50 Best American Restaurants near Rye

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

“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!“

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

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

“So disappointed! Made a reservation a month ago, looked forward all month to trying the chicken sandwich. Went to order…OUT OF CHICKEN. Really?? How do you run out of chicken??! Insane. On a Friday night?? What we did order was good but it would take a lot to get me to return. The service was great as was the menu, but it’s inexcusable to run out of something on a Friday night around the holidays.“

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

“The best meatball sub I’ve ever had ! I ordered a sm and it had 4 full size meatballs on it. Highly recommend !“

“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!“

“I only give five stars after the experience on Saturday. The night before I dined in, I already was having lousy service through out my stay, started with no napkin wrapped utensils (this came _after_the entree) water had to be asked explicitly after ordering a White Russian, the meal came out OK. I ordered a desert to go and walked back to my hotel to only realize i didn’t ask for them resulting me in already a difficult couple days to be worse to the point I’m breaking down in public the hysteria bounced off the buildings. By the time I turned to the alley corner by the 110, I automatically regained composure I walk back in - hostess wasn’t to be seen, but a waitress named Lydia answered me at the door remembering me from my visit almost a year ago. I explain what happened and after addressing it I told her “you made my day” she told me she’d be in all day on Saturday so I go to the bar and expierence was literally night vs day. She earned the twenty-five-pct extra on the check. Keep Lydia there at all costs she’s a special person in customer service when many places in the port city seemed to be lacking that of late.“

“My family recently booked a private function in the Eisenhower room at Lamies. Everything was truly exceptional. Michelle and her team went out of their way to guarantee that our extra large party was perfectly cared for. I highly recommend considering the Old Salt for your private functions. You won’t find better service.“

“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 coffee and lots of breakfast options!“

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

“Are you kidding me. Basic breakfast at its best!!!“

“Good service good food and good drinks❗️“

“The best breakfast I’ve had in a long time hands down. highly recommended. Waitress was awesome prices well affordable. a nice diner. One of the last ones left around. will definitely be going back. Lunch is next.“

“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!! 🤯“

“Shout out to Joe tonight for the best grilled chicken ceaser salad ever!! It was delicious!!“

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

“We tried a restaurant for the first time tonight, Paddy’s American Grille on the recommendation from a friend. Beautiful building with inside and patio dining, another gem in Portsmouth,NH. We were warmly greeted and taken very good care of by Vanessa who was outstanding. The food, drinks, and dessert were all excellent! We’ll be back soon for sure, give them a try.“

“Saturday October 4, 2025 I had the pleasure of having Lucy as our waitress. We were a party of 6, ordered dinner and drinks. I am not a beer drinker(sorry) so Lucy took the time to explain your Island District drinks to me. I left with a four pack after an amazing night of music, family, and good friends. Lucy and the team that were short staffed and super busy. She didn’t miss a beat. Amazing testament to your establishment . Looking for to our next visit!“

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

“Loved our lunch yesterday (in the inviting and spacious bar room) of salmon burgers with side and bloody Mary's! Festive atmosphere and friendly staff. Will return for sure!“

“Great place good food and drinks 🥤“

“Great neighborhood bar run by great neighborhood people“

“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.“

“Came into town for a work event. Ate here twice. Great music playing, cool atmosphere. Fifties style diner The staff here are amazing. So welcoming. Felt like family. Great food, owners have fun stories. Great little diner. I’ll be back every year for sure. -MN boys“

“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.“

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

“Gas Light in Portsmouth, NH, offers a lively and inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying a casual meal or drinks with friends. The exposed brick and wood-fired stone oven create a cozy yet energetic vibe that captures the essence of downtown Portsmouth. I was impressed by the attentive and friendly service, with bartenders who were attentive without being intrusive. The menu features crowd-pleasers like wood-fired pizzas, including their specialty Gaslight pizza, which had a pleasantly crispy crust and flavorful toppings. The chicken wings were perfectly cooked and well-seasoned, making them an excellent starter. I enjoyed the warmth and vibrant feel of the pub setting, which also offers live entertainment and a dog-friendly patio—a great spot if you're visiting with pets. Prices felt fair given the generous portions and quality. While some reviews mention occasional kitchen delays or food inconsistencies, my experience was smooth and satisfying. It’s a nice spot to unwind after a day exploring Portsmouth, with good drink options and a welcoming ambiance. I would recommend Gas Light if you’re looking for a lively, local dining experience with solid pub fare and good company. The one downside might be the busier times when service can slow, but overall it’s a dependable choice for casual dining in the neighborhood.“

“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“

“The “sea-cuterie” was a great value and one of the most memorable seafood platters I've ever had - because of the unique pineapple mignonette! Erin was very attentive and walked us through menu hits. The rest of the staff was great, too. Highly recommend for a nice dinner at Hampton Beach. Our family has been coming here to the Ashworth, and the Breakers, for over 40 years and it never misses!“

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

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

“We ate dinner at The Rooftop at The Envio, on Thursday, September 18th. Met your wonderful hostess, Deb. She was extremely friendly and sweet. Deb even wished my daughter a happy birthday. She was a breath of fresh air. ❤️“

“never had a bad meal they will make it your way great family place young and very old not overpriced $3 beers owner Theresa, makes everyone feel welcome, even 1st timers need a home away from home, it's here“

“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.“

“all there food is awesome. love there fried class especially“

“Friendly staff, great desserts, awesome location.“

“My favorite haunt owners and bartenders are wonderful food and drinks are always fabulous 🥰“

“Local’s has become one of my favorite places to eat on the seacoast! Wings are amazing, drinks are excellent, beer is cold and the pizza is out of this world. Don’t sleep on the salad because they have some real gems. Philly egg rolls are my favorite app too. The best quality is how friendly they are and it truly is a local vibe. I had my mother’s mercy meal there and everything was done with care and to perfection. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate her life. Definitely check them out sometime, you won’t be disappointed! Thank you Local’s for being a wonderful business in so many ways!“

“The Applebee's here in Newington New Hampshire is a very nice place to go The atmosphere is always great and your waiter or waitress will be very prompt in asking you if you would like anything to drink and ask if you already to order or do you need some more time in their very understandable. There's several people that I know at the one in Newington for servers in their amazing thank you to the crew at the Applebee's in Newington New Hampshire for making the experience there awesome every time“

“Excellent breakfast, great fast service. The pumpkin belgian waffles are amazing.“

“We love this place!!! The live music is awesome.“

“Love this place! Always a great time!“

“Delish !! From start to finish everything was fabulous! From the amazing door that you walked through to the woodwork and the brick and the old Portsmouth feel The food was fabulous. It actually made my taste buds dance! If you are in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. Staff is top-notch.“

“Highly suggest the burnt ends, salmon entree & the budino for dessert! Snack mix is a yummy option to munch on while golfing before sitting down for a meal! Approachable country club vibes with top notch food & drink!“

“Great grocery store, restaurants, Movie theater and exercise facilities all walkable from Veridian Residences!“

“We just discovered this spot! Former big lots haha way better then that by far! We didn’t know what to expect for some reason Verizon phone service didn’t work for us so while in the truck couldn’t see the menu etc. so we just went in on a Tuesday around 4pm got menus and then was handed happy hour menus my 9 year old got the taco salad, was missing the taco bowl but made it up with fried tortillas. My son got kids Mac he was disappointed it was Kraft and dry as a box Mac would be! Still he smashed it out. We got 4 happy hour apps and some drinks then we did the all in passes needless to say $200 later with tip our short trip turned into like 5 hours of memories and we have to come back! Worth it and the bartender she was great and on point. We will go back with the kids and without we’ll worth our 45 minute drive and the money!! So much to do for kids and adults being kids again! Thanks“