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Fore Street Restaurant

4.6(2,135)
American Restaurant

About

Fore Street Restaurant in Portland offers upscale American fare with a focus on smoky flavors from its open wood-fire grill, oven, and spit. The menu changes daily, featuring local ingredients like Maine oysters, wood-grilled hanger steak, and turnspit roasted pork loin, all prepared with precision and care.

The lively open kitchen and warm, attentive service create an engaging atmosphere ideal for business dinners or client meetings. Reservations are recommended to secure a spot at this distinctive venue known for its farm-to-table approach and refined rustic charm.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners with wood-fired flavors
  • Team dinners showcasing local Maine cuisine
  • Upscale private dining with attentive service

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Open wood-fire grill and oven
Cooking Technique
Open wood-fire grill and oven
Dishes are prepared over an open wood-fired grill or in a wood-fired oven, lending a distinctive smoky flavor to upscale American fare. This technique is central to the restaurant’s identity and consistently praised in reviews.
Daily-changing menu sourced locally
Menu
Daily-changing menu sourced locally
The menu changes daily based on fresh products from local farmers, fishermen, and foragers, emphasizing seasonality and regional ingredients in every dish.
Open kitchen with lively, engaged chefs
Atmosphere
Open kitchen with lively, engaged chefs
An open kitchen design creates an engaging atmosphere where guests can watch chefs at work, contributing to a vibrant and authentic dining experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 2,135 reviews