Restaurants in Portsmouth

“shoutout to my boy brandon. after I went into an in-depth story about how much I hate pickles he made sure to write “no pickles, anywhere“ on my order just to ensure that I would not have to taste a pickle.”

“Great food "the hot potato awsome”

“Jill is the best!! Never fire her!! And make sure she gets a rise!! Jill was our server and she was amazing!! The food was GREAT, I got the fisherman’s platter and shared it with my friend and it was still enough for a meal!! If you are ever in Portsmouth you had better come here!! Without Surf Portsmouth New Hampshire couldn’t survive!! Also, it’s smart to get a reservation before going!! We came off the road and they still got us in under 5 minutes!”

“A very hospitable staff! Will definitely drive an hour from where i have moved to just to eat at this establishment. Been over 25 years since ive had d'angelos. So yummy!”

“Fine pastries made by chef Sharif and his team… great espresso with a French vibe all the way down to the bistro chairs and marble top tables situated in a picturesque cobblestone alley overhung by ivy and beautiful trees. Portsmouth’s greatest hidden gem that everyone seems to know about.”

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“The Beet and Goat Cheese Salad! The Haddock and Lobster in Papillate! Absolutely fresh and delicious!”

“The food is out of this world good!!!!”

“Love the new place. And the food is ALWAYS awesome! Owner and workers are very friendly and work hard.”

“From the start I felt I was walking into a dream. Beautiful and unexpected decor. Stylish, Upscale, Modern. Not what I'm familiar with in most Asian restaurants. Enchanting and romantic.

As they say, 'you eat with your eyes first', and right off the bat, my eyes were telling me we were about to dive into something flavorful, delicious and satifying.
The Pho noodle bowl with shrimp was steaming and presented with a side of garnishes; basil, mint, jalapeno, bean sprouts, lime wedges and a little dish of the best house made hot sriracha. Wow! Packed a flavor-filled punch. We used every bit of it. (Will take tums later).
The grilled lemongrass chicken thighs were juicy and so, so good. Excellent alongside a perfect bowl of garlic ftied rice.

The servers were so friendly and helpful when we asked questions about origins of some of the dishes.

If I lived anywhere near this place it would be a frequent dining choice.
Or even to come for cocktails. The bar is stunning. We had a 3 hour drive to home ahead of us so we couldn't induge. But, if they put as much care into making a good drink as they do into everything else, I'm certain it's worth a visit to just relax and enjoy a drink while sitting at the gorgeous bar.

I hope we travel this way again soon. Will be a top choice on my list of dining places to enjoy.”

“Amazing food! Traveling through from the South, didn’t think we’d find Bbq this great up North!”

“First impression: love! Sooo trendy and cute inside

Service: everyone was super friendly, seems like everyone is working together and helping each-other out

Food: AMAZING. The carrots were life-changing and I can’t stop thinking about them. We also had the muscles which were so good, the bowl didn’t even have any broth after we were done with them.”

“My husband and I had the best experience tonight! The food was amazing. We started with the tuna appetizer and the cure wedge salad - so good! He had the filet and I had the short ribs - both were so tasty and cooked to perfection. Our server was super attentive and so personable! We’ll definitely be returning when we’re back in the area!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Comfort food meets fine dining. Great atmosphere, service was great. The food was amazing. Will definitely be back !!!”

“Last night was truly a one of a kind experience for my husband and I. From the moment we walked into the door, being greeted so warmly by the owner. Throughout our meal the staff was genuine and kind with helping us celebrate our wedding anniversary. Making us both feel truly special. I have never experienced this level of top notch service in a restaurant in my life. Thank you for a wonderful night and experience, Tonya C”

“oh wow... what a find! We were looking for a seafood restaurant when passing thru the area and the name caught our attention. We had an amazing dinner! We both chose the seafood fettuccine, which was heavenly - incredible pasta and sauce topped with succulent seafood. Desserts were lavender creme brulee and white chocolate cake...Holy cow! Dinner and service were both top-notch.. and we can't wait to return!”

“I’m from the Boston area and was meeting a friend in Portsmouth for dinner. We picked Durbar Square and we’re definitely not disappointed. We had an absolutely fabulous meal there. The chicken chili was a delicious, and a different approach than any chili I’ve had before. The chicken was perfect cooked. The sauce was full of flavor. They also ask you to pick yours spice range from 1-10 so you can choose what suits you best. The owner, John, is totally engaged with his customers and if you want, can even demonstrate a yoga pose or 2 (which he is very good at). Just overall a great place to eat.”

“Coconut soup is mouthwatering, healthy and delicious!”

“I never write reviews but this place is AMAZING! My mom & I stopped in for crepes, we had a sweet one and a savory one and also a tart and vanilla ice coffees. Everything was perfection and tasted great! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, the atmosphere very nice. This was the highlight of our trip we loved it so much and will definitely be returning! 🥰”

“This is one my favorite spots in Portsmouth. They have onsite parking which is a determinant at times. I frequent here and have never been disappointed.. The menu changes with the seasons, which keeps the choices fresh and exciting. The craft cocktails are clever and delicious. Try the Cloister! Sometimes I stop in just for a drink and a snack, but I live getting a many courses and going all out. The agnolotti seems to be a constant, and it’s a must order every visit. During the winter months, my all time favorite is the cassoulet. This has one of the best flavor profiles I’ve ever tasted. I’m not kidding. Don’t forget to order the soufflé in advance for a delectable and interactive experience. Great service, food and atmosphere. You can’t go wrong here.”

“This is the best Japanese food I have ever had. All of the food came out hot and perfectly garnished and tasted amazing!! I highly recommend the Miso Eggplant, Spicy Crab Fried Rice, and Karaage! All of the meat was perfectly cooked and basically melts in your mouth. Even though the items are a bit pricey, they are more than worth it!
The staff here is incredible as well! They are prompt, helpful, and courteous. Our waiter did excellent in recommending the best dishes on the menu!
Even though it is attached to the hotel, this restaurant is open to anyone. It's very beautiful and organized on the inside and was an extremely pleasant atmosphere for a slow meal.”

“We booked the private dining area and had a great experience. Service was great and we were not rushed at all. Food and drinks were good and the overall booking process with Zoey was easy and transparent.”

“We love Rosa's. The food is always excellent and authentic. Gluten free penne pasta is undetectable from traditional. The house salad will make you ask; "How do they do this?". Atmosphere is so comfortable and inviting. Great service too. Remember if they are busy it's because they are GOOD!”

“We love Cafe Med ♥️ they are amazing and never disappoint”

“I always love coming to the Pink Bamboo. The servers are so kind, the owner is amazing, and the quality of ingredients is perfect. I always leave here so incredibly full and happy. We’ve been coming here for at least 4-5 years and no other hot pot can compete. They may have a smaller selection of broths, but it’s worth it for the quality. Thank you Pink Bamboo for all your hospitality and can’t wait to come back soon!”

“My absolute favorite in Portsmouth!”

“I work at the Moffatt-Ladd House across the street and have been meaning to come over and experience their menu, as we often have overlapping customers. Our host sat us right away, drinks were fabulous, and all the meals were absolutely amazing! (I had the caribbean grilled swordfish.) My mom had been here with her parents in college in the early 80s and clearly Casey is carrying the mantle well. Thank you especially to our server, Rachel!”

“My daughter and I dined here and enjoyed it very much. The server was great, fun, polite and fast. Food was fab. We had the poutine, a unique and delicious take, and the beet salad. Drinks were strong. Very enjoyable dining experience. Will definitely be back and recommend.”

“Great service, we were met with a smile at the door. Had a fabulous meal! One of our party has to eat gluten free due to her food allergy. The staff was knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. Not only did I feel safe about no cross contamination, the gluten free food was fantastic! We had Appetizers, entrée and dessert. (The Gluten free Beignets were out of this world) Please make them a permanent item on the menu! Good portions, even left with boxes of leftovers. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back! Thank you, Jillian for a great experience. 😁😁😁”

“Delish !! From start to finish everything was fabulous! From the amazing door that you walked through to the woodwork and the brick and the old Portsmouth feel The food was fabulous. It actually made my taste buds dance! If you are in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. Staff is top-notch.”

“The decor and the coffee takes me back directly to Turkiye. Looking to go back and try other things!”

“Finally made it here and what a gem! Being a super fan of Bamee Durham, this place was so needed in Portsmouth! Love you guys! 😂”

“This place is awesome. The music was wonderful. Our waitress “Jade” was phenomenal. The hot tea was my favorite, brought out in its own little tea pot. The food was mouth watering delicious.”

“Great staff too! The food is good too!”

“Bomb breakfast food! Great atmosphere and a wonderful experience from all the staff! Thank you”

“I love this place. Everyone is just so friendly and warm. It's so nice to be in a place that remembers that I am your consumer. I'm consuming your thaichovski with a little chocolate and a shot (no rum though, weak!)....But I'm also consuming your smiles, your good energy and your kindness. Thanks for keeping me going all day! See you tomm! Love, Wonderwoman”

“delicious.. great food. next time we are in the area we will be back”

“The hot dog was awesome, I don’t remember what I drank but it was good too. So I had two! Cheers I’ll drop by during a storm if I m not working it!”

“amazing food and atmosphere. staff is friendly and very attentive. have been 2x now and will definitely be back. highly recommend”

“We had the shrimp chowder today and it was amazing! Never had a bad experience with this lovely gem! The service is great and the food is excellent.”

“Been amazing for years!!!”

“Very tasty and only took 8 minutes after ordering to create 2 wonderful burgers and spicy fries. Mint -Mango lemonade was very refreshing. No wait at 1205 for lunch on a Thursday at the Portsmouth location. Great job!”

“Coffee is great. Every couple months I order online. Highly recommend”

“We came for happy hour, and everything was great. Our server was very friendly, and the food was delicious. The burgers are HUGE. I got a small burger on the happy hour menu and it was plenty. Definitely order the fried pickles- they are really good!”

“Went to Gibbs for the first time last night for dinner. Our waitress was so friendly and accommodating, offering to bring out my son’s food first so he could eat sooner (he’s almost 3). We ordered the grilled wings which were delicious as well as the Reuben and prime rib. Everything was good! Friendly and laid back atmosphere. Will come back again.”

“It’s very very nice in here, employees were nice but oh my gosh it’s so humid and it smells like an indoor pool. Could not wait to leave the indoor but other than that everything is awesome!”

“We had a great Independence day having lunch at the Ikko! My boys didn't stop raving about the amazing food and funny entertainment by our cook at the hibachi! My youngest even said if he had $100 he would give it to him that's how good he was LOL The service was on point, my youngest has celiac disease and allergic to gluten but had no problem as the menu was adjusted to his needs. As a picky eater, my youngest ate everything and even asked for seconds. My boys talked about booking their birthday dinners here even though its not until months away. Would highly recommend and will come back for sure!”

“Our dinner was over the top fantastic - the presentation, flavors, service, ambiance, entire setting far exceeded imagination. So amazing, decadent, lovely. We were so thrilled to get a reservation, and to have such a wonderful dining experience. Thank you Cava!!”

“One of my favorite restaurants in Portsmouth 🥰 The food is absolutely delicious and the staff is amazing. They always go above and beyond for their customers.”

“Good service good food and good drinks❗️”

“Amazing place, awesome bartenders! Great speak easy bar!!”

“Alex at Portsmouth was a customer service rockstar! He went above and beyond to make our experience amazing. I told him I wouldn't devour my entire sub in one sitting, and he asked how much I'd eat. I said half, and he cleverly put mayo and oil on just half, with extra on the side for later. Talk about a genius move to avoid a soggy sandwich! And let's talk about this beast of a gluten-free sandwich!”

“We were in town for a wedding and stumbled upon Bennett's Sandwich Shop while out and about. I'm so glad we did because the sandwiches were delicious and the atmosphere/vibe was very pleasant. It was such a lovely sandwich shop! I would definitely recommend it!”

“Great atmosphere, food was good, snd reasonably priced. Live music was great.”

“Always love the pulled pork sliders and amazing seasoned house fries…always fast great service with a smile!”

“We love this place!!! The live music is awesome.”

“Roast beef so sooo tender! Best beef in NH for sure. Probably best in the region.”

“Terrific sandwiches. Love their lavender lemonade.”

“Breadbox was AMAZING and donated pizza to our fundraising event for cancer research. They were kind, timely and happy to give to a great cause. We love breadbox!”

“Magnifique! Service like no other. I drove 40 miles for this. I pulled up and they delivered my food to the car. We had a three course meal for three. We shared them family style at home becuase everyone wanted to taste each main, and each dessert. We had Salmon provencal, Beef confit bundle and a Duo of duck. With some candle light and a good wine you are transported to France. All were cooked to perfection and the sauces made my tongue think it was in heaven. Best value take out in New England by far.”

“We popped in here based on reviews for a quick dinner before a comedy show last night. Our server was super attentive and kind, the pizza was loaded with toppings, and our check came to a grand total of $26 for two drinks and a pizza. Pretty unmatched value for 2025, definitely recommend!”

“The pizza was great. I loved every bite of it. It was made more healthily. Our server Kelly was catering to our needs quickly.”

“Firstime here. Everything and everyone was perfect! DELICIOSO!”

“You cannot go wrong with 5 Guys”

“It’s simple and so delicious!!!”

“While the new cafe only opened today, I already know I have a problem. Staff is friendly, snacks are delicious, and the cafe is adorable! What a great addition to 75 Portsmouth Ave!”

“This is a Portsmouth must!! Great ice cream and super friendly customer service, we had the peppermint stick ice cream and I recommend ordering it before it's gone!! We ordered it and took home a pint!”

“Stopped in to Kilwins to grab a soda for my diabetic boyfriend who had low blood sugar, they don’t sell loose sodas but were very kind and just gave him one so we really appreciate that! Excellent treats, caramel apple was delicious and they offered to cut it so it was easier to share which I really like, and the fudge is delicious 💖💖 thank you guys next time we are in Portsmouth we will stop in again :)”

“Excellent, fresh sandwiches at very reasonable prices. Boars Head meats and creative combinations!”

“Super cute. Tried a smoothie, 2 different juices plus a ginger shot while in Portsmouth. They had bowls as well on the menu. Worth going to for a healthy option.”

“Good place for take a Breakfast. Vraiment une belle place pour déjeuner. Je recommande.”

“We were very impressed the locals seemed to know each other and the staff knew them,despite that we felt comfortable welcomed waited on quickly the food was great. Looking forward to return than,s”

“We love the sandwich. Young man who waited on us was very friendly.”

“We love the sandwich. Young man who waited on us was very friendly.”

“We love the sandwich. Young man who waited on us was very friendly.”

“Have been buying their pizza slices for years, and it's always been the best pizza I've ever had from anywhere! Delicious, great variety, hot, and always ready to eat on the spot or take home. The service is wonderful. Always with a great smile! Keep up the good work. It's hard to find food and service this good!”

“Love the new place. And the food is ALWAYS awesome! Owner and workers are very friendly and work hard.”

“Kim Lai is our favorite Chinese restaurant. We have been going there, often with friends, about once a week for years and just love the place. The food is delicious and the portions are very generous. The staff is great and we have such a good time with them. We utilize their take-out service for large family gatherings during the holidays. We strongly recommend Kim Lai and in fact will be going again tonight. The boneless spareribs and hot and sour soup are Daane's favorite appetizers, followed up by exploring the many different dishes on the menu. We think you will enjoy Kim Lai!”

“I’m from the Boston area and was meeting a friend in Portsmouth for dinner. We picked Durbar Square and we’re definitely not disappointed. We had an absolutely fabulous meal there. The chicken chili was a delicious, and a different approach than any chili I’ve had before. The chicken was perfect cooked. The sauce was full of flavor. They also ask you to pick yours spice range from 1-10 so you can choose what suits you best. The owner, John, is totally engaged with his customers and if you want, can even demonstrate a yoga pose or 2 (which he is very good at). Just overall a great place to eat.”

“We were very impressed the locals seemed to know each other and the staff knew them,despite that we felt comfortable welcomed waited on quickly the food was great. Looking forward to return than,s”

“We LOVE Dave over at TD Garden. He is always efficient, friendly and on time. We always appreciate when he tries to accommodate in list minute needs. The coffee is delicious and he offers a few varities of different seasonal drinks. Highly reccomend!”

“I couldnt believe the outside of D Street (Daniel Street Tavern) today. It has an outside seating area (very clean and welcoming) as well as a NEW Food Menu. I couldnt believe how tasty the 1/4 pound lobster roll was (came with Coleslaw, pickle and small bag of chips) for $20. The alcohol free Bloody Mary was spicy/tasty and a good addition to the role. They have many deals on alcohol but also lots of non alcohol options (pop, juices and non alcoholic beer). Place is very clean and server VIVI is on her Game!!! So much more then a Dive Bar!!!!”

“This is my new favorite takeout restaurant in Portsmouth. My husband got the lamb curry and I got the butter chicken. Each meal was especially flavorful and the curries in each dish were different, which is very important to me. Other restaurants in the area seem to use the same curry for every dish. We opted for Hot when ordering our meals. That is the middle spice option. That was the perfect amount of heat to me and I normally add extra heat to everything I cook. We also ordered vegetable samosas which were very crispy and fresh. The Tamarind chutney had a good balance of sweet and tangy. The staff is very friendly, the restaurant is very clean and I highly recommend that people give Taaza a try.”

“Highly suggest the burnt ends, salmon entree & the budino for dessert! Snack mix is a yummy option to munch on while golfing before sitting down for a meal! Approachable country club vibes with top notch food & drink!”

“shoutout to my boy brandon. after I went into an in-depth story about how much I hate pickles he made sure to write “no pickles, anywhere“ on my order just to ensure that I would not have to taste a pickle.”

“This place is awesome. The music was wonderful. Our waitress “Jade” was phenomenal. The hot tea was my favorite, brought out in its own little tea pot. The food was mouth watering delicious.”

“The Filet Mignon was so tender, and flavorful! Each bite was an experience! Staff was remarkably Pleasant, and attentive! very amazing their ability to set such a relaxing tone definitely a place where you can let your guard down and enjoy company while experiencing amazing food an wine would also be an amazing place for a larger party family and friends could get lost amongst themselves in a place like this their private vault room is beautiful”

“Great food "the hot potato awsome”

“Great view when sitting outside. The food was tasty but not to die for. My fries had good seasoning, but they were a tad cold. The crab cake sandwich had bacon on it and a great texture. Also, the waitress was friendly and prompt at serving us.”

“It's absolutely beautiful and very cozy and comfortable! Cute little sitting areas fireplaces and a full market arrangement of food!!! Literally so many many options! A little overwhelming but once you find your spot it all falls together.”

“Amazing food, great wait staff!”

“If anyone’s wondering, the “Ethel’s” lobster roll is one of the best I’ve ever had ! The oysters were out-standing as well ! I’ll def be back... 😋”

“Bomb breakfast food! Great atmosphere and a wonderful experience from all the staff! Thank you”

“A very hospitable staff! Will definitely drive an hour from where i have moved to just to eat at this establishment. Been over 25 years since ive had d'angelos. So yummy!”

“Great place. Holy taps! Food & service was top notch. Family friendly- our kids loved it too 🙂”

“Fine pastries made by chef Sharif and his team… great espresso with a French vibe all the way down to the bistro chairs and marble top tables situated in a picturesque cobblestone alley overhung by ivy and beautiful trees. Portsmouth’s greatest hidden gem that everyone seems to know about.”

“Great food and service. Highly recommend!!”

“Amazing food! Traveling through from the South, didn’t think we’d find Bbq this great up North!”

“My daughter and I dined here and enjoyed it very much. The server was great, fun, polite and fast. Food was fab. We had the poutine, a unique and delicious take, and the beet salad. Drinks were strong. Very enjoyable dining experience. Will definitely be back and recommend.”