25 Essential South Portland Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of South Portland.
Docks Seafood
Maine
Casual kitchen & fish market offering fried & steamed seafood platters, plus sandwiches & chowders.
IHOP
Maine
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
OTTO
Maine
Local pizza chain specializing in thin-crust, gourmet pies with create-your-own options.
Q Street Diner
South Portland, Maine
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Guerrero Maya
South Portland, Maine
Folksy bar/eatery providing sizable Mexican dishes, margaritas by the pitcher & live entertainment.
Evergreen
South Portland, Maine
Cozy Asian joint dishing up classic Chinese eats from a wide menu, plus lunch & dinner specials.
The Well at Jordan's Farm
South Portland, Maine
Summer kitchen on Jordan's Farm serving fine sustainable fare at picnic tables & in private gazebos.
Jaffa Mediterranean Grill
South Portland, Maine
Typical Mediterranean dishes like shawarma & falafel in a casual mall eatery with outdoor tables.
OTTO
South Portland, Maine
Local pizza chain specializing in thin-crust, gourmet pies with create-your-own options.
Thai Taste
South Portland, Maine
Informal restaurant with a diverse menu of classic Thai dishes, sushi & chef's specialties.
Ruby Thailand Cuisine
South Portland, Maine
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Willows Pizza & Restaurant
South Portland, Maine
Casual, established pizza joint also offering eats such as hot subs, pasta & wings plus beer & wine.
Taco Trio
South Portland, Maine
Casual Mexican restaurant with classic eats, including vegetarian & vegan items, plus margaritas.
Honeycomb Cafe
South Portland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee. Popular for: Breakfast.
Indy's Sandwich
South Portland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
UNO Pizzeria & Grill
South Portland, Maine
Family-friendly chain serving Chicago-style pizza along with pasta, steaks & burgers.
Friendly's
South Portland, Maine
Informal chain serving signature ice cream treats alongside American classics like burgers & melts.
Pom's Thai Restaurant
South Portland, Maine
Informal restaurant with a diverse menu of classic Thai dishes, sushi & chef's specialties.
The Streetwich
South Portland, Maine
Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Thai 9
South Portland, Maine
Upbeat, contemporary strip-mall eatery dishes up a wide array of Thai noodle dishes & appetizers.
Chia Sen
South Portland, Maine
Chinese & Taiwanese fare dished up in a casual restaurant with a full bar, plus takeout options.
Subway
South Portland, Maine
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
DiPietros Market
South Portland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Tres leches cake’s flor
South Portland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Amato's
South Portland, Maine
Take-out counter prepping made-to-order Italian sandwiches & other basic fare.