We had a great experience at Atlantic Grill with my wife and two young kids (age 5 & 7). This restaurant gets five stars from me for being brave enough to serve Kraft Mac & Cheese. Our kids never like the gourmet mac & cheese that most restaurants serve so the fact Atlantic Grill gets that is huge in my eyes. Thanks you Atlantic Grill for that. The restaurant gets more child-friendly bonus points for supplying a table full of kids books for children to read. Never seen that before - that was great. My wife started with the chowder which was one of the best she's ever had. Kids and I split the edamame with fried shallots - also very tasty. Wife had the Lobster Roll which was average. I had the Salmon Burger which was delicious. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The restaurant was clean and comfortable. That's it - a great lunch. Cheers. read more

We moved to the area a little more than a year ago, we have had the opportunity to sample most of the establishments in the area. This is the best balance of price vs. quality in the area only rivaled by a couple of (more expensive) restaurant/bars in downtown Portsmouth. Given our close proximity to the Atlantic, it is increasingly our go-to place for a meal or a drink with apps. We have tried much of the menu (which changes regularly) the wife's favorite is the Asian Noodle Salad, for me, the Australian Lamb chops.Their seafood is second to none, favorites for apps: the crab cakes and PEI Mussels, entree: Scallops, Salmon or Tuna. I have not yet tried their beef, tomorrow is another day. It gets crowded during the high season, if it is a destination, call first or make reservations. The patio usually has seating, but it is, of course, weather dependent. read more

Atlantic Grill has a great atmosphere and great food. Great night out. Filet mignon is to die for and the wait staff is awesome. I would recommend this resturant as a must. read more

We eat here occasionally and always find the staff to be very good and the facility to be clean and inviting. However, I always find myself disappointed with the food. The menu seems limited (pre-COVID as well) and the preparation is OK, but nothing special. I would expect more fresh seafood choices given the location - not more salmon. Some improvement to the menu and food prep and this place would merit a much better rating. read more

Spoke with Caitlyn who reassured me that she was dropping a gift card in the mail to me on the day that I spoke with her. That was almost 2 weeks ago. Just received it today and it is for 1/4 of the amount that we spent on that miserable experience. Not only won't we use this, but we won't be returning here. read more

Sat at the bar. King crab app was incredible. Joe the bartender was great! Excellent service. We will be back. :)

In this COVID environment the Atlantic Grill is a gem. The heated outdoor dining hit the sweet spot I needed hit. The food is great, the service fun and Brittany, the manager was so accommodating. Can't say enough good things! read more

So disappointed in restaurant. Have been there before and loved food and service. Went last night and service was cranky and food was awful. My husbands salmon was way over cooked and dry my halibut was cold and mashed potatoes looked like lumpy tapioca. Scampi dish was all pasta with no scampi. Would definitely not recommend. read more

Very pleasantly surprised. The salmon burger is fantastic as well as the mussels. The draft beer is really cold which just makes a beer all that much better. Really liked the open large bar area, didn't feel crowded at all. Will certainly be back. read more

Loved this restaurant! This place had the best crab cakes I've ever had! The crab was juicy and had very little filler like most do . It was also seasoned very well . I will definitely go back and try other dishes off the menu! read more

Very small entrees portions. The salmon was an inch 1/4 wide served with 5 halves of Brussels spouts. Ridiculous... My husband and daughter got it and felt that they both had a half meal, The filet was tiny, as well, 6ox suppose to be 8 as all the sides, minuscule. Two of us got haddock. Very small piece, little bread crumb topping and about 5 tiny bites of sweet potato hash with a few pieces of broccolini crown. We also got chicken tenders there were 4 pieces for 14$. I know it is covid but I was very disappointed in the portions. We actually left there and went somewhere else for appetizers and drinks. We were still hungry, it was a an awful experience, I think that if people are spending money they should leave a restaurant full even during covid. We frequent the restaurant and live in Boston, not sure we will be back. read more

We've been waiting for Atlantic Grill to open, it was well worth the wait! Stopped in Memorial day and were treated by very friendly hosts and staff, including the owner Pete. The new restaurant is beautiful inside. Sat at the bar, served by Steph who is a top notch bar tender. Enjoyed the pimento cheese / homemade potato chips app, suggested by Steph and it did not disappoint! Definitely going to come here regularly and bring our friends! Everyone is very attentive and super nice. I love it! This is the new 'spot'. read more

Atlantic Grill - What a great spot! Beautiful ride up 1-A past the hustle. The food and drinks are awesome! Making this a usual spot as a local! - Seafood Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

Just wanted a little "snack" but the menu drew us in so I ordered the scallop special & my sister had fried shrimp. She said it was the best she's ever had ~ very sweet & tasty. My scallops were to die for...cooked in brown butter YUM. Atmosphere was great & if it hadn't been 50F we would have wanted to eat on the patio. read more

Atlantic Grill - Scallops in brown butter w/fall veggies & bacon ~ fabulously delicious! - Seafood Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

This is The place to go on the NH coast! Yum -Fresh tasty meats/seafood ... And THE BEST VARIETY CHOICE OF OYSTERS in N.E!... or perhaps the WORLD!! Daily Right off the boat. FOOD comes with great atmosphere and service with a smile. Won't regret coming here! read more

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I have been to the Atlantic Grill several times in the last few years and have had great experiences until today. Went today for my mother's birthday dinner. While our food was OK, we paid our $400 bill and left a generous tip and then were asked to leave about 10 minutes after we paid our bill because someone else wanted our table. Mind you there were other tables around that were empty. My family was from out of town and we were catching up. Safe to say I was embarrassed that we were asked to leave. We were never told at any time that we had a time limit. There are lots of great dining options in the area so I will be spending my money elsewhere in the future. read more

Most unprofessional place I have ever been. Went with my 82 year old mother who went out to have a cigarette. She went out the wrong door and the waiter stared to flip out in her. My brother told the waiter not to talk my mom the way he did and he started in after my brother. The later said that we had to leave that they were not going to serve us. Jokes on them we order the $90 seafood tower and drinks so we got about $160 worth of stuff for free. As we were leaving they had the short fat sous chef standing by the door giving us a hard time. I told him to back off and ibthinknhe peed himself because they called the cops on us. 3 cruisers for a 82 year old lady who went out the wrong door. They should sell fried dough and corndogs because they are nothing but clowns at a circus. Having a great meal at the Wentworth by the Sea.....highly recommended read more

This place is trendy with a nice atmosphere and 5 star seafood chowder which is the only reason rating wasn't 2 stars. Wait staff and kitchen is very accommodating with dietary restrictions and with kids meals. The negatives and suggestions for improvement are many: 1. wait staff and kitchen did not coordinate dinner for table of 8 as meals were haphazardly brought out and forgetting one meal. And this is only a Tuesday night. 2. Cold smoked salmon appetizer I had to send back to the kitchen as it should have been labelled as poached. Very disappointing but did remove from check. 3. Ahi Tuna entree was a bit too spicy and could have been balanced better with some citrus/other for a better finish. I did ask them to use vegetable over the noodles which was done excellent! 4. Lobster dip was very bland and something that is just a step above what you would expect at Applebee's. Too much cream cheese and way below expectations. I hate to go on with a three star review but this restaurant has so much potential. If you want to be at 4.5 to 5 stars you need a better chef and a bit better coordination. I can go on with more if u post your email. This review is truthful and fair. read more

Been there several times and sit at the bar. It never disappoints. Todd, the bartender, is so personable and knows his stuff. His cosmo is the best and never disappoints with his recommendations. He's a 5 star guy! read more

This was my first time dining here and I'm hooked. The staff was gracious and welcoming, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere relaxing. We split the crab cakes and ordered the PEI mussels and Grilled Salmon as our mains. I had glass of white wine from the Piedmont region off the specials list that I hope becomes a regular. Individual ciabatta loaves were served after our drinks. The crab cakes were excellent, served piping hot and had a great texture that didn't fall apart. The mussels were served in a wonderful garlic white wine sauce and came with crispy toast points. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the sauce was dramatic, but didn't overwhelm the fish. The fried Brussels were my favorite part of this dish! They were perfectly crisp and tender. The sweet potato hash was just okay, but that's due to my personal dislike of sweet potatoes mixed with red peppers. This was a fantastic meal and we can't wait to come back! read more

Got the mussels to start with, quite good but a little small. Baked haddock was excellent, the bread crum and lemon crust was amazing, mashed potatoes were good quality as well. Service was nothing to complain about, only knock is it isn't the most expansive menu (probably COVID related). Solid find, definitely recommend read more

It's too bad they spent so much money building the place because their service and operation is so bad they are most likely going to go out of business with the way they run things. Horrible service, plates not cleared, water not filled, waited forever for meal, steak way over cooked, took it back waited over 30 min for new one, which was size of a steak tip lol, place was empty no excuse for subj poor service read more

I'm in the food and entertainment business so I rarely go out. And when I do it's usually disappointing, especially around the Portsmouth area. Tends to be over priced and small quantities. The meal and service I just had at this place was really superb. And it takes a lot for me to say that. I forget what this was I ordered but damn it was tasty. read more

Atlantic Grill - Seafood Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

First time diner..... was impressed from the moment I parked.... cool tiki torches outside, gas fireplace going inside; busy, but not too busy; cocktails & wine were delish; it was restaurant week in Portsmouth--- so, we chose 3 course $29.99 ea. Crab cake app Salad app Sword Yellowfin sushi tuna Tiramisu Churros All yummy Only bad negative mark was both rice dishes were not hot. They brought out hot replacements, no biggie. Waitress was friendly & avail able Sat at a high top table in bar area. Can't wait to return read more

After our small wedding ceremony, my husband and I had our wedding reception at Atlantic Grill in Rye. It was the perfect space for our event (about 25 people). The staff, including servers and the facility's events coordinator, was helpful, kind and attentive throughout the entire process, including coordinating the event (even though our timeline was relatively last minute). The food, which we selected as part of a "limited menu" was delicious and enjoyable--our guests were very impressed by not only the quality of the food, the portion sizes, but also the variety offered (definitely not just seafood--don't let the name fool you)! I would definitely recommend their indoor or outdoor space for anyone looking to have a small event in the Seacoast area. read more

So my parents were visiting and figured this was a good option since it was off the beach. I had had lunch her once before and it was enjoyable. We get there and the restaurant and patio were only half full and there was plenty of parking. We go in, nobody waiting for a seat. Great. Then the host taps on his tablet a few times and says it's an hour wait. What?! We walk into the bar to see if there's room and there's not. Empty tables everywhere. Either they aren't staffed or they only take reservations? We were annoyed and won't be going back. Petey's on the beach had room and the food was great. read more

I wanted to take two guests for a special lunch where the parking was easy, and the Atlantic Grill was recommended by friends I trust. We arrived shortly after noon on a Saturday, and I was thrilled by the large, flat parking lot with direct entry to the restaurant. Because rain was predicted, we decided to eat inside instead of on the appealing patio. It was a bit dim inside, but that's better than garish lights. We were given menus promptly and ordered drinks. High marks for the Bloody Marys! After mulling over the menu, all three of us decided to get bowls of chowder, and we shared a Caesar salad. As advertised, the chowder is award-winning -- thick and flavorful. You could tell there was lobster in there. It would have benefitted from more identifiable chunks of seafood, but the flavor was great and the serving was definitely enough for a satisfying lunch. The Caesar salad was perfectly prepared. We skipped dessert but had some very good coffee. All in all, a fine experience with attentive, pleasant service. Not cheap eats, but if you want to dine in a gracious setting, this is a good place. read more

While the surroundings were nice, it still a lot of bugs to get out. The food was OK.The service was friendly but certainly not attentive . The french onion soup was like gravy... not good :) my husband got the Tall Ship measly lobster roll worth 10.00 not 24.95... Save your money. .. Just saying read more

This place is amazing! The food was out of this world. My friend and I both had the duck with sweet potato mash and cauliflower puree special and it was so delicious I wanted to lick my plate.......No seriously!......I used my fingers instead . Our bartenders Todd and Dennis were super friendly and very helpful. Always checking on us, seeing if we needed anything. The building and décor was absolutely beautiful. We visited at night and the trees were lit up with white lights which gave it such an inviting and warm welcome. The inside décor was perfect. Large paintings and pictures, ocean colors. The jellyfish tank as you walk in the lounge area. The stone fireplace was beautiful. If you have not been here yet YOU NEED TO GO!!!! Great atmosphere for getting together with your friends or family. I give them 1 Million stars and a high fives! read more

This place is legit. New, clean, classy and a very pleasant atmosphere. Bar area is large and spacious with plenty of tv's. Decorated with a slight nautical theme in a modern sense. Got a quick bite for a late supper. Ordered a Swiss cheeseburger with fries and a cider. Food was cooked perfectly, veggies were fresh and it didn't take long at all. Great outdoor seating area as well. Staff was pleasant. I highly recommend this place for a nice dinner with friends and family or to get dressed up and celebrate a special occasion. I tad on the pricey side, but still very impressive. Basically everything a quality restaurant should be. read more

Absolutely yummy. Great atmosphere, great food! Loved the sweet potato fries and salmon burger....hold the roll!!

My wife and I visited Atlantic Grill Tuesday afternoon for a late lunch and cocktails. Our server Melissa was AMAZING! Her knowledge of the menu, both food and cocktails were on point. All of her suggestions were awesome!!! The seafood chowder was the best we've ever had! The tuna lettuce wraps were seasoned to perfection and the lobster dip was awesome! The cheesecake was by far best we've ever had as well and is made homemade daily. We met Melissa years ago at another restaurant and we can honestly say we've never been treated so amazing by anyone else. And we try to get to see her whenever we are in the area. If you are looking for a nice place with reasonable prices, a beautiful patio, great food and the best server around, stop in to Atlantic Grill and ask for Melissa! Thanks for your special service as always!!! read more

Fresh, creative cuisine coupled with professional friendly staff in an open atmosphere makes for some of the best dining in the area. The bar is spacious yet cozy and where we always dine. The drinks are mixed to perfection and the draught beer selection is big (and cold) read more

The food was very good. Drink selection was great. The temperature of the lounge room was blazing. Almost fell asleep. Great music as well. Love the jellyfish.... Overall would've gotten a five if it wasn't for the heat. read more

PEI mussels is APEX. We asked for spicy, and it was the right amount of spicy for us spicy food lovers. Will come again next time we are in town. read more

I planned my parent's 40th wedding anniversary with Caitlyn, the event planner at TAG, and could not have been more pleased with the communication leading up to the event and the care and attentiveness shown to our party the day of. And that, folks, is saying a ton because I am a project manager by nature and by profession. I'm picky, detail oriented and difficult to please, but Caitlyn and her team knocked it out of the park! First, the facility. It's new, clean and beautifully maintained. Our private dining area had access to their gorgeous patio and we were able to play a custom playlist because the space is equipped with an auxiliary jack. Hooray technology! Also, there is tons of parking. You can't beat it. Second, the staff. Our waiter John took care of our 14 person party and didn't miss a beat. Not a single request went unanswered, from drinks to photo ops, he had us covered! He had the appropriate amount of bussing and support staff and Caitlyn was present throughout the entire event making certain every detail was attended to. We were under a time constraint to make our whale watch tour so she even had her team decorate the room with the few items we put together. We could not have done it better ourselves. BRAVO! Third, the food. Nearly everyone ordered the chowder and gave it rave reviews. It's flavorful, packed with seafood and super filling. I found the consistency nice as well.The shrimp cocktail were crisp and beautifully presented. My parent's lobsters, even though only 1.25 lbs were sweet and more than enough food including the sides. Also, Market Price was $25 - very fair! Additional note about food/prices: I picked TAG because the menu had enough variety to suit nearly every taste, they have a raw bar, and compared to other seafood restaurants in the area, the prices are absolutely appropriate. Portions are big, too. I have to tell you that I didn't hear a single complaint about the food. Not one -- out of 14 people. I was impressed. Popovers bakery provides their cakes so I ordered a custom cake for the occasion. The cake was moist, it was gorgeously decorated and the frosting was light and sweetened just enough for my taste. The entire event went flawlessly and will be one to remember. My parent's were blown away and so was I. I don't have my pictures downloaded yet, but will make sure to update review with photos once I get there. read more

My wife and I dropped in for a cocktail and decided to order food. She ordered baked halibut and I ordered the swordfish. Both the halibut and swordfish overcooked making the meal less than enjoyable. Bar service was very good. read more

I was hard on this place with my initial visit when they first opened. My Wife and I have gone back several times. The service is great. Nice atmosphere. Food is very good. Reasonably priced. I think they adjusted the price accordingly as the menu seemed more pricey the first time around. I recommend dropping by. read more

I came here for an Anniversary dinner. We arrived at 5pm on a Sunday night, in the Fall. Service was fast, the restuarant was fairly empty. They have dinner theater at 6 or so, but there were not too many diners present. The bar seemed busy. I had a lobster roll combo with the Seafood Chowder. The Seafood Chowder was undoubtably the best i've ever had in my life. It was so rich, and I am a huge fan of chowder to begin with. The food came out fast, and the server was super nice. The prices were expensive, but even though the sign outside says "casual" dining, I'd say this borderlines with more "fine dining" for sure. The Lobster roll was good, I just felt lazy and didn't want to get a whole lobster. You will love this place; The restuarant feels upscale, new, and just classy. I read all the earlier reviews, I am sure that when they opened a year ago or so, they were working out flow, staffing, and the "kinks" that come with operating a new business. As they staff up, you should get a great experience both with your service and your food. I recommend it. read more

Service was fine. Staff was courteous. Food was terrible and way way way overpriced. We thought that when we saw the steep prices on the menu, that we might be in for something special...what a let down. Now we know which restaurant NOT to go to. read more

Asked to be seated on their patio. Which is beautiful. The food was excellent - we each had a surf and turf combo. All was well prepared, as ordered. The crab cakes were moist inside and crispy outside, served with a well spiced remoulade. The only reason I did not score the restaurant 5 stars was their service. Our server started the evening slightly distracted and never seemed to quite remember we were there. read more