Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Cape Elizabeth

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BostonBoston Metro NorthBoston Metro SouthBoston Metro WestCape Cod and the IslandsCentral MA

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AbingtonActonAllstonAmherstAndoverArlington

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. David's 388

4.8

Exceptional(1394)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • South Portland

Booked 14 times today

From the owner of David's (Portland, ME), 388 is a comfortable and casual neighborhood nook where diners can enjoy a range of bold flavors. Both restaurants share the signature of Chef/Owner David Turin, and David's 388 is built "by the Chef, for the Chef." Every week, David's 388 thrills the palette with new dishes that have both creative and traditional influences spanning the width of the globe. The restaurant seats 42 including seating at a Chef’s counter overlooking the kitchen.

2. Solo Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(2728)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Portland

Booked 27 times today

We currently offer in-house dining Tuesday through Sunday from 4:30-10:00pm (last dinner seating is at 9:30). Takeout is no longer available at this time. Patio dining is available Memorial Day weekend through September and always subject to weather. Please call us directly to reserve a patio table, but keep in mind that of the six 4-tops available outside, three are kept for walk-ins only.Our restaurant features Paolo Laboa, international chef from Genova, Italy. His menu consists of simple, flavorful and authentic Northern Italian cuisine. This includes handmade pasta, crudo (raw fish), fresh pizza and an all-Italian wine list. Ingredients are sourced locally, from various Maine farms and from the Gulf of Maine, whenever possible.

3. Prima

4.7

Exceptional(872)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Charlestown

Booked 99 times today

Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.

4. Thames Landing

4.3

Awesome(56)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portland

Booked 9 times today

Thames Landing brings you modern New England fare—centered around seafood, local meat, and seasonal vegetables—in an airy, bright dining room and on our expansive garden patio.Menu includes appetizers like salt cod croquettes, mussels and deviled eggs, a variety of salads and entrees that range from lobster rolls and smashed burgers to lobster dinners and NY strip steaks. A private dining room remains in place and a cozy expanded outdoor seating area is now available.

A photo of David's Restaurant restaurant

5. David's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3873)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Portland

Booked 25 times today

A long established local favorite at the center of the historic arts district featuring eclectic decor,and an energetic atmosphere. David's offers broadly appealing menus that highlight familiar dishes with acreative twist. Open for lunch and dinner, showcasing delectable options for gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan diners. David’s is known for delicious meals, and warm and friendly service. It’s no wonder that Chef David was voted Portland's best chef in 2021 and chef of the year in 2012.

6. Lucky Cheetah

4.7

Exceptional(213)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Portland

Booked 22 times today

Dumpling enthusiasts and champagne lovers alike can indulge in in the elevated, yet unpretentious fine-dining experience offered in this sexy, and intimate underground hideaway. The menu honors Cantonese classics with dishes like Xiaolongbao and Char Siu Bao, while creative offerings such as Foie Gras Blackberry Dumplings with Brown Butter Miso Crumb showcase culinary innovation in this celebration of Chinese American fare. A deep champagne and wine list complements the menu, and at the 14-seat Pink Italian Stone bar, classic cocktails are shaken up with unique spice combinations and Asian-produced liquors, like a Manhattan riff “Doyer’s Street” made with Chinese five-spice infused Bourbon and Fernet Michaud from Portland, MENote: Table reservation durations: 1.5 hours for parties of two, 2 hours for parties of 4 or more. Walk-in seats are available at the bar.

A photo of Isa Bistro - Portland restaurant

7. Isa Bistro - Portland

4.9

Exceptional(1432)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Portland

Booked 23 times today

Isa is a small neighborhood bistro serving eclectic and seasonally driven menu. Reservations are available inside the dining room up to 30 days out, with a maximum of 8 guests. Our private outdoor patio is open seasonally with same day reservations available only, as it is uncovered and weather permitting (not dog friendly). Please provide 24 hours notice for cancellations or a late cancellation fee may apply. Friday lunch available 11:30-4pm. Dinner daily 4-9pm, except closed on Tuesdays.A husband and wife duo! A 2023 James Beard nominated chef, Isaul Perez brings his experience cooking French and Italian food in NYC to life with a splash of his Mexican heritage. His wife Suzie is a certified sommelier and face of the front. They showcase local farms and purveyors, offer craft beers and house specialty cocktails. The dining room is cozy and quaint with an original black tin ceiling. Be sure to order any of the Mexican dishes, whatever they may be!

A photo of The Venetian Restaurant restaurant

8. The Venetian Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1290)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hingham

Booked 7 times today

Partners, Eric Papachristos and Chef Paul King have brought The Venetian back to its glory days. Chef Paul focuses on the classics of neighborhood Italian American cuisine, homemade pasta, steaks & chops straight from the butcher, Craft cocktails, and an impressive Italian & American wine list. A fresh renovation has brought 1950’s elegance of black tin-ceilings, red leather tufted booths, and chandeliers to the South Shore.The Venetian – A Weymouth Tradition, Reimagined.

9. Krasi

4.9

Exceptional(1887)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 66 times today

Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.

A photo of Earth at Hidden Pond restaurant

10. Earth at Hidden Pond

4.8

Exceptional(3451)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Kennebunkport

Booked 18 times today

Indulge in an unforgettable dining adventure at Earth, one of Maine's top restaurants. Nestled among balsam and birch trees, Earth embodies community, connecting exceptional cuisine with dedicated farmers and foragers.Our farm-to-table menu celebrates locally-sourced ingredients, including meats, seafood, and vegetables from our organic gardens. Crafted by Chef Justin Owen, each dish boasts distinct, handcrafted flavors.For intimate gatherings, reserve the Potting Shed for up to six guests or the Painting Shed for up to 12 (food & beverage minimum required, call to reserve).Note: Table reservation durations: 2 hours for parties of two, 2.5 hours for parties of four or more. Walk-ins currently unavailable. Check for new openings regularly.

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Randi
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was delicious. Service provided by staff was outstanding.
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Solo ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Portland
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4.8
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karen
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Consistently fantastic food and service! We love all the options Portland’s restaurants provide and visit many of them. Since we visited David’s twenty years ago, we’ve decided that is where we will go when family/friends visit because all ages and palates find something they want to eat (meatloaf, tuna sashimi, burger, sirloin, steak au poivre, garlic knots, brussle sprouts, and salads), and we can rely on the quality.
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David's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Portland
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4.7
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John
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were fantastic!it was a great place for a date night
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David's 388Price: Expensive• Bistro• South Portland
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4.8
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RobertVIP
Greater Boston •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
wonderful experience all around -well made creative cocktails, tasty entrees and great service
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PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
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4.7
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Burky
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Experience was great. We were able to have a great conversations and with minimal interruptions. Service was prompt, polite and thoughtful. The entrees were great; however, specifically the beef stew entrees was cool upon arrival than liked -- it should have been hotter. It also seemed to be few pieces of beef. Otherwise, the experience was great!
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Thames LandingPrice: Expensive• American• Portland
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4.3

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