The Local Press
276 Woodford St, Portland, ME, 04103
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Address :
276 Woodford St
Portland, ME, 04103 - Phone (207) 773-0039
- Website https://localpressme.com/
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Jennifer L.
Local Press is simply AMAZING!!! My hubby and I have had sandwiches here a bunch of times since moving to Maine a few months ago. The ingredients are so fresh and the guy behind the sammys and paninis(the owner?) is so nice. We have tried almost everything on the menu and nothing has disappointed yet. They manage to make a panini gooey and delicious without being a drippy nightmare! I almost don't want to tell people how good they are so they don't get too busy because it is a tiny place!
(5)Jacqueline J.
Such a great sandwich shop! Everyone working was so friendly to us. I loved how small and local the shop was. There were about five tables total, and we got there just before the lunch rush started coming in. I had a veggie sandwich that was fantastic! I wish I would have tried one of the specials of the day, though. Overall, it was great and quick and a perfect way to start our Maine vacation!
(4)Laura M.
This review is based solely on the $2 upcharge for the gluten-free bread on sandwiches. The quality and taste of their sandwiches are pretty delicious. However, some of us in the world cannot tolerate gluten. And, one of the hardest situations to navigate is where to get a great sandwich, on GF bread. Now, while I understand the GF substitution cost, you would think that paying $2 the quality of the replacement would be incredible. But, the GF bread did not hold up. I typically LOVE the sandwiches at the local press, but this was a fail. The bread fell apart into a soggy mess. It was not pressed long enough as the cheese was not melted. Perhaps replace the bread options? OR offer free GF replacement? OR find another brand of GF bread that works better with the great meats, cheese, veg and toppings that the local press has to offer... Either way, unless the upcharge for the GF replacement changes or is eliminated, I will have to cross THP off my list of places to go. It is frustrating when you feel penalized because of a health/dietary restriction.
(1)Erinn C.
I love this sandwich shop. The owner is warm and friendly and the sandwiches are made fresh in front of you. It's fast too. I've never been in where there has been a line though. There are two or three small tables inside if you want to eat. No outdoor seating. Easy street parking.
(5)Becky M.
Just came back from lunch. Great place for doing so. They have a few little tables and a counter with two cozy leather stools. My friend and I (vegetarians) got a bag of sea-salt and vinegar chips (my fav) and 2 sandwiches. Caprese- homemade basil pesto with local tomato, fresh mozzarella and provolone. I didn't get to try, but she said it was completely flavorless. Endless Summer- homemade basil pesto, roasted red pepper, organic baby spinach, local goat cheese, and provolone. It was good, but I was not floored. Definitely packed with spinach, on nice soft bread, and everything tasted very fresh. The pesto could use more garlic- or something- maybe salt. Just needed to amp the flavor a bit. I'm sure there are much better options for meat eaters. Two guys behind the counter- one seemed annoyed with our very presence and one overly excited about it! A little odd.
(4)Jess S.
Everything I could want in a sandwich shop and more! Panini sandwiches made on terrifically fresh bread, fresh sliced cold cuts and local produce fixings. We were headed home, looking for a non-chain, health conscious lunch option when Yelp suggested this shop and we were not disappointed! I would recommend this shop to anyone looking for a fresh meal with a dash of character and made-to-order deliciousness.
(5)Mark B.
The sandwiches, paninis and soups here are truly outstanding at this neighborhood eatery. One of the few places in Portland that offers Boar's Head meats. There are a bunch of interesting specialty sandwiches to try. My favorite is the Old Fashioned with a bowl of Rundown.
(5)Patrick S.
This place makes great food. Freshly pressed paninis with all local ingredients and amazing flavor. Try the Beacon St and Backshore, you will not be disappointed. As for the soups, the Rundown is killer and can warm you up on cold winter day, looking forward to trying all the others. All told, great place to grab lunch to go or stay in for friendly banter with the owner.
(5)Tony W.
Four stars, with a potential for five. A great little sandwich shop right past Woodford's Corner. Sandwiches are creative and well-prepared, ingredients are fresh. Service is prompt and friendly. What more could you want? The only thing I can think of is a 1/2 sandwich and a 1/2 soup combo. It seems like a great deal of their posted menu is customizable, but I didn't see this as an option. I'd love to try the creative soup options they offer, but I always feel like the soup will be too little, but with the sandwich it'll be too much. FOMO. And being still hungry or too full. Otherwise, it's a great little (emphasis on little: 3 to 4 tables, 2 bar stools) place. Much better place to grab and go than to count on getting a seat. I just need to remember that they aren't open on Mondays. Perhaps I'll give it 5 stars when I try the soup option? I swear I'll try it next time.
(4)Kevin B.
Came here because of the great yelp reviews and was not let down. We had a beech street sandwich and a islander, both of which were extremely delicious and hit the spot. We took turns dipping our sandwich in a Caribbean soup called the run down, which should not be missed. Cookies were killer as well. The owner also gave us great tips on local beer breweries and was an all around pleasant guy.
(5)Meg R.
I picked up take out from here, and while it's not the best in the area, it's good. They have a lot of standard options and some twists on the classics. It is perfect if you have a mix of tastes in your dining party. And all the paninis had a healthy portion of meat. Paninis we ordered: 1) The Good Life: Too sweet for my tastes, but a solid sandwich. 2) Back Shore: Good, but the balance was a bit off. The brie and blue cheese combo overwhelmed the other ingredients a tad. The grape-balsamic combo was a winner! 3) Old Fashioned: The pepper relish was the highlight. Not for the faint of heart.
(4)Mike D.
Goodness Gracious! Thank you, Yelp! These guys have earned all 5 stars - friendly, cheerful, talented, reasonable. Got a Big O and a Southshore - both were creative and delicious. Topped off with a couple of Ginger Brews from Maine Root and my taste buds are dancing.
(5)Kendelsha S.
The best sandwich shop in New England. Great vibe!! Awesome service!! Amazing food!! Fresh and Innovative menu!! Only 1 suggestion: In order to be truly Portland worthy, needs BEER...
(5)Emily L.
I've avoided writing this lukewarm review for a while cause I want to love the local press, and I certainly want it to stick around... but I'm always a little underwhelmed while the wallet is a little overwhelmed. I think my problem is of the "it's not you, it's me" variety due to my preference for vegetarian food. There are only a couple vegetarian sandwiches and they are not terribly exciting. I've had the Endless Summer and Caprese sandwiches. They are as expensive as the meaty sandwiches and come out looking much slimmer... and leave me feeling like I could have made it at home just as well. They are just not that flavorful. So bottom line, I'll recommend The Local Press to meat-eaters, but not enthusiastically to vegetarians. There is a lot to love - the friendly service, the quality ingredients, the atmosphere. And when they put a great vegetarian sandwich on the menu, I'll add on a star or two!
(3)Clint B.
Was I the only one not completely impressed by this place? It's good, don't get me wrong, but I can't warrant my one visit there to a review over 3.5 stars. The food was pretty good. Nothing really blew my mind, but they really know how to make a sandwich. I had the Reuben, which was fantastic. The bread was fluffy and they are generous with their meats. Plus, the guy making the sandwiches was very flexible and will truly make this sandwich unique just for you. I had a chance to try their soup, and it was very unique. I do not remember the name, but it was a spicy broth combined with coconut milk. A small cup was ~$5, but its' definitely unlike anything you'll have elsewhere in Portland. I also had a chance to try the chocolate milkshake, which was nothing special, but still good nonetheless. I wanted to try a PB, Bacon, and Banana shake they had, but it was in the neighborhood of $7-$8, and I could not throw that on top of my ~$9 sandwich and ~$5 soup. Maybe I'm just not hipster enough for this place. Or maybe I just like paying less for lunch ($15 for lunch isn't my style). But I have to be the one that breaks the 5-star streak for this place. I recommend giving this place a try, because maybe it's simply not for me (I'm more of a Po Boys and Pickles guy). But make sure to check their hours; they close early and aren't even open on certain other days (Sun and Mon I believe).
(3)Connie M.
Had one of the best random sandwich experiences of our traveling life here. Thank god for Yelp; we could have ended up at a crappy strip mall hellhole en route to Acadia. The owner was all hospitality and excited to tell us the provenance of both the ingredients and the location. Everything here is made with love- we had a Caribbean root vegetable chowder (!), and two veggie sandwiches whose names elude me- We were too busy smacking our chops and anticipating the insane blueberry crumble cheesecake the other guy made. (It was worth the calories). The owner lives around the corner and has extensive restaurant experience, and it shows. There is nothing extraneous here, yet everything you want for a great lunch, including quality, artisanal beverages. If you fly into PWM, this amazing spot is a 10 min drive into a COOL neighborhood (Brooklynish) and on your way to the highways if heading down east.
(5)Michael D.
Our flight arrived in Portland around lunch time, so we checked Yelp for a local place and decided on The Local Press. They did not disappoint! The sandwiches, salad, and soup were all amazing, especially the chowder. The owner was making the sandwiches, and he was so nice. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a delicious lunch or light dinner.
(5)Polly P.
I drive by this place everyday & finally decided to grab one of their sandwiches today, and let me tell ya...not disappointed at all! Super delicious and fresh! The bread is amazing! Don't sleep on this place! Can't believe I havent been here sooner!
(5)Keeptalkin T.
Found the press through yelp and how could we turn down a five star recommended establishment? Glad we followed the wise praise from prior Press customers. Based on prior reviews my two colleagues and I ordered 3 Flips Rubens and 3 run down soups. First the soup, OMG! Excellent use of curry, coconut milk and root veggies. We loved it, and the soup had just the right of heat(flavor) to complement the broth. The Rubens were scrumptious. They use boars head meats and the bread, was out of this world delicious. So, I highly recommend this place and it is worth seeking out. We drove through a neighborhood to find it and are glad we did. One tip, the place is small. Not great if you plan to camp out with a large group and eat in. There are a few small tables and two seats at the counter. We were lucky to grab three of the six chairs in the place. All the local hipster came and went with smiles on their faces and, I'm sure, satisfied taste buds.
(5)Jane W.
Prices are great for the quality of the food and the employee was patient and friendly with my elderly parents! Hot pepper spread was on point and they have some really creative sandwiches on the menu. I highly recommend the beacon st!
(5)Samme B.
Great sandwiches. Everything was fresh and delish. A nice selection of hot and cold sandwiches. We had the corned beef, the beacon and the big o all really good. Rundown Soup was a nice spicy caribbean blend, very good. Would definitely come back when I'm in town since the full belly deli is belly up!!
(5)Mike M.
Incredible food. Casey is the man. The house soup was off the chain. Will be coming back ASAP!
(5)Jessica D.
Found this place by accident when I was out apartment hunting and I am SO glad that I did because it is now my #1 favorite sandwich shop in Portland so far. :) I am new to the area but I'm sure this place is going to rank high in my world for a looooong time. :) Fresh, healthy, and SO delicious!
(5)Maxine W.
After an afternoon of traveling, we looked up local restaurants and decided to go to this one. I'm so glad we chose it! The food is amazing (if you get a chance to try the "Rundown" soup, do it) and the owners are super friendly and helpful. The guy gave us some great recs for other places to try during our visit, and the store itself has a lot of personality and cool decorations. I couldn't recommend this place more, definitely a must-visit in Portland!
(5)Amy B.
Amazing variety and friendly owner who is totally into his product. Ask him what he likes and you won't be disappointed! Oh my god, everyone, please, that soup! "the run down" it's in my dreams.
(5)George M.
Every neighborhood needs a joint like this. Sure it is bit more money but the food is deliciously different. And that is what makes it worth a visit. We shared a fantastic soup and tasty sandwiches. Tiny with only one outdoor table but very warm and friendly.
(5)Martha C.
Paninis and soup. How comforting and simple. So many years I've driven by this little collection of commercial buildings on Woodford Street and have thought. Hmm. This stretch needs a great neighborhood joint. And there it is - thanks to a Facebook friend who lives nearby and knows of such things and is a LOCAL. Eating here was pure joy and the spirit is a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll. Oops that was Donny and Marie. No really. There are the usual vintage/retro carefully-placed signs from yesteryear but if you look really close you'll notice a lot of tchochkes and ephemera from Hawa'ii. I got the impression there was more to the story and I'll let it unfold on future visits. There is a lettered chalkboard with the cleverly named hot and cold sandwiches as well as the soup specials. Apparently the RUNDOWN chowder is intensely popular because the hairdresser from next door knew right off the bat what she was having and the owner happily obliged. I couldn't resist either and was blown away by this island broth - the perfectly married spice blend with a hint of the sweet coconut milk with yummy yams. I could have sworn I've made a similar chowder before from some well-worn Moosewood cookbook but I don't think I could have made such a perfect broth. What really made the visit special, however, was that I was with my mom and when we entered the tiny room, a father and his 2 daughters had staked claim on the window table and had snagged a third chair for Dad from the only open table that we had selected. He noticed our apprehension to stay given there was only one chair so he gallantly offered up his and, of course, the younger daughter was perfectly happy saddled on Dad's lap. The owners are amazingly welcoming and gifted cooks. It goes without saying that I'll return for some more of that Rundown.
(5)Jason P.
I have been to this place a couple of times now and walked away impressed on both occasions.
(5)Len A.
Great little sandwich shop with local fresh veggies and quality meats. The Reuben is best around. If you like roast beef then you need to try the Big - O with Carmelized onions, organic baby spinach and horseradish mayo, my new favorite. The desserts are excellent and fresh. Excellent customer service.
(5)Ethan D.
Absolutely delicious sandwiches and paninis made with Boar's Head deli meats and fresh produce. The best part is the affordable pricing! Be sure to try the house soup, perfect for a rainy day. A wide variety of chips and other crunchy snacks, homemade treats, and drinks will complement any of Local Press' tasty creations.
(5)David D.
Brilliantly simple sandwiches. Not too complicated, fresh ingredients, great shop. Stopped by while traveling through Portland. Glad I did.
(5)Laura L.
This place has affordable and delicious food (with the best.milkshakes.ever), but what really struck me was the amazing customer service and welcoming atmosphere. As another reviewer said, it's both comforting and simple. I will definitely be back!
(5)Dean F.
Exceptional foods. Great ingredients. Great atmosphere. Awesome personnel. Best sandwich/soup shop in town by far.
(5)Julia B.
Love this place! A great addition to the neighborhood and a superb destination for lunch. I only discovered it this summer and even in the heat of July I find myself craving their caprese panini regularly. Really cute place. Owner is friendly and makes an effort to use as many local and/or organic ingredients as possible. There is no other place like this in Portland. Awesome!
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