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Fore Street, Portland, ME
Fore Street, Portland, ME
Fore Street, Portland, ME
Fore Street, Portland, ME
Fore Street, Portland, ME

Fore Street

4.9
4.9
4105 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 45 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Charming

Located in Portland's Old Port District, Fore Street opened in June, 1996. The interior surrounds a unique brick and soapstone hearth with a wood-burning oven, grill and turnspit; visible from most tables. We believe that good food travels the shortest possible distance between the farm and the table. Our menu changes every day and is founded upon the very best raw materials from a community of Maine farmers, fisherman, foragers and cheese makers. Most of the Maine foods are organically grown or harvested wild, each brought to us at the peak of its season. In 2002 and again in 2007, Fore Street was named by Gourmet Magazine as one of the Top Fifty Restaurants in the United States. In 2004, Chef-Partner Sam Hayward was named Best Chef: Northeast by the James Beard Foundation.



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (207) 775-2717
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sam Hayward
  • Area
    Portland
  • Cross Street
    Franklin and Pearl
  • Parking details
    Fore Street has free parking from 5pm to 12am in the parking lot behind the building, depending on availability. Street parking is available as well as customer paid parking in 2 parking garages within 1 block.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,105 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maine

    Best Overall

  • Maine

    Best Food

  • Maine

    Best Ambience

  • Maine

    Best Value

  • Maine

    Innovative

  • Maine

    Contemporary American

  • Maine

    Most Booked

  • Greater Portland

    Best Overall

  • Greater Portland

    Best Food

  • Greater Portland

    Best Service

  • Greater Portland

    Best Ambience

  • Greater Portland

    Best Value

  • Greater Portland

    Innovative

  • Greater Portland

    Hot spot

  • Greater Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Portland

    Romantic

  • Greater Portland

    Good for special occasions

  • Greater Portland

    Lively

  • Greater Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fore Street is a culinary gem in Portland, celebrated for its "amazing food" and "unparalleled service." Diners rave about the "superb menu" and "cozy atmosphere," with standout dishes like foie gras and crab-stuffed haddock. The restaurant's open kitchen adds a unique touch, making it a "special dining experience."
4,105 Reviews
  1. Tom

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    162 reviews

    4.0

    162 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Finally got back years later and nice to see they've changed nothing. It's crowded, it's loud, it's all worth it. Server very nice without being intrusive, had the rabbit in parpadelle which was very good. Never wrong to start with oysters. It's been here for a very long time and looks like it will be here a lot longer. Table Note, had a reservation for 7 but got very hungry very early and walked in at 6 and she gave us a table. Doesn't happen often at Fore Street.

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  2. Dan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dining experience all around that is like no other restaurant. Absolutely Exceptional!

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  3. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants. We drove from Boston just to have a birthday celebration dinner and it was perfect from start to finish. We feasted on a wedge salad, beef tartare, ham croquettes, roasted chicken, crab stuffed haddock, squash and polenta, cornbread (!!!), and garlic mashed, a delicious bottle of wine, and hazelnut gateau with drinks. Just all wow. Thank you to Briggs for the attentive and perfect service giving us an excellent and memorable dining experience (and allowing us to quietly watch the playoffs on my phone) from two industry pros to another. We will hopefully be back sooner than later!

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  4. Natasha

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. We tend to come more for special occasions due to the price and location (having to pay $22 for parking) but it’s really one of the best restaurants in the state.

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  5. Derek

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Service was top notch. Lucas, our waiter, was very engaging and attentive. Highly recommended

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  6. Michael

    Maine

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good, the service was excellent,, and even though we sat next to a window in the middle of winter, it was quite comfortable.

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  7. kimber

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for years and think that Fore Street is the best all around restaurant for food, service and vibe in Portland. Alec did a wonderful job explaining the menu. His descriptions captured the dishes which were amazing. We appreciate everything he did as we were celebrating my husband’s birthday and he made it even better. Thank you!

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  8. Maureen

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wonderful service. Our favorite restaurant

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  9. Tony

    Maine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Portland, Maine Service is always perfect , food is outstanding! Ambiance also perfect!

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  10. Dom

    Maine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the restaurant, atmosphere, the vibe, food and drinks were great

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Fore Street is rated 4.9 stars by 4105 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Unfortunately, Fore Street doesn’t take same-day online reservations after 14:00. Have another time in mind?
Booked 45 times today
Google Map for Fore Street

288 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Franklin and Pearl
  • Area
    Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 16:30–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Fore Street has free parking from 5pm to 12am in the parking lot behind the building, depending on availability. Street parking is available as well as customer paid parking in 2 parking garages within 1 block.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sam Hayward
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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