The Front Room - Cliff Island

The food was fresh, well prepared and delicious. The Mussels surpassed any we have ever had. The noise was very loud. We had to almost yell to speak to each other. However, the food was amazing and we soon didn't care about the noise. If ever back in Portland, we would go back.

Disappointed that they were out of short ribs (a signature item) at 6:30 PM. Prices seemed high for the amount of food given (the carbonara was a small portion). Generous wine pour and excellent service including very nice hostess. Quite loud until it thinned out around 7:30. 

I wish I could eat mushroom toast everyday. It's a “must have”! All the dishes are prepared exquisitely. Jerry is a fine server and very attentive. I will definitely eat here again very soon

Overall a miss for us. We have not been in a few years. The noise level remains high expected . The AC may have not been working ? as we were sweating. The carbonara previously a fan favorite in our family definitely is different than we recall more of a pasta with garlic aioli with overdone pancetta . The pork was good but tough. Food came out quickly and server Nate was very efficient and friendly. Will we go again, maybe! Prefer the other rooms based on our most recent visits.

Portland Maine is known for its excellent dining scene and The Corner Room definitely adds to the legacy with a superb culinary experience. We used to dine here frequently before Covid hit, and since then, we havent really had this fine establishment on our return to list until last evening. Unpretentious and very welcoming by the staff, the service was absolutely spot on in all regards, from being greeted by the host to the last minutes of dessert (a killer creme brulee made by our server! . Our sever didnt miss a beat, even though the first turn was packed. Every meal and side was prepared perfectly, the portions substantial, the seasonings balanced and interesting (and NOT oversalted, like so many places . Even the plates had been heated up, which is always a nice touch. The food and wine prices were right in line, being quite affordable in comparison to so many places these days. And after dinner, we closed out the check and our server said we had the table no push out the door, even though they were near closing. I highly recommend The Corner Room for all the reasons we enjoy dining out. This will now be in our monthly rotation as we socialize with friends and want to be guaranteed a superlative meal. Thanks CR!