Chaval

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Top 2% of restaurants in Portland, Maine
8 / 10

4 expert reviews
Zagat Zagat
"Serving market-driven small plates, such as jamón Iberico and octopus a la plancha... Soft blues and grays define the understated space with a central bar lit with bare bulbs and framed in raw wood." Full review
The Infatuation The Infatuation
"This neighborhood brasserie in the West End turned their pandemic pivot into an outdoor seating glow-up and is now serving Spanish and French-inspired seasonal food al fresco on their heated patio." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Chaval is both a buzzy destination dining spot that makes “Where to Eat Now” lists and a cozy neighborhood brasserie where the staff recognizes the locals and regulars hold down barstools. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A hip, inviting dining room caters to customers looking for French- and Spanish-inspired small and big plates...the cocktails are great and the wine menu is extensive." Full review