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.

My wife and I went here for lunch yesterday after hearing a mix of reviews--some bad, but mostly…read moregood. We started with the pork dumplings, which were excellent. For lunch, I had the shrimp Pad Thai and my wife ordered the Drunken Hangover. Everything was absolutely amazing. This place will definitely be one of our regular go-to spots, especially since my wife works around the corner. We sat at the bar, and our server, Robin, was outstanding--extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. She made sure we had everything we needed. Easily 10+ stars. Highly recommend

This was our second trip to Choppystix. The first one was really great. However, this trip was much…read moredifferent. I ordered the crispy chicken with ginger rice. It came with a sipping bowl of chicken broth and a dipping sauce. The chicken was not even edible. Extremely chewy and dry .... Not even sure what cut of meat it was. Also, the breading was so thick I could hardly even taste the meat. The rice was fine and the broth was good. But overall, the dish was at best 1.0 out of 5.0. We also ordered chicken wings ... way over sauced and over breaded. There was very little meat on the wings as the quality was again far below standard. My wife had the drunken noodles ... this dish was fine ... but nothing special. This review is an anomaly. I went to Choppystix previously and had the Kha Soi ... it was excellent! And I do not take a negative review lightly. I rarely write them because I only go places where I am confident in the food for the most part ... see my other reviews. But the quality of our meal yesterday was far below what we experienced previously. I know Choppystix can provide excellent quality food and service. They just missed the mark yesterday. Our server was very good ... attentive and prompt. But I typically am not a complainer so she did not have an opportunity to address these issues. The restaurant is spotless and a great vibe.

Street is a really fun spot with a globally inspired menu that brings together flavors from all…read moreover the world. You'll find Greek, Korean, Mexican, and classic American pub favorites all in one place--yet everything feels thoughtful and well-executed rather than all over the map. The dishes we tried were very good, with the empanadas standing out as a clear favorite--crispy, flavorful, and generously filled. I'm already looking forward to going back so I can try their bánh mì sandwich, which caught my eye on the menu. On my last visit, I ordered the gyro along with the curry fries; both were solid choices, with the fries having an especially nice kick. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, and the staff delivers consistently friendly, attentive service. It's the kind of place where you can try something new every time you go and still walk away happy. I'll definitely be returning for another round. Bon appétit!

Street is a long-time favorite that I have neglected to review. We came down to Portsmouth for a…read moreconcert and we wisely decided to go to Street! The decor is funky, fun, and welcoming with cool music playing in the background. Our server had a bunch of tables to take care of, but we never felt neglected and she was super cheerful, too. We shared the crispy rice cake with the added bonus of Mexican grilled cheese on top of it. My partner really enjoyed her bountiful and large Cobb Salad. I had the Porchetta sandwich which was tender and juicy and piping hot! Street is tucked in the back of a sorta strip mall, but it's worth your effort to find it!

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.

Overall, I had a great experience at 5 Thai Bistro. The Mama's Dumplings which were $10.45 were…read morejust okay. I would have preferred them pan-fried rather than deep-fried. I ordered the Crispy Duck Massaman Curry (gluten-free) with potatoes, carrots, onions, and peanuts. The portion size was excellent and the flavors were tangy and comforting, though I wish the peanut flavor was a bit stronger. I ordered level 4 spice and should have gone with a 5. If you like heat, I recommend at least a level 5. I am very particular about duck since it is easy to dry out, but this was crispy yet still moist, which impressed me. It was a bit pricey at $27.95, but understandable for duck. The waitress was delightful and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. I will definitely return.

July 2025: My husband and I were in Portsmouth, NH for one night and we were looking for a healthy…read moredinner 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!

We arrived 7:30pm on a Saturday and it was busy! But we were seated right away as a party of two…read more 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.

Eating at Five Thai 81N is truly an eating adventure! The food is delicious and so creative. The…read moreingredients are freshly prepared and artistically presented! The waitstaff is very helpful and attentive.

We went to an early evening dinner on a Sunday. Service was amazing, they even brought out two…read moreadditional appetizers and a dessert we didn't order. What a nice surprise! We had both flavors of wings and the beef app. The noodle dishes were delicious as well, in addition to the drink I ordered. The dessert was so good!! We will return.

Always very good. Highly recommend the crab Rangoon and Wanton with Spicy Peanut Sauce. Pain to…read morepark there but very good food.

Multiple parking areas, street side, lots, parking garage. Relaxed Hot Pot, Sushi, Chinese cuisine…read more The service was decent enough although there seemed to be a language barrier. We went with friends and family and everyone enjoyed their food.

The servers here are friendly and seem to be very hard working people. They always treat my…read morerascally 13 yr old twins with genuine kindness and respect. We always come here for any special occasion. But today was Mother's Day so I wanted some steak and shrimp stir fry on the hibachi grill. The comedic show from the chef was really entertaining and the boys of course caught the flying vegetables in their mouths but I passed on that . Prices are on par with other habachi restaurants. We almost always get the steak because it is very good quality and cooked to order. My boys ordered the noodles and I ordered the rice . Both were excellent. Their lunch or dinner combo comes with a miso , mushroom soup that my son always wants another. The traditional Asian inspired salad comes with it as well. The chef seems to really want to please the parties and I like that. The many times we have dined here led us to becoming casual friends at the grill because you sit with 6 to 8 other guests. If you haven't tried hibachi, you really should . This restaurant is clean, comfortable, and the food is great. Prices are a little higher than a regular restaurant but it's so worth it. When I brought my sister here for her birthday all the servers came around and congratulated her. They put a balloon birthday hat on her head. If you need a little smile and you like stir fry custom made to your liking, come here. You will be happy you did.

Extremely overpriced for the amount of food and quality. Ordered two sushi rolls, tempura shrimp…read moreroll and king of the sea roll. We were shocked how small they were. The shrimp tempura roll barely had any masago, I could literally count how many were on each piece (the most was 17 on one of them). Tempura bread crumb should fry up a nice light yellow color and be airy, this was brown and flat like a piece of fried chicken. Overall taste of both rolls was ok, nothing special, but not bad. Sadly Whole Foods shrimp tempura roll tastes better and they give twice as much for the same price.

We were back again ! This place is so consistently great ! The wait staff got us seated quickly &…read morewaited on us quickly. The were fun & friendly. We got several items. The crab rangoon dip was excellent. We had drinks that were very tasty and great. The lobster fries were very good (not great) but nice. We had a cottage salad. It was absolutely incredible with lots of low carb/high protein. We had a sushi roll that was just as great. We had to pass on dessert but having tried several in the last two visits, they are a no-brainer. We are giving Surf a 9.8 out of 10 ! Also, note, 3 visits were all similar experiences. Some of the prices are a little high (but all seafood is) BUT the service & flavor are sooo good and consistent, you have to try it.

Enjoy fresh seafood and cocktails with friends at one of Portsmouth's most beautiful views…read more We started with the red sangria, a light but it too sweet drink, and some delicious sushi - Wicked Tuna (spicy) and the California roll. The Korean BBQ scallops were everyone's favorite, cooked perfectly, and with a wonderful soy miso flavor that did not overwhelm the delicate seafood. The pan seared halibut was perfectly cooked and delicious as well, and went well with the Ken. Wright Cellars Pinot Noir. Finished with the blueberry crisp and chocolate raspberry cake. The blueberry first was so good - Rich deep flavor and one of the best desserts I've ever had - and I've been all over the world during the last 50 years. The raspberry cake was excellent too - a fresh raspberry flavor with hints of vanilla.

Super small tea room that definitely packs a punch. The flavor of the tea is super good. My biggest…read morelet down was probably there lack of selection when it came to boba. The had tapioca pearls but sadly no popping boba which I much prefer in much drinks. The service was quick and efficient and the ladies at the front desk were super sweet!

I ordered a large black tiger milk tea with boba and was able to customize the sweetness level…read more Since I live in Maine, the closest boba spot is in Portland. Since portsmouth is closer to where I live, I decided to try this place. I'm so glad I did! The boba pearls were perfectly chewy and the milk tea was delicious!