This cute basement dessert bar has a smaller menu but each item is made from pure heaven. There are no words to describe the mouth feel of this chocolate caramel torte. It was light, smooth, overwhelming with flavor and it melted shortly after hitting your tongue. I am visiting Portland for its charm. Im coming back for this dessert.

Very impressed by their desserts! I am not a fan of sweets generally and really enjoyed everything they had to offer. The desserts are very well developed and balanced rather than just being sugar bombs. Would definitely recommend!

Very, very good. We went on a great night and got outdoor seating. Our waitstaff was very nice and professional, and made it a fun experience - this place is one of the only places in Portland you can order a flight of desserts to try! They were all so good we were sad to go (and sad to be full). Will definitely visit again!

I am obsessed with this place! Gross being in the name is too funny because yes, they mix so many wacky flavors together that are so innovative and interesting! Sure, the corn flavored gelato was not my favorite but we were giggling the whole time regardless! I miss this place being open super late but maybe it will get back to that someday. Wonderful atmosphere and delicious & inventive food that keep us coming back for different experiences every time.

If I gave this place anything less than five stars, Id probably be single. The boyfriend wouldnt stop talking about this place, and understandably so. Im not a big dessert person, but I definitely enjoyed it, and theres not a thing I could criticize. The prices for what you get were reasonable, the service was good, and the desserts were creative. In fact, we went back in the morning to the bakery, which was also great. I think this might have tipped the scales to the boyfriend wanting to move to Portland. Hopefully theyre hiring . . .

We stumbled upon this place wow was it amazing we ordered four desserts everything was amazing you can’t go wrong and the people there are super nice and friendly.

So when you are walking past a place called gross that does desserts and drinks you have questions. Dont question anything. Go there, sit down, get a drink. Then eat the best dessert you have ever had that looks more like an art peice. The dessert was amazing Im sad I only got one. The host and sever were extremely friendly. The location is also very convenient of you just want an after dinner drink and dessert option. 15/10 would go again.

Nice after dinner stop for dessert/cocktail.I had the chocolate martini it was delicious ! They also have good flavors of icecream. I had blueberry and my husband corn …. Sounds odd but quite good. We also had a peanut butter almond dessert. Madison was super nice and helpful!

What a gem! I came here last night when I was craving something sweet. Its a beautiful location, great ambiance with the brick walls and arches and candlelight. Dana served me at the bar and she was wonderful. I had the PB &J goat cheese cheesecake and it was decadent

This place is TOP NOTCH. Gross Confection Bar is a single location restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Portland, Maine. They serve high-end deserts and cocktails in a laid back atmosphere with friendly and knowledgeable servers helping you along the way. This place is everything but gross which I believe is the whole point of their name but it was an absolutely fantastic way to end the night. They have indoor and outdoor seating and allow dogs outside. The inside seating is all brick and underground with a bar which is pretty cool. The desserts are complex, high quality, some are deconstructed and some are just magic. Coming from a culinary background, I can see the effort that this place is making at it certainly pays off in flavor. If youre looking for a sweet after dinner, this is the place to try out.My wife and I shared The Tasting Board which had five different desserts on one large plate. We thought the desserts were going to be one or two bites each but they were a bit bigger than we were expecting which was okay with us!The first dessert was Cherries, Chocolate and Coffee which included, a brownie, triple chocolate pudding, chocolate micro-cake, cherry jam, cocoa nib nougatine and coffee creameux.The second was Maine Strawberry Profiterole which had Maine Strawberry compote, amaretto cream, almond-orange florentine, raspberry coulis, and white chocolate lime crumb.The third was Citrus Goat Cheese Cake which consisted of, citrus curd, candied kumquats, orange powder, and white chocolate pearls.The fourth, a Vanilla Buttermilk Panna Cotta. It had, pistachio financier, yuzu gel, roasted strawberries, and coconut crunch.Lastly, the Brown Butter Carrot Cake. This dessert had, rice crack, espresso tuile, tonka bean creme anglaise, and apricot vanilla jam.My favorite was the Maine Strawberry Profiterole and the wifes was the Vanilla Buttermilk Panna Cotta. Its hard to even describe the flavor anything short of AMAZING. The complexity and care that goes into these desserts is insane and I would totally love to stage here if I lived in Portland haha. Our least favorite out of the five was the Citrus Goat Cheese Cake. It was too sour and tart for us. My first bite literally made me pucker and I felt as though I was eating a Warhead. It got better as I ate more of it but overall was just too sour and was hard to enjoy. But considering how it was a tasting plate Im not going to give any less stars because the rest of the desserts pulled through. If I had just gotten that by itself though I would have sent it back for something else.Also, the server went over the menu but only to tell us that The Taste was smaller dessert portions and The Set List was bigger portions. I would have liked to her what they are about and what her favorite dessert and drink was without having to ask. It adds to the experience to be walked through the menu as a customer whos never been there before.Food - 5 ⭐Atmosphere - 5 ⭐Service - 4.5 ⭐Overall - 5 ⭐Follow me for more reviews across America 😎🍔🍕🍨🍦🦖🔧Like this review if you found it helpful! 👍

Fancy desserts and strong delicious drinks!! amazing service, ambiance and vibes all around

Really wonderful service, great outdoor seating, fantastic cocktails and unreal desserts. I mean these babies were amazing. This place is spectacular and we will be back.

Amazing place to end a date night! Fantastic atmosphere, boozy and tasty drinks, and the best desserts Ive had in Portland to date. Brant and the Gross staff were kind, friendly, and professional. Best dessert spot in Portland!

We really wanted a quick and lowkey outing. My cocktail tasted very fresh. The menu prices seem fair considering how well thought out and detailed the experience they provide is. The menu is also very eclectic. Our deserts were to die for. I loved the ambiance.

Very impressed with their dessert offerings! We stopped in after dinner and tried a few different desserts. You can’t go wrong with anything, that’s how good everything was!

Really good - fun late night menu and deserts. Excellent service - unreal atmosphere.

Very decadent and rich deserts. Portion sizes and pricing is similar to fine dining. This is not a cheap date destination.

Most importantly, the service at this establishment was outstanding. So hard to find top notch service these days, and our waitress was on point. Passionate about her job and beyond knowledgeable about the menu. The coconut macaroon with passion fruit and apricot is one of the best desserts I’ve ever consumed. Just mind blowing. We also ordered the Camus Profiterole, which slapped hard as well. Can’t wait to make it back to explore more of the menu. Bourbon cocktail was also on point!

Don’t be fooled by the ironic name, this place is delicious!! Upscale and clever deserts. Try the chocolate martini!

A wonderful hidden jewel in Old Port. I am in love with the atmosphere here as it is relaxing and yet vibrant with music and people. A great staff makes this place a must see. Special thanks to Alex for making it a great experience with tasty recommendations.

Gross is doing a morning cafe to accompany their amazing dinner desserts. Great coffee...and That Scone was amazing.... Not too sweet but crisp on the edges.

Excellent service. Very friendly staff who walked us through the order, easily answered questions, and explained everything we ordered to us when it arrived.

Sooooo goooooood! We eat a lot of dessert and the is best!

They recently changed the menu so most of the desserts shown in the previous pictures are not available anymore, however they have similar plates. I came to this place with high expectations and they fell short. The service was below average. My water was never refilled, the server could not explained the plates properly and did not even know if you could make adjustments to the plate. The desserts looked good but were less of what I expected specially for the price of them. Some of the confections even lacked some presentation. However, they are not all bad, if you really like peanut butter their dessert is pretty good but it have a lot of the PB flavor. The place looked really good so the atmosphere was good.

Relaxing and chic atmosphere with friendly service. An excellent place for an uncommon dessert experience. Prices are definitely on the expensive side but the attention to detail and balance of sweetness and unique flavor combinations make a visit worth it if you can afford it (expect to pay anywhere from $8-18 for a single portion). Menu has plenty of options to choose from and has everything from fruity/tart to chocolate and everything in between. Drinks were great and even included mocktails and quality coffee drinks.Keep in mind you will be paying for the experience here, so if you’re just looking for a sugar rush this might not be the place. I could easily have eaten the entire super moist chocolate cake to myself even though it is listed as “for two”, but maybe that’s just a testament to the quality! Be sure to bring someone with you for the full experience because there are a lot of items designed for sharing with two or more people, unless you are ready to shell out $20-30 to have one all to yourself.

Wow! The bartender was fun, welcoming, knowledgeable, and makes amazing drinks! The desserts are not only ridiculously tasty but the presentation is phenomenal, the flavor combinations are inventive and expertly crafted! The jasmine rice is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, the butterscotch amaro pots de creme might just have the best texture in the world, and the peanut butter jelly thyme evokes the nostalgia of childhood while also tasting very refined. Absolutely incredible! A must try!

We came to this dessert bar after Solo Italiano. I was really craving for brown butter something, so I voted for the panna cotta. Im not entirely sure what we got, but it definitely isnt panna cotta. The goat cheese cheesecake wasnt a cheesecake either, more like a smear of cheese cream, but it was quite yummy.1. Maine Goat Cheese Cheesecake (poached figs, candied almonds, almond crust, vin cotto)2. Brown Butter Panna Cotta (pineapple, jasmine, rice crock, rum, yuzu, lime)

Truly an amazing, delicious experience and worth every single penny. We have been a number of times now and each dessert is unique and utterly delicious. Very friendly staff.

Such a great late night treat. Stop in for amazing desserts and drinks. The service was perfect.

Worst the cost, at least once. I was skeptical of the prices, but wow, these were good.

This place is amazing! The desserts are so delicious and unique. So many choices you just want to order the whole menu!

Had breakfast here. The breakfast sandwich was hard to digest, upset my stomach. The coffee was okay. I did like the atmosphere. Would not recommend breakfast here.

The food was tasty, but the portions were tiny, and the cheesecake was more of a custard. Additionally, our server was a bit unfriendly.

Delicious and unique desserts, just be prepared to spend a fair bit on them

My favorite place with elevated desserts. Chef’s personality shines through his fantastic creations. Each dessert is plated with a great style and is balanced in flavor. I feel like I’ve tried and loved everything! Within my dessert quest I always try to get a scoop of goat ice cream. If you haven’t tried it, you are missing out!

First time there, and it was amazing! There were 4 of us, so we got the tasting board - which gave each of us 3,4 bites of 5 different desserts. Each one a delight.

Sitting here in Heaven!!!! Eating a slice of this amazing chocolate cream pie that a friend brought for Thanksgiving. My favorite part of the holiday is leftover pie and coffee for breakfast. I’m eating it slow and savoring every bite. The filling is so chocolaty, so creamy and the chocolate crust is a treat in itself. Have never heard of Gross Confection bar before but now I have to go there!!!! Might have to have pie for lunch too!!!Cookin Carol

Got some takeout dessert from here so cant speak to their dining service but - takeout was good! Only two takeout options for now which was a bit slim pickings but both options were quite tasty. Would love to see the takeout options expand especially now. Staff was really kind and definitely adhering to COVID precautions. Hoping to return to sample more of their menu.

Surprising and delicious combinations!

Got the Gross Confection Mess It was delicious!! Service was great as well!

Considering the price, you get a nice modern looking dessert with a lot of rich, flavor. Pictured is the coconut macaroon ($6).

The destination for the best and most unique sweet or savory desserts in New England.Warm atmosphere and service.We were blown away with the taste and quality.The morning bakery also offers a top standard of baked goods and coffee.

Coffee and dessert were very good.

You can’t miss this spot. If you’re tired of regular old cheesecake, try their own spin on it!

Came here last night with some co-workers. It was a great atmosphere, everyone loved their drinks and desserts. Service took a little long, but it wasnt bad enough to significantly detract from the experience. Pleasant way to finish the evening

Gross Confection Bar is truly a unique and wonderful experience. Creativity and service abound here. Im looking forward to my next visit.

Excellent cocktails and desserts! Great for an after drink, drink!

Phenomenal dessert bar. Totally tops gourmet. Incredible service, decadent menu and incredible bar program.

Amazing atmosphere and even better desserts.

Nice quiet atmosphere for a sweet treat and cocktail. Isabella was very pleasant and took time to explain the menu offerings

This place was divine, I dont recommend going because its too sinfully good. Just kidding you need to check this place out!

Cozy, brick-laden spot that I’d love to eat at in post-covid times. Instead, ordered the Gross Confection mess (take-out) that my husband and split...and we probably could have eaten another! A fudge cake, mouse, caramel popcorn mess of a dessert.

Bananas, chocolate and coffee w/ a scoop of vanilla ice cream. And coffee. Fantastic.

Loved loved loved it!!! 😍

Holy heck! The desserts here are just AMAZING! Cant wait to go back again. As an added bonus, you never know what youre going to hear for music. Very fun staff.

Absolutely delicious. Honestly save your dollars at any other restaurant for dessert...go to Gross instead and you won’t be disappointed. My sister and I sat at the bar! The bartender was very super friendly and helpful. We will be back for sure!!

Expensive but delicious. Youd think a dessert bar would be sickly sweet but they find a way to balance the taste so its not overpowering. Cocktails and beer selection is great too! Perfect for dates.

The service was excellent and the atmosphere was pleasant, but the menu wasnt really to my liking. The ingredients were of a high quality, and the menu certainly tried to give you unique and interesting recipes. The cocktails were quite good.

Fantastic tucked away space with a great vibe. Desserts are a unique take on many dishes with a combination of flavors not traditional of many dishes. Presentation is just as impressive as the taste. Even the best restaurants in this city (or others for that matter) dont come close to the experience as a whole. This is a cant miss destination if you are into creative and flavorful dessert.

Absolutely delightful experience. The desserts were exceptional! Got the shortbread special with local berries and the lemon angel food cake. In each, the proportion of cake to cream to gelato was just perfect. And great service! Waiters were extremely attentive. A delicious way to end your night.

Rachel and Maribel were amazing!!!!! Even if the menu disappointed (which it Absolutely DIDNT) they made the experience sooooo much better!!!!We tried three nights in a row to stop and savor amazing sweets and a night cap at Gross! Well it was worth the WAIT!!!! Soooo Good, a must stop in Portland!

The addition of peppercorns (and some other inedible seeds) to the beverage is not well thought out. They just make it difficult to drink. The more I drank, the more frustrated I became, and finally ended up returning the offending drink.The music was heavy metal which we found distracting. I just did a quick Google search and found that maybe 38% of people like heavy metal. I think playing something more universally acceptable would allow more patrons to feel more comfortable.The deserts were interesting. But I couldnt help feeling as though the creator of them was being self-indulgent of their creativity and more focused crafting unique/weird items rather than delicious and desirable items. The two of us spent $80, tried lots of different stuff, and didnt have anything that would inspire us to come back again.And finally, lots of the deserts were served on wooden planks. Even some ice cream was served on wood. We find wood to be a terrible surface to eat off of. The ice cream soaks into the wood, the marshmallow sticks to wood, and with wood being porous, it doesnt feel as though it can be thoroughly clean. The plating again made me feel as though the creator of the dishes was more focused on form over function.

Well there is outdoor seating, and menu options but they didnt have some of the menu. Really when I asked for Iced Tea on a 100 degrees burning Saturday, all they had was hot coffee.

Really really tasty, just wish their were some options for bigger portion sizes.

I cant say enough good things about this place. Went with the wife after dinner for drinks. Ended up getting peach cake that was amazing. The atmosphere is interesting and staff is excellent.

Had the platter and it was amazing. Highly recommend for spectacular dessert.

The goat cheese cheese cake is something I would definitely recommend to a friend and 100% go back for. Our server was very polite and attentive even with a full section from what I could see. Very happy with my visit!

Warm and romantic. Loved the cheese board..

The dream place for those who love sweets. Explosive flavors in every bite and dish. Great atmosphere too. Highly recommended.

We had the cheese and charcuterie platter which came out on a huge long board. All the cheese and meat were outstanding. We of course followed up with dessert. We got a sampler platter of 4 items, which also came out on a long board. All the desserts were excellent as were the drinks. I highly recommend a visit here!

I know its supposed to be a high end, expensive type dessert experience - but the minuscule amount of dessert was almost insulting. Also, we were promptly ignored for 5-6 minutes. The drinks we had tasted okay, but didnt seem well thought out - the whole peppercorns added nothing to the gin and tonic accept an annoyance as I had to try to drink around them. The flavor of the food was amazing. If youre looking to impress your high school or college girlfriend this is the place to go.

Great dessert and coffee. Enjoyed my visit.

It feels like the start of something new that may take time to become better. I like that its open late despite a long wait to be seated.They dont serve decaf espresso drinks and dont have a milk substitute because there is no space for that in the kitchen feels like its running on a tight budget. I wasnt impressed but would try again in a year to see if they have nailed down their vision.

It was okay as long as you dont have any allergies or preferences, since they wont make any alterations to the menu even to remove a drizzle from the dessert. I wouldnt recommend coming here based on that alone. Restaurants should be accommodating towards allergies.

I am glad I dont live to close or I would be a regular. Went for my birthday. Only suggestion is that they have a gluten free option like flourless cake.

Brant is an incredibly talented Chef, and this place is an incredible place to get your sweet on.

Come here with friends and get the sampler!You cant go wrong and will get to try all new things. Yum

Owner Brant is hot and friendly. Food and drinks are unique and delicious! The atmosphere is nice, seating is spread out and open late for the late night sweet tooth. A definite must visit when in town.

Amazing dessert spot!!! The menu changes all the time, but it has so many odd dessert concoctions, all of which are delicious. Dessert only, but also a full alcohol selection.

Absolutely wonderful experience. The desserts were superb and the ambiance was so cool. Love to have one of these where were from.

Whenever Im out for dinner with friends or family in Portland, I make them save room for dessert so we can pop in and see whats on the menu with you guys. Always a treat! (pun intended!)

This place is amazing! The desserts are creative and so delicious. Go with a group and order several to share. Great staff. Chill vibe.

Always consistent!!! This visit I had a picky toddler with me, but the chef delivered; whipping together a special sauce that my nephew loved. I highly recommend!!!!

The desserts are very small but very delicious. The ice cream is great. The drinks were not good. I was expecting something a little more tasty but a lot of the drinks were very bitter and too over flavored with odd spices. Great for desserts bad for drinks!

Delicious dessert and perfect cocktail. Owner and bartender all very kind. I used to work in the space when it was a Christmas ornament store and they kindly let me look around to see what theyve done to the place. Its a beautiful space and i highly recommend!

Always good desserts and service is excellent.

It may be pricey but don’t go out if you’re trying to be cheap! I like what this restaurant is doing here. Taking desserts to a whole different level. Menu is consistently changing which makes it interesting.

Amazing desserts, great mellow vibe, PERFECT date night visit. We really enjoyed our visit. The food was outstanding. HIGHLY recommend.

Great spot and wonderful environment. Fun spot to take an out of towner or to just grab something for the sweet tooth.

We had a black currant scone with creme cheese and it was the best we have ever eaten. Highly recommended!

Oh my God. I mean, we went to some pretty cool places, upscale dinners, really hip bars and breweries but Gross Confections was hands down the best and most exciting. We were going to go to Bar of Chocolate but our server at Boones blurted out Gross and we thought, if Gross is her immediate go-to, we should do that instead.Our server/bartender Jaren was AMAZING. Most friendly, personable, and informative server weve had all trip. He gave us a brief but helpful run down of the menu, was great to chat with (I think my boyfriend talked his ear off) and makes great drinks!! He definitely sealed the deal on our love of Gross.As far as what we ate... Well Ive never spent $100 on dessert before and it was well worth it. My boyfriend got the pistachio profiterole and loved it. It was delicious. I sampled ice creams and sorbets and was blown away!If I could steal Gross and bring it back to my town with me, I would. Thanks Jaren, thanks chefs at Gross! Well be back!

Gross is the furthest thing from gross. I have yet to have a dessert or drink that hasnt been amazing. If youre looking for a microwaved chocolate lava cake then go to applebees. If youre looking for something truly unique and delicious then go to Gross, you wont regret it.

Serious desert boards with multiple deserts espresso martinis its one of the only desert and coffee after dinner night cap places to chill and talk

It was fabulous, my wife and I enjoyed everything..cozy atmosphere good people

Awesome deserts and fun cocktails to go with them. Bartenders enjoy creating fun drinks to pair with your desert choice. Well worth dropping by after dinner.

Tasty and unique desserts with a nice ambience.

Such a wonderful place in the old port! Great location, fantastic drink selection and the desserts are the best BY FAR in Portland and beyond. We will be going back again and again!

Every time theres a new amazing dessert that will blow your mind

Dessert and wine bar, nothing to complain about. Torte was delicious and paired excellently with the wine I had.

Very high end, and a great experience. Someplace to bring visiting family to help them appreciate Maines growing food scene