Enio's - South Portland

This is the best Caesar salad I have ever tried, and I have had them from multiple places and even make my own. The braised chicken thighs with pasta were fantastic. I am now a fan of this restaurant.

This hole in the wall mom and pop Italian restaurant will surprise you. The decor and the ambiance is average but the flavor is excellent. Service is rather brusque. We had the linguine vongole which I enjoyed the amount of clams they offered but found the balance of the acidic notes too forward. We also tried the pork tenderloin with all day sauce. Now this was the winner with lots of unctuous and big flavors. We didn't try dessert but their options looked delicious.

No frills, homey atmosphere featuring some of most spectacularly creative gourmet cooking anywhere. Having traveled extensively dined at many of Italy's finest, his is not an exaggeration.We were pleasantly surprised by the reasonable pricing of their fresh, seasonal menu.Don't miss this unique, local gem!

Last night we went to Enio's with a couple who has been raving about it among our friends. Our meal couldn't have been better from the food to the experience, everything was perfect and we are already craving our next meal. P.S. We have already made our next reservation!

Enio's is understated and authentic, like the owners, Bob and chef Laura. We enjoyed a midweek dinner with friends on a quiet, cold night and pretty much had the place to ourselves. The wine list covers all the right bases with a few unexpected gems. We made our way through much of the menu, one beautifully executed dish after another. The pasta with sausage and brown butter and the tenderloin with mushrooms ravioli were standouts. As were all three of the deserts we shared. There's no scene. No vibe. No loud music. No cocktails with clever names. (Actually, no cocktails at all. It's all about the food, the wine, and the personal, attentive service. Highly recommended!