# Duckfat > Duckfat — New American restaurants in Portland, ME. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/duckfat-48851 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: New American - **Location**: Portland, ME - **Address**: 43 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101, US - **Phone**: 12077748080 - **Website**: https://www.duckfat.com - **Coordinates**: 43.660267, -70.250377 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Cozy, Modern ## About Duckfat has been a Portland, Maine institution since 2005, celebrated for its hot, golden, crispy Belgian frites cooked in duck fat. Located at 43 Middle Street, the original spot offers a cozy space with both indoor and outdoor dining, perfect for a casual meal with friends or family. A second location, Duckfat Frites Shack at 43 Washington Ave, operates as a walk-up window with extensive seating shared with Oxbow Blending and Bottling, suited for larger groups. Guests rave about the poutine, duck caesar salad, homemade sodas, and blueberry milkshakes, with the truffle ketchup earning a devoted following. The staff is consistently praised for being warm and personable. ## Hours - Monday: 11am - 10pm - Tuesday: 11am - 10pm - Wednesday: 11am - 10pm - Thursday: 11am - 10pm - Friday: 11am - 10pm - Saturday: 11am - 10pm - Sunday: 11am - 10pm ## Highlights - **Duck fat frites** — Belgian frites fried in duck fat have been a Portland staple since 2005. - **Legendary poutine** — The poutine is a crowd favorite and widely considered the best in Portland. - **Homemade drinks** — Blueberry milkshakes and house-made sodas keep guests coming back for more. - **Cozy modern space** — The warm, welcoming interior suits everything from casual solo visits to group nights out. ## FAQ ### Where is Duckfat located? Duckfat's original location is at 43 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04101. A second spot, Duckfat Frites Shack, is located at 43 Washington Ave, tucked down a nearby alley and operated as a walk-up takeout window. ### What are Duckfat's hours? Duckfat is open every day of the week from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. ### What kind of food does Duckfat serve? Duckfat is a New American restaurant best known for its Belgian frites cooked in duck fat, served alongside a flight of dipping sauces that includes crowd favorites like garlic mayo and truffle ketchup. The menu also features dishes like duck caesar salad and a Montreal reuben. To explore the full menu before your visit, head to duckfat.com. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of Duckfat on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### What are the most popular items at Duckfat? Diners consistently rave about the duck fat frites and poutine, which many call the best in Portland. The truffle ketchup from the sauce flight has earned its own devoted following, and the blueberry milkshakes and homemade sodas are frequently called out as must-orders. ### Is Duckfat good for groups? Yes. The Duckfat Frites Shack at 43 Washington Ave is especially well suited for larger groups, with extensive indoor and outdoor seating shared with Oxbow Blending and Bottling. The original Middle Street location is a cozier, more intimate setting ideal for smaller gatherings or a casual night out. ### Does Duckfat offer outdoor seating? Both locations offer outdoor seating. The original at 43 Middle Street has casual indoor and outdoor dining, while the Frites Shack at 43 Washington Ave features extensive outdoor seating shared with Oxbow Blending and Bottling. ### How can I contact Duckfat? You can reach Duckfat by phone at (207) 774-8080 or explore their menus and locations at duckfat.com. ### Do I need a reservation at Duckfat? Duckfat operates on a first come, first served basis at all locations, so no reservations are required or accepted. ## Reviews ### bosfoodconcept — 5.0/5 · Aug 30, 2025 The best fries/poutine in Portland!! ### user_627bc8 — 5.0/5 · Dec 9, 2025 Always one of our favorite spots when we were in Portland. My kids been going since they were little and are now adults. Food is always consistently good, Staff is always very personable and friendly. A warm cozy spot in Portland that we love. ### cindyyyy — 4.3/5 · Dec 30, 2024 We had to make a stop here for the duckfat fries! Thought the fries were really good as well as the flight of sauces (favorites were garlic mayo and truffle ketchup). We also ordered the duck caesar salad and montreal reuben! ### isayyummy — 4.4/5 · Aug 26, 2023 ### adventureswchass — 5.0/5 · Jul 8, 2024 the food and drinks here is amazing!!! definitely get the poutine and homemade sodas if you can! ### chengy.eats — 4.3/5 · Nov 30, 2025 Get their blueberry milkshakes! The truffle ketchup is so good too!