Restaurants in Portsmouth
The Best Restaurants
Durbar Square Restaurant
10 Market St, Portsmouth, NH 03801First time trying the restaurant with a new type of Cuisine. Absolutely phenomenal. Definitely recommend this to anyone willing to try a new food. I will...
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- Superb319 Reviews4.7
Massimo's - Ristorante Massimo
59 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Exceptional. I went with a large group including two young kids and two babies. When I walked down the stairs to enter the owner was sitting with the two kids...
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- Superb612 Reviews4.6
Lexie's Joint
212 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Great value! The burgers here are unique, fun, and delicious. The fries are addicting and I couldn't get enough of them. We had the apple pie shake and it...
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- Superb250 Reviews4.7
5 Thai Bistro
40 Pleasant St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Oh I love this place, their red curry is one of my absolute favorites! The do a nice job with vegetarian offerings too, and I like their pad thai an awful lot....
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- Superb220 Reviews4.7
Green Elephant
35 Portwalk Pl, Portsmouth, NH 03801Have tried so many times to get in here and so glad we did! Cocktails are nothing short of incredible and gorgeous too! Chive dumplings and Roti app were...
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- Superb349 Reviews4.6
Colby's Breakfast & Lunch
105 Daniel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Place lived up the the hype!! #1 breakfast in Portsmouth by google reviews and trip advisor. We tried it and were very impressed. Irish Eggs with homemade corn...
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- Superb285 Reviews4.6
Nikki's Banh Mi Shop
697 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801My wife and I tried this spot over the weekend and it was amazing. We got the chicken Bahn mi, pad Thai and spring rolls. The bread for the bahn mi was...
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- Superb181 Reviews4.7
Surf Portsmouth
99 Bow St Suite 200W, Portsmouth, NH 038015 stars! Start to finish! Started with jalapeño salt rim tequila oyster shooter, then onto garlic tuna sushi roll. A brussel sprout caesar salad, Portuguese...
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- Superb284 Reviews4.6
Cafe Nostimo
72 Mirona Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801Had lunch there yesterday. The cleanliness is what you'd love in a restaurant. The gyros are amazing and best French fries I've ever eaten. The...
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- Superb167 Reviews4.7
Flatbread Company
138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801OK, so here's the deal. This pizza is legit, had the pepperoni and mushroom pie. I'm from NYC and I have had some of the best pizza there, Di...
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- Superb238 Reviews4.6
Bridge Street Bistrot & Wine Bar
64 Bridge St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Our absolute favorite restaurant! Transport yourself to France with the delightful atmosphere and food. We go often and feel so lovingly cared for each time we...
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- Superb140 Reviews4.7
The Friendly Toast
113 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Excellent service. The tots were delish. The blueberry pancake, just ok. I don’t understand serving chilled syrup on a warm pancake. Kind of ruins it for me....
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- Superb355 Reviews4.5
Earth Eagle Brewings
175 High St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Great for beers and hanging out, okay for food. My friends and I were hungry after checking out lighthouses all morning, and this placed popped up. Google Maps...
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- Superb191 Reviews4.6
Liars Bench Beer Co
459 Islington St #4, Portsmouth, NH 03801As I was looking through places I hadn't reviewed yet, I was shocked to see that I had not reviewed Liars Bench! This brewery is one of my local go-tos in...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.7
Botanica Restaurant and Gin Bar
110 Brewery Ln #105, Portsmouth, NH 03801Stopped here for a quiet dinner before the crowds started coming out for Valentines Day. This was our third time here, abd we sat at the bar. The drinks were...
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- Superb91 Reviews4.8
Popovers On the Square
8 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801One of the few places that wasn't packed (still crowded but not as much as other bakeries) in Portsmouth. We were really hungry before brunch so we walked...
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- Superb271 Reviews4.5
The Kitchen
171 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801The Kitchen is a staple in the restaurant scene in Portsmouth. With it's accolades for Best Taste Seacoast and it's feature on Diners, Drive-Ins, and...
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- Superb253 Reviews4.5
La Maison Navarre - Pastry, Bistro, Wine Bar
121 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801I go here mostly for the European vibes and the croissants and crepes, while good, not typically very filling which can be disappointing so I typically eat at...
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- Superb229 Reviews4.5
Shalimar India
80 Hanover St, Portsmouth, NH 03801I’ve been coming to Shalimar for over 10 years now, and their food has never disappointed. One of the best spots for Indian food in the Seacoast area, and...
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- Superb209 Reviews4.5
Black Trumpet
29 Ceres St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Black Trumpet was a wonderful experience all around. The food was true culinary greatness. The ambience was cozy and comfortable, and the staff were...
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- Superb188 Reviews4.5
Bennett's Sandwich Shop
41 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Absolutely love Bennett's and so happy that they are expanding to different cities across the northeast! Whenever I am in Portsmouth, I need my...
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- Superb158 Reviews4.5
Sanders Fish Market
367 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801They always have super fresh local seafood from local boats. Also have a good selection of beer and various vegetables. Also have really good lobster rolls....
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- Superb151 Reviews4.5
Raleigh Wine Bar + Eatery
67 State Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Came here by chance because every other restaurant was closed or booked on a Wednesday night. Called and the gentleman was pleasant and accommodating for four....
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- Superb131 Reviews4.5
Bob's Broiled Chicken Restaurant
Gallagher's Place, 801 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Don't let the strip mall exterior fool you Bob's is a home style cooking gem. Had the roasted half chicken with fries and steamed broccoli. The hand...
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- Superb127 Reviews4.5
Jumpin' Jay's Fish Café
150 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Great experience here for tuesday shuck a buck. Delicious, fresh oysters. Also had a salad which was good and the bread was delicious. The staff was extremely...
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- Superb219 Reviews4.4
THE INN Downtown
409 The Hill, Portsmouth, NH 03801The INN Downtown is the perfect home away from home. The apartments are comfortable, modern, spacious and very clean! It’s located in the heart of downtown...
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- Superb51 Reviews4.8
American Restaurants
American in PortsmouthPopovers On the Square
8 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801One of the few places that wasn't packed (still crowded but not as much as other bakeries) in Portsmouth. We were really hungry before brunch so we walked...
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- Superb271 Reviews4.5
The Kitchen
171 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801The Kitchen is a staple in the restaurant scene in Portsmouth. With it's accolades for Best Taste Seacoast and it's feature on Diners, Drive-Ins, and...
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- Superb253 Reviews4.5
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in PortsmouthNikki's Banh Mi Shop
697 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801My wife and I tried this spot over the weekend and it was amazing. We got the chicken Bahn mi, pad Thai and spring rolls. The bread for the bahn mi was...
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- Superb181 Reviews4.7
Flatbread Company
138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801OK, so here's the deal. This pizza is legit, had the pepperoni and mushroom pie. I'm from NYC and I have had some of the best pizza there, Di...
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- Superb238 Reviews4.6
Dinnerhorn
980 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801My son, wife and I were looking for a nice meal during a ice freeze...checked many restaurants on line and some were closed, others with no reservations...
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- Superb178 Reviews4.3
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Portsmouth
La Carreta Mexican Restaurant
172 Hanover St, Portsmouth, NH 03801We have been on the hunt for a favorite Mexican restaurant and finally found it with La Carreta. They have great food, even better margaritas, and some of the...
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- Good217 Reviews4.2
Vida Cantina
2456 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801Excellent food all around. My black mole carnitas enchiladas were great, the tortillas being the stars and the mole rich in flavor. The handmade chips and...
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- Good264 Reviews4.1
QDOBA Mexican Eats
1600 Woodbury Ave Suite 2, Portsmouth, NH 03801Counter service, order the way you want it, put together in front of you. Could use more help to keep th he place tidy. Food was good. Kinda pricey but what...
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- Good127 Reviews3.8
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Portsmouth
Pink Bamboo Hot Pot Cafe
128 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Nice experience played beautiful Chinese music. Bright and sunny place one small room I had the pupu platter and the tofu veggie soup soup was great lots of...
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- Good162 Reviews4.2
Hong Kong Express
801 Islington St # 15, Portsmouth, NH 03801My husband and I have ordered from Hong Kong Express for over 15 years now. The food is always fresh and consistently delicious. We won't order Chinese...
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- Good138 Reviews4.1
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Portsmouth
Gilley's Diner
175 Fleet St, Portsmouth, NH 03801If you're expecting a ultra fancy burger place this ain't it. But if you want a hole in the wall, local spot with solid food at a fair price. This...
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- Good165 Reviews4.1
Chipotle Mexican Grill
2422 Lafayette Rd #16, Portsmouth, NH 03801Felt very safe eating here in this time of covid. Limited seating was available as most tables were closed in the restaurant.Staff cleaned the tables before we...
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- Average19 Reviews2.8
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in PortsmouthSurf Portsmouth
99 Bow St Suite 200W, Portsmouth, NH 038015 stars! Start to finish! Started with jalapeño salt rim tequila oyster shooter, then onto garlic tuna sushi roll. A brussel sprout caesar salad, Portuguese...
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- Superb284 Reviews4.6
Sanders Fish Market
367 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801They always have super fresh local seafood from local boats. Also have a good selection of beer and various vegetables. Also have really good lobster rolls....
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- Superb151 Reviews4.5
Italian Restaurants
Italian in PortsmouthMassimo's - Ristorante Massimo
59 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Exceptional. I went with a large group including two young kids and two babies. When I walked down the stairs to enter the owner was sitting with the two kids...
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- Superb612 Reviews4.6
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches of Lafayette Portsmouth, NH
2975 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801Frustrated staff member. Working with the public is difficult. You unfortunately can't show your frustration in front of customers. Especially when you...
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- Superb56 Reviews4.4
Cafe Mediterraneo
119 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Recently had our daughters bridal shower there. Everything was absolutely perfect! The food is beyond delicious, service is excellent. The owner and staff are...
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- Good192 Reviews4.2
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in Portsmouth
Library Restaurant
401 State Street #5, Portsmouth, NH 03801Tucked into the center of Portsmouth and walking distance to the Music Hall for a nice dinner and show. The atmosphere is dark and romantic, so great place to...
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- Good253 Reviews4.1
Toscana Italian Chophouse & Wine Bar
3 Pleasant St, Portsmouth, NH 03801We visited from Boston. Drinks, food and atmosphere was amazing. Best oysters we’ve ever had. My husband had the brisket and I had a few appetizers (burrata...
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- Good462 Reviews3.8
Toscana Italian Chophouse & Wine Bar
3 Pleasant St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Incredible - amazing space, no detailed unattended to, service was on point, very festive atmosphere, beautiful decor. Specialty drinks are a must try, we had...
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- Good165 Reviews3.6
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in PortsmouthBennett's Sandwich Shop
41 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Absolutely love Bennett's and so happy that they are expanding to different cities across the northeast! Whenever I am in Portsmouth, I need my...
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- Superb158 Reviews4.5
Moe's Italian Sandwiches
22 Daniel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801Moxy has some grrreat whoopie pies too must be spreading. Moes always had that original taste you just can't replicate. Nothing else like it and it feeds...
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- Superb111 Reviews4.5
Bagelworks
9 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801Happy Sunday Adventurers! I stopped by here as I traveled down the coast back home. So glad I got to take a ride through the quaint town of Portsmouth. I felt...
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- Superb78 Reviews4.4