Royale Kitchen

199 W Commercial St, Portland, ME

★★★★★4.9(35 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Royale Kitchen is a neighborhood gem that takes the humble chicken sandwich seriously, crafting versions like Nashville Hot and Korean that locals rave about with genuine enthusiasm. Beyond the headline-worthy poultry, their sides deserve equal billing—crispy shoestring fries and creamy mac and cheese that elevate what could be ordinary into genuinely crave-worthy comfort food. With a welcoming vibe and thoughtful touches like quality milkshakes and vegetarian options, it's the kind of place that earns its stellar reputation through consistent execution and care.”

What to expect

Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.

PastriesSignature drinksTraditional drinksFull breakfastLight foodSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Matt Herbert

★★★★★6 years ago

Excellent chicken sandwiches, but don't sleep on the sides either. The fries are shoestring style, and have the perfect amount of crispness and salt. The mac and cheese is super creamy, and also highly recommended. Definitely check this place out.

Colin Becker

★★★★★6 years ago

The Nashville Hot Chicken is just the right level of heat and the fries have that crisp outside yet stay tender inside. Definitely worth a visit!

Shane Spencer

★★★★★6 years ago

I've eaten at Royale Lunch Bar a few times. Every time has been great. There are a few things I'd recommend you try: The Chicken Sandwich. It's crunchy, it's tender. It's sweet, spicy and tangy all at the same time. It's a perfect combo - napkins required. Hand cut fries:…

amber swope

★★★★★6 years ago

This place was soooooo delicious!! The Nashville hot chicken is the best I've ever had (even from Nashville). We also had the Korean by reccomendation and it was also amazing! My husband LOVED the espresso milkshake but it had ground up espresso beans in it and I didn't like the…

Chris Slesarchik

★★★★★7 years ago

A welcome addition to the neighborhood! Royale is a great place for lunch with quality smoked meat sandwiches and a few other vegetarian and gluten free options. Milkshakes are great, too!