OYSTER SOCIAL EVERY WEDNESDAY
$1 OYSTER
$1.50 SHRIMP COCKTAIL
$2 JONAH CRAB CLAW
$8 PUNCH SPECIAL
$8 ROSร
$8 PROSECCO
Commander Samuel Blyth and Lt. William Burrows
"The captain of HMS Boxer, Commander Samuel Blyth, was killed early in the action by a cannonball; had he lived he might have defended his ship more desperately, but it is not probable with more success. It was his fate now to receive like courtesy at the hands of his enemy. His remains, in company with those of the brave Lieutenant William Burrows, were brought to Portland, where they were interred with military honours in Eastern Cemetery. It was a striking and affecting sight, to behold two gallant commanders, who had lately been arrayed in deadly hostility against each other, descending into one quiet grave, there to mingle their dust peacefully together."
Customer Reviews
Kiantรฉ Smith
5 hours ago
Had an amazing birthday celebration here! A huge thank you to the manager, Meg, for going above and beyond to help me reserve the parlor and make everything run smoothly. The space was perfect, the atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and our whole group had a fantastic time. If youโre in the Portland area and looking for a great spot to host a party or special event, I highly recommend this place!
Shechinah McFarland
19 hours ago
The speakeasy is so cool and the oysters are so bomb! Definitely coming back when I go to Maine!
Arielle Heighton
3 days ago
Super sexy little spot. $1 oysters on Wednesdays are you kidding me? The best. The bar behind the hidden door/bookshelf was were we spent most of our time. The that they were playing a Cronenberg movie.
Jesse Fenton
6 days ago
There are so many amazing places in Portland and it's hard to check out them all even though I go to new ones often, I found this gem on Google maps because of the great reviews and pictures and thought it was definitely worth a try. The hostess promptly offered help (I first went to the bathroom downstairs and me and another gentleman who was looking for the bathroom both had trouble finding the door because it was so dark near the door) and sat me at the upper bar, it's very cold that they have 3 bars here and one is like a speakeasy and you enter through a bookcase door, unfortunately I'll have to come back to Wednesday for happy hour when they open the 3rd bar. The bartender Brendan was very knowledgeable and helpful. I got a delicious tequila hibiscus ๐บ cocktail ๐น that wasn't too sweet as Brendan promised. I was torn between the crab ๐ฆ claws and lobster ๐ฆ rolls so I decided to get both. The crab ๐ฆ came first, the cilantro lime ๐โ๐ฉ aioli dipping sauce was delicious, the seaweed salad ๐ฅ was tasty and fresh, the crab ๐ฆ tasted fresh but when I put the pieces of crab ๐ฆ claws in my mouth they tasted a little water logged, I'm guessing they were only boiled vs steamed and finished in butter ๐ง which would have made them delicious. Luckily I had the delicious sauce to help with the watery bland crab ๐ฆ flavors. If they were finished in butter ๐ง they would have been amazing and worth the $20. Next came my twin lobster ๐ฆ ๐ฆ rolls for $22. I definitely was not disappointed in any way here. The rolls were perfectly crispy and infused with a generous amount of butter ๐ง, the amount of lobster was generous for twin lobster ๐ฆ ๐ฆ rolls for $22, the lemon ๐ aioli was perfectly balanced with the flavors and was the perfect amount of aioli to balance with the fresh lobster ๐ฆ. One of the best lobster ๐ฆ rolls I have had, I'll definitely be back for lots more of these. I would have enjoyed the crab ๐ฆ more if it wasn't almost the same price as the twin lobster ๐ฆ ๐ฆ rolls and infused in butter ๐ง. I thought I would have gotten more ๐ฆ because it's cheaper than lobster ๐ฆ and it would have been more delicious. After enjoying the amazing twin lobster ๐ฆ๐ฆ rolls I washed it all down with a delicious dry New York hard cider ๐ that I had English style over ice ๐ง. I'll definitely be back for happy hour, to try all of the delicious menu, the twin lobster ๐ฆ ๐ฆ rolls, Brendan's great service and to check out the 3rd bar that is the cool speak easy. The cocktail ๐ธ๐น bar is tastefully decorated and I love the story of the name of the cocktail ๐ธ๐น bar!! Definitely highly recommended!!!
Joe Oliver
2 weeks ago
Really great cocktails. Taylor was very knowledgeable. She suggested great drink options and each cocktail was better than the next!
Tim Smith
2 weeks ago
Excellent cocktails and tasty food! We were in the Speakeasy section in the back. The cocktails were excellent and the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable.
Ryan Rancourt
3 weeks ago
2nd time went! Still amazing
I AM Hadalamb
3 weeks ago
I had high hopes for my experience here, as it is one of the first places that comes to mind when the term โcraft cocktailโ is used. We checked out this place on a Sunday afternoon (@2:00). We each had a cocktail, and deviled eggs, pretzel bites, and a couple more appetizers. The area where we were seated was very dark (we needed the flashlight from our phones), very close contact with other diners, and could hear everyone elseโs conversations. Perhaps I need to visit another time to see if my experience was a fluke. I also like to take at least one picture to post, but from my seat I wasnโt able to do so.
Robert Harrison
1 month ago
A quirky bar, but delightful. The
Robert Harrison
1 month ago
This was a very different experience but a delightful one. The food was delicious and unique. The drinks were inspired and the staff were the best. Very attentive and friendly. An awesome night
Kim Magoon
1 month ago
This is a true cocktail bar. Not really a place for a meal, unless you want oysters. Then, they are definitely your place. The cocktails are super intricate. Its not my style or palate, but my spouse was really pleased. Have you had a fishy cocktail? Maybe you should. Not me. But maybe YOU should try it.
L. Farnsworth Colson
1 month ago
Lovely spot great drinks