I dined here on Christmas Eve, and I have to say it was one of the best meals I've had in New Hampshire (and I lived there most my life). The Parker House rolls were savory warm perfection and a great way to start the meal. My entree, the gnocchi with duck confit was one of the best things I've ever tasted (though very rich--I had to bring half home). And I tasted my dining companion's duck breast an it was also delicious (which they concurred in thinking). The dessert special was a sticky toffee pudding with bananas foster ice cream and peanut butter magic shell and I wish I could eat it every day. The only downsides were that (1) I didn't love the dessert cocktail (which was also absent a garnish), but it could also very well be personal preference and it was only $7, (2) it was freaking freezing in the restaurant. We were seated in a corner that didn't seem to have any baseboard heaters, and even though we weren't far from the fireplace, there was so little insulation on the windows we were all egregiously uncomfortable. The service was great, with the waitress very helpfully answering all our questions and brining each course with perfect timing. The food itself is on the expensive side, though I thought the drinks were normal for a nice restaurant (my other drink, which I enjoyed, was $13). But for the quality of the food, it's hard to complain. read more

The Carriage House - Sticky toffee pudding - New American Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

See all

Another awesome find, thanks to Yelp The food was fantastic. The octopus appetizer in particular was fantastic. I will hardly ever order octopus, because years ago in San Fran I had it in a place where the octopus appetizer wowed me. Ever since, I have been disappointed every time I tried it. But my SO wanted to try it here . Now I know another place that knows how to make it perfectly, Carriage House. Everything else was excellent too . We loved it so much we came back the next night at 4:30 in order to be first in line for a bar seat. Tables were fully booked that night. The decor is nothing to rave about, but there's nothing wrong with it either. And you can't beat the ocean view if you're lucky enough to get a seat near the front of the house. Anytime we're in the Portsmouth area. We will be sure to come back. read more

See all

Food, 10 Drinks, 10 Service, 10 Ambiance, 9 We dined here on the coldest night in January and, the roaring fire and top shelf martini hit the spot. Get a full portion of the Bolognese, and go home fat & happy. read more

The Carriage House - Shrimp cocktail, martini and Parker House rolls. - New American Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

Blew all expectations out of the water. Simply put, an incredible menu, prepared so exquisitely that the experience becomes a standard for what "good" actually is. read more

The Carriage House - Pate - New American Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

See all

Loved the ambiance. All of our food was amazing, our favorite bite was the mushroom toast which was recommended by our server. It was phenomenal!! So rich and we ate every bite. Drinks were pretty good. Would've loved to try more dishes! read more

See all

Service was excellent. Food was delicious. Prices a bit high but I may be out of touch with the costs these days.

They have their own farm!!! Top notch culinary experience not to be missed. Tranquil house in lovely Rye NH serves sophisticated modern American fare: Ate: Tomatoes with cucumber & avocados Roasted peppers with anchovies Jonah crabs Linguine with truffles Short ribs Swordfish with asparagus Baked Alaska with sour cherries This meal was a total knockout !!! Wow!! read more

See all

Wow wow wow! Came here for our anniversary and boy are we glad we did. The parking was pretty good and the weather was horrible due to the fact that it was raining hard and no sun or moon but that didn't stop us from making our reservations on this spot. Once parked and walked inside we were greeted and seated for our reservations. We started off with raw oysters from all over the east coast and a coupe of shrimps. Next we had this olive dish that was stuff with meat. Each olive had meat inside and was fried to perfection. For our entrees, I order the Duck Confit Gratin and it was very good. The Duck was moist and not dry and everything went well with the dish. My other half ordered the Gulf of Maine Fluke and I'm not a fish eater unless it's raw but I gave it a try and it tasted good. For dessert I ordered the Fennel Almond Torte and it consists of mascarpone ice cream, candied fennel, crème anglaise, almond crumble. It was amazing and I wanted more but was too full. I highly recommend this place for an anniversary dinner or a romantic dinner. read more

See all

10/10 wonderful. Quaint location, super friendly staff, and food that kicked off our east coast vacation in the best way. It's right across the street from a beach + was beautiful scenery for dinner. All of the food was good but our favorite was the sweet corn tart read more

See all

Always so delicious, never a bad idea to go to the carriage house. Obsessed with the mushroom toast. Good service, pleasant ambiance, especially if seated upstairs. read more

My husband called for a reservation. The hostess greeted me while my husband parked the car. Difficult in this area. The hostess mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday. She had me follow her upstairs and proceeded to seat me at the only 2top in the room. We were squeezed into a corner that was very uncomfortable, Quite possibly the worst table in the house. We had been in for dinner in the fall and were seated in front of the fireplace on a cold night. It was such a lovely experience. Tonight, not so much. I had such a high expectation of a wonderful evening and that didn't happen. No little cake or dessert offered for my birthday. Expected a little something something. Food and waitstaff were fine. read more

We have really enjoyed this place. Have had the same waiter the last three times we have been there. He has been excellent. Food has been very good but the last time the food was delivered cold. Drinks are also made well. Much thanks! read more

We have not been to the Carriage House for many years, and it is under new ownership and remodeled. We tried them out during restaurant week and were delighted with the food, service and atmosphere. Years ago we found the restaurant to be dark and the food only average. Happy to say that has all changed for the better! The restaurant week menu offered 3 courses, with a large selection of choices, which all sounded great, it was hard to choose! They do offer parker house rolls as well, these are offered for an additional $5, and so glad we tried them. Four big, hot delicious rolls were presented. Portions were very large, in fact our waitress made a point to tell us that they serve full size portions for restaurant week. We don't typically order three courses each, and often will share an appetizer and dessert, so we found ourselves only able to eat a portion of each course. Yes, there was an abundance of food! Cocktails were great, our server was friendly and overall we found service from the kitchen to be good. We did notice a small lull between our appetizer and mains, but they were busy. The short rib entree was delicious, a big piece of melt in your mouth beef, beautifully presented. Both the bread pudding and chocolate budino for dessert were also quite good. We will be back to work our way deeper into the menu. I'm glad we gave them a try for restaurant week! read more

See all

Serving some of the best food on the NH Seacoast the carriage house is a great restaurant. Very unique menu. Ambiance is cozy. The pasta dishes were delicious with large portions. Plenty of seafood options. A must try. read more

See all

A truly top notch culinary experience in seacoast New Hampshire. The setting is perfect for a date night and while the restaurant is small, it makes for an intimate setting. We typically make a reservation to avoid having to wait or not being able to get a table. Their scallops are to die for and they have an amazing selection of wine and cocktails. It's truly rare to find such an impeccable fine dining experience in such a small town in New Hampshire, but Carriage House does just that! read more

New ownership has made a tremendous difference in quality and experience. The calamari salad is absolute heaven!! Entrees were all outstanding and the bread pudding dessert was the perfect finale. Bartender is very creative, I loved the Boogaloo which is their take on an Old Fashioned read more

The Carriage House has been a longtime favorite restaurant of my family after years spent going to Rye. When we decided to get married in nearby New Castle, the rehearsal dinner location was a no-brainer: it had to be Carriage House. I have eaten probably almost everything on the menu there and never had a bad meal (have only had great meals, in fact). I have probably gotten to meet every server, and have always been warmly welcomed. Our rehearsal dinner was no different. We had the pleasure of working with RJ to set our menu and plan for the day, which was a seamless experience. Good food and fun was had by all and it was truly the perfect way to kick off our wedding weekend. I look forward to eating there again next summer when we're back in Rye, now as a married couple! read more

Seafood is carefully prepared at this restaurant directly across from the beach. Service was exceptional. When our waiter perceived that we were annoyed by the noisy table next to us she offered to move us without our asking. read more

Went and had a little wait to sit at the bar since we didn't have reservations. The bartender provided great beverage (wine) recommendations and the food was excellent. Definitely worth it for a splurge dinner date. read more

What an amazing meal we had tonight at The Carriage House. RJ provided superb service and the appetizers (Oysters Rockefeller and Mushroom Toast) and entrees (Lobster Gnocchi and Flounder) were exquisitely prepared and presented. The view from table 205 looked out to the ocean, a perfect New England evening. read more

The Carriage House - The view from table 205 - New American Near Me - Rye, New Hampshire

The restaurant is small and unassuming but it is an absolute treasure. The staff is amazing, knowledgeable and helpful. The food is delicious and was perfectly cooked. The cocktails were great. I love that they have local oysters and other local seafood. read more

I wanted to give this place 5 stars, but I felt some things were lacking. I know I see a lot of other 5 stars reveiw on here and maybe I am just picky, but I did not love the food here (location, ambiance, service, were all amazing). I thought some of the dishes that we had lacked in flavor and balance. We did have an amazing table with a great view and our server Heather was excellent. I did love the Oysters the best and those Rolls are to die for as well. My husband had the Corn Agnolotti which was also quite good, but lacked in some flavors. For entrees I ordered the Scallops which were good. My husband ordered the Short Ribs which he said were just ok. Their cocktail menu looked amazing but was a bit disappointed in the actual taste of some of the cocktails mainly the Spritz, which I had to send back because I did not enjoy it. And, for a Wine Bar (which they call themselves) I wish they had some higher end wines on here. Or maybe more of a selection that is organic or natural, something to pair well with their menu items. But, overall great place and I would love to give them another try sometime. Also, very expensive but I do think for the area is probably quite resonable. Cheers! read more

See all

A surprising place, on the main road in Rye, where we had a lovely dinner on our recent trip to coastal NH and ME. I say surprising because it looks like an old home, very unlike the businesses and mansions nearby. The food was delicious. My friend, still being kind of full from lunch, had the Arugula Salad, and we shared the Parker House rolls. I had the Braised Short Rib. For dessert we shared the Caramel Pot de Creme. Our waitstaff was friendly and attentive, just perfect, and we weren't rushed to leave. The ambience was comfortable and not too noisy, so it was nice to linger. I will say, make a reservation or you may not get in. It's a very popular place with the local people. read more

So other than a really long wait in spite of a reservation, that is the last bad thing I have to say about this place. RJ provided incredible service, the menu was both extensive and creative. The execution by the kitchen was spot on. Even the cocktails were inspired. Toss in a small selection of the best local oysters and Dessert was amazing. There is nothing not to love. You cannot go wrong with The Carriage House read more

The service and atmosphere are amazing. The drinks and food are always tremendous I highly recommend.

Had not been here in over a year while vacationing in Rye NH. The new chef is really accomplished, Brian Flach. We started with the special appetizer, shaved black truffles on pasta. Unreal. Perfectly cooked al dente pasta with light butter sauce. The shaved truffles were firm and flavorful. For the entrée I had the scallops with micro greens and bacon lardons with a beautiful sauce, and my partner had the pan-seared Arctic Char-- crispy and really moist inside. Really nice polenta & micro greens on both dishes. There was a special dessert of chocolate ice cream with dollops of meringue peaks and a special type of cherry on top. The restaurant is charming, with a view of the ocean on the second floor, and the owner R.J., is attentive and friendly. I live in Seaport/Fort Point Boston & am surrounded by amazing restaurants but this is one of the best meals I've had in a long time.Highly recommend. read more

See all

The Carriage House has great ambiance inside, cozy and quaint but modern look and feel. I recommend a reservation unless you want to try to snag a spot at the bar. Craft style cocktails, raw oysters were great, Parker house rolls were great. My friend got the ragu and I got the flank steak and we split fries. Everything was delicious. Sorry I forgot pics! read more

Charming setting on the coast and even lovelier inside. All the staff friendly and helpful. The food! The food! Every single dish was a piece of art and tasted phenomenal. The shrimp was fresh, cocktail sauce with extra horseradish. Gnocchi...I am not a fan usually, but this I could have eaten the whole fish. The fish was fresh and flaky, A fantastic stop! With a glimpse of the ocean, can't be beat! read more

See all

For years this has been my fave restaurant. Their haddock ricotta is the best I've ever had- order it almost always. Miss the old ambiance- fireplace dining in winter. Many good memories read more

Always excellent , food , atmosphere, service , cocktails ,went last evening and the food was exceptional. Truffles with pasta, a delicious chicken dish , oysters Rockefeller , steak tar tare , home made rolls, and there French fries which are so good ! . We had a feast read more

See all

My wife and I have been to the new "Carriage House" three times sorry to say there won't be a fourth. While the food could be good it's just way too salty. First time my wife got the duck it was so salty it was inedible. We went again last night we got a couple of appetisers the duck pate was so salty, had great flavor except for the salt. It was also served in a thick piece of crostini on the bottom?? By the time we finished it the crostini was soggy. So wish the original restaurant was back, great menu, was our go to restaurant, not once did we have a bad meal. read more

Excellent meal here. Great server and nicely paced meal. We had not been here in a while and we so enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere. We will be regulars here! read more

Phenomenal experience at this seaside gem on the New Hampshire coastline. On Easter Saturday, they were busy but service was fast, friendly and welcoming. Their specials included truffle and an incredible lamb dish, the cocktails were on point and the salads were fresh, tasty and well made. The upstairs has a nice tavern-like atmosphere, while the downstairs is a little more formal and reserved. Will definitely be repeating this experience again in the future. read more

Had a wonderful first time birthday experience here last night, had a reservation for 2 outside, and even though it was a bit chilly, everything was amazing, from the server, to the drinks and the food. Would love to come back. Started with Parker house rolls and corn ravioli, followed by lobster gnocchi and my female companion had the short rib. We split an apple bread pudding for dessert which was phenomenal, and drinks were great. Definitely go here, you won't be disappointed. read more

See all

The food is so unique and amazing every time we go here. And the bartenders and drinks are top notch. Everyone is kind and knowledgeable. We go here whenever we can squeeze it in. read more

The Carriage House is an excellent dining experience. Whenever we visit the New Hampshire seacoast we always visit for dinner. This was our fourth trip to the establishment. RJ was our server, and provided us with terrific service. Please, do yourself a favor by visiting the Carriage House when in Rye, New Hampshire. You will not be disappointed. read more

This is one of my all time favorite places and i've been here once. Came for NYE and realized I never reviewed. Obsessed! It was so good, food was amazing, staff was incredible. Hoping to do NYE as a new tradition here read more

See all

Outstanding service. Great ambience and delicious meal. We ate there last Saturday and had a fantastic meal. The mushroom toast appetizer is a must, have as well as the Monkfish. James is doing great work there. read more

One of the best restaurant experiences I've had in NH. The service (Heather), ambiance, cocktail, and food were amazing!!! Can't wait to go back :) read more

For years and years, the Carriage House on Rye Beach was a favourite of the local seacoast crowd. Renowned for its classy, quality feel and relaxed, mysterious ambience, the Carriage House remained the go-to restaurant for me and my family. With the retirement of its longtime owner, the Carriage House was saved by the owners of Louie's in Portsmouth. Comparing the new Carriage House to the old one, this early on, is a little unfair. Although it's definitely not the same as it used to be, it's still a fine eatery. I will admit that I was disappointed that the old Carriage House, with its rustic feel, delightful wait-staff and fine-tuned menu, couldn't survive forever. It's hard to see something that you loved for so long change, but, inevitably, the time had come. The new Carriage House is a different vibe altogether from its predecessor. The wood trim and pillars has been painted white to make the space feel more modern. The booths are gone, and small tables are in their place. The wait-station by the kitchen door has been turned into seating. A little paint here and there, along with some other updates, has helped rejuvenate the old building. The menu couldn't have been more different as well. Gone are favourites like the Island Lady, and in their place are more current offerings. However, perhaps because it's only brand new, there's no burger, pasta dish or other salad. The sole salad option was disappointing: heavily overdressed romaine lettuce with some diced radishes dropped around the sides. The herb dressing was applied so liberally that I had a hard time eating it. The rest of the meal showed a marked improvement. I ordered the sole steak option, which was okay, but small, and overly garnished. It tasted very good, however. For dessert I had the blueberry cobbler and a cappuccino. Both were delightful. However, the new Carriage House is more expensive than it used to be. My party of 3 was taken aback by the size of the bill. Not only that, but the restaurant seems more booze-centric than it used to be, but that's probably how they make most of their profit. Changing palates require changing restaurants, I guess. All in all, I'm sad to see the old Carriage House go, and I think a lot of Rye locals will say the same. The new one isn't comparable, not because it's necessarily worse, but because it doesn't even feel like the same place. I'd recommend giving it a try, but I can't say I like it as much as I used to. read more

See all