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Welcome to Scales

Located in Portland, ME, Scales offers a trendy and classy dining experience specializing in New American cuisine with a focus on seafood. With a full bar serving beer, wine, and spirits, the restaurant provides a sophisticated atmosphere perfect for dinner or happy hour. While offering limited vegetarian options, Scales takes pride in their commitment to sustainability, providing plastic-free packaging and reusable tableware. With attentive waiter service, outdoor seating, and a variety of amenities including free Wi-Fi and valet parking, Scales is an ideal spot for group gatherings or special occasions. Overall, Scales delivers a top-notch dining experience with delicious seafood dishes and impeccable service.

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Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, Scales is a must-visit for seafood lovers looking for a trendy and classy dining experience. This restaurant specializes in New American cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, paired perfectly with a selection of beer, wine, and spirits.

With a variety of amenities such as outdoor seating, waiter service, and free Wi-Fi, Scales provides a comfortable and enjoyable dining atmosphere. Additionally, they offer happy hour specials and catering services, making it a great spot for groups and special events.

One standout feature of Scales is their commitment to sustainability, with plastic-free packaging and reusable tableware. This attention to eco-friendly practices sets them apart in the restaurant world.

Overall, Scales is a top choice for those seeking a high-quality seafood dining experience in Portland. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a gathering with friends, Scales is sure to impress with their delicious dishes and inviting ambiance.

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Jon White
Jon White

We thoroughly enjoyed Scales. Sat on the patio in early October and were comfortable. The food was phenomenal. We had the Lobster, Lobster roll, crap fritters, tuna, scallops, and pot roast. All were yummy. The garlic bread is amazing. Service was top notch. Highly recommend.

Priscilla Morales
Priscilla Morales

The food was delicious! Tuna melted in my mouth and the grilled octopus had an amazing texture, not rubbery. For desert I tried the pumpkin fig cheesecake, amazing!! The service was great and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Outdoor seating has heaters which was great for a chilly nights dinner.

Vicki Smith
Vicki Smith

Excellent seafood dishes. We had fresh oysters and octopus for appetizers. The seafood stew was amazing!!! I ordered the halibut, which honestly was a little overcooked. But dinner was delicious overall. We had an excellent zinfandel bottle. Picking a bottle was a little difficult because the server wasn't super knowledgeable about the wines. He did bring us a couple of tastings of ones he suggested and we didn't like either. We took a gamble with the zin, and it ended up being excellent. Ended with port, espresso martini, and roasted plum sorbet. A fantastic date night. They were extremely accommodating with my dairy allergy. ♥️

David Theis
David Theis

Ok I'm a foodie. Let's start with that. Next... I've been trying to get in here for over a year finally my lover brought me here for my birthday today. Tuesday night, reservation madev3 weeks ago, if you want a weekend it books 6 weeks out. Winter time not as bad. The meal was one of the best we have had for a long time. Looking forward to coming back. We had a couple beers, dozen oysters, rolls and corn bread with our meals. She had the scallops, I had the baked stuffed haddock, with morels...special touch. Those shrooms are why I ordered the haddock!! 5 outta 5 on everything, we sat at the bar. I always sit at the bar on my first visit, service always great at that bar.

Sofia Price
Sofia Price

Honestly the best steak i’ve ever had in my life!! Was so amazing, I went for my bachelorette and had such a great time, service was really amazing our server was so sweet. although it was super packed (Saturday night so expected) and the food took a while to come out was absolutely worth it.

Jesika Carter
Jesika Carter

This place was amazing! The atmosphere was nice and the service was great. The halibut and the hanger steak were really good and melted in your mouth!

Matthew Powell
Matthew Powell

What an experience. I feel cleansed. Freshest oysters I've ever had. The cocktails were perfect. The mussels were so buttery and delicious. We had the tuna and and the seared halibut and couldn't believe how fresh it was with such unique flavors. Butterscotch popcorn Sunday really sealed the deal. Our bartender Juan was super helpful and friendly and made us feel welcome. The atmosphere was perfect.

Stephen Sedman
Stephen Sedman

Food was very good. Service was excellent. Atmosphere is great. I understand why it is hard to get a reservation on short notice. I will visit again.

Joseph Carbone
Joseph Carbone

Once again, as expected Scales goes above and beyond. Had the raw little necks, the octopus and then the Halibut bone in daily special. Everything was delicious, fresh and well prepared cant think of the words to describe this fabulous dinner.

John C.
John C.

Delicious! Outside of a local seafood boil, this was fantastic. Highly recommend. Staff is equally amazing!