3 Local Restaurants to Try on the Seacoast

One of the best parts of living on the Seacoast is having so many great local restaurants right in our backyard. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner in Portsmouth, margaritas in downtown Dover, or a fresh lunch spot, here are three local favorites worth checking out.

The Ramen Club | Portsmouth

Tucked away on Fleet Street in downtown Portsmouth, The Ramen Club is a great spot when you’re craving something warm and comforting. The restaurant specializes in ramen along with Japanese-inspired dishes, making it an especially good addition to your restaurant rotation as the weather gets cooler.

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Cinco’s Cantina | Dover

A downtown Dover staple, Cinco’s Cantina is a family-owned restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine and handcrafted margaritas. The original Dover restaurant opened in 2014, and the family has since expanded to Epping and Rochester. It’s an easy pick for everything from a casual lunch to dinner and drinks with friends.

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Juniper Kitchen | Dover

For something fresh, Juniper Kitchen is a small local café specializing in completely plant-based food. Their menu includes breakfast and lunch, sandwiches, smoothies, açaí bowls and gluten-free baked goods, with nearly everything made from scratch. They also prioritize local sourcing, sustainability and reducing food waste.

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Eat Local, Explore Local

These are just a few of the locally owned spots that make the Seacoast such a great place to live. Whether you’ve been here for years or you’re still getting to know the area, there’s always somewhere new to try.

Have a local favorite we should add to our list? Let us know!