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The Front Room

4.7 (589)
$30 and under
American
73 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

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The Front Room

4.7
$30 and under
American
Portland

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Due to volume we are unable to accept reservations for Brunch. Tables are available on a walk-in basis. Reservations are available for Dinner. For parties over 6, please call 773-3366 during business hours to make reservations.
Nestled atop Portland’s Munjoy Hill neighborhood, The Front Room, offers dishes & drinks with comfort in mind.
A local Brunch destination, enjoy plates such as house-made Corned Beef Hash, Veggie Gnocchi, & Eggs Benedict. Pancakes & French Toast are always a go to. Serving a variety of Mimosas & Bloody Marys, local coffee & teas.
Dinner at TFR is relaxed & pleasurable. Plates are made with local components & thoughtful recipes. Enjoy the Casco Bay Scallops, Braised Shortrib, Mushroom Toast, or neighborhood favorite Roasted Pork Loin with JJ's famous bacon jam.
Serving a variety of local beer, wine, and cocktails to suit every taste- Come get Happy 4-6 !




Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Mon, Thu–Sat 9:00 am–2:30 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James O'Sullivan
  • Area
    Portland
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Front Room.

4.7

4.7
(589)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Portland / Maine

    Best Service

  • Portland / Maine

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Greater Portland

    Best Service

  • Greater Portland

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Front Room is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "friendly staff," offering a casual and warm atmosphere that keeps patrons returning. Known for "spectacular" shepherd's pie and "amazing" scallops, it's a neighborhood gem. Service is consistently praised as "excellent," with standout servers like Jerry adding to the experience.
589 Reviews
  1. juliet

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 November 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always know the food is going to be great at the Front Room. Shepherds pie is spectacular- and thats coming from a couple of brits for whom that is a lifelong favourite dish. Atmosphere is casual and warm, service personal and friendly. A place to keep coming back to.

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  2. Carol Gold

    Greater Boston43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love The Front Room! Been going there for over 6 years now. Jerry is the best waitperson!!!! Very personable and friendly! Thank you!

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  3. Clark

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Garlic Bread was great, tomato Soup was OK, Chicken Marsala was too spicy for us old folks.

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  4. Kate

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have never been disappointed with our meals at The Front Room! Food and service are always excellent!!

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  5. Don

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service Hometown environment Great food All the staff were terrific Recommend to visitors and Portland residents

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  6. Kathy

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were delighted with everything about our experience at The Front Room. The food exceeded my expectations, and that does not happen very often!

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  7. Susan

    Philadelphia County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and super friendly staff. Will definitely come again next time in Portland.

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  8. Jeff Gold

    Portland / Oregon26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot for a relaxing dinner. Food was amazing. Portions were large—like getting seconds upfront. Great service. Highly recommend

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  9. Joy Gold

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had been to The Front Room for breakfast previously. Dinner was delicious. No one was disappointed. I found the portions a bit small that is my only complaint.

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  10. Cynthia

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mussels-SPECTACULAR!!! Seared scallops-Amazing! Service was simply the best!!! Not to be missed. I would make a return trip just for the Mussels!!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Mon, Thu–Sat 9:00 am–2:30 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James O'Sullivan
  • Area
    Portland
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Portions tend to be generous, guests frequently describe dishes as sizable and filling, with several reviewers noting large, satisfying brunch and dinner servings.

Yes, guests describe The Front Room as cozy and intimate, and one review explicitly recommends it as a romantic date‑night spot that nails the balance of comfort and high‑quality food.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate for dining at The Front Room.

Yes, The Front Room offers outdoor seating: guests have enjoyed sitting on the deck/sidewalk seating and found dining outside cozy on pleasant days.

The Front Room handles bookings differently by meal: brunch is walk‑in only, while dinner reservations are accepted, for parties over six you can call 773-3366 during business hours to make arrangements.

The Front Room feels like a cozy neighborhood bistro with an open kitchen, a cute bar area, and warm, homey wood‑panelling, it’s welcoming and lively, although it can get noticeably noisy when full.

The Front Room's posted hours are: Brunch, Mon, Thu–Sat 9:00 am–2:30 pm; Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm. Happy Hour, Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm. Dinner, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm; Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm.

Brunch is the sweet spot, The Front Room is described as a local brunch destination, and many guests praise its breakfast and early-morning service; arriving near opening can help you avoid the mid-morning crowd.

Yes, The Front Room is family-friendly: staff set up high chairs for visiting parents with infants, and many guests recommend its brunch and breakfast for family meals.

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The Front Room

4.7
$30 and under
American
Portland

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
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