Bayside American Cafe – American
Sun-drenched and welcoming, this coastal-inspired gem invites guests to start their day amidst the comforting aroma of sizzling homemade corned beef hash and golden, griddled buttermilk pancakes. The kitchen balances sweet indulgence with savory flair, serving up everything from decadent cinnamon bun swirls and bacon-cheddar-scallion stacks to vibrant avocado toast and chilled smoked salmon plates. With its warm, bustling energy and focus on elevated comfort food, the cafe offers a quintessential morning retreat where every bite feels like a celebrated neighborhood tradition.
98, Portland Street, Portland, ME, 04101 +12077740005 https://www.baysideamericancafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Brunch & Favorites
- Homemade Corned Beef Hash - $16: Black Angus corned beef, three-potato homefries, onion, house blend of herbs and seasonings, topped with two eggs any style Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Homefries - $15: Sautéed baby spinach, tomato, roasted beets, mushroom medley, red onion, red bell pepper, broccoli, Italian cheese blend, two eggs, three-potato homefries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Granola & Fruit Bowl - $12: Organic granola, freshly cut fruit, seasonal berries, Greek style vanilla yogurt, honey drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Two Egg Breakfast - $11: Two eggs prepared any style, three-potato homefries, toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Plate - $18: Chilled house made applewood smoked salmon, tomato, red onion, fresh capers, scrambled eggs, choice of toast or locally made bagel, herb or plain cream cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Avocado Toast - $14: Roasted garlic and black truffle avocado mash on grilled house toast, topped with soft poached egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Sweet Breakfast
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $10: Buttermilk pancake batter Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Specialty Pancakes - $13: Choice of Maine Blueberry, Chocolate and/or Peanut Butter Chip, or Banana Pecan Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Bun Pancakes - $13: Swirl of cinnamon, cream cheese icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon Cheddar Scallion Pancakes - $14: Applewood smoked bacon pieces, cheddar and scallion infused pancake Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic French Toast - $11: Dipped in a batter of eggs, cream, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lemon Blueberry French Toast - $14: Topped with house made lemon curd and sprinkled with Maine blueberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast - $14: Topped with strawberries, cream cheese icing and caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $11: Cast iron pressed malted waffle batter, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pecan Caramel Waffle - $13: Belgian waffle with pecans, caramel drizzle, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Waffle - $13: Cast iron pressed chocolate waffle batter, chocolate drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Scrambles
- Lobster Scramble - $24: Fresh hand picked Maine lobster, baby spinach, grape tomato, scallion, goat cheese, dab of butter Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bayside Scramble - $16: House braised corned beef, onion, red bell pepper, smoked gouda, scallion Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tuscany Scramble - $15: Roasted garlic, fresh tomato, Tuscan croutons and Italian cheese blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mediterranean Scramble - $15: Kalamata olive, scallion, sundried tomato and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Beurre Noir - $15: Mushroom medley, capers, fresh parsley, browned butter Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
Benedicts
- Classic Benedict - $14: Two poached eggs, Canadian bacon and homemade hollandaise sauce over English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Maine Lobster Benedict - $26: Hand picked fresh Maine lobster, baby spinach, two poached eggs and hollandaise sauce over English muffin Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $18: House hot smoked salmon, baby spinach, two poached eggs and hollandaise sauce over English muffin Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Maine Crab Cake Benedict - $19: House crab cakes, two poached eggs, house made hollandaise sauce over English muffin Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Florentine Benedict - $15: Wilted spinach, sautéed tomato, poached eggs, smoked bacon & onion cream sauce, Italian cheese blend, English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetable Benedict - $15: Portobello mushroom, baby spinach, tomato, button mushroom, red onion, broccoli, red bell pepper, hollandaise sauce and two poached eggs over English muffin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Louisiana Bayou Benedict - $16: Grilled andouille sausage, homemade corn cakes, two poached eggs and spicy Cajun hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bistro Steak Benedict - $18: Black Angus bistro steak, sundried tomato & garlic cream sauce, two poached eggs, Italian cheese blend Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Irish Benedict - $16: House-braised corned beef, two poached eggs, English muffin, hollandaise sauce Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches
- Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $15: Hot spice rub, cheddar, jalapenos, lettuce, tomato with chipotle aioli on grilled brioche roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bayside Burger - $16: Char grilled blend of short rib, sirloin & brisket, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, grilled brioche roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake BLTA - $18: House made Maine crab cake, smoked applewood bacon, house greens, tomato, avocado & chipotle mayo on a grilled brioche roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $28: Hand picked fresh Maine lobster poached in butter, sprinkling of parsley & scallion, brioche roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- VLT - $14: Pan seared tempeh, lettuce, tomato, avocado mash & house vinaigrette on a brioche roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $10: Egg, cheese & 3 potato homefries Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Salads
- House Greens - $9: Mixed greens tossed with our house made vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad - $14: Strawberry, red onion, pecan, goat cheese, local lettuce, house vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $12: Mixed greens, grape tomato, pickled onions, roasted beets, croutons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mimosa - $10: Premium OJ, Brut champagne & triple sec
- Mango Mimosa - $11: Mango juice, Brut champagne & lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Bloody Mary - $11: Classic recipe made in house from scratch
- Bellini - $11: Brut champagne, peach juice & lime
- Absolution - $13: Mimosa with a shot of Absolut Raspberry and a splash of grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Toasted Monk - $11: Hot coffee laced with Frangelico & brandy, topped with whipped cream & a dash of cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bayside Irish Coffee - $11: Hot coffee, Jameson Irish Whiskey & Ryan’s Irish Cream, finished with whipped cream & a dash of cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grand Marnier Warmer - $12: Hot Bayside Blend coffee, warmed with Grand Marnier orange liqueur, whipped cream & a dusting of cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Add-ons
- Local Maine Maple Syrup - $2.5: 100% local Maine maple syrup
- Bourbon Maple Syrup - $3: Bourbon infused maple syrup
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- Wayside Tavern — American
- Two Fat Cats Bakery West End — American
- Coffee By Design (CBD) — American
- Little Tap House — American
- Local Sprouts — American
- Eighty8 Donuts — American
- Ruby's — American
- Another Round — American
- Black Cow Burgers & Fries — American
- Novare Res — American
- Central Provisions — American
- Gritty McDuff's — American
