The votes are in.
Where would my readers bring an out-of-town foodie for just one meal in Southern Maine?
In a recent poll, earning 24% of the votes, Five Fifty-Five led the pack, followed closely by Hugos with 18% of the votes. These are my top picks as well. In fact, when I did have an out of town guest this fall, Five Fifty Five was where I made reservations. And nobody can deny the culinary creativity of Chef Rob Evans at Hugo's, where any serious foodie would be impressed.
Trailing these fine restaurants was the highly acclaimed Fore Street Restaurant, at 12%, and Bresca with 10% of the votes, a very respectable showing for a relative newcomer to the food scene in Portland.
Arrows and The White Barn Inn both received 8% of the votes, followed by Street & Company with a surprisingly low 6% . Cinque Terre and Back Bay Grill each scored 4% of the votes, while Robinhood Free Meetinghouse trailed with only 2%. Eve's at the Garden did not have any supporters, while Caiola's received one write-in vote.
We are fortunate to have so many extraordinary restaurants in Southern Maine. Thanks to all of you who participated in the poll. Hopefully the results will help guide those visiting the area - and inspire locals looking to rediscover the best of Southern Maine area restaurants.
Summary of "The Best of Southern Maine" Restaurants:
Next poll...Sushi!
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