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Food - Surf Restaurant - Portsmouth, Portsmouth, NH

Surf Restaurant - Portsmouth

4.5 (2)
$31 to $50
Seafood
99 Bow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Surf seats on a walk-in basis. You will see no availability from Open tables because we do not take reservations.
If you would like to dine with us please come in to the restaurant. Please note during peak hours there may be a wait. We will add you to our wait list and you can stroll about town. We will send you a text message when your table is ready.
Since opening in 2002, Surf has set the standard in New Hampshire for fresh, exquisitely prepared seafood. Guided by Chef and owner Michael Buckley, Surf has built a reputation for truly imaginative cooking using only the very freshest fish and shellfish. This commitment to freshness can be tasted in everything we prepare. Voted Best Seafood in New Hampshire, Surf offers a wonderful combination of service and culinary expertise in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. We invite you to browse our online menus and join us for an unforgettable dinner this evening. We look forward to seeing you.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Surf Restaurant - Portsmouth.

4.5

4.5
(2)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

2 Reviews
  1. Melanie

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Surf! We try to make an excuse to come here for every special event or celebratory occasion. The sushi is amazing, but nothing will top the veggie umami roll. If you’re not ordering it, you’re just sleeping! The online reservation system was a step up from last years reservations for Valentines Day and I actually wish they would use it all the time!

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  2. Ali

    New Hampshire2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We've eaten here before, and Christmas Eve was very disappointing. The food was meh, and we felt a bit short changed (e.g. I had a salad with grilled shrimp, but only received three shrimp for the price). We also received a California roll which was much smaller than typical, and other portions were not for sharing.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

FAQs

Surf offers window-side booth and table seating with harbor views, plentiful bar seating, and an outdoor deck where guests enjoy drinks and the breeze.

Yes, Surf is welcoming to families; multiple reviewers describe visiting with children and celebrating family occasions, so you can expect a family-friendly atmosphere for celebrations and dinners.

Private dining isn't part of Surf Restaurant - Portsmouth's offering, the focus is on the open dining room and relaxed, inviting atmosphere.

Surf has a relaxed, inviting waterfront vibe, chic coastal decor, window and deck views over the harbor, and a lively energy at peak times that suits celebrations and casual nights alike.

Yes, Surf is walk‑in only; if there's a wait they add you to a wait list and will send a text message when your table is ready.

Yes, Surf is a popular date‑night choice, with guests praising waterfront views, attentive service, and memorable anniversary and date‑night meals.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formal wear; many guests do dress up a touch for birthdays and anniversaries.

Yes, guests commonly describe portions as generous, noting hearty dishes like the Portuguese seafood stew and lobster plates left them comfortably full.

Yes, Surf is walk-in only, so mention dietary needs or substitutions to your server when you arrive; the owner notes walk-in seating with a waitlist and multiple guests say staff happily accommodate substitutions.

Saturday nights are a favorite, guests report bustling Saturday evenings with great harbor views and solid meals.

Yes, Surf offers outdoor seating on a deck/patio where guests often dine and enjoy the harbor views and sunset breezes.

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