Portsmouth serves coastal comfort with Southern soul—seafood platters, smoky barbecue, and stick-to-your-ribs breakfasts in historic, neighborhood spots.
These five deliver the warm-and-satisfied feeling every time.
The Bier Garden
German comfort thrives here: schnitzels pounded thin and fried golden, bratwurst with tangy sauerkraut, and spaetzle bathed in gravy.
Start with a giant pretzel and beer cheese; finish with apple strudel.
The beer list is deep, the dining rooms are pub-cozy, and the portions are as hearty as they come.
Twisted Pig Ale and Smokehouse
Barbecue is the backbone: peppery brisket with a real bark, pulled pork that’s juicy and well-smoked, and ribs with a satisfying tug.
Sides hit that comfort sweet spot—cheesy mac, baked beans, slaw, and cornbread.
Sandwiches stacked with chopped pork and house sauce are a lunch favorite, and the laid-back vibe makes it family-friendly.
Fish & Slips
Marina Raw Bar & Grill Right on the water, this casual hangout serves seafood comfort hits: fried shrimp baskets, fish and chips, oyster po’boys, and bowls of creamy clam chowder.
The crab dip is a must-share, and the hushpuppies are hot and addictive. Sunset views and breezy service make it a repeat stop.
Roger Brown’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
This downtown staple covers pub-comfort classics: shepherd’s pie, pot roast, loaded burgers, and wings.
The shrimp and grits are a sleeper hit—creamy, peppery, and richly satisfying.
It’s the kind of place you settle into during football season and end up ordering bread pudding for dessert.
Yoolks On Us
Breakfast comfort done right: fluffy pancakes, buttery biscuits with sausage gravy, crispy fried chicken and waffles, and grits cooked low and slow.
The portions are generous and the coffee keeps coming. It’s a local favorite for a leisurely weekend start or a midweek indulgence.
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