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: high-protein, nut-free, low-carb, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, diabetic, pescatarian, mediterranean, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, volumetrics, raw-food, detox, tlc, alkaline, mayo-clinic, pegan, candida
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
- 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. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pork Fries - $14: BBQ pulled pork over sweet potato fries with melted cheddar jack cheese and maple sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Pub Pretzels - $11: Served with pub mustard or spicy cheese sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chips & Salsa - $8: House-fried tortilla chips served with homemade salsa. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9: Stuffed with creamy mozzarella and topped with Italian bread crumbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $11: Creamy spinach and artichoke dip. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gritty Nachos (Full) - $12: Served with homemade salsa and sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Irish Nachos - $12: Sidewinders, cheddar jack cheese and bacon, served with sour cream. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Ale-Battered Mushrooms - $10: Served with a side of horseradish mayonnaise. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ale-Battered Pickle Chips - $10: Served with creamy chipotle sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chowder (Bowl) - $8: Rotating chowder selection. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $7: Chef's choice daily rotating soup. Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Chili (Bowl) - $8: Hearty house chili topped with melted cheddar jack cheese, served with grilled cornbread or tortilla chips. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- French Onion Soup - $8: Gritty's Ale onion soup topped with croutons and melted swiss. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- House Salad - $9: Mixed greens topped with fresh garden vegetables. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Caesar Salad - $10: Romaine lettuce, homemade croutons and parmesan cheese tossed in Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- McDuff Salad - $14: Sliced Granny Smith apples, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onions and walnuts on romaine lettuce. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Steak & Greens - $18: Seasoned Black Angus steak, spinach, romaine, creamy chipotle dressing, pickled red onions and cheddar jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Crispy Fried Salad (Full) - $15: Crispy fried chicken or Maine shrimp on romaine with garden vegetables. Plain or tossed in Buffalo or chili glaze. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Classic Cheese Pizza - $13: 14 inch beer dough, whole milk mozzarella and sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pepperoni Pizza - $15: 14 inch beer dough, mozzarella, sauce and pepperoni. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veggie Pizza - $16: Tomatoes, onions, peppers and mushrooms. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tuscan Pizza - $18: Garlic base, spinach, tomato and balsamic drizzle. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $18: Buffalo sauce, grilled chicken and ranch drizzle. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- BBQ Chicken Pizza - $18: BBQ base, grilled chicken and bacon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mainely Maine Chicken Sandwich - $15: Grilled chicken, toasted ciabatta, smoked bacon, mixed greens, red onion, smoked gouda and maple BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blackened Chicken Melt - $15: Cajun-seasoned chicken, pickle chips, pepper jack cheese and chipotle dressing on francese bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Reuben - $14: Corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island, rye bread and swiss cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Haddock Reuben - $14: Ale-battered Maine haddock, coleslaw, Thousand Island and swiss on rye. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Portabella Melt - $14: Balsamic portabella, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, baby spinach and smoked gouda on ciabatta. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Pub Steak Panini - $15: Shaved steak, Muenster cheese, roasted peppers and caramelized onions on francese bread with horseradish mayo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Build Your Own Burger - $14: Half-pound Black Angus burger on brioche bun with lettuce, tomato and pickle. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Prairie Fire Burger - $16: Black Angus beef, pepper jack cheese, prairie fire sauce and fried jalapeños. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mexicali Burger - $16: Black Angus beef, cheddar jack cheese, salsa and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fish & Chips - $16: Ale-battered haddock served over fries with coleslaw and tartar sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shepherd's Pie - $16: Slow-roasted seasoned beef, corn and red skinned garlic mashed potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pub Mac & Cheese (Full) - $16: Cavatappi pasta tossed in house cheese sauce, with grilled cornbread and fried jalapeños. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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.
- Original Pub Style Ale - $7: British Style Pale Ale, 4.5% ABV. Light copper-colored with floral aroma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gritty McDuff's
- Where is this restaurant located?
- This American brewpub is located in Portland, according to the official website address provided in the restaurant data.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including vegetarian, nut-free, pescatarian, high-protein, sugar-free, and volumetrics through dishes like pizzas, salads, and burgers.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Gritty McDuff's specializes in American pub fare, featuring hearty comfort food like wings, nachos, burgers, and ale-battered appetizers.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The provided data does not list specific dishes tagged as both keto and gluten-free for this restaurant.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Gritty McDuff's has a website at https://grittys.com/portland-brew-pub/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- The restaurant is ideal for casual dates with partners, offering a warm, inviting brewpub atmosphere and friendly, accommodating service.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, the accommodating service staff, and the perfectly cooked sandwiches that serve as a standout.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a budget-friendly ($) 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.