Becky's

Frommer's Review

Becky's has been written up in Gourmet magazine, but that obviously hasn't gone to the proprietor's head. This waterfront institution is in a squat maroon building of concrete on the not-so-quaint end of the waterfront. It has drop ceilings, fluorescent lights, and scruffy counters, booths, and tables. It opens early (4am) to cater to local fishermen grabbing a cup of joe and some eggs before heading out onto (or back in from) the water; later in the day, it attracts high-school kids, businesspeople, and just about everyone else. The menu is extensive, offering about what you'd expect: sandwiches (fried haddock and cheese, corn dogs, tuna melt) and a milky bowl of chowder. It's also noted for its breakfasts, including more than a dozen different omelets; eggs any way you want them; and fresh fruit bowls, pancakes, and French toast. Where else can you choose from among five different types of home fries? This is a Portland institution.

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