“The Puddle Dock was pretty much exactly as I expected, considering how much I had looked into it ahead of time. The entire reason for going was for the rarebit my boss had informed me of during a discussion about foods I had grown up with.The food was all incredible and was interesting to see the inside of the building since I had grown up going to Strawberry Bank as a child and getting pickles from a pickle barrel when it was a store. The post and beam structure still looks incredible and the layout of the bar is extremely well done. The atmosphere that is given was extremely laid back. The one thing that took away, for me, was a few of the wait staff that had come by have an arrogance when speaking to you that is a bit off putting. It is clear that it is not all of them but enough to discourage.I had an old fashioned, the rarebit which came with bits of duck, brussel sprouts and a fried egg on top as an appetizer and the Shepard's pie as a meal. The Shepard's pie came out with a crust making it look more like pot pie but added a wonderful texture to it. The flavor was incredible though be warned of how hot that dish is and how long it will need to cool. Definitely worth the visit and experience.“
“This place is pretty rad. My gf and I were looking for a cool spot for lunch (she's vegetarian, I'm not) and we found this joint. Sat at the bar, our server Lindsey was present but not looming, helpful but not pushy and kinda funny. Cocktail menu seemed new w names like "almost summer" and a solid beer list. The menu is broad enough that there were MANY options for each of us, and the portions were average to large. Whoever said the portions were small needs to stop ordering off the kids menu. Good music that you can recognize but always in the background. Just a cool, funky joint w great food. Eat here.“
“From the minute you walk into The Franklin you feel the warmth of the space. The servers are knowledgeable and friendly. We ate everything and it was flippin amazing - I took my sister and her husband here and his eyes lit up when he caught site of the selection of oysters! He still talks about The Franklin and makes me take him there every time they are in town.“
“Delightful restaurant in the historic district in Portsmouth! Very friendly, super attentive service! Zoe excellent wait person! American tapas; small bites meant to share. Fab beef sliders ? and super good and authentic Italian sausage mini sandwiches. Loved the crispy Brussel sprouts cooked in the style of Carciofi alla Roma! Both the mini Whoopie pies and cinnamon beignets were fab!! Great place with super convenient location. Parking is expensive in the whole area but plentiful. Great and super fun dinner!!!“
“I personally did not eat here but my wife and daughter, who has a severe dairy allergy ate here last night. My wife was overwhelmed with how accommodating they were and the level of seriousness that they took her allergy. I can't begin to tell you how amazing it is for us to go out to eat "like normal families do" and for it to not be a STRICTLY vegan restaurant. My wife told me she was close to tears. I just wanted to thank the staff at this great restaurant for giving them this experience. My wife and daughter are in town for a tour of UNH and I am very happy to know she will have a safe place to hang with friends and get a bite to eat without worry. It will definitely make the 5 and a half hour drive a little easier.Dietary restrictions: Severe dairy allergy“
“I've been to Tour on several occasions - dinner with my daughter, date night with my husband and a larger event/bday party. The simulators are a lot of fun, and if you are not into golf, it is also just a great restaurant to enjoy in town. They also have a nice bar and several screens for watching any type of sporting event. Definitely a great place to check out!“
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“Finally placed a takeout order at Bob's having passed by it many times, and glad we tried it. Our order was ready on time as promised and was accurately put together. I tried a broiled quarter chicken with two sides (mac & cheese, sausage stuffing) and some corn bread. Everything seemed home made, hot and quite tasty. The stuffing really seemed home made, but the mac and cheese was a tad dry for my liking. The chicken was tender, moist and delicious. Like most food these days at any restaurant/supermarket, prices seemed a tad high. Portion sizes were generous however. I'll be back to try the chicken pot pie, which is one of my favorite comfort food dishes. Give Bob's a try! Sorry no photos as I dug in so quickly I forgot to snap first!“
“Pretty busy at 630am on a Monday. But for good reason. Food was really good, had the hash house Benedict and it was cooked to perfection, including the potatoes. Only thing that stops the dish from being perfect was the hollandaise, it wasn’t bad but if it was better it would just make it flawless. The service was great even considering how busy it was. Would definitely recommend.“
“A delicious and memorable dining experience. The charm factor of this beautiful old space is off the charts and the staff were warm and friendly. Chef Evan Mallet is a wizard at sourcing the best local and seasonal ingredients. You can taste the passion and culinary skill in each dish. Reservations are not required but are highly suggested on busy nights. Pro tip: ask for the window tables upstairs to enjoy a romantic sunset!“
“Best pizza in Portsmouth! Great seafood offerings on the Dinner Horn side of the restaurant.Vegetarian options: Veggie pizza is my favorite offering.Parking: Caution, a portion of the parking lot goes underwater during King high tides. Once a month.“
“Ordered delivery via one of the apps. I meant to order from a closer location but got Portsmouth. Delivery time was extended 3 times. My fault for living more than 5 miles from the place. The tenders were fantastic. Absolutely delicious. Could use more sauce but were fine just as they were. When I Airfried the leftovers they were also great. I got onion rings. Very greasy. Thick. Very greasy. Probably wouldn't get them again. I got fries. Cold by the time I got them. Looked under cooked. Basically cold raw limp potatoes Order the tenders-you won't go wrong.“
“The staff is beyond caring. Drove up from NY. It had been awhile since I had seen my parents because I had broken both my elbows and ulnas and couldn’t move for many months. Took my mom and dad here for lunch per my mom’s request as she said it’s really her favorite. The staff quickly ran to clean off tables that people had just left. They were so understanding about my mom and dad’s walkers. They were incredible with all our different food requests and changes. Extremely patient with our complex order. They described the beer tastes and varieties for my partner. My mom is in the Cedar nursing home and she doesn’t get out much. So what they did next to make this special occasion even more special brought me to tears. My mom asked us for a popover with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup. It wasn’t on the menu. They made it and brought it over to my mom. The joy on my mom’s face I will cherish forever. I can’t thank you all for creating such a special afternoon for our family. It meant the world. Big hugs!“
“My mom and I met my niece here for lunch. This was our first visit but won’t be our last. The food and service were great. Portion sizes were more than we could eat. Thanks to our waitress for letting us hang out and visit for a while. Cool atmosphere too!“
“Food was pretty good... always is. Service not so great. I don't need a mom telling me when I need a water. Honestly it was rude. Didn't offer me a drink but water after 2 beers. Then left us alone for an hour... Will I return? Yes probably. Because it's local and has great food. Will that waitress be there? 9/10 says no. The service switches over every 3-4 months you never get the same people and that's weird to me... but the food is solid.“
“Went to a Christmas party here, it's beautiful. The staff is very nice and the food was great. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars, my only complaint, we were supposed to have dinner starting at 7, it was 830 before the salad came out and a little after 9 when dinner came.“
“Next to the water park on Lafayette Street. It has a very good Cinemagic movie theater, McKinnon's meat market, and Petco shop. There is also a convenient and very good Starbucks.Food can be had at the 99 Restaurant, Ollie's and Me, Subway's Restaurant, and Dough Craft Pizza. Cross the street for Taco Bell and Burger King. Across the street from Starbucks is Cantina Vida.The parking lot is currently under repair and building of a new structure.“
“State Street Saloon is one of those places that make you feel welcomed. Good food at reasonable prices. Going strong forever in good times and hard times . It defines the true Portsmouth, old school, hard working town that has seen a lot of changes since my parents moved here in 1979.“
“Had an awesome experience at the oar house this weekend. Got to sit at the bar and taste some new creations from the bartender. Was really cool watching the experimentation and getting a first glance at the upcoming drinks. Snagged a couple of photos ??“
“Great breakfast/lunch diner...Joe if your listening...I bet this place would be great for late night breakfast dinning on Weekends. It is understandable for restaurants were to shy away from the late night intoxicated crowds it would draw, not to mention overcoming staffing issues. It just seem like Portsmouth has no late night options other than Gilly's and the Canolli place on Congress St, and neither offer sitdown service“
“Renowned for its inventive dishes and welcoming atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of this charming coastal town, it offers a dining experience that combines local flavors with global inspiration. From fresh seafood caught nearby to farm-fresh produce, each dish is a celebration of the region's bounty. The menu is thoughtfully curated, featuring creative twists on classic favorites alongside innovative seasonal offerings. With its friendly service and cozy ambiance, The Kitchen invites guests to savor every moment and indulge in a truly unforgettable dining experience in Portsmouth.“
“The food was good and the service was great. Not a place to go if you want to have a conversation over dinner. Between the noise from the people at the bar and the excessive volume of the music it was like trying to talk to someone at a club. Our reservation was at 6 so it wasn't that we were there at a later time where you might expect the noise levels to be that high. They need to figure out if they are a bar or a restaurant because trying to do both makes for a poor dining experience. Probably wouldn't go back.“
“Everyone was super friendly. Lots of regulars. I had the Carnitas Mac and Cheese and it was perfect. Carnitas had great flavor, cheesy, and the macaroni wasn't mushy. Instead of table bread, they serve buttered popcorn. Very fun. Even my husband munched on the popcorn while we waited for our food.“
“We were a group of 13 with 1 waitress who couldn't handle such a large group alone. She was sweet as cab be and professional but very frazzled. Drinks were wrong, food was given to wrong person. She needed help. It wasn't fair to her. They knew we were coming so they should have had help for her. The Food was great. I will go back and happily have the same waitress with a smaller group. They hurt need to do better for their staff. I am a f&b manager which is why I understood the unnecessary chaos and wish they had help for her.The steak & cheese bomb was a bit greasy but delicious! The Buffalo chicken rolls and Feta dip Apps were amazing!“
“I rarely write a review about hotdogs. This dog is exceptional. I don't know how they figured how to encapsulate summer in a glinted dog on a random February evening but they did. The crunch, the snap, the delivery of toothsome bun with ever buttered bite. Yeah. hot dog. here in NH. at an unsurprising place. I have been told to eat hot dogs elsewhere and I am fiercely protective over red snappies in Maine. This is the dog that might make you wonder.It's fantastic. thank you jittos and all of your staff. I appreciate it.Parking: Parking is always fine!“
“One of the most welcoming, friendliest taverns in Portsmouth! Greta food, great atmosphere, great service and affordable prices. Add to this they are "kid friendly" it's a real nice place to go for a couple of drinks in the afternoon.“
“My gf and I came for lunch around 230, no problems with a bouncer and staff were all nice, professional, and courteous.Now, the real star of the show was the food. We ordered the hummus board and the fish and chips. The hummus is made in house and served with a veggie mix and house made pitas. We both loved the hummus and pitas, both were very delicious. The fish was also very well done, nice and flaky. Only issue, very small, was the breading on the fish was, in places, a little oily.F- the pain away, the mix drink I had, was very good.“
“We celebrated a birthday dinner here last week. The food was excellent; Madison (our server) was professional, efficient, thorough, and friendly; the setting was charming and had a great view of the river. We shared the caprese salad which was surprisingly memorable, and we each had a basket of fish and chips. We’d definitely come back here.“
“Had the prime rib special, it was a great price and a great cut cooked just right. The asparagus was grilled with a nice slight char. The staff was great. My side salad was chilled perfectly with a good portion of dressing. My only "little" complaint, the little square bowl it was packed into, resulted in a lot of the salad falling out onto the table no matter what I did. Everything else was perfect for myself and the rest of my party. If in the area I would visit again but ask for a larger bowl to put my side salad in.Great food·Great value·Creative cocktails“
“A nice, relaxing restaurant environment inside a Sheraton hotel. A heads up... the menu on their official website did not match what's on their actual menu in the restaurant when we were there. My boyfriend and I had looked at the online menu prior to deciding what restaurant to go to in town and already decided what we wanted to try based off the menu information online. The server mentioned that the restaurant do not have most of the food items available from what was listed on their official website, but the menu on OpenTable was more accurate. However, I thought the choices from their in-house menu were still great options. Originally, my boyfriend ordered the diver scallops entree, but then was told a few minutes later that the kitchen was out of scallops. My boyfriend had to take more time to figure out what he wanted for an entree as he was slightly disappointed when his choices (from the online menu and scallops) were not available. Our server tried to be as accommodating as possible though by suggesting other seafood entrees that the kitchen can do that's not on the menu but had the ingredients. My boyfriend didn't want to deal with further complications so he ordered the fish and chips. The fish itself was a big portion. The batter was quite salty, but the fish was moist and cooked nicely. I had the mushroom gnocchi which had a great amount of mushrooms and spinach with the gnocchi. The gnocchi has a nice crisp on the outside with a pillowy softness inside. Flavorful dish! If you plan on going to this restaurant after seeing their menu options online, then be aware that it is possible the restaurant may not be offering the same options currently.“
“Great place. Food is very good. But while i was ordering i asked if the women wouldn't make cheese soup out of my hot dog when she adds cheese. ( its just the way i wanted my hot dogs and thought she would want to know how i wanted them) nope i was told not to tell her how to do her job. I was not! You asked me how i wanted them. Never going back she was rude“
“I travel a lot so I don't always have time to visit this Applebee's. I like how this one has more elbow room around the bar ?. There are multiple flat screens showing different games.Service was good! My bartender /server, a young woman whose name starts with M was friendly and helpful. I don't want to mention her name ? in case she ends up with unwanted "friends" on her social media accounts. Can you imagine (dragons) Rachel or Ross pestering you about everything?!Anywho, I have tried the Honey ? BBQ and Sweet Asian Chili ?️ boneless wings. 50¢, how can you go wrong when they taste good. The Fiesta Lime Chicken was also good, for franchise food.I have ordered through the app for car side to go. The transaction and delivery went well.Free ? refill on my iced tea.The carpeted floor felt good to my tired feet. The bathroom was in good condition.I am recommending this Applebee's.Vegetarian options: Impossible Burger ? available. You can ask for it without cheese. I'm not sure if it would qualify as "vegetarian" since it is prepared next to meat.House ? salad ? available. You could request no chicken for the Strawberry ? Balsamic Salad.Dietary restrictions: The menu I looked at has markings for gluten free. There is a warning ⚠️ on the website that ingredients can conflict with allergies and conditions. The website recommends that you check the app for more information ℹ️.Parking: The Applebee's building has its own parking ?️ lot. There are spaces for curbside pickup .Kid-friendliness: Families are welcomed.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿ accessible.“
“Quaint place on the river. Outside was still closed but we ordered drinks and sat outside anyway. We had the Pear Pressure which tasted pretty good. And we also ordered sparkling Pom which we highly recommend. It was slightly too warm in the bar.“
“I have been here several times. And the ambiance is always great. The staff is great. I have had the duck, land, and steak, they were all delicious. The French onion soup is really good. Everything I have ordered here has not disappointed in taste. You can spend $100 on one person with food and drinks. But you should come here for the food and experience not the price if that matters to you.“