Chaval sits on Pine Street in Portland's West End, cooking Spanish and French-inspired plates shaped by seasonal Maine ingredients. The kitchen changes its offerings with the season, with a wine list and craft cocktails built to run alongside the food, in a dining room known for close, attentive service.
Beyond the main room, Chaval keeps a private dining space for rehearsal dinners, celebrations, and corporate gatherings. Co-owner Ilma Lopez oversees the restaurant's custom cake program, available both for guests dining in and for outside occasions.
Portland Press Herald's city magazine named Chaval one of its best restaurants of 2025.
Beyond the main room, Chaval keeps a private dining space for rehearsal dinners, celebrations, and corporate gatherings. Co-owner Ilma Lopez oversees the restaurant's custom cake program, available both for guests dining in and for outside occasions.
Portland Press Herald's city magazine named Chaval one of its best restaurants of 2025.