Good people. Good food, and good beer. Chicken tenders are really good. Not just standard frozen…read morefare. Pizza is made behind the bar and really good. Stopped in while in town for a show and very glad we did.

Solid joint! One might say a classic NH bar experience. This place has pool, darts, and a little…read morebowling alley attached to it. They have about 8 lanes and it's only the small balls, no big balls. Service was fast and friendly. The margaritas were also solid. I didn't try any of the food but it looked good, standard bar fare. It's also cash only.

go every wednesday for karaoke, always a blast! staff so friendly and drinks reasonably priced…read more looks great inside too, very cool!

It's a cool and fun-ish place but why do the hours online say you're open till 12am on Saturday…read more Walk in the door @11:30pm for a drink with friends and a sign inside says "bar open upstairs" -- word. We walk upstairs and there's ribbons on the doorway and tables set up for an event. Then we're rudely told hours are wrong online who are you guys etc. Weird. Change your hours. Or don't leave the door open and have a sign saying bar open. Cringe

This is what dining out should be…read more While not inexpensive, we enjoyed a delicious meal, served by professionals, with wonderfully quiet ambiance. I am SO OVER restaurants (chains) that blast music to make their business sound "bustling". Conversation was easy to make in this austere and spread out dining room. Lots of space (and privacy). I can't wait to return and try the bar area. That looks as nice as this hidden gem of a restaurant!

We dined at Epoch many years ago, and found the experience to be unremarkable. We noticed that it…read morewas relaunched as Epoch Gastropub in the last year or so, and decided to give it a shot. Overall we had an enjoyable meal. They have a really nice outdoor patio which we hoped to enjoy, but it seems to be raining every weekend this summer, and so we had to sit inside. It was a Friday night, and the dining room was not very busy. Hostess and our server were incredibly friendly and made sure we were comfortable (there were some very cold AC vents near our table). We started with a fried cauliflower appetizer, which was good. Certainly not the best I've enjoyed, but tasty. Portion size was enough for a party of 4 or more! The cauliflower was a tempura batter style with a general gao's like sweet/sour sauce. It was served piping hot! Lobster roll was massive, cold mayo style and served with fried shallots, rather than onion rings. A nice twist and something I've never had before. Unfortunately, the fries served with this dish were limp. I'm pretty fussy about my fries and I just don't understand why some restaurants don't fry them to order. If you don't, you end up with luke warm, soggy fries that honestly are not worth eating. For me, that ruins the entire dish and I have to wonder what the kitchen is thinking sending out coldish limp fries. Another entree we tried were the Gnocchi with wild mushrooms. This was a nice dish and the gnocchi were light and fluffy, with plenty of mushrooms. A nice plate overall. We finished dinner with an orange granita dessert which came with plenty of carmelized orange peels on top, one of my favorites! In fact, I enjoyed the candied orange more than the Granita itself! Exeter is really having a moment with a number of great dining options. With just a tad more attention to the dishes, I think in time Epoch could be among those option restaurants. Give them a try

The staff are outstanding and we are always impressed with your food, the amazing flavors and…read morecreations. You are incredibly talented and creative...so impressive. My husband always seems to be disappointed at restaurants by what sounds wonderful and then end up bland. Well, everytime we dine at Stalk, he is so satisfied. We always went to Portmouth for an outstanding experience in dining...now the gemstone is in our neighborhood, your cozy delightful Stalk. Thank you!

I always feel so much better after visiting Stalk-it's a light in the darkness, when things feel so…read moredark that you feel swallowed up by it. A cook, myself, I've been held prisoner in jobs that make one feel discouraged due to indifference and laxity. Eating here, taking in the pride of craft and respect for the clientele makes me realise that places -and people-do exist that truly care about about the customer and strive to make them forget their lives outside the comforting walls of this restaurant. We shared a couple of apps: a crispy-skin chicken leg, indeed crispy and as usual, perfectly cooked, as usual. there are few greater pleasures in life like chicken that is juicy and cooked with an expert hand. It came with excellent ricotta mashed potatoes so good my daughter-who normally refuses to eat mashed potato-had to be fended off with my fork so Dad could swipe a couple forkfuls! The dark, flavorful sauce complimented both the meat and the potatoes. We also got the charred Halloumi cheese with pork belly with sweet and sour grapes and a whiff of finely chopped sage, again having to fend off my daughter for my portion...I was detecting a trend here... For the main courses, my wife got the Black Cod with nicely browned fingerling potatoes and braised cabbage/asparagus. She rarely ate unbreaded fish until Stalk introduced her to exquisitely cooked and seasoned fish filets. My daughter got the mushroom and eggplant kofta with a superb cashew hummus and grilled pita that was cooked with love-grilled enough to get grill marks, but not so long as to cook the life out it-they were still soft and fluffy, with just enough crisp to make scooping the hummus practicable. I got, against my usual practice of eating through the menu (as much as possible during a recipe cycle) to get the Sweet Potato Cavatelli-this is one of those dishes that I could never get often enough. the pasta dishes here are unfailingly excellent, with little culinary surprises in every one-this one, for me, in a dish with sausage AND pork belly no less, the unifying surprise is the Balsamic black butter! It just made every bite taste,,,right, perfectly complimenting the dish and making a delightfully whole flavour profile that one would not, perhaps, expect at a first blush. Taken with the Almond Romesco, it gave a slightly sweet, acidic depth that woke and gratified my palate. Again, as a cook, I appreciate the care and consideration on display that a dish such as this displays. It makes me happy... Our desserts, sadly a harbinger of the meals' approaching end, left us with a nice parting glow-the Coconut Rice pudding-with a mango compote, ginger candied cashews and flashy cherry crisps was nice, light finisher, as was the, wait for it, English pea Mojito ice cream. This follows the Mad Scientist-esque genius of Stalk's ice creams. The unbridled exuberance on display with the ice cream flavours, always makes me lean towards the ice creams over many other fine and tempting desserts...this was no exception. The peas provided a subtle pea flavor, the chill mellowing the flavor we typically associate with peas, but not losing it, is worth a victory lap on its own. The zest of lime and a nicely chiffonaded mint layered on the finishing touches without overtaking the finish, a sign of the practiced hands at work. I also must make mention of the French Press coffee service, there is truly no better way to take your coffee than via a French Press, it is so very nice to indulge in this simple life pleasure outside of my own kitchen... I would be terribly remiss if I didn't give a shout out to the staff-from the exceedingly professional and courteous staff, to the bartender who was very engaging and free with her smiles all night, the professionals preparing our dinner, who deserve much credit for turning Chefs' vision into delicious and intruiging plates of food for all of us to enjoy, and finally to Chef Nicole, who is everywhere making sure everything is running as smooth as possible, yet taking the time to chat with the patrons whenever possible. Our trips to Stalk are almost a pilgrimage-a reminder that cooking can be a joy, and that striving for that goal of making the diner perhaps, through the care and excellence of the food and its preparation, make them forget the nonsense outside the walls of the restaurant for even just an hour or so. This a lofty and noble goal, and one, for this diner, is always met. I hope it is for you, as well

Classy but not pretentious spot with fantastic cocktail menu and very talented bar tenders…read more Apps and small bites courtesy of Anju Noodle Bar (next door, same owners).

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!

We went as a group of 6 on a beautiful day to sit outside, and that's what we did. The outdoor area…read moreis a work in progress, but I'm sure it will improve. Our server, Savanna, was attentive, friendly and competent. The drinks came in an appropriate amount of time as did the food order. Our table had cheeseburger clubs, a ruben, Chicken parmesan, a chicken sandwich and an order I don't remember. We all were quite satisfied with what we had and I'm looking forward to going back. Good luck to this establishment.

Food was pretty average and cold. They weren't that busy so not sure why it took so long but we…read morewere not in a hurry. The server was nice. There are much better options.

Vibes! Humor! Amazing Food!…read more If this is what you're looking for, RUN to Catbird! The contrasting bright-colored signs against the jewel-toned walls were immediately welcoming. But watching the staff interact before we were even seated made me feel like this whole restaurant moved as one dancing unit. And guess what? I was right. We were seated in the bar area with amazingly soft pillows and even bigger smiles. We decided from the start that we were sharing everything--and what a delicious decision that was. On the docket: Harissa Roasted Carrots -- WOW. Lightly charred carrots that practically melted in your mouth. The sauces cut through the sweetness and balanced everything so perfectly that I genuinely considered licking the plate. Fried Enoki Mushrooms -- OUT. OF. THIS. WORLD. Light, ridiculously crunchy, and packed with umami that made them completely addictive. Our two "non-mushroom eaters" swore they'd order them again. I will forever crave these. Heirloom Tomatoes -- What a joy! Sweet, salty, smooth, and perfectly ripe. Summer perfection. My partner hates raw tomatoes and went back twice for another bite. Pressed Lamb Belly -- Melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Lamb is one of those meats you either love or hate, and this one was downright delicious. For the mains, we split the steak, duck, agnolotti, braised pork cheeks, and the burger. Every dish stood out in its own way. The burger was definitely a star, the duck and steak were downright addictive, the pasta was some of the freshest I've had in a while, and those pork cheeks just melted away. Everything was composed beautifully, and we were all exceptionally happy campers. And because apparently we had zero self-control on a Friday night, we also ordered the Key Lime Bar and Chocolate Crémeux. The key lime got brighter and brighter with every bite, while the chocolate crémeux was rich, decadent, and exactly what we needed to finish the night. And then there was the service. Perfection. Our waitress was joking, laughing, and making us feel like family--which is exactly what we love. I hope Catbird is okay with having a new local develop a little crush on them... because I WILL be back. ‍ MAKE. THAT. RESERVATION.

Another great evening at Catbird. Brought my in-laws to dinner and it was a perfect evening…read more Easy to reserve a table in line. So you can walk in and be seated. Plenty of street parking. Love the energy in the space and the staff are very friendly. Don't rush. Enjoy the experience from apps to dessert. It's worth it. They offer incredible options from vegetarian, chicken, beef and fish. All with an interesting twist of seasonings and accents to make your meal unique in a way. Note: if you want the chicken they cook it fresh so it takes time. So plan ahead. But you can't go wrong. We love the carrots and also tried the fried mushrooms. Our serves recommended the bean salad but no pressure. We ordered it and it was so yummy. A hit. The mushrooms were lightly breaded and just were not what I was expecting. Thankfully because they weee awesome.. The main courses hit it out of the park. My cod dish was so flavorful and if I had bread might have cleaned the sauce off my plate. Ha ha the Lima beans were and unexpected delight. Beef was cooked to ordered and sliced to make it easy to enjoy. Both in the group were very happy. The pasta dish was perfect. Of course I didn't have it so I just sharing the comments from my mother in-law. She love it. The night was perfect. And I just love that the owners also visit tables and serve as well. Molly stopped by and offered the dessert menu which we were "just going to look." Well we ordered it all and it was great. The Key Lime square was out of this world. On if my favorites. The chocolate dish was a hit and a perfect end to our meal experience. Stop on down to South Berwick and grab a seat at the bar, high tops or a table. You won't regret it.

Ordered about six tops and they all were absolutely incredible. I was blown away by the appearance…read morethe taste and also the customer service that we had I will 100% go back.

What a lovely restaurant. Just for a tip if you find the apothecary it's down the stairs right…read moreafter it. We did have a little bit of trouble finding it but that was kind of fun. Reservations recommended we were seated at a beautiful table for two right near the bar and started off with a Pinot noir and a cabernet. Both wines were delightful. For appetizers we had the braised lamb crepe and the octopus... Both dishes were delicious, presented well with sauces to die for. Followed by the pasta dish and the duck. These were the best dinners of the year for us. The blending of flavors were fantastic and it was augmented by the owner coming over and talking to us about how the food was prepared. I won't bore you with all the details but the octopus is slow boiled for 5 hours.. complete with wine. Corks it was tender and delicious with the Mediterranean flair. We go out to eat our fair share from high end to diners anywhere. The food is well prepared and delicious... This was the top for the year! From the service to the presentation to the wine to the ambiance, everything is top notch here. I will provide a warning. You will drop a pretty penny if you partake in all the courses, but we thought it was well worth it. Thank you to the staff and ownership. We enjoyed our evening.. a true date night.