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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Portsmouth

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A photo of Jonathan's - Ogunquit restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3978)
$$$$
• Seafood • Ogunquit
Booked 19 times today
I always enjoy Jonathan’s food, never been disappointed. Had the baked haddock with seafood stuffing, it was delicious. I dined with 3 other people who share my experience. Carlos out server went above and beyond. He has a great sense of humor, he knows the menu, very professional. Thank you to Jonathan and his entire staff for a wonderful evening.
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4.7
Exceptional(3049)
$$$$
• American • Salem
Booked 27 times today
Ledger is one of my favorite restaurants in Salem. I try to go at least once a month however I have back to back reservations this week to celebrate spooky season being over. Not only is the food always delicious and amazing quality the staff is always happy to serve you and very accommodating and welcoming. The spooky drink specials are always fun although it’s the Ledger Painkiller that gets my vote every time! My go to is either the burger, the pasta, or the half chicken but you can’t go wrong with anything and it’s a sin if you skip the popovers
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4.9
Exceptional(4864)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Portland
Booked 58 times today
Phenomenal dining experience with some of the best food we’ve had. The swordfish was the best I’ve ever had and the pork was outstanding. Great service, atmosphere, and value. Highly recommend.
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4.5
Awesome(3416)
$$$$
• Italian • Salem
Booked 82 times today
We loved the bread and crab cake! So delicious! Our meals were wonderful too! We love the friendly staff and beautiful ambiance of Tuscan Kitchen!
A photo of Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1891)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Kennebunkport
Booked 21 times today
Always the best ❤️…one of my favorite restaurants in kennebunkport
A photo of The Crown Tavern restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1117)
$$$$
• Comfort Food • Manchester
Booked 32 times today
We were pleasantly surprised that there was room at the bar. Service was great, cocktails excellent, atmosphere great. Dinners were large portions and good.
A photo of Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3219)
$$$$
• Italian • Peabody
Booked 60 times today
Caleb was extremely pleasant adding to our positive experience!
A photo of Firefly American Bistro - New Hampshire restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2496)
$$$$
• American • Manchester
Booked 51 times today
Fabulous menu drinks food and service great venue!
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4.5
Awesome(672)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Nashua
Booked 13 times today
Always a pleasure dining at Stella Blu. The service & food are always spot on & consistent.
A photo of The Windham Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(262)
$$$$
• Italian • Windham
Booked 20 times today
Great meal, martinis were excellent. I think the menu is new; everything was fantastic

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  • Nicole
    New Hampshire •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We loved the bread and crab cake! So delicious! Our meals were wonderful too! We love the friendly staff and beautiful ambiance of Tuscan Kitchen!
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    Tuscan Kitchen$$$$• Italian• Salem
    •
    4.5
  • DouglasGold
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Caleb was extremely pleasant adding to our positive experience!
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    Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody$$$$• Italian• Peabody
    •
    4.7
  • David
    New Hampshire •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of our favorite places in Ogunquit. Happened to be French Bistro Night (Tuesday), so I had a 3-course menu ($45/pp) including celery soup (really wonderful flavor), beef bourguignon (very flavorful with diced carrots, pearl onions, red wine reduction, and sides of mashed potatoes and mixed sliced vegetables. Last course: maple crepe (with whipped cream, maple syrup. My wife opted for the wild mushroom pappardelle, which also was terrific. Never a bad meal here and the service is excellent.
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    Jonathan's - Ogunquit$$$$• Seafood• Ogunquit
    •
    4.7
  • Jo-Ann
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Always the best ❤️…one of my favorite restaurants in kennebunkport
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    Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport$$$$• Contemporary American• Kennebunkport
    •
    4.7
  • Lisa
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We were pleasantly surprised that there was room at the bar. Service was great, cocktails excellent, atmosphere great. Dinners were large portions and good.
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    The Crown Tavern$$$$• Comfort Food• Manchester
    •
    4.8
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