Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Cape Elizabeth

Being from out of town, I only know that Portland has a reputation as a great food place. This was our first dining experience on an extended visit, and it may be pretty hard to top. Cocktail I started with was great, as was the beef carpaccio started we shared. My duck was perfect, and the risotto it sat on was really interesting and a great accompaniment. My wife's haddock looked amazing (I believe she confirmed that it was). Since we were pretty much the only diners there in that half of the restaurant (away from the bar), it was nice and quiet; eventually another small group arrived (it was a Monday night). The servers were helpful, attentive without being obtrusive, and friendly. Great neighborhood spot; I'd love to have a place like David's near me. I'll definitely be back before our stay in the area is over.

This is the second time I needed a restaurant open on Mondays in Portland, and both times David was my choice. The food and wine I had were delicious and the restaurant itself is attractive and offered great service. My group had a great time and I'm sure we'll be back.

Wonderful food and an amazing view of the ocean. Unfortunately, our server Lisa, was not very friendly and we felt very rushed by her even though the restaurant was just half full. 

We had a wonderful birthday dinner here. Our server was excellent. The pace was gentle in a good way. Food was just amazing, as was the presentation. The dining room is warm and cozy and a little elegant too. The setting seems lovely but it was dark out - we’ll have to come back in the spring. I had put that it was my birthday in the Open Table reservation - they really lifted that up with some champagne glasses at the start and a spectacular special dessert at the end.

Excellent food well prepared. Both main courses were very good. Interesting cocktail choices for the winter months.