Lunch Spots in Portsmouth, NH
Grab a healthy bite to eat.
Looking for a nice spot to grab something to eat before or after your paddle boarding excursion? We’ve got you covered! Not only does Portsmouth boast beautiful architecture and some of the best natural views on the seacoast, it is also home to a buzzing restaurant scene! Whether you’re craving local seafood, a lobster roll, or a smoothie bowl, there’s something for every taste.
Favorite lunch restaurants on the nh seacoast
The Fresh Press
The Fresh Press at Portsmouth Green is the perfect healthy restaurant to get clean energy for an active day. With a wide variety of breakfast and lunch foods ranging from acai bowls to healthy sandwiches, The Fresh Press will not disappoint! The Fresh Press also has many gluten free (GF) and vegan (V) options to choose from!
Wild Valentine
Wild Valentine is an aesthetically pleasing cafe and flower bar located in downtown Portsmouth. It is the closest restaurant to our launch location in New Castle, NH and the perfect spot to stop for an iced coffee or avocado toast after your paddle (plus they have a bathroom!). Wild Valentine serves both breakfast and lunch, as well as a variety of cold drinks and speciality lates.
Green Bean
Want to continue the day with beautiful views after a day on the water? The Green Bean at Wentworth Marina has a beautiful view of the water from their outdoor decking area. Enjoy a juicy burger while watching the sun reflect off the ocean!
Salud
Hungry after your paddle? Salud is located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH and is the perfect treat after a long day on the water. Salud offers a variety of build-your-own salads and sandwiches, as well as smoothie bowls and fresh juices. It’s the perfect spot to refresh and re-energize!
Kook’s Cafe & Beach Bar
Planning to hit the beach? Kooks is located right on Rt. 1A in Rye, NH between Wallis Sands State Park and Pirates Cove beach, and boasts the beach bar vibe you have been looking for! Kooks has some of the best breakfast and lunch tacos you could imagine, in addition to smoothie bowls and of course… ice cream. We highly recommend al fresco lunching over at Kooks!
BG’s Boat House
BG’s Boat House has been a local favorite for 47 summers and counting. It is THE place to grab a classic New England lobster roll or the fried seafood you’ve been craving! Located on the Sagamore River, you can actually paddle right up to their dock for a tasty meal or cocktail. Don’t miss the beautiful water view at this spot!