Great service good food great atmosphere tried many things so far have been impressed with…read moreeverything so far and plan to continue to try more off the menu

4.5/5 stars Stellar…read moreStart We kicked off our visit to this spot, and I gotta say, it was a hit from the get-go! The staff? Top-notch! Super nice, on-the-ball, and made us feel right at home. Spotless and Stylish The place itself was clean and decked out with some Halloween decor. FOOD COMA ALERT Now, the food - oh man, it was THE highlight! My mom and I went for the wings, but hers were SMOKED, and let me tell you, they had FLAVOR! BBQ goodness, the sauce warm and just right. We also dug into some awesome appetizers: stuffed mushrooms were a mom-fave, and those cheese curds? Game-changers with that caramel sauce! Pleasure All Around All in all, we were SUPER pleased with the grub. It hit the spot, and then some! If you're looking for a spot with great eats and top-shelf service, this place checks the boxes. Obviously we don't try everything but the wings did hit the spot. We will return.

Definitely has to be in my top burger of all time! I had…read morethe Al Capone, my hunny had the Classic. Onion rings are huge & fantastic & the fries are great as well!! Excellent, fast, friendly service, even though they were short staffed. Nice atmosphere & easy to carry on conversations!!

Pretty cool little bar/ restaurant in this area...my niece told us about this and we took the whole…read morefamily down to check it out. They have some really good seasonal beers and while most the fam did a sampler, hub and I opted for just a pint of what sounded the best. I got the pumpkin ale and he got a darker amber beer. Beers were really good. We decided to get the sliders with just meat and cheese and the buffalo strips. Burgers were solid, chicken was not homemade and the fries were your average fry..the buffalo sauce was the star...very good. They have only a few bathrooms in the joint and they were in need of serious attention. It was a disaster to have to take my elderly mom into a nasty bathroom like that....I am hoping they fix this. Wait staff was very good!

Service is very friendly and the history of this place speaks for itself it's been there since I…read morewas a kid. The hamburgers and fries is a must!!!

This is kind of a hidden gem in the Portsmouth Ohio area. They have great burgers, hot dogs and…read morewonderful homemade soups. The food and service are always excellent. Remember when you go, it's nothing fancy but onshore is good!!

On December 13, 2024, my brother and I had the pleasure of dining at Jim Dandy--a Portsmouth…read moreclassic. I somehow missed eating at this place growing up in Southern Ohio. I'm kicking myself for not visiting sooner! Scratch burgers are having a resurgence with places like Smashburger, Shake Shack, In-Out etc. This is a Portsmouth Classic if you are looking for a local flavor of a scratch burger. We both tried the iconic Big Mo, and wow--what a burger. Freshly made, perfectly cooked, and great flavor. The inside seating is cozy and nostalgic, with a counter option for a more classic diner vibe. Also, you can enjoy your meal in the comfort of your car, true drive-in style. What truly set this experience apart for me was learning the rich history of Jim Dandy. I was fascinated to discover that the business was started in 1965 by a former owner of three Frisch's Big Boy locations in the Portsmouth area. The story behind its origins added a whole new layer of appreciation for this local treasure. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by Jim Dandy. It's not just a meal; it's a bite of Portsmouth's history served with a side of charm.

I stopped today to have breakfast food and added a side of their homemade coleslaw which was…read moreabsolutely amazing. I ordered a piece of strawberry pie, vegetable soup and beans and cornbread to take home. Tonight I was so looking forward to the beans but no beans, only two bowls of vegetable soup. My stomach was devastated. Lesson learned always open your bag no whether where you go to make sure you got what you ordered. Sad thing is I don't live near Portsmouth

Yes, there is an Irish pub in Portsmouth! 100% recommend! The venue came highly recommended by some…read moregood friends....So, I tested their words by going with them for drinks and food. Walking into the pub and heading to the back room where the bar is, it was hard not to reminisce of my time spent in Ireland. The restaurant has a vintage Irish pub decor and a friendly atmosphere. The perfect place to go spend time with family and friends. We sat at the bar and our bartender (Sandy) was absolutely fantastic! She was accommodating, humorous, and just made you feel like you were apart of her family. She made a really great Moscow Mule and a tasty version of a Long Island iced tea I've never had before. I hope to go again soon to try some more food varieties, but on this stop, I had the shepherds pie and was able to try some of the hummus and pita bread. Both I highly recommend and worth giving it a go. I look forward to my next visit! Stop on by and give Port city pub some love.

I had wanted to eat here for quite some time but had never been able to time it right when they…read morewere open. I managed to catch them open this evening and I was not disappointed. They have a pretty good sized menu with enough choices to suit most anyone. I had the fish and chips, the fish was fried crisp and was tender, mild and flaky. Our server was excellent, he checked back often to see if we needed anything or to make sure our food was good. There was live music that was starting as we got seated, the performer was very good. The restaurant seemed clean and it was big enough to be comfortable and not too big so it was sort of a cozy dining experience. I will definitely stop in again if I'm at the right place and the right time!!

This spot is movin' on up...in the Eastside lol! Okay, sorry. Had to. It's true though. They have…read morebeen revamping Stadium Lunch for about a year. I've stopped in a few times, and it has only continued to improve! While not from Portsmouth, I graduated from SSU. I also found my husband there at Shawnee, and he is a local; from the infamous Eastend! My in-laws actually live right across the street from Stadium Lunch! It's only a hop, skip, and a jump away from the university! It's always been a long-time favorite for locals. I remember several of my friends' parents from Portsmouth, and my in-laws were going to hang out after work. Have a bite and a few drinks. Now, we are our parents' age then, and the new owners are ready for "us" to start doing this kind of thing again! A fire pit, Edison lights, and great outdoor seating, with a bar top to people watch! We live about an hour away, towards Cincinnati, but are in town a few times a month. At least for a few hours to check in on my husband's Dad and brother. My MIL, unfortunately, passed away last fall. This is when I began to pop into Stadium Lunch more frequently. The propreiters hadn't owned long but were sure to extend their condolences and a small gift at that time. Only knowing them from my FIL stopping into pick up dinner occasionally when my MIL didn't feel like cooking(she was a wonder too!) I am not sure they realize how much this touched our hearts and was incredibly appreciated. I stopped in shortly afterward to extend a thank you in person. I missed them both, but I did have some incredible pot roast, a quick drink, and small talk with some patrons. I brought some home for the whole family after eating! We've had some great burgers and bbq. My FIL sneaks over to get burgers more than we know of! This weekend, we were in for a short trip. Stopped in for a quick drink. While spring, it felt like a crisp autumn night. Great feeling. They have expanded their kitchen, so I'm looking forward to tasting what new homemade specials they will have! I follow them on fb, and they are always having great happy hour, lunch, and dinner specials. Thanks for feeding my father-in-law and always being kind!

This place is absolutely adorable. It looks like an incredibly old building now made into the…read morebrewing company. Amazing staff. Service was awesome. Food was even better. We were in the area and we thought we would stop locally for dinner. Good idea on our end. Of course got the pickles and cheese curds for appetizer, SUPERB!! I got the crispy chicken wrap with the buffalo ranch. They did Asian Thai chili sauce instead (which I do not like) but I didn't have the heart to say anything. It would make a difference if they wrote down our order next time or something. The wrap had potential, but I didn't like the flavoring because of the sauce. I would definitely check this place out again if I am ever in the area.

Went here for lunch with a group. Great lunch specials. Our table had the grilled chicken salad…read morechicken tenders brew pub sub and wing lunch specials. Good portions and prices were so reasonable. Good beers and Brooke our serve was slammed but she was on top of everything!

I just came through there. I was the one at the window. What do you not get playing with Mayo only…read moreI can't even eat my meal because it had onions on it. Which I'm allergic to? So thanks a lot, a*******.

So I ordered food and got my friend a burger and asked for no ketchup and then they put ketchup on…read moreher burger. She's allergic so I called and they said for me to drive to the store to get a replacement so we threw the burger away and when I get there the woman said I needed to bring the food and then refused to give me my food. Food places can't take food back through the window! If I could give 0 stars I would the customer service was terrible and the woman at the window was very rude when I spoke to her on the phone and they refuse to answer the phone when I call! This is unacceptable after having a long day and just wanting food with my friends and rally's had to be rude about it. Don't go here unless you want your order to be wrong horrible service

Favorite pizza place hands down. We've been coming here since the beginning. Buffalo Cheese sticks…read moreare the best thing on the menu. The pan pizza is reminiscent of my childhood and it's always a go-to. The owners and staff are great. We love bringing the dance team here for parties. The kids love the little arcade area and it doesn't overstay its welcome. The dining area is nice and clean. Not sure if they still do the grinch thing around Christmas time but it was always on our holiday list when they did. You won't regret coming here.

I had passed by here many times driving through the area but had never stopped until tonight and I…read morewas pleasantly surprised. The food was really good, the service was great and it was reasonably priced. The dining area is sort of small but it was neat and clean. I'll definitely stop back in when back in the area!!

I traveled to Portsmouth from Cleveland for a business trip that I had to attend in the morning. I…read morewas tired. I wasn't going to look for another restaurant in Portsmouth so I just ate downstairs. Boy, was I lucky! The food at Oscars was absolutely incredible. First, I had a Manhattan prepared by Christie. Top-notch. Service was incredible. Then I had a steak kebab dinner and I have to tell you it is the best kebab steak I ever had. Perfectly prepared vegetables were so fresh and moist. On top of a bed of rice it could not have been better. I cannot recommend this place Hylie enough. Again I was here because I'm in the hotel and I didn't wanna travel around Portsmouth to find a place. I'm glad I stayed here. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Ordered a $41 signature dish, the Oscar Filet, overcooked (I ordered medium), béarnaise sauce…read moreclumpy, crab tasted cold and flimsy. My date also didn't like her food much, she got some kind of pasta dish which taste very bland. Not a fan of the smell of chlorine in the eating area either, I get that it's by a pool. Salad was good, their homemade ranch is good. Our server was very friendly. Overall, very disappointed