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Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of PastAmore restaurant
4.9
4.9 (297)
$30 and under
Italian
Amherst
About the restaurant
PastAmore is a restaurant serving Italian cuisine, deserts and salads. The restaurant takes reservations, offers take-outs and also provides catering services. The normal attire here is casual, with the ambience being classy, and the noise level has been rated as quiet during peak hours. It is a good place to visit with kids or large groups for dinner and there is also a private parking lot with bike parking and wheelchair accessibility here as well. PastAmore has a full alcohol bar and the interior of the restaurant is trendy and spacious.

The menu at PastAmore consists of Italian classic dishes such as the Veal Saltimboca, pasta, pizzas, and spaghetti. The restaurant was established in 2001 and the waiting staff is extremely friendly, and efficient in taking orders.

Top review
CraigVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Great service, great food, but it is a little on the loud side but not horrible.
A photo of The Carriage House restaurant
4.9
4.9 (887)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Rye
About the restaurant
The Carriage House, an oceanfront, modern New England restaurant and raw bar, is open at 2263 Ocean Boulevard on scenic Rye Beach, New Hampshire. Committed to honoring the restaurant’s rich traditions rooted in hospitality. Join us for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, sip a cocktail by our working fireplace, or take in the ocean views!
Top review
ThomasVIP
Dined 7 days ago
Service is always excellent and very accommodating
A photo of Tavern in the Square - Salem restaurant
4.6
4.6 (45)
$30 and under
American
Salem
About the restaurant
## Tavern in the Square: Where Flavor Meets Fun Step into a world of vibrant energy and delicious eats at Tavern in the Square. Our stylish ambiance and welcoming atmosphere set the stage for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're catching up with friends over drinks, enjoying a family dinner, or cheering on your favorite team, we've got something for everyone. Our menu boasts a diverse selection of dishes, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From our signature Bayou Chicken Pasta to our mouthwatering Bang Bang Broccoli, we cater to every taste bud. We also offer a wide array of gluten-friendly and allergy-conscious options, ensuring everyone can enjoy a delicious meal. But Tavern in the Square is more than just food. It's a place to connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories. Our state-of-the-art televisions and lively bar scene make it the perfect spot to catch the game or unwind after a long day. And with our spacious patio, you can soak up the sunshine while enjoying your favorite dish. So come on down to Tavern in the Square and experience the perfect blend of flavor and fun. We can't wait to welcome you!
Top review
Donna
Dined 2 days ago
We ordered 3 apps and they were amazing! The 2 of us couldn’t finish them but hubby was happy that I brought him home leftovers! Great service, lovely atmosphere. Only problem was a shade was broken and the sun ended up straight in my daughter’s eyes. The manager never came over, even after w3 asked our server to tell him, but our server eventually had us move to the next table. Problem served. Great lunch.
A photo of Cotton restaurant
4.9
4.9 (4777)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Manchester
About the restaurant
Cotton features the cooking of award-winning chef/author/owner Jeffrey Paige. Located in Manchester's Historic Millyard District, Cotton is known for exceptional farm to table comfort food, friendly yet professional service, and an inviting, casual upscale atmosphere. It's the place the New York Times calls hip, named one of the best neighborhood restaurants in the Northeast by Bon Appetit Magazine and holds the distinct honor of Best Martinis in New Hampshire year after year by NH Magazine and The Union Leader.

RESERVATIONS:
Patio dining is available April through October. To request a patio table please note this when you make your reservation. Weather permitting, we will call early afternoon the day of your reservation to confirm if patio seating is available. We cannot guarantee specific seating at this time but we always do our best.

Top review
brian
Dined today
No bad news equals good news, right? It was a nice little cozy restaurant. The staff were super nice. The food was good. The service was good. Two thumbs up from this customer.
A photo of Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor restaurant
4.9
4.9 (900)
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea
Dover
About the restaurant
Serving Luncheon and High Tea, from soups, quiches, sandwiches, and salads to the fancy 3-tiered "Duchess" featuring delectable mini-sandwiches, scones w/Devonshire cream & lemon curd, finished with petite fours - for a full menu please see our website - you can reserve from there as well. Come enjoy our relaxing atmosphere in our beautiful 1871 Victorian Bed & Breakfast in historic Dover, NH. We also sell gift certificates, tea pots & accessories, over 30 flavors of loose leaf tea, tea wallets and cozies plus jewelry and other fine gifts! Reservations are preferred to be able to offer optimum service and availability.
Top review
Greg
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Going for the Wizard of Oz themed tea was a wonder. Everything was so well done, from the ambience, to the Wizard of Oz themed tea service itself. Highest recommendation, we go there once or twice a year.
A photo of Cure Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1349)
$31 to $50
American
Portsmouth
About the restaurant
Cure is located at the corner of State and Penhallow Streets in historic downtown Portsmouth, NH. We are within walking distance of Prescott Park, Strawberry Bank, Seacoast Repertory Theatre and Portsmouth Music Hall.
Our restaurant offers American Bistro cuisine, in a fine dining environment, at affordable prices. Cure is a great place for friends to meet, business functions, and romantic dining .

Top review
NancyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We love this restaurant! Just a special dining experience. Top shelf!!
A photo of Ristorante Massimo restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2857)
$31 to $50
Italian
Portsmouth
About the restaurant
Please Note: Online Reservations are for our Main indoor dining room ONLY. Please call us directly for WIne Bar options at 603.436.4000. We reserve the right to charge $20.00 per person cancelation fee, please call us by 12:00p.m.. the day of your reservation to avoid possible cancelation fees.~~~~~~ Nestled like a hidden jewel in historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Massimo's warmly lit brick and stone grotto walls, fresh flowers and oil paintings of magnificent Italian landscapes transports guests to Florence, Rome and Venice. Guests relax in a richly appointed atmosphere beneath mahogany-beamed ceilings and private parties unwind in their own intimate dining room. Ristorante Massimo offers authentic dishes from all regions of Italy. From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, our executive chef creates each dish with a distinctive, refined touch as found in some of the world's most celebrated restaurants. **limited dining room availability offered online**

Top review
zoe
Dined 4 days ago
We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner experience at Massimo’s!
A photo of La Maison Navarre restaurant
4.9
4.9 (185)
$30 and under
French
Portsmouth
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of Portsmouth near the Music Hall and Jimmys Jazz Club.
MN Wine Bar at the Mezzanine offers a casual chic French experience : drink wine selected with care, cold cuts, pâtés and cheeses from France, and spend a beautiful moment as if you were in the middle of Paris.
Our Menu changes with the season and is made with care by our Chef with local and imported product.

Dinner Signature dish include make your own boards of cheeses and charcuterie, Steak Frites, Halibut and Ratatouille, Coq au Vin, Duck Confit, Raclette, Tartiflette, Crepe Suzette, Mousse au Chocolat, Profiterole,...

Brunch Signature dish include Cocottes, Tartine, Sweet Waffles, Savory Waffles, Omelette, Pain Perdu, Oeuf à la Coque, Panier de Viennoiserie, ....



Top review
PatrickVIP
Dined 5 days ago
This place is a real little gem! The food was great and the quiet location in the loft at the back of the shop was a real surprise. They only seat about 20 people and there’s only one chef doing the cooking so it isn’t a spot for a quick bite. If you’re going to a show at the Music Hall across the street, be sure to tell them up front. Plan extra time for a slow-paced relaxing experience but definitely go. Can’t wait to return.
A photo of The Common Man Roadside – Millyard restaurant
4.6
4.6 (143)
$30 and under
American
Manchester
About the restaurant
Welcome to The Common Man Roadside – Millyard!

This new location brings real food, real fast to the TRU by Hilton in Manchester's Millyard. Dine in our full service restaurant or order online and take it to go from our cafe. We will be featuring our Roadside menu with a twist on some dinner favorites.




Top review
Lena
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Food was excellent. Our waitress was very attentive.
A photo of Tinos restaurant
4.9
4.9 (978)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Hampton
About the restaurant
Located in Hampton, NH, brings Mediterranean flavors to the Seacoast. Our menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients with house-made pasta, wood-grilled steaks, and locally sourced seafood.

The bar features handcrafted cocktails, an expertly chosen wine list, and local brews. Whether you're out for a casual night or an elevated meal, Tinos offers a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy our warm, contemporary dining room or relax on the four-season patio with heaters, retractable screens, and a fire pit.

For a unique experience, try our Chef’s Table and enjoy a custom, multi-course meal prepared just for you.

Top review
Ronna
Dined 3 days ago
TJ was an excellent server and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal.
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