While business at restaurants has largely bounced back since the pandemic-induced lows of 2020, staffing shortages are forcing some local spots to cut hours or menu items.
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Eat & Run: A sophisticated seafood lunch at Browne Trading Co.
The renowned seafood supplier started serving a lunch menu in June, but it still seems to be a little-known secret.
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Posted inFood, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: At Costa Rican-and-Caribbean-inspired Café Louis, hard work pays off (in 4½ stars)
The team at the small restaurant in South Portland’s Knightville neighborhood is at the top of its game.
Posted inFood, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Missteps mar the crackling creativity at Regards
The elements are in place, but the kitchen is not firing on all cylinders.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State
Expect higher costs, more closures as seasonal worker shortage strains Maine restaurants
Overburdened and understaffed restaurant owners consider wage and menu price hikes to stay in business.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Chipotle tries to take unionizing off the menu
The decision to close its Augusta restaurant shows that management is scared of workers exercising their rights.
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Argentinian chef leaves behind Europe’s glitzy restaurants to celebrate his culinary roots
Chef German Lucarelli had cooked international cuisine in more than nine countries. Then he found true fulfillment at The Lost Fire, an asado-style Argentinian steakhouse in Kennebunkport.
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Dine Out Maine: Knotted Apron is a neighborhood restaurant with a lot of potential, some of it unrealized
The restaurant, which opened just weeks before the pandemic hit, is still finding its footing.
Posted inFood, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Four-star Magnus on Water broadens its vision – and diners win
But food and drinks this good come with a price.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Proud dads look to pass their family food businesses to the next generation
On Father’s Day, three Maine dads reflect on the importance of keeping their restaurants all in the family.