#littledittyboutMattandDiana
Explore&Enjoy
Forage Market
-Delicious bagels -Great spread and sandwich options -Open area where you can watch said "delicious bagels" being made step by, loving, step!
Local 188
-Tasty food -Impressive bar program -We have only been here for brunch...twice. We imagine, however, that they have great food at any meal.
Tony's Donut Shop
-Acclaimed donuts -Loved by locals and visitors alike -Across the street from the Clarion! ...If you're staying in the Hampton, make friends with someone at the Clarion and put your order in ;c)
The Holy Donut
-Popular spot -Potato donuts -See how they compare to your favorite non-potato iteration!
Standard Baking Co
-Yum. -Sweet and Savory -Set back from the street, but located in the ever-popular Old Port area. We recommend grabbing some treats and a coffee, then heading over to a bench on the water.
Dutch's
-Amazing baking -Holy hash browns -Please. Do yourself a favor and check this place out for breakfast. -
The Shop - Raw Bar and Shellfish Market
-So. Many. Oysters. -Incredible canned seafood -Pull up a stool, grab a bottle of rosé (or a nice craft beer), and enjoy!
Eventide Oyster Co.
-Lobster Siopao! -Oysters -Tiny place but totally worth it if you can get in also potentially Jimmy Newell's fav spot in Portland.
Terlingua
-So good. -Caribbean, Southwest, Mexican influence -Ridiculous happy hour deal: 5¢ Pacífico draft with purchase of $5 of food.
The Honey Paw
-OMG. -Best thing you'll eat...ever? -Asian-fusion but so much more.
Tomaso's Canteen
-Top 5 dive-bars of all time -Great wings and truly impressive craft beer selection -This is a tiny spot in spitting distance of the hostel and the Hampton Inn. It gets packed but it's definitely worth the visit for the food, drinks, and personality!
The Porthole Restaurant & Pub
-Sea side -Local -Live music every night with pretty amazing cover bands
Central Provisions
-Yum yum -Fancy Cocktails -Treat yourself to a fancy little moment and have a cocktail and a snack or book a reservation for dinner.
The Portland Hunt & Alpine Club
-Cool spot -James Beard recognized -An old friend used to work here, it's worth popping in to enjoy the Scandinavian decor and vibe.
Portland Zoo
-Don't feed the animals -But really, it's a bar. -Cozy and awesome, this place has tons of craft beers, canned and otherwise, as well as great chat.
Lincolns
-Cash only -Everything is $5 -This place is a real, unmarked, speakeasy... enjoy it, if you can find it!
LFK
-dive-y -drinks -Dark spot with a cool vibe.
Duckfat
-Famous spot -Tasty duck things -You can enjoy their duck fat fries (and ramen?) at Oxbow Brewery as well!
Downtown Lounge (DTL)
-Happy Hour! -Tasty bar food (& specials) -Cool, dive-y atmosphere and open late for all your after-party needs.
Liquid Riot Bottling Company
-Craft Everything! (including their own Fernet!) -Great upscale bar food -Enjoy the upbeat vibe and the view from the back deck on the harbor.
Portland Museum of Art
-Cultural heart of Portland -American, European, Contemporary art -Incredible collection of Maine art and artists but they also host cool events so take a peek as #littleditty approaches and see if something strikes your fancy.
Casco Bay Lines- Casco Bay Islands & Ferry Terminal
-Obviously a Matty favorite -Multiple ferries all day -Get out on the water and ride a ferry to one of the many islands in the Casco Bay to spend a few hours exploring!
Portland Sea Dogs
-Take me out to the ball game! -Double-A affiliation team of the Red Sox -Ball park franks, popcorn, soft serve...oh yea, and America's favorite pastime.
The Maine Brew Bus
-All the craft breweries -No drinking and driving -Tours run for about 3 hours and there's a bunch of different themes to choose from-every day of the week!