restaurant. "-Portland DinkJg Guide. "F<XM'stars for food, service, and value for money. With good, healthy, fIavoIfuI food and quick service in a pleasant, clean atmosphere, Saigon Thin Thanh is worth investigaling."-Press Herald. 773-2932. sebago Brewing Comp8ny. A great raw bar, boating motif decor and its own beer (you can watch it being made here) are some of the feat~ of ttls unique micro-brewery restaurant nestled in the urd<eIy environs of Maile Mall next to FlIene's Basement. Try the Lobster QuesadiIIa, Native Mussels steamed in house brewed ale or Maine's'l Pastrami Sandwich. Entrees feature daily fresh catch, perfectly grilled NY Sirloin, chicken, hearty pastas and arJl)Ie inventiw salads. Single malt scotch, good wines. Serving 11am-1am, happy hour Mon-Fri 4-7 & lo-c1ose. 879-ALES(2537). 5ev8nah's. Come and eat "Somelhing Different." Our authentic cuisine is sure to spicen up your taste buds. Maine Sunday Telegram reports SevMah's is Portland's newest four star exotic food elCp9rience.Caribbecwl and Cajun-creole cooIdng at its best, serll9d in a bright and friendly atmosphere. Selective four star dishes include Roti, Curry Shrimp, Jerk Chicken, Jambalaya, Gumbo, Homemade PecM Pie and more. Dinner (Tue-Fri 5-10 pm), Lunch (Thur & Fri 11:30 am -2:30 pm). Fridays Happy H<XM' 5-7pm, Sat 11:30 am-10 pm. Su11-8 pm. 144 Cunbertand Ave. 761-7654. Me,V, AMEX. Silly's. The restaurant that defies description. They have ewrything from charbroiled burgers and shish kabob, hand cut fries, B8Q and jeri< chicken, to a wilq variety d pizza, vegetarian plates, milkshakes, desserts, and lheir famous rolled up abdUlahs - all made with fresh ingredients daily. A lively and funky atmosphere with a patio out back. Beer, wine and occasionally live music. Free deliwry to Portland and At lIRt 88 Falmouth. Man • Sat 10-10. 40 Washington Ave., Portland. Credit cards accepIed. m-0360. Snow Squall, known for great Maine seafood and lobster, also serves steaks, chicken, veal, filet of beef and vegetarian selections. Offering casual dining as well as lull dinners, luncheon in the patio or dining room, Mon-Fri, 11:30-9:30. Happy hour daily~, double drinks single priced, wine and beer specials, free munchies. Early dinners $7.95: Mon-Sat, 4:3<H5 and Sun, 2--{). Famous Sunday brunch bullet, 11-2. Located in South Portland waterfront market at 18 Ocean Street, ample parking. 799-2232 or 800-568-3260. Stone Coast Brewing Company is a major micro operation offering lull restaurant facilities as well as fantastic brews on its substantial premises in the Old Port. Its restaurant, open from 11:30 am daily, offers ewrything from steak to lobster, and you don't need to leave the building to enjoy some of the best live music in Portland - it's just upstairs. At 14 York, the junction of PIeasart, York and Fore Streets, with plenty of free par1<ing.Call 773-BEER. Tamarind Tree Cookery offers a daily changing lunch menu of traditional & creative multi-<:tJtural rosine for take away feasting, featuring foods from the Middle East, India, South America, and Europe. Everything is made from scratch using all-natural ingredients. Special orders for suppers, sweets, and small gatherings are welcome with advance notice and are discussed on an individual basis with owner Shameem Mohiuddin. Located at 151 Newbury St, PortIcrd -just off the Franklin Arterial and Miclde 51. intersection, between India & Hampshire Streets. Open weekdays 8-5. (207)7~9607. the Lobster Cooker Restaurant is located in the heart of Freeport's shopping district just a block from L.L. Bean. Fast, friendly service featuring lobster, crabmeat, scallops, shrimp, award-winning hearty chowders, sandwiches, beer, wine, and takeout. Open every day, year round. Elloya Maine tradition in lheir historic 1860 bam or bask on the sun drenched garden patio. Their fish chowder has won 1st place in the anruaI Freeport Great Cho\Wah Challenge in '96, '97, and '96, as wei as Best Overall Chowder in 1998.865-4349. Tony Roma's "Famous For Ribs" is conveniently located at the end of Exit 7 of the Maine Tumpike, adjacent to the Howard Johnson's in South Portland end just mirutes from the Maine Mall. Tony Roma's across the country specialize in the best barbecue ribs with our original sauce. The grill is always fired up for a lull menu d chicken, prime rib, steaks. seafood, and sandwiches. No visit is complete without our famous loaf of onion rings. The breakfast buffet opens at 7 A.M., followed by lunch and dinner. 7 days a week. Enjoy the cast.Jaatmosphere of Tony Roma's. Tortilla Flat has been serving New Englanders fine Mexican food and drink for over 25 years. At 1871 Forest Avenue in Portland you can find favorites like nachos, fajitas, chimichangas, tamales. burritos, tacos, enchiladas, and frozen margaritas seven days a week, as well as seafood, steak, pori<,and chicken cooked with a Mexican flair. With Iu1ch specials starling at $3.95, a children's menu, nightly specials, a Chi~ Happy Hour, a screened-in deck, and take-oul, Tortilla Flat is a memorable Mexican experience you can alford any time. 797-8729. Valle's. Serving trawlers and local residents since 1933, great food at reasonable prices: fresh Maine lobster; their own thick hand cut sirloins; juicy prime ribs; tender giant shrimp and much more. Family owned and operated for three generations. Visit the Generations 3 lounge for dancing and live entertainment every Friday and saturday evening. Discover for yourself why this most popular restaurant is a "Maine Tradition." 1140 Brighton Ave, Route 25 At Exit 8, Maine Tumpike. All major credits cards, ample ' par1<ing.Open 7 days a week. n4-4551.
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of German and French cuisine with abstract art? For the adventurous, Michelle's Restaurnnt, 144Water Street, HalI • lowell, is more than worth a try it's worth the 45 minute drive from the Portland area, especially when you add Hallowell's other attraction as a mecca for antique hunters. Now, Hallowell isn't just a two-restaurant town anymore. Eponymous owner-chefMichelle Le Mans (who is half French, halfGennan) moved here from Germany to be near her daughter and grandchildren. She took her love for art and cooking and opened this unusual bistro. The small room is cozy with tapered candles, linens, and colorful artwork. Fresh bread with chive butter and sliced melon are brought to the table by Michele, who also cooks or supervises all kitchen activities. I selected the soup of the day, hearty Lentil ($2.99). Thick with lentils, cubed potatos, and sliced onions, this soup was distinguished by the addition of vinegar and fresh thyme. The subtlety of the beans and piquant stock mixed perfectly to excite the taste buds. My guest chose the Onion Soup ($4.99). It was a bit disappointing in that the onions were not caramelized and overall more salty than preferred, but the melted Gruyere cheese was a welcome treat. For dinner we chose Crepe Le Mans ($9.95) and Pork Chop with Sauerkraut ($8.95). The crepe was thicker than traditional to complement its filling of smoked salmon, onions, Swiss cheese, and bechamel sauce. Served with cold corn salad with a vinegar dressing and carrot, bean, and potato salad, it was a knockout. Talk about your mix of flavors. The pork chop was hearty and the sauerkraut a nice accompaniment as well as the fantastic pan-fried potato wedges. Do not miss the dessert crepes! These traditional French crep~s, with everything from fresh fruit to maple syrup and cream, are delicious to the point of ecstasy. Reservations suggested. 629-9151. 6-Phil Rogers
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