No gas touches our meat, guaranteed. We use only the highest quality, all-natural, meats and vegetables and we offer locally crafted beers alongside a full-service bar. Elsmere BBQ and Wood Grill is a family restaurant with two locations in Maine – one nestled into the South Portland, Willard Beach neighborhood, and the other in the Deering Center neighborhood in Portland (currently closed).
Elsmere provides an intimate year-round environment for BBQ and food lovers alike. Whether you’re craving savory slow-smoked meats, amazing appetizers, grilled seafood, or vegetarian and vegan options, we have something for everyone to enjoy.
Come on by and grab a bite and a drink!
Contemporary neighborhood BBQ & sandwich joint in a former garage with industrial-chic decor. Based on 483 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
448 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106
Phone: (207) 619-1948
Website:
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
4–9 PM |
| Thursday |
4–9 PM |
| Friday |
4–9 PM |
| Saturday |
12–9 PM |
| Sunday |
12–9 PM |
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Reviews
Matt Justaddwata
Good food and friendly service. I went with the meat trio which was tasty. Not going to win prizes for brisket but good enough for a casual bite!
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Rachel Redding
We had 8 people in our group and had a variety of food. Oysters, salad, wings, BBQ chicken, sausage, nachos, flatbread pizza, and pulled pork sandwiches. Everyone was happy with their food and the food portions were generous. Mac n cheese side is definitely worth the try and a hit at our table. We did not care for the baked beans because they were on the sweet side but that’s just our preference. I would definitely recommend you try this place if you are in the area.
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Melissa Stephens
Got the THE ELSMERE TORNADO SANDWICH: Chopped brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and Texas Red BBQ on a toasted pretzel roll topped with cole slaw $18 was amazing, pretzel bun was not heavy or dense but still pretzel flavor so yummy, pickled red onion, so pretty and delicious I forgot to take a picture I ate it so fast!
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william mcanirlin
Love the building. Good bbq, got a 3 meat platter. Ribs are a dry rub. Service was good, and price ended up pretty reasonable.
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Matthew Coltrin
Loved it! Amazing staff very mindful of what you need and if you are enjoying your food. I over hear them ask if a guy wasn’t enjoying his beer and offers to get him something else he might enjoy more. The staff is very dedicated and they match the food quality very well. I will miss it when I go back to Utah. Very good can’t say it enough.
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Jessica Bolduc
My husband were leaving after visiting the Portland Head Lighthouse and park, and pulled into Elsmere on a whim. What luck! BBQ was amazing, service was great, and Maine beer to enjoy! Would recommend this in a heartbeat. He had the brisket, I had the tornado sandwich. Delicious!
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Sydney Halle
Elsmere’s is a place my partner and I seek out regularly for our date night or when we just crave some really good BBQ. I have never once been disappointed by a meal. I highly recommend the pulled pork sandwich on a pretzel bun!
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Bruce Hill
Great spot on the way from downtown to the iconic Portland Head Lighthouse! Enjoyed a beer on the patio with some amazing ribs. Wife defined it as devine. Was a great first meal in Maine. Glad the pup could join us on the patio. Drinks were good too! Great atmosphere as well, love the garage feel.
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Alexis Rinkus
Awesome service, great drinks and the best part such great food ! Not to mention more food for your penny! Such friendly staff and very cool vintage bar as well as open seating . If your in the area definitely stop here for a quick bite to eat or watch a game !
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Glen Lord
The barbecue is excellent and the portions are quite large. For lunch 3 of us split the 3 meat platter and it was quite filling. We did add a bowl of chili and an extra side but the combination of everything made for quite a filling meal for everyone.
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