Gorham, Maine’s Hottest Restaurants Right Now, According to Diners

Move over, Portland—there’s another town ready to steal the spotlight with its seriously good food scene.

Just minutes from Maine’s largest city, this place has a welcoming vibe, a growing community, and that classic New England downtown charm. Oh, and it happens to be this author’s hometown, too.

Welcome to Gorham, a town whose growth has exceeded all expectations, especially when it comes to its food options.

Gorham, Maine, Continues to be One of Greater Portland's Fastest-Growing Towns

Heck, when I was growing up in the late ’80s and ’90s, Gorham had about three choices. Thankfully, one of those was Gorham House of Pizza, the greatest restaurant known to man. Just ask anyone who grew up in Gorham, and they’ll back me up.

Of course, it’s tough to eat pizza every day, so seeing all the options available now is a pretty great change.

Today, you’ll find a diverse and welcoming dining scene in Gorham, with something to satisfy every palate. It’s a great mix of long-time local staples and exciting new spots just beginning their culinary journeys—even as recently as this past spring.

I thought it would be fun to see what locals and visitors consider Gorham’s best. So I turned to Yelp to check out the latest reviews of the town’s eateries—and I have to say, it did not disappoint. These places truly represent some of the best Gorham has to offer.

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What are the Most Popular Restaurants in Gorham, Maine?

Check out the Top 10 below. But keep in mind, there’s much more to Gorham’s food scene than just these ten. I highly recommend giving any of them a try!