Friends & Family

In town from New York for the weekend, so our pizza standards are pretty high—but this cozy little spot absolutely delivered. It has an intimate, inviting vibe that feels more like a neighborhood hangout than a typical restaurant. You seat yourself and order at the bar, which is stocked with an impressive selection of wines, vermouths, local beers, and some thoughtful non-alcoholic options too. We went with the vodka pie (highly recommend adding the ramp ranch if it’s available—it’s a game changer) and shared a kale salad. More than enough for two, and everything hit the spot. We lucked out by walking in on a Sunday evening and grabbing a table with no wait. It’s the kind of place that’s easy to miss if you’re not looking for it, but definitely worth seeking out—especially in a neighborhood packed with great food. A quiet gem with serious pizza chops.

We popped in unexpectedly on Monday night pizza night and were blown away! The quality and taste of both the salad and pizza we ordered were stellar. The service was quick and congenial. They also have a great amount of nonalcoholic beverages for those who choose not to partake. We will certainly be coming back.

The service here was incredible. I loved the style, the music, and the ambiance. The details were not overlooked here: such as the plates and the glassware matches the vibe. I walked in and the environment smelled like delicious herbs and garlic. The food was warm and fresh. I enjoyed the warm olives and the Grandma Slice. The Grandma Slice was a similar style to Slab Pizza, but lighter and it paired very well with a red wine. It satisfied without weighing me down. The prices were fair for Portland. The bathroom was clean and well stocked. This place specializes in wine and offers wine cocktails. It has something for everyone. They also have beer and some non-alcoholic options. It’s open all day, almost all the time.

Mmmmm Monday night pizza night is the best time to go here. We already know that Monday's suck, meeting your friends/family here after work to eat their special pizza is actually fantastic. Pizza always changes each Monday and I will definitely be going here again!

I got two pies delivered tonight; one plain cheese and one sausage. The long and short of it is, this is great pizza. Being a New Yorker for 30 years, I am tough to please in the pizza department. F&F passes muster. Like many Portlanders, I was devastated when Pizza Joint closed. I’ve been looking for a new go to ever since. Everything I’ve tried up till tonight has fallen short in some way. The crust edge is the perfect combination of crunchy and chewy. The bottom of the crust has just the right amount of doneness and structure to make it foldable. The flavors in the cheese and sauce and dough are very reminiscent of Pizza Joint. I wouldn’t be surprised to find out that Friends & Family was started by an ex Pizza Joint employee. It’s high-quality ingredients assembled correctly and cooked properly. If I had anything negative to say, it would only be that I wish I could order a little extra cheese and a little extra sauce on the pie. And maybe double sausage. Maybe that’s all possible in the restaurant, but it wasn’t on DoorDash As it is now, it’s balanced, but on the whole it’s just a touch on the thin side for me. With a heartier pizza, in my experience, a bite of a slice equals roughly a mouthful. When pizza is really good, you want a nice big mouthful, and with a thinner slice, a mouthful means half the slice is gone in one or two bites. Two pies from Pizza Joint would consistently last me three days. I finished 1/2 of each of the F&F pies I ordered tonight and didn’t feel stuffed, meaning two pies will only last me two days. That speaks to thinner pizza overall. Regardless, this is pizza that tastes like more! Get out there, Portland and give these guys some business!

Laid back spot with great pizza and an awesome aperitif selection! Really enjoyed the balance that the chicory salad offered to the pizza!

Delicious focaccia - smelled heavenly when I walked in and I couldn’t resist. Great wine and beer selection. Loved the architectural details of the store and very friendly people. Will definitely be back!

Delicious crisp chicory salad, rustic pizza, and a cheese and meat board that felt like an adventure. The staff was very friendly and made my night :) will be back again for sure!!! Thank you :)

We have been living in Portland for four years and this is probably the place we go to the most. It's not a huge menu but what is on there is fantastic! This is the only place that has made a radicchio salad that I not only eat but really enjoy (bitter greens are not to my taste). The pork rillettes is just the most delicious spread! The menu does often change but it's always been good. I think they might be the best pizza in town too. Great crust, excellent ingredients, great toppings. The focaccia style grandma slice is also killer. And! It's a great wine bar with incredibly knowledgeable staff.

My husband and I were out on a rare excursion to a comedy show downtown, and found parking quite easily, so decided to have a quick drink and a small snack while we waited. Our time was limited, but not impossibly rushed. Like some Portland nightlife version of the three bears, my husband and I found the first restaurant too snooty (and, frankly, kind of grimy-looking) and the second one too loud and busy. Our third try was just right, with quick and friendly service, a yummy kale salad (don't knock it until you've tried it), and two not-overly-sweet hard ciders. The location was perfect, prices were reasonable, and the restroom was spotless. If I had had more time, I definitely would have tried the delicious-looking pizza! Thanks for saving our evening!

Stopped by for pizza Monday while visiting a friend in Portland. Cute interior with wine for purchase by the bottle. I had a local beer and we ordered the specialty pizza... fancy cheese, broccolini, hot honey... it was amazing. The rest of the menu was very limited, but I'd trust the specialty pizza again after this one! Staff was very friendly and food came out very fast. It's a casual vibe. I'd go back next time I visit!

We've been to Friends and Family a few times over the last year or so. This is a smaller sized, cozy lit, laid- back spot with seating for maybe 15-20 people. They have small plates and pizza by the slice (when I've been in they usually have 3 types of pizza to chose from) with a rotating higher selection of wine and a few craft beers by the bottle/can. They also have a rack of wine to take any home with you if you're in need. I would recommend going here if you have less time before a show or event as you can get a drink and a bite or two served quickly after ordering and paying at the counter. Seating is first come first served. Their small plates are definitely small, but usually good- we had a fresh radish plate with herb ramp butter (SO good) and ordered bread as well as an olive plate, etc and all was delicious. The second time we had other plates that were just OK. The pizza-I've had twice and I would pass on getting it again, it's all right for a quick fix-crispy, not super flavorful tomato sauce or anything that stood out to me, overpriced for the size which is essentially one slice of pizza for $12 or more. All in all we'll be back for a drink or two and an app, but not a place we would go if really hungry.

The best pizza in Portland! We love this little spot... great food and wine, a warm and inviting space, and, in warmer weather, a lovely outdoor patio on Congress Square Park,

If you're needing a good bottle of wine to-go in this area of town (or a specific pantry item), this is probably your best bet. If you only have a very small amount of time and want a quick glass of wine before going to a show or meeting friends somewhere else, F&F is also a good bet because you order the wine at the counter, cafe-style, so as soon as you're finished, you're free to go, no waiting on table service. Those are the only reasons I would see myself going back here. As mentioned, even if sitting at a table, you go repeatedly to the counter to order your $15/glass of wine or food like you're at a brewery. We were not here on the one day of the week they serve pizza, so the food menu was primarily spreads and cold sandwiches & concoctions. There was a cold pizza on the counter that I assume they would reheat for you, but I'd probably rather grab a slab and a bottle at Micucci's and do that at home. Lorne in Biddeford pulls this model off because it's almost all bar, no tables, and for the few tables they have, they will go talk to the customers when they sit down. We had similar, welcoming experiences at the same kind of shop-bars in Austin and Charleston. Here it just felt bizarre and awkward, and for whatever its worth, it was not busy. We left after one glass and sat at the bar at Leeward, paid about the same prices, and had some nice conversations with the staff in a more date-night atmosphere. To each their own.

I live in Portland and love this sweet place. AND I am gluten free (not celiac). the kale salad and beans (side on the menu) combo is my go to. cheese and meats? it's all so good. the best wine by the glass selection in town.

Lovely little market and wine bar. We walked by Friend & Family last fall on an Art Walk and it was packed so we didn't go in. But we made a mental note to try it at a later date and glad we did. We popped in on a rainy afternoon, grabbed a seat, and perused the menu. We settled on two mocktails and a small cheese plate. I also got a glass of rosé afterward and our host was super helpful and knowledgeable about the wine. The cheese plate (2 varieties) was pretty generous for the price and came with nice accoutrements including warm, crusty house made bread. If this plate was served in NYC each cheese would have been half the size and the price would have been double, ha. There is a small, nicely curated section of wine for retail sale as well as a section of specialty products. If it wasn't pouring we might have picked up a bottle and some goodies but it was too gross to carry stuff around since we still had errands to run. We'll definitely be back!

I've been eagerly awaiting the chance to come visit Friends & Family -- and today was finally the day! When you walk in, you'll see a small market wall with a bunch of wines and various condiments/pantry items, along with a few tables and a bar towards the back. The menu is ideal for snacking - or selecting a few items as a meal! My husband and I ordered the large meat & cheese board which came with fresh baguette as well as 2 meats and 3 cheese and various mustard and jam accoutrements. Everything was absolutely delicious! We also got the daily focaccia which was similar to a Sicilian slab pizza- this thing was TASTY. It looked fairly generic but the flavor was incredible - you can tell that each one of the few ingredients in it are super fresh and high-quality. We also ordered a ham sandwich to go, which was also fantastic. It came on a ciabatta bun with lots of prosciutto, fig jam, and a Brie-like cheese (not 100% positive what cheese it is). The wine menu had some great options as well. I went with a glass of the orange wine, which our server offered me to try first, since it's a bit different than many orange wines. I appreciated this a lot- and really enjoyed the wine! My husband had an Oxbow Luppolo which is one of his favorite pilsners. We also grabbed a hot sauce and tahini from the market wall which I'm excited to dig into :) The vibe is very chill and service was extremely friendly. We will absolutely be back!!

Great wine shop specializing in unusual and varied wines. It's a great spot to grab a light snack and a couple glasses (or a bottle). The employees are very friendly and their pizza is delicious!

I was in Portland with friends looking for a place to eat lunch. We thought the Friends and Family restaurant looked promising and ordered a salad and two of the Charred Cauliflower bowls. For $13 you would expect to get more than 3 pieces of cauliflower in a small amount of sauce. Honestly, it was ridiculous. We also waited a good 20 min. for the food though it definitely wasn't busy at all. I never write reviews but decided that I would want someone to read this if they are thinking of going to this place because they will certainly leave hungry.