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David's Restaurant, in Monument Square (Portland, Maine), has historically been my "go-to" place for drinks and dinner. I felt comfortable sitting at the bar, knew the people that worked there, and had a good meal most times I went there. I think that might be over now, mostly for reasons that have little to do with food.
Viagnola's Restaurant (10 Dana Street, Portland, ME), is not on my short list. I have made two visits to Viagnola's prior to this weekend; both were disappointing. Fortunately, this time Vignola's improved enough to become a notable contender in the Old Port.
On my last visit to El Rayo Taqueria (Portland, Maine) I was greeted by a host. El Rayo Taqueria began trying to convert to standard table service. I suppose this was somewhat understandable, as the restaurant was busy. Unfortunately, you could tell that their attempts at reversing entropy were futile when a beer-order placed at the counter had a 5 minute wait, and required the delivery by a waitress...
It has been a few weeks since my last visit to Street & Company restaurant in the Old Port; I am glad we went out there tonight. Street & Company, in my opinion, is one of the absolute best restaurants in Portland, Maine; much of it has to do with the quality and consistency of their food & service.