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The Great Lost Bear

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The Great Lost Bear has become a Portland institution since opening in 1979. The "Bear" is located about two miles from Portland's touristy Old Port but well worth the journey across town to the Mysterious Woodford's Area. The Great Lost Bear features an enormous eclectic menu with something for everyone: from hearty, spicy junk food to a large vegetarian selection, from steaks, salads and All American Burgers to award winning, wicked gooey desserts... all served in an entertaining atmosphere. 

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540 Forest Ave, Portland, ME, 04101, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.53,421 reviews
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Jason Spivey 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Our server; Colton was awesome, he was very knowledgeable about the beers. We’d ask for suggestions and he was happy to make suggestions. Had a brown ale and a red ale which both were great! 

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Jane Kilbride Conley 
6 years ago

Amazing meal and service! Colton was our server and was so attentive, personable, and prompt with all parts of our service! GLB never disappoints!! 

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Nicholas Mcintyre 
6 years ago

Great food, Great beer, Great Lost �!!! Will return ASAP! 

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Amanda Nichols 
6 years ago

The food and service was great. They have a large drink menu to choose from and there are enough food choices to make everyone happy! Everything was delicious, can’t wait to go back again! 

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Ryan G Anzaldi 
6 years ago

What a great spot. Just moved to Maine recently, and was on the prowl for good bars. Excellent food, a staggering list of draught beers, and a very friendly staff coupled well with the classic bar atmosphere. Will definitely be going back! Four stars only because I thought some of the prices were a little high for the entrees, but I still really enjoyed myself. 

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JoAnn Sylvia 
6 years ago

Bartender Ryan was great. Attentive service, Great food. Will see yous soon! 

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Angelica Philbrook 
6 years ago

I come here all the time. The hostess was terrible. She reassured me that when the rest of my party arrived that she would escort them to my table. I waited for over an hour to find that they were in line and were never informed that I was already there. Otherwise the food and drinks are great. I normally recommend this place. 

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Magdalene Brown 
6 years ago

So, my best friend and I ate there Thursday and it was absolutely incredible! I recommend the buffalo mac and cheese, steak fajitas and the hand cut fries with their home made cheese dipping sauce. 

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Pete James 
6 years ago

Very cool place. About 80 beers on tap. I had the "slab & crab & slab" sandwich......yum. Wife had a burger. It looked awesome but damn....way too big to eat. She asked for her bacon to be crispy...it wasn't. Yummy though. Staff was great. Parking sucks. 

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How is The Great Lost Bear rated?

The Great Lost Bear has a 4.5 star rating with 3,421 reviews. 

When is The Great Lost Bear open?

The Great Lost Bear is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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