Oakman58 Posted July 24 #1 Share Posted July 24 I know there are quite a few restaurants near the pier in Portland Maine, and I was wondering, with two cruise ships in port (NCL Breakaway and Sky) does it become difficult to get seated for a lunch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mets123 Posted July 24 #2 Share Posted July 24 Not really. If the one you want has a wait, just go to another. There's over 100 places to eat by the port. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted July 25 #3 Share Posted July 25 Unfortunately, some of the best restaurants, like Grill Room, Scales, Street & Co, David's, are not open for lunch, so cruise visitors don't get the full benefit of our great restaurant experience. But, yes, with two ships in port, the downtown and Old Port areas are crowded. Make a reservation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMLAalum Posted July 25 #4 Share Posted July 25 21 hours ago, Oakman58 said: I know there are quite a few restaurants near the pier in Portland Maine, and I was wondering, with two cruise ships in port (NCL Breakaway and Sky) does it become difficult to get seated for a lunch? Hoping for you that Portland is NOT your first re-entry port into the US from Canada! I am leery that we will clear CBP in time for our 1:30pm cruise on the Eleanor Hawkes since the Eclipse isn't due into port until 9:30am! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakman58 Posted July 25 Author #5 Share Posted July 25 13 minutes ago, TMLAalum said: Hoping for you that Portland is NOT your first re-entry port into the US from Canada! I am leery that we will clear CBP in time for our 1:30pm cruise on the Eleanor Hawkes since the Eclipse isn't due into port until 9:30am! No, New York will be our port for clearing through CBP. After leaving Canada we have a sea day was we cruise back to New York. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzCruise Posted September 14 #6 Share Posted September 14 There will probably be a wait at most places in the Old Port. But if you venture further away from the touristy areas you could probably get right in. And you can always put your name on the list and go grab a drink at one of the fabulous bar or breweries or just do some shopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marys350 Posted September 15 #7 Share Posted September 15 We enjoyed our lunch at Gilbert's Chowder House on two different cruises and didn't have a problem getting a table either time. https://www.gilbertschowderhouse.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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