Joe Bowen
The best burger I’ve ever had! Great staff and an excellent local hangout. Don’t let the cash and alcohol only deter you!! An excellent sport for Mainers, I’d argue the best!
… moreRenee Keul
Cash only, but they have an ATM. Food is delicious and more affordable than a lot of places in the area. Everyone behind the bar has always been very friendly, starting with Rick who retired a few years and carrying on with the new bartenders. I also love that it’s been around since the 1930s, as one of the first bars around to reopen after prohibition. It’s definitely a neighborhood gem!
… moreJosh Lindgren
Force gardens is the best down to earth bar in all of Portland Maine. This place reminds me of my my late grandmother and the best part is their extremely well priced food and classic pub fell. FYI they don’t blast music so loud that you can’t even hear yourself think it’s actually a nice mellow place to grab a beer and meet people.
… moreChristi
Looks like your grandparents basement from the 1970s. Tile floors and panelled walls, but it’s a great little place. Locals abound. And the food is great bar food. Burgers, fries, cheesesteaks and onion rings are yummy. They have a decent beer selection and all of it is inexpensive. Don’t miss it.
… moreScott Spencer
Don’t come here if you’re even a tiny bit pretentious. Come for the burgers! Not sure exactly what he does to them, but they’re among the best I’ve had, at any price (and these are cheap). The steak sandwich is on point also. An authentic Maine experience.
… moreJosh Lindgren
This is the best local bar in the entire city. If you want to hang out with old men, watch sports games, and get a classic clam or hamburger with a side of fries, This is definitely a must go to.
… morePeter Haskell
A visit to an old stomping grounds to meet up with long time friends. A great place for a beer and burger.
A stop with Father Piacentini after our 50th graduation. Great place to meet friends
… moreSara Joy Conner
Forest Gardens is that bar where they actually know your name. Going here you can always expect a sporting event on the television and good priced food and drink. This is by far my go to bar. I’m a simple gal though so I like the simple stuff.
… moreRobert Young
It’s a great place. Very friendly and inviting bar. The owners and bar staff are great. Been going their since high school.
… moreNathan Oakes
Great location for a burger and beer. Probably the coldest Miller Lite in all of Portland.
Darts in the back and sports on all the TVs
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