Restaurants near Eliot

“The food transported us back to Italy! My husband said the donuts are the best he’s ever had (we travel a lot)! Incredible focaccia and the espresso 👌 Recommend 100%”

“Stopped in for our first time to grab some lunch, and wow! Absolutely delicious!!! We got the chicken salad and the Italian and both were the freshest tasting sandwiches we’ve had in a long time! I was so excited to see that they use boars head for their meat and it comes with a generous portion to say the least!! We are hooked!! The owners are very nice and transformed this spot beautifully! I can’t forget to mention that I had to grab the Shain’s of Maine cookie dough ice cream as a family favorite treat!! If you’re in the area definitely make a stop in!! I can’t wait to try more of their menu and the soups they have to offer!! 🙌🏼 10/10!”

“Amazing food and coffee, superb staff!”

“Stopped in for dinner- first time . Food was great and the portions were large enough to take home . We’ll definitely be back !”

“Visited here our last trip to main and it's one of the places we're excited to visit again soon! The atmosphere was fun, the mug club shows they have a lot of regulars. We would join if we lived near by. The food was great, and the drinks were made to perfection! Especially that coconut cosmo (not sure what it was called), My girl loved it. The fish and chips and nachos”

“so good, love the thin crispy crust🍕”

“In March 2026 this Duncan has ruined so many other Duncans for me they’re just so quick so easy to work with I’m in and out of there in 30 seconds flat at the window you put in your order and they’re already handing it to you as you’re driving by through the drive-through window. That’s incredible service all these guys in there and girls need a raise.”

“We love it here. Great drinks, food, flavors. Go here! Service is great”

“I work at the Moffatt-Ladd House across the street and have been meaning to come over and experience their menu, as we often have overlapping customers. Our host sat us right away, drinks were fabulous, and all the meals were absolutely amazing! (I had the caribbean grilled swordfish.) My mom had been here with her parents in college in the early 80s and clearly Casey is carrying the mantle well. Thank you especially to our server, Rachel!”

“oh wow... what a find! We were looking for a seafood restaurant when passing thru the area and the name caught our attention. We had an amazing dinner! We both chose the seafood fettuccine, which was heavenly - incredible pasta and sauce topped with succulent seafood. Desserts were lavender creme brulee and white chocolate cake...Holy cow! Dinner and service were both top-notch.. and we can't wait to return!”

“Stellar grilled cheese and fun and amazing service provided by Josh. It was our first time in, he was super friendly, made ordering easy, and the food did not disappoint. Everything was GREAT!! Make sure you get the homemade lemonade (with maple syrup instead of sugar).”

“We loved The Surf! Our server, Jake (from state farm) was charming, funny, and great at making menu recommendations. My lobster was to die for as well as my sushi roll. Everyone loved their food and our only regret is that we didn’t have time to go again while on our trip!”

“My love and I dined here last night. Our server was wonderful, and she enticed me with the Sea Bass Special. I've never ordered a special before, and..wow. The buttery flakiness of the fish, the perfect rice, and the bright salad dressing sent me to the moon. The old woman (delightful) brought us this amazing giant bread. Sara had the chicken kabob, and the meat was delectable. Our entire meal was amazing. $58 for two people (I had one Budweiser) is amazing. I cannot see Date Nights being anywhere else for a while My hat is off to you fine people. Regards, Peter T Connell”

“I’m from the Boston area and was meeting a friend in Portsmouth for dinner. We picked Durbar Square and we’re definitely not disappointed. We had an absolutely fabulous meal there. The chicken chili was a delicious, and a different approach than any chili I’ve had before. The chicken was perfect cooked. The sauce was full of flavor. They also ask you to pick yours spice range from 1-10 so you can choose what suits you best. The owner, John, is totally engaged with his customers and if you want, can even demonstrate a yoga pose or 2 (which he is very good at). Just overall a great place to eat.”

“I don’t know Dave. I know nothing of his life. I don’t know if he ever loved. If he was ever loved himself. I don’t know his pain, Or how many sleepless nights he had wide awake just pondering his place in the universe. I don’t know the curves of his body, or the edges of his wildest dreams. I don’t know how many times he said “I don’t care if you think my chickens too hot DAD I know there’s a place for my Caliente Poule!” I wish I did but I simply don’t know his family or friends and just how deeply he impacted their lives. If he made them laugh, or cry. Vacations spent making memories. I don’t know any of that. I don’t know how he lived or how he died.

But I know his chicken.

And it was pretty good”

“Irresistible! Best place, ambiance, bartenders, best kept secret……”

“Great staff too! The food is good too!”

“Been going here for years, never had a bad meal.”

“Best ramen I’ve ever had! Absolutely delicious. Staff were very friendly and helpful as well.”

“Two Bees was such a delightful find! Everything about them was perfection. Walking into the cafe, the decor is lovely with a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the river. The staff was so sweet and just lovely authentic people. But the offerings they had were simply divine. Their croissant was reminiscent of European quality, all their ingredients were fresh and tasty, but the best thing was their passion fruit tart- outstanding! Very highly recommend this place!”

“The food is out of this world good!!!!”

“Un lieu multigénérationnel où l’accueil des deux personnes qui y travaillent n’est que le début d’un bon moment. Bonne bouffe, bon service. J’entends y venir à chacune de mes visites comme une tradition à créer.”

“Just went for the first time and sat on the patio on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. SO GREAT. Drinks and food came out so fast, and our server was delightful. Highly recommend, can’t wait to go back!”

“I loved nice place, congratulations . 🇨🇴I am Colombian and the best I have seen. clean and friendly people👌👌”

“Love the new place. And the food is ALWAYS awesome! Owner and workers are very friendly and work hard.”

“I have lived in NYC, Boston and Portsmouth surrounded by some of the best cuisines of every form. I have to say this is by far the best indian cuisine I have ever had. Raj the owner personally served us and told us about his journey from humble beginnings to now one of the top 20 or so indian cuisines in the country. It doesn't take long to taste why. An unassuming restaurant on the outside to an amazing comfortable and authentic interior space to welcome anyone and everyone ready for the mos amazing dining experiences they will have. Even the drinks worth a sip.”

“The BEST place to get a lobster roll or fish tacos. I don’t think anything on the menu could disappoint 🥹 my new favorite restaurant. The staff is also incredible! Hard working and friendly.”

“Great experience at Tasya's kitchen. Took us back to the days we lived as expatriates in Jakarta. Very authentic food, and extremely friendly and homely service. Big thumbs-up!”

“Great spot if you're looking to experience authentic modern Thai food presented in an upscale setting. Everything we were served was delicious and well-executed!”

“The best. I ate here with my father 15 years ago, when he would visit. I returned to the area, and brought my father once again. 15 years later we both still agree that it's the best.”