If you’re in Portland, Maine, you’re going to come across your fair share of lobstahs and New England clam chowdah. No, you don’t have to love seafood (they’re also big on potatoes and blueberries), but it sure does help.
Here’s just some of what we ate and drink on a recent long weekend in the coastal town.
The very fresh tuna crudo at the Eventide Oyster Co. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
A variety of Maine oysters at J’s (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
I opted to pair my oysters with a non-alcoholic beverage at Eventide Oyster Co. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
One of many perfect lobster rolls I enjoyed over the weekend (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Moxie is the drink of choice for Portland natives. It’s not bad, either. Sort of Dr. Peppery (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
J’s Oyster lobster roll with a chilled glass of Chardonnay (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
In case you’re a novice, J’s Oyster is here to help. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Seafood chowder at J’s Oyster. So good! (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Pick up your fresh seafood at Harbor Fish Market. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Regional oysters at Harbor Fish Market (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Fresh from the sea at Harbor Fish Market and they ship! (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Gross specializes in desserts and other sweet goodness. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Hello, Gorgeous Gelato! And gorgeous latte. This authentic gelateria was across the street from my hotel. Dangerous! (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Gilbert’s Chowder House also offers an insanely perfect lobster roll. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore) 
Becky’s, which opens at 4 a.m., is the place to go for breakfast and a cuppa. (Photo by Amanda Krotki, Jmore)
Also see:
- Things to See and Do in Portland, Maine
- How to Do Portland (Maine) in 4 Days and 7 Easy Steps (Alone)
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