Lobster has long been seen as New England’s most symbolic food; the luxe seafood fed generations of East Coasters since the Pilgrims landed in Plymouth, but oysters have become the staple du jour. These five hotspots in Portland, Maine, are known for their fresh oysters.
Eventide Oyster Co.
This go-to establishment serves up a plethora of fine East Coast seafood, including fresh oysters served with a slew of sauces like a mimosa mignonette, horseradish ice and red wine mignonette.
The Old Port Sea Grill
Beloved by locals, this establishment offers a rotating menu of cold-water oysters, perfect for eating with a simple spritz of lemon.
Five Fifty-Five
Easily some of Portland’s finest dining, grab a seat in the Point 5 Lounge and order a dozen of the daily local oysters with a fresh chef’s mignonette.
Central Provisions
This farm-to-table restaurant offers crudo at its finest, including scallops from Maine; try the Otter Cover Oysters with sparkling cider ice and mignonette.
Petite Jacqueline
This French bistro serves up traditional fare like French onion soup and a superb salad Lynonnaise, but it also offers local, shucked-to-order oysters with a bright, delicious mignonette.
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