Had the pleasure of eating at the Chef’s Table last night with friends. It was a great time watching the food prep, chatting with the chefs and enjoying fabulous food. Each course carefully constructed and thoughtfully prepared. We tried everything on the menu and the fish dishes and the chicken were the highlight, and nothing was a disappointment. Come hungry as you get a lot of food which makes the price point impressive. Worth a visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Olivia Spector
Last night my family took me to Otis. to celebrate a 10 year celebration of my diagnosis with Crohn's disease. My family contacted Chef Lee to see if he would be present at the restaurant to say hello. It seemed that Chef Lee came down to the restaurant that night to come wish us well. He stayed and chatted with us for about 15 minutes, was incredibly personable, was genuinely engaged with our family, and was very happy to be a part of our celebration. Then we moved on to our dinner which was absolutely exceptional. Each dish was so comforting and felt like it was cooked with love. The sauces, meats and vegetables were all cooked to perfection and complemented each other beautifully. This was an incredibly important celebration for me and Chef Lee made it unforgettable both with his hospitality and the food. Thank you to Chef Lee and everyone at Otis for making this experience so special for me. We will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K4114AScarlosd
I loved Otis. It is small which adds to the ambiance. It was like being in the set of “The Bear” and watching the Chef symphonically prepare, cook and plate the meals for the 4-5 tables and bar seating area. Fixed price five course meal which was tasty and the amounts were sufficient enough to satisfy but not make you feel stuffed. The staff was tremendous, felt like you were eating at home with a private staff tending to you. I hardly ever pen a review but in this case I felt compelled. Try it out!
Jessica (JessieB)
The best fine dining restaurant in New England!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terrilyn Lebel Cheney
Delicious and well run. Excellent atmosphere. All around and amazing evening!
Michael Cremin
All the various courses were delicious. Service was excellent. Cocktails yummy
kevin skinner
The food is unreal. I love the small plates are original and so beautifully done. It is artwork you eat. The wait staff is knowledgeable and attentive. The restaurant is gem.
charleslU2449IH
We dined at Otis for their 5-course tasting menu as vegetarians, excited by their promise to accommodate dietary needs. While there were some highlights, the overall experience left us disappointed. The Good: >The squash soup starter was excellent—easily the highlight of the meal. >Dessert, especially the sticky toffee pudding, was wonderful. >The drink selection was diverse and well-curated. The Not-So-Good: >The vegetarian options felt like afterthoughts, with minimal creativity or effort to make them stand out. For example, the gnocchi was simply served without bacon and lacked flavor, while the kale polenta served as the main course—lukewarm and bland—was uninspired. >The "5 courses" for vegetarians included repeated options and fewer substantial dishes than the meat menu, making it feel imbalanced. While Otis has clear strengths, the vegetarian menu didn’t meet the expectations set by their promise to accommodate dietary needs. Diners with specific dietary preferences or restrictions may want to look elsewhere for a more thoughtful and balanced experience.
Stacey Maxwell
Numerous experiences at Otis, and each one has impressed us more so than the last. A unique dining experience with impeccable food! Chef Lee Frank has created an environment that draws you in time and time again serving a tasting menu with the in season ingredients. His food will leave you satisfied and looking to book the next reservation on your car ride home.
Richard Johnson
We loved the tasting menu concept. Each course was a work of art and outstanding on its own. A lovely and unique dining experience.
Food and service were excellent! Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Schmitt
Having just moved to the Seacoast from Orlando, we were excited to try the best restaurant in New Hampshire and the only one with a James Beard semifinalist chef. It's better than anything we've had in Portsmouth so far but unfortunately it wasn't up to expectations from other James Beard experiences. While none of the food was bad, it wasn't great. It was just your standard run of the mill type of meal. $75 is a pretty reasonable price for a meal, not Barcelona cheap but US tasting menu cheap. Portions were pretty small for a 5 course meal but for $75, it's understandable. I've had meals where the courses were smaller but I'd have 12-15 but the portions for this are what I would say would be for a 7 or 8 course meal. My wife and I have been lucky to eat at many highly reviewed restaurants around the world and this one is just meh. We didn't feel cheated out of a meal or anything but it's a one and done place for now. If it's your first time trying a fine dining restaurant and you are closer to the Seacoast compared to Portland or Boston, it's worth a visit. Otherwise I would skip it and travel a bit further for something better or possibly Mystic, CT where the NE best restaurant is located.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Derek Jones
This is an amazing experience with a talented chef with some real inspiration. Highly recommend!
Had the pleasure of eating at the Chef’s Table last night with friends. It was a great time watching the food prep, chatting with the chefs and enjoying fabulous food. Each course carefully constructed and thoughtfully prepared. We tried everything on the menu and the fish dishes and the chicken were the highlight, and nothing was a disappointment. Come hungry as you get a lot of food which makes the price point impressive.
Worth a visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Last night my family took me to Otis. to celebrate a 10 year celebration of my diagnosis with Crohn's disease. My family contacted Chef Lee to see if he would be present at the restaurant to say hello. It seemed that Chef Lee came down to the restaurant that night to come wish us well. He stayed and chatted with us for about 15 minutes, was incredibly personable, was genuinely engaged with our family, and was very happy to be a part of our celebration. Then we moved on to our dinner which was absolutely exceptional. Each dish was so comforting and felt like it was cooked with love. The sauces, meats and vegetables were all cooked to perfection and complemented each other beautifully. This was an incredibly important celebration for me and Chef Lee made it unforgettable both with his hospitality and the food. Thank you to Chef Lee and everyone at Otis for making this experience so special for me. We will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved Otis. It is small which adds to the ambiance. It was like being in the set of “The Bear” and watching the Chef symphonically prepare, cook and plate the meals for the 4-5 tables and bar seating area. Fixed price five course meal which was tasty and the amounts were sufficient enough to satisfy but not make you feel stuffed. The staff was tremendous, felt like you were eating at home with a private staff tending to you. I hardly ever pen a review but in this case I felt compelled. Try it out!
The best fine dining restaurant in New England!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious and well run. Excellent atmosphere. All around and amazing evening!
All the various courses were delicious. Service was excellent. Cocktails yummy
The food is unreal. I love the small plates are original and so beautifully done. It is artwork you eat. The wait staff is knowledgeable and attentive. The restaurant is gem.
We dined at Otis for their 5-course tasting menu as vegetarians, excited by their promise to accommodate dietary needs. While there were some highlights, the overall experience left us disappointed. The Good: >The squash soup starter was excellent—easily the highlight of the meal. >Dessert, especially the sticky toffee pudding, was wonderful. >The drink selection was diverse and well-curated. The Not-So-Good: >The vegetarian options felt like afterthoughts, with minimal creativity or effort to make them stand out. For example, the gnocchi was simply served without bacon and lacked flavor, while the kale polenta served as the main course—lukewarm and bland—was uninspired. >The "5 courses" for vegetarians included repeated options and fewer substantial dishes than the meat menu, making it feel imbalanced. While Otis has clear strengths, the vegetarian menu didn’t meet the expectations set by their promise to accommodate dietary needs. Diners with specific dietary preferences or restrictions may want to look elsewhere for a more thoughtful and balanced experience.
Numerous experiences at Otis, and each one has impressed us more so than the last. A unique dining experience with impeccable food! Chef Lee Frank has created an environment that draws you in time and time again serving a tasting menu with the in season ingredients. His food will leave you satisfied and looking to book the next reservation on your car ride home.
We loved the tasting menu concept. Each course was a work of art and outstanding on its own. A lovely and unique dining experience.
Restaurantji Recommends
Every dish was delicious. Fun experience. Will definitely return to sit at the chefs table.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gem of a place. Personal service, inventive and flavorful dishes. Highly recommended.
Vegetarian options: The chef is happy to adjust the menu for vegetarians. They did a great job for my daughter and I.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sticky Toffee Pudding Bourbon Caramel Vanilla Creme Chantilly
Food and service were excellent! Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Having just moved to the Seacoast from Orlando, we were excited to try the best restaurant in New Hampshire and the only one with a James Beard semifinalist chef. It's better than anything we've had in Portsmouth so far but unfortunately it wasn't up to expectations from other James Beard experiences. While none of the food was bad, it wasn't great. It was just your standard run of the mill type of meal. $75 is a pretty reasonable price for a meal, not Barcelona cheap but US tasting menu cheap. Portions were pretty small for a 5 course meal but for $75, it's understandable. I've had meals where the courses were smaller but I'd have 12-15 but the portions for this are what I would say would be for a 7 or 8 course meal. My wife and I have been lucky to eat at many highly reviewed restaurants around the world and this one is just meh. We didn't feel cheated out of a meal or anything but it's a one and done place for now. If it's your first time trying a fine dining restaurant and you are closer to the Seacoast compared to Portland or Boston, it's worth a visit. Otherwise I would skip it and travel a bit further for something better or possibly Mystic, CT where the NE best restaurant is located.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
This is an amazing experience with a talented chef with some real inspiration. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak, Sticky Toffee Pudding Bourbon Caramel Vanilla Creme Chantilly, Gnocchi
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