We've been traveling to Portsmouth off and on for four years, while our daughter attended UNH. Had some good meals (Jumpin' Jays) and not so good ones. Now that she's graduating, we've found another great place - and probably won't ever be back. Oh well. If you're looking for a good seafood meal in a place with a view of... More

We tried the Surf up on Bow St. for lunch and weren't disappointed. The atmosphere's light and contemporary vs. beach shacky bohemian and the view of the harbor is magnificent. Food quality and selections were right up there with the standards but with some notable differences, namely the entrees like your choice of a fresh/warm pulled lobster roll (Maine style,... More

I just returned from Surf. It was my second visit and it was as good as the first time. I went with my husband and grown son. We had delicious appetizers, an Asian inspired wings dish and mussels followed by a main course of haddock prepared 3 different ways. There was no room for dessert but the menu looked wonderful.... More

This restaurant is just above the Martingale Wharf, the views of the river are exceptional, the food was not all that memorable, perhaps i should have had a couple more glasses of wine instead.

My wife and I returned to the Surf on May 4 for another fantastic evening of dining in a very welcoming social atmosphere. We both enjoyed the very delicious scallop appetizer followed by our favorite seafood entrees. Looking forward to a return visit soon.

We LOVE the raw bar here. The little necks are always the best around. Also really like the tuna bruschetta and the Piscataqua cocktail too. The view is one of the best around, and the service is always solid. Prices are on the higher side for most of the food, but raw bar prices are pretty fair. Definitely the very... More

Excellent location. Great sea view. Waterfront restaurant. Well prepared and very delicious sea food. Shell sea food was great and very fresh. Very friendly and helpful staff. Mary was our waitress for the first night and was very helpful. We owed her a lot because she introduced us new tastes. We were so pleased by the food and service we... More

My husband and I walked in off the street on a Wednesday afternoon and sat at the bar to have just a drink. What a view! We ended up ordering the scallop appetizer and it was just outstanding. We had reservations at another restaurant for dinner but we would definitely try this place again. Cannot say enough about the friendliness... More

I ate at Surf two days straight when staying a week in Portsmouth and has a great experience. It was restaurant week, but decided to order of the regular menu both days. The service, atmosphere, food, ambiance were all superb and Surf would be on the top of my list when returning to the area. Any of the seafood like... More