Wayside Tavern – American
Wayside Tavern captures the spirit of a refined coastal retreat, where the inviting warmth of a neighborhood haunt meets a sophisticated menu of elevated tavern fare. The kitchen artfully balances briny freshness with decadent richness, weaving together textures like golden beer-battered cod cheeks, broiled Maine oysters, and the velvet luxury of foie gras truffles. It is a space designed for lingering over vibrant salads and savory small plates, where every bite feels like a thoughtful celebration of both land and sea.
Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04101 https://waysidetavernmaine.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Wayside is celebrated for its pleasant environment and welcoming atmosphere, making it a beloved addition to the neighborhood for family gatherings. Guests frequently praise the savory salads and fresh flavors, while reviewers highlight the accommodating service staff who provide attentive care and regular check-ins throughout the meal. This combination of a relaxed setting and friendly service ensures a consistently enjoyable dining experience for all visitors.
Menu
Snacks
- Castelvetrano Olives - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clams Casino - $14: Parsley butter, bacon, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Foie Gras Truffles - $16: Maple almond croccante, pepper jelly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broiled Maine Scallops - $18: Caviar, bearnaise Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salt Cod Mantecato - $12: Olive tapenade Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Cod Cheek - $14: Gribiche Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broiled Maine Oysters - $16: Chili butter, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Chicory Salad - $14: Anchovy dressing, bread crumbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabbage Salad - $14: Crispy bacon, spring onion, buttermilk dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Terrine - $15: House made mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Roasted Cauliflower - $15: Bagna cauda, mint, fried garlic Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Asparagus - $18: Beurre blanc, peekytoe crab Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Butter Beans - $16: Kale, anchovy butter, fennel sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Large Plates
- Steamed Mussels - $26: White wine, absinthe, green garlic toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Tonnarelli - $24: Guanciale, pecorino, black pepper Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Roasted Chicken - $28: Ricotta toast, golden raisins, pinenuts
- Halibut - $34: Brown butter, capers, roasted mushrooms Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pork Schnitzel - $28: Fennel, shaved celery, tonnato sauce
- Steak au Poivre - $38: Bone marrow au poivre, potato puree Dietary tags: High-Protein
Sunday Lunch
- Croque Madame - $18: Mornay, ham, fried egg Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Mushroom Toast - $16: Local mushroom, mascarpone, fried egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $17: Spicy mayo, cabbage slaw Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Smash Burger - $18: Caramelized onion, fontina, zucchini pickles
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