Crown Jewel Portland

This is quite the find for such a small island. We loved everything we had. The bacon skewers were the best smoky, spicy, sweet thick cut pieces of bacon we’ve ever had. The butter poached lobster was perfection and the burger was outstanding. We made reservations for an additional night just to try more things on the menu.

Great Visit We had a perfect night dining at the Crown Jewel. The atmosphere was lively and comfortable, setting the tone for great conversation while drinking and dining with friends. Fun decor The staff was welcoming and passionate. Chef Jef and his team put together a well-thought-out and exciting menu. The presentation was beautiful. Our group decided to share plates. We tried the mussels, the lobster arancini, the pork belly, the scallops, the deviled eggs, and the burger. We immediately knew from our first bites that we were in for more wow moments, with repeated oohs and ahhs. ....and there's a chef's table if you want to watch the action. If you're looking for entertainment, you might want to grab a seat at the bar. I can only describe the Beverage Director, Jordan, like a mad scientist with an intense passion for his craft. He's also a fun guy to chat with. We appreciated how he intently described the cocktail we ordered, then showed us his infused vodka with lime leaf and coconut. The drink was lovely. Wine and beer lovers will not be disappointed with the menu. All in all, we had a great night. Our group will be back to try round two!

This was the highlight of my family’s trip to Portland. It was easy to navigate to via the ferry, and the lobster yakitori, pickled mango, crab fried rice, and garlic shrimp (pictured) were incredible. Their seafood is really fresh and unique, all little shareable plates, and the experience was totally unforgettable. The music inside is a tad loud for my taste, but overall it’s a really fun and hip joint that’s majorly worth the trek.

Dining at the Crown Jewel is a REQUIREMENT for anyone in/traveling to Portland, ME in the summer time. Most American cities have a handful of truly spectacular restaurants and Portland is no different. However, the Crown Jewel stands above the rest. The menu is so focused, that it is hard to go wrong however our personal favorites were the lobster arancini, oysters rockefeller and the crispy pork belly. The journey there, the unpretentious staff and truly spectacular food are reasons to RUN not walk to the Crown Jewel..... swimming might be an option as well?