Rachael’s Guide to Portland!
Breakfast
Scratch Baking Co
416 Preble StBest bagels in the Greater Portland area. Zero competition.
Great deli. Order at the counter and grab a seat. Highly recommend trying the breakfast potatoes!
24 locals recommend
Dutch's
28 Preble StGreat deli. Order at the counter and grab a seat. Highly recommend trying the breakfast potatoes!
Hot Suppa is a Portland staple for a sit-down style breakfast. Waits can be very long so I recommend putting your name in and planning to walk around for the wait. Grab a donut at one of the many awesome spots nearby while you wait for their text that your table is ready!
152 locals recommend
Hot Suppa
703 Congress StHot Suppa is a Portland staple for a sit-down style breakfast. Waits can be very long so I recommend putting your name in and planning to walk around for the wait. Grab a donut at one of the many awesome spots nearby while you wait for their text that your table is ready!
Smalls recently opened in 2022 and features a hip restaurant with small plates meets coffee shop meets grocery. It is a great place for whatever you're in the mood for and under a 10 minute walk from us!
Smalls
28 Brackett StreetSmalls recently opened in 2022 and features a hip restaurant with small plates meets coffee shop meets grocery. It is a great place for whatever you're in the mood for and under a 10 minute walk from us!
We love Forage! It's located on the other side of town from us so it's a great place to go to if you're planning to explore the East Bayside neighborhood or Munjoy Hill after. We also love to grab a bagel sandwich to go here and bring it to the Eastern Promenade to eat.
44 locals recommend
Forage Market
123 Washington AveWe love Forage! It's located on the other side of town from us so it's a great place to go to if you're planning to explore the East Bayside neighborhood or Munjoy Hill after. We also love to grab a bagel sandwich to go here and bring it to the Eastern Promenade to eat.
Hands down the best smoothie bowl we've had - in the world!
Blake Orchard knows how to make the most delicious smoothies, bowls, mylks and juices. It is a bit of a drive from us but if you're planning to explore the Woodford Corner neighborhood, or heading home, we highly recommend!
10 locals recommend
BLAKE ORCHARD JUICERY
19 Exchange StHands down the best smoothie bowl we've had - in the world!
Blake Orchard knows how to make the most delicious smoothies, bowls, mylks and juices. It is a bit of a drive from us but if you're planning to explore the Woodford Corner neighborhood, or heading home, we highly recommend!
Neighborhoods
An up and coming industrial area of the city to hop around to some of Portland's best breweries
10 locals recommend
East Bayside
An up and coming industrial area of the city to hop around to some of Portland's best breweries
The West End is where we're located! Aside from peaceful living, my favorite thing to do in the West End is go for long walks around the historical mansions near the Western Promenade.
21 locals recommend
West End
The West End is where we're located! Aside from peaceful living, my favorite thing to do in the West End is go for long walks around the historical mansions near the Western Promenade.
Munjoy Hill is located on the top of the East End - the opposite side of the city to where we are located but this bustling neighborhood has a lot to offer! We love to access the Eastern Promenade from here for breathtaking views of Casco Bay, or go to local eats like The Front Room, Blue Spoon, or Hilltop Coffee Shop.
26 locals recommend
Munjoy Hill
Munjoy Hill is located on the top of the East End - the opposite side of the city to where we are located but this bustling neighborhood has a lot to offer! We love to access the Eastern Promenade from here for breathtaking views of Casco Bay, or go to local eats like The Front Room, Blue Spoon, or Hilltop Coffee Shop.
The Old Port is great for exploring Portland's old cobblestone streets, the working waterfront, and lots of local shops and restaurants. You can spend the whole day exploring here! About a 15 minute walk from us, or 5 minute Uber.
223 locals recommend
Old Port
The Old Port is great for exploring Portland's old cobblestone streets, the working waterfront, and lots of local shops and restaurants. You can spend the whole day exploring here! About a 15 minute walk from us, or 5 minute Uber.
Daytime Excursions
The Eastern Prom has so much to offer! Whether it's bringing a picnic or grabbing a bite from a food truck there and just enjoying the breathtaking views, playing tennis, or walking the Eastern Trail along the water - it has a little bit of everything. A can't miss Portland experience.
251 locals recommend
Eastern Promenade Trail
Eastern PromenadeThe Eastern Prom has so much to offer! Whether it's bringing a picnic or grabbing a bite from a food truck there and just enjoying the breathtaking views, playing tennis, or walking the Eastern Trail along the water - it has a little bit of everything. A can't miss Portland experience.
Peaks Island offers a unique experience to get out of the city of Portland in the warmer months. I highly recommend a day trip to the island which is only a 10-15 minute ferry ride from Portland. Ride bikes or golf carts around the island, grab a bite to eat, or post up at one of the many beaches for the day.
176 locals recommend
Peaks Island
Peaks Island offers a unique experience to get out of the city of Portland in the warmer months. I highly recommend a day trip to the island which is only a 10-15 minute ferry ride from Portland. Ride bikes or golf carts around the island, grab a bite to eat, or post up at one of the many beaches for the day.
Portland headlight is beautiful and has breathtaking views of Casco Bay's many islands. About a 10-15 minute drive from us, you'll feel like you're far away from the city without the commute. Bring your lunch and sit on the grass, or your sneakers for the accompanying cliff walk.
346 locals recommend
Portland Harbor Museum
12 Captain Strout CirclePortland headlight is beautiful and has breathtaking views of Casco Bay's many islands. About a 10-15 minute drive from us, you'll feel like you're far away from the city without the commute. Bring your lunch and sit on the grass, or your sneakers for the accompanying cliff walk.
Thompson's Point has a little bit of everything in the special events category. It's a quick uber ride from our place, but situated on the river, it creates a magical setting for summer events and live music.
Hit up Bissell Brothers Brewery or Rosemont Wine Bar. The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is also new to this area.
28 locals recommend
Thompson Point
Thompsons PointThompson's Point has a little bit of everything in the special events category. It's a quick uber ride from our place, but situated on the river, it creates a magical setting for summer events and live music.
Hit up Bissell Brothers Brewery or Rosemont Wine Bar. The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is also new to this area.
Brewery Hopping
Located on the brewery strip in Portland's East Bayside neighborhood. My favorite Portland brewery. Great for a day in the sun. Now offering food!
138 locals recommend
Rising Tide Brewing Company
103 Fox StLocated on the brewery strip in Portland's East Bayside neighborhood. My favorite Portland brewery. Great for a day in the sun. Now offering food!
Located on the brewery strip in Portland's East Bayside neighborhood. Another favorite brewery with a beautiful new building. Always great vibes!
70 locals recommend
Austin Street Brewery
115 Fox StLocated on the brewery strip in Portland's East Bayside neighborhood. Another favorite brewery with a beautiful new building. Always great vibes!
Maine Mead Works is within walking distance of most of Portland's popular breweries and offers a little something different than beer - when you need a switch-up!
35 locals recommend
Maine Mead Works
51 Washington AveMaine Mead Works is within walking distance of most of Portland's popular breweries and offers a little something different than beer - when you need a switch-up!
Bissell is a bit off the beaten path from the other Portland breweries, located at Thompson's Point. This doesn't hurt its popularity though! About a 5 minute drive from our house.
102 locals recommend
Bissell Brothers
38 Resurgam PlBissell is a bit off the beaten path from the other Portland breweries, located at Thompson's Point. This doesn't hurt its popularity though! About a 5 minute drive from our house.
Grocery
Within a 5 minute walk of our place, this is a great stop for small and local grocery items, fresh produce or snacks.
223 locals recommend
Rosemont Market & Bakery
40 Pine StWithin a 5 minute walk of our place, this is a great stop for small and local grocery items, fresh produce or snacks.
My Favorite Dinner Spots
Amazing Asian Fusion - best ramen I've had stateside! Under a 10 minute walk from our spot.
The sho jin Ramen, brussel sprouts and tofu buns are my particular favorites :)
148 locals recommend
Pai Men Miyake
188 State StAmazing Asian Fusion - best ramen I've had stateside! Under a 10 minute walk from our spot.
The sho jin Ramen, brussel sprouts and tofu buns are my particular favorites :)
Amazing farm to table restaurant in one of Portland's oldest buildings just above Standard Bakery. We highly recommend Fore Street for a fine dining experience in a more casual setting. Warning! Reservations are hard to come by for this spot. If you haven't made one, it's recommended to stand in line and put your name in 15-30 minutes before opening.
92 locals recommend
Fore Street Restaurant
288 Fore StAmazing farm to table restaurant in one of Portland's oldest buildings just above Standard Bakery. We highly recommend Fore Street for a fine dining experience in a more casual setting. Warning! Reservations are hard to come by for this spot. If you haven't made one, it's recommended to stand in line and put your name in 15-30 minutes before opening.
Scales marries an elevated food experience with the best seafood the working waterfront has to offer. And they take reservations!
138 locals recommend
Scales
68 Commercial StScales marries an elevated food experience with the best seafood the working waterfront has to offer. And they take reservations!
Rainy Day Activities
Oxbow is one of our favorite breweries in Portland. It's particular cozy on a rainy or snowy day.
106 locals recommend
Oxbow Blending & Bottling
49 Washington AveOxbow is one of our favorite breweries in Portland. It's particular cozy on a rainy or snowy day.