Maine might get some occasional hot temperatures, but to call it “tropical” is a bit of a stretch. Even during the summer months, we can be faced with chilly temps, cloudy skies and a fog that won’t lift. But! The fact that Vacationland isn’t in the South Pacific shouldn’t keep us from enjoying fancy drink with umbrellas. For a tropical themed restaurant that might be the only one of its kind in Maine, head to this special Portland spot!
Rhum, located on Cross Street in Portland, fills a void we didn’t even know we had!
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What looks to be a fairly nondescript bar from the outside, has a wonderful tropical secret inside!
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In a sea of lobster shacks, Rhum stands out as a totally unique tiki bar, transporting visitors to the South Seas.
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But, really, Rhum is an homage to classic, vintage tiki bars.
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While the food and drink offer a taste of the South Pacific…
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…the dim lights and subterranean feel will make you think you walked into a speakeasy.
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The drinks are virtually all special and themed, and they come in fun, tropical cups.
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But beware, they come with a deceptively heavy pour!
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Rhum is perfect for enjoying with friends and there are lots of areas to sit back with a fun drink.
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TVs throughout Rhum play scenes of the ocean visible while sitting under the thatched roof bar area.
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For an extra dose of fun, plan your visit with one of their themed nights.
Rhum Food + Grog / Facebook Every Monday is “Industry Night” where a hospitality pay stub will get you 30% off.
Tuesday is a fun, vintage feel Bingo night!
Every Thursday is Ladies’ night, when women can try a $6 drink special.
And, “Hours of Happiness” take place Monday through Friday from 4-7pm.
While a winter night makes the warm vibes of this place extra special, the summertime patio might actually make you feel like you’re in Bali!
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But, the ambiance and drinks aren’t the only reasons to stop by.
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Rhum also has some truly unique dishes such as ham fries…
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…and the Pu Pu Platter for two, featuring a Short Rib Skewer, Crispy Wontons, Crab Rangoon Dip, a Vegetable Eggroll, a General Tso’s Chicken Skewer, and Hot Mango Chicken Wings.
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Whether you’re here for the Mai Tais (of which they have both regular and group sized!) or the food, you’ll love the escape from the typical Portland food and drink scene.
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Rhum is located on Cross Street, just behind Arabica Coffee on Fore Street.
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Rhum is located, specifically, at 98 Cross Street North in Portland. They can be reached on (207) 536-1774. Or, you can visit them online by checking out their website or their Facebook page.
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Every Monday is “Industry Night” where a hospitality pay stub will get you 30% off.
Tuesday is a fun, vintage feel Bingo night!
Every Thursday is Ladies’ night, when women can try a $6 drink special.
And, “Hours of Happiness” take place Monday through Friday from 4-7pm.
If the South Seas isn’t your thing, you might want a more traditional food and drink experience. For that, check out these 10 restaurants that define Maine!
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