

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Apr
22
Sat
Live Music with Doubting Gravity at Porthole @ Porthole
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Apr 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Live Music with Doubting Gravity at Porthole @ Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Doubting Gravity at Porthole

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Apr
28
Fri
The Few at The Porthole @ The Porthole
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Apr 28 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Few at The Porthole @ The Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with The Few at the Porthole

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Apr
29
Sat
Live Music with Guess Method at Porthole @ Porthole
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Apr 29 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Live Music with Guess Method at Porthole @ Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Guess Method at Porthole

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Ragged Jack at The Porthole @ Porthole Restaurant & Pub
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Apr 29 @ 8:00 pm – Apr 30 @ 11:00 pm
Ragged Jack at The Porthole @ Porthole Restaurant & Pub | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Ragged Jack

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Apr
30
Sun
Live Music with Slygo Road at Porthole @ Porthole
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Apr 30 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Live Music with Slygo Road at Porthole @ Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

Live Music with Slygo Road at Porthole

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May
6
Sat
12/OC at The Porthole @ The Porthole
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May 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
12/OC at The Porthole @ The Porthole | Portland | Maine | United States

With roots in Nashville & Portland, 12/OC puts their spin on a variety of country, bluegrass & rock…family-style! Join us and the 3 brothers of 12/OC for a night of live music!

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April – May 2023 Apr – May 2023

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