If you're after fancy, go to one of the exclusive beach clubs dotted along the coastline. If you want fresh, vibrant and delicious platters of seafood served with charm, come here.
In some parts of the city, it can be easy to forget the Willamette River exists. Not so in the sliver of South Portland known as John's Landing, lying just south of South Waterfront's gleaming towers and scrubs-clad masses.