These 11 Greater Portland, Maine, Restaurants Found National Fame Before Shutting Down
For such a small state, it’s pretty impressive how often Maine finds itself in the national spotlight.
Whether it’s our breathtaking scenery, rugged coastline, or the unique people who call this place home, Maine always seems to make for great television.
But nothing is better than seeing the state’s incredible food scene get the attention it deserves. Unfortunately, even the most popular restaurants can have their moment in the spotlight come to an end.
How Great is Maine's Food Scene?
There’s something special about seeing a Maine restaurant or chef get national recognition. Maybe it’s because Mainers take so much pride in our local businesses, but when one of them gets featured, it feels like a win for all of us.
It is special, though. Maine has a tremendous food reputation. Portland has become very trendy over the last decade. Chefs from Maine have competed on hit shows like "Chopped" and "Top Chef." Even Biddeford was named one of the next best food cities in America. Maine is absolutely killing it.
Unfortunately, it's not always a happy ending. Even with all of this success, closures are a part of restaurant life, and Maine's are no exception. This even includes establishments that have been featured nationally on programs like "Food Paradise," "Drinking Made Easy," "Throwdown With Bobby Flay," and "Restaurant: Impossible."
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What Greater Portland, Maine, Restaurants That Have Been Feature on Television Have Closed?
Below is a list of 11 restaurants from the foodie hotspot of Greater Portland that have met a similar fate. Each has its own story, but the outcome is the same: permanent closure of the space or concept.
Was one of these your favorite? How many had you visited? How many do you miss?
11 Greater Portland, Maine, Restaurants That Have Closed Since Being Featured on National Television Shows
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