The Porthole Restaurant & Pub 20 Custom House Wharf, Portland, ME 04101

"Great little place! Can't get oysters much more fresh than right on the water. Onion soup was very good, especially on a 20° day in January."

"Beware and review your credit card for funds added by Kylie S. I visited this restaurant on 10/26. We ordered the twin lobster and 12 oysters and a few (3) drinks. We received two single lobsters (someone in the kitchen messed up and gave us someone else's order) and our oysters did not come out until after the food. We were in a good mood and we get it. Mistakes happen. So we didn’t fuss. We ordered another single because we were still hungry. We left a cash tip of $30 (a $20 bill and $10 bill). Lo and behold when i reviewed my credit card the charge was 199.80!! $33 over the actual charge of 166.80. The waitress added an additional $33 to my bill even though i left a cash tip!! That is stealing and fraud!!! Update: It took a month, my credit card company gave me the credit, and after a few weeks the restaurant removed the charge. All has been rectified. This has left a bad experience for me. I applaud the restaurant for making it right."

"We ordered 2 Porthole Twin lobster and it was good, 1 stuffed lobster was tasty too. I enjoyed my pink puffin drink. Our server Kaylee was friendly and attentive she checks on us often to make sure we were okay."

"Great service and a nice deck seating option. Gluten free bun wasn't tasty, but it was really nice to be able to enjoy a lobster roll in Maine :) there were other gluten free items as well which was a pleasant surprise! Wish I had ordered the summer rolls. Next time!"

"One of the absolute best seafood restaurants I’ve ever been to. Everything we ordered was perfect. Wouldn’t change anything. This area is known for clams and they know how to cook them! During our visit, the weather made for a great outdoor dining experience. Would highly recommend if it’s a nice day. In a great location along the waterfront."