Best Authentic Restaurants in Kittery

The salmon mushroom riso dish was wonderful. My husband loves the Jefferson chicken. They seated us near the fire which was lovely.

Small but with atmosphere. Staff are warm and knowledgeable and food is delicious. Would highly recommend this for a real surprise .

Toscana Italian Chophouse & Wine Bar, situated in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, offers a refined dining experience that seamlessly blends Italian culinary traditions with premium steakhouse offerings. Housed in the historic 1804 New Hampshire National Bank building, the restaurant's ambiance is characterized by exposed brick, original vault doors, and murals by local artists, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere.

I made the reservation expecting their regular menu. Instead we were presented with a prix fix menu. However, the evening progressed we noticed that other diners were ordering off the regular menu. It would have been nice to have been given the option. With that said, the prix fix menu option were excellent. The server was attentive and friendly.

We finally made it to Massimo into our daughter’s second year at UNH. Worth the wait. Literally my dinner was so good it melted in my mouth. I had the squash ravioli to start then the halibut in the the richest/ lightest/ most heavenly artichoke lemony caper broth… i will Not forget this dinner or the adorable ambiance downstairs. The bolognese was also a hit with my husband and daughter. Can’t wait to go back and maybe try the upstairs' next time. Perfect spot for lucky valentine diners tonight.