The Honey Paw
Known For
Globally inspired noodle dishes in a casually cool Congress Street space
The Honey Paw defies easy categorization — bright, airy, and instagrammable, yes, but the menu swings from Maine seafood to Southeast Asian noodles and somehow lands every time. It's the restaurant you bring someone to when you want to impress them without being obvious about it.
🕐Best time to visit: When the chalkboard specials lean toward something unexpected
Our Take
The Honey Paw's globally-influenced brunch menu — think miso-glazed this and chili-laced that — makes it genuinely different from every other eggs-and-toast spot on the strip. It's a bright, no-reservation room with a devoted following and a menu that rewards adventurous ordering.
The Vibe
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✦ Cute Score ✦
Location
Downtown
78 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
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