Gritty McDuff's – American
This lively brewpub hums with the spirited energy of a neighborhood gathering spot, where the golden glow of pint glasses meets the irresistible aroma of bubbling cheese and toasted pretzels. Heaping plates of Irish nachos and crispy, sauce-tossed wings anchor the table, inviting friends to linger over shared bites of savory comfort and hearty pub fare. It is a place where the rhythmic clink of glasses and the warmth of a well-worn booth create a quintessential social experience that feels both timeless and welcoming.
396 Fore Street, Portland ME 04101 https://grittys.com/portland-brew-pub/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Gritty McDuff's
Dairy-Free at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ale-Battered Mushrooms, Chowder (Bowl) and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chowder (Bowl), House Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili (Bowl), Pub Mac & Cheese (Full) and McDuff Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Pizza, Portabella Melt and Shepherd's Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including McDuff Salad, House Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Gritty McDuff's
Gritty McDuff's in Portland has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa, House Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Gritty McDuff's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Blackened Chicken Melt | 7 g | 65.7 g |
| Christmas Ale | 61.3 g | 51 g |
| Irish Nachos | 95.1 g | 41.8 g |
| Shepherd's Pie | 11.9 g | 39.7 g |
| Chili (Bowl) | 25.9 g | 38.8 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza | 18.1 g | 29.3 g |
| Portabella Melt | 11.5 g | 27.5 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Pepperoni Pizza | 28.7 g | 20.8 g |
| Build Your Own Burger | 12.2 g | 20.2 g |
| BBQ Chicken Pizza | 6.4 g | 17.4 g |
| Reuben | 23.1 g | 16.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 25:00
What diners are saying
Guests love the welcoming feel of this neighborhood addition, frequently praising the perfectly cooked sandwiches that serve as a standout menu item. Reviewers highlight the accommodating service staff who ensure a pleasant experience by checking in regularly throughout the meal. Celebrated for its warm and inviting atmosphere, the space offers a friendly environment that diners find consistently enjoyable for a casual outing with partners or friends.
Menu
Appetizers
- Gritty Wings (Half Dozen) - $10: Served with celery, carrots and blue cheese dressing. Choice of Buffalo, Black Fly Stout BBQ, chili glaze, habanero, salt & vinegar, cinnamon chipotle spice or Cajun spice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gritty Wings (Dozen) - $16: Served with celery, carrots and blue cheese dressing. Choice of Buffalo, Black Fly Stout BBQ, chili glaze, habanero, salt & vinegar, cinnamon chipotle spice or Cajun spice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gritty Tenders - $13: Served with celery, carrots and blue cheese dressing. Plain or tossed in Buffalo, Black Fly Stout BBQ sauce or chili glaze. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Fries - $14: BBQ pulled pork over sweet potato fries with melted cheddar jack cheese and maple sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Pretzels - $11: Served with pub mustard or spicy cheese sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $8: House-fried tortilla chips served with homemade salsa. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9: Stuffed with creamy mozzarella and topped with Italian bread crumbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $11: Creamy spinach and artichoke dip. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gritty Nachos (Full) - $12: Served with homemade salsa and sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Irish Nachos - $12: Sidewinders, cheddar jack cheese and bacon, served with sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale-Battered Mushrooms - $10: Served with a side of horseradish mayonnaise. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale-Battered Pickle Chips - $10: Served with creamy chipotle sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Chowder (Bowl) - $8: Rotating chowder selection. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $7: Chef's choice daily rotating soup. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Bowl) - $8: Hearty house chili topped with melted cheddar jack cheese, served with grilled cornbread or tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup - $8: Gritty's Ale onion soup topped with croutons and melted swiss. Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $9: Mixed greens topped with fresh garden vegetables. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10: Romaine lettuce, homemade croutons and parmesan cheese tossed in Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- McDuff Salad - $14: Sliced Granny Smith apples, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onions and walnuts on romaine lettuce. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Greens - $18: Seasoned Black Angus steak, spinach, romaine, creamy chipotle dressing, pickled red onions and cheddar jack cheese. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Salad (Full) - $15: Crispy fried chicken or Maine shrimp on romaine with garden vegetables. Plain or tossed in Buffalo or chili glaze. Available at: dinner, lunch
From Our Stone Oven
- Classic Cheese Pizza - $13: 14 inch beer dough, whole milk mozzarella and sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $15: 14 inch beer dough, mozzarella, sauce and pepperoni. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Pizza - $16: Tomatoes, onions, peppers and mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Pizza - $18: Garlic base, spinach, tomato and balsamic drizzle. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $18: Buffalo sauce, grilled chicken and ranch drizzle. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Pizza - $18: BBQ base, grilled chicken and bacon. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Mainely Maine Chicken Sandwich - $15: Grilled chicken, toasted ciabatta, smoked bacon, mixed greens, red onion, smoked gouda and maple BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Melt - $15: Cajun-seasoned chicken, pickle chips, pepper jack cheese and chipotle dressing on francese bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $14: Corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island, rye bread and swiss cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haddock Reuben - $14: Ale-battered Maine haddock, coleslaw, Thousand Island and swiss on rye. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portabella Melt - $14: Balsamic portabella, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, baby spinach and smoked gouda on ciabatta. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Steak Panini - $15: Shaved steak, Muenster cheese, roasted peppers and caramelized onions on francese bread with horseradish mayo. Available at: dinner, lunch
Craft Burgers
- Build Your Own Burger - $14: Half-pound Black Angus burger on brioche bun with lettuce, tomato and pickle. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prairie Fire Burger - $16: Black Angus beef, pepper jack cheese, prairie fire sauce and fried jalapeños. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexicali Burger - $16: Black Angus beef, cheddar jack cheese, salsa and guacamole. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Fish & Chips - $16: Ale-battered haddock served over fries with coleslaw and tartar sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd's Pie - $16: Slow-roasted seasoned beef, corn and red skinned garlic mashed potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Mac & Cheese (Full) - $16: Cavatappi pasta tossed in house cheese sauce, with grilled cornbread and fried jalapeños. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Christmas Ale - $7: Extra Special Bitter, 6.2% ABV. Robust with chocolaty character and earthy hop flavor.
- Black Fly Stout - $7: Dry Irish Stout, 4.7% ABV. Opaque black with roasted malt and espresso notes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Original Pub Style Ale - $7: British Style Pale Ale, 4.5% ABV. Light copper-colored with floral aroma. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Gritty McDuff's
- Where is this restaurant located?
- This American brewpub is located in Portland, according to the official website address provided in the restaurant data.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including vegetarian, nut-free, pescatarian, high-protein, sugar-free, and volumetrics through dishes like pizzas, salads, and burgers.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Gritty McDuff's specializes in American pub fare, featuring hearty comfort food like wings, nachos, burgers, and ale-battered appetizers.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The provided data does not list specific dishes tagged as both keto and gluten-free for this restaurant.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Gritty McDuff's has a website at https://grittys.com/portland-brew-pub/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- The restaurant is ideal for casual dates with partners, offering a warm, inviting brewpub atmosphere and friendly, accommodating service.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, the accommodating service staff, and the perfectly cooked sandwiches that serve as a standout.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a budget-friendly ($) price level and a 4.0/5 rating, guests find good value in the hearty pub fare and accommodating service.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided information for Gritty McDuff's does not include the specific hours of operation for this restaurant location.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Gritty McDuff's has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests frequently praising the welcoming atmosphere and perfectly cooked sandwiches.
- Is Gritty McDuff's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Gritty McDuff's has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ale-Battered Mushrooms, Chowder (Bowl) and Chips & Salsa.
- What can I eat at Gritty McDuff's on a dairy-free diet?
- Ale-Battered Mushrooms, Chowder (Bowl) and Chips & Salsa carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Gritty McDuff's have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips & Salsa and House Salad.
- Is Gritty McDuff's gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Gritty McDuff's?
- Blackened Chicken Melt, at roughly 65.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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