Finding ourselves down in Portsmouth then Kittery this was the perfect spot to stop into for lunch…read more No wait for a spot and we decided to enjoy two of the window seats. They had a good mix of seating, with the mentioned window seats, bar seats, and tables. The staff were all friendly and service was extremely fast. Very impressive how quickly they brought our food out. Speaking of food, so many of the food options sounded good and we would definitely return to try more. My wife ended up getting the Duck Yuzu Shoyu Ramen and said it was the best ramen she has had. I had the Duck Yakisoba and was blown away as well. Especially comparing to some other similar spots they did not skimp on the duck at all. Along with that it was packed with flavor and both dishes were reasonably priced! If you are looking for a ramen/noodle spot this is a must-try!

Pleasant pan-Asian restaurant in Kittery village - and a nice change from other typical venues like…read morediners and lobster pounds. They offer a variety of ramens and phos as well as some curry dishes and salads. My wife had their curried shrimp and green salad which were very good. The salad was excellent and the shrimp plump and spicy. I had their barbecue pork bun and was tempted by their ramens but went for the daily special of a duck pho. The pork bun was okay, having a different flavor profile than what I was expecting from usual Chinese pork buns. The pho, unfortunately, was a little disappointing: while the duck itself was good, lean and tasty, the broth was almost tasteless. Addition of their house hot sauce didn't improve it (maybe needed the real sriracha!). And - I got a stomach ache right after the meal (maybe from the raw bean sprouts?). Anyway, wished I'd gone with the ramen ... So some dishes were very good, some need work imo. We'll try it again - I haven't been put off by the experience tbh. Staff is very pleasant and friendly. The restaurant is clean and while a little on the small side, seating was comfortable and pleasant decor.

We have ordered takeout from here twice before if I recall correctly and were not impressed…read more Thought we would try again. I had the fried pork dumplings which were pretty good. Then had the Basil fried rice with chicken and was really underwhelmed. Supposed to be a "2" spicy level which I realize is low but there was just nothing..... The chicken was on the dry side and it was just plain bland. Not nearly enough taste - doesnt even have to be spicy but some taste would be good. We shall see, might try again and ask for higher spicy-level. But right now I can only say that it isnt bad as such but could/should be much better to really be a place I would go back to.

The food is great. The staff is very pleasant. We get take out because they don't have a bar. We…read morehave had 3 takeouts, all great!

Best fried rice I have ever had. They use fresh delicious veggies and I have had several terrific…read moremeals here. The only issue I have is that I keep coming back to the same few menu items because they are so good! Also, this place is open for lunch. It is only closed on Tuesdays.

We some videos on social media about this place and decided to give it a try. I'm glad that we made…read morea reservation as the place is not very large and it was very busy. The had free parking available. Our server took our drink order and provided us with a menu as soon as we sat down. My drink was strong and it tasted ok. For an appetizer we went with the wings. We asked for spicy but they weren't very spicy. They were seasoned nicely and were crispy. For my main course, I went with shrimp pad thai. It was good pad thai but after seeing my Hanoi Bone in, I would have to come to try that dish. I love the overall decor of this place. It makes sense why many videos have popped up recently on social media.

Passing through Portsmouth on the way up the coast and I was looking for something that the various…read morecarnivores, veggie leaning, etc. in my family would like. We also tend to skew all over the place regarding the ethnicity of foods we like. I go for Asian foods and that's not my husband and son's preference. I happen to love street food from all countries as I know that is usually the best! What fun to have a place to try various types. This place was perfect for multiple reasons. Everything we had was tasty and satisfying. The decor was fun and the service was friendly. They both got lamb shawarma, my kid had it with fries. They were both very satisfied. I had a an Asian salad with a protein of Korean bbq beef... There were a number or different proteins offered. One of the ways I can tell if I like a restaurant if they have good salad dressing (imho most don't) and the salad dressing was delicious. A nice lemon vinaigrette. Will definitely stop by again on another one of our trips to see Grandma.

Overall, we really enjoyed the food here. The menu has a lot of exciting options that immediately…read moremake you want to order several things and try all the different Asian flavors. This was our first visit, and we tried the chicken sandwich, potstickers, and cauliflower. Everything had really good flavor and a nice level of spice, and the portions felt fair for the price. The chicken sandwich was tasty, although I thought the chicken itself could have been a little thicker and juicier. I also liked that they cut the sandwich in half, but the tape around it felt a little excessive and made it harder than it needed to be to actually eat. That said, the flavors were very good, the pricing felt reasonable, and I enjoyed both the food and the beer. From a value standpoint, I thought they did a lot right. The main thing that kept the experience from being better was the service on the patio. The staff was not unfriendly at all, but it was difficult at times to get someone's attention, and simple requests seemed to take longer than they should have. That's something I'm noticing more and more in restaurants lately. If guests are being asked to tip at full-service levels, there still needs to be consistent follow-through and attentiveness throughout the meal, especially on a patio where it can already be harder to get someone's attention. Overall, though, I would recommend the place. The food was flavorful, interesting, and reasonably priced, and I'd definitely be willing to come back and try more of the menu.

Ate here for lunch during Market Square Day in June and 5 Thai Bistro was a very welcome respite…read morefrom the extreme heat outside. Our party of 3 was seated immediately in this clean and attractive restaurant and we decided to share two entrees: Pineapple Fried Rice and Deluxe Pad Thai. Both were delicious and the portion size of the two plates was enough for all three of us to feel satisfied. For dessert we got the mango sticky rice which was also outstanding. Definitely recommend!

We appeared a few minutes before the restaurant opened, and the staff were very pleasant and even…read moreapologized (though completely not necessary) for the wait. The interior is quite spacious with plenty of sunlight, and even when we left it wasn't very busy for a Sunday around lunchtime. I ordered drunken noodles with steamed tofu and left pleased. The server didn't ask me for spice level, but it definitely had a kick to it, which I appreciated. The duck noodle soup sounded like it'd be a great, unique dish - but the duck is probably best left to dry noodle dishes, where it can remain crispy. In the soup, the duck lost its texture and flavor. The other classics that the group ordered (deluxe pad thai, chicken pad see ew) were all satisfactory.

We enjoyed a perfect dinner tonight at Green Elephant. The ambience, decor & vibe are excellent…read more(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

Imagine my delight and surprise when my favorite restaurant from my old home in Portland Maine is…read morealso 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.

Food - FANTASTIC Service - FANTASTIC…read moreLove the vibes in here. They have all the right elements. Four stars because the place needs a GOOD SOLID cleaning: the glass, the bar surround, the windows and the mop boards (specifically are gross).

My wife and I decided to dine here last evening, having not visited in approximately one year. What…read morea refresher. We dined outdoors with our ((very) small pooch. The service was friendly, attentive and very helpful with recommendations. Plus, they offered a bowl of water for our doggie. Moreover, the food was exceptional. Scallop crudo with watermelon. Drunken noodles with roasted duck. Both dishes were a big YUM. The part of our experience that felt a bit off was the place was only half full on a Saturday night.nI think this is one of the 3=best restaurants on the Seacoast and, should be slammed either way diners. We will return, again and again.

Just had lunch there today for the first time my niece and her band were that are here from…read moreNashville. They played in Portsmouth last night and before heading to Boston for the next show, we stopped here for lunch. So much food and so delicious great prices can't wait to come back again.

Hot pot is absolutely delicious and the Szechuan spicy broth will cure what ails you! The family…read morethat runs this business are so kind and their service is exceptional. I regularly travel to Portsmouth from Portland just to eat their food!

The hubby and I stopped here for dinner for some Hibachi. We've been to many places for Hibachi and…read morethis place was outstanding. The food was delicious!!! The service was excellent and the prices were very reasonable. The restaurant decor was your standard Japanese theme. Clean and modern. We will definitely be coming back!

I placed an order online for the sushi for two, and requested a certain number of salmon Sushi…read morepieces. It wasn't until I picked up the order that I was told that they would not honor my request. They did leave me a voice message however. I had to wait an additional 15 minutes for the order. When I got home, I was sadly disappointed at the quality, or lack there of of the cut of the fish. It must've been amateur hour. Do not go here for sushi.

Best mussels appetizer i have experienced in years. Wonderful view and friendly servers…read more Not too pricey and the bar is lively at both ends of the restaurant. Do not miss if visiting or living locally for a fun night out

Surf is great for a seafood-themed menu in Portsmouth, their menu has a wide variety of sushi…read moreoptions, as well as many seafood staple entrees. I had the fish and chips, and was very impressed. The fish was soft and flaky, with a lighter batter that added crispiness without weighing everything down. The fries (chips?) were delicious, seasoned nicely and prepared the way I like. The dish definitely did justice to British pub fare. Service was excellent, everyone was friendly and competent. Even though we arrived about an hour before closing, they were still on their game. The restaurant has beautiful views out onto the water, but we were inside; the sister restaurant downstairs is probably the better option for outdoor seating and scenic views. But for seafood, Surf is a solid choice!