Our Recommendations
Breakfast
The Islander Cafe
52 Main Street, New Castle
Petite cafe serving breakfast and lunch.
Wild Valentine
121 Congress Street, Portsmouth
Artisan flower shop and café serving locally-sourced coffee.
La Maison Navarre
105 Daniel Street, Portsmouth
Authentic French Pâtisserie & Bistro
Elephantine Bakery
10 Commercial Alley, Portsmouth
Cozy patisserie with the finest baked goods.
The Friendly Toast
113 Congress Street, Portsmouth
Known for its quirky retro decor and creative breakfast menu including vegan options.
Lunch
Green Bean (seasonal)
116 Morgan's Way, New Castle
Casual, outdoor dining overlooking Wentworth Marina.
Martingale Wharf
99 Bow Street, Portsmouth
American dining with the best waterfront view.
Earth Eagle Brewery
165 High Street, Portsmouth
Outrageous hot dog and burger menu.
Ceres Bakery
51 Penhallow Street, Portsmouth
For nearly 45 years, serving scratch made, before “scratch made” existed.
Lil’s Cafe
7 Wallingford Square, Kittery, Maine
Go here for their world famous crullers. To. Die. For.
Geno’s Chowder & Sandwich Shop
177 Mechanic Street, Portsmouth
Lobster rolls and chowder on the waterfront since 1965.
Dinner
Salt Kitchen & Bar
588 Wentworth Road, New Castle
Upscale, contemporary American fare.
The Black Birch
2 Government Street, Kittery, Maine
The finest comfort food around.
Cava Tapas & Wine Bar
10 Commercial Alley, Portsmouth
Only have one night in Portsmouth? Eat here.
Black Trumpet
29 Ceres Street, Portsmouth
For those seeking farm-to-table and foraged ingredients.
Martingale Wharf
99 Bow Street, Portsmouth
American dining with the best waterfront view.
Cure
189 State Street, Portsmouth
Classic American cuisine featuring grilled meats and seafood.
The Carriage House
2263 Ocean Boulevard, Rye
As Tina would say: Simply The Best. Our #1 pick for dining in Rye.
Botanica Restaurant + Gin Bar
110 Brewery Lane, Portsmouth
Petite, upscale French restaurant and gin bar.