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Brewery, Gastropub, and Bar$$$$
Portsmouth
Ranked #3 for breweries in Portsmouth
"Must try the Smuttynose Brew"(6 Tips)
"awesome local spot, get the beer flight and some chicken wangs."(7 Tips)
"Have the curry mussels with any of the brewery's IPAs."(9 Tips)
"The Jimmy LaPanza lounge you must visit if not for the velvet..."(3 Tips)
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- Abdul HakkimDecember 31, 2013Located on an idyllic street in Portsmouth, this place provides a cozy respite from the notoriously harsh New England weather. House-brewed beer is available on tap and in casks.- © 2013 BuzzFeed, Inc
Erik CintronJune 15, 2015Very cool little brewery. Small but with an outside beer garden. The beer flights were awesome. Most were good. Food was surprisingly good. Simple menu. In heart of Portsmouth. Gift shop next store
The TravelerAugust 20, 2015Anytime I'm passing through the area it's always a stop for lunch. Beers brewed on site. Food is amazing. I highly recommend the pastrami on rye. Sit in the bar area or outside Back room can get loud
Jasmine 💫July 4, 2018The Mussels Alehouse were meaty and wonderfully drenched in butter. Paired with a Belgian Wit, it was a refreshing way to end a hot summer night.
Patricia Duran AguilarMay 19, 2017Good beer selection. Only tv's at the bar and they aren't that big. So if you want to watch any sports this isn't your place. But if you want to have a few good beers with friends its a great spot.
JenKuduJune 12, 2011Sample all 10 beers for $8. The stout and heffeweissen is awesome! The calamari is incredibly fresh and tender. The ziti is a giant warm hug!! End your meal with a stout float... Must try it once.
Tessa BAugust 11, 2014Excellent food, drinks you name it! Service is great- they always take good care of you. If you're looking for a place in town I recommend giving PB a go!
Philippe MironSeptember 4, 2015Awesome brewery with an really good selection of beers. They also have a small outdoor spot!
Renee GJanuary 17, 2012AMAZING Restaurant / Brewery. Get the sampler paddle... 3oz of the 10 beers on tap (4 of which are Smuttynose) Food is super fresh! Great price for a great meal!
If you're local, join the Imperial Pint Club. Larger pours and merchandise discounts, plus it's worth it for the end-of-year member party alone.
Todd RademacherJanuary 30, 2015All the beers are great and the food is outstanding. Get a growler to go.
Jake SmithJuly 27, 2014You don't have to steal the glasses, they sell most of the styles. The light beers are excellent.
The Daily MealJune 20, 2011Loyalists have been known to set up camp outside this brewpub for hours in the rain just to taste its rare, once-a-year-only Russian Imperial Stout, Kate the Great. The verdict: Totally worth it. Read more
Nikola GlusheskiSeptember 19, 2014Very awesome place to go the beer brew machine looks awesome from inside
Ellen RiellyMarch 7, 2015Despite the turn key brewery vibe, this place actually has two or three really interesting beers on the menu that seem to rotate. Try the Project X series.
Brad MarinoJune 26, 2014There was a worm in our salad! I'm all for natural whole foods but that was a bit much for me! It's also not really vegan if there is a living creature in your food!
Betty MakSeptember 7, 2014Tours on Sat and Sun only. If you go on the Smuttynose tour they will give you a gift card for a free pint at Portsmouth.
Very good daily specials for veggies and vegans alike, Sun - Thurs. Ask Chef Todd if the soup of the day is veggie as well!
The cream ale is a personal favorite. Nachos are also worth a go. Tip: be sure to visit the lounge downstairs!
If you make it to the Brewery, it is imperative you order the beer sampler. You get a little bit of everything, and it is a great price for the amount you get!
Noah PriceAugust 13, 2014It's all so good yes sample the beer and the food just get as much as you can of everything!
Great beer variety- get an app or meal made with beer- fantastic taste.
Paul MJune 5, 2013Volcano tenders are the BOMB (and super spicy)!!!! Great bleu cheese dressing here as well. Beers are always changing.
Jonathan YuFebruary 1, 2016Long long waits at just about anytime during the weekends. Italian sausage sandwich and salmon burgers were both pretty good.
Eric L.August 14, 2014Great food and beer. Salads are awesome. Bring your card from smuttynose and get a free beer.
Drew ManciniAugust 20, 2018Good size flights of 8 beers! You need to ask to find out which are theirs though.
The Curry Mussels are better than the ones I've had in Belgium. I'm not kidding. Best paired with Thaizenheimer if it's available...- Chris VaughnOctober 25, 2013The Jimmy LaPanza lounge you must visit if not for the velvet paintings of naked woman then the delicious beer.
Olivier LaflammeSeptember 2, 2013If you want to taste some great beers come here !!! Food is good and beer is excellent !!!
Split an order of Fish & Chips and some Alehouse Mussels. Tons of great food!- Laura SohnJuly 8, 2013Blueberry beer is delicious! :) Everything and anything seafood is a great choice. So fresh!
Regan McCarthyAugust 26, 2016Had a delicious swiss cheese burger with a nice sweet porter...@ 10:30PM.
Keith HopperNovember 26, 2010One of the few places you can take little kids while enjoying a craft brew (they have a room where they generally sit families).
Sam BonacciJanuary 26, 2013If it's crowded upstairs head to the downstairs bar. Totally different atmosphere but still great.
The Thursday special, the Korean BBQ tacos might be the best food in Portsmouth,
If there is a private party downstairs during the week, they will sell you the downstairs special (wings, tacos, hot dogs etc) upstairs.
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The Portsmouth Brewery, NH's original craft brewery, has served great food and outstanding beer in a friendly, lively atmosphere since 1991. We serve all types!
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–12:30 AM
(603) 431-1115
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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