The South Portlander: Dining

J.P. Thornton’s is days away from opening larger quarters at a shopping plaza, at 740 Broadway, across from Beale Street Barbeque.
Previously located at the corner of Broadway and Evans, J.P. Thornton’s has been a favorite stop for South Portland residents seeking to buy fresh produce, sandwiches made to order, and a large selection of wines. It also has a butcher counter and a grocery section, stocked with many items from Maine companies.
At the new location, J.P. Thornton’s will be much larger and also offer sit-down food and drink service. J.P. Thornton’s Bar & Grill will have seating for 60 at booths and tables, as well as a bar. Owner J.P. Thornton’s also is a Maine-owned business. Thomas Howard went before the South Portland City Council this week and won approval to serve liquor at the new facility.
The restaurant-bar-store will have a phased-in opening, starting as early as Monday, if the new retail space is complete. Meanwhile, the existing shop has closed for good.
In addition to J.P. Thornton’s, the new shopping plaza also has a handful of other shops that include Freaky Bean, a bakery and nail salon. 

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