The limited two seatings makes you feel like you're having an intimate dinner with the chef. And…read morethe food is literally out of this world amazing. Would highly recommend you try this before they close I'm praying they open in a different site.

I swear, Exeter seems to be the new foodie spot in NH. The trifecta of Cornicello, Vino e Vivo and…read moreOtis really set the bar. Only two seatings per night and being late isn't on the cards. Once they start ya gotta be there. And be there is what you'll want to be. A memorable five course meal with a choice of two different items for each. So if you're part of a couple you can sample everything. That's what we did. All the courses were masterfully done, the flavors superb and the amounts well chosen. At the end we were both full, for sure. The wine list isn't at the same level as the food. I'd have given a 4 1/2 based on that but wouldn't want to go down to a 4 so I'm up to a 5. The price is completely reasonable for the quality and variety. The ambience is cozy and perhaps a bit of a country feel. But just a bit. Well worth your hard earned dinero.

These folks are really nice. Great local spot with good food and a chill vibe. Food was tasty and…read morenice draft selections.

Just got back into town and stopped in for something different and a cold drink around 3:20 in the…read moreafternoon. The parking lot was only about a quarter full, so it definitely wasn't busy. We were told to take any table since they were all clean. As the server handed us menus, she noticed the table actually wasn't clean, apologized, and wiped it down. No problem--things happen. Unfortunately, from that point on we were completely ignored. For more than 15 minutes no one came to our table, even though servers walked nearby several times. Meanwhile, people who came in after us were getting drinks and placing orders. Rather than make a scene, we simply left. If the place had been busy or short-staffed we would understand, but that didn't appear to be the case. Being ignored like that is unacceptable. Hopefully this was just a fluke and not the new norm.

We tried Sea Dog with some friends for a lunch and had a good time. Pleasant hostess and waitress…read moreand comfortable dining room, there is a nice option for outdoor seating with a view of the river when weather cooperates. The menu is standard pub fare, and about what we expected. Friends enjoyed their meal, sandwiches and burgers were nice. I tried a french onion soup which was really average, as well as the bar pretzel (which turned out to be pretzel bites). I felt nothing exceeded my expectations. That said, overall a good choice when in Exeter.

Visiting my sister, she took me here to help me (celebrate?) (commemorate?) (mourn?) (come to grips…read morewith?) my 65th birthday. Located in an historic storefront and waterfront building, the Sea Dog has a classic seacoast vibe. Part of a New England chain I would love to further explore, this location is considered a "go to" for lunch or drinks. I am told the outside dining area is awesome. It was cold and snow-covered, so I could only look out the windows. Naturally, I got a burger and fries, which was phenomenal. The service was quick and friendly. Since it was my sister's treat, I didn't notice the prices. I MUST return when the weather is nice, so we can dine outside!

Fish and chips Yummy!!! Will go there again. They have an extensive menu. Good atmosphere. Staff is…read morefriendly.

Stopped in with my 7 year old grandson for a quick dinner. All of the staff were very friendly…read more Lots of seating at the bar or high & low tables. Very family friendly. Teddy had a hot dog & fries off the kids menu with a lemonade. He ate it all. There are about 12 beers on tap. I was happy to have a Maine Beer Co. Lunch. The quesadilla I chose was delicious-it came with sour cream & salsa on the side. No complaints. Plenty of parking in the shared lot. So glad my daughter recommended Tailgate Tavern. Would not hesitate to return.

We dined at Epoch many years ago, and found the experience to be unremarkable. We noticed that it…read morewas relaunched as Epoch Gastropub in the last year or so, and decided to give it a shot. Overall we had an enjoyable meal. They have a really nice outdoor patio which we hoped to enjoy, but it seems to be raining every weekend this summer, and so we had to sit inside. It was a Friday night, and the dining room was not very busy. Hostess and our server were incredibly friendly and made sure we were comfortable (there were some very cold AC vents near our table). We started with a fried cauliflower appetizer, which was good. Certainly not the best I've enjoyed, but tasty. Portion size was enough for a party of 4 or more! The cauliflower was a tempura batter style with a general gao's like sweet/sour sauce. It was served piping hot! Lobster roll was massive, cold mayo style and served with fried shallots, rather than onion rings. A nice twist and something I've never had before. Unfortunately, the fries served with this dish were limp. I'm pretty fussy about my fries and I just don't understand why some restaurants don't fry them to order. If you don't, you end up with luke warm, soggy fries that honestly are not worth eating. For me, that ruins the entire dish and I have to wonder what the kitchen is thinking sending out coldish limp fries. Another entree we tried were the Gnocchi with wild mushrooms. This was a nice dish and the gnocchi were light and fluffy, with plenty of mushrooms. A nice plate overall. We finished dinner with an orange granita dessert which came with plenty of carmelized orange peels on top, one of my favorites! In fact, I enjoyed the candied orange more than the Granita itself! Exeter is really having a moment with a number of great dining options. With just a tad more attention to the dishes, I think in time Epoch could be among those option restaurants. Give them a try

Great, clean, crisp decor in an historic Inn. We had a wonderful time with a variety of menu…read moreofferings and perfect service.

This visit wasn't as good as past visits. No music, $250 charge (new) to sit at a firepit. They…read morewere both going full speed with no one sitting at them the entire time we were there except the family members of one of the workers. It was a holiday weekend and dead both inside and out. Also, the menu has been reduced by a lot. Servers were really nice but one could tell it was an off night for everyone. Hope this doesn't continue. We were told there's new ownership so hoping this is not a bad sign.

Have you ever wanted to wait several hours for your food to be fried into oblivion while sampling a…read moreselection of the world's most generic beers? No? I feel a little bad here, the staff was very nice and clearly overworked (see: one waitress for a large patio). But this place was almost hilariously bad. From the Velveeta Beer cheese to the pretzels that were literally waterlogged with butter, it was like a comedy of errors. Less funny when the jokes on you.

Service at the bar was fantastic! Zoe truly made the experience enjoyable. Would go back in a…read moreheartbeat.

Last night my husband and I decided to mix it up and head over to the 110 in Stratham to celebrate…read moreour 26th anniversary. It was a disappointment, but let me explain. After standing at the Host station and not having someone approach, we decided to seat ourselves at the gorgeous bar. The seats were full, it looked like a way to have fun, be served easily (for both sides), and spend time laughing with one another. Our dinner choices, Cajun Salmon for me and Fish n' Chips for my husband, were delicious. My husband's fries weren't as hot as you'd hope, but the fish was perfectly cooked. I'll attach the pics. When I ordered, I asked our waitstaff if skin was served on the salmon, and if so, could I please have it seared off prior to serving. After being told that skin wasn't served on the salmon, I was very happy to sit and enjoy my drink. When the dinners arrived, there was, in fact, skin on the salmon. Not huge, but def a thing. And now, it really became disappointing. We weren't asked if we would like something else. Happily, there was another person behind the bar who could grab some ketchup, but when my husband thought to ask for malt vinegar, we could not get anyone's attention. We then watched our waiter put on her backpack and off she went without a final check in. Our plates festered in front of us for 20 minutes before being cleared, and no...there wasn't any offer to get us something else. Ambiance? Unwelcoming. Not even a 'Hello' or 'Have a good night'. An up charge for half a Caesar Salad because I didn't want the 2 sides seemed cheap and churlish. As did the, 'So you don't want two sides?'. I have had really lovely lunches at this site, and in the dining area, but this experience has done all but negate any of the good. We all know that the hospitality industry is difficult, and finding staff even more so. I would not, however, be able to treat my colleagues in the same indifferent and uncommunicative way that our waiter gifted to us. I expect a modicum of courtesy and warmth when I choose the businesses into which I decide to invest my discretionary monies. Should you be wondering why we didn't speak to the Manager, we waited to get the attention of anyone to ask if we could speak to him. Finally, we gave up. And no, I don't believe that it's on us to get up and chase down a wait person. We walked out feeling less than. And that should never have been the case.

We scheduled a family Sunday brunch at the Old Salt. The buffet brick has an incredibly wide…read moreselection of delicious breakfast and lunch offerings The eggs Benedict and the corns beef hash were amazing. Carving station had perfectly cooked tender and juicy roast beef and incredible roast turkey. Desert included chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, strawberry shortcake with whipped cream and cheesecakes . High quality in every category The dining room is very comfortable and the service was great , used plates removed quickly and drinks refilled throughout the meal. Best of all the price for the brunch buffet was less than ala carte dinner at most restaurants FIVE STARS

First time visiting this charming place on a special event for an organization devoted to pilots…read more We had a superb lunch. Really so. I had a wonderful haddock dish in sauce with a vegetable melange that I couldn't finish it was so good but huge. The location reminds me of an old New England club, great atmosphere. The beer selection was expansive, and best of all included a large selection of local and New England brews. Heck, we have about the best brews in the country, might as well show them off. Service was also superb. The attendants at the lunch knew their business, their ettiquette, and their offerings. I walked around the spacious and well curated historic building taking it all in. Next time we'll be here for their brunch....

Surprised to read all the negative reviews here, but we decided to give this a shot. I can…read moreunderstand some of the negative comments. We went at lunch time and it was busy. It took about 15 minutes for our order to be served, so not your typical "fast food". All in all, we enjoyed. The milkshake was delicious and old timey. The cheeseburger was a juicy and sloppy mess (in a good way), and did in fact remind me of in-out-burger. I felt it was the right size as well, and fairly priced. (Hello Five guys). The fries were mixed for me. Cooked to order, perfectly crispy and hot out of the fryer, so.... They were crinkle cut, which just isn't my type of fry. Insides were soft and tender and loaded with potato flavor. I am sure most would love them, but there is something about a crinkle cut fry that doesn't cut it for me :-( These seemed like legit hand cut fries as well. This is a "me" problem. We will return as I am anxious to try the hot dog. Hopefully some more staff will help speed the process up.

I want to give this place five stars, but I fear I cannot. As much as I adored my food (the double…read morecheeseburger is greasy in the best way possible), it cannot make up for the fact that this spot is severely understaffed. When we first walked in, we noticed that there was only one waitstaff in the front. She was killing it and doing her best, but it does upset me that she had to do it all herself. As someone who has worked in food service, I cannot imagine how exhausted she was. And how she is probably not paid enough to do all of this crazy stuff. Such as making milkshakes, taking orders (long lines), running back and forth from the front to the kitchen, bussing tables, etc. I have so much admiration for this woman. But this is kind of disgraceful... I also assume there's maybe two people working out back? Maybe one? The food took 40 minutes. For two burgers and fries. That is crazy for a "quick stop" restaurant. Let's dive into food... the burgers are very messy, but in the best way. Tip*** get them dirty. Then you get a secret sauce and griddled onions. The best way to eat a smash burger! Not shown, my mom loved the hot dog! The onion rings were also crispy and tasty. The fries were soft inside and crisp outside. Seasoned well. All in all, the food is fantastic. PLUS, the pricing is great!!! I used to love Lexie's but cannot fathom spending $12 for that. And it has gone downhill. Lee Frank's is giving them a run for their money!! Good!!! But all in all, it is sad that there is not enough help. With a properly run restaurant and good group of staff, this could be a great quick eats spot. It could be successful and finally stay in this building. I mean the turnover is crazy. Rooting for them. Once they get their shit together, I think this will be an Exeter favorite.

In town to visit my sister, we went for a walk along the water and stopped for lunch at The Big…read moreBean. The atmosohere/decorations are what i would call "artsy/eclectic." Very nicely done. I would have taken some photos but we were in mid-conversation and i didn't want to pause to fish out my ohone. The service was fast and friendly and our food was delivered fairly quickly. We both got different versions of their smash burger and they were delicious! Very flavorful! There was some sort of seasoning added pre-, mid-, or post-grilling that added flavor without being overpowering. The meals were served with nicely-seasoned home fries, that were also outstanding. Props to Ash, who was a knowledgeable and helpful server.

The ambiance was very hipster and unique! Multi color Christmas lights strung all over the place…read more The food was good, everything made fresh. The potato chips and fries were good! The chicken sandwich was good and had an abundance of flavors that exploded in my mouth. The service was basics. No refills on our water was offered. The waitress was friendly but not very attentive. It is a local small business that you should try if ever in the area. Check out my photos too!