We love this restaurant. Especially during the summer when we can sit outside. The restaurant is…read moreunder the trees so it's always in the shade even on hot days. It's nice and cool. The food is excellent, and the service has always been good. During the winter will go inside and usually sit at the bar and we've enjoyed the food and the service there too.

Service was excellent but we ordered 2 pasta dishes, the Bolognese, and the spaghetti with one…read moremeatball. Unfortunately, there was no spaghetti, so another pasta was substituted without first consulting with me. Both pasta were the same, and they were both homemade. That was the positive. Unfortunate, the sauce for both completely lacked in flavor. It was as if no spices were used. We had to substantially dose salt and pepper into our meals. Perhaps we should have forgone the pasta for the pizza. At the high price we paid, we expected a better meal. Ah, well, lesson learned. With so many restaurants in Portsmouth, we will not return.

Mid food, small portions and marginal quality of ingredients for price. Water is from the tap if…read morethat's what you like. They did have super cool tables and good service. Just not somewhere I would go if you're hungry or like your money. Nice date spot though!

We came in June for the late spring menu, making a reservation same day which was not necessary. We…read moregot the parsley gnocchi (large): it tasted just like mid pesto gnocchi. It was just one-dimensional and portions were small. Burger with rhubarb ketchup: this was a small dry patty with dry bread. There was confusing sauce that didn't taste like standard ketchup/mayo, but didn't add much to the dish. It had expensive sounding seasonal ingredients but really small portions. There was also a long wait for our two dishes. And unfortunately the table was made of copper, so it makes your hands smell like pennies after. Not great.

This little restaurant was a fantastic find on our visit to Portsmouth. It was tucked away along a…read morelittle alley and had seating outside, which was perfect because we had two dogs with us. They were very dog friendly. We had the set menu, which was four courses of small plates, and it was perfect. The food was excellent.Well prepared and delicious.. The staff were very friendly, as was the owner. I also had a whiskey and cider based cocktail, which was delicious. I would wholeheartedly recommend this wonderful restaurant for anyone in the Portsmouth New Hampshire area.

I honestly am not sure where to start and end with my wife and l anniversary dinner at Cava this…read moreevening. My wife and I have close to or more than 1000 dining experiences in our time together. If Cava wasn't the best overall, it was an extremely close second. Our server Dan was awesome from start to finish. On point, Attentive, professional, and exceeded expectations on every level. Cava is a very intimate dining experience with a warm comfortable indoor and outdoor seating option. It is also very practical as a stop before going to the Music Hall, an important date or like us an anniversary. Cava is unlike many of the places we have visited over the years in the food category. Every course was exceptionally prepared, thoroughly thought out and professionally executed with excellent plating. I won't go into detail on every dish but suffice it to say there was enjoyment with every mouthful of every course. I ordered: Espresso Martini An Italian Pinot Grigio (with dinner) We shared the charcuterie plate First course - Mussels Second Course - Italian Meatball dish Third Course - Braised Flank Steak Fourth Course - Torte My wife ordered: A wonderful Rum with blackberry cocktail An Italian Pinot Grigio(with dinner) First Course- Warm Potato Soup Second Course- Stuffed and wrapped dates Third Course- Shrimp with Polenta Fourth Course- Blueberry Cheesecake

We had an incredible dinner at Toscana Italian Chophouse! Everything we ordered was fantastic, but…read morethe burrata was an absolute standout, incredibly creamy and even better paired with the pesto. The grilled swordfish was perfect for a cool summer night. It was paired beautifully with lobster and pea pancetta, and the combination was absolutely spot-on. We got the lobster ravioli, which was elevated by the fresh breadcrumbs and packed with flavor. And the mashed potatoes were honestly incredible, definitely worth ordering! Of course, we had to finish the night with the 10-layer chocolate cake, which was the perfect way to end an amazing meal. A huge shoutout to our waiter, Alder, who made the entire experience even better. He was fantastic, attentive, offered get suggestions and really helped make the night memorable. I'd definitely recommend asking for Alder or Rowan if you visit! Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. We'll definitely be back!

Erin was completely useless and failed to properly schedule our wedding party at this restaurant…read more 1 star 1 of 10 would not recommend. Food is mediocre and incredibly overpriced. Service was great minus Erin who ran away and hid instead of apologizing for the fact someone put her in the wrong position. They offer a private space but we were sat as a party of 20+ in the loud and impersonal dining area with a dark dingy ambiance and sticky tables. While our wedding was great, this place is a joke.

While in the area and looking for a sweet treat. We came across. MN. We had 2 options. We could…read morestand in line and order and sit in the general seating. Area or opt for service at the wine bar, we chose to seat ourselves at the bar after we placed our order. There was a line when we arrived. But service was very efficient, and we were quickly helped. There was a wait for our beverages. However it was well worth it. My mother was looking for a standard drip coffee and due to none being available.An excellent option of an americano was offered and she fell in love with it immediately. The deserts were also very well crafted and had excellent flavor. Definitely a place to stop. Relax people watch and enjoy a little treat with some great coffee options.

It was such a warm and welcoming atmosphere on a cold winter morning. Pastries looked amazing and…read moreall the packaged goods on the shelves were authentic and well sourced. The delightful scent of coffee was in the air and the staff were absolutely friendly as you approached the counter. Despite a buzz of patrons trickling in and ordering, the coffee was delivered to the table shortly after I sat. The staff obviously had a strong momentum going as I watched other tables being served just as quickly. Before I could even really start sipping on my piping hot Cafe Au Lait, I was served my salad and crepe. It was fun to watch how each person worked their station passionately. The lady preparing the crepes meticulously cleaned her station as she cooked. The staff on coffee were brewing away and sending cups out to diners. Other items were coming out from the back kitchen. They worked in unison like a well oiled machine. I definitely enjoyed my coffee. My salad was generous and hit the spot. The crepe was acceptable. Would I come back? Yeah, definitely my type of breakfast spot when visiting Portsmouth again. I definitely will try their croissants next time as well as check out their wine bar in the evenings!

Great place! The food was amazing, pasta and shrimp cooked perfectly. Cheese board was tasty and…read moreoffered a great selection. Great wine list. Nice wine tasting when we arrived. Server was attentive and knowledgeable. They also have a small wine shop inside the restaurant.

we had a great time with our party of eight people on 8/8. Very welcoming hosts, Patrick and Chloe…read more In addition to the extensive wine offering they pour a proper Guinness Stout as well as the Guinness "0" I had which is indistinguishable in visual appearance from the original! But the real standout was the food that Chloe prepares- in addition to a lobster roll and a yummy lobster dip, I ordered the "Pulled Steak" sandwich that comes with au jus that my brother-in-law recommended and when I gave my cousin a taste, her review was a simple " oh my God!" This was the second time I was there, and I am looking forward to going back again!

Sadly, no tastings happening during our October 2025 stop-in. Despite that being the sole purpose…read morefor our hostess taking us here. We were still able to score some cheese and meats for our evening apps at home. Would we have bought more if there had been a tasting? Probably. We were only the verge of the required holiday shopping start date & likely could have knocked some of it out then & there. Did it prevent us from purchasing or ruin our shopping experience, no... Are there a ton of stores similar to this in every touristy shopping district- Probably.

Shopped during Market Day - wonderful selection of foods and wines and other products. Lots of…read moreinteresting tastings.

The food was amazing! Caprese salad, bruschetta, and baked salmon with lobster cream sauce and a…read moreside of lobster ravioli! Fabulous! Lemoncello gelato for dessert was the perfect ending of a delightful meal! And the service was fantastic!

Great atmosphere, though it can feel a bit chilly if you're seated near the windows. The service…read morewas excellent, and our server was very knowledgeable about both the menu and the wine list. Everything we ordered tasted fantastic. That said, both the pappardelle and the ravioli were a bit heavy on the sauce. While the sauces were delicious, they slightly overwhelmed the pasta and distracted from the delicate flavors of the lobster. The standout entrée was the braised short rib. It was incredibly tender and packed with rich, savory flavor. The drinks were excellent, and dessert was the perfect finish. The pistachio cheesecake was absolutely outstanding. Added note: I ordered the Caesar salad...I was asked if I wanted anchovies. I did, the server said nothing about an additional charge for the anchovies and I didn't look on the bill. If they do charge for anchovies knock one star off this review. One other reviewer claimed they charged extra for anchovies. A traditional Caesar comes with anchovies! If they're charging extra; that's just wrong. Nowhere on the menu does it say extra for anchovies. Bon appétit

It's been in Portsmouth 11 years. A delightful vegetarian restaurant with a very different and…read moredelicious 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!

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

This is one of those meals I'll think about for a long time. Service and ambiance great but let's…read moretalk about the food. 1. Oysters incredible - couldn't tell you which ones we got but all were really good 2. Calamari actually my least favorite of all. Not that it was bad it was just uneventful compared to everything else 3. Warm rolls with butter - delish and cozy 4. Tuna crudo thing was fabulous 5. Clam chowder was reallllllly good Now for the main events: 1. Crab pasta. HOLY COW. So damn good. The corn in it is chefs kiss. 2. Mac and cheese like so heavenly. It was HUGE and so rich and creamy and amazing 3. Warm lobster roll was so good too Really incredible food all around - can't recommend enough!

Great spot in Portsmouth with happy hour $1 oysters. Modern, clean and open. We were greeted…read moreimmediately and requested to sit at the bar. Our server came over and I wasn't sure about him, but he warmed up a few minutes later. Everything was delicious and cocktails were great! A great spot for happy hour and noshing.