50 Best American Restaurants near Portsmouth

“We had a great birthday experience aboard the train & plan on returning many times. We chose The Spruce Car, (as opposed to the murder mystery) which is aptly named, as it's filled with rich, warm woods. The cozy lighting & up-scale, but not pretentious, decor created the perfect ambiance for a romantic birthday. Dinner service was nothing short of wonderful. Our server, Maddie, was friendly, beautiful, and attentive. Both of our dinners were delicious and the cocktails were perfect. More locals should enjoy the Bellevue Grand. It's worth every penny.“

“My go-to order in most places would be a Reuben. The quality of the meat, bread and the balance with the sauerkraut, sauce & cheese say a lot about how the restaurant approaches their food. The 02878 is the best Reuben sandwich I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Now I will have to find another go-to for other restaurants because they will pale in comparison to Localz 02878.“

“Great food and the wait staff very friendly.“

“Love to hangout on the top deck over looking the Sakonnet River. Please do crank up your coolers beers are not very cold.“

“Delicious breakfast. I had two eggs over light with fruit. Grandson had pancakes. Daughter had Belgium waffle. Good service. Clean restaurant. Pretty decor.

Parking: spacious.

Kid-friendliness: roomy for kids.“

“excellent wings fast service and great prices.“

“The best, freshest meal we experienced while in the cape area (from California)! The fried scallops and the spicy crab stuffed humongous clam was to die for!! Thank you especially to the warm and generous welcome by LeRoy and Robert--we will be regulars!“

“First time here. Date night with my man. I made reservations through Open Table…I guess you really don’t need to make reservations for a Tuesday night :-)
I will say that we were there for about 40 minutes when we were called by the restaurant, reminding me of my reservation. I explained that we were seated by Adam and we all had a laugh.
Adam was exceptionally awesome!
They were terribly short staffed last night and he was working very hard to keep every one of the patrons happy. He even had some great suggestions on what to cook with some dressing that we had purchased from New Mexico. Adam knows about Hatch green chile!! Super cool guy and he made our evening special.
The food was ok. I read all of the reviews from both yelp and google before I went. I think that if the stats all align correctly, this spot can be pretty damn good. We ordered General Tso’s calamari for our app, I got the steak sub with sweet potato fries and my man got chicken pesto pasta and added shrimp. The plates did not disappoint and my drinks were poured well.

Will be back again soon :-)“

“We totally enjoyed the nostalgic ambiance of Brick Alley Pub, and the food portion and pricing were reasonable. The chicken piccata was tender and delicious served over thin spaghetti. My husband's fish sandwich was thick, crispy and very good! Service was wonderful and fast. We look forward to visiting again. Parking is available in lots close by or walkable from hotels.“

“We loved our experience at White Horse, our waitress was fantastic. So accommodating and attentive. The food was spectacular, and the atmosphere was perfect for an intimate date night. The music wasn’t too loud, so we could actually have a conversation. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a fancy dinner while in Newport.“

“Ate here for the first time last night and it was amazing. Food was great, but the service was even better! Very friendly and accommodating.“

“Funky old dive bar turned into a pierogi palace. Saw it on dinners, drive ins and dives. Wide selection of perogies. Skip the potato and cheese (meh) and go with the more creative ones. Their homemade Kielbasa is great. If you get more than one kind make sure they mark what it is at least on take out.“

“Just finished great meal. Huge lobster roll, high quality kids chicken and big beefy kids burger. I had the fish n chips which was amazing! Old Bay fries and what had to be a whole Cod! The best part was Peter N. He was very informative, quick in serving the kids which lets Mom and Dad relax. Such a great day and great meal.“

“they have the best hotdogs. they remind me Tex Berry's in taunton on the green. had them almost everyday as a kid.“

“The Lobster Benny on the brunch menu was really delicious! The rich, creamy, and slightly acidic flavor of the hollandaise sauce combined perfectly with the savory and sweet flavors of the lobster.

The steak and eggs were also excellent. The garlic pan gravy took the dish to the next level.

Our table wasn’t ready until a little over ten minutes after our reservation time, so we hung out at the four-seat bar next to the host station for a bit.“

“Ate breakfast here after the Newport Half Marathon. It was good food, but even better, it seemed like a comfortable, local place with friendly staff. Very enjoyable breakfast!“

“Steph and the team at scratch were SUPERB! Our catering order was perfect (tho we were sad the croissant machine was down) every thing was piping hot (or nice an cool). Everything was SOOO good. Ordering was easy, Steph ensured we had a great variety and enough to feed the post-wedding crowd. We did have breakfast here and it was stellar! Any event you need catered, be sure to check Steph and the team out. You will, NOT be disappointed!“

“Such amazing flavors was a taste bud explosion! Definitely an under rated restaurant in Newport!“

“Friendly staff and delicious food/drinks. Highly recommended“

“love the food and drinks they were AMAZING ❤️❤️💯“

“TRAFFORDS TESTIMONIAL Perhaps once in a lifetime you find someplace really special for you and your spouse. Seven years ago we went to Trafford’s for the first time. What we remember about it was how it made us feel. Both of us work hard in our professions and to go out to dinner and find wonderful food, excellent and attentive wait staff, and relaxed environment simply made our day. We then came every month at least once mostly twice to enjoy the excellence and serenity at Trafford. Sadly we lost this when the fire occurred for several years. Then absolute joy when Trafford’s reopened and we found the same wonderful food, wonderful staff in a simply beautiful rebuilt building. The joy we felt and the absolute calm and serenity is all back for us. Recently we celebrated my 76th birthday at Trafford with my entire family. It was amazingly special for me and we had our special event upstairs with the entire place devoted to us . Chrissy our server did an awe inspiring service for us making it perhaps one of the most special birthdays I have ever had I have attached a picture of this special moment. I work in the computer software business doing quality assurance 10 hours every day. Being able to calm down and relax completely at Trafford’s is simply a joy for us. I will always be thankful for this the rest of my life Ugh Sincerely Nicholas McKinney“

“Beautiful spot to watch passing boats . Excellent meal . Swordfish was one of the best !“

“Every time I come up to this area- we make sure to get Harry’s for breakfast! The service is super fast - the restaurant has an old school diner feel while still being clean and well-maintained. Now the food?? Amazing. You cannot, absolutely cannot, miss their chicken Mozambique omelette with potatoes- I’m drooling just thinking about it honestly. Everyone does hype that up, yes, but other menu items are just as delicious - I particularly enjoy their French toast. Do yourself a favor and eat here.“

“We are sorry it took us so long to discover The Square Peg. Cozy, old colonial vibe, delicious fall sangria and scrumptious comfort food. Our first visit was a perfect complement to our day visiting farm stands and enjoying a beautiful October Saturday. A bonus is that the location could rival Salem in October minus the crowds. Just perfect. We loved the chili with sour cream, cheese and onions on top, the patty melt and the ahi tuna tacos. All were delicious and reasonably priced. We look forward to visiting many times.“

“Very pleasantly surprised! Great menu and service. We ate at the bar. The atmosphere is nice and low key. We can't wait to go back.“

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“Food is consistently amazing. I love the family atmosphere and the menu variety is excellent for a local business in this area.“

“The food was excellent and the service was great. Some of the other customers were very nice and respectful. Will definitely be going back. Excellent job“

“We came into town for lunch and it was perfect. The mussels were plump and seasoned very well with the broth. The broth wasn’t gritty at all but like garlicky silk. Tater tots were seasoned and delicious. My husband had the pastrami sandwich and said it’s the best he’s had which is saying a lot because he’s had Katz Deli in NYC. Service was warm and attentive. Definitely recommend.“

“great food and very nice people that own it....everything is fresh“

“We contracted Angles Kitchen to cater the reception following my father's memorial service. I got so many compliments on the food, and I know that several guests sought out John to complement him personally. The service was both professional and warm. We plan on using them again for two events this Summer. Full caveat; they'er a little laid-back, and their were a few times when I got nervous, but in the end...TOTAL professionals (did I mention that the food was prepared on-site?) I give Angels Kitchen my highest recommendation.“

“Always a perfect experience! Delicious food. Pleasant, professional, knowledgeable staff and amazing indoor and outdoor atmosphere. Love this place! ❤️“

“Came here for Mother’s Day and our table came complete with a picture of my family in a frame. What a nice touch! The food was delicious and our waitress was perfect. She knew exactly what we were going to need having two kids under 4 with us. This is my favorite place in Newport and they hit the mark yet again.“

“Always a good time! Great staff,food & atmosphere ❤️. My go to“

“They make the best chow mein sandwich since China Royal.“

“Five stars, every time. This place just feels right , great atmosphere, consistently amazing food, and the best staff. Everyone is welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind, which makes the whole experience even better. It’s the kind of spot where you’re remembered and made to feel at home. We keep coming back for the food and the people. Highly recommend.“

“I don't usually give reviews but the food and service were so good I have no choice after to many disappointing meals dining out lately. I have to say the 2 meals we ordered were absolutely delicious full of flavor and texture every bite was better then the last definitely fresh and chef inspired taste. (Harvest tortellini and risotto brisket )We 💯 will be returning to Barrett's waterfront in the hopes that the chef is consistent and creative because his dishes were amazing! Barrett's keep the chef ( Julian, I believe ) under your belt he is definitely an asset ! and our waiter Isaiah was great! another asset to your establishment :)“

“Stephanie was an exceptional bartender—easily one of the best servers we've ever had. She was incredibly knowledgeable about gluten-free options, which made a huge difference for us. Her attention to detail was impressive, from promptly changing out silverware between courses to keeping our drinks filled without us ever needing to ask. The food was outstanding! The carpaccio was the best we’ve had, and the gluten-free s’mores dessert was absolutely delicious—a perfect ending to the meal. The atmosphere had a great vibe with stunning views, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Thanks for preparing a fantastic New Years take out dinner. The shrimp Mozambique was outstanding. See you soon.“

“Food is excellent. Portion sizes are healthy. For example the veal parmesan with linguini feeds both me and my husband. I haven't tried anything as of yet that I didn't like. Everything is cooked fresh“

“great service from Happy people. also crushing on hostess that comes in around 4:30pm and great onion soup. just saying 😊“

“Food was delicious love the music 🎶“

“The food was amazing as always. I had the BBQ bird it was tender and juicy.“

“We’ve had a couple meals at the Helmway and they were delicious! The calamari is crispy and done just right, the harvest salad is excellent! The scallops were done to perfection…sweet and tender. The lobster risotto is excellent too! We had the cinnamon toast bread pudding…just wow!! The wine selection is just right! We’ll definitely go back and highly recommend the Helmway!! I couldn’t find a place to give it stars, but I would definitely give it 5 out of 5!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We always stop in when we are in Newport. The infused Woodford Reserve is always a hit. My wife loves the infused seltzers. Ethan is always fun.“

“I went to the Granite Grille today with my friend and my grandma. My son is in the Culinary Arts program, and we wanted to experience the restaurant, and it was excellent! The students who waited on us did a great job. My watermelon lemonade was delicous, and I forgot to grab a picture of the burger for the review because it looked so good that I got right on into eating it! The waiters did good checking in with us, and answering questions we had. The students and staff are doing an amazing job. It was an all-around great experience, and we will definitely be going back soon.“

“Great but! I don’t buy things like this usually but it’s easy to use at all of our favorite spots around town and is basically free after the first use. Highly recommend!“

“Beautiful spot to watch passing boats . Excellent meal . Swordfish was one of the best !“

“We came in Sunday evening for a small dinner and dessert and sat at the bar. The bartender was attentive and filled our drinks quickly. It was pretty empty when we got there but packed when we left. The food was AMAZING. We shared the short rib special and it was so good! For dessert we had the chocolate mousse and bread pudding which were also sooooo good! The restaurant itself was beautiful. Prices were reasonable. Would definitely dine here again!“

“Gorgeous hotel and beyond amazing staff and service .. just a wonderful time there“