Great Lost Bear

When I asked myself what the top 3 restaurants were that I've tried this year, it was almost too easy of an answer for me. Here are some of my top choices that serve as both new and old staples of their towns that are must-visit's.

The Great Lost Bear's monster, pterodactyl-like wings get the nod as Maine's best by a popular foodie website.

The Great Lost Bear's monster wings get the nod as Maine's best by a popular foodie website.

I literally breathed a sigh of relief when I found out who bought The Great Lost Bear.

A small gesture that feels big.

I hadn't been here in over 10 years. It was great to go back.

The Portland Public Library has an amazing archive of Portland menus. Here is a look at some of those menus and the prices from 40 years ago.

Before Portland was a trendy food city, it was home to dozens of incredible restaurants that laid the foundation. Here are a handful that are still standing.