From Bacon to Benedicts: These are the Most Popular Brunch Joints in Portland, Maine

Nothing beats brunch.

Breakfast? Nope.
Lunch? Not a chance.
Dinner? Please.

None of these even breach the same atmosphere as brunch.

Is Brunch the Perfect Meal That We All Crave and Truly Need?

It’s the perfect combination of sweet, savory, fat, and carbs. And it features some of America’s most beloved ingredients—eggs, bacon, sausage, bread, fruit, coffee, and yes, alcohol.

Brunch was created for those yearning for comfort food—especially after a long night of damaging your body and in need of medical intervention by way of massive caloric intake.

Thankfully, Portland is ready to take care of the masses with a plethora of delicious and iconic restaurants at our fingertips.

The brunch scene in the Forest City is exemplary. I’ve been fortunate enough to eat in some of the greatest foodie towns in America, yet many of my favorite brunch meals come from restaurants right here in our little city.

Portland is extraordinarily lucky to have so many homegrown chefs, as well as those “from away” who’ve figured out how amazing it is to live and work in our fine state. That melting pot has helped turn Portland into a can’t-miss culinary paradise—especially when it comes to brunch.

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While I have my favorite spots, I was curious to see what the masses believe are Portland’s best brunch locations. I decided to take a look at the latest “best of” list from TripAdvisor. The popular review site compiled its list based on a number of factors, including popularity and relevant write-ups.

What are the Most Popular Brunch Spots in Portland, Maine?

Below is a list of the top 10 Portland brunch restaurants according to TripAdvisor. It’s a solidly diverse group. Some of these may surprise folks, but I think it’s a strong representation of many of Portland’s finest establishments.

How many of these have you been to? Is your favorite missing from the list? And most importantly—how hungry are you at this point?