It's been in Portsmouth 11 years. A delightful vegetarian restaurant with a very different and delicious menu. We had the Siamese Dream Curry which is a soup...kinda. Yellow curry with coconut milk, plenty of fresh vegetables with added color( red peppers, whole green peas and tofu meat which added a lovely texture to the dish. Favors were soothing on a semi chilly afternoon. The dining area is well layout, meaning each table has it own space so you don't feel crowded. And the service staff are polite, engaging, welcoming and friendly. Your spirit leaves fulfilled. Enjoy! read more

We enjoyed a perfect dinner tonight at Green Elephant. The ambience, decor & vibe are excellent (see photos). Our server was kind and well versed with the menu. The coconut curry with rice noodles was divine & my friend thoroughly enjoyed her pineapple fried rice. Paired nicely with an Australian Sauv. Blanc read more

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Imagine my delight and surprise when my favorite restaurant from my old home in Portland Maine is also seconds from my work in Portsmouth! They have all the same great stuff and more room for seating at this downtown location. Same yummy and clean food, same beautiful employees and great service. 5 stars, no notes. read more

July 2025: My husband and I were in Portsmouth, NH for one night and we were looking for a healthy dinner option and a few locals recommended dining at Green Elephant. One girl said the food was "so yummy" and after dining there, we have to agree! We started with the Thai Curry Puffs, vegetable dumplings, and coconut soup. The Thai curry puffs were so good! I loved the taste and texture of the flaky pastry shell. The vegetable dumplings were also a hit, although my husband wished they were served warm and not cold. The coconut soup was my favorite! Sooo flavorful, creamy, and it smelled amazing. If you like coconut milk, you have to order this soup! For dinner we shared the Pad Thai and the Thai Ginger Noodles. Both were amazing and we liked to mixing them together. I asked for some spicy red sauce on the side to give the dishes that extra sweet and spicy kick. Highly recommend! read more

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We arrived 7:30pm on a Saturday and it was busy! But we were seated right away as a party of two. Service was slow. It took maybe 15 min for anyone to come over and greet us at our table. Get the thai curry puffs and king oyster mushroom tempura! The cucumber sauce that comes with the thai curry puff is so good - vinegary and sweet. The peanut curry was salty! I was surprised. My mouth was puckering from the salt. The food took maybe 20 min to come out. read more

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Fantastic Thai meal!! The coconut soup was beautiful and delicious. Noodles were tasty and not too oily. Rice and veggies were just what we needed. Next time we hope to try the cheesecake or other dessert. Great service and tasty filtered water! Wish the table was not sticky! read more

Green Elephant - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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I got the Saimese dream curry for takeout. I was worried the crispy noodles wouldn't be crispy since I got takeout but it was actually pretty good since it was packaged separate from the curry. The curry was very good and the hostess was very kind! read more

The food is great. Flavorful and balanced. The service is excellent and the dining area is modern and simple creating a positive dining environment. I like it a lot and I've gone back several times. read more

Delicious food and great ambiance. many choices and the service was great. Definitely a place to go back to for a wonderful menu with so many options! read more

Food was wonderful! All of it. The Thai Curry Puff appetizer was delicious, as was my Siamese Dream Curry. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his Green Curry dish. Service was great. I eat a vegan diet while my husband is mostly vegetarian - we both highly recommend you eat here. The one downside is that the chairs are pretty uncomfortable; however, not so much that they detract from 5-stars. read more

Very Yummy Vegan Food! The Thai Tea Is Fantastic Too! I Kept Slurping Them Down Like Its Ice Cream. I Am Beyond Impressed With Green Elephant! read more

The food is not only healthy and delectable but beautiful! Decided to go with a couple of apps this time and add some rice. That way could split the vegan cheesecake. The Thai curry puffs flaky and delicious. But the COCONUT SOUP--wow! Don't miss this. I will dream about this soup! Service was warm and attentive. read more

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I kept saying that I had no idea how this food was this delicious, the textures were somehow PERFECT this is the best fake chicken I have ever consumed. 11/10 for the nuggets. The other food was also amazing we had the spare ribs in addition to the apps. Our server was fantastic he talked to me about how the food was made I was so impressed with his knowledge of the food. We will return next time we are in the area :) read more

Green Elephant - The "chicken" the dumplings and curry puffs. Soy Nuggets Dinner Soy Nuggets Dinner Dumplings Dinner - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Such an awesome vegetarian Thai restaurant! We ordered the Thai basil fried rice, which was fantastic, and the Siamese Dream Curry Noodles. The curry were amazing, a rich creamy broth with a generous portion of noodles, veggies, and meat alternatives (tofu and soy meat). Definitely will be coming back soon! read more

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Green elephant is excellent for food and service - Roti canai - 5/5 Curry puffs - 5/5 Siemese noodles - it's one of my favorite items but it lacked veggies first and then when they added veggies it lacked sauce - it was also not spicy which is a bummer / hopefully they fix it for next time read more

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Used to be our favourite go to place for a last 4 years. I don't know what changed but the last year Brussels sprouts were burned or soggy. The spring rolls are just different not like used to be and tofu tiki masala last week was the most disappointing experience. Sour, less creamy and very blend almost felt like it was mixed with water and lemon juice. Don't get me wrong, green elephant is a great place to eat with delicious menu but that tiki masala disappointment is a last straw for us. read more

Almost everything is vegan, or can be made so, and Oh. So. Delicious!! One of our fave meals all week long We ate dinner on a Friday night, and my only complaint is how LOUD the place was. The all wood interior seemed to amplify the sound. Def not a quiet, romantic or date night place, at least on the weekend. We could barely hear our server, and forget talking to each other. That being said, the service was outstanding, and the food was, every bite, phenomenal! For an appetizer, we ordered the King Trumpet Oyster Mushroom Tempura, and received a HUGE bowl of delicately crispy mushroom bites with a delicious light sauces to dip it in that took the savory factor up a million degrees! SO GOOD, I can't recc it enough! We had the Spicy Vegetable Stir Fry, at a spice level 3/4, which had a red curry sauce and tofu "meat" that was out of this world! I had a Green Curry Bowl loaded with green veggies, and spicy hot at 4/4. It was heat hot as well, which was perfect for the cold night. Overall, the food was some of the best we ate anywhere in Portsmouth, with service that equaled the best anywhere else. Don't miss out on such a fab place to eat - just find a quieter time to visit! read more

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We had dinner here Thursday evening. We both got vegan entrees which were very good. The ambiance is nice though the seats uncomfortable. What was lacking was the service. First our hostess was unfriendly. She had a puss on her face like she hated being there. She was wearing a shirt that exposed her belly which I found inappropriate for a server in pretty much any restaurant, let alone a "nice" one like this. She brought us to the table and practically threw down the appetizer plates and utensil/napkin setups. She came back with water glasses and threw them down so haphazardly she spilled one over dropping about a third of the glass on the table and nearly soaking my wife's cell phone before saving it. Instead of apologizing she just complimented herself on the save. She got a paper towel and again haphazardly wiped it up missing a small puddle on the table. When the waitress came over I asked for another napkin letting her know what happened and she brought one over leaving it for me to clean it up. The waitress at least was kind, but hardly returned after serving the meal to see if we needed anything. So overall, the food is good, service needs improvement. It wouldn't stop me from going again, but good to know what to expect. read more

Delicious spot for some cozy Thai food. Lemongrass chicken, tom yum soup...spring rolls..pad thai all amazing

We really enjoy the Green Elephant, even though we are not vegetarian. The menu takes plenty of nods from Thai cuisine, the staff is always nice and friendly and the food delicious. On our most recent visit, we stopped in for lunch. It seems they do not offer a lunch menu, but the dinner menu is varied enough that you can pick and choose to scale down to a delicious lunch. We started with a few appetizers, a very delicious version of "Curry puffs", with light flaky dough and a delicious filling that did not overwhelm with the curry flavor. The Singapore noodles were enough to share for two people, especially at lunch time. Lot's of fresh vegetables, and crunchy fried tofu. I like that you can customize the heat level for most dishes. While we did not have alcoholic beverages, they do have a full bar and creative cocktails which we have enjoyed when visiting for dinner. read more

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Nice clientele, nice light fixture, cool vibe upon walking in. My friends and I were walking around Portsmouth and wanted to grab a light dinner before a long drive back to VT. We each ordered something different: chive pockets, Singapore noodles, samosa appetizer, and peanut curry. This was definitely a trendy place with eclectic Asian fusion. read more

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If you're vegan, vegetarian, and/or a gluten free glutard, this could be the perfect place for you. Our experience here the first time was so good that when friends suggested it we didn't hesitate to say yes. It's a great place to meet up and at least try to hang out for awhile. The only thing that prevents that is the type of seat. It's a square piece of wood that is not contoured in any way, making it very difficult to spend any amount of time there, especially when you have no butt. I liken it to sitting on a concrete slab. Maybe it's deliberate to get you in and out in the shortest period of time possible. Full bar with an array of wine and beer to make and keep everyone happy. I and my mate had the same thing and were very happy. It's a simple dish. Steamed Assorted Vegetables with Peanut Sauce: Broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, zucchini, corn, snow peas, carrot, green beans, and steamed tofu. Vegan and gluten free. Service was attentive and friendly so no problem there. It can get a bit loud when it crowds up so just beware of that. Overall a great experience and the prices are still reasonable post COVID. It appeared to be adequately staffed. Very high on the recommend list. read more

I wish I lived in Portsmouth so I could come here all the time! This restaurant is great- excellent service, sunny dining room, and the food was sooo delicious!! We got the Siamese Curry and Hot and Sour Soup and both were vegan and super flavorful. Highly recommend Green Elephant if you're looking for an excellent vegan options in Portsmouth! read more

This place never disappoints. I had the spicy greens salad and was impressed by the portion size. I was torn on what to order for a dessert but the waiter recommend the fried banana with coconut ice cream. He suggested adding chocolate sauce for a sundae flavor and it was next level! read more

I visit Green Elephant whenever we are in the area, but it really is worth it's own trip. Every single menu item is brilliantly crafted and executed at the absolute highest quality. From the tenderness of the seitan 'spare ribs' to the crispy delicate oyster mushroom tempura, no detail is left unspoken. The offer of inspired mocktails and craft n/a beer is enough to make this beautiful location perfect for any occasion. The staff is brilliant and kind. The Green Elephant really delivers. Pro tip. They're coffee is served in its own individual French press and they offer coconut cream! read more

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My daughter likes this place so we made it a foursome with her husband and Mimsy. I was a little unenthused because I'm not a vegetarian. I assumed it would be dissatisfying but I was wrong. The food was delicious, atmosphere was great and the service was spot-on. I walked out of there feeling very full and happy. Mai tais were good too. So, if you think a vegetarian restaurant will be a drag, give them a try and have a great meal. read more

Good food and large portions for the price. Service was a little slow but friendly and the restaurant was pretty and comfortable! read more

Green Elephant - Pad Thai Lunch - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

The ambiance and service here was great. Actually the service was impeccable and we had a party of 10 so I was impressed by that. We also had some vegans, some non-vegans and some people who were gluten free people in the group and they were able to accommodate everyone nicely so that was great. BUT the food was lacking in flavor. Everything was pretty bland which was disappointing for Thai food except for the mocktails which were really nice. The food really needs more flavor as well as spice. I also think the prices were a bit on the high side. read more

Outstanding vegetarian restaurant with a liquor license. Had the vegetable dumplings and edamame. Loved them. The alcohol drinks are great as are the kombucha mocktails. read more

Green Elephant - Menu - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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Took me a few days to discover this location on a recent trip! Once I did, I kept returning. It was like being in Europe but the pastries have a Mediterranean flare. I had feta honey bun thingy. I also had a Kalamata olive bread which I paired with some Brie & salami later on. They make a perfect cortado. They get busy, so if there's something you're interested in, better get there early read more

Yum yum yum!! We all need veggies and Green Elephant delivers in the most delicious ways. Thank you staff for another birthday celebration, quiet and unspoken is my sons way, at the best restaurant for vegan food we have found. They take the meat but BOY DO THEY ADD FLAVOR! Get there, you want to save room for the chocolate cake, Wowza! read more

Green Elephant - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

This place is highly recommended online/in social media amongst the vegan friendly places in New Hampshire. I was so excited to try them reading such positive reviews. We were here during lunch time on a weekend and the place was tightly packed. They wouldn't take reservation through phone and it's first come first serve. Luckily, we didn't have to wait for long to get a table. The employees were very warm and the service was impeccable. We ordered a bunch of items (sorry I was so excited and hungry, so forgot to click pictures of everything). It's a vegetarian place, so some of the dishes may have egg, they will easily skip the eggs upon request. We ordered some appetizers like spring rolls, tofu nuggets, roti - masman curry, curry puffs and pine apple fried rice (without the egg) and basil fried rice. Both the fried rice tasted delicious and the appetizers were good. The only dish that could have been better is the roti massaman, the roti was super crunchy almost to the point of being so sharp, the curry was oily. Other than that, I loved everything else. Overall, I highly recommend the place. read more

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Very good pan-Asian vegetarian / vegan cuisine in downtown Portsmouth. Full bar. Excellent service. Very noisy. Street parking (not easy). read more

It's nice to have a vegetarian option in Portsmouth but to be honest it was just okay. Restaurant was noisy and felt like we were being rushed through. We got our bill before we were done eating and after we told our sever that we were still eating. We did really like the daily appetizer special, Curry Puffs, but one of them was cold. read more

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Omg YUM, the atmosphere, the service, the appetizers, cocktails...stop! We had 4 entrees one was my favorite outstanding dish, my second favorite was the best thing I have ever eaten. Third and fourth favorites were incredibly yummy. In other words, you can not go wrong.!! My family and I want to eat our way through the entire menu. read more

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Hands down the best vegan/vegetarian place I have ever been to. I have nut allergies, so It is always a gamble to go to vegan places, but they are very cautious when you notify them of an allergy. The thai fried rice and green curry are to die for!! They do a good job of having a rotating special menu and they always have a drink of the day/week. The cocktail menu is shockingly one of the best in the downtown Portsmouth area (and they have happy hour 4-6). read more

A friend and I were in Portsmouth for a concert and decided to try Green Elephant. It was busy, but we got a table in about 10 minutes. The interior is nicer than we were expecting: dim, warm lighting, lots of wood and clean lines. Our waitress was friendly. We got two dishes to share: peanut curry (with tofu instead of soy-meat, because my friend is gluten-free) and pad thai. We were asked what spice level we wanted on a scale of 0-4, so we chose 2 for both. That ended up being perfect. The food had a nice kick, but not so much that my mouth was on fire. This was comfort food done really well. The pad thai had a certain smokiness that neither of us could quite identify but both adored. The noodle-to-vegetable ratio was good, and the sauce was mild with a nice, subtly sweet tang. The peanut curry was thick and filled with sweet potatoes, fried tofu (good-sized, crispy pieces), chickpeas (an interesting addition), and carrots. We were awed by the carrots in particular. They were cooked to tender perfection and soaked up the curry beautifully. We were shocked by how much we loved Green Elephant and by how reasonable the prices were. My only complaint is that it isn't closer to home. read more

Green Elephant - Peanut curry with fried tofu - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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Very nize. The faux Thai dishes were as yum as one would be led to believe from their reviews. They did a change-up with my "Pad kee mau with soba instead of rice noodles". Seemed a bit of an odd idea but worked very well. They understand heat so if you ask for it super spicy it will be super spicy. Didn't expect the level of cocktails that were served up - complex and super tasty. Atmosphere is casual/upscale and all the servers were personable. Will absolutely be returning when in the nearby area. read more

This place is great! Long waits so make sure you make a reservation a head of time. Thai basil rice was good- service was quick felt a little rushed but over all the food was good. read more

Green Elephant - Thai Basil Fried Rice Dinner - Vegetarian Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

The Quick: Amazing food (lots of vegan options), delicious cocktails, and big portions. Staff is friendly and the location is great. Highly recommend! read more

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