Dining in Cumberland

Dining in Cumberland County, ME: Lobster Rolls, Farm Fresh Feasts & Portland’s Foodie Revolution

From Portland’s award-winning restaurants to waterfront lobster pounds, Cumberland County serves New England’s freshest flavors. Think ocean-to-table seafood, foraged mushrooms, and blueberry-infused desserts—all with Maine’s rugged coastal charm.

Must-Try Dining Experiences

1. Eventide Oyster Co. – Brown Butter Lobster Rolls

86 Middle St, Portland
Pro Tip: Pair with their signature honey-ginger iced tea

2. The Holy Donut – Potato Dough Perfection

Multiple locations
Must-Try: Dark chocolate sea salt or wild blueberry glazed

3. Harraseeket Lunch & Lobster – No-Frills Waterfront Feast

36 Main St, South Freeport
Local Favorite: Whole steamed lobster with melted butter at picnic tables

Iconic Food Categories

• Lobster Everything: Rolls, stews, mac & cheese (Try Highroller Lobster Co.)
• Farm-to-Table Stars: Fore Street (wood-fired local ingredients)
• Craft Brewery Bites: Bissell Brothers Brewing’s loaded pretzels

Best Waterfront Dining

• DiMillo’s On the Water (Floating restaurant on a converted car ferry)
• Saltwater Grille (South Portland views + killer clam chowder)
• Becky’s Diner (Harbor-side breakfast with legendary home fries)

Sweet Stops & Local Flavors

• Standard Baking Co. (Portland’s best croissants)
• Gelato Fiasco (Wild Maine blueberry stracciatella)
• Willard Scoops (Sea salt caramel ice cream by the beach)

Final Thoughts

Cumberland County dining is a love letter to Maine’s bounty—where lobster shacks and James Beard chefs coexist, and every meal tastes like the ocean breeze. Which spot will you try first?