Twelve

Known For
Tasting-menu format that reframes wine as a full experience
Twelve earns its moody atmosphere through restraint — muted tones, vintage interior accents, and a tasting-menu format that turns wine into something you actually pay attention to. Every detail photographs well without pandering.
🕐Best time to visit: When you have nowhere to be until midnight
Our Take
Twelve brings a thoughtful, photo-worthy moodiness to its space alongside a wine program that feels genuinely considered rather than ornamental. Strong ratings across nearly 700 reviews confirm this is a reliably excellent night out, landing it firmly in solid charming territory.
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Location
Downtown
115 Thames St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
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