Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Gritty McDuff's, Novare Res and LB Kitchen, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 8 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale american restaurants in Portland. Great american food that fits your budget.
Portland's Upscale American Destinations
Discover the refined side of Maine’s culinary capital with our selection of premier American eateries scattered throughout Portland. This collection highlights the city's commitment to quality, featuring iconic destinations like Fore Street Restaurant and Central Provisions alongside the elevated craft offerings of Belleflower Brewing and Speckled Ax. Whether you are stopping by Speckled Ax East for a sophisticated caffeine fix or settling in for a celebrated dinner, these establishments represent the very best of upscale dining in the Northeast.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale American Restaurants in Portland | Upscale American Food
- Gritty McDuff's · rated 4/5: American.
- Novare Res · rated 4/5: American.
- LB Kitchen · rated 4/5: American.
- Wayside Tavern · rated 4/5: American.
- Flat Iron Coffee Bar · rated 4/5: American.
- Belleflower Brewing · rated 4/5: American.
- Katie Made Bakery · rated 4/5: American.
- The Great Lost Bear · rated 3/5: American.
- Night Moves Bread · rated 3/5: American.
- Duckfat: American.
- East Ender: American.
- Another Round: American.
- Two Fat Cats Bakery West End: American.
- Cheese Louise: American.
- Fore Street Restaurant: American.
- Pizzaiolo: Italian.
- Rí Ra Irish Pub & Restaurant - Portland: American.
- Coffee By Design (CBD): American.
- Central Provisions: American.
- Ocotillo: American.
- Portland Pottery Cafe: American.
- Rose Foods: American.
- Becky's Diner: American.
- Local Sprouts: American.
- Ruby's: American.
- Bayou Kitchen: American.
- Bayside American Cafe: American.
- Little Tap House: American.
- Sammy's Scoops: American.
- Black Cow Burgers & Fries: American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
