Makoto, a new Japanese restaurant from the owners of Portland's Yosaku, is on track to open April 1 on Cottage Road in South Portland. (Courtesy of Makoto)The owners of Portland ‘s Yosaku aim to open a sushi and small plates Japanese restaurant on Cottage Road in South Portland this spring. Rattanak “Ram” Tray and his wife, Hope MacVane-Tray, are launching Makoto at 448 Cottage Road, former home to Elsmere BBQ. Makoto’s bar program features seasonal and staple cocktails, beer and wine, along with sake, Japanese whiskey and a highball machine for consistently mixed whiskey sodas. Makoto will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 4:30-9 p.m.

Source: CNN March 06, 2026 15:50 UTC