These Are the Best Restaurants in Gorham, Maine Right Now

Portland may get most of the attention, but there's another nearby town that's quietly building a very solid food scene.

Just a few minutes from Maine's largest city, this community has all the ingredients you'd want—friendly people, an classic New England downtown, and a growing lineup of fantastic places to eat and drink. And yes, I might be a little biased... it also happens to be my hometown.

Welcome to Gorham, Maine, a town whose growth has exceeded all expectations (seriously, where do all these neighborhoods come from?), especially when it comes to its food options.

How Impressive is Gorham, Maine, as a Foodie Town?

Heck, when I was growing up in the late ’80s and ’90s, Gorham had about three choices. Thankfully, one of those was Gorham House of Pizza, the greatest restaurant known to man. Just ask anyone who grew up in Gorham, and they’ll back me up.

Of course, it’s tough to eat pizza every day, so seeing all the options available now is a pretty great change.

Today, you’ll find a diverse and welcoming dining scene in Gorham, with something to satisfy every palate. It’s a great mix of long-time local staples and exciting new spots just beginning their culinary journeys—even as recently as this past spring.

I thought it would be fun to see what locals and visitors consider Gorham’s best. So I turned to Yelp to check out the latest reviews of the town’s eateries—and I have to say, it did not disappoint. These places truly represent some of the best Gorham has to offer.

What are the Highest Rated Restaurants in Gorham, Maine?

Check out the Top 10 below. But keep in mind, there’s much more to Gorham’s food scene than just these ten. I highly recommend giving any of them a try!