Dessert Focused American Bar
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Portland, United States
Gross Confection Bar
Price≈$25
Dress CodeCasual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseLively
CapacitySmall
Gross Confection Bar is a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker in Portland, ME.
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Gross Confection Bar is a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker in Portland, ME.
Signature Dishes
- Chocolate Caramel Torte
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Citrus Takeover
- Crumb Brulee
- Gross Confection Mess
- Brown Butter Cake
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
At a Glance
Vibe
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Intimate
- Trendy
- Whimsical
Best For
- Date Night
- Late Night
- Celebration
- After Work
- Casual Hangout
Experience
- Standalone
- Design Destination
- Historic Building
Drink Program
- Craft Cocktails
Dress CodeCasual
Noise LevelLively
CapacitySmall
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
Warm, cozy subterranean basement space in Portland’s Old Port, with an intimate dessert-bar feel and a relaxed, late-night atmosphere focused on plated sweets and cocktails.