I really enjoy this spot, but last time I went there my servicer had some friends she was waiting…read moreon and failed to check-in on us. I had to ask other servicers for assistance. Even after that it didn't get better. I gave her a 10% tip because I felt that reflected level of service provided. When my credit card statement arrived total amount billed was higher, then I what I authorized reflecting a 20% tip.

3 stars because I would not return. The inside was packed, too many people sitting too close, and…read morethe noise level was deafening. The outside seating was perfect. It was 61 degrees and the heat lamps did the job and kept us comfortable. Reggae music played on the high quality sound system. Our server was delightful, no complaints there. The Americanization of Asian dishes is quite evident here. None of our food was enjoyable and it all came out cold...very cold. Our Korean ribs were "fall off the bone" but the flavor was peculiar. Something was missing...The Haddock Bao Buns, served ice cold, was drowned in creamy sauce. The bed of seaweed salad was OK but did not enhance the haddock. The real loser of evening was the salmon curry, it's as if the recipe came from Stouffers...it was so bland and unbalanced. We were surprised to get charged an additional fee for using a credit card. This is a money grab and real turnoff. Credit cards are a cost of doing business This place is a hit, the locals keep it packed and that's great. I'll pass

These are warrior meals that taste, slap your momma good. Great atmosphere and great customer…read moreservice that offer games for group outings or just you a bar keeper. Great 1/1 time to get to know the area and meet a great person: Darrin A man creating drinks, plus meals for guests @ The Side Bar. So, come on down and check them out.. You'll only regret not coming. The Side Bar until Midnight.....

Love this place but my god they need to fix the air conditioning. Freezing in the side bar and then…read morea sauna in the main restaurant.

Fish and chips Yummy!!! Will go there again. They have an extensive menu. Good atmosphere. Staff is…read morefriendly.

Stopped in with my 7 year old grandson for a quick dinner. All of the staff were very friendly…read more Lots of seating at the bar or high & low tables. Very family friendly. Teddy had a hot dog & fries off the kids menu with a lemonade. He ate it all. There are about 12 beers on tap. I was happy to have a Maine Beer Co. Lunch. The quesadilla I chose was delicious-it came with sour cream & salsa on the side. No complaints. Plenty of parking in the shared lot. So glad my daughter recommended Tailgate Tavern. Would not hesitate to return.

What a great bar!!! I use to go to the previous owners bar before it burnt down called State…read moreStreet. Statey has just recently opened up, which replaced State Street & while I live in Vegas now this definitely was on my list of stops while home visiting. I finally got to go in last night to check it out. It is very big & kinda open but not too open around the dinning room area. They have plenty of seating on the floor & around the bar. It was great to see Mo a long time bartender still working for them. They were having karaoke night & they have a nice little stage out back for the "maybe soon to be famous singers to perform on". It started @ 7/8pm (can't remember) & went to midnight. No cover charge to get in. It wasn't very packed here on the Thursday night I went, but I have heard that it does get very packed to the point that you may not be able to get in. So keep that in mind when heading over to check them out! I didn't get anything to eat as I was not hungry. My cousin got the fish sandwich with tatter tots. He said his sandwich was good & I had a few tatter tots which were yummy! They still have their famous lobster roll for a crazy, reasonable, too good to be true price! My Mom had asked me to check on this for her as she loves their (State Street) lobster rolls. I do want to go back before I head home to have one as I have in the past & it was very tasty & they fill the bun up with plenty of lobster meat. They have one of my favorite flavored vodkas, blueberry so I was drinking those up. It was nice & cozy in there, temperature was just right. The bathrooms were clean & they have more then one stale inside their rest room so I never had to wait. State Street had less bathrooms & that would make for a long wait when needing to relieve the bladder. I saw some familiar faces while I was in there. Their door guy for that night, Aaron was a really nice guy. Friendly & smiling all the time. You definitely need to check this place out. Stop by for a drink (or two) and/or a bite to eat! I will be back before heading home & on my future trips back to NH!! So happy that they brought State Street back!!!! Thank You!!!

Fun and friendly atmosphere! Food and service are great, inexpensive lobster rolls are delicious…read more I would recommend for a relaxing informal night out.

The Shanty was a 'once in a while' choice and always good. The past few weeks, because of a need to…read morebe close to Portsmouth Regional, I've gone there because of convenience but more than that, with every visit I've come to really appreciate so much! The service is always fantastic, sunny and quick. I'll post the dishes ordered in the spirit of being brief (and needing to get back to the hospital) but I genuinely highly recommend if you love a friendly pub/bar, a good selection of 'off the menu' appetizers and mains, and well poured drinks!

The food here is consistently good. I love the buttery baked stuffed haddock with side salad. Their…read moredrinks are on the strong side in a good way. My boys always order mozzarella sticks and Gumby's . The Gumby's are chicken strips kinda like clam strips and my son loves to dip them in the teriyaki sauce although there are more choices for sauces; buffalo , ranch etc. the kids menu wonderfully priced for parents and the selections are very good. Of course my boys always order "the burger!" Every server I have had here is fast and attentive. I don't know if they give aptitude tests before hiring but for all the years I've been coming here the servers are the best in the business. There are a lot of choices for food and it is a typical sports bar/ restaurant with big screens of golf , rugby, football and baseball etc. when I go here I feel comfortable and very happy with the food so do my picky kids. They have trivia nights and all that stuff so if you are Planning to eat here I would suggest making sure what night is trivia night because every seat in the house is taken. Anyways I am glad we have the shanty in Portsmouth. Oh , the parking can be a pain sometimes, but hey , it's worth it!

We didn't try their food menu just their cocktails. We ordered an espresso martini and a gin…read morecocktail. The cocktails were standard and nothing to rave about. I heard their food is pretty good though. I would recommend this place if you're looking for quick drinks and pub fare.

Service was friendly, she was alone and very busy. Saturday here must be because it's a local spot…read more Come for casual eats.

Better option than Sylvan Street. Have been here before and always liked the atmosphere. Fun…read moreBar area. The unlimited TVs on with every game on the planet showing. I'm sure if there is some obscure game on. They could find it for you Plenty of tables with waiter service (it used to be order at the counter). When I saw the amount of different items on the menu, I was skeptical. Usually when a restaurant has too many options, none of them are great. But they pulled it off. Everything was fresh. Cooked perfectly. And tasted great. Burger was perfect. Fries were excellent. Side order of shrimp also good. Friends were pleased with their choices as well.... Kid friendly atmosphere. Games available to play. And plenty of options on the menu for little ones. All reasonably priced. In fact I was surprised by the prices of everything on the menu. Great choice if you're in the area....

A great stop for the locals and those just passing thru. Only a few streets off 95. Better than the…read moreaverage bar food, with an emphasis on seafood. Local pricing and a variety of cold beers and daily specials.

They've got two of the best bartenders in New Hampshire, hands down. The vibe here is casual,…read morefriendly, and perfect for catching a game--there are TVs everywhere, so you won't miss a thing. The food is seriously impressive. The fish tacos are fantastic, and somehow they're offering a $9.99 lobster roll, which is hard to beat. Everything I've tried has been delicious. Drinks are just as good--$2 draft beers are always on special, which makes it even better. And yes--free popcorn! It's always a nice touch and makes the whole experience even more enjoyable. What really stands out, though, is the service. The staff checks in often without being overbearing, making sure you have everything you need. It genuinely feels like one of those places "where everybody knows your name." If you're looking for great food, solid drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere (plus free popcorn!), this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Bobby and Paula

The 12 Ocean Grill never disappoints. The best food and bar service around. I have so much fun…read moreevery time we go there. I highly recommend!!

Was in the area looking at the furniture stores and thought we would grab a bite to eat at Red's…read moreKitchen. In the nice weather they have a great outdoor area for dining as well. Plenty of booths and bar seating. My daughter and I ordered drinks. I ordered the Turkey Dinner, my husband a pizza with green pepper and pepperoni and my daughter the Hawaiian Bowl. My grandson got chicken wings. All of the entrees were delicious. My husband said the pizza was very good. Ate it all. I had to take the rest of my turkey dinner home. We didn't opt for dessert but will be returning for another trip.

I've resisted this review....we've been several more times and the meals have been less than 3…read morestars. Service is always good but food has been lacking. French onion soup came barely warm, cheese barely melted.....server noticed, and called the kitchen out she knew what happened. Ordered the seafood casserole, scallops were cold and rubbery..... "haddock" was barely flavorful and shrimp were ok. Dish wasn't served in a casserole dish, just dumped onto the plate. Reds....you guys were an awesome chance to have some drinks and an amazing dinner.....your become less then the 99 kind of place....please do better

First time trying this spot as it was chosen for a group social. The event was held in the…read morebasement, so I did not get a good chance to see what the main dining room looked like. Pretty nice beer menu with lots of local options, as well as some that are brewed in house. The menu was pub/comfort food, with some interesting large plates as well. Whenever I see a pretzel on the menu, I have to order. While it was good, it was not at all what I typically get in a bar. I was served 3 smallish, pale and crunchy pretzels with a trio of sauces. The sauces were all interesting, but I would have preferred a standard large brown soft pretzel. I did try the fish tacos which were tasty, albeit a bit small for the $7.50 cost per taco. They are served a la carte. The waitress at the bar handled the crowd very efficiently and food came from the kitchen promptly. This spot is a bit off my radar, but I likely will return to explore the menu further.

Great beer selection on tap and their brews were very good. live music every other Sunday. We…read moredidn't eat much so I can't say how the food is. It would be great to crawl from this place, to smuttynose to my favorite Throwback for their food. I didn't love the atmosphere, but it was a dreary day.