50 Best American Restaurants near Newington

“I had an amazing jerk chicken meal here, the owner is so friendly! I can’t wait to come back“

“Nick did a phenomenal job accommodating my large and complicated order, requiring the kitchen crew to make a few items fresh to order. I wanted to try items from the lunch menu since they weren’t available on the dinner menu. They rang up as $13.79 per item instead of $8.99 per item shown on the menu. When I informed Nick about the price discrepancy, he resolved the matter very quickly and gave me a new receipt with the correct prices listed. The service Nick provided was exceptional, so I will definitely return to this location in the future based on that.“

“We were there when they first opened and it was clear the bathrooms hadn't been cleaned since at least the prior day. Men's room was filthy according to my husband with the trash full still. The table we were originally sat at smelled like a urinal sponge. We asked to move and they did. The waiter was great and the food was good for the most part. My husband's chicken was too well done but all of the steaks were perfect.“

“The food is good. Comfortable environment. Very good attention. Recommended.“

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

“My husband and I had the best experience tonight! The food was amazing. We started with the tuna appetizer and the cure wedge salad - so good! He had the filet and I had the short ribs - both were so tasty and cooked to perfection. Our server was super attentive and so personable! We’ll definitely be returning when we’re back in the area!“

“location was easy to get to, staff was very friendly, food was DELICIOUS great music in background“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Comfort food meets fine dining. Great atmosphere, service was great. The food was amazing. Will definitely be back !!!“

“First impression: love! Sooo trendy and cute inside

Service: everyone was super friendly, seems like everyone is working together and helping each-other out

Food: AMAZING. The carrots were life-changing and I can’t stop thinking about them. We also had the muscles which were so good, the bowl didn’t even have any broth after we were done with them.“

“Happened upon this place because I was in the area and was hungry for lunch. The food and service were great, and I will be coming back often! Highly recommend!“

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

“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 had lunch at Frisbee’s Wharf and it was delightful. The food, service, and view were amazing.“

“I get food from Franz every day. Soooooo F 'in goood“

“I moved here 11 years ago and my first of many wonderful meals at the Riverworks. I especially liked the beer battered chicken fingers. But something has changed in the batter and I had them last night, 3/17/25 and they're not as good. Please return to the other recipe. But you are a favorite restaurant. Suellen Leugers“

“The location in Stratham, NH, has been my “go to” several times a week since their opening. I live nearby, and can’t help but indulge in the convenience of the location, not only for the great food (top-notch menu and preparation), friendly atmosphere (regular patrons who easily come to feel like family), and a staff that has made me feel like this is my “home away from home”. Special shout out to John, the best, most efficient and attentive bartender that I’ve known in all my years of dining out. And, without a doubt, I must add that Jess is also most delightful in every way. The management, host staff, and endearing wait staff (you know who you are) have made every moment I’ve enjoyed at the 110 Grill in Stratham the best of times. What more can I say? Drop in, often! I recommend it. You won’t be disappointed!“

“I have been coming here since I was a kid, and we love the food! We threw a party downstairs for my parents' anniversary, and everyone was so kind and helpful! The space was perfect, and the food was delicious. It really is a great place! Thank you for everything!“

“Great coffee and lots of breakfast options!“

“Amazing!! 😻 I’m so happy I finally took the time to slow down and find this amazing place! The chef has been here for 17 years!! 🤯“

“Great service, nice food.“

“Wow, what a treat this place was. Absolutely blown away. Totally exceeded all expectations! Great atmosphere. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Every dish from our apps to our mains were delicious! Can't possibly say enough good things about this place. Try it and you will most definitely not regret it! Keep up the good work!“

“Delicious food here; highly recommend stopping in for food. I was referred by a friend who suggested and I am glad to have stopped in today for a roast beef meal. It was delicious and plenty of food to eat. Staff were very helpful land the shop was very busy which means they are a popular business.“

“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!“

“Great food, great folks, a local legend!“

“Good service good food and good drinks❗️“

“Great neighborhood bar run by great neighborhood people“

“Excellent food and drinks! A fun spot to go for martinis. I've lived in the area for over 4 years and hadn't stepped in until last night. The pecan crusted chicken is SO TASTY. I would order that again in a heartbeat. We also had the buffalo chicken sandwich. The chicken was crispy and hot and the sweet potato fries were a nice accompaniment. They also brought out rolls with strawberry butter.

I tried 2 martinis, the grapefruit cosmo and the lemon drop (but I switched the blueberry vodka to raspberry vodka). Both were really good.

The place is split into 2 sections. The right side is the bar, which was packed and we weren't able to get a spot there. The dining room area to the left is a little bit quieter.“

“Imagine walking into a gas station to pick up a drink, opening the door and smelling your grandmother's kitchen? I just had to try the hand battered tenders and bone in fried chicken and potato wedges! While waiting for my lunch regulars came in for sandwiches, roll-ups and cheesesteaks, the special for the day. There were some picnic tables outside but we grabbed our bucket of chicken and took it to go! The chicken was crunchy and crisp while remaining moist on the inside. Such a treat! While the atmosphere is not fancy it's friendly!“

“It’s a great lunch spot to come with my coworkers. We love playing pool here and grabbing a bite to eat. Good food and nice staff. Only thing I hope they will consider is to please please please provide at least any kind of bicycle parking rack. It would be much more accessible to me then. There are not even poles that I could lock my bike to so it’s hard to come if I can’t catch a ride with friends“

“Stopped here on a recent Sunday afternoon for lunch. I was expecting average quality, but I was so wrong! The food was far better than my expectations. The French onion soup was outstanding. Everything we ordered - buffalo chicken wrap, burger, and Mac n cheese were so good! We will definitely be back!“

“Great service, we were met with a smile at the door. Had a fabulous meal! One of our party has to eat gluten free due to her food allergy. The staff was knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. Not only did I feel safe about no cross contamination, the gluten free food was fantastic! We had Appetizers, entrée and dessert. (The Gluten free Beignets were out of this world) Please make them a permanent item on the menu! Good portions, even left with boxes of leftovers. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back! Thank you, Jillian for a great experience. 😁😁😁“

“Fantastic place to eat. Fast service, super delicious burgers and fries. Highly recommend. Won't disappoint.“

“Always love the pulled pork sliders and amazing seasoned house fries…always fast great service with a smile!“

“Kudos to the kitchen… best meal we’ve had in a long time!! Will be back soon!“

“Great food time and time again!“

“Architecture et design parfaits dans cette auberge élégante, chic et raffinée sur une île où absolument tout est beau et harmonieux. Les lits sont ultra-confortables et chaque chambre offre un intérieur spacieux et très élégant. À quelques pas de l'auberge, une superbe plage nous invite à la contemplation. Great Island Inn nous a offert des vacances de rêve, dans un lieu enchanteur et parfait à tout égard. C'est désormais notre rendez-vous annuel du mois de novembre. N'hésitez pas, réservez!“

“We arrive last night for drinks. A beautiful place. Very professional and organized. We had the meatballs as a starter. They were great. The music and atmosphere was above and beyond. Will definitely be back. Thank you.“

“Amazing food, but even better service. Everyone was so happy there. What a nice change of pace!“

“Fantastic. Best diner in America in my opinion. I travel often. Absolutely delicious. Fresh. Have been coming for years. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Just had a fabulous lunch at the M-Dubs! The food was incredible, as always, and the service was stellar. I’ve gotta give a shout out to our amazing server, Miss Carmen, who went above and beyond for our group. Appreciate you, Miss Carmen!!! Thanks for a great experience.“

“It is always a pleasure to dine in here. The staff were pleasant and the food is awesome. We are from New Jersey and whenever we come up here we always come to Robert's.“

“Thank you to the Dover staff for kindly accommodating our group of nine, including dietary restrictions. The manager, reception and our server, Blake, were very understanding and professional, providing an enjoyable dine-in experience for us.“

“First visit and not the last Great culinary and wine pairing experience. Everything was right and delicious. I loved the kindness and humility of the chef and his team, as well as their real love for the products and willingness to share their passion. Bravo encore“

“Went on Sunday. Was a bit nervous because of the varied reviews however, we are so glad we tried it. The iced tea was fresh and strong, my pancakes were big and fluffy loaded with blueberries. The staff was attentive but they do seem a little frazzled. The restaurant is clean and spacious and again the food was great.“

“This place is fantastic. Best breakfast I’ve had since I moved to New England.“

“We went to The Nook for the first time today and it was great! The food was wonderful but the staff was perhaps even better. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, and it was a very welcoming atmosphere, even with two (often loud) toddlers. I was very impressed!“

“This was our first time here since we moved to Maine from NJ and it was excellent. Nance was an excellent waitress and very friendly, and the food was just amazing . The drinks and desserts were to die for . We will be back again.. Get there early before the crowds … More“

“We popped in here based on reviews for a quick dinner before a comedy show last night. Our server was super attentive and kind, the pizza was loaded with toppings, and our check came to a grand total of $26 for two drinks and a pizza. Pretty unmatched value for 2025, definitely recommend!“

“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!“