162944 Wed Aug 24 10:39:56 -0700 2005 8 13 New England 0 872144 I've got one dinner, two lunches and a breakfast worth of time in Portland and Freeport. Deciding between Hugo's and Fore Street for dinner. Whats YOUR preference? Suggestions for the other meals are kindly accepted! Aloha Wed Aug 24 10:39:56 -0700 2005 0 ivan 1 872154 Dinner: Fore St would be my preference Lunch/Breakfast: Its hard to beat BECKY'S DINER and breakfast is served til 2pm. But, most anyplace in the old port for lunch is very good. Wed Aug 24 15:18:38 -0700 2005 872144 0 Irwin 1 872159 Agree, Fore Street by far. Wed Aug 24 18:37:53 -0700 2005 872144 0 Shaebones 1 872162 It's almost impossible to compare the two. Fore Street serves large plates of wonderfully fresh and local seafood, meats and produce. Hugo's is much more inventive and a little precious at times. Part of the charm of Fore Street is the open kitchen and all the sights and smells that go along with that. Hugo's is somewhat more formal and definitely quieter. At Fore Street, you'll be blown away by the quality of everything you eat. At Hugo's, you'll be surprised and impressed by the presentations and combinations of unexpected flavors. It really depends on what you're in the mood for. Wed Aug 24 19:57:11 -0700 2005 872144 0 Giorgio 2 872176 That should go down as a classic, definitive, Chowhound response. Thu Aug 25 09:00:58 -0700 2005 872162 0 Karl S. 3 872182 Karl, I was thinking the same about Giorgio's post before I read your reply. The Hugo's vs. Fore Street question comes up frequently, and Giorgio summed it up perfectly, and succinctly! Thu Aug 25 10:31:44 -0700 2005 872176 0 Dave B 1 872184 Now that dinner's sorted out, I strongly recommend the Flatbreach Pizza Co. for lunch. It's right next to the Ferry Bldg, has cute outdoor seating, and great flatbread pizzas baked in a free-form wood-burning stove. The place has a crunchy, Berkeley vibe, and we thought it was a great spot for lunch. Also, check out Standard Bakery across the street for great breads, pastries and cookies. Thu Aug 25 11:20:59 -0700 2005 872144 0 winedude 1 872186 thanks for your input! Thu Aug 25 11:57:56 -0700 2005 872144 0 ivan 2 872249 If it's not too late -- I highly recommend Local 188 for brunch. Both inventive and affordable. Sat outside in the sun this morning and enjoyed a wild mushroom, spinach and goat cheese scramble with delicious homefries and lovely thick, chewy toast. Sun Aug 28 20:30:30 -0700 2005 872186 0 chowcat