This restaurant is absolutely amazing! Definitely ask for an outdoor table on one of the deck roofs. Order seafood. It literally tastes like they caught the fish and shellfish the same day. We ordered two bowls of clam chowder and a seafood platter for three people. We could not even finish it. Everything is so fresh! Best clam chowder. Best fish and chips. Beastly whole belly clams and large shrimp! All while overlooking the Hampton Beach Coast. When I go, there is usually a live band or singer playing. Wear appropriate clothing as they may not let you in if you come with just a bathing suit. Tip your bartenders and servers accordingly! They work so hard... read more

We stopped in for lunch after a few nearby places were packed--and I'm honestly so glad they were! We had a fairly large group, including two strollers, and even though the lower level was reserved for another party, the staff kindly let us sit down there. The service was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The food didn't disappoint either. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the clam chowder was one of the best I've ever had--rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. There's also a lovely view of the beach, which added to the experience. Parking can be a little tricky, but it wasn't too bad and definitely worth it for the quality of food and service. If we're ever back in the area, we'll absolutely be stopping by again! read more

Year 5 of our annual tradition coming to Boardwalk Cafe served us right-- 5th year in a row! This is by far the tastiest restaurant at Hampton Beach, and there will never be a year where I visit Hampton without paying this fantastic establishment a visit. The service here is great every year, and you get a nice view of the ocean if you dine on the patio (highly recommend). The Buffalo chicken wrap I get every time is made consistently well, and is one of the best I've ever had. The fries are tasty as well. Pair both of these with some ketchup and mustard and you're rolling. The Shirley temple was a great complement to the meal. This place is so good I consider taking a road trip up North during the off season just to get my hands on it again. Year 6 is in the books! read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Buffalo chicken wrap w/ fries, fish n chips, shirleeeey temple :) - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

We had a gorgeous view from the upper deck! The service was fast and so friendly, and the food was even better. read more

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There are several places to eat along the stretch of Hampton Beach but you can't go wrong with Boardwalk Café & Pub. A friend and I met there on a September Saturday for lunch, having never been to Hampton Beach. Boardwalk Café & Pub was recommended by a co-worker and it did not disappoint. We got there near opening and there were plenty of tables available. We sat in the upstairs outdoor seating area at the railing, a prime spot for people-watching and enjoying the beautiful oceanfront. If I hadn't had to drive back to Waltham I would have sampled one of the delicious-looking cocktails. Next time maybe. I had the fish and chips, and my companion had a Cobb salad. The fish and chips came out piping hot, small bite-sized chunks of haddock perfect for dipping into tartar sauce. The fries were tasty and just the right amount to compliment and not overwhelm the fish. The cole slaw was just okay but folks who don't like a lot of dressing in their slaw would approve. I like mine a little creamier. My companion enjoyed her Cobb salad. The music (pop) was a little loud but as I was enjoying the songs I didn't ask if they'd turn it down and soon got used to it. The staff were pleasant to a person, and the waitstaff prompt and accommodating when we made requests regarding our meals. I would DEFINITELY return! read more

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We sat upstairs our sever was sweet and as attentive as she could I just wished we got refills on our drinks. Nothing too special about this place, honestly looking at the other restaurant menus on Hampton beach this was one looked the best for this little beach town. The best thing we got was the mussels, they were surprisingly really fresh and great flavors. My husband had the shrimp and lobster scampi and I had the ahi tuna salad it wasn't bad but nothing to write home about. It was a decent meal, but I would eat here again for the views of the beach and fantastic for people watching. Seriously very entertaining watching all the tricked out cars drive by with their music blasting and the fun police action lol. read more

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Rude service. Couldn't even order takeout. Was rude the entire time. Even after ordering they were so rude I didn't even end up taking the food read more

I had three apertize the lobster Rangoon, couldn't taste any lobster or the cream cheese that supposed to have in it. It was very mushy with who knows what was in it. Also had the stuff seafood mushrooms. Again could not taste any seafood I it. The mushrooms were flat and soggy. Scollops wrapped in bacon were over cooked and we're the size of marbles. When we were done half of the apps were still left on plate and seemed like the waitress knew not to ask how everything was. Had two drinks and it cost me 100.00 To leave hungry. Oh ya I'll go there again and tell all my friends. read more

I''ve been debating whether or not to post this review. I'm a frequent visitor to Hampton Beach but had never been to the Boardwalk before, so I decided to try it. It was at the end of the season last September. I was alone so I sat at the bar. The bartender was great and the food was good. So why one star? I was struggling with a medical issue at the time which made it difficult to eat, so I was taking my time and eating very slowly. I excused myself to use the restroom twice during my meal. The second time, an employee, I'm guessing a manger because he wasn't waiting tables or taking care of customers, watched me come out of the restroom. He followed me to the bar and asked me if there was a problem. I told him no problem, I'm just trying to finish my meal. This man then sat on a stool a few feet behind me, and watched me the entire time I was there, which wasn't much longer. I was so uncomfortable I paid my tab and left without finishing my dinner or my first beer. I wish I had gotten his name, but he was short, balding (or shaved head) and had a beard. I won't be back, which I'm sure won't upset them too much since I had never been there before, but I've never been treated so poorly. I was polite, sober, and quietly minding my own business. It wasn't busy since it was the end of the season, so it's not like they needed the one seat I was occupying, so I'm not sure what the issue was other than that this gentleman has no business working in the hospitality industry. read more

Night started out great until our order was given the the table behind us. Unfortunately, instead of ordering another choice, my plate went back to the kitchen. You know what they say about sending your food back to the kitchen. Not only was my salmon over cooked and the topping wasn't fresh, there was a hair on my plate. Don't do it! Neatless to say I didn't have a good experience and I left hungry. We had plans after dinner to attend a concert so having another meal prepared was out of the question. The waitress didn't have authorization to adjust the bill without the cook coming out. Too bad. It leaves me to never give the Boardwalk another chance and to let you know read more

The food was ok but the service and view are great. Everyone in party enjoyed their food very much it was just mine that was "ok". Fish and chips just were not fresh. Since oceanfront that should not have been an issue. But a... happens read more

Sky saved our night out!!! She is absolutely amazing! Food was great and so were the drinks! The star though was Sky

Easily one of the worst meals I've ever had. Service staff is okay. The manager Tarren waited on us for the most part she was lovely, our server Jenna was absent until we asked the bartender for our bill. I don't make bad reviews often but I've been here multiple times this year it's the last place I would go on the beach. Definitely pass if you're a vegetarian one of the worst Mac and Cheese I've ever had Kraft is better, tasted like someone dumped an entire bottle of garlic powder into the sauce. Definitely avoid it's worth the wait at the Goat or Walley's. Ambiance, feels like a light blue funeral home, it's honestly wild that this place is busy ever I will say the food comes out fast but it's not worth the calories. read more

Service was excellent.. food was ok.. had the bake lobster and it was sub par. Chicken parm chewy ..

The food is so good that I always go to this restaurant every time I go to Hampton Beach. The staff is amazing and kind to me and my family. The restaurant is clean and the ocean view is beautiful. read more

Being from NY, I prefer a hot butter lobster roll but this place has a delicious cold lobster roll. Great staff and service ever with a crowd they were very attentive. The Feeling Hot Hot hot Margarita was spicy but was more like spiked pineapple juice then a margarita. read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

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So amazing and large portions. Will not disappoint. Even the cocktails are so good! Across from the beach and the view is so pretty. The prices are so fair as well. Surf and turf only 34.99. Huge stuffed lobster tail with steak and two sides . The bacon wrapped scallops are amazing. read more

Oh boy. The location of this place is its saving grace. I have a feeling if they were not right on the main strip of Hampton Beach with two floors of ocean views, they would not be in business long. My girlfriends and I came here for an early dinner on a Saturday night when all of the other places were impossible to get into (this should have been our first red flag). We ordered the sampler appetizer and crab cakes to start. The sampler portion size was shockingly small. It looked like a kid's meal to be honest and ate like one too - there was not enough to go around, not to mention the mediocre quality of the food. The crab cakes tasted like they had more filler than crab in them. They were also drizzled with honey mustard which I found to be a very odd and poor choice for seafood. For my entree, I ordered the fish & chips. I expected the fish to be a haddock filet, but instead it was served in chunks/bite size pieces. I've never had it like that before so it was kind of suspect and unappetizing. My friends had a chicken sandwich, burger, and the baked haddock. The sandwich & burger came dry as a bone with no sauce or condiments. They had to ask for them. The baked haddock looked so unappealing. The presentation of the dish was just horrible. Needless to say, my friends were not satisfied with their meals. I'd say suck up the wait for any other place on the boardwalk! read more

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I can't say enough good things about this place!! We were in town for a hockey tournament and when a team of 10 year old boys and families showed up Friday night at 8:30 the owner and staff were beyond accommodating. Obviously it's off season there so there was plenty of room but they rearranged tables for us and were so patient and kind through out the chaos. Even more so when we showed up the next night! And the food....so good! Lobster Rangoon was awesome! The chowder was perfect! Best part was the already reasonable prices were cut in half for March Madness! If you're looking for a great spot I highly recommend Boardwalk Cafe!! read more

They gave us good portions and a incredibly generous amount of lobster on this roll but I give the food a 2/5 because the burger bun came out burnt on one side, the food tasted like there was no salt aside from on the cheese fries, and the service was so slow and inattentive. At least we had a nice view, but we just can't come back knowing all the options just a few blocks away. read more

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The food service and drinks a+ atmosphere was pleasant I did enjoy and it's next to casino ballroom read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Fried Clam Strips - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

Great location with great view of beach and awesome for people watching...Had drinks there and service was so so but it was busy holiday weekend so no real complaints read more

Amazing chief, their home made clam chowder is the best in town. Their lobster roll is rightly priced and perfectly made. Phantom gourmet must check this place out read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Tuna salad - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

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Wish I remembered this from last time! Cold flatbread pizza , cold fries and terrible on top of it 40$ for fried flatbread and 2 drinks 1 was a beer ! Disgusting read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Disgusting burnt steak tips - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

Nice clean restaurant with ocean view and plenty outdoor seating, food and drinks were nothing too special... * there was a guy sitting next to us on the bar that had puppy on his shorts.... read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Guy's shorts - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

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Four of us dined here Sunday. The view was of the beach so that was nice, even though it was a stormy day. No meals stood out and the lobster pie and lobster shrimp scampi lacked flavor. Lobster was over cooked and too tough on the edges. Vegetables were majorly over salted and couldn't be finished (we usually wouldn't t leave a veggie behind). Disappointing meal for the price. Service was fine. read more

It was 91 degrees on the beach today, Aug. 1st and humid. We wanted a place with good A/C to eat lunch and have a couple of libations. We sat at the bar, and the bartender, Tarren, provided superior service, was friendly, and just had the sweetest disposition. Business was a little slow in the mid afternoon, and my wife was astonished how Tarren took the opportunity to clean shelves and wiped down the bottles of alcohol. You've got an extra ordinary employee in Tarren. To the Boardwalk Inn and Cafe ownership and management team, I sincerely hope you appreciate her. We certainly do! Rob and Teresa Emerson Kemah, TX read more

Had the Cajun snapper tonight and it was perfect. My server Jordan was the best. Highly recommended. read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Cajun snapper. - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

Stayed at the inn and had dinner in the restaurant. Sat at the bar and the view was amazing. Bartenders (Jake?) very pleasant. Lobster rangoons were quite good and my ahi tuna salad was just divine. The dressing and the feta cut the richness of the perfectly cooked (just barely that is) tuna. Fried clams were a little more breaded than we would have preferred but good nonetheless. 3 drafts, 2 coronas and a white russian, 2 entrees and a appetizer and it was $91 before tip. Not bad at all for the area. read more

Food was very good and good portion waited a bit for the food but it was worth the wait

Very limited space inside and non seating. TakeOut and Delivery-only spot pretty much. It's nestled into Marina Bay by the brewery (not a coincidence, and yes you can take your pizza to the brewery and drink beer). Phenomenal slices and everyone I've talked to at the counter is quite pleasant to chat with. read more

Where is room for the sixth star. That is what this place deserves. We've been coming here for years and have never had a bad meal. I don't know why I never reviewed it. This picture is of the captain's platter scallops shrimp and fried clams oh my. Don't forget the bed of onion rings which are the best I've ever had and the hat everything was so sweet read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Captains platter.. - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

Had dinner here yesterday and it was perfect. It was a packed restaurant but we didn't have to wait. We were seated outside near where the live band was. The waiter came shortly and we didn't have to wait long for our order or food. Chicken parm (19.99) - sauce tasted awesome. Decent portion.. could save some to take home but I finished it. Steak tips (26.99) - tips were tender and cooked medium as I requested; I forgot what it was marinated with but it has a sweetness to it. Chicken tenders/fries for kids (6.99) - nothing special here but my kid finished it. I got the boardwalk mule : yum! Light and refreshing. My husband got the punch.. a good amount of alcohol. We enjoyed our dinner very much. It was a nice night with music and watching the sun go down. read more

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Great view of the water and my lobster roll was generous and delicious! Good drinks, too!! The baked haddock looked good. Nachos were average. Waiter was adorable and very sweet and accommodating! read more

What a complete tourist trap. Went there for dinner tonight. We were quickly sat outside which was our choice of seating ( that was the only positive). Conner was quick to greet us and take our drink order ( Diet Coke & Ice tea) We ordered Nachos w chicken guacamole on the side and chicken tenders. The food arrived 25 mins after. The nachos were nothing more than chips in a bowl with bland chicken, chunks of onion and a few jalapeños scattered across cold cheese. The chicken tenders were ice cold. We asked for additional plates that were never delivered. I sent the tenders back and 10-15 mins later they came back to the table just barely wars. They had an aftertaste of fish ( must be the same oil). $58.00 for food that was mostly left sitting on the table. I won't go back. read more

Food and service was good. And the view was sick!! Our server was good she was polite and fast with our order. We our thinking of coming back tomorrow for the movie night with the kids!! They eat free I guess. That's always a plus. read more

Boardwalk Cafe & Pub - Sitting outside with the fam waiting for our tendies!! - Seafood Near Me - Hampton, New Hampshire

I recently had tickets to a concert at the Hampton Casino Ballroom. Looking for a pre-show bite to eat my wife and I stopped in at Boardwalk Cafe 2 hours prior to the show. We were told it was a 35 to 45 minute wait which would still give us time to make the show. As promised we were seated 35 minutes, an hour and 15 minutes before the show. So far so good. We waited 15 minutes for our server to take our drink order. Noting to her we were going to the show, a full hour away, we ordered drinks and a couple simple sandwiches. Then we waited, and waited, and waited. Some 20 minutes later the server stopped by and apologized for the wait, promising we would get our order soon. At this point we thought we would be fine as long as the order came in 5 or 10 minutes. So we waited and waited some more, for another 20 minutes. Now just 25 minutes from the start of the show, we could not wait any longer. I went to the hostess, filled her in on my story, and asked for the server. She came by 5 minutes later and I told her we could not wait, that we had to leave. She was again all apologetic and told us we could have our order put in a doggie bag for pick up after the show, since the order was already entered. I asked her to just cancel my order, which she agreed to do with more apologies. We left very hungry. Inside the show venue we ran into another couple who we met in the Boardwalk Cafe waiting area and we're seated just before us. They asked if we enjoyed our meals. We told them the above story. They noted their meals came out very quickly after being seated, but quite honestly they said we didn't miss anything saying everything came out cold. We will never try Boardwalk Cafe again. read more

Great food and staff. My surroundings was calm and relaxing. Will come again once the weather gets good again

The atmosphere and food was delicious! I had the New England clam chowder, it was fantastic! I also ordered the steak tips, I asked for them medium rare but got them well done. I usually would send them back but even well done they were delicious so I ate them anyway! Will definitely be coming back in the future read more

Not a vibe,Don't waste your time or money the service was terrible and slow ...the food (appetizer platter) was wet and soggy and the drink tower was filled with juice n had no alcohol whatsoever (not even an exaggeration there was not a drop of liquor) a waste of time dropping in here read more