Restaurants near Great Vow Zen Monastery

The food is outstanding! However, It took at least a half hour after being seated before we were greeted at our table. It was VERY loud where we were sitting as there were two parties in the same small room that were making way too much noise. It was impossible to carry on a business conversation. That being said, the food made up for the slow service and loud tables.

Dinner was amazing , we were a party of 6, we had steaks, porkchop and scallops, and lobster. Everything was juicy and delicious. Waitstaff was exceptional. Highly recommend for a special night out.

Portland City Grill is always a fun experience. From the 30th floor of Portland's "Big Pink" the views can be spectacular, and usually are. Over my twenty years as a resident of the Portland area I have been to Portland City many times. Actually my first date, after moving to Portland, was in the bar at Portland City Grill. I have enjoyed the restaurant with many family and friends, and they are always at the ambiance, service, food, and of course the view. I took a friend there for Thanksgiving Dinner in 2024, the restaurant had a special Thanksgiving Dinner meal, with all the fixings included. We had a wonderful view of Mount Hood. The staff provided excellent service, even with the restaurant being very busy, we still felt well cared for, and the meal was terrific.

Our server, neglected to get her name, but had green tips on her hair. Anyhow, she was excellent! Attentive and very communicative. She made our group feel at ease. Thank you!

Great location -walking distance from hotel. Was excited to see Red Lobster was so close by hotel! Was seated right away -was early for booked priority seated on Open Table. Was happy to use this option . Friendly staff throughout the whole meal. Neat historical nautical decor pictures of Maine. Great flavour of Stuffed mushroom caps. My Twin lobster tail meal off the Manager’s special was great. Liked the fact I can choose my 2 sides for the order and room to upgrade. Great presentation of meal. Lobster tailed grilled to perfection. Buttery without the butter. So many great menu options to choose from. Will have to try the bay scallops and jumbo coconut shrimp next time.