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Google MapsGoogle Maps<\/p>\nThere’s no exact script to follow to operate a successful restaurant or bar in Portland, Maine. Sometimes it takes the perfect location, sometimes you need a signature food item or drink, sometimes it’s all about name recognition.<\/p>\n
And sometimes even when you have all of those things, it still just doesn’t work out.<\/p>\n
That seems to be the case for a pair of spots in Portland, Maine, that have seriously rich history as both the Roma Cafe and Bramhall Pub prepare to close permanently.<\/p>\n
Roma Cafe and Bramhall in Portland, Maine, to Close Permanently November 21<\/p>\n
Shared on social media, the Bramhall and Roma Cafe will officially have their last day of operations on Saturday, November 21.<\/p>\n
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No specific reason was given in their social media statement as to why the two cherished places are closing.<\/p>\n
Both the Roma and Bramhall staff have invited visitors from over the years to make one more stop at the restaurant or bar before the lights are turned off for good.<\/p>\n
Both the Roma Cafe and Bramhall in Portland, Maine, Have Closed Before<\/p>\n
Ironically, both the Roma and Bramhall have closed before.<\/p>\n
In 2008, Roma Cafe seemed to close permanently after more than 80 years in business. However, in 2017 the Roma was brought back to life yet again with changes that still paid tribute to the original cafe.<\/p>\n
As for the Bramhall, it appeared to close permanently in the early-2010’s before it was revived and given a slight re-theme as a speakeasy-style bar in 2014. It was one of a handful of underground bars that existed throughout the city.<\/p>\n
25 Closed Portland, Maine, Restaurants That We Truly Miss <\/p>\n
Portland is loaded with wonderful restaurants. However, the city has also seen some iconic institutions sadly shut down over the years. Here’s a look back at many of those beloved favorites.<\/p>\n
Gallery Credit: Chris Sedenka<\/p>\n
22 of The Oldest Bars and Restaurants in Portland, Maine<\/p>\n
Before Portland, Maine, became a big tourism hotspot, there were dozens of incredible restaurants, bars and shops that laid the foundation for what the city is today. Many have closed over the years but a handful have stood the test of time and continue to thrive today.<\/p>\n
Gallery Credit: Joey<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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