What to do while you wait for your laundry?
The Maine Launder Center is truly located in an ideal spot. There are some great nearby attractions and restaurants where you can pass the time while you laundry is spinning.
Food, Drink, and Snacks
The Cookie Jar - Great pastries, donuts, cakes, and of course cookies. It's less than a half mile away. Pop by if you need a sugar fix.
Terra Cotta Pasta Co. - Stop in to check out their selection of handcrafted pastas and sauces. They also serve subs, salads, and desserts for lunch.
Thai Taste - One of the tastiest Thai restaurants in the area is located about 400 feet away from us. If you require a regular intake of Drunken Noodle or Pad Thai, by all means, go here!
Sam Di Pietro's Market - When it comes to an Italian sandwich, locals argue about who serves the best. The top contenders are Sam Di Pietro, and Amatos. Go in and try for yourself. There's a wide selection of sandwiches, pizzas, snacks, and drinks.
South Portland House of Pizza - Loads of pizza, and hot and cold sandiches. Try the chicken souvlaki, a real yummy Greek favorite.
David's 388 - Delicious, creative cuisine from master chef David Turin. Casual and comfortable dining.
Scratch Baking - Check out this fresh bread market, selling fresh bread baked daily. You'll also find "stuff that goes with bread", like cheeses, cured meats, wines, and condiments.
One Fifty Ate - Selling lunch and breakfast sandwhiches on bread baked by Scratch Baking. This may be the best egg sandwhich in the area.
Parks and Beaches
Fort Williams Park - A short drive up the road you'll find Fort Williams Park, home to Portland Head Light. There's walking paths along the coast, rock climbing, and forts to explore!
Bug Light Park - Great location for a picnic, a walk, or to fly a kite.
Fort Preble - Go for a walk on the beautiful campus of Southern Maine Community College, or walk the famous breakwater to Spring Point Light. Also, forts!
Willard Beach - have a walk, or a swim, or build a sand castle.
Ice Cream!!
Red's Dairy Freeze - This place is a classic. Go get a Boston Shake right now. We demand it.
Beal's Ice Cream - 100's of flavors of Maine made ice cream.
Willard Scoops - great local ice cream and it's right near Willard Beach.
