50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Portsmouth

“I only ever write reviews when credit is truly due—and that’s this place right here. Carly and Sean are the kindest people, and the entire staff is absolutely amazing. We always feel like family the moment we walk in. Whenever we’re trying to figure out date night, 15 Point Rd is our go-to spot. I’ve never had a bad meal here, and we always end up meeting the best people and making great memories. You will not be disappointed!!“

“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!“

“I have had breakfast here w/ a group of HS graduate friends on numerous occasions.. The food was always good, and in spite of the variations ordered, delicious, hot, and served all at the same time. Waitresses were always pleasant, polite and good humored. (Image the ribbing they took from 6 to 10 older men! Friday, 3/15/24 ,my wife, my sister, my nephew and I had the dinner special for 2. Each :Cup of Chowder, 2 Clam Cakes, Fries, and Fish. EXCELLENT in every sense of the word and good portions! ( I also managed to consume a HUGE Strawberry Shortcake! ) I cannot praise enough the quality of the meal, service, and reasonable price. You owe yourself a trip and meal at this“

“We order about once a week. Best Chinese food 🥘“

“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.“

“This place is a solid go-to for classic American food done right. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. Fridays are an absolute win because of the $1 raw bar—great quality oysters at that price are hard to beat, and they were super fresh. What really made the experience stand out, though, was our server Mercy. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. You can tell she genuinely cares about great service. Between the food, the Friday raw bar deal, and Mercy’s top-notch service, this spot is definitely worth coming back to.“

“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!“

“I had the blackened shrimp on a bed of chicken Alfredo pasta with cherry tomatoes and it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had, it was a special that night and recommended by our waiter and I’m so glad I ordered it, now I would love to have the recipe since I’m from Indiana and may not ever make it back to RI anytime soon, everything else we ordered was fantastic, great food, great staff, I highly recommend this place if your in the area.“

“I had a birthday celebration at this restaurant. We sat near the cozy fireplace on a chilly night. The cheeseboard (varied cheeses, focaccia bread, honey, blackberries, nuts, jam, greens) and Pt. Judith calamari were beautifully presented. Excellent bottle of Pinot Grigio from Tuscany, Italy added to food, Staff was very accomodating. I enjoyed mussels, scallops, little necks over pasta in scampi sauce. Others had the salmon as well as the bolognese. It's a very roomy, quiet setting near the water. Staff came out to sing happy birthday with a luscious ice cream dessert with a candle on top. I was pleasantly surprised. We will return to this place for sure!“

“Excelente! Recomendo!“

“The food and atmosphere here is amazing! Almost outshining the views. The staff is top notch and always works with the customer in mind.“

“Delicious food and excellent customer service in family friendly atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating!!👍👍👍👍👍“

“love this place“

“Spent a few weeks in Tiverton. Had great experience with the dad and daughter team which keep the business running. Honest, knowledgeable and caring. Please see the halibut and swordfish dishes I cooked up. Great job. Make a visit. PhilG.“

“Great options for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a cocktail and appetizer. Johnny’s is an ideal location. The Patio has an awesome view. The employees are wonderful and make everyone feel like family. Entertainment on Weekend nights. Free parking…. I can’t say enough!“

“nice atmosphere. fresh raw bar I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT. SMALL SERVINGS & PRICEY. Current menu not online.. checked several sites and each had a different menu.“

“The best little wicket pub with such an atmosphere and a great bartender. Was there on a Wednesday afternoon got some GF tots and my daughter for the country tots and the husband for oysters and some top shelf whiskey! So much fun and some really great people. Can wait to head back!!!!“

“The atmosphere,food staff everything is as it should be .There is one small complaint when you get a bottle of wine,the staff has to let you taste the wine before pouring it into you glass but that doesn't diminish my rating

Thank you and see you again...“

“We were here visiting and found this little place outside Newport and it was amazing! We had two lobsters and steamers the servers were great. It's very laid-back fun atmosphere.!! Definitely five stars!!“

“Hands down best Lobster roll I have had. $27 for 2 lobster rolls and fries and they don't skimp on the lobster... The lobster is cooked perfectly and bun so soft yet toasted and buttered just the right amount... Been in Newport for 2 days and already had it twice... My wife and 5 year old daughter absolutely love it too!!! Keep up the amazing quality!!“

“**MY EXPERIENCE**

Bristol's energy was palpable as we discovered a hidden treasure—a bustling fish market smack dab by the docks. The salty air was alive with anticipation, each breath a promise of fresh delights. We grabbed a sandwich, and what a revelation it was! The fish hit the spot with such freshness. This local favorite was a culinary masterpiece, lovingly crafted from the very boats that braved the sea for the freshest catches.

Watching the fishermen at work , The atmosphere buzzed with life, drawing us deeper into Bristol’s vibrant pulse. It wasn’t just a meal—it was a dive into local life, a snapshot of raw energy that defines this city.

Service was good as we ordered and sat outside , this is a small building . We left satisfied and truly in love with this slice of Bristol paradise. This is where the adventure truly kicks off. I will be back!

**HISTORY & CONTEXT**

Quito's restaurant Nestled in the harbor waterway this eatery embodies the region's rich maritime heritage. Fishing here isn't just a job; it's a way of life. Local fishermen have long depended on these waters to provide the freshest ingredients, ensuring every dish tells a story of the sea's bounty and the community's resilience.“

“Honestly a great cozy breakfast spot right at the bottom of the hotel which makes it super convenient if your trying to get something to eat either first thing in the morning or at the end of your night, the food is also super good so you can't go wrong with anything you pick!“

“We hosted our daughter’s first birthday at Portside Tavern, and it was truly the best experience from start to finish. The event space was spacious, clean, and perfect for a private celebration. Set-up was easy, the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, and the food was excellent. A special shout-out to Caroline, who was wonderful to work with and made the entire process seamless and stress-free. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue and would highly recommend Portside Tavern for any private event. We’ll absolutely be back!“

“Great food. second time we came. first time we had the Lobster BLT. This time I had the scallop and clam dinner. Both times excellent. Cheesecake could definitely be better.... I know a guy“

“Nice place to have a drink and and snack. The outside seating is great, and Emily is a very pleasant server.“

“This was the BEST RESTAURANT we went to in Newport!! All of the seafood dishes were excellent, fresh and tasty. If you’ve ever been to the famous Oyster Bar in Grand Central station, this place is just as good. Definitely NYC prices for oysters $3.50/ oyster but that seemed to be the average price for a lot of the places in Newport.

The scallops were extremely fresh, sweet and perfectly cooked. Also highly recommend the linguine pasta with calms, along with the lobster bisque. The bisque has HUGE pieces of lobster and was the perfect appetizer. For drinks and dessert, recommend the mojito and the chocolate mouse.

This place is definitely worth the trip to Newport!!“

“Best shrimp plate I have ever had! Highly recommended!“

“Great food and friendly service. Beautiful location.“

“Salmon and ribs were delicious. Service was friendly but slow. Thankfully we went early on a Saturday night.“

“We ordered the warm lobster roll and the shrimp scampi with linguine. The lobster roll was good but the portion was small for the price. The shrimp scampi was tasty. Service was efficient. The restaurant has great ambience. There were both bar and table seatings.“

“Went here for a quick bite and to also try out their lobster rolls. Was not really disappointed. The lobster roll could have been a bit better and with more lobster in it, considering the price you par for the lobster rolls. Also had a slice of pizza and it was very good.“

“I had an opportunity to sit at the oyster bar over the weekend and I was amazed at how clean Tyler kept his area. His customer service was incredible and he really goes above and beyond. I would definitely come back after the great experience I had!“

“Very friendly servers.Good food.higly recommended.“

“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.“

“Delicious fish and chips! I went yesterday the kid taking my order was super friendly! The fish and chips are so delicious definitely coming back thank you“

“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place!! Amazing, delicious, fresh, 100% original and homemade Thai/Japanese food!!! Completely blew my expectations away when I first tried it! My first time having their food I had no clue how good it was going to be, the flavor was incredible and the food was freshly prepared and properly cooked!! The place is clean, and the staff are very friendly and kind and hardworking people! They make all their food cooked to order and guarantee that it is freshly made! I’m so happy I took the chance to try this food because it was so tasty and delicious and I ate every bite! I got the Katsu Poke Bowl and let me tell you it’s delicious and a must try if you’ve never had Umami’s food before! Whatever the recipe for this chicken is it’s perfect! The chicken is perfectly cooked perfectly and lightly breaded and the food it comes with is healthy and clean and fresh! I was seriously impressed and I’m thinking about calling in an order again as I write this because the food was that good! Most Asian Cuisine places are just a run of the mill Chinese or Japanese food spot but not this place!! This place has a variety of different types of authentic homemade Asian dishes and they are all properly and generously portioned and cooked and taste delicious! Thank you guys so much for your dedication to making good food and nonetheless HOMEMADE food in a world where everything is super processed and unhealthy, you guys definitely stand out!“

“Delicious food, great service and I highly recommend.“

“Always a great experience at The Lobster Pot!“

“My first experience here. I have to say the service (Megan) was amazing! She knew everything on the menu and then some. Was an excellent Bartender . The portions were BIG and delicious. I highly recommend. You will not be disappointed“

“Spectacular dining experience between the service, Sarah and Olivia were phenomenal! The food, the scratch made fettuccine was perfectly cooked and coated with the hearty bolognese full of flavor, the eggplant app was mouthwatering and the Gorgonzola dip w/ garlic bread was incredible- they should bottle the stuff! The atmosphere was inviting and full of locals who were eager to share their recommendations! 10/10 will be back!“

“Really good Lobster Bisque soap purchased from a local supermarket here in NE PA. Backstory. I attended Endicott College back in the day and remembered sitting on rocks in Rockport with bunch of friends, enjoying the fresh, local seafood. 🍤 I recently noticed this brand while shopping and although pricey, I decided to try it for lunch today. The boil bag was easy peasy, enough for two bowls and like I mentioned to poster below, I purchased some RANA lobster ravioli that were void of any indication of lobster, although it was listed as second ingredient on packaging. I combined the two. What a delight with great flavor, thick broth and satisfying product. It’s what I purchased when your New England establishment is a distance away. It’s next best thing! 😋🦞“

“Amazing in every way, I’ve been delivering here working for UPS for awhile and decided it was time to check it out. Bluewater did not disappoint and delivered one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had! Can’t wait to go back!!! Five STARS ⭐️“

“Flos is always the first stop when we get into town. Chris the bar tender always serves up great food and great service! Clam cakes and chowder are always a must have.“

“Dined at one of the igloos they have set up on the wharf and it was beautiful and cozy inside with lovely views of the Newport Bridge. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect for celebrating a winter night. Shout out to the staff, who went above and beyond to accommodate our requests and made the whole experience perfect.“

“50 PEOPLE ..Went for funeral lunch.It was set up buffet style in a big room with a bar overlooking a nice green lawn and a pond ... we had eggs bacon ,frenchtoast, seasoned potatoes, chicken with holidays sause, baked fish , ham an corn , various muffins and juices .. everything went very well the food was very good .. THEN WHY THE 4 STARS AN NOT 5 YOU MAY ASK .. ??? THE INTIOR OF THE BUILDING NEEDS A LITTLE UP KEEP FRESH COAT OF PAINT .BUT ILL TAKE THAT AN THE FOOD BE GOOD.. THEN IT LOOK NICE AN THE FOOD SUCK . ?. ENJOY WE DID ?“

“Mori Sushi is a wonderful experience. Chef Choi and Kim are warm and welcoming. The staff is very attentive. The sushi and sashimi dishes are works of art. The quality of the food is the best. We love going there and are delighted they have greater dining capacity to share their talent! Congratulations on the new location up in Bellevue Gardens! See you again soon!“

“What a great restaurant. The onion soup is world-class, as was the Steak Frites. Great drink selection. We had the Grenache red wine and were very impressed. The warm bread and olives is a must order and outstanding value. Can't say enough good things about our meal and experience at Le Central.“

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

“5 stars everytime! Between the food & customer service even through a 3rd party food delivery service. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“