Maine
Anneke Jans Beach St. Grill & Pub Clay Hill Farm Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Loco Coco's Tacos Robert's Maine Grill Stage Neck Inn Stonewall Kitchen Warren's Lobster House York Harbor Inn
New Hampshire
Acorns Belle Peppers BG's Boat House Black Trumpet Bistro Blue Mermaid Brazo Café Mirabelle Carriage House Celebrity Sandwich Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Comfort Foods Grill Dinnerhorn Dolphin Striker Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke Ferry Landing Flag Hill Winery & Distillery Galley Hatch Green Monkey Harbor's Edge Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Library Restaurant Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole Muddy River Smokehouse Oar House Orchard Street Chop Shop Paddy's American Grille Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Popovers on the Square Portsmouth Brewery Portsmouth Gas Light Co. Radici Ristorante Massimo Rudi's Portsmouth Sakurabana Japanese Restaurant Saunders at Rye Harbor The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn The Rosa The Works Bakery Café Three Chimneys Inn Victory 96 State Street Wellington Room Wentworth by the Sea
Related
Catering Banquet Rooms
BBQ
Muddy River Smokehouse
Breakfast
Beach St. Grill & Pub Comfort Foods Grill Stage Neck Inn Stonewall Kitchen The Works Bakery Café
Breweries
Portsmouth Brewery
Brunch
Acorns Brazo Harbor's Edge Library Restaurant Stage Neck Inn The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn Three Chimneys Inn York Harbor Inn
Casual
Acorns Belle Peppers BG's Boat House Blue Mermaid Café Mirabelle Carriage House Celebrity Sandwich Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Comfort Foods Grill Dinnerhorn Ferry Landing Galley Hatch Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Loco Coco's Tacos Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole Muddy River Smokehouse Orchard Street Chop Shop Paddy's American Grille Popovers on the Square Portsmouth Brewery Portsmouth Gas Light Co. The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn The Rosa The Works Bakery Café Three Chimneys Inn Warren's Lobster House
Catering
Belle Peppers Celebrity Sandwich Clay Hill Farm Galley Hatch Muddy River Smokehouse The Works Bakery Café
Family Restaurants
Comfort Foods Grill Dinnerhorn Galley Hatch Robert's Maine Grill The Rosa
Fine Dining
Acorns Anneke Jans Black Trumpet Bistro Brazo Clay Hill Farm Comfort Foods Grill Dolphin Striker Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke Flag Hill Winery & Distillery Green Monkey Harbor's Edge Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Library Restaurant Oar House Orchard Street Chop Shop Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Radici Ristorante Massimo Rudi's Portsmouth Saunders at Rye Harbor Stage Neck Inn Three Chimneys Inn Victory 96 State Street Wellington Room Wentworth by the Sea York Harbor Inn
French Restaurants
Café Mirabelle
Function/Banquet Rooms
Acorns Anneke Jans Brazo Carriage House Clay Hill Farm Dinnerhorn Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Flag Hill Winery & Distillery Galley Hatch Harbor's Edge Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Library Restaurant Paddy's American Grille Radici Ristorante Massimo Rudi's Portsmouth Stage Neck Inn The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn The Rosa Victory 96 State Street Warren's Lobster House Wentworth by the Sea York Harbor Inn
Italian Restaurants
Carriage House Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Radici Ristorante Massimo The Rosa
Japanese Restaurants
Sakurabana Japanese Restaurant
Lunch
Acorns Beach St. Grill & Pub Belle Peppers BG's Boat House Blue Mermaid Carriage House Celebrity Sandwich Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Clay Hill Farm Dinnerhorn Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Dolphin Striker Ferry Landing Galley Hatch Harbor's Edge Library Restaurant Loco Coco's Tacos Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole Muddy River Smokehouse Oar House Paddy's American Grille Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Popovers on the Square Portsmouth Brewery Portsmouth Gas Light Co. Rudi's Portsmouth Sakurabana Japanese Restaurant Saunders at Rye Harbor Stage Neck Inn Stonewall Kitchen The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn The Rosa The Works Bakery Café Three Chimneys Inn Wentworth by the Sea York Harbor Inn
Mexican Restaurants
Loco Coco's Tacos Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole
Pizza
Blue Mermaid Dinnerhorn Portsmouth Gas Light Co. The Rosa
Sandwiches
Belle Peppers Celebrity Sandwich Paddy's American Grille Popovers on the Square Stonewall Kitchen The Works Bakery Café
Seafood Restaurants
Anneke Jans Beach St. Grill & Pub BG's Boat House Carriage House Dinnerhorn Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Dolphin Striker Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke Ferry Landing Galley Hatch Harbor's Edge Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Oar House Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Robert's Maine Grill Saunders at Rye Harbor Stage Neck Inn The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn Victory 96 State Street Warren's Lobster House Wentworth by the Sea York Harbor Inn
Sports Bars
Paddy's American Grille
Steakhouses
Beach St. Grill & Pub Library Restaurant Orchard Street Chop Shop Paddy's American Grille
Takeout Food
Belle Peppers Carriage House Celebrity Sandwich Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Loco Coco's Tacos Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole Rudi's Portsmouth Stonewall Kitchen The Rosa The Works Bakery Café
Thai Restaurants
Chiangmai Thai Restaurant
Waterfront Restaurants
Beach St. Grill & Pub BG's Boat House Black Trumpet Bistro Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Dolphin Striker Ferry Landing Harbor's Edge Oar House Robert's Maine Grill Saunders at Rye Harbor Stage Neck Inn Warren's Lobster House Wellington Room Wentworth by the Sea
Wineries
Flag Hill Winery & Distillery

Restaurants in Portsmouth NH, the Seacoast and Southern Maine

Portsmouth, NH
Belle Peppers Belle Peppers
Enjoy home-made soups and creative salads in the intimate café, or call ahead for take-out. Located in Market Square in historic Portsmouth, N.H. Belle Peppers specializes in gourmet deli sandwiches, salads, desserts and coffee. Map (603) 427-2504

BG's Boat House BG's Boat House
On the water in Portstmouth's Sagamore Creek, BG's serves the Seacoast's freshest seafood from second week of March thru October. Map (603) 431-1074

Black Trumpet Bistro Black Trumpet Bistro
The Black Trumpet Bistro, formerly Lindbergh's Crossing, is a chef-owned bistro-and-wine bar in a 200-year-old building of brick and beams. The dining room on the first floor offers a cozy setting with unassuming service. Upstairs in the wine bar you can dine in a small, charming room with a magnificent view on to the harbor. The menu changes monthly, drawing its inspiration from the simple country cuisine of the Mediterranean. Map (603) 431-0887

Blue Mermaid Blue Mermaid
The Blue Mermaid's festive, award-winning menu features cuisine inspired by the Caribbean Islands and refereshing drinks to quench your thirst - tropical coolers, margaritas, locally brewed beers and fine wines. Every weekend we feature the best in live local music. A Frommer's Travel Guide Favorite. Outdoor dining in season. (603) 427-BLUE

Brazo Brazo
Designed to evoke the warmth of Latin America, Brazo features fresh seafood, grilled meats, sumptuous fruits and crisp vegetables blended with an incredible array of spices. The intimate eatery’s festive menu emphasizes local and organic foods, and exotic elixirs are available from the bar. Map (603) 431-0050

Café Mirabelle Café Mirabelle
French food doesn't have to be stuffy or foreign. Cafe Mirabelle chef/owner Stephan Mayeaux has taken artistic liberty with his classical French training and produced a menu that is original and creatively executed. Map (603) 430-9301

Celebrity Sandwich Celebrity Sandwich
Celebrity Sandwich brings fame and fortune to lunch in Portsmouth with more than 100 star-studded, delicious sandwiches to eat in or take out. Map (603) 433-2277

Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Chiangmai Thai Restaurant
The Seacoast's first Thai restaurant, Chiangmai Thai has delighted guests since 1993 with an array of delectable choices -- authentic, light, delicious and beautifully presented - in its relaxing non-smoking atmosphere near the Portsmouth waterfront. Map (603) 433-1289

Comfort Foods Grill Comfort Foods Grill
Comfort Foods Grill serves fresh gourmet-style breakfasts and wholesome and savory dinners, hand-tossed salads and signature specials in a distinctly warm and welcoming environment. Located behind the Wren's Nest Inn, a cozy retreat, convenient to I-95 and 101, just off Route 1. Map (603) 793-3212

Dinnerhorn Dinnerhorn
The Dinnerhorn offers a popular and extensive menu featuring fresh native seafood, while the Dinnerhorn's pub, the Bratskellar, offers pizza and hearty sandwiches. Map (603) 436-0717

Dolphin Striker Dolphin Striker
The Dolphin Striker has been one of the hallmarks of elegant dining on the Seacoast for over 20 years. Map (603) 431-5222

Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke
The Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke serves creative, rustic American cuisine in the heart of a national historic treasure. With the abundance of commercial fishing boats riding the tides, local seafood is prime here, as is excellent regionally sourced land-based fare. Map (603) 373-6112

Ferry Landing Ferry Landing
The Old Ferry Landing, a fixture on the Portsmouth waterfront for 22 years, offers fine food and beverages and a deck adjacent to Portsmouth's tugs. Map (603) 431-5510

Green Monkey Green Monkey
The Green Monkey offers New American Cuisine with a flare. Enjoy a unique and comfortable atmosphere while enduldging in our exclusively designed martinis, specialty beers and wines from around the world. Map (603) 427-1010

Harbor's Edge Harbor's Edge
The atmosphere of Harbor's Edge makes it the perfect setting for your next dining experience. Relax to the sounds of our pianist while enjoying the finest in American cuisine. Our sumptuous menu features fresh local seafood and choice cuts of beef sure to delight. Open 7 days. Valet parking. Reservations suggested. Map (603) 559-2626

Jumpin' Jays Fish Café Jumpin' Jays Fish Café
Located just two blocks down from Market Square, Jay's has become an overnight institution among locals who appreciate exceptional seafood. The quality of fare is unsurpassed. The atmosphere is casually hip, with no pretense. Reservations encouraged. Map (603) 766-FISH (3474)

Library Restaurant Library Restaurant
The Library Restaurant features traditional New England fare while surrounded by the architectural treasures of an era gone by. Map (603) 431-5202

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole
Welcome to Margaritas, where the bright Mexican yellow and blue exterior are an equal match for the fun-filled atmosphere inside. Tasty food and drinks are served amidst spectacular Mexican artwork, the real taste of Mexico. It's Mex to the Max! Map (603) 431-5828

Muddy River Smokehouse Muddy River Smokehouse
The Muddy River Smokehouse specializes in smoked meats, poultry and fish, with live blues downstairs. Map (603) 430-9582

Oar House Oar House
The Oar House serves seafood, poultry, beef and other specialties in an historic maritime setting in downtown Portsmouth. Map (603) 436-4025

Paddy's American Grille Paddy's American Grille
An upscale casual restaurant and lounge, Paddy's American Grille offer a variety of eclectic American cuisine in our non-smoking dining room. Paddy's lounge and billiards room offers eight professional billiards tables & a combined sixteen televisions to watch your favorite games. Map (603) 430-9450

Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill Pesce Blue Italian Seafood Grill
Just one block from Market Square, Pesce Blue takes the best and freshest the local sea has to offer and prepares it with Italian passion. Beautiful modern décor, extensive wine list, "Landfood," vegetarian dishes, outside patio, and friendly and competent service all combine to create a memorable dining experience for our guests. Map (603) 430-7766

Popovers on the Square Popovers on the Square
Popovers on the Square is a casual café located in the heart of Portsmouth’s historical Market Square. We embrace the European philosophy of fresh, seasonal food, outstanding coffees and fine wines, relaxing ambiance , and of course, exceptional pastries and desserts. Come and relax, eat well, and meet old and new friends! Map (603) 431-1119

Portsmouth Brewery Portsmouth Brewery
The Portsmouth Brewery, New Hampshire's original brew pub, serves a creative menu to go with the state's freshest beer. Map (603) 431-1115

Portsmouth Gas Light Co. Portsmouth Gas Light Co.
Portsmouth Gas Light Co. brings casual American dining and brick-oven pizza to the Seacoast. Map (603) 430-9122

Radici Radici
Enjoy culinary creations from the heart of Italy. Vegetarians will delight in the Seacoast¹s most extensive vegetarian menu choices. Complement any of our menu choices with a selection from our extensive wine list. Let our inspiring and intimate atmosphere full of fabulous food & wine transport you abroad, back to Italy. A presto! Ci vediamo! Map (603) 373-6464

Ristorante Massimo Ristorante Massimo
Offering fine Italian cuisine with the freshest and most flavorful seasonal ingredients and superior service in elegant yet comfortable surroundings. Weekend valet parking. Map (603) 436-4000

Rudi's Portsmouth Rudi's Portsmouth
Rudi's Portsmouth serves savory American-style dishes in a cool, quiet, classic modern atmosphere adjacent to Market Square. Relax in our original brass and oak lounge, and listen to music from the baby grand piano. Or stop by to try our scintillating lunch or late-nite menus. Map (603) 430-RUDI (7834)

Sakurabana Japanese Restaurant Sakurabana Japanese Restaurant
Specializing in the finest traditional Japanese fare with a full sushi bar, Sakurabana offers a taste of Japan in the heart of Portsmouth. Map (603) 431-2721

The Rosa The Rosa
The Rosa has been a Portsmouth landmark since 1927, offering fine Italian cuisine in a casual, family-style, atmosphere just steps from Prescott Park and the waterfront. Free parking directly across the street. Map (603) 436-9715

The Works Bakery Café The Works Bakery Café
The Works Bakery Cafe is a casual cafe built upon fast, courteous service for your breakfast and lunch enjoyment. We specialize in fresh baked New York style bagels, hot panini grilled sandwiches, excellent coffees and pastries and fantastic fresh fruit smoothies. Map (603) 431-4434

Victory 96 State Street Victory 96 State Street
Situated in an extensively restored 1820s Federalist house, Victory 96 State Street captures the flavor of the region in every way with its seasonal, inspired, creative New England cooking and a stylish, comfortable setting. Map (603) 766-0960

Wellington Room Wellington Room
In an intimate dining room where all guests enjoy the spectacular view of the Piscataqua River, The Wellington Room is sure to be a memorable dining experience. Our chef hand selects local products of the best quality and freshness, and prepares all dishes himself ... including the pastries. Reservations recommended. Map (603) 431-2989

Cape Neddick/York
Clay Hill Farm Clay Hill Farm
The Restaurant at Clay Hill Farm rests on 30 acres of colorful gardens, rolling lawns and protected woodlands just 20 minutes north of Portsmouth. Clay Hill Farm offers award-winning cuisine and service to enchant the discriminating diner and the bride-to-be. 1999 DiRoNa Award for Dining Excellence. Reservations suggested. Map (207) 361-2272

Dover
Orchard Street Chop Shop Orchard Street Chop Shop
Northern New England's only Chicago-style USDA Prime steakhouse, Orchard Street Chop Shop serves the finest meats and seafood, carefully prepared with a stunning assortment of traditional steak house sides and sumptuous desserts. Upstairs, the Top of the Chop serves a rustic menu in a less formal atmosphere. Reservations at Map (603) 749-0006

Durham
Acorns Acorns
In a dramatic wooded setting, Acorns offers sustenance made with the freshest ingredients. Our award-winning Jazz Brunch is legendary, as is our amazing architecture. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a massive stone fireplace set the perfect scene for a good meal or an elegant event. Map (603) 862-2815

Three Chimneys Inn Three Chimneys Inn
Three Chimneys Inn features settings for both formal and casual dining. "Maples," with its four fireplaces and Georgian furnishing, offers fine dining in a candlelit atmosphere. "The Tavern," with its granite walls, fireplace and massive beamed ceilings, provides a cozy spot for casual dining. And in season, "The Conservatory" is a delightful place to dine in the shade of an old English grape arbor. Map (603) 868-7800, 1-888-399-8777

Hampton
Galley Hatch Galley Hatch
A Hampton landmark for over 25 years, the Galley Hatch offers an extensive with an emphasis on "new American" cuisine in a friendly, family atmosphere. Map (603) 926-6152

The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn The Old Salt at Lamie's Inn
The Old Salt is where you'll find great local flavor in a comfortable atmosphere. Come for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch, and enjoy great food & great company. With five function rooms available, the Old Salt can accommodate small gatherings and large groups. Map (603) 926-8322

Kittery
Anneke Jans Anneke Jans
Anneke Jans is a neighborhood bistro with a NY city feel, where old and new friends gather to enjoy delicious food and drink good wine from our extensive list. The fried olives and mussels are a favorite. Our menu changes often, and the parking is easy. Map (207) 439-0001

Loco Coco's Tacos Loco Coco's Tacos
Loco Coco's serves authentic Mexican dishes, the type might find in San Diego - everything from enchiladas to fish tacos. Our new cantina has its own apertivo menu and muy delicioso margaritas. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Fully liquor licensed. Map (207) 438-9322

Robert's Maine Grill Robert's Maine Grill
The food is simple, beautifully prepared and distinctly Maine in style. The beer- batter fish-and-chips is most popular along with thick, rich, clam chowder. Some highlights are Moxie and Bourbon BBQ Steak Tips, Steamers in Allagash White Beer, Fried Clams and Lobster Rolls. Map (603) 439-0300

Warren's Lobster House Warren's Lobster House
Warren's Lobster House features outstanding seafood and service, and the Seacoast's finest salad bar in a waterfront setting. Map (207) 439-1630

Lee
Flag Hill Winery & Distillery Flag Hill Winery & Distillery
Casual fine dining in a restored historic post and beam barn. Enjoy an exquisite dinner with ingredients from local farms and producers. Our monthly-changing menu features New England cuisine sure to entice your senses. Reservations required. Reservations required. Map (603) 659-2949

New Castle
Wentworth by the Sea Wentworth by the Sea
Executive Chef Daniel Dumont creatively crafts regional favorites using fresh, local ingredients. Dine against a backdrop of magnificent harbor views, at fireside on cool nights or beneath the original frescoed ceiling. Return to an era of elegance in the Wentworth Dining Room – the crown jewel of the New England Seacoast. (603) 373-6566

Rye
Carriage House Carriage House
Casual dining at Rye Beach. Just minutes between Portsmouth and Hampton Beach overlooking the ocean serving: Fresh daily catch, lobster, pasta, seafood, burgers, all-natural beef, and chicken. So sit and relax in a warm casual setting, listen to some local chit chat and enjoy great food, wine, cocktails and service on the water. Map (603) 964-8251

Saunders at Rye Harbor Saunders at Rye Harbor
Now celebrating more than 75 years of dining excellence, Saunders at Rye Harbor features fine dining in the ultimate seaside location. Map (603) 964-6466

York
Stonewall Kitchen Stonewall Kitchen
A great meal always starts with Stonewall Kitchen. Whether you are looking for a casual breakfast or lunch in our Café, or a full-service meal with some instructional entertainment in our state-of-the-art cooking school, Stonewall Kitchen has what it takes to satisfy your appetite for fantastic fare. Map (207) 351-2713

York Beach
Beach St. Grill & Pub Beach St. Grill & Pub
Located in the Union Bluff Hotel, the Beach St. Grill offers steakhouse fare and fresh seafood overlooking the ocean in beautiful York Beach, Maine. In winter, sit by the fireplace in our warm and elegant dining room. Visit the renovated (1/15/2002) Beach St. Pub for casual dining in authentic pub-style atmosphere. Map (207) 363-1333 or 1(800) 833-0721

York Harbor
Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor Dockside Restaurant on York Harbor
The best view of the prettiest harbor in Maine. A cool and casual atmosphere. Organic salads and gourmet sandwiches for lunch. A variety of local seafood, organic beef and chicken round out our dinner menu. Open through Columbus day. Closed Tuesdays. Map 1-888-860-7428

Stage Neck Inn Stage Neck Inn
The Stage Neck Inn offers two oceanfront dining experiences: Harbor Porches, casual gourmet dining in a setting reminiscent of grand hotel-style, and the intimate Sandpiper Bar & Grille. Both restaurants offer selections from American Bistro to European classics. Map 1-800-340-1130

York Harbor Inn York Harbor Inn
Recognized by Food & Wine Magazine. Fresh local seafood including, of course, lobster. The elegant dining experience is enriched with a continental flair, veal, beef and chicken dishes complimented by incomparable sauces. Oceanview formal dining room. plus casual fare in the Ship's Cellar Pub. Map 1-800-343-3869


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