The Armory Lounge

Crowded, friendly bar, large martinis, a few good local beers, nice mix of regulars and tourists, dark wood, several TVs.

Fantastic martini's and great atmosphere.  Frequented by locals, not just hotel guests (lounge is located in the portland regency).  Ben and Simone are a lot of fun, and Margaret gave us some wonderful advice on things to see and do on our first stay in Portland.  On Sundays they do 1/2 priced apps.  Well worth it, we had a cheese plate for only $4.50 and someone else had a big bucket of steamed mussels for the same price!  A great value indeed.

Incredible martini menu. Incredible!

Part of me wishes that I wasn't even writing this review, because this place is a hidden gem. I've never been one for the Old Port, but I wouldn't hesitate to return if this is where we were meeting for drinks.

The decor makes the place what it is, with dark corners and intimate table settings. I was a little uncomfortable at first about meeting at a hotel bar, but I would go back in a heartbeat.