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Seafood

Scales

Portland, Maine

Why stop here: Scales is a $$$ seafood pick in Portland. Order Fried Maine shrimp.

CuisineSeafood
Price$$$
TownPortland

Airy waterfront fish house on Portland Pier from the Fore Street team, serving pristine local seafood with a raw bar.

What to order

Fried Maine shrimp

At Scales, Roamward highlights Fried Maine shrimp because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.

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Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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