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The Puddle Dock, Portsmouth, NH

The Puddle Dock

4.8
4.8
913 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
66 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801-4650

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Located on the grounds of Strawbery Banke Museum in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, The Puddle Dock Restaurant proudly offers Modern Colonial feel and fare! Led by esteemed Executive Chef Derek Clough, the Puddle Dock Restaurant will take you back to Colonial America featuring English and American favorites, then snap you back to the present with our modern twists.

Chef Derek takes great pride in growing a lot of our vegetables, foraging our mushrooms, and presenting beauty for your palate. His care is evidence in some of our best-loved dishes, Yorkshire Pudding, Portuguese Salted Cod, Pan-Roasted Duck Breast, and our signature Hoe Cake. Be sure to save room for dessert! All our desserts are made in house - Cinnamon Rum Breading, Dark Chocolate Pudding, and Posset are among the favorites!

Enjoy the ambience of our historic exposed beam building, once a general store offering penny candy, or enjoy our front and rear patios for dinner in the open air.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 16:30–21:00 Sun 16:30–20:00
  • Phone number
    (603) 373-8192
  • Website
    http://www.thepuddledock.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Derek Clough
  • Location
    66 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801-4650
  • Area
    Portsmouth
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

The Puddle Dock's menu was last updated 2023-06-11.

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What 913 people are saying

The Puddle Dock reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Hampshire

    Best Ambience

  • New Hampshire

    American

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Ambience

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Romantic

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Puddle Dock offers a "warm and cozy" atmosphere in a historic setting, making it a standout dining experience. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "attentive service," highlighting favorites like the duck and cinnamon bread pudding. With "friendly staff" and a unique menu, it's a top choice in Portsmouth.
913 Reviews

  1. Paul Daniel VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been to Puddledock many times and have had many wonderful experiences, however tonight wasn't one of them. While the restaurant was relatively empty we felt rushed. The food was not up to the quality we expect and usually experience. While we know the cost of virtually everything has increased, the value of our experience didn't measure up.

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  2. Ken VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place but it has become very obvious that food prices have gone ridiculously up. We have about six restaurants in Portsmouth that we visit as we are in Portsmouth every Saturday night. There are also three restaurants that have priced themselves out of that rotation. Just because someone will pay what you’re asking, doesn’t make it right. I have a hard time justifying a40 entree and will never pay 70. I hope we will be able to keep you on our rotation.

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  3. Nicole

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent! Can’t wait to go back!

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  4. elizabeth

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great experience. Service is exceptional. Food delicious. Highly recommend

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  5. Anne-Marie VIP

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a discovery! Delicious meal! The best lemon meringue pie ever.

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  6. Jason

    Kansas City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing find! From the moment you walk in, you can feel the warmth and the ambience is superb. Our service was top notch, the food was to die for and it was an all around great dining experience. We had the chowder, mussels, steak and potatoes - each of them were excellent! Hats off to the chef and each person there that makes it special!

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  7. Sara

    New Hampshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful food! Great ambiance. Had to wait for our reservation and was seated at possibly the worst table in the restaurant right between 2 other parties. Would probably sit at the bar if we go back to not risk such poor table placement.

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  8. Lisa VIP

    Naples8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our 3rd trip to the restaurant. Service, as always, was excellent. Highlights were the beet salad and the bread pudding.I ordered the trout, which was tasty, but not very warm. My husband ordered the “cock and leekie”- their take on a chicken pot pie, and it was extremely dry and not very warm. The wine list is a disappointment- very few selections and, as usual, 3x retail. Perhaps the food issues were because it was very busy, but overall, it was just “fine”.

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  9. Erin

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Jess was amazing. Our table was supposed to be upstairs however I have a broken leg and they accommodated us downstairs. The manager Quinn was also amazing. The food and drink were all perfectly crafted. Thank you to all the staff for an amazing dining experience.

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  10. Barret

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cool old building turned into a sweet dining option. Rustic made elegant. Food was outstanding. Solid but not overwhelming wine and cocktail list. While not the cheapest, the Puddle Dock still has an approachable vibe. Make a reservation already.

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FAQs

The Puddle Dock offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (603) 373-8192.

The Puddle Dock is rated 4.8 stars by 913 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 17 times today
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66 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801-4650

Additional information

  • Area
    Portsmouth
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 16:30–21:00 Sun 16:30–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Derek Clough
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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