Food + Drink
dining out in Portsmouth, NH
Scattered throughout Portsmouth, NH are some of the most unique restaurants that all have menus with distinct culinary delights.
Breakfast & Coffee
Elephantine Bakery - A small but mighty from scratch-bakery located on one of the cutest alleys in Portsmouth.
White Heron Coffee & Tea - Organic teas, coffees, smoothies and lunch items in the West End of Portsmouth
Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club - $65 per person includes brunch buffet coffee, tea, soft drinks. Runs October 15, 2023 – April 28, 2024.
Cup of Joe - Cafe by day, bar by night (or noon!)
Kaffee Vonsolln - A family owned cafe and roastery on the Seacoast since 2010.
Ceres Bakery - Daily baked goods, breakfast wraps, and sandwiches.
The Green Room - Healthy beach eats in a city setting.
The Works Cafe - Locally owned small chain offering award breakfast, lunch, and award winning bagels.
The Friendly Toast - All-day breakfast served in quirky digs.
Popovers - Bakery located right in Market Square serving breakfast classics and their famous popovers.
NOA Cafe - High quality sustainably sourced coffee and a variety of healthy food options.
Lovebirds - Decadent donut and fair trade certified, organic coffee
Lunch
Ceres Bakery - Neighborhood scratch kitchen serving daily lunch specials in a casual atmosphere.
The Kitchen - Full service sandwich nook offering next level fare.
The Goat - American fare in a rustic atmosphere. Known for their unique burger creations.
Frisbee’s Wharf - Casual waterfront fare offering 360 degree views of Pepperell Cove in Kittery Point.
Old Ferry Landing - A summertime staple serving lobster, fried clams, shrimp and the like on the waterfront.
Dinner & Drinks
Nichinan - A contemporary Japanese restaurant (7 min. walk)
Ore Nell’s - Take a scenic stroll over the Memorial Bridge for downright authentic Texas BBQ (10 min. scenic walk)
The Wilder - A modern New England gastropub serving up delicious food and cocktails in a contemporary yet vintage space.
Street - Flavorful street Food from around the world (5 min. drive)
Moxy - American Tapas - handcrafted cocktails (3 min. walk)
Cure - American comfort food, with a focus on slow-cooking prep methods like smoking, curing and brining.
The River House - A casual staple in Portsmouth’s waterfront dining scene.
The Franklin - Oysters, fried chicken, and imaginative cocktails (6 min. walk)
Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe - Fresh Seafood & raw bar (7min. walk)
Martingale Wharf - Classic waterfront dining in Downtown Portsmouth, overlooking the Piscataqua River
Botanica - An intimate and upscale dinner & bar with a French influence in the West End of Portsmouth.
Bistro 1828 - For a casual date night with views and vibes, check out Bistro 1828 in Kittery Point.
Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier - It’s a BYOB on-the-water lobster pound in Kittery, if you’re looking for a true New England lobster experience, this is it! (Open Seasonally)
Library Restaurant - An elegant, 1785 mansion sets a clubby backdrop for steakhouse fare, wines & a buzzy bar scene.
Ice Cream & Sweets
La Maison Navarre - Portsmouth’s own French pastry shop & cafe.
Annabelle’s - Serving the Seacoast homemade ice cream since 1982!
Izzy’s - For all your shake, sundae, ice cream and frozen yogurt needs.
Red Rover Creamery - Family owned, NH sourced & crafted organic ice cream and cookies!
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