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This food critic’s been diving deep into Greater Portland breakfasts for 20 years

Dan Zarin has critiqued nearly 120 morning meals for The Bollard since 2006.

by Cayley Bowman Correspondent April 10, 2026April 10, 2026

The restaurant is the shared vision of business partners with ‘big personalities, blessed with the gift of gab.’

The restaurant’s owners cited financial challenges of owning a small business as the reason for the closure.

Mainers love their pets and food passionately and equally. Now they can love them in the same place.

by Cayley Bowman Correspondent April 3, 2026April 30, 2026

The restaurant evolved from a food truck with a loyal customer base that has continued to support it in its new space.

Restaurateur Dana Street and Portland Chef Thomas Takashi Cooke move on in the competition.

The new mix of eateries includes 2 local brands and 2 national chains.

The company’s 3 stands, in Bangor, Skowhegan and Waterville, are set to open for the season in the coming days.

The Cork & Cow at 47 Main St. will also soon open a bistro on its second floor.

A new generation of restaurant owners wants the town’s best food to be on par with Portland or Boston.