• HOME
  • THE FIRST FIFTY
  • THE VOTE TRUCK
  • More
    • HOME
    • THE FIRST FIFTY
    • THE VOTE TRUCK
  • HOME
  • THE FIRST FIFTY
  • THE VOTE TRUCK

A few of Rachel's favorite places to eat & drink

Wayside Tavern

Wayside Tavern

Wayside Tavern

Eventide

Wayside Tavern

Wayside Tavern

The Good Table

Wayside Tavern

The Good Table

Mr Tuna

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

The Good Table

Phở Công Tử Bột

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

Scratch Baking Co.-S. Portland. Do not miss these bagels & herb cream cheese! Closed Monday and Tues

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Maine & Loire

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Directions to Rachel & Andy's House

Oxbow Brewery-incredible sour beers-Andy's favorite & great even if you don't like beer!

Directions to Rachel & Andy's House

Read about Portland, Maine in the New York Times

36 Hours in Portland, Maine-Ideas from NYTimes

Shopping and Dining Guide to Portland Maine

Read the article

More Ideas for shopping, dining & exploring

Restaurants-reservations required

  • Central Provisions
  • Street & Co. Copper Pan Fish Dish
  • Scales
  • The Well at Jordan Farm (dificult to get into but worth a try! Expensive but worth it)

Dining without reservations

  • Holy Donut-Try the Chocolate Sea Salt
  • Tandem Coffee Shop-One of Andy's Favorites, must try pie and breakfast biscuit
  • Speckled Ax-Two Locations, A North American Favorite
  • Blyth & Burrow-Bar with wonderful cocktails
  • Kettle Cove for ice Cream, Simple Kids foos, burger snad basic seafood, close to Cape Elizabeth
  • Lobster Shack, outside seating, amazing fried scallops, onion rings, incredible view, worth the wait in line, no cell service!
  • The Shop-Best Oysters & Price in Town, tinned fish and cod appetizers, great place to go while waiting for a reservation


Outdoor activities & city strolling

  • Walk Washington Street (not on Monday or Tuesday)
  • Walk the Eastern Promenade/ Waterfront
  • Sunset Sail-Portland Schooner Co
  • Cliff Walk-Prrouts Neck & Get Drinks at Black Point Inn afterwards
  • Portland Head Lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, touristy but the oldest in the state
  • Bug Light-The Portland Breakwater Lighthouse. Located in Bug Light Park, a great place to see views oof the harbor & Portland from afar
  • Higgins Beach
  • Higgins Beach Market-great for bech takeout stops serving food at 2:00
  • Scarborough Beach-great for kids
  • Popum Beach-a drive but beautiful great short hike


Shopping

  • Portland Trading Co. Men's & Women's Clothing, Gifts -Visit Rachel's best friend in Portland, Kazeem 
  • Judith for designer boutique women's clothing
  • Jordan Farm-5 mintues from Cape Elizabeth House, best produce, local meat & ice cream to go

Places to stay

Higgins Beach Inn

Higgins Beach Inn

Higgins Beach Inn

  Higgins Beach Inn in Scarborough, Maine, is a historic seaside inn dating back to 1897, providing a relaxed coastal experience with charming rooms and an on-site restaurant. It's an ideal destination for a tranquil beachside getaway with New England charm. 

Check Availability

Longfellow Inn

Higgins Beach Inn

Higgins Beach Inn

 The Longfellow Hotel in Portland, Maine, offers sophisticated and luxurious accommodations with well-appointed rooms, fine dining, and exceptional service. Named after poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, it provides an elegant base for exploring Portland's rich history and culture. 

Check Availability

Blind Tiger Hotel

Blind Tiger Hotel

Blind Tiger Hotel

 Blind Tiger Hotel in Portland, Maine, is a stylish boutique hotel known for its unique decor blending vintage and contemporary elements. Its prime location allows guests to easily explore Portland's lively waterfront, shopping districts, and cultural attractions. 

Get a Room!

The Frances Hotel

Blind Tiger Hotel

Blind Tiger Hotel

 The Frances Inn is a boutique hotel located in Portland, Maine, offering a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Housed in a restored 19th-century mansion, it features beautifully appointed rooms and a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Guests can enjoy personalized service, a complimentary breakfast, and convenient access to Portland's vibrant arts and dining scenes. 

Find your spot!

Copyright © 2024 The Rachel Party - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

join us for the next party

THE VOTE TRUCK

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept