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The Salt Exchange
245 Commercial Street
Portland, ME 04101
Come take part in a new approach to traditional dining. Using local & natural ingredients, Chef White and his culinary team offer an innovative approach to Contemporary American Cuisine. Emphasizing multi-course dining, the Salt Exchange provides modest portion sizes that allow guests to try a variety of different dishes. The Salt Exchange also boasts the largest Bourbon Bar in Portland, a large selection of Microbrews, and an extensive Wine list. With options for dining room seating, outdoor dining or a meal from our casual lounge menu at the beautiful Cherrywood bar, your experience is sure to be a delight.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Private Lot
Cross Street: Union Street
Portland, ME 04101
Come take part in a new approach to traditional dining. Using local & natural ingredients, Chef White and his culinary team offer an innovative approach to Contemporary American Cuisine. Emphasizing multi-course dining, the Salt Exchange provides modest portion sizes that allow guests to try a variety of different dishes. The Salt Exchange also boasts the largest Bourbon Bar in Portland, a large selection of Microbrews, and an extensive Wine list. With options for dining room seating, outdoor dining or a meal from our casual lounge menu at the beautiful Cherrywood bar, your experience is sure to be a delight.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Private Lot
Cross Street: Union Street
18 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 18 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(9)
- special occasion(8)
- romantic(7)
- neighborhood gem(6)
- notable wine list(3)
- good for groups(2)
The Salt Exchange Reviews List
Review 1 for The Salt Exchange
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Didn't blow me away. Not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Didn't blow me away. Not bad, just pretty good."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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Review 2 for The Salt Exchange
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding food, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food, service and ambiance. Although Salt Exchange seems to be less well known for its dinner menu, we believe that Chef Adam White and his crew are competitive, even outstanding, compared to a number of other highly touted Portland restaurants."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Salt Exchange
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the Salt Exchange! Especially
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the Salt Exchange! Especially love the bread, butter with salt, so unique! Everything was excellent!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Salt Exchange
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went for lunch, very quiet
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for lunch, very quiet but excellent."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for The Salt Exchange
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love to go to the Salt Exchange again and again. Always great food and great service. Love that my father in law can get lobster anything!"
Dined on 01/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Salt Exchange
Based on the average of (13) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate