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A photo of The Galley Hatch restaurant
4.5
Awesome(915)
€€€€
• American • Hampton
Booked 9 times today
We had a short wait when we arrived. The hostess was friendly. Our server, Elliot, was great. Always checking in on us, very polite young man. It was a great evening!
A photo of The Puddle Dock restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1380)
€€€€
• American • Portsmouth
Booked 22 times today
The Puddle Dock is a great place to visit for any occasion. The food and the service are wonderful. It is a lovely atmosphere. We love taking friends from out of town here. Highly recommended!
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4.9
Exceptional(4975)
€€€€
• Contemporary American • Manchester
Booked 44 times today
Always a consistently great meal with great service! 10/10 as always.
A photo of Henrietta's Table restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4817)
€€€€
• American • Cambridge
Booked 50 times today
Fresh farm to table goodness variable with the season accompanied by incredibly fresh bread and pastry selections.
A photo of Three Chimneys Inn restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(300)
€€€€
• Contemporary American • Durham
Booked 7 times today
This was just an overall phenomenal experience- from food, to waitress, to environment. My husband and I went for our 15th wedding anniversary dinner. The building itself is an incredibly well kept historical building with excellent ambiance. We ate in the lower level at a reserved table next to a fireplace. The lighting was gorgeous and the atmosphere comfortable. Our waitress knew the menu well and was able to recommend some of her favorites. The app, meals, drinks- outstanding! We had a fried chicken sandwich and the chicken veggie fry for dinner. Delicious and perfectly cooked. I can’t stress how fresh it was. Do yourself a favor and eat here. We will be back for sure!
A photo of Lost Cowboy Tap Room restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(33)
€€€€
• Barbecue • Portsmouth
Booked 17 times today
Attended grand opening of Lost Cowboy in a second location. Food as usual did not disappoint. Decor and ambiance are in keeping with the western theme. Service as exceptional.
A photo of The Crown Tavern restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1115)
€€€€
• Comfort Food • Manchester
Booked 25 times today
Great food and very accommodating as our group grew from 6 to 14. Thanks so much!
A photo of Firefly American Bistro - New Hampshire restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2496)
€€€€
• American • Manchester
Booked 40 times today
Fabulous menu drinks food and service great venue!
A photo of Banners Kitchen & Tap restaurant
4.3
Awesome(869)
€€€€
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 57 times today
The Patriots game was great, but the crowd energy here was greater! Can’t wait for the next Patriots game day!
A photo of Ocean restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2458)
€€€€
• Seafood • Kennebunkport
Booked 2 times today
Ocean as always delivers a great dining experience. Food was excellent as was the service.

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  • Tamara
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had a short wait when we arrived. The hostess was friendly. Our server, Elliot, was great. Always checking in on us, very polite young man. It was a great evening!
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    The Galley Hatch$$$$• American• Hampton
    •
    4.5
  • rodrigo
    New Hampshire •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Such a beautiful date night experience. From the lighting, fireplace, servers, quality, taste, smell of food. Completely perfect visceral experience that I’d recommend to everyone. My wife and I love it here and the menu, pairings and overall ambiance are our favorite. Best place to eat in Portsmouth, hands down and such a beautiful date night locale.
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    The Puddle Dock$$$$• American• Portsmouth
    •
    4.8
  • Lori
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Attended grand opening of Lost Cowboy in a second location. Food as usual did not disappoint. Decor and ambiance are in keeping with the western theme. Service as exceptional.
    More info
    Lost Cowboy Tap Room$$$$• Barbecue• Portsmouth
    •
    4.6
  • WilliamGold
    Greater Boston •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Oct 2026
    Fresh farm to table goodness variable with the season accompanied by incredibly fresh bread and pastry selections.
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    Henrietta's Table$$$$• American• Cambridge
    •
    4.6
  • Christina
    New Hampshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 23 Oct 2026
    This was just an overall phenomenal experience- from food, to waitress, to environment. My husband and I went for our 15th wedding anniversary dinner. The building itself is an incredibly well kept historical building with excellent ambiance. We ate in the lower level at a reserved table next to a fireplace. The lighting was gorgeous and the atmosphere comfortable. Our waitress knew the menu well and was able to recommend some of her favorites. The app, meals, drinks- outstanding! We had a fried chicken sandwich and the chicken veggie fry for dinner. Delicious and perfectly cooked. I can’t stress how fresh it was. Do yourself a favor and eat here. We will be back for sure!
    More info
    Three Chimneys Inn$$$$• Contemporary American• Durham
    •
    4.6
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