Monte's Fine Foods – Italian
Monte's Fine Foods serves as a vibrant culinary hub where the aroma of crusty artisanal breads and golden, Roman-style pizzas draws you into a world of gourmet discovery. Sun-drenched shelves stocked with fine wines and local brews frame an experience that ranges from hearty, overstuffed sandwiches to the playful, decadent crunch of their signature cannoli cookies. Whether you’re stopping for a quick grab-and-go slice or lingering over a scoop of velvety ice cream, the space captures the effortless charm of a neighborhood market where every ingredient reflects a commitment to quality and craft.
788, Washington Avenue, Portland, ME, 04103 +12076139873 https://montesportland.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Monte's Fine Foods
Dairy-Free at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads and Catering Platters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Grab & Go Pizza and Ice Cream Selection. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Grab & Go Pizza and Cannoli Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 7 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Grab & Go Pizza and Cannoli Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Monte's Fine Foods
Monte's Fine Foods in Portland has 4 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters. 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 Monte's Fine Foods
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cannoli Cookie | 34.9 g | 4.2 g |
| Cider | 10.1 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Bakery
In-house bakery producing sandwich loafs, pizza doughs, and retail breads.
- Cannoli Cookie: Signature house-made cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Retail Breads: Assorted in-house baked breads Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Roman Pizza
Handmade Roman pizzas with cold-fermented dough.
- Roman Pizza: Cold-fermented 48 hours and twice-baked dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grab & Go Pizza: Ready-to-eat pizza slices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Stuffed Sandwich: Abundantly stuffed handmade sandwiches Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Market & Ready-to-Eat
- Ice Cream Selection: All-star selection of ice cream Dietary tags: Halal
- Catering Platters: Platters for larger gatherings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catering Salads: Salads for larger gatherings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Fine Wine: Cosmopolitan selection with a focus on Italian wines
- Local Beer: Selection of local craft beers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Cider: Local cider selection
Frequently Asked Questions about Monte's Fine Foods
- Is Monte's Fine Foods dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Monte's Fine Foods has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters.
- What can I eat at Monte's Fine Foods on a dairy-free diet?
- Catering Salads, Retail Breads and Catering Platters carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Monte's Fine Foods have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Catering Salads and Retail Breads.
- Is Monte's Fine Foods gluten-free?
- 2 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 Monte's Fine Foods?
- Cannoli Cookie, at roughly 4.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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