Best Family Style Restaurants in York Harbor

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPizzeriaTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Portsmouth and Merrimack ValleySouthern Coast

Neighborhoods

OgunquitPortsmouth

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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All dining options

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Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

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A photo of The Tiller Restaurant at Cliff House restaurant

1. The Tiller Restaurant at Cliff House

4.8

Exceptional(1203)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ogunquit

Booked 78 times today

*Please note: We do not accept parties larger than 8 in our main dining room (10 in our private dining room).Rediscover Maine dining. Native ingredients honor Maine’s indelible heritage. By partnering with local fisherman, farmers, distillers, and ranchers, The Tiller Restaurant combines the region’s distinctive culture and tradition with culinary innovation and sustainable practices for authentic and nuanced dining experiences. Upscale contemporary design meets with charming rustic elements, combined with a bright and inviting dining destination surrounded by ocean views suspended over the cliffs. Seasonal breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus are prepared with farm-fresh local produce, line-caught fish, hand cut meats, and homemade recipes passed down from generation to generation.During the month of August, the restaurant will have limited availability for non-resort guests.

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2. Ristorante Massimo

4.9

Exceptional(2960)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Portsmouth

Booked 21 times today

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**

A photo of Rooftop at The Envio restaurant

3. Rooftop at The Envio

4.3

Awesome(473)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Portsmouth

Booked 26 times today

INDOOR & OUTDOOR dining experiencePerched high above the AC Hotel Portsmouth you will find Rooftop at The Envio, Portsmouth’s newest restaurant and bar offering panoramic views of the Piscataqua River and the iconic bridges that cross it. The Rooftop is a casually sophisticated indoor/outdoor sanctuary offering a modern menu of locally sourced ingredients fresh from the farm and sea.Dine on shareable plates and sip handcrafted cocktails while watching the tide of the river shift and the sunset in the distance. Savor a new vantage point to experience Portsmouth.

A photo of Toscana Chop House restaurant

4. Toscana Chop House

4.7

Exceptional(1599)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Portsmouth

Booked 37 times today

Toscana Italian Chophouse & Wine Bar, a steakhouse concept that will be built around signature chops, incredible sides, and of course many of the Italian favorites that customers have come to love from Tuscan Kitchen.

5. The Puddle Dock

4.8

Exceptional(973)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

Booked 22 times today

Located on the grounds of Strawbery Banke Museum in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, The Puddle Dock Restaurant proudly offers Modern Colonial feel and fare! Led by esteemed Executive Chef Derek Clough, the Puddle Dock Restaurant will take you back to Colonial America featuring English and American favorites, then snap you back to the present with our modern twists. Chef Derek takes great pride in growing a lot of our vegetables, foraging our mushrooms, and presenting beauty for your palate. His care is evidence in some of our best-loved dishes, Yorkshire Pudding, Portuguese Salted Cod, Pan-Roasted Duck Breast, and our signature Hoe Cake. Be sure to save room for dessert! All our desserts are made in house - Cinnamon Rum Breading, Dark Chocolate Pudding, and Posset are among the favorites!Enjoy the ambience of our historic exposed beam building, once a general store offering penny candy, or enjoy our front and rear patios for dinner in the open air.

6. Clay Hill Farm

4.5

Awesome(2688)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Ogunquit

Booked 39 times today

Originally built in 1780 as a working farm, Clay Hill Farm is a classically renovated restaurant and special occasion venue nestled amidst 10 private acres of rolling lawns, protected woodlands, and colorful gardens. The first restaurant in the country to be certified as a wildlife habitat and bird sanctuary, Clay Hill Farm is passionate about locally-sourced food and the natural beauty of Maine. Live music nightly. Award-winning food & service. Seasonal live theater and themed events. Picture-perfect rehearsal dinners & welcome parties. Corporate dinners and private parties.

A photo of Jonathan's - Ogunquit restaurant

7. Jonathan's - Ogunquit

4.6

Exceptional(3508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Ogunquit

Booked 47 times today

With over 49 years in business serving the local and traveling public fresh, local cuisine in a casual yet elegant atmosphere.If you are searching for the perfect place to indulge in an elegant yet comfortably casual dining experience look no further. Jonathan's Restaurant impresses in every way making it the perfect destination for any special occasion. Jonathan's Restaurant is Ogunquit's premiere destination for local cuisine and impeccable service. Accented by soft lighting and elegant décor, Jonathan's Restaurant aims to please and succeeds in doing so. The professional staff caters to its guests'; every need making sure not to cut corners and only offering the finest, highest quality ingredients. The menu is vast and eclectic showcasing an impressive selection of upscale New England specialties.

8. Two-Fifty Market

3.9

Excellent(168)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

Booked 1 time today

Two-Fifty Market is a one of a kind dining experience located in the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel inspired by local ingredients and the culinary expertise of our professional team. Two-Fifty Market provides our guests with an authentic Portsmouth dining experience in the heart of the city.Our food is made with local ingredients, and our restaurant has really transformed into a place where families, businesses associates, and friends can gather and enjoy the experience. The menu offerings include Award Winning Clam Chowder, shareable delights, locally inspired entrees and other seasonally inspired dishes.

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9. Napoletana Pizzeria and Bar

4.3

Awesome(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Portsmouth

Booked 11 times today

Right in the heart of Market Square, featuring Neapolitan style pizza, artisan Italian dishes and craft cocktails, our dining room and bar provide the setting for a unique and memorable experience

A photo of Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club restaurant

10. Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club

4.7

Exceptional(125)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

$65 before tax and gratuity, excluding holiday buffets.Includes entertainment, buffet and all coffee, tea, juice and soft drinks.Alcoholic beverages are not included in this price.Children 12 and under are $25 plus tax and gratuity, children under 3 will not be charged.Open Seating from 10AM – 1:00PBop over to Jimmy’s for coffee, cocktails/mimosas and culinary delights – plus generous helpings of culture and great conversation. And when you do, be sure to prepare yourself for a special experience here at 135 Congress Street – a landmark 1905 meeting hall lovingly restored to serve our community as a world-class center for the arts and an intimate space to savor extraordinary sounds & tantalizing flavors.*Pricing and times are subject to change depending on the concert schedule and holidays.

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Elizabeth
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love dining at Toscana to celebrate our wedding anniversary every year and this year was as good as ever. Steven made several great recommendations for my husband and was amazing throughout the visit. The food was delicious as always, as were the drinks. We look forward to our next visit!
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Toscana Chop HousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Portsmouth
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4.7
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GarrettVIP
Greater Boston •181 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Tiller has a nice mix of breakfast and lunch items on the brunch menu. Stir it up with good service and an unbeatable view and it's a winner for sure!
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The Tiller Restaurant at Cliff HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Ogunquit
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4.8
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Rachael
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent location with parking - food was amazing, everything from appetizers to dessert. Everyone was kind and friendly, great service.
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The Puddle DockPrice: Expensive• American• Portsmouth
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4.8
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Pat
1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
Incredible service. Amazing food. Overall fantastic night
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Ristorante MassimoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Portsmouth
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4.9
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Kathryn
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 18, 2025
Food was great. Noise level inside not so good but we ate outside and it was perfect. Service was excellent
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Rooftop at The EnvioPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Portsmouth
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4.3

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