As we enter further into the depths of winter, solace can be found in the form of free oysters and cheap beer at J’s and Dogfish, respectively.   From 4-6pm all Feb. long, the salty wait staff at J’s Oyster Bar sling paper plates of oysters for happy hour patrons to enjoy.  They set aside a limited quantity of free mollusks, so get there on the early side.  Starting next week, Dogfish Bar & Grill (on Free St.) launches its $1 draft Mondays, $2 draft Tuesdays and $3 draft Wednesdays during happy hour.  As you can imagine, attendance is strong.

 
La Mousse. 01/28/2009
 

Mousse Cafe is perhaps the most underrated and over looked dinning spot on the peninsula.  They opened their doors late last Summer and have been a personal favorite ever since.  Everything is home-made; from the clam chowder, to the baked goods, to the ice cream.  Lunch is their specialty, but they also have a killer breakfast, that is served all day.  Their hours are generous as well.  Only closed on Sundays.  


Top meals:

-Turkey panini:  The greatest sandwich in Portland.  I hold this truth to be self evident.  The fries that come with it are amazing as well.  Regular, garlic or sweet potato.  

-Turkey chili w/ jalapeño scone:  Also friggin’ amazing.  There is a dearth of turkey chili in this town.  Hunt no more, it is the perfect bowl.

-Breakfast burrito:  If you attempt to polish this monster off for breakfast, you may spend the remainder of the day on your couch.  That is not always a bad thing.

1 Monument Way
Portland, ME 04101 (map)
822-9955



 
All Allagash. 08/05/2008
 

MSN gives a nod to Allagash in their line-up of top summer beers.  The Belgian style beer that Allagash cooks up seems to be growing in popularity.  The tastes are definitely a departure from the standard American crap, and the ABV is certainly compelling.  Allagash has a few events lined up for August and September to show off their beers.  On the 12th of August, they will be at Evangeline from 6 to 8pm, supporting The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association.  $10 and space is limited.  Contact Allagash for info: info@allagash.com.  On the 23rd of this month, the Alligashians will be at Vignola from 2 to 4pm, for a Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital fundraiser.  This year’s Fluxus will be on display.  On September 25th, the Great Lost Bear is holding an Allagash event from 5 to 9pm.