Hot Suppa

Southern restaurant (US) · Portland

Hot Suppa

Southern restaurant (US) · Portland

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703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102

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Hot Suppa serves hearty Southern comfort food with a Maine twist, in a cozy, art-filled Victorian spot perfect for any time brunch cravings.  

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703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102 Get directions

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Hot Suppa Review - Parkside - Portland, ME - The Infatuation

"A Southern kitchen and bar, Hot Suppa is always there when you need it—whether you had a late night of brewery hopping in Bayside or have a big day of walking around the Old Port ahead of you. Just make sure to follow their number one rule found in the entryway: Be nice or leave! Fill up on corned beef hash and buttermilk waffles for breakfast, or the fried green tomato BLT at lunch. We also love the long list of vegan and gluten-free sides, all of which can be enjoyed under their covered and heated patio for chilly Maine mornings." - Alana Dao

https://www.theinfatuation.com/portland-me/reviews/hot-suppa
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The 23 Best Restaurants In Portland, Maine 2024 - Portland, ME - The Infatuation

"A Southern kitchen and bar, Hot Suppa is always there when you need it—whether you had a late night of brewery hopping in Bayside or have a big day of walking around the Old Port ahead of you. Just make sure to follow their number one rule found in the entryway: Be nice or leave! Fill up on French-style rolled omelets, corned beef hash, and buttermilk waffles for breakfast, or the fried green tomato BLT at lunch. Or do your own thing as the restaurant has a long list of vegan and gluten-free sides, all of which can be enjoyed under their covered and heated patio for chilly Maine mornings." - Alana Dao 2, Team Infatuation

https://www.theinfatuation.com/portland-me/guides/portland-maine-restaurants
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10 Best Places for Brunch in Portland, Maine | Condé Nast Traveler

"Hot Suppa, a fun, loud enclave of Southern feasting in an 1860 Victorian in the city’s West End, nails food with gusto. This isn’t about subtle flavors or constructed dishes put together with tweezers. It’s made-from-scratch, high-flavor specialties that ricochet between super spicy and creamy and indulgent. Dishes dovetail Southern traditions with Maine seafood, from the charbroiled oysters (with Creole garlic butter, parmesan, and French bread) to the shrimp and grits (with salty country ham and oozing melted cheddar)." - Alexandra Hall

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When There's Nothing in the Fridge, We Go to Hot Suppa in Portland | Bon Appétit

"Hot Suppa is a New Orleans–style eatery known locally for its excellent food, homey atmosphere, $1 happy hour oysters, and strong cocktails—our favorite of these being the After Glow, an exciting elixir of tequila, passion fruit juice, and hot chili peppers. There’s a tray of hot sauces and condiments on every table, including a bottle of pickled hot peppers. True to its name, it’s not pretentious: It’s housed in a storefront with plate-glass windows with an unimpeded view of the 7-Eleven across the street, plain wooden booths and tables, old exposed brick, walls hung with local art, and high ceilings with a large fan. Hot Suppa is where we go when we get back from a long trip. It also happens to be two short blocks from our house. It’s where we go when we feel blue, raw, in need of cheer, but it’s also a place to toast a minor victory or meet good friends for a drink and a bite. Hot Suppa isn't a special-occasion place—it’s a regular place, the place we come back to. Local, familiar, and low-key, it feels like an extension of home. A little dazed from the disorientation of jetlag and reentry, we hunkered down in a booth and ordered from the friendly waitress: corned beef hash with cornbread and Maine maple sweet tea for me, eggs Benedict and coffee for Brendan. It was a cold, still-wintry early March morning, but it was warm and cozy in here, the windows steamy, the room full of a soft hubbub of voices and music. “God, it’s good to be home,” I said, chowing down. My corned beef hash was superb, not too salty, crisp, pressed on a griddle, two over-easy egg yolks seeping into it. The food there is reliably good, whether it’s catfish tacos or shrimp and grits or pulled-pork mac and cheese or Creole meatloaf. I love the Louisiana-Maine connection, which makes instinctive sense to me despite the geographical distance between them: lobsters and crawfish, Acadian and Cajun. The word suppa works in both Downeast and Louisiana accents, and spicy Southern food warms the chilled New England soul. Full and happy, we paid our bill and headed back to our house. It was time to unpack, buy groceries, sort through our Everest of unopened accumulated mail. And we were ready, we had the mojo to face it all, because Hot Suppa had welcomed us home." - ByKate Christensen

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Carla Knudson

Google
Needed a brunch stop while on vacation and hit up Hot Suppa. I loved it. The eggs Benedict was delicious, and the hashbrowns were nice and crispy. They give you a carafe of water for the table, which I appreciate because running out of water while I'm eating is a pet peeve. They have lots of drink options as well. It's small, so I imagine it gets packed on the weekend - we went on a Tuesday and got seated immediately.

Sabrina Reming

Google
We really enjoyed our breakfast at Hot Suppa this morning. Although there were many compelling options on the menu, both my husband and I were drawn to the corned beef hash. It was delicious, with tons of meat griddled to create those lovely crispy bites. I had mine with some perfect grits and my husband loved his hash browns. Our server was so nice and very attentive. We will be back to try some of the other tempting menu items during our next visit to Portland.

Aurora Nowak

Google
I went in for a table for 1 and the waitress/hostess was nice enough to give me my own window corner seat. And even though I was away from the crowd, the waitress made it a point to come check in on me often enough. The drinks are amazing! The food is good; it's not anything I'd write home about. I ordered the special that came with sweet potatoes & Brussels, which I wish there were more of on my plate. But otherwise food was good. Everyone there was nice. Probs best to go around 9. It starts to pick up afterwards.

XY Yuan

Google
Simply delicious. The baby kale here is so delicately seasoned compared to the too many salty side salads I’ve had before. My friend’s green tomatoes Benedict egg was my favorite. Would definitely come back here.

Emily

Google
I'm from the South and these chicken and waffles were just as good as back home. Really fantastic. Family enjoyed both the mushroom scramble and the scrambalaya.

Rose O

Google
The food was amazing!! Absolutely worth waiting for over thirty minutes. The French toast was incredible, and the eggs Benedict was scrumptious. Do not get the chai latte though, it's the weakest chai latte I've ever tasted, basically flavored milk. Definitely not worth six dollars. Our server had us waiting ten minutes for a box. She never checked on us either. My husband wanted a refill and wasn't able to get one. She was polite and friendly, just quite busy. Overall, a positive experience with the food. :)

David Basler

Google
Amazing breakfast! One of my new favorite spots for breakfast when I visit Portland. A local introduced me to it so you know it’s good! The fried green tomato Benedict was spectacular!

Andrew M

Google
The restaurant and the staff make up for any negative aspects of Portland. Insanely fresh and delicious food and drinks. And the staff are just genuinely lovely people. My wife and I saw a concert at thompkins point and stayed the night and were lucky enough to be recommended this spot. Top 5 meal of all time. Worth the trip and any wait for a table. Do yourself a favor and go out of your way to eat here. Fantastic spot with fantastic food and wonderful people.
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Tanya S.

Yelp
Wow! Talk about amazing food and service! This place is an absolute GEM!!! How cute it is in here! I had to stop eating to post this review. Definitely stop by if you have never been here! I absolutely loved their Shrimp and Grits! The best I've ever had! It's an intimate environment and very cute. This menu is bursting with flavorful dishes and great drinks. Everyone was so friendly and welcomed us so nicely! If you haven't been here, please do yourself a favor and stop on in and see Lindsey at the bar! She is a sweetheart and makes a banging Espresso Martini!!! All of the staff was very welcoming and friendly!
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Robert H.

Yelp
We had Sunday brunch, after a 45-minute wait that was well worth it. The vibe was a bit of the big easy with loud, fun music and NO-art and design touches. The service was very warm as well. The food is Southern - they specialize in breakfast food like eggs Benedict, biscuits and gravy, and chicken and waffles. They also have fun specials - breakfast nachos with poached eggs, for one. A winter scramble with seasonal vegetables. I tried one of the Cajun Bloody Mary's - virgin - which came with heat and great accompaniments - and the Mother Clucker - fried chicken and gravy over biscuits. It all tasted great. Hot Suppa does not take reservations so it means if you want to go, prepare to wait. Plenty were throughout the morning.
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Austin P.

Yelp
This place was recommended in "36 Hours in Portland," so we decided to go. We were a group of four, so they seated us in a booth. Nice, except one person in our group has a back condition and the chairs were so uncomfortable that they and their spouse had to leave immediately after sitting down. My spouse and I stayed, and I got the corned beef hash with poached eggs. It was good. I thought the coffee was mediocre, but I might just be picky about coffee. (Tandem Coffee is across the street, so get your coffee from there before or after your meal here.) This seemed like a nice, homestyle diner. If you're a party of 2-3, you'll likely get seated at a standard table with chairs. But if you're a larger group, be prepared to sit in a booth that is very uncomfortable.
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Lindsey P.

Yelp
This is one of the best brunch spots in Portland. We visited on a rainy morning, and it had a perfect cozy atmosphere. I tried the chicken and waffles, and it was absolutely delicious. The service was great, and even though it was busy when we arrived, we were seated much sooner than expected. I would definitely return.
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Anna S.

Yelp
Ive had plenty of friends recommend me this place to get the best eggs benedict. We can on a Friday morning and was able to get seated quickly. Our server, Simone, was fantastic. She was very attentive and checked in on us plenty of time. I can say that their eggs Benedict is actually very good. I highly recommend this place and to get an eggs benny.
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Ali B.

Yelp
Right upon walking in, we were greeted by one of the best hostesses I've ever seen. She was so friendly and be RT on top of the wait, and keeping people updated on status, etc. This place is popular so expect a wait for weekend brunch. We arrived around 9:30 and had a 30 min wait. It was worth it. I ordered a lavender latte that was incredibly tasty. For food, I got the mushroom scramble, hashbrowns, and toast. The scramble was so unique and delicious. It had a slight underlying sweetness to it but in a good way! My husband got the scrambalia which he really enjoyed as well! Between the great service and great food, I would strongly recommend this place!
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Jason M.

Yelp
I've had Hot Suppa on my radar since I first saw it making the rounds on social media as a popular spot in Portland for breakfast. I'm a fan of sitting for breakfast when I'm traveling, so I thought it would be perfect to check this place out one morning during my recent trip to Maine, so off we went. Hot Suppa is located on Congress Street in Portland's West End. It's housed in a Victorian-style house and specializes in Southern cuisine. Since I heard this was a popular spot and did not take reservations, we planned to be there at 8am opening; there were a few people ahead of us waiting but we were seated right away. The restaurant itself is smaller than I had expected - the dining room is to the side once you enter and maybe has 10 or so tables; there is also a small bar with stool seating and a patio for outdoor dining. The decor was somewhat eclectic - being in a Victorian home there were high ceilings, but there was also some tasteful decor and exposed brick which added to the casual feel of the space. The menu consists of breakfast and lunch items - note the restaurant is open from 8am to 2pm but you can get breakfast or lunch items whenever. Since we were there at 8am I opted for breakfast - the waffle plate looked good so I went with that (I'm a sucker for waffles). In addition to the aforementioned carb, the dish came with either bacon, Canadian bacon, or sausage (I chose bacon) and eggs any style (I chose sunny-side up). I thought the dish was solid - the waffle was thin-pressed which gave it that old-school feel, and the complements were perfectly portioned and really completed my meal. Service was good - everyone we interacted with was really friendly, and overall I enjoyed my experience at Hot Suppa. I could tell the food was high-quality, and this seems to be a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. What I got was relatively simple (though done really well), so I would definitely want to return to explore more of their menu.
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Carol A.

Yelp
Still one of my favorite breakfast spots in Portland! The Eggs Benedict with the Fried Green Tomatoes is my favorite. You can't go wrong with the hash browns or grits. I finally decided to get a Bloody Mary and it was fabulous. The service is always spot on!
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Lisa I.

Yelp
This is such a cute breakfast spot in Portland. There was a 30-45 minute and not much room in the waiting area to sit. This place is rather small but it was well worth the wait after having breakfast. The server was attentive and so sweet. I tried the maple iced tea and wasn't a fan- it didn't remind me of "southern tea". So, I opted for water instead. The shrimp and grits was outstanding. For those who don't eat pork, like me be mindful there's no substituting or removing the pork when ordering. You have to pick it out. But, the remaining dish was delicious.
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Jocelyn B.

Yelp
Amazing breakfast! Don't miss out on this breakfast if you are in Portland! And the service is incredible! Such nice people. What a beautiful little place!
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Abby B.

Yelp
We stumbled upon hot Suppa, and boy, was I happy!!! The food was to die for! I ordered the mother clucker (pictured) and my friend got the shrimp and grits. Both were fantastic! Cool vibes and great waitstaff. You will have to wait for quite a long time on the weekend, but it was worth it.
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Jane G.

Yelp
Hot Suppa is a great spot for breakfast or brunch with a Southern twist. I ordered the Local Mushroom Scramble, which was a 10/10 choice. I'm very particular in the way I like my eggs cooked (verging on dangerously undercooked territory), because I've been burned one too many times by overcooked scrambles at diners. These eggs were perfectly gooey, filled with a variety of mushrooms (oyster, trumpet, chestnut, and hedgehog), with a little bit of sesame and miso for an extra kick. YUM. I got cheesy grits as a side, which were also delicious, as well as an iced chai with a pump of vanilla (perfectly sweet and creamy)! I thoroughly enjoyed my side of crispy and greasy Canadian bacon as well. The portions were just right--not overwhelming, and not tapas-style small, either. They have an array of (seasonal?) specials, too. If you're vegetarian or gluten free, there should be some options available to you. Vegans, on the other hand, will most likely want to head somewhere else. Service was incredibly quick and friendly. The space itself is small yet quaint, and there is no outdoor seating or reservations, so get here early and expect a wait. We didn't have to wait on a Tuesday morning, but the place was still pretty jam packed. Worth the wait, in my opinion, but don't expect to be seated immediately or show up with a large party. Can't wait to go back!!
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Maddison H.

Yelp
We went here for brunch while me & my husband were in town to visit some family- it was a fun spot! It's a bit smaller inside than I'd expected so there's usually a little wait due to limited seating, but it wasn't too bad when we went and the staff was really helpful and responsive. I got a scramble (I wish I could remember the name- I can't sorry) it was really good! It was every cheesy- a little too cheesy I'd say aha but other than that really good. I got a side of grits w/ the cheese on the side, I think that's the way to go haha they liked the cheese on my dads. Good toast- *very* buttered I'd probably ask for lite butter or on the side next time! My husband got the Chicken & Biscuit in gravy- SO good! His was the best by far even though they were all solid meals. The biscuit 10/10, chicken- 10/10 (they brine it in sweet tea the waitress said and the flavor was oh my gosh so good & perfectly fried, not too bready) *only* complaint on this dish- also a bit too much cheese there were cheese curds all throughout the dish by the end my husband had picked some one and put them to the side cuz it was just a bit too much for him. So unless you're a true cheese addict at heart, maybe ask for lite cheese when you're ordering Dad got the Benedict and he said it was solid! Definitely the smallest of the 3 meals- also went w/ the side of grits & toast.
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Morgan H.

Yelp
Me and my boyfriend stopped here at noon on a Saturday and had about a 45 minute wait before we were seated. we stopped at a nearby café and had a morning coffee to wait it out. The service was extremely friendly, however, the wait for the food was very long. At one point, me and my date looked around and saw only a single table eating. I ordered the Mother Clucker, but since I'm a sucker for a corned beef hash, ordered it as a side. The Chicken wasn't as heavy as I expected it to be, which was nice, because I hate feeling stuffed after a meal. Lots of gravy, and my hash brown was crispy. The corned beef hash stole my heart and if I ever visit again, would definitely order this as a meal. As a side, the price was pretty steep ($16), but it was delicious. Overall, really good place to try, with something for everyone!
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Madeleine B.

Yelp
Tasty southern theme brunch spot, second time here and enjoyed both visits. Vibe: Small and cozy, they have a patio in the back Service: Very good Food: I got the French toast which was solid, good flavor and texture, just right portion. I got the fried green tomato side after trying this dish for the first time recently, and Hot Suppa's didn't quite stack up, but they were still good. I got a mocha cappuccino which was good. Value: About $100 for 3 people Accessibility: There is some free 1 hour and 2 hour parking in the surrounding streets but it's a busy area. Overall we enjoyed eating here and would come back again.
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Kiaya S.

Yelp
Fast service! Gorgeous space, delicious food, amazing waiters!!! Such incredible vibes in this little spot! We came on a Saturday AM and had to wait only about 15 minutes and it was worth it! I got the waffle plate and the fried green tomatoes nick got the pulled pork, our plates were empty when we left!
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CT F.

Yelp
RUN to this place for the best breakfast you'll ever have. Awesome friendly service, delicious creative menu, adorable cozy vibe. I had the mushroom scramble and the touch of miso with sesame was a religious experience. Amazing place
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Caleb M.

Yelp
Clearly based off the amount of reviews and the high average rating this place must do something right! Also from how often this place is mentioned when the conversation of brunch or breakfast in Portland is mentioned. With tourist season finally over and the having a weekday off me and my fiancée decided it was time to check out this highly regarded spot. There were no tables open but the small bar had no one at it so we snagged two of the seats. I could describe the overall feeling of the place as crammed and small in size. I think in the future I would wait for a table to open up instead. We both tried their special apple cider mimosa which was decent but likely would pass on next time. Food wise was tough to pick as quite a few options sounded tempting but I could not pass up on their special thanksgiving Benedict and it was very tasty! My fiancée got their popular fried green tomato Benedict due to craving it since our last trip down South. Similarly I was pleased to see they had grits and I had a similar reason for craving those. Unfortunately the grits just were not quite as good as I have had elsewhere. The staff were friendly and service was good but nothing over the top or memorable. Maybe expectations were too high but I would not find this place worth any significant amount of wait to be seated when I believe there are superior breakfast/brunch spots around. I will let the tourists have this place and I will at most return for the Thanksgiving Benedict because that was by far the best part!
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Jackie S.

Yelp
After getting rave reviews from family members, my partner and I went here for lunch on a day trip to Portland. We were seated in their tented "outdoor" seating in the back that thankfully was heated and protected us from the rain. We were promptly served by the friendly and attentive waitstaff despite it being a very busy Saturday morning, and after reviewing their (mouthwatering) menu got the scrambalaya, fried green tomato BLT and their chowder. All items were great, filling and warming while being balanced and well seasoned, with the surprise standout being the chowder-- SO good. The scrambalaya was great with some hot sauce and paired with their crispy potatoes. The BLT was also really good, great bread and a really yummy sauce. Definitely will come back next time I take a trip to Portland to try more.
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Todd P.

Yelp
Highly recommended from a local we arrived for brunch to an hours wait. It was well worth the wait. The place is small with character. Service was amazing. Food choices made it difficult to decide. I had a daily special. TN Hot Chicken Benedict. It was busting with flavor and came w a side of either hash browns or cheese grits. The cheese grits were amazing. Check this place out!
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Tiff W.

Yelp
Back for another visit, and surprise: still delicious! This time we went on a Friday morning. The wait was less than 10 minutes for a table, although it took a bit longer to get our food once we were seated. Servers were kind and while our table was fairly close to the next table, it didn't feel uncomfortably close like at some other small restaurants. I recommend the shrimp and grits (if you're into that), but next time I think I could even go for just the grits with cheese and be super happy with that. They had blueberry French toast on special and that was divine! No notes from our end!
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Em B.

Yelp
staying in Portland for the weekend and my friends first trip, we had to stop at Hot Suppa! i don't typically wait anywhere, but we waited 45 min for a table because they don't accept reservations but it was worth the wait (been here a few times before so i anticipated it). Amber was the best server during our entire trip, which is saying a lot because everyone has been absolutely wonderful. I had the rumchata chai latte which is so good! my friend tried their lavender twist, which was okay, no *oomph* he says, but the fried green tomato eggs benedict was phenomenal. great presentation and portion, crunchy fried tomato and soft eggs with crispy hash browns, one of the best breakfasts i've ever tasted. i had the grilled cheese with tomato soup; the soup is the creamiest, yummiest you could even imagine, while the grilled cheese is made up of thick, sourdough bread filled with muenster and cheddar cheeses, perfect for a rainy day. lavender twist 4/5 rumchata 5/5 grilled cheese + tomato soup 5/5 fried green tomato eggs benedict 5/5 welcoming, cozy environment and funky, local art decor. worth the wait. "be kind or leave." no wonder this is one of the top 10 breakfasts spots in new england. i'll return to hot suppa every time i visit portland. ambiance: 5/5 food: 5/5 drinks: 4.5/5 service: 5/5 Hot Suppa: 5/5

Michael L.

Yelp
Have not been here since Covid. It's noisy but I expected that. Ample parking out back. I was seated at the bar after 15 minutes but then, without asking, the maitre'd graciously moved me to a small table, saving my old tired back. The breakfast was celestial: black trumpet mushroom Benedict with wilted baby kale and a side of fried green tomatoes. This was gourmet stuff and I left an extra tip for the kitchen.
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J S.

Yelp
Visited this establishment for breakfast while in Portland Maine. I had the Eggs Benedict. The food was excellent. The eggs were cooked to perfection as was the Canadian bacon. Great atmosphere, hostess was friendly Can't say anything negative about this restaurant. .
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Charles And Leyla A.

Yelp
While visiting the East Coast, my wife and I stopped in for breakfast...Before you go, leave time to find parking as that was the most challenging of all. The food was good, especially the buttermilk waffle with Maine maple syrup. Out waitress was outstanding...Sadly, I forgot her name was it was not found on the receipt. She strongly recommended that we travel to see Bar Harbor and so we did. It was beautiful there though we should have left earlier in the day as the more than three hour drive up and three back was exhausting...However, we did find a great place to eat lobster in the woods off the road called Bar Harbor Lobster Pound. That made the whole trip worthwhile...Thank you to our waitress! Charles and Leyla Acosta Lakewood, California

Bryan S.

Yelp
One of my favorite breakfast places been multiple times delicious food highly recommend you trying it
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Rebecca D.

Yelp
One of my favorite places I tried when I visited Portland! My friend and I arrived at noon on a holiday Monday and put our names on the list. We got seated about an hour later so bear in mind that it does get busy. There's not a ton of seating but what there is is very cozy. Lots of vibrant paintings on the wall to admire. Despite being crowded the noise wasn't overwhelming. Service was friendly and quick. Food was delicious! I ordered "the Hollis" - 2 eggs, grits or hash browns, and buttered toast. I got my eggs scrambled and they were fluffy and light. The grits were buttery warm goodness. Toast was yummy too. My friend got the mushroom scramble, which I tried and can confirm was outstanding. Definitely will be back the next time I'm in Portland!
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Shelby H.

Yelp
Cute, little spot to get some breakfast. We walked in and got seated immediately, but it is a small space, so that may not always be the case. There is local art on the walls, adding an eclectic touch. The menu has seasonal offerings to a variety of dishes, including Peach and Rhubarb French Toast (served with Maine maple syrup), which was delicious, and a seasonal egg scramble. The French toast was thick with peach and rhubarb throughout. The Fried Green Tomato BLT was incredible. Pimento spread on sourdough with pickled red onions and a thick fried green tomato... So good. Even the scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly - low and slow just the way I like them. Service was friendly and great. I highly recommend this spot for breakfast and their Fried Green Tomato 'BLT'.

Linda A.

Yelp
The best breakfast I ever had! The grits are amazing and the eggs Benedict with the fried green tomato is out of this world!
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Priscilla M.

Yelp
Hot suppa is a classic Portland brunch spot with an emphasis on southern cuisine. Came mid day on a Tuesday with a friend and were able to be seated immediately at the bar or wait ~20 min for a table. Our server was super upbeat and attentive. I got the Biscuits and Sausage Gravy with eggs and hashbrown. Do not miss out on this! The biscuits were ridiculously fluffy and a generous portion of sausage gravy coated each bite. My friend swore by the Chicken Sandwich (a unique combo of Fried Chicken, jalapeno slaw, sriracha mayo on ciabatta) which was fire (not actually spicy tho ;)) For drinks, I got a hot Chai Latte which came in a pretty tall glass and was sweetened just enough.
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Cole M.

Yelp
This place isn't worth the wait. We waited about 45 minutes and were sitting in the back patio which was great because it was enclosed and heated and gave us more space than the inside seating. The food took awhile to come out and was decent but nothing wow worthy. It was sloppy which is a style some people like but was not a fan. We ordered the mushroom omelette and fried chicken with hash browns. They did have gluten free cornbread!

Clayton Y.

Yelp
Hostess was great squeezed me in to the counter. Very long line. I had the wild mushroom with scrambled egg with miso, sesame nicely presented. I love all those flavors separately but just couldn't do it blended together. Maybe it was just me. So I'm not gonna be down on it. I ate the sour dough toast and grits other peoples dishes looked great. I saw the scrambled eggs on other peoples dishes. N my mouth watered. The hash browns looked great too. I will be back to try their other dishes. Place is cute n rustic My server was adorable
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Sofia M.

Yelp
Delicious! I had the seasonal scramble, chock full of smooth scrambled eggs, roasted eggplant, tomatoes and sweet corn. Excellent dish with equally excellent service. The waiters were so friendly--exactly the kind of people you want to see first thing in the morning. It's a busy. And crowded neighborhood spot, but once you grab a table, it feels like home!
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Jay J.

Yelp
Highly recommend. One of the best breakfast spots in Portland. Benedict's are great, specials board usually has something good worth trying, staff is friendly and efficient and have always had a good experience. Usually a wait to get in but, other than high tourist season, tables turn over pretty quickly. If available, the few seats at the bar work just fine.
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Jocelyn M.

Yelp
There is a bit of a wait and the place is a bit small, but the food is definitely worth it. We were served daily quickly. My husband had the eggs benedict with fried green tomatoes and cheesy grits and I had the corned beef hash with hashbrowns and scrambled eggs. Both were delicious!
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Shaji K.

Yelp
Didn't have a reservation for a group of four on a Saturday afternoon, so had to wait about 12 minutes for a spot to open up. Small interior (hence the wait), yet a buzzing atmosphere for late brunch. Appetizing selection of comfort food throughout the menu. Ordered the Mother Clucker ($21) - a fried chicken thigh smothered in thick gravy alongside a buttered biscuit and hashbrowns. The chicken is very very thin, with lots of breathing on top. Was hoping for a little more meat to counter the gravy and bread. Luckily the biscuit is there to sop the heavy gravy, which went well together. Hash was only okay, needing hot sauce to add more flavor. Service isn't bad considering the crowd. Would opt for something else on a second stopover.
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Jill I.

Yelp
Iamb it sure why it took me so long to get here . I have been driving by for years, I should have gotten here sooner. I will go back . The place is small but very nice , great wait staff you peek in the kitchen be aww them working. We had the fried green tomatoes and a kale salad both were so good, tomatoes were nice no crispy on the outside. We also tried a veggie burger and mushroom scramble. The veggie burger was very flavorful and also came with the kale salad . The mushroom scramble was great full of flavor and the toast was wonderful a nice dense bread. Planning on returning for the chicken and waffle and. Side of grits .
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Kim W.

Yelp
In town visiting and wanted to try the perfect breakfast brunch spot. We ordered the Scrambalaya and one of the Seasonal Scrambles with veggies. Both were really good and fresh. Good portion size. There are no modification made to the meals so keep that in mind. Good service and good food!
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Craig Y.

Yelp
Great restaurant. I've been many times and will return many many more. This particular visit was for brunch. Had Eggs Benedict. They were great. Service is always great. The restaurants is also great for lunch and dinner. Lots of interesting food and drinks. If you haven't been, go check it out, and you two will go again and again.
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Jill M.

Yelp
The food was 1000000 out of 10. Will definitely be back here! The host was kind of nasty to us. Had a chip on her shoulder. Our waitress was the absolute sweetest though.
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Ashley F.

Yelp
Had the absolute BEST experience at Hot Suppa today! Was recommended from a local to try this spot. From walking in, to the INSANELY delish meals we can honestly say this will now be a staple on our east coast road trips. Unfortunately I didn't get our servers name but she was a super sweet younger blonde. I had her choose from two meals and surprise me and I was SO HAPPY I did, the mother clucker didn't disappoint. My fiance got the scrambalaya, he didn't leave a drop behind! Can't wait to stumble back in soon! Thanks for the epic experience.
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Stephanie P.

Yelp
The food was good and staff was great! Make sure you get here early! A little overpriced but overall everything was great.
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Danielle V.

Yelp
Everyone seems to love this place and I really enjoyed it but I still think it was just average. We ended up coming on a Sunday at 11:30 and you have to put your name on the list. They don't take reservations and they don't text you when your reservation is ready. It was an hour wait, so we went and got a drink but rushed back to make sure we were outside when they called our name cause if you are not they will skip you. The inside is cute, with only a few tables. The service was really great! I got the scrambalaya which was interesting cause the eggs had rice in it. The meal was good but I wouldn't crave it. I also got a mimosa and it came with ice in it, which was different. Overall it was a good experience, but I wouldn't come back over all the other brunch spots!
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Gaz H.

Yelp
Awesome foods and pleasant service. Fried green tomatoes and pulled pork were the standouts. No reservations (everything in Portland--to include breakfast--appears to require a reservation) but they run an efficient wait list. They provide some places to sit outside. Cafe latte was on the weak side.
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Gabby H.

Yelp
Hot Suppa came recommended by our Airbnb host and I can assure you it did NOT disappoint. My husband and I were sat right away at the bar and had such a pleasant experience with every staff member we encountered, as well as some of the BEST breakfast food we'd had in Portland thus far. 10/10 I would absolutely eat here again (and everyday, honestly) if I had the opportunity.
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Rachel H.

Yelp
An excellent brunch stop in Portland, Maine, Hot Suppa specializes in Southern food ---things like fried green tomatoes, homemade cornbread and shrimp and grits. We had a solid brunch and service experience. We tried eggs bennie, and a mushroom scramble (local mushrooms, in season) with miso butter alongside grits and toast. A creative combination that made for a savory, umami flavor on our eggs. Very low key, family-friendly and the food came quickly and with attentive service. Local art adorns exposed brick walls (the art itself was a little neon focused for us, if I'm honest, but we completely appreciate that they support local artists.). Good coffee and expresso drinks available, including iced and with alternative milks. Street parking requires quarters, which Hot Suppa employees are happy to supply (to make change for you) if you need it. Indoor dining only. A very good neighborhood option if you want a substantial, stick-to-your-ribs brunch in Portland, Maine.
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Jason S.

Yelp
Excellent food and service in an authentic neighborhood setting. Loved every aspect of this restaurant.
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Anita W.

Yelp
Great lil spot, very cool atmosphere, friendly staff and DE-LISH FOOD!! The Fried Green Tomatoes Eggs Benedict is EVERYTHING others have raved it is... AH-MAY-ZING!! The Grits w/Cheddar Cheese is so savory, warm & comforting - DELICIOUS!! The spicy Bloody Mary was good too! Overall great meal!
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Efrem P.

Yelp
My wife and I came upon this place while visiting Maine. It was well reviewed but we didn't realize just how good their breakfast really was. I'm not very familiar with fried green tomatoes but if they all taste like at Hot Suppa I'm now a fan. I had something called a Benny and June and it was fantastic.