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The Portland Chowderfest

  • Definitive Brewing Company 35 Industrial Way Portland, ME, 04103 (map)

Welcome to the Portland Chowderfest!

Join us Saturday, April 27th as local restaurants face off for the title of Best Chowder in Portland, Maine! It's no secret that we live in one of the best food cities in America, in a region known for its chowder specialties, and now is your opportunity to taste it all in one showcase. Come see what Portland has to offer at the Portland Chowderfest!

Your ticket includes a passport that entitles you to a sample from every single vendor. Try them all! Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled afternoon of sampling different chowders and voting for your favorite. Don't miss out on this tasty event!

The Chowders

Local restaurants choose any chowder - no rules! Get ready to see a creative and eclectic selection that celebrates the amazing culinary scene of Portland, Maine.

The Restaurants

A selection of Portland, Maine's best food trucks and restaurants will be here for Chowderfest!

  • Fat Kid Culinary

  • Bite Into Maine

  • Portland Lobster

  • Clam Bar Portland

  • Iron Clad Eats

  • High Roller Lobster

  • Crave ME

  • Andy’s Old Port Pub

  • Lady Shuckers / Maine Coast Fisherman’s Association

  • Salvatore’s Hoagie Shop

We are open to the general public this day and a ticket is not required to attend. A ticket is only required if you want a passport to try all of the chowders. Your $30 ticket buys you a small portion of chowder from each of the restaurants. Drinks are not included but tons of beer will be available along with wine, cider, and a variety of Non-Alcoholic drinks (including kids drinks!)

This event is all ages.

Earlier Event: April 27
Kittery: LoveBird Pop-Up
Later Event: April 27
Portland: Comedy Show