WEST END · PORTLAND, MAINE

GATHER AT CHAVAL

Gather for seasonal dinners, festive brunches, wine-focused evenings, and special restaurant events at Chaval, a Spanish and French-inspired restaurant in Portland, Maine’s West End, shaped by Maine ingredients, thoughtful cocktails, and warm Pine Street hospitality.

A close-up of a black skillet filled with shrimp, sausage, green onions, and seasoned rice, garnished with lemon zest, on a light-colored table. 
EVERY MONDAY | 4:30 - 9:00 PM

MONDAYS ARE FOR PAELLA!

Start your week the best way possible. Tonight, we’re serving up our authentic, comforting Paella, packed with rich flavors that will transport you straight to Spain.

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Portuguese Wine Dinner with Ole Obrigado at Chaval 
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 · 6–9 PM

PORTUGUESE WINE DINNER WITH OLÉ & OBRIGADO

Join us for an intimate five-course dinner paired with Portuguese wines from Olé & Obrigado, featuring Patrick Mata. Limited seating is available for this one-night-only experience.

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Halloween Drag Brunch Portland Maine 
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH | 10 AM OR 1:30 PM

HALLOWEEN DRAG BRUNCH IN PORTLAND, MAINE

Start the Halloween season at Chaval on Sunday, October 18, with Famine the Supermodel, Mama Martini, Asia Deluxxe and Chartreuse Money. Enjoy spectacular New England drag, immersive décor, party favors and a seasonal brunch menu. Two seatings at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

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An orange-colored cocktail with a slice of lemon on a cocktail pick, in a clear glass with ice cubes. 
MONDAY–SATURDAY | 4:30–6 PM

VERMOUTH HOUR AT CHAVAL

A Spanish take on happy hour, with French elegance. Join us for vermouth, wine, cocktails, and seasonal small plates in Chaval’s West End brasserie.

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SEASONAL & ONE-NIGHT EVENTS

From wine dinners to chef collaborations, our calendar of one-night gatherings changes with the season. Join the Chaval Table below to hear first.

  • A restaurant interior with a wooden dining table set with napkins, utensils, and glasses, a black chair, and a wall decorated with a modern light fixture and scattered cutout figures.

    WINEMAKER DINNERS

    Seasonal, multi-course evenings paired with visiting winemakers.

  • Close-up view of decorative oval wall art with natural patterns, mounted on a white wall, seen through a blurry foreground object.

    HOLIDAY BRUNCHES

    Festive seating for the holidays, Mother's Day, and more.

  • Close-up of gourmet dish with roasted octopus atop a bed of mashed potatoes, garnished with microgreens and herbs, served on a black plate.

    CHEF COLLABORATIONS

    One-night menus with guest chefs from around New England.