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    3.5 (325 reviews)
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    Mark M.

    Nice atmosphere and pleasant staff. Got whole clams and they were cooked to perfection. Onion rings tasted fresh and like homemade.

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    Laurel W.

    My husband picked this place based on he wanted seafood and clam chowder. The staff were friendly, and the wait wasn't too bad. From the time we walked in, to sitting at a table was about 30 minutes. Got the potato skins, which were good and the horseradish sour cream was surprisingly good, since I don't like horseradish. I can't say I enjoyed my dinner as my prime rib, I don't think was very good, and my potato was a bit undercooked. My kids each got a pizza one cheese and the other has bbq chicken pizza. Both did not care for them and didn't eat much. My husband had a seafood dish he said was okay. As for the restaurant it was clean and well taken care of. With a fish tank in the middle.

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    Cindy L.

    I was really craving soup on a rainy night so I ordered the French onion soup and zucchini sticks for takeout. I am not from around the area so when I went to pick it up, I was confused on where to go as the building is huge with multiple entry points. I picked a door and I was told to go around through the restaurant towards the attached bake shop and what a great money making strategy. I bought candy and two pastries while I was waiting for my food. When I got home, I saw that I was given a pretty healthy portion of cheese and bread for the top of my French onion soup which was nice but by that point it was not hot enough anymore to melt despite being less than 10 min away. It was a bit disappointing but that's on me for getting French onion soup as takeout. The fried zucchini also traveled pretty badly. There was a dipping sauce that was ranch (think?) but put in a plastic container within the box that melted and made it so that the sauce got all over the fried zucchini and made everything very soggy. I just didn't like the flavor either. I would definitely not order that again even in the restaurant. It seemed like a pretty popular restaurant so I'd be willing to give it another shot inside the restaurant but wouldn't recommend ordering for pick up. Love the bakery though! I heard the fruit tart was good and my profiterole was perfectly baked, though lacking flavor on the filling which was supposed to be mango but just tasted like a plain vanilla cream.

    French onion soup, salad, and black angus burger! Yum!!
    Deanna K.

    The food was great!! Our waitress, Roxanne was wonderful!! I've never had a disappointing meal here.

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    Timothy G.

    After going to the GH for years this is my opinion: 1. Great family atmosphere & local hangout place. 2. Awesome bartenders...especially Donna! 3. Great drinks & appetizers...prime rib is the best around. 4. Reasonable prices. The GH is a definitely a must for anyone in the seacoast area. I give a solid 4 stars so give it a try and Enjoy!

    Seafood platter / baked
    Kim L.

    Stopped in for father's day! Seated right away! Very nice waitress, ordered drinks & looked over menu! They had some dad day specials as well! Husband had some clam chowder , it was amazing ! I had the prime rib , rice & broccoli! The rice was great! And the rib was pretty decent as well very tasty! Husband had the baked seafood platter , he said it was very good we will defiantly go back!

    Prime Rib!
    Deb L.

    Happy they had Prime Rib during lunch hours. Was absolutely delicious. Wonderful dining experience, service was exceptional.

    Steak n cheese

    We landed in the room to the left, which was a total bonus because this restaurant had a cruise ship vibe going on. We swung by for a late drink and lunch because, priorities. We both went all in on the sweet summertime cherry lemonade, aka the drunkin delight. We kicked things off with the French onion soup, which was a total hit. I mean, absolutely delicious. For lunch, I opted for the California sandwich, because turkey, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and cheese with fries is the answer to all of life's questions. Hubby, on the other hand, went with the streak and cheese sandwich, also with fries, because he's a man of simple yet excellent taste. Both were very good, because of course they were.

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    Tracy B.

    Have driven by this place for years & years and I honestly thought it was a new place taken over recently only to find out its been the same & they just changed somethings around (sign out front, and a slight reno) Whenever Mom and I are out driving around looking for food we always end up at the same spots, so we decided this time to just pull in, I didnt even tell her where we were going I just pulled in. Confused at first where to go but then we found it, Walked in & its soo much nicer inside than the outside leads you to believe it is going to be. I might have slightly felt underdressed (I had on mom sweats that day - not house ones, but just casual ones) The place is nice, the atmosphere is nice, It was around 2-3 when we got there & everyone there was slightly of the older generation! Menu had many options, was torn on what to do, were we there for apps & drinks, did we want a full meal, what to do?! We got a bunch of apps, a pizza and some drinks, and bread (Im all about unnecessary carbs) Apps were ok, Mussels were TINY - no fault of theirs, just might have been better if there was something to them. Calamari was good. The pizza although hesitant at first (Shrimp with Red sauce) was rather tasty I put my card down on the table & expected the bill, instead he ran the bill and then gave me back the CC receipt, we paid $98 for 2 apps, 2 drinks & Pizza, I have since gone back in & tried to do the math based on the menu and that is WAY OFF, Unless the drinks were $25 each, I didnt realize until after we had walked out, So for $98 it wasnt somewhere I would run back to, However it was good, Next time I might just pay closer attention, but writing this has me back in the 'What the hell was $98" zone!!

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    Great atmosphere and good seafood! This is my go to place when I wanna get out of the house and relax

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    Al's Seafood

    4.1
    (350 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    If there were a Hall of Fame for small fried seafood joints that never miss, Al's Seafood would…read morealready have a plaque, a laminated menu, and a line out the door - they already have a chalk menu, and during the summer, a wait for a table so we're almost there! This place is absurdly consistent. The portions are always generous, the quality is never caught lacking, and the dining room is spotless in that reassuring someone actually cares way. The staff (and it's always the same people that are there, which is cool in itself that there's no noticeable turnover in the staff) is friendly without being fake about it... efficient, pleasant, and clearly proud of what they're serving from fryers behind the soda fountains. Let's talk food, because wow. That's why you're reading this. The fried shrimp are so good that my wife (who does not like seafood) actively loves them. That alone should be printed on the menu. I've only known her to eat fried shrimp when the breading weighs more than the shrimp itself (which is not the case here). The tartar sauce is the best in North America. It's my crack. If I drank it through a straw (a bit too thick), that straw would be called a crack pipe. I literally smile writing about this tartar sauce. I will not be taking questions at this time. The "regular" fries are exactly what fries should be: crisp, fluffy, salty perfection. And the onion rings? Peak "fried seafood place" onion rings... golden, crunchy, and unapologetically doing their job, not tempura style, but old school Weathervane "fried seafood style" onion rings that you can sub in instead of fries on plates/boats for a small upcharge. Even the bathrooms are clean, which sounds like a throwaway detail until you realize how rare that is and how much it says about the place. We love it so much that we'll happily drive 40 minutes each way to eat there - in winter - because that's what you do when a place never lets you down. And despite the sign saying Al's Seafood, we tell everyone it's called "Big Al's Seafood" Not because that's the name, but because that's the energy this place has... It's not trendy. It's not trying to reinvent anything. It's just awesome, every single time and honestly, that's harder to pull off than any gimmick. Signing off... keep it up, Big Al.

    Very, very surprised…read more I'm pretty particular when it comes to lobster because it's so easy to overcook, so I'm usually skeptical about ordering a lobster roll. My boyfriend and I shared the Connecticut-style lobster roll. While it wasn't overflowing with lobster especially for $29.99 it was cooked perfectly. That's not something I say often, so that's a huge compliment. I've had lobster rolls in Maine for about the same price that were much more generously filled, but the quality of the lobster here was excellent. My biggest critique would be the bun. I think this would be even better on a non-toasted bun or with a different style of roll altogether. The bun took away from what was otherwise a fantastic lobster roll. I also ordered the clam chowder. The flavor was really good, and it tasted homemade and fresh. My only complaint is that I hardly found any clams or if they were there, they were very small and blended into the soup. It also had a slight cheesy flavor that I wasn't expecting. I'd just recommend adding more clams because the base itself was delicious. The French fries were decent, and you could tell they were cooked in clean oil, which I always appreciate. The coleslaw, however, was watery and just wasn't for me. As for the atmosphere, it has a fun, old-school seafood shack vibe. You order outside, grab your food, then bring it inside to eat, and the staff clears your table afterward, which was a nice touch. The only downside was that the air conditioning appeared to be leaking in the middle of the dining room. Water dripped onto my boyfriend and even onto one of the waitresses. I'm sure it was just a maintenance issue, but it wasn't the most pleasant dining experience and did make me question how sanitary it was. Overall, I left pleasantly surprised. Despite a few areas that could be improved, the perfectly cooked Connecticut-style lobster roll is absolutely something I'd order again, and that's saying a lot coming from someone who's very picky about lobster.

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    The Hungry Lobster

    The Hungry Lobster

    4.8
    (53 reviews)
    5.1 mi

    After an overnight stay in nearby Portsmouth, found THL on an internet search for best lobster…read morerolls in area and this place was at top of the list. So on our way home we trekked down 1A to Rye, NH looking for this place. Well worth the stop, easy to place order and wait was minimal. Got the fluffy chowder and hot buttered lobster roll. The chowder was outstanding with good amount of lobster meat mixed in with the clams. It was hot, thick & creamy, the roll was also outstanding and every bit as good as advertised, loaded with lobster meat. It's definitely a repeat visit if ever back in the area.

    We tried the Lobster Grilled Cheese, Fluffy Chowder, Hot Lobster Roll, and Lobster Bisque. A…read moremore expensive lunch for us, but worth it, considering the super friendly and fast service, as well as generous amount of Lobster, and quality. I was a bit nervous heading in 30 min before close. I felt like the soup was a really good value, for taste and quality. I'm partial to soup, and preferred the Fluffy Chowder, as it was less sweet than the bisque, bringing together the best of both worlds. The grilled cheese was very good, chunks of lobster with the right amount of cheese to hold it all together on bread that was perfectly toasted to support what was about to go down. It came with a smaller portion of soup for dipping. Would definitely go back!

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    The Beach Plum

    The Beach Plum

    3.6
    (288 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    I ordered the 10 oz lobster roll, some clam chowder, and a small ice cream! Safe to say I didn't…read moreleave hungry! The service was top notch and the kids working there put their best foot forward in providing the best service they can! There's only outdoor seating, which is fine since it's summer! The ambiance was great, it was nice to walk across the street to the beach. A nice location for a summer meal with the family! Would come back again!

    This was our 5th visit. We always buy a quart of chunky lobster bisque, along with a lobster roll…read moreand then we each enjoy an ice cream cone. The locations web site says 29.99 for a quart of chunky lobster bisque. When I ordered the bisque cashier said 42.xx. Excuse me I said it's advertised at 29.99. She replied that it take 2 bowls and a cup to fill the quart. I said I'm sure it does that why we ordered the 29.99 quart. Girl gets her boss to "speak to me". She states she does not care what site says, a quart is 42.xx with tax. So instead I order 2 bowls for my wife and me. Then the snarky bitch says, I thought you wanted a quart. I should have flipped her off and walked away, but knowing I'll never go back, I replied, if we are not getting advertised price, you can give us two bowls, spoons etc. We were willing to share a quart, but without the discount just 2 bowls please. Never again will I have to argue over your advertised pricing.

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    The Carriage House

    The Carriage House

    4.4
    (143 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$$

    Food, 10 Drinks, 10…read moreService, 10 Ambiance, 9 We dined here on the coldest night in January and, the roaring fire and top shelf martini hit the spot. Get a full portion of the Bolognese, and go home fat & happy.

    I dined here on Christmas Eve, and I have to say it was one of the best meals I've had in New…read moreHampshire (and I lived there most my life). The Parker House rolls were savory warm perfection and a great way to start the meal. My entree, the gnocchi with duck confit was one of the best things I've ever tasted (though very rich--I had to bring half home). And I tasted my dining companion's duck breast an it was also delicious (which they concurred in thinking). The dessert special was a sticky toffee pudding with bananas foster ice cream and peanut butter magic shell and I wish I could eat it every day. The only downsides were that (1) I didn't love the dessert cocktail (which was also absent a garnish), but it could also very well be personal preference and it was only $7, (2) it was freaking freezing in the restaurant. We were seated in a corner that didn't seem to have any baseboard heaters, and even though we weren't far from the fireplace, there was so little insulation on the windows we were all egregiously uncomfortable. The service was great, with the waitress very helpfully answering all our questions and brining each course with perfect timing. The food itself is on the expensive side, though I thought the drinks were normal for a nice restaurant (my other drink, which I enjoyed, was $13). But for the quality of the food, it's hard to complain.

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    Rye Harbor Lobster Pound

    Rye Harbor Lobster Pound

    4.5
    (188 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    Fluffy chowder was delish!!! Will go back for a lobster roll and shrimp cocktail for sure!! So…read morefriendly too!!

    I've lived near this spot for years and years yet for some reason I've never gone. What the heck!…read moreWhile I'm kicking myself for not coming earlier, I am now very happy that I know this spot is perfect in every way! So I got the hot lobster roll and my boyfriend got the cold lobster roll (not pictured sadly). Personally, I prefer a warm buttery roll, but he loved his cold roll and said it was perfectly seasoned. You get a good amount of lobster and it's $30. The line... omg it was out the door and soooo long. But trust me. Stay! It's worth it. And they move super fast. The pricing overall was really good. We also got the lobster bisque which had chunks of lobster in it (I dipped my roll in it and it was magic). Only $10! And a good portion. But they have all sorts of things--Mac and cheese, shrimp cocktail, steamers... and next door you can get fresh seafood as well. This is seafood heaven. And again, I was content with the price for quality food. Now let me quickly talk about the view because that was awesome. We sat outside and watched the ocean because it's at Rye Harbor (as the name suggests). It's so relaxing. Especially on a beautiful day. Here's the one thing you may be iffy on. $10 to pay for parking for the day. 30 minutes free. If you think you can do it all in 30 minutes, go for it. But we didn't want to rush so we paid $10 for parking which is kind of eh. But I get it because the whale watch leaves from the harbor. A minor thing to know, but not something to deter you from coming. Though if you don't come... that's more lobster rolls for me!

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    The best cold lobster roll
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