Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in New Hampshire

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Hanover Street Chophouse

4.9

4.9 (3985)

$31 to $50

Steak

Manchester

About the restaurant

We are committed to serving food that will be creative, yet “classic,” service that will be impeccable but not intimidating, in an ambiance that will be elegant, yet comfortable and inviting, ensuring a dining experience that will be extraordinary and memorable!

Top review

Nancy

Dined 1 day ago

Great dinner and Birthday Celebration dessert! Lovely table and friendly server Catherine ❤️

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4.9

4.9 (757)

$31 to $50

American

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

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.

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Joevip

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful. We’re here for two weeks and will return 1-2x.

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Popular dish

Portsmouth Chowder

Popular dish

Seared Local Scallops

Ristorante Massimo

4.8

4.8 (2785)

$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**

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Linda

Dined 2 days ago

WE had an amazing time. Food was amazing. Service was outstanding.

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Popular dish

Kobe Beef Meatballs

Tinos

4.7

4.7 (931)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Hampton

About the restaurant

Tinos features a modern, ingredient driven menu inspired by the iconic flavors of the Mediterranean. Signatures include House-made Pasta, Wood-grilled Steaks + Chops, and Fresh Seafood; artfully prepared by their European Trained Chef.

Expert bartenders offer award-winning innovative cocktails, a curated wine list, and favorite local brews. Their bright, contemporary, and energetic ambience is the perfect back drop to enjoy their Friday night entertainment or a night out with friends.

You may choose to enjoy the outdoor patio which boasts built in heaters in the permanent roof, retractable weather screens, and a fire pit that seats 16 or dine inside and post up at their Chef's Table and watch their award winning culinary team prepare your meal for you.

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Denise

Dined 1 day ago

We had a delightful experience at Tino's last night. We shared the beef carpaccio, then each had one of the soups. I opted to have the spanakopita as my main meal, and husband got the cod. Everything was delicious - my husband is a very fussy diner and he raved about his dinner. I haven't heard him this enthusiastic about a meal for a long time. The portions were excellent. We both could have taken some home but it was so good we both finished (and even got dessert). Service was excellent. It was so pleasant to be in an environment where we could have a conversation and easily hear each other. We already plan to bring back friends as we all struggle with restaurants with noisy environments. We will actually be able to have conversations here. We highly recommend Tino's.

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4.6

4.6 (2387)

$31 to $50

American

Hampton

About the restaurant

Nothing beats an inviting dinner after a drive up the coast or a day on the shore. Indulge in a selection from our award-winning wine list, try a local beer on tap or a specialty cocktail.
CR's is a favorite stop to 'chill out' with friends!
It's where you want to be!

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John

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful wait staff Alieda and her assistants. Very attentive without being intrusive. Perfect timing for delivery if various courses.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor

4.6

4.6 (870)

$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.

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ConnieR

Dined on Sep 11, 2024

Absolutely wonderful Everything was made in house and tasted as good as it looks A very memorable experience Am only in NH once a year Have gone the past 3 years and will return next year. Can’t wait

Epoch Gastropub

4.5

4.5 (892)

$30 and under

American

Exeter

About the restaurant

Epoch Restaurant & Bar is built on the simple idea that superior, local ingredients will speak for themselves. In that spirit we take a modern approach to classic American dishes, sourcing the freshest sustainable foods in support of the region’s families.

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Lindsey

Dined on Aug 20, 2024

We enjoyed another great evening at the Epoch last night. The chicken sandwich was delicious. The service was great and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. Sean was our server and he was awesome! Had us laughing, was very attentive and made excellent recommendations. Can’t wait to go back again.

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Experience

Thank you Thursdays!

Experience

Toast to the Town Tuesdays!

Experience

Wine Down Wednesdays

Trenta

4.4

4.4 (44)

$31 to $50

American

Wolfeboro

About the restaurant

Perched on the shore of Rust Pond, Trenta’s restored barn setting, intimate dining room and convivial lounge complete with handcrafted copper bartop and fireside seating, harmonize for an atmosphere reminiscent of simpler times–a place to come only to enjoy.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 10, 2024

Food was fantastic, atmosphere was lovely..can’t wait to go again!

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Experience

1/2 off Wine Tuesdays

Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steak House

4.3

4.3 (610)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Manchester

About the restaurant

Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse takes pride in being out of the ordinary, promising that your meat will be brought hot to your table every time, never languishing in the kitchen. The offer an international lunch menu as well as a prix fixe menu, featuring not just famous Brazilian beef but sides like papa criolla, fried plantains, black beans and rice.

Whether you're planning on a family night out, or a romantic evening, it will be made that much better with Brazilian cuisine from

Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse. When you're looking for authentic Brazilian food, Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse is quite simply where you want to be.

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Lukevip

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

A very unique and fun dinner experience. Food was delicious and you get an insane amount of it if you want it. You have a card you flip that lets them know if you want more or not and you will not leave hungry. Waitstaff is also perfect.

1869 Room at The Wentworth

4.2

4.2 (1018)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Jackson

About the restaurant

Dining is available both on our outdoor patio, in our casual lounge and in our elegant dining room.
Chef Brian Gazda has been leading the team at The Wentworth for almost a decade and he and his team are loyal and dedicated to their cause. Sourcing from local producers is of utmost importance to Brian and freshness is a requirement. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please do not hesitate to ask as we are always willing to accommodate.
At this time we offer both our dinner menu and a more casual lounge menu and of course our fabulous breakfast every morning. The Alpine Lounge is open from 4pm-10pm daily. Food is offered in the lounge Sunday-Thursday 4pm-9pm and Saturdays & Sundays from 4pm-10pm. Please be aware that these menus can change at the last minute due to availability of certain foods during this time and we look at this as a good thing - there could always be something new on the menu!

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Mike

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and relaxing atmosphere. Cooked perfectly

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