Went here with friends for dinner. A traditional Italian restaurant operated by people who care. I think we all took a "doggy bag" home because the portions were so large. My friend (who likes to complain) kept saying in a kvetching tone "there's too much for me to eat" like that was a bad thing. Was definitely worth the drive into Portland even though we are surrounded with good restaurants near us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Swindall
The waitress seemed annoyed towards our hard of hearing grandmother and wouldn't repeat things for her. The service was horrible considering how much the bill was. The food was good, but not worth the price. It took us having to get the attention of the hostess multiple times throughout the dinner to get service because the waitress wouldn't look at us.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Laurie Coffin
Ordered the lasagna with meat sauce for Xmas dinner, sad to say we were all disappointed in the meal. The lasagna had very little sauce and it was only on the top, no sauce in between the ricotta or noodles which made it extremely dry tasting. We ordered it with meat and very little meat to be found. Thank god we had bread and salad. $45.00 will never order again☹️
Robert Meyer
I went to Maria’s Restaurant tonight for eggplant parmesan. It was tasty and made just right. It tastes homemade with love just like my mother used to make.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
harvey libby
Have thoroughly enjoyed every visit. Today was the 3rd time. Great food, ambiance and service. Highly recommend. G.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage Lasagna
Tamara Holt
This is the real deal if you LOVE Italian food. Great food, nice price and in the family for generations!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
Dan Lemly
The food is incredible, we live right down the road and pickup quite a bit. Walked in at about 750 this evening and were told that they were done dinner service. You guys gotta change the hours posted online. We'll be
Food: 5
Jamie Barron
Fabulous fun place superb service! Wonderful food and gluten free options see pic of Shrimp dinner. My mother and I eat here everytime we fly into Portland. Just a jewel!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Savannah Rice
Such a great experience with my family. We got 3 different dishes, antipasto, and coconut cake. We shared everything and loved them all. The special of the day was amazing. Probably the best Italian place left of the old Portland. Long live Maria’s. I’m grateful you’re here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J Dee
The shrimp scampi was good but very weak on seasoning, even though it had sliced garlic in it ( I could barely taste the garlic). I had to add quite a bit of salt AND grated cheese for it to have any flavor, and I am not a big salt person. Hubby got the chicken and broccoli Alfredo. Again, it was good but very bland. Service was friendly and conscientious.
We usually love their food, however we went there and and they had a very limited menu & different cooks. Very dissatisfied, our pasta was not cooked.We noticed other patrons were very dissatisfied with the menu..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Mike C
Great Italian food, large portions. Exceptional service and great desserts too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pistachio Gelato
Charles Miranda
Portions are big but pasta should separate from my chicken dish,it made the chicken breading soggy
Stuart Weisberg
Great little restaurant. Very organized. Pleasant staff and good plentiful food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
Mary F
The service at the restaurant was very good. However, the waitress brought my husband the wrong beer, but then fixed it. My crab stuffed fish was not very tasty. The crab filling was soggy, and the fish and noodles were extremely bland and underseasoned. The restaurant also allows dogs inside ( non service) and there were two seated right next to us. Also, the restaurant is very loud. If you’re looking for a intimate, romantic evening, this really isn’t the place.
Went here with friends for dinner. A traditional Italian restaurant operated by people who care. I think we all took a "doggy bag" home because the portions were so large. My friend (who likes to complain) kept saying in a kvetching tone "there's too much for me to eat" like that was a bad thing. Was definitely worth the drive into Portland even though we are surrounded with good restaurants near us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The waitress seemed annoyed towards our hard of hearing grandmother and wouldn't repeat things for her. The service was horrible considering how much the bill was. The food was good, but not worth the price. It took us having to get the attention of the hostess multiple times throughout the dinner to get service because the waitress wouldn't look at us.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Ordered the lasagna with meat sauce for Xmas dinner, sad to say we were all disappointed in the meal. The lasagna had very little sauce and it was only on the top, no sauce in between the ricotta or noodles which made it extremely dry tasting. We ordered it with meat and very little meat to be found. Thank god we had bread and salad. $45.00 will never order again☹️
I went to Maria’s Restaurant tonight for eggplant parmesan. It was tasty and made just right. It tastes homemade with love just like my mother used to make.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have thoroughly enjoyed every visit. Today was the 3rd time. Great food, ambiance and service. Highly recommend. G.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage Lasagna
This is the real deal if you LOVE Italian food. Great food, nice price and in the family for generations!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
The food is incredible, we live right down the road and pickup quite a bit. Walked in at about 750 this evening and were told that they were done dinner service. You guys gotta change the hours posted online. We'll be
Food: 5
Fabulous fun place superb service! Wonderful food and gluten free options see pic of Shrimp dinner. My mother and I eat here everytime we fly into Portland. Just a jewel!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a great experience with my family. We got 3 different dishes, antipasto, and coconut cake. We shared everything and loved them all. The special of the day was amazing. Probably the best Italian place left of the old Portland. Long live Maria’s. I’m grateful you’re here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The shrimp scampi was good but very weak on seasoning, even though it had sliced garlic in it ( I could barely taste the garlic). I had to add quite a bit of salt AND grated cheese for it to have any flavor, and I am not a big salt person. Hubby got the chicken and broccoli Alfredo. Again, it was good but very bland. Service was friendly and conscientious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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We usually love their food, however we went there and and they had a very limited menu & different cooks. Very dissatisfied, our pasta was not cooked.We noticed other patrons were very dissatisfied with the menu..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Great Italian food, large portions. Exceptional service and great desserts too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pistachio Gelato
Portions are big but pasta should separate from my chicken dish,it made the chicken breading soggy
Great little restaurant. Very organized. Pleasant staff and good plentiful food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
The service at the restaurant was very good. However, the waitress brought my husband the wrong beer, but then fixed it. My crab stuffed fish was not very tasty. The crab filling was soggy, and the fish and noodles were extremely bland and underseasoned. The restaurant also allows dogs inside ( non service) and there were two seated right next to us. Also, the restaurant is very loud. If you’re looking for a intimate, romantic evening, this really isn’t the place.