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David's 388, South Portland, ME

David's 388

4.8
4.8
1391 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (207) 347-7388
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    David Turin
  • Neighborhood
    South Portland
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maine

    Neighborhood gem

  • Greater Portland

    Best Overall

  • Greater Portland

    Best Food

  • Greater Portland

    Best Service

  • Greater Portland

    Best Ambiance

  • Greater Portland

    Best Value

  • Greater Portland

    Neighborhood gem

  • Greater Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Portland

    Romantic

  • Greater Portland

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
David's 388 in South Portland offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food," "attentive staff," and a "cozy atmosphere." Guests rave about the seafood pappardelle, duck dishes, and inventive cocktails like the blood orange martini. The restaurant is celebrated for its "consistently great" meals and warm neighborhood vibe, making it a local favorite.

1,391 Reviews
  1. Karen

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I saw duck meatballs and meatloaf on the Maine Restaurant Week menu, and wanted to try it, curious how David’s will flavor one of my favorite foods, meatloaf! He did not disappoint in flavor and presentation! The dessert of the day was blueberry sorbet, scraped every bit of it off the bowl. My son had always loved David’s clam chowder…what he creates with flavors delights all the senses.

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  2. Ingrid

    Maine2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We very much enjoyed David’s! We will definitely be going back!

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  3. Doug

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joined friends and the four of us tried out this restaurant during Restaurant Week. None of us had been previously, but we were all in agreement we look forward to attending again. With tax, tip and a drink price was around $75pp. Not inexpensive by any means, but for the food, ambiance, smells, conviviality and overall warm comfortable space, we felt it was well worthwhile. The food was delicious and the portions were just right. I don't think I left a single thing on any plate for the 3 dishes I had. My wife, who is much (!) more petite, had leftovers from the main course. A 2nd meal for her - yum. The angel food cake dessert was amazing. So much so we asked the chef to come out and take a bow and hear our enthusiasm. If the price is not unreasonable for you, I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this restaurant for a date night; or a get together with friends; or for foodies who like to sit at the counter overlooking the kitchen; or those who like to sit and eat at the bar and perhaps meet new friends. Excellent. Highly recommended.

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  4. Brian

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places…great service and food.

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  5. Pamela

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a relaxing environment with very good service and food.

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  6. Donna

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delicious meal and wonderful menu selection. Service staff are pleasant and well trained. It feels like a neighborhood bistro. We’ve been eating here for years.

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  7. Peter VIP

    Maine165 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service as always. Great drinks. Enjoyed the potstickers and croquettes. Really nice sauce for them. I had the haddock special and was disappointed. Thin piece of haddock buried under way too much bland stuffing. Menu haddock looked better. Other entrees were duck which was cooked perfectly and lamb which was very generous. Nice sides too. Server was fantastic.

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  8. Wendy

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat at the chef’s table and got to see all of the food prepared and ask questions. It was wonderful! Service and food were impeccable.

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  9. Steve

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great place to visit and have a great meal!

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  10. Anne

    Montreal11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A favorite local haunt with atmosphere to spare , excellent food and friendly staff.

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FAQs

David's 388 is rated 4.8 stars by 1391 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for David's 388

388 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Turin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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