Salmon, Short Ribs and Lamb Shank were all excellent. Short ribs are a very large serving …. great for leftovers. Good service, nice atmosphere, reasonable prices. The locals seem to love it!

 

Fresh, innovative, local seafood and beautiful sunset views where the ocean meets the river in Kennebunkport, Maine.  This is the Bush family’s favorite stop. Yes, that Bush!

 

This small French cuisine is located downtown. Housed in a 19th-century barn with a heated covered outdoor patio. Fine wine, craft cocktails, local beer, popular place, so reservations are recommended.

 

Local landmark for over 150 years. AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star endorsements. Serving a four-course prix fixe menu featuring the finest fresh local ingredients. The White Barn Restaurant is a very memorable experience.

 

 

Sitting over the Kennebunk River in Kennebunkport.   Hurricane serves only the freshest seafood, steak, and chops.   The wine….130 plus selections by the bottle with almost 60 available by the glass and has won Hurricane Wine Spectator awards for over 20 years.

 

Nestled amongst balsam trees and birch forest, local meats, and seafood. Hand-made pastas, house-made charcuterie, and wood oven entrees. Pond and garden views and nightly bonfires…. Truly unique and romantic!

Fresh Maine seafood, for more than 40 years.  A welcoming and unique atmosphere and great food. Go to “The CATCH" to relax and enjoy wonderful people. Since 1982 (closed Wednesday)

 

Fresh seafood, classic European dishes, grilled steaks and more…for a romantic date night with casual-fine dining with entertainment.  All lamb products that we have on the menu has been farm-raised at Jonathan’s Farm in South Berwick, Maine

 

Where the Marginal Way begins and ends!   A great views place to share a meal with family and friends.  The award-winning menu on the ocean with fresh seafood dishes, steaks, grilled chicken and creative pasta dishes

 

Tucked along the edge of picturesque Perkins Cove with extensive indoor and sundeck seating. Known for their lobster everything!  They also have barbecue chicken, corn, hamburgers, hot dogs, and great desserts.

Built-in 1780 as a working farm, nestled amidst acres of rolling lawns, protected woodlands, and colorful gardens.  Fresh, local, and seasonal food products. Be greeted by live entertainment

 

Elegant BYO restaurant American restaurant with local ingredients; salads are renowned, homemade pasta.

 

 

Right across from Long Sands Beach a BYOB restaurant specializing in authentic Italian entrees with garlic bread that is made with fresh garlic daily. All dinners are prepared to order.

 

Seafood, farm-to-table vegetables, all-natural grass-fed beef, lobster, baked and fried seafood, burgers, and local craft beer.   Check out a Bloody Mary!

 

Northern Indian cuisine, Moghlai and contemporary dishes. The eatery has been named one of the top Indian eateries in the country.

 

Nestled in historic downtown Portsmouth this truly authentic, Italian fine dining, upscale restaurant.  Ultimate dining experience. The Tiramisu here is a MUST!

 

Comfort food with a fine-dining spin.  Located in Strawbery Banke and abutting Prescott Park

Neighborhood bistro & bar overlooking the harbor. Small, intimate, and romantic. Nice Mediterranean approach, local craft cuisine, American, and vegetarian available.

 

French dinners with a small-warm ambiance, delicious food from fresh ingredients and a quality wine list.   Feels like a true French bistro!

American Bistro Cuisine, cozy American comfort food with an upscale twist. Items are prepared fresh daily, and they brine and slow-cook many meats for maximum tenderness and flavor. Five onion soup and squash soup for sure! (reservations recommended)

 

The French Laundry-trained chef brings inventive unique and contemporary tapas plates. Locally sourced seafood and oysters (from Great Bay); as well a selection of American foods that make the pallet pleased.

 

Upscale classic, traditional steakhouse with an original Colonial Revival vaulted ceiling, three crackling fireplaces, and a thirty-seat bar.  Finest cuts of prime steaks Since 1975

  

A French Restaurant and Gin Bar located in Portsmouth's West End. (full bar and a nice wine list as well) The duck is always the taste test for the French menu and the confit here passes with flying colors! Don’t miss the chocolate souffle.                   

 

Top-end seafood with a great view of the harbor.   A must-try is the crab cake appetizer! Seasonally both indoor and outdoor dining are available

 

Seafood on the waterfront is housed in a building that dates back as far as 1807. Seven-time champions of the "Golden Ladle" for our seafood chowder

 

 Himalayan cuisine is delicious Nepalese food momos and tarkari curried delicacies. Authentic and amazing. If you are looking for something different and good, try this place!

Seafood and farm fresh ingredients on the waterfront with the largest deck for outdoor dining deck, beautiful views.

 

Modern Mexican Cuisine from a James Beard nominated chef.  Fun night out, cocktails are a nice treat here, has a large bar area and lots of seating.

 

Fine American cuisine. seafood, steaks, lobster in the historic Merchant's Row building; the deck at The Oar House is on the harbor.

 

Solid authentic Thai restaurant; coconut milk curries, noodle dishes, khao soi with chicken, crispy duck… fresh ingredients and beautiful presentation.

 

Located inside the Wentworth by the Sea, elegant dining, (New American) inspiring resipes. Great lounge and dining ambience.   A must try is the lobster bisque.

Two wine bars, one upstairs, one in the cave.  Spanish tapas plates with excellent pairing assistance.  Seasonally, the “vertical garden” offers a great outdoor dining experience.

 

Creative classic and fresh seafood, steaks, oysters along with locally inspired seasonal recipes.  Heated deck and beautiful lounge with fireplace, tables overlook colorful gardens.

High end ambiance, everything from pizzas, satisfying salads, to classic entrées. Great place to have a nice romantic dinner

Built in 1740, fresh seafood and traditional New England fare with a nautical tavern. Recommend the Sunday brunch buffet.

 

Established in 1970, traditional American Food freshest seafood, steaks, prime rib, poultry, pasta and the desserts that were amazing!  Award-winning bakery

Where the culinary experience is just as important as the drink, farm to table concept with an extensive wine list. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch are a mix of small plates, sandwiches, large plates, sides and sweets.

Pronounced [haˈlisko], a family Mexican restaurant & cantina. Classic Mexican dishes and daring new ventures; authentic taste of Mexico for the entire family.

 

 

 

Small restaurant with lots of good options. New American menu, indoor & outdoor seating.   Check out the movie night tasting.

 

Dante's Bistro Bar and Grille

Excellent Italian Fare with organically fed locally raised meats and fish.  Maybe you want to relax? This location also has uniquely a 12000 sq/ft spa and salon

In the 1649 homestead, dishes from scratch, farm-to-table cuisine, craft brews and cocktails Indoor Dining: Wednesday through Saturday 5-9pm.

The following have delicious food in a more casual setting.

 

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Delicious seafood since 1979. The restaurant is known for its award-winning clam chowder, which is made with fresh clams, potatoes, onions, and cream. Great views overlooking the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge & Tidal Marsh

 

BYOB Bring a tablecloth, some wine, and bread for sitting outside over the creek while enjoying you cooked to order lobster!

Classic New England seafood since the 1970s.  For those who indulge check out the famous “Jimmy Juice” cocktail.  Seasonal restaurant open May – October outside on the water next to the tugboats

 

Lobster and fresh Seafood, oysters, lobster tails, and onion strings…quaint nautical restaurant sits on the marsh across from the beach. Dine-in or take-out.

 

 Seafood Casual dining rooms and decks. Great setting overlooking the ocean on the second floor.

 

Fresh seafood restaurant in a casual New England setting. Dine-in, take-out. Check out the fresh seafood market too!

 

While looking at the Piscataqua River and Great Bay enjoy great food, great funservice since 1948.

 

A Shack in a parking lot, on the harbor grab a quick bite, noted for the lobster roll and the chowders were excellent!  

 

 Italian cuisine, from pasta to seafood, in an informal dining room

 Family restaurant, breakfast & lunch, see the planes takeoff from airport and. revolving display of model airplanes on the ceiling inside.

 

Soups, salads, wraps, take-home meals. All homemade, delicious, simple foods

 

New England tavern featuring comfort pub food, fun local atmosphere. Friday prime rib special!

A country bar for breakfast, lunch & dinner with burgers, large whiskey selection, homestyle brunch, and live entertainment.

 

Local brewpub in downtown since 1991 with American (traditional) food.  Try a beer flight with all the fun!

 

Cafe/lounge serving breakfast, sandwiches & American fare. Bakery including pastries, cakes, pies & wedding cakes. Great local gathering space on the square.

 

Casual family dining, chowders, stews (made from scratch), lobster rolls and seafood dishes.  From the deck, you can see the lobster boats!

 

Southern Barbecue for over 10 years; BBQ Pit is fueled by 100% hickory wood. The method of low and slow for 12 hours.

 

Tavern food American (Traditional) ultimate locals’ restaurant. The ambiance is that of a cozy gastro pub.  The burgers are great!

 

Chinese & Japanese eats.

 

Since July of 2004 where the greater Dover seacoast can connect for good times with great American cuisine and merriment.  Located in the historic Cocheco Falls Millworks building.

 

Some solid Italian American food, open kitchen, family friendly. Patty, being brought up in an Italian restaurant environment, has nailed it!

 

Home-style cooking was established in 1960. Scallops and chowders are a specialty. Try the homemade desserts too.

 

Chinese, Sushi, Asian, and Japanese, with a sushi bar that gets rave reviews.

 

Northern Indian style cuisine lamb, chicken, seafood, beef and vegetarian. Freshly prepared, spiced to your taste and delicious!

 

Authentic Lebanese food wraps such as Shawarma, Falafel, and Taouk; meals such as grape leaves, tabouli, and Kibbi. Amazing flavors!

 

A scratch kitchen of American cuisine; tavern dishes with a modern creative twist, along with local fresh seafood. The bar and dining room at Diverge overlooks the Cocheco River.