The Seacoast Restaurants
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1. Botanica
$$$ | |This swanky spot in a gorgeous old brick brewery building in Portsmouth's up-and-coming West End is a magnet for fans of artisan gin, which figures in about a dozen intriguing cocktails, but the exquisite French-accented cuisine appeals to all. Highlights from the seasonal menu include classic steak frites with brandy jus, and grilled monkfish in a squash bisque with corn and lobster. There's a nice list of wines by the glass and craft beers, too.
110 Brewery La., Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA603-373–0979Known For
- Attractive side patio
- Imaginative gin-centric cocktails
- Chocolate soufflé
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Mon. No lunch -
2. Cava
$$$ | |Having a meal at this sophisticated little wine and tapas bar down a tiny alley near the downtown riverfront can feel like going to a special dinner party. It has a small exhibition kitchen and bar, and just a handful of tables and chairs, where guests can enjoy a selection of stellar bocadillos, tapas, and pintxos—from piquillo peppers with goat cheese and artichokes to char-grilled baby octopus—plus a few larger plates, such as paella.
10 Commercial Alley, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA603-319–1575Known For
- A superb wine list
- Authentic Spanish tapas
- Churros with hot chocolate
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch -
3. Cure
$$$ | |As its name hints, this buzzy neighborhood bistro in a lively dining room with redbrick walls, beam ceilings, and hardwood floors specializes in cured, brined, and slow-cooked meats, which you can sample through beautifully presented charcuterie boards, smoked ribs, and slow-roasted Moroccan lamb shank. But take heart if you're less disposed toward red meat—you'll find plenty of creative seafood and veggie dishes on the menu, including gooey lobster mac and cheese.
189 State St., Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA603-427–8258Known For
- Locally sourced ingredients
- Well-chosen wine list
- Lively but romantic dining room
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4. Elephantine Bakery
$ | |Master bakers Sherif and Nadine Farag run this cozy, conversation-filled bakery and cafe that's known for its meticulously crafted Middle Eastern and French pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast dishes. Start the day with poached eggs cilbir (over garlic labneh with aleppo butter, parsley gremolata, and toasted sourdough), and make every effort to save room for a slice of cardamom-rosewater cake or a brown-butter brownie.
10 Commercial Alley, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA603-319–6189Known For
- Outdoor seating on a redbrick sidewalk
- Egyptian bread pudding with coconut milk
- Perfectly poured espresso drinks
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Rate Includes: No dinner -
5. Il Cornicello
$$$ | |At this intimate, romantic downtown restaurant overlooking the Exeter River, artfully prepared dishes like gemelli with chestnut mushrooms and smoked ham in a leek-taleggio-mustard sauce, and classic shrimp linguine with a garlicky scampi sauce take center stage. There's also a long and impressively curated list of Italian wines.
11 Water St., Exeter, New Hampshire, 03833, USA603-580–4604Known For
- Fresh, hand-cut pasta
- Seasonally inspired antipasti
- Lovely views of the downtown riverfront
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch -
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6. Otis
$$$$ | |This romantic, urbane restaurant set inside the early-19th-century Inn by the Bandstand offers exceptional five-course tasting menus featuring farm-to-table fare that changes often to reflect what's in season. Typical offering include sea scallops with orange and fennel, and lamb with Brussels sprouts, shallots, and a sherry sauce, and everything is always plated beautifully. Lighter but still quite creative fare is served at the inn's other restaurant, Ambrose.
4 Front St., Exeter, New Hampshire, 03833, USA603-580–1705Known For
- Market-fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Views of charming village center
- Sticky toffee pudding with a bourbon caramel sauce
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Wed. No lunch -
7. Red Rover Creamery
$ | |This tiny parlor in historic downtown produces ice cream in big, bold flavors—think black currant tea–caramel, brown sugar–nectarine, and classic cookies-and-cream. They also bake dense and chewy cookies in interesting flavors, which you can enjoy on their own or in an ice-cream sandwich.
150 State St., Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA603-427–8172Known For
- Steps from Strawbery Banke Museum
- Decadent ice-cream sandwiches
- Fresh-baked cookies
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8. Stages at One Washington
$$$$ | |Offering stunning, reservation-only prix-fixe dinners featuring 8 to 10 small courses, this intimate open-kitchen space occupies the third floor of a converted redbrick mill building in Dover. The daily menu is based on what the talented culinary team here has sourced from farms and fishing boats—perhaps cured monkfish with green pea dashi and ramps, or lobster mushrooms with coffee, razor clams, and hazelnuts. Expect the unexpected.
1 Washington St., Dover, New Hampshire, 03820, USA603-842–4077Known For
- Artfully presented food
- Lavish multicourse dinners
- Optional wine pairings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch
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