The Daruma drink was very tasty. Not sweet but also not sour, somewhere in the middle…read more We started with the avocado salad, has cucumbers in it too. Very refreshing. Not spicy. Then we got the fried chicken. That was excellent! So crispy! We both got the Tori-Paitan Ramen, it was so good. The marinated soft boiled egg might have been the start of the show though. Great food and atmosphere. The server was very kind. We will be back!

4.5 stars! I've been hoping for a ramen spot in downtown Portsmouth for a while, so I'm thrilled…read morethis place finally opened. It's a great addition, the atmosphere is lively and youthful, and it would be good for groups (just note they don't take reservations yet). The ramen was delicious, with a rich, flavorful broth. They give you a generous amount of noodles and pork belly, enough to feel satisfied without being overwhelming. While I wouldn't come here solely for the yakitori due to the price, the ramen is absolutely worth the $20. What would have made this a five-star experience are a couple small details: The cabbage salad (Kyabetsu) would benefit from being shredded more traditionally- the larger pieces were a bit bitter and less enjoyable. Also, please please PLEASEE cut the egg in half before adding it to the ramen!!! Trying to break it into bite-sized pieces with chopsticks is awkward. It's the little things that really elevate the experience. All in all, I'd highly recommend this spot on a cold winter night. Hoping you're around for a long time!

Probably the most unique and tasty cocktails on the Seacoast, but don't go there because it's a…read moresmall space and I want to make sure I have a seat when I go back. The bartenders and wait staff know what they are doing. Superb!

This bar is a great local bar in Kittery which is a sister property to Anju noodles bar. They're…read moreactually connected to each other. It's a casual and cozy vibe. The cocktail menu is extensive and the bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly. We tried several of the gin and mezcal cocktails and enjoyed all of them. Seating is limited so not great for large groups but great for couples or groups of 4 or less.

Great place. Great scotch and bourbon selection. Eric and James were great. Nonstop running around…read morewith great service. Eric's music Playlist was fantastic. We stayed till close thanks to them.

Great cigar bar, Eric and James were awesome bartenders with a killer music Playlist. Top notch…read moreservice from these two. Saturday night 7/11

Stopped here for a few drinks before having dinner at a nearby restaurant. My husband described…read morethis place as an upscale dive bar with craft cocktails, what looked like fantastic bar food with large portions, and an age-diverse hip crowd. Our bartender was friendly and the drinks were great. I had the Mango Crazy (a perfect mix of sweet and spicy) and my husband had the Fiction 101.

Came here for a drink after eating at a sushi restaurant down the street. Fantastic live music…read moreupstairs and overall a great vibe. The bartenders had great taste and their recommendations were great! Everyone that has mentioned that they are coming to this town. I have told them to go visit the press room for great live music and a good time. Hopefully I will make it back up sometime and get to enjoy this place again.

Food and drinks are incredible. Great atmosphere for a date night. The waitress was attentive and…read morethe atmosphere was intimate. Great for dinner.

Cava was the most unexpected part of our trip. The staff are warm and welcoming. Our waitress truly…read morewent above and beyond serving us and our daughter. She was attentive and incredibly kind. The food was such a treat. Each course was great and they really played well together.We sat downstairs in the wine cellar and it was intimate and made for a lovely experience but they also have tables inside and in the alley. We will happily visit again the next time we are in town.

Make sure to book a reservation as this place is really busy and popular!…read more Items I ordered (as of 5/2026): - Lobster Mac and Cheese - $34 - This was really good. Fresh lobster with a great cheese combination. The crisp of the ritz crackers really brings the entire dish together. Good amount for the price. Would recommend. - Baked Artichoke Dip - $16 - Deliciously cheesy without everything feeling too heavy. Good amount of pita bread too! Would also order this again.

AWESOME food!! First dinner in Portsmouth with my fiancé and Cure did not disappoint!…read more The cornbread is to die for...it's massive though so don't let it ruin your appetite! I greatly enjoyed the seared tuna as an appetizer and had the French onion soup as my main dish. Both were fabulous and I would definitely get them again. My fiancé had the spring salad and duck--both phenomenal. The portions are generally pretty generous (everyone's entree around us looked massive) and the ambiance was really cute and quaint. Shout out to our waiter, Brian, who was a total joy to order from and had a really fun and attentive personality. Highly recommend!

Delicious food and great ambiance. many choices and the service was great. Definitely a place to go…read moreback to for a wonderful menu with so many options!

The food is great. Flavorful and balanced. The service is excellent and the dining area is modern…read moreand simple creating a positive dining environment. I like it a lot and I've gone back several times.

The food was outstanding! We had a reservation for 7:30pm for 4 adults. We started with cocktails…read moreand a few appetizers. Delicious. The meals came out perfectly timed. They had an extensive wine list. Great selections. The service was excellent. The ambiance was romantic and chic. I can't wait to go back!

Botanic is such a hidden gem. My friend who is a long time customer took me here. The service is…read morefantastic, and I loved every gin drink I ordered. They have the classics to unique drinks - anything you want. The food was also amazing. The duck confit was cooked perfectly - very juicy and keeping its crispy skin. I felt like it needed something to cut the heaviness of the dish, but otherwise perfect. We also got the chocolate souffle for dessert and it was gone in an instant.