Downtown Lounge

After reading the other reviews I regret not eating here. The food was so good that the guy next to me ordered two dinners.  Since I already ate, I just stopped in for a few drinks. The bartender poured me two stiff gin and tonics which sent me out into the Maine night with a smile on my face.  She was also more than happy to charge my phone for me, which was a nice touch. I will definitely be returning if I'm ever back in Portland.

What a great bar - a great dive bar.  This place needs to be featured on Triple D on Food Network!

The Nachos in the platter are made there.  The Buffalo ribs were super.  Just enough heat to be interesting but allowing the full flavor of the ribs to shine through.  My daughter had the burger and what a burger - hand formed and juicy, nice crust and full of good beef flavor.

The beer is cold, the wine is priced right, the service is better than super and it's all about being laid back and enjoying the moment.

Great room & good, affordable drinks. However the service is consistently horrible. Years ago this was one of my favorite spots in portland. Me & friends have tried and tried to give it another chance but to no avail. The owner really needs to get this under control because there are so many other great options in town these days...