the food was amazing they could use more kinds of hashbrowns, the service was also wonderful…read more Ambiance was great. My waitress was Shelby K she was amazing, very sweet

Food was good, fresh, hot. Shelby is probably one of the best servers I've had in a while. Thank…read moreyou for such a great experience!!!

Ambiance here is quite nice. It definitely has a colonial vibe and offers some early American…read moredishes. Our waiter was quite polite and offered some suggestions. The food however is overpriced and just doesn't fit the bill. I was surprised to sit down and see a simple steak and potato dinner was $72. I ordered duck and my wife ordered pork belly. The food was alright but neither were meals that we'd want again. Two entrees, two apps, and a single glass of wine. ~$180 with tip. I don't mind spending $200 on dinner - but if I'm spending that much dinner should be stellar. This was just mediocre and I'm honestly surprised it has a 4.5 star rating average. To each their own I suppose.

My partner and I rang in New Year's Eve at The Puddle Dock and couldn't have been happier with our…read moreexperience. We chose seats at the comfortable-looking bar, which was a great spot to start the evening and soak in the warm, antique, historical vibe of the space -- lots of character without feeling stuffy. We built our own dinner from a mix of appetizers, and everything we tried was excellent. The local cheese plate featured a soft, brie-like cheese that was rich and delicious. We also ordered the mussels, which were a standout -- especially the mustard component. I wouldn't have expected mustard to pair so well with mussels, but it absolutely worked and added a surprising depth of flavor. There was also a chicken dumpling special that was comforting, well-seasoned, and very satisfying. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. The service at the bar was fantastic. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful when offering advice on what to order, which made the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. We're already looking forward to our next visit and trying more of the menu.

Great atmosphere, though it can feel a bit chilly if you're seated near the windows. The service…read morewas excellent, and our server was very knowledgeable about both the menu and the wine list. Everything we ordered tasted fantastic. That said, both the pappardelle and the ravioli were a bit heavy on the sauce. While the sauces were delicious, they slightly overwhelmed the pasta and distracted from the delicate flavors of the lobster. The standout entrée was the braised short rib. It was incredibly tender and packed with rich, savory flavor. The drinks were excellent, and dessert was the perfect finish. The pistachio cheesecake was absolutely outstanding. Added note: I ordered the Caesar salad...I was asked if I wanted anchovies. I did, the server said nothing about an additional charge for the anchovies and I didn't look on the bill. If they do charge for anchovies knock one star off this review. One other reviewer claimed they charged extra for anchovies. A traditional Caesar comes with anchovies! If they're charging extra; that's just wrong. Nowhere on the menu does it say extra for anchovies. Bon appétit

Cute spot. Food and cocktails were very good. My Calabrese Pasta was amazing. Recommended by our…read morefriendly and excellent server Yvonne. Osso Bucco solid. Most really enjoyed their food. One guests Veal Marsala was overcooked and tough. For a restaurant of this caliber, I cringe when the auction off food, "Who had the Pomodoro?" (Wasn't our serve Yvonne; guy with shaggy blond hair). OK wine programs; would like to see a few more Italians. All in all we had a great time and recommend.

Every time I'm in Portsmouth, I love stopping here. It's right on the water on the deck, service is…read morefast and efficient. And the food is always good quality. I stopped in this past weekend on a nice summer day to watch the boats go by and catch up with a longtime friend. The deck was clean and it was pretty busy, but wasn't too loud or obnoxious. The Arnold palmers they have are made with pink lemonade!!! Absolutely fantastic! No sweet tea, which was a slight disappointment, but the Arnold Palmer made up for it! My friend got a lobster roll because, well, when in Rome! And he said it was a 6/10. It was good for the price and the ambiance of of the patio, but he wouldn't go out of his way for this specific lobster roll. I got the grilled ahi tuna Caesar salad no croutons and it was enjoyable! I do wish they had more gluten free options, but I do like their salads. I would've loved a lobster roll with a gluten free bun..... but maybe next time! Our server was efficient and checked up on us, and started us off with water right away which was nice. I didn't feel rushed out of the place but the service was very timely. Overall, I will be back as this is my favorite food spot for a lunch on the water in Portsmouth! I'm just hoping next time they might have some more Gluten Free Options!

Old Ferry Landing is a Portsmouth classic and a must-visit when you are in town. It is part of a…read morelong strip of restaurants that are perched on decks above the water. Each restaurant has amazing views of the port and offers a drink called a "deck punch." Old Ferry Landing is one of the more casual of the deck restaurants and offers a strong deck punch. The restaurant feels like it had been around since the town was founded. On this visit I tried the lobster bisque and an Aperol spritz. The lobster bisque was small, because I ordered a cup. It had several whole lobster claws in it, which were super fresh and tender. The soup itself was thick, creamy, and flavorful. My Aperol spritz was yummy but a little light on the Aperol. Overall this was another fantastic visit to Old Ferry Landing.

This was one of the best meals I've had in a while. The food, the service, and the ambiance were…read moreall excellent! It was our first time here. I loved the menu from the first look. A great selection of seafood apps, and a variety of meat options in the entree section (steak, chicken, lamb, short rib, duck) and a couple of vegetarian items. Something for everyone. It was a Tuesday night and pouring rain. We arrived without a reservation. It was very busy. The bar and restaurant were full. There were two side bar seats available which we happily took while we waited for a table. We had a delicious cosmo and a glass of prosecco while we waited. The server let us know our table was ready, and we did not need to settle our bar tab before going to the table. I love that! I find it inconvenient when restaurants ask people to do that. The server even took our sopping umbrellas and put them in the umbrella stand by the door for us. So nice! We tried 2 appetizers, the Caribbean Curry Mussels and the Seared Ahi Tuna. I can't decide which one I loved more. Both were fantastic. The broth the mussels were in was so flavorful, rich, salty, not spicy, coconut deliciousness. I wanted to eat it all like a soup. There was no bread served with the mussels to soak up the broth...which I would have loved, but not having it did save me some carbs. The seared tuna was absolute perfection. Very slightly seared and served with a well dressed seaweed salad and two sauces (coulis style ) a charred jalapeño aioli and a mango coulis. For dinner we shared the arugula salad with strawberries and goat cheese (although there was very little goat cheese) in a delicious poppy seed vinaigrette, and the miso Marinaded seared salmon with sticky rice and mango salsa. The salmon was fantastic...perfectly cooked, very flavorful, the sticky rice was so delicious and chewy, and the mango salsa added sweetness. I love that they split the salad into two dishes for us. I love when restaurants do this. It's a nice touch to acknowledge the server was listening the we intend to share, and to make it easier for us to do so. And we shared a bottle of Pinot Grigio. I will be back!

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.