Diners' Choice: American restaurants in New Hampshire

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in New Hampshire? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cure Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1772)

$31 to $50

American

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

Cure is located at the corner of State and Penhallow Streets in historic downtown Portsmouth, NH. We are within walking distance of Prescott Park, Strawberry Bank, Seacoast Repertory Theatre and Portsmouth Music Hall.
Our restaurant offers American Bistro cuisine, in a fine dining environment, at affordable prices. Cure is a great place for friends to meet, business functions, and romantic dining .

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Jan-PatrickGold

Dined 4 days ago

We had a wonderful experience. Both, the food as well as the service were excellent. We recommend the restaurant without hesitation.

24 Carrot

4.8

4.8 (76)

$31 to $50

American

Littleton

About the restaurant

24 Carrot at Rabbit Hill Inn is part of the romantic and luxurious adults-only getaway, offering guests a place to enjoy fine seasonal dining. The atmosphere at 24 Carrot is meant to inspire lingering intimate meals, with candlelight and soft music. The menu changes frequently to accommodate for seasonal availability. Please note: 24 Carrot is an adults-only restaurant.

24 Carrot is open Wednesday - Sunday 5:00pm-8:00pm. Reservations required.
The Snooty Fox Pub is open seven days a week from 5:00-8:00pm. Walk ins welcome.

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StefaniaGold

Dined on Oct 18, 2026

The restaurant was great and so was the food and service! The Inn itself was wonderful and I can’t wait to return.

Bretton Arms Dining Room

4.7

4.7 (196)

$50 and over

American

Bretton Woods

About the restaurant

Lauded as one of the resort's most popular restaurants and one of the top rated in all of Omni Hotels & Resorts, the AAA Four Diamond Bretton Arms Dining Room serves breakfast and dinner seasonally. The dinner menu at the Arms uses the freshest and finest locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Our creatively prepared traditional cuisine is complemented by cutting-edge techniques, allowing the quality of the ingredients to come out. Choose from the award-winning wine list, including more than 40 selections available by the glass. If your group is a bit larger, two private dining rooms are available, with seating for up to 18 guests. The dress code for the Arms is resort casual, and for the little ones, the young guests' menu is not your typical mac and cheese or PB&J, but a reflection of the adult menu and experience.

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Anna

Dined on Oct 25, 2026

My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience at Bretton Arms! The beautiful, intimate atmosphere and rich history made our evening feel truly special. Our server was attentive and had a great sense of humor, while the host brought the area’s history to life with fascinating stories. We appreciate the care Omni has taken to preserve such a historic gem. This resort has become my favorite place and will always hold a special place in my heart. We can’t wait to return!

The Old Courthouse

4.9

4.9 (295)

$31 to $50

American

New London

About the restaurant

The Old Courthouse has been serving the Newport area dining scene for 15+ years with Creative American Cuisine in the heart of Newport's Downtown Historic District. Dine in a beautiful Federalist era building.

This circa-1826 building served as the district courthouse for the past twenty-five years. It is located behind the Newport Opera House and features an elegant dining room and full service bar.

This family-owned business has carefully preserved the elegance and simplicity of the building to provide a unique dining experience.

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Cindy

Dined 7 days ago

Our dinner was wonderful! The food was cooked to order. The service was attentive and courteous. I would recommend to anyone. Thank you for a wonderful visit! We will be back again.

Firefly American Bistro - New Hampshire

4.8

4.8 (2496)

$30 and under

American

Manchester

About the restaurant

Firefly Bistro & Bar is a casually upscale American bistro situated in the heart of Manchester"s downtown district. Firefly embraces the concept of comfort dining by offering inspired classic American fare in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Firefly's extensive wine list, craft beer selections, and creative cocktails compliment the time-honored yet innovative creations of Chef David Becker's seasonal menus, which burst with flavors from around the world. The uptown atmosphere is accentuated by downtown hospitality and friendly, professional service.

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Maureen

Dined 7 days ago

I always enjoy my experience here! Great food and craft cocktails. Service was fantastic and perfectly paced.

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Popular dish

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Popular dish

steak frites

The Puddle Dock

4.8

4.8 (1380)

$31 to $50

American

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

We are excited to announce we have been awarded a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2025!

Located on the grounds of Strawbery Banke Museum in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, The Puddle Dock Restaurant proudly offers Modern Colonial feel and fare! Led by esteemed Executive Chef Derek Clough, the Puddle Dock Restaurant will take you back to Colonial America featuring English and American favorites, then snap you back to the present with our modern twists.

Chef Derek takes great pride in growing a lot of our vegetables, foraging our mushrooms, and presenting beauty for your palate. His care is evidence in some of our best-loved dishes, Yorkshire Pudding, Portuguese Salted Cod, Pan-Roasted Duck Breast, and our signature Hoe Cake. Be sure to save room for dessert! All our desserts are made in house - Cinnamon Rum Breading and Posset are among the favorites!

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Karla

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

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!

Henry's at Lake Sunapee Country Club

4.7

4.7 (35)

$31 to $50

American

New London

About the restaurant

Enjoy seasonal outside dining on the deck or, relax out on the garden terrace. Join us with friends or family for a great evening out on the countryside. Both lunch and dinner are casual affairs with the emphasis on carefully prepared food, thoughtfully served by people who truly appreciate their craft.

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PeterGold

Dined 2 days ago

Food was exceptional, great service on a Wednesday night.

Dreo Food and Drink

4.8

4.8 (197)

$30 and under

American

Salem

About the restaurant

With over 35 years in the restaurant industry and as the owners of MaryAnn's Diner, we're excited to bring our passion and commitment to excellence to Dreo. Our goal has always been exceptional service, delicious homemade food, and a welcoming atmosphere. At Dreo, we continue this tradition, ensuring guests feel valued. Our dishes feature generous portions and quality ingredients, reflecting our love for a great dining experience. We also offer a curated selection of craft cocktails made with fresh ingredients. We've built wonderful friendships with our customers and are grateful for your support. We look forward to welcoming you to Dreo and creating new memories. Thank you for being part of our journey, The Andreoli Family.

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Cheryle

Dined 4 days ago

Love , love Dreo. Another lovely Monday night with delicious food , great people who work there who took such good care of us and fantastic music!! Keep it up Dreo !! Great place!

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4.6

4.6 (160)

$31 to $50

American

Laconia

About the restaurant

We are Local Eatery, a casual upscale modern American farm-to-table restaurant in the heart of the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Perfect for date nights, special events, & foodies, enjoy a hand-crafted culinary experience for your night out, before a show at the Colonial Theatre, or even take a signature cocktail to-go during New Hampshire's first ever "Social District".
Our menu is constantly evolving, so please feel free check it out at laconialocaleatery.com.
Thanks and can't wait to see you!

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Russell

Dined 7 days ago

Local Eatery has been and continues to be a well kept secret. Not sure why because it’s far and away one of the best restaurants in the Lakes Region. Everything is prepared and presented with expert care. There is a focus on local ingredients. The menu is always interesting and deviates in a positive way from standard fare. As an example, I ordered a Five Spice Duck Breast and my wife had a Shrimp Gnocchi dish. Both were delicious. Our craft cocktail and mocktail were perfect and our server was friendly and pretty. Five stars! Looking forward to going back.

Americus at LaBelle Winery Derry

4.7

4.7 (1831)

$31 to $50

American

Derry

About the restaurant

The menu at Americus Restaurant focuses on New England contemporary farm-to-table cuisine with an international flair and a full bar serving LaBelle wines, craft cocktails, craft beers on draft, and non-alcoholic beverages. Enjoy the ambiance of our restaurant, designed with your comfort in mind; soothing colors, oversized seats, and round booths. Our large outdoor seating area provides a beautiful view of our picturesque pond, and you can enjoy our firepit at night. Americus Restaurant is located at LaBelle Winery in Derry, NH - join us to experience the best cuisine in New Hampshire!

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Jim

Dined 6 days ago

As always - a perfectly wonderful and comfortable experience with great service and food.

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