Restaurant Reviews
Wouldn’t you like to know if a restaurant is good or bad before you go shelling out your hard earned money? Yeah, us too. So we’re trying ‘em it out for you and we’ll let you know what we thought. Have you been? Please leave a comment and share your experience with us. Soups on!
Restaurant Review: Lexie’s Joint
(wipes mouth with napkin) OMG. I’ve been wanting to try Lexie’s Joint, an upscale mostly-burger eatery, for some time…and now that I have, I fear I may spend my entire year’s salary while sitting atop a window-side bar stool eating …
10 Reasons Why We Love Screamers Café
On a recent visit to Screamers Café, the owner Leslie told me some shocking news…Screamers might be…gasp!…closing! Sounds the alarm bells! As parents, we’re always looking for a place where it’s ok for kids to be kids—and that’s Screamers. This …
Restaurant Review: Brown’s Lobster Pound
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy a seafood dinner near the beach! Brown’s Lobster Pound in Seabrook, NH is open year round and serves everything from boiled lobster to fried seafood. Similar to the popular …
Restaurant Review: Ruby Tuesday
I’m not usually a big fan of chain restaurants; however, once you have children, you may one day—all of a sudden—find yourself regularly chowing down on bread sticks in a restaurant located in close proximity to a mall or shopping center. …
Restaurant Review: Gilley’s (yep, Gilley’s)
I happened to be downtown the other day with my 4 ½ year old son and it was getting to be the lunchtime hour. I didn’t have a ton of time so I started mentally zig-zagging Market Square trying to …
Restaurant Review: 401 Tavern
You may have never heard of 401 Tavern, but you may remember the long-standing Hampton eatery called Widow Fletcher’s. About a year ago, new owners took over this space on Route 1 in downtown Hampton and gave it a bit …
Restaurant Review: Roundabout Diner & Lounge
I’d been wanting to try the Roundabout Diner, opened by the owners of The Muddy River, ever since they hoisted that cool, retro sign that can be seen from all corners of the Portsmouth Traffic Circle. It’s casual atmosphere seemed …
Restaurant Review: Lobster In The Rough
Despite the name, there’s nothing rough or lacking about this place. Owned and operated by the Weathervane Restaurants, this a quintessential summertime eatery where you can enjoy both the local seafood and seaside ambience. I’m a sucker for dining alongside …
Fresh Local
Here’s a hidden gem on the seacoast for ya! Serving only breakfast and lunch (or brunch!), this seaside restaurant is perfect for weekend grub. Located at the Great Bay Marina in Newington, this small indoor/outdoor café serves up the freshest …
Restaurant Review: Café Nostimo
A couple of weeks ago, my kids had just finished up their Wednesday night swim lesson and I was trying to think of somewhere to could grab dinner. They were begging to go to McDonald’s Playland (again) but I can …
Restaurant Review: The Airfield Cafe
Did you know that there’s an airport in North Hampton? Better yet, did you know there’s an adjacent restaurant where you can grab a meal and be at the center of all the action? Come fly with me! The VibeThe …
Restaurant Review: Newick’s
Newick’s is a local seafood institution. Everybody has been here, at least once. But summer is around the corner and there’s no better season to visit this family-owned restaurant for a good ol’ seafood extravaganza. The VibeThe outside of Newick’s …
Restaurant Review: Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse
My extended family absolutely looooves this place. It’s a standard for birthdays (not mine) and other special occasion family gatherings. Really? Ugh. But the more people I ask, the more I realize I’m in a slim minority of the population …
Restaurant Review: The Barking Dog. Come. Sit. Stay.
It’s been a while since I’ve visited downtown Amesbury and I forgot how absolutely adorable it is! The Powow River runs through the center of this quaint Massachusetts town and is home to many great restaurants, cafes, shops and ice …
Restaurant Review: Me & Ollie’s Bakery and Cafe
I’m always looking for a great place where I can take my kids for a bite to eat and relax. Me & Ollie’s is one of the best hangout cafés around with economical eats and a casual, laid-back atmosphere. Grab …
Restaurant Review: Michael’s Harborside
Michael’s Harborside is one of those restaurants I’ve been to several times before, but never considered it a “family” place. That is until one day, I saw this dad come in with his four kids (all under 10!) for lunch. …
Restaurant Review: Mainiax Cafe
I think my kids and I are here to eat lunch. My kids know we’re here to eat the roast-on-your-table S’mores that we keep hearing about, and they’re clever enough to placate me with promises of eating a proper meal …
Restaurant Review: Robert’s Maine Grill
Today is a special day. My best girl and I are headed out for a Mommy-Daughter excursion and we’re pulling out all the stops. A little lunch, a little shopping, maybe even a mini-manicure. You know, girl stuff. We decide …
The Weathervane
I love an excuse to eat fried seafood. Well, let’s be honest, anything fried is good. But, fried seafood takes the cake. This week, SKC visits a local favorite, The Weathervane Restaurant to road-test it on some finicky diners…my family. …
Rainforest Café
I love to eat out. Back in the day, I would get all fancy and go someplace swell with my hubby. We’d go to the coolest, hippest new restaurants in town and hailed ourselves as experienced diners, experts in fine fare…then …
Kelley’s Row
“Kelley’s Row…isn’t that place a bar?” I would get asked when I mentioned the location of our next restaurant review. I hadn’t checked out the Dover nightlife in some time, so I honestly I had no idea if it was …
Loco Coco’s Tacos
I don’t think I’m alone in loving Mexican food. It’s kind of like pizza, everyone likes it. So I was pretty excited when SKC readers recommended adding Loco Coco’s Tacos in Kittery, Maine to our restaurant review list. I have …
Not Your Average Joe’s
This restaurant has been on my to-do-list for a while now. And although I haven’t been in years, I’ve wanted to return because I have very fond memories of gleefully indulging on the focaccia bread and this ridiculously good oil/parmesan/red …
Fast Eddies Diner
This quintessential 50’s diner has it all— delicious, home-cooked food, juke box music and that nostalgic slick chrome and red patent leather décor. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but many families happen to love the kid’s Mouse …
Silver Moon Crepêrie
We’ve been hearing rave reviews of Silver Moon Crepêrie in Dover for some time now and decided it was time to get our crepe on. This cozy restaurant (formerly Jake’s) is perfectly casual and comfortable. On the menu? Crepes. Every …
Popovers on the Square
8 Congress Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 431-1119http://www.popoversonthesquare.com Looking for the *perfect* spot to take a break from shopping or sightseeing in downtown Portsmouth? Popovers on the Square has it all, any time of day. Starting with a delicious and gourmet …
North Beach Bar & Grill
931 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton NH(603) 967-4884http://www.northbeachbar.com Bring the family down to the beach for breakfast, lunch or dinner at this cozy restaurant and surfer’s retreat. The super friendly staff serves up delicious beach fare and the kids are always satisfied with …
Flatbread Company
138 Congress Street, Portsmouth (603) 436-78885 Market Square, Amesbury MA (978)-834-9800www.flatbreadcompany.com/ There’s so much about Flatbread Company to feel good about. First of all, everything is prepared fresh and made with all local and organic products. Secondly, they make it …
Margarita’s Mexican Cantina
775 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth (603) 431-582893 Portsmouth Ave, Exeter (603) 772-227423 Members Way, Dover (603) 743-6363www.margs.com With a great kids menu at $3.99, this place is perfect for family night any day of the week. The atmosphere is festively Mexican, …
La Festa Brick & Brew Pizzeria
Although this isn’t a “traditional” kids’ restaurant, tons of Dover residents have sang its praises to SKC. First of all, the food is absolutely delicious. The offer both the thin crust and deep dish pizza variety, all cooked in their …
Muddy River Smoke House
21 Congress Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 430-9582http://www.muddyriver.com/mrs_home.cfmKitchen Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:00am – 9:00pm and open Friday and Saturday until 10:30pm Hitting this place up for lunch or a weekday dinner is perfect for families. It’s never too busy and …
