Savor The Flavor: 20 Greater Portland, Maine, Restaurants Featured on Food Television

I've lost count of the thousands hours I've spent watching food-focused television programs.

Whether it's reality shows, game shows, travel documentaries, or holiday specials, it doesn't matter what the theme is—if it involves food, I'm hooked.

It's also a wonderful way to discover restaurants in towns or places of travel interest.

Greater Portland's Incredible Food Scene

However, nothing beats when a restaurant or chef from Maine is featured. I don't know if it's the collective chip on Mainers' shoulders, but the level of pride can't be measured. Our restaurants and people are truly like our children. And when they make it big, well, we feel like we've all made it.

It is special, though, especially in the Greater Portland area. Maine's largest city and its surroundings have built a tremendous food reputation.

The region has become very trendy over the last two decades. Countless articles and television features have showcased Greater Portland to the masses across America, and there's no sign of it slowing down.

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And, of course, there's the vast number of restaurants and chefs who have been featured on national television programs.

Greater Portland Restaurants That Have Been Featured on Television Programs

Below is a closer look at 20 Greater Portland restaurants that have proudly been featured nationally on popular foodie television shows like Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, Best Thing I Ever Ate, Food Paradise, Drinking Made Easy, and Man v. Food.

It’s no surprise that things tend to heavily favor seafood, specifically lobster dishes. Lobster is Maine’s currency, so it’s a completely legit strategy by the showrunners.

But there’s much more to Portland’s cuisine than seafood, and that comes through, whether it’s pizza, potato donuts, tacos, and more.

Is one of your favorite restaurants on the list? Ready to discover new favorites?