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Best New Hampshire Seafood Restaurants

Nothing is more disappointing than going to an oceanfront restaurant, only to discover that the bland fish you're eating was frozen between being caught and being served to you. The best seafood is fresh, and prepared in such a way as to accent the natural flavors of the sea without overwhelming them. Presented in alphabetical order, here are the top seafood restaurants in New Hampshire.

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Blue Mermaid Island Grill

Caribbean

12/20

409 The Hill
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-427-2583 |

Seasonal ingredients go island-style in this lively local favorite. More...

Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe

Seafood

12/20

150 Congress St.
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-766-3474 |

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Local and exotic seafood occupies the same space in this welcome alternative to the ubiquitous fried clam shacks on the coast. More...

Newick’s Lobster House

Seafood

11/20

431 Dover Point Rd.
Dover, NH 03820
603-742-3205 |

A local and tourist standby for classic sea fare with plenty of lobster, clams and plump oysters. More...

Petey's Summertime Seafood & Bar

Seafood

11/20

1323 Ocean Blvd.
Rye, NH 03870
603-433-1937 |

An ocean view, fresh sea fare and a fun bar scene make Petey's the place to go on a warm evening. More...

The Yard Seafood & Steak House

Seafood

11/20

1211 S. Mammoth Rd.
Manchester, NH 03109
603-623-3545 |

Casual spot for steak, seafood and, perhaps, the pie du jour. More...

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