Thoughtfully sourced American fare, craft beer, wine & cocktails served in a relaxed atmosphere. Based on 514 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
next to Duckfat, 47 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101
Phone: (207) 879-7669
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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12–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12–9 PM |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: resy.com
Reviews
Derek Musselmann (phrac)
Excellent fried fish and potatoes or fish and chips. The potatoes were nice and crispy (I think they said they were triple fried) with great seasoning. Good dive bar type atmosphere with plenty of people to watch, both in the bar and on the street.
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Paul Simon
Great hideaway just east of downtown. Everything was on point from the oysters and sunchoke dip to the wine and cocktails. Will visit again when in town.
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Kate Hannigan
Absolutely love this little gem! We are visiting from out of town with our kids and needed an early dinner. We were greeted with a warm welcome and an amazing meal. Our server was also tending bar – she made the best (thankfully non mix) margarita! We enjoyed oysters, the sun choke dip with the best bread ever, lobster rolls, a burger, popcorn chicken, and so many potatoes. Everything was quality, served fresh, hot, and delicious. We would not hesitate to recommend to anyone☺️
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Jennifer McEvoy
Just had absolutely THE BEST TIME at East Ender. So unexpected and so pleasantly surprised by the food, the atmosphere, and the AMAZING karaoke! The hubby and I were in heaven with every bit of the sunchoke dip, and the fried potatoes app. Then we went a little crazy and tried the deep fried deviled eggs?! Incredible. What a creative chef!!
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Lindsay Ballantyne
The best popcorn chicken ever – so tender, juicy &perfectly breaded, plus the special sauce is amazing! The service was personable and great. Would definitely return.
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Bern Tx
Came here on a Thursday early evening for drinks and a snack. Sat upstairs, great vibe and fun atmosphere. The drink menu has some great original cocktails as well as coverage of the classics, and a short but solid beer list. The bartender was friendly, wicked fast, and frequently checked in on our group of 4. We had the sunchoke dip, which was excellent – just wish they still had the crab ball from last year, another stellar dish. We will definitely be back for cocktails and a proper meal!
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Jeff Depietropolo
The lobster roll was perfect! Great happy hour deals too. Definitely check this place out!
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Sarne Hutcherson
Stopped in for their happy hour for the oysters when waiting for a table next door and they did not disappoint! Wife loved them. We also had the deep fried deviled eggs and split a lobster roll. All great!
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Jenn S
Came for drinks first time and returned for apps and drinks second time. Same great bartender upstairs and super friendly as usual. Had the fried deviled eggs which being a southern is different. They had a good taste and not what I expected. Still tasted like a deviled egg and not to overly fried. Also had the nachos which omg loved them. Not soggy not overdone and just perfect
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Kate Coff
After spending a month in Kennebunkport and dining at many high-end restaurants, we headed to Portland to spend the day. Stopped in Eastender for lunch. I had the Burrata salad. It was absolutely delicious, and in the months ahead, I will attempt to duplicate the dressing at home. My husband went for the Maine Mussels. He loves mussels and has ordered them at several restaurants during our Maine stay. The mussels were huge, tender and cooked to perfection. As for the broth: yum! He asked for a spoon to scoop up every last drop. Eastender will be at the top of our list when we return next summer. For delicious food and friendly service, you can’t beat it!
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