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Emilitsa

547 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 221-0245
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Ranked #5 of 489 restaurants in Portland
Cuisines: Greek
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Cape Porpoise, Maine
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This was our first experience at Emilitsa and we will be back. Our children gave us a Christmas gift certificate; otherwise we would not be able to afford it. Our $155.00 bill before tip was worth it. We started with a Greek cocktail made from metaxa, a Greek brandy. Had an appetizer of cheese flambeed with metaxa. Our entrees were... More

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Saco, ME
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

My husband and I dined at Emilitsa last night to celebrate our anniversary. The flavours took us back to Greece where we spent our honeymoon 24 years ago. The food was excellent and so was the service. We will definitely go there again!

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Maine
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

With all of the fabulous restaurants in Portland, we try to dine there regularly. This was our first experience at Emilitsa and based on that, it won't be our last. We found ourselves ready for an early dinner and called at 5:30 for a 6:00 reservation, which they happily accommodated. We were greeted promptly and shown to our table in... More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

On a reading of a review I called in rather late but found a cancellation to have just happened facilitating the beginning of a great experience. Our server was chill, relaxed, and emanating years of professionalism. It's UNBELIEVABLE to see people in the service industry know how to read their clientele. Whereas I feel horrible for not having remembered her... More

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Bangor, Maine
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31 reviews 31 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

My husband and I went to Emilitsa's recently, and I love Greek food, so I was greatly anticipating the meal. The plusses: my husband's lamb chops were amazing, the appetizers (I remember the beet one the best) were super yummy, the wine we recommended to have was perfect, and our server was very attentive. I ended up making a meal... More

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Portland, Oregon
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

I love Greek cuisine, and this place know how to deliver! From the authentic Greek flavors to the attentive service to the relaxed atmosphere..this restaurant had it all! Loved it..will be back!

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Rothesay, Canada
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Had a truly delicious meal here. Everything was perfectly cooked and presented. It may be pricey, but the service and the food are worth it! Try the duck... Tender and delicious!

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Maine
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Our party of four recently visited Emilitsa on a Friday night. Every appetizer and main course was delicious. Favorites were the duck and the lamb dishes. Only 1 star issue of the night: Rice pudding was undercooked for our tastes and we did not finish it. Service was excellent and only "complaint" (not really) was in regard to decor. If... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013 via mobile

Out with friends on a rainy night. Decided upon based upon tripadvisor. While the atmosphere was great and felt the service was very good and our waiter excellent with them taking coats and making out time relaxing. The food while very nice for Greek cuisine lacked a certain something that makes their high rating a bit over the top. Especially... More

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Waterboro, Maine
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16 reviews 16 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

My partner and I have consecutive birthdays, so two of our friends took us to Emilitsa for the event. It was top notch from start (the delicious lentil amuse bouche) to finish (the chocolate torte and Greek coffee).We had appetizers, salads, and entrees that were out of this world. I tried the whole daurade - a fish from the Aegean... More

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