The older women behind the counter seemed a bit cold toward us when we walked in. Our waitress was very kind though and the wine was great 👍
I can't say enough good things about this charming South Portland wine bar. Owners Ben and Sharon and their staff take great pride in providing the best customer service experience. The space is beautifully decorated and is an ideal location for date night or meeting up with friends. The wine selection is impeccable and staff are happy to make recommendations if you are looking for something special or just want to try something new. The menu offers small bites and full entrees. The cheese board is phenomenal. The Thursday night tastings are fun and educational. I also recommend checking out live music that is currently offered every Friday night.
Great vibe! We were seated promptly and got a bowl of the popcorn as the free starter. They were out of clam chowder but they had a great menu. I wish there were dessert options but maybe it's better for me that they don't. At first we had to flag someone down if we wanted water, but then they filled up our glasses before we even noticed they were getting low. Highly recommend the wine!
Amazing wine bar tucked into South Waterfront. Love the popcorn on arrival, many wine options and great food. Ben is skilled at picking unique wines and Sharon makes you feel at home. The paninis are fantastic. Great happy hour spot!
This review is VERY overdue. I lived in south waterfront 2019-2021 and frequented Frank as much as possible- through owner transitions and all. Ben, Sharon, and crew have done a fantastic job with Frank and the food pairings and offerings are amazing. Although I no longer live in the area, I have lasting friendships from this place and Frank is very near and dear to my heart. Love supporting an Asian owned business in Portland, and I hope everyone gets to experience some of their magic.
Excellent small wine and tapas bar nestled in the growing South Waterfront neighborhood. Perfect date night destination.
My sisters and I enjoyed a fabulous experience at Frank Wine Bar. The owners were both extremely friendly and helpful, providing excellent service throughout our visit. It was wonderful to see them stopping to engage with the customers and not just rushing in/out.
One of the owners worked with my sister to choose a wine based on her interests. It needed to be chilled, which they kindly offered to do. In the meantime, he brought us a sample of another wine. They were both wonderful!
The food was all amazing as well! We had the mouth watering French onion grilled cheese, the Polenta with meat sauce and the Spring Pasta. We loved all of the items ordered. I wish I had taken a photo, but the Spring Pasta was so colorful and fresh.
Lastly, the patio tables are set back from the street and in the shade, so it was a lovely escape from the afternoon heat. We will definitely be back!
The best spot on south waterfront! The food is consistently delicious, and the service is always incredible. The atmosphere is relaxing and cozy, perfect for a date night or quiet dinner with friends. The wine and food offerings are often updated, so I love going there to try the new specials. The outdoor seating is very dog-friendly and intimate. Highly recommend!
Fantastic community space. The outdoor seating on a sunny day is perfect, and feels like a perfect place for meeting with old friends. The food and wine are great and unpretentious. Very reasonable prices. The proprietor is as kind as can be, with lots of good ideas even for just a bottle to pair with the pizza from across the street! We will come back many times.
Love this place! Started going here about a year ago. Great wine selection and even better people. Now we're here at least once a week. I love they have a lot of European wines from small producers and local, small distributors. Check them out if you love wine!
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