It goes without saying that a visit to Portland, Maine means stuffing your face with oysters and lobsters in all shapes and forms. You won’t find better options anywhere else. One of the best spots in town for really excellent seafood experience is Eventide Oyster Company, a tiny, hopping seafood restaurant in Old Port near the East End with superb raw bar, fabulous lobster rolls and some very interesting takes on New England classics. They carry about 20 types of shells at all times and their lobster rolls, served in a steamed bun with brown butter, are to die for. Other dishes also have a special twist to their traditional version. The lobster stew is cooked with green curry and fried oysters are drenched in Korean BBQ sauce. Treat yourself to a house cocktail, beer, or wine while waiting for a table or a stool at the bar – the place is small, so expect to wait a little.

Eventide Oyster Company, 86 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101, Phone: 207-774-8538

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