Overall a wonderful experience. I will definitely be back if I'm in the area…read more Staff was super friendly and loved talking to us. They were also very quick, and very professional. The burger was one of the juiciest most wonderful burger I've ever had. The menu selection was very good, and I was put in a predicament where I didn't know what to order because everything looked so fantastic. The price was a little on the high side, but great for what you get. The ambience is nice inside, and they also have outdoor seating.

One of the juiciest, tastiest burgers I've ever had! Next time I'll try the chicken sandwich.read more

Service was great, and the wings were excellent as always, with a nice range of sauces to choose…read morefrom depending on heat and flavor. We also ordered the margarita pizza. While the crust was good, the overall balance wasn't quite what I personally look for in a classic margarita. It leaned heavier on the cheese, and I tend to prefer a version where the sauce plays a more prominent role, with lighter amounts of fresh mozzarella and basil added just before serving. That said, this is still a solid spot for grabbing a beer, and the bar food is generally very consistent. I'll definitely be back, especially for the wings.

Ducked in for a quick drink to avoid the rain. Had a cider and a beer along with garlic knots. The…read morecider was really wonderful and the knots were perfect to tide us over til supper. Our waitress was lovely. The inside is comfortable and attractive. We very much enjoyed the restaurant. It was quiet enough to carryon a proper conversation.

My wife had the fish tacos ($19) and loved them. Super fresh fish and excellent toppings…read more I had the Cobb salad ( $20) with the lobster salad on top ($33) extra and I'll guess it weighed quarter lb Cobb salad was very good and although the lobster was fresh and very good it was overpriced I failed to ask what the mkt $ was Odd they charges us for a second ice tee ($3.5) each. What happened to free refills? Anyway $85 plus tip brought our lunch to over $100 Service was great and atmosphere was very nice. Great variety of items on their menu

Waitress was great! My mother got the clams and liked them,…read moremy daughter loved the burger, my lobster roll was totally underwhelming, not enough meat, all from the claw no tail. Didn't grill bread so it was falling apart from the first bite . That lobster roll was 40$ by the way, that's disgusting. I'm from New England and I know they are expensive, but that's an embarrassing. Gross

Excellent happy hour, 3 to 6. Burgers sliders were $10 and they are the perfect size. The GOAT is…read moreexcellent. Beer selection is fabulous, they now have Bissell, Trillium, and several local brews. They serve half pints as well as flights. The outdoor seating is cozy. It's nice to be in downtown Portsmouth but off the beaten track Service is excellent

Wonderful people and great beer ! Loved the outside mural. Cheeseburger was delicious and cooked…read moreperfectly. Parking was difficult but it was worth it.

I love this place the staff always goes above and beyond. The food and view are spectacular as well.read more

The River House is one of many restaurants on Bow Street that sits just above Portsmouth harbor on…read morean elevated deck. Each of these restaurants serves their own deck punch, which is a must try. Each of these restaurants also has unbeatable views of the water from their decks. We ordered happy hour oysters, tuna bites, and shrimp, plus two deck punches. Each food item was $1.50, which is very affordable. They offer one kind of oyster for happy hour, which they told us would be on the sweeter side, but I found them to be briney, which I prefer anyways. They were fresh and delicious. The shrimp cocktail was plump and super fresh. The tuna bites were basically deconstructed tuna and were absolutely incredible for $1.50. The deck punches were slightly weak for my taste but still super nice to sip on the deck on a hot summer day.

After an event at the nearby Music Hall and since it wsmas my birthday, we decided on late-night…read moreice cream. We arrived at Kilwins just before closing but still found a cheerful staff, bright and clean shop, and lots of options. Their ice cream isn't fancy, it's just good! There are plenty of flavors to make any crowd happy. Plus candy and fudge. Definitely a winner!

We were walking down Congress Street mid-afternoon and in looking in the window decided to wander…read morein a see if there was something that we might want. We were allowed to have tastes (thanks Chelsea) and my wife and I got 1/2 Chocolate Carmel Fudge and Maple Walnut Fudge and we both loved them. This store has something for everyone and prices here were cheaper than similar candies elsewhere that we saw. Recommended 100%!

Great experience at The Friendly Toast in Portsmouth! We were three adults and a 10-month-old, and…read morethe staff was incredibly friendly--especially toward our baby. One staff member even brought over a couple of toys for our little one to play with, which was such a thoughtful touch. The breakfast was delicious, and they handled a gluten allergy with care and confidence, making the meal completely stress-free. Excellent service, fun atmosphere, and great food all around. We'll definitely be back!

Aside from the waitlist mix-up, my first visit to The Friendly Toast in Portsmouth was absolutely…read morefantastic! This is an incredibly popular spot in town for breakfast, so you definitely want to get on the virtual waitlist or make a resy ahead of time. We put our names and mobile number in for a party of two, and with an estimated 20-minute wait, we walked up the street to grab some popovers and a drink for the road later. We headed back within five minutes of receiving the "table ready" text, only to find our reservation had been removed from the system--likely a slight mobile network or system lag. Fortunately, the staff had us wait a few minutes and found us a table. Minor mix-up aside, the service was great, and our server was exceptionally attentive and on top of everything. The food and drinks were excellent, fresh, and well-seasoned. We ordered: - Lime and Cucumber Mocktail - Incredibly refreshing. - Avocado Toast - Flavorful and fresh. - Florentine Eggs Benedict - I customized it by adding savory chorizo, and it was spot on. The menu choices and options are excellent, but the unique ambiance might just be the best thing about the joint. It plays out like part 1950s diner and part 80s/90s nostalgia pop culture shuffle. The walls are fully collaged with vintage, nostalgic art, making it a highly unique and fun interior to look around while you dine. The vibe is exceptionally cool and the breakfast is delicious. I highly recommend checking it out when you're in Portsmouth!

our guide, Knut Realsvig, was absolutely wonderful. we have been to Portsmouth quite a lot and my…read morewife has ancestors from here. we didn't expect to learn anywhere near as much as we did, but Knut was incredibly knowledgeable as well as great company. He apologized for going a bit long which he had no need to do. We enjoyed every minuute. 6 out of 5 Paul and Lois

This was a terrific introduction to Portsmouth. Our guide, Jeff Thomson, is a retired teacher who…read moreclearly loves history in general and the past of Portsmouth in particular. There were 8 people on the tour with Jeff and he gave everyone a chance to ask questions at every stop along the way. His descriptions of the three historic fires that changed the architecture in Portsmouth provided great context for a number of the historical facts and stories he recounted along the way. (He even brought a binder of photographs with him to illustrate some of the tales and tidbits). We learned about this tour from reviews by others who had taken the tour previously, and we were glad we did. If you're reading this review, definitely consider this tour -- it was very interesting and informative.