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3-COURSE PRIX FIXE
$16.95 Lunch
$29.95 Dinner
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Restaurant Week Portsmouth March 22-29, 2009
Can't get enough of the dining deals? Not to worry - Restaurant Week Portsmouth is happening again in the fall! Dates tentatively set for November 8-15, 2009.
Attention culinary enthusiasts and deal-seekers: Restaurant Week Portsmouth features special 3-course prix fixe menus at participating restaurants from Portsmouth, Rye, Exeter and Durham, NH, to Kittery and York Harbor, Maine. Area hotels and inns are also offering special rates & packages the week of March 22nd.
Restaurant Week is a bi-annual culinary event which spotlights the Seacoast area as a culinary destination with a vibrant arts and cultural scene, and a wealth of historic attractions. Portsmouth was recently ranked on National Geographic Traveler's list of the globe's "Historic Places" - #26 in the world, and #6 in the U.S. We welcome you to get a taste of all the Seacoast has to offer during Restaurant Week Portsmouth.
3-course prix fixe menus: $16.95 per person for lunch, and $29.95 per person for dinner (does not include beverages, taxes or gratuity).
Reservations highly recommended - diners must contact the individual restaurant(s) of their choice.
Sponsored By:
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Participating Restaurants:
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York Harbor Inn Our view is a shore thing. Experience our historic AAA 3-diamond rated ocean view Inn with 47 guestrooms. Dine in our year-round award winning ocean view restaurant, recognized by Food & Wine Magazine. Or visit our Ship's Cellar Pub for casual fare and entertainment. (Lunch served in the Cellar Pub Mon.-Sat. only.) |
207-363-5119
Lunch daily starting at 11:30 am. Dinner nightly, 5:30-10 pm.
480 York Street, York Harbor, ME
*Dine and Stay package includes dinner for two, overnight lodging for two, continental breakfast, all taxes & gratuities for $140 (March 22-29, 2009)
Parking available.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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The Wellington Room In an intimate dining room where all guests enjoy spectacular views of the Piscataqua River, The Wellington Room is sure to be a memorable dining experience. Our chef hand selects local products of the best quality and freshness, and prepares all dishes himself... including the pastries. We offer a broad variety of cuisine and all dishes are made fresh to order (even the coffee), so special requests are welcome. |
603-431-2989
Dinner daily (during Restaurant Week) starting at 5 pm.
67 Bow Street, 2nd Floor, Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking, or High-Hanover Street garage.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Dinner Menu
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Three Chimneys Inn and ffrost Sawyer Tavern Built in 1649 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Three Chimneys Inn is one of the oldest homes in the State. This renovated bed & breakfast offers 23 guest rooms, dining and entertainment. Just an hour from Boston, and minutes from Portsmouth, Three Chimneys Inn is a hidden gem on the Seacoast. Delicious food and personable service has earned top billing from The Phantom Gourmet, accolades in Yankee Magazine and features on New Hampshire Chronicle. |
603-868-7800
Lunch, Tues-Sat. 11:30am-2:30pm. Dinner 7 nights, 5-9 pm.
17 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH
Parking available.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Stage Neck Inn Just minutes from downtown Portsmouth, Stage Neck Inn offers two unique oceanfront dining choices. Harbor Porches offers 270 degree panoramic views and an atmosphere reminiscent of the grand hotels of the 1920's. Sandpiper Bar & Grille overlooks the beach and stately seaside "summer cottages" and offers a casual, intimate dining experience. Join us for the ultimate coastal dining experience with menu selections and service that complement our setting. We are offering overnight accommodations at up to 50% off our standing rates … $80 double occupancy/per night Sun-Thurs, and $135 double occupancy/per night Fri-Sat, March 22 to 29, 2009.
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207-363-3850
Lunch, noon to 2pm. Extended lunch & lite dinner, noon-8pm Sun-Thurs (until 9pm Fri-Sat). Dinner daily, 6-8pm Sun-Thurs (until 9pm Fri-Sat).
8 Stage Neck Road, York Harbor, ME
Parking available.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Rudi's Portsmouth Lunch and dinner served daily in a cool, quiet, modernly classic atmosphere. Toast to the melody of our baby grand piano, the exclusivity of our wine offerings, and the approachability of a dinner menu comprised of savory, flavorful dishes at reasonable cost. Also offering a late night menu (after 10pm) in our original brass and oak sectioned lounge.
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603-430-7834
Lunch & Dinner daily, 11:30am to close.
20 High St., Portsmouth, NH
Parking on-site and in High-Hanover St. garage.
Rudi's Menu
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Robert's Maine Grill
Come to casual and friendly Robert's Maine Grill for delicious classic and updated Maine fare and glorious views of Kittery's Spruce Creek. We offer lobster, a table side Clambake for 2 and a Raw Bar. We grill, fry and sauté all local fish favorites. But it's not just seafood, there's Moxie BBQ Steak Tips, Wolfe Neck Farm Yankee Pot Roast, Buttermilk Fried Chicken… it's Maine comfort food done with local produce and proteins. The bar features an extensive list of Maine beers. We're across the street from sister restaurant and local landmark Bob's Clam Hut. |
207-439-0300
Lunch & Dinner, 11:30am-8:30pm Mon-Thurs., 11:30am-9pm Fri. & Sat., 11:30am-7:30pm Sunday
326 Route 1, Kittery, ME
On-site parking available.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers for 3-course menu.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Ristorante Massimo
Ristorante Massimo offers world-class Italian cuisine and outstanding hospitality in a quaint brick European ambiance that transports guests to Florence, Rome, and Venice. Massimo's offers a selection of exquisite Italian & Californian wines, and authentic dishes from all regions of Italy. From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, the executive chef creates each dish with a distinctive, refined touch. Massimo's selects the freshest seasonal ingredients, cures its own meats, and makes bread and pasta from scratch. This charming ristorante has been a consistent destination dining spot.
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603-436-4000
Dinner, Mon-Th. 5-9:30 pm, Fri. & Sat. 5-10:30 pm. *Open Sunday 5-9pm only during Restaurant Week.
59 Penhallow Street Portsmouth, NH
Valet parking available on Saturdays.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Dinner Menu
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Radici
Experience the authentic tastes of the old country in downtown Portsmouth. As you step inside, the low lights, candles and cool music create an intimate atmosphere as flavors mingle and simmer in the air, taking you away to Italian landscapes and seaside villas reminiscent of the "old country." |
603-373-6464
Dinner: Mon-Thurs. 5-9 pm. Fri. & Sat. 5-10 pm.
142 Congress St., Portsmouth, NH
Off-street parking.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Dinner Menu
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Portsmouth Gas Light Co.
The Portsmouth Gas Light Co. is appointed with rich textures of wood, brick and copper paying homage to the Gas Light Co.'s role in Portsmouth's storied history. Every week we burn more than a cord of aromatic wood in the brick oven kitchen to prepare our unique wood-fired bistro cuisine, including grilled burgers, chicken sandwiches, grilled chicken pasta, lobster stuffed haddock & braised short ribs. We offer locally brewed draft beer, a boutique style wine selection & national favorites. We hope you'll feel as at home at the Gas Light as we do. |
603-430-9122
Serving Lunch & Dinner. Sun-Thurs. 11:30 am-10 pm. Fri. & Sat. 11:30 am-11 pm.
64 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH
Parking available at High-Hanover Street garage.
Note: will not accept discount cards or offers during Restaurant Week.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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The Portsmouth Brewery
The Portsmouth Brewery, New Hampshire's original brewpub, has been serving great food and outstanding handcrafted beers in a friendly, lively atmosphere since 1991. Join us to sample our comprehensive menu of traditional and local fare in a warm and inviting establishment conveniently located just a hop, skip and a jump from downtown Market Square. |
603-431-1115
Open daily, 11:30am - 1am.
56 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH
Parking available in High-Hanover St. garage.
Note: will not accept discount offers during Restaurant Week.
Reservations not required.
Portsmouth Brewery Menu
*Restaurant Week menu includes 4 beer taste "paddle"
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Poco's Bow Street Cantina
Poco's Bow Street Cantina offers a great atmosphere and menu for all occasions. Whether you are looking for lunch on the water, a romantic dinner, or a night out with friends, Poco's is the perfect place to dine. |
603-431-5967
Open for Lunch & Dinner. Sun-Thurs. 11:30am-midnight (kitchen open til 10pm). Fri. & Sat. 11:30 - 12:30 (kitchen open til 10:30pm).
37 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH
We do not take reservations.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Pesce Blue
PESCE BLUE is an urban contemporary Italian seafood restaurant with an American perspective. The dinner menu features an extensive small plates/antipasti menu, hand made pasta, fresh seafood, and land food dishes conceived by Executive Chef James Walter and Cliffe Arrand, based on trips to Italy and their Italian approach to ingredients. All complimented by an extensive wine list with over 140 selections. The wine list focuses on regional Italian wines and boasts over 70 wines under $50. |
603-430-7766
Lunch, Mon-Fri. 12-2. Dinner 7 nights, 5 pm.
103 Congress St., Portsmouth, NH
Parking available in the city lot (pay & display).
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Come back for Sunday Brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. *(not part of Restaurant Week)
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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The Oar House
Located in the historic "Merchant's Row" building at the edge of Portsmouth's old harbor, The Oar House serves fine food in a setting filled with memento's of the cities long and proud maritime heritage. The Oar House specializes in seafood and New American cuisine, provides live music inside, Thursdays through Saturdays and has a waterfront deck which is open in the summer. |
603-436-4025
Lunch, Mon-Sat. 11:30am-3pm. Dinner, Mon-Sat. 5-9:30pm. Sunday Brunch 11:30am-3pm, and Dinner all day Sunday til 9pm.
55 Ceres Street, Portsmouth, NH
On-premise parking.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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McMenemy's
Restaurant & Pub Cozy up to the tastes of Ireland at McMenemy's, now open in historic down town Portsmouth. Serving classic Irish fare and American dishes, including Guinness Stew, Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, Fish & Chips, Lobster Mac & Cheese, and Meatloaf (served in both the restaurant and the pub). McMenemy's is comfortable, warm and affordable - the perfect place to enjoy a fireside drink or a meal with the family, as well as live Irish Music on Th. & Sat. and local talent on Friday. McMenemy's, a locally owned and operated restaurant, is a place for everyone. |
603-436-4747
Open daily, serving lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch.
177 State Street, Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking.
McMenemy's Menu
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The Library Restaurant, A Steak House
The Library Restaurant offers traditional New England fare surrounded by architectural treasures of an era gone by. The Library is prestigious while reasonably priced, with something for everyone through all seasons. It is the perfect setting for a business lunch or dinner. You also can enjoy lighter fare or a friendly cocktail in our lounge. |
603-431-5202
Lunch & Dinner daily 11:30am - 10:30pm.
401 State Street, Portsmouth, NH
Metered on-street parking available out front.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Library Menu
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Jumpin' Jay's Fish Café Jumpin' Jay's Fish Café offers the freshest seafood, delivered daily from fisherman locally and worldwide. Located just two blocks from downtown Market Square, Jumpin' Jay's is the destination for exceptional seafood. |
603-766-3474
Dinner, Mon-Thurs. 5:30-9pm. Fri. & Sat. 5-10pm. Sunday 5-9pm.
150 Congress St. Portsmouth, NH
Metered parking lot diagonally across the street.
Dinner Menu
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Harbor's Edge at the Sheraton Harborside Harbor's Edge Restaurant offers traditional New England cuisine with a traditional flair. Enjoy the sweeping harbor views while enjoying selections that include: Lobster chowder, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Grilled Maine Lobster or USDA Choice Steaks and Chops. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Brunch each Sunday from 7a.m. to noon. Complimentary valet parking. |
603-559-2626
Lunch, 11:30 am-2pm. Dinner, Sun-Thurs. 5-9pm. Fri. & Sat. 5-9:30 pm.
250 Market Street Portsmouth, NH
Valet and on-site parking available.
Note: Will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
*Special overnight packages at sheratonportsmouth.com/specials.cfm
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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The Green Monkey The Green Monkey offers New American Cuisine with a flare. Enjoy a unique and comfortable atmosphere while induldging in our exclusively designed martinis, specialty beers and wines from around the world. |
603-427-1010
Open for Dinner - 7 days a week from 5:00 pm.
86 Pleasant Street Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking.
Dinner Menu
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Epoch Restaurant & Bar at The Exeter Inn Newly renovated and located in the luxurious Exeter Inn, Epoch Restaurant & Bar is a casually elegant dining experience featuring seacoast products presented creatively. The award winning kitchen staff takes great pride in serving only the most exquisite food to their guests. |
603-778-3762
Dinner, 5:30-9pm Sun-Thurs., 5:30-10pm Fri. & Sat.
90 Front Street, Exeter, NH
Parking available on-site.
*Come back for breakfast, lunch or Sunday brunch (not part of Restaurant Week).
Dinner Menu
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The Dunaway Restaurant at Strawbery Banke Nestled by the west bank of the Piscataqua, a river integral to the maritime history of New England, The Dunaway serves Contemporary American Cuisine in the heart of a national historic treasure. With the abundance of commercial fishing boats riding the tides, local seafood is prime here, as is excellent regionally sourced land-based fare. In the spirit of traditional cooking, the cuisine draws heavily from fresh, local produce, including historic and rare herbs, fruits and vegetables grown at Strawbery Banke's own working kitchen gardens. |
603-373-6112
Dinner, Sun-Thurs. 5:30-9:30pm. Fri. & Sat. 5-10pm. *Closed Sunday, March 29.
66 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH
Parking available on-site.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week. Does not accept Portsmouth A La Carte cards.
Dinner Menu
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The Dolphin Striker Come in and relax, surrounded by the fine works of local artists, while you enjoy the extraordinary food, wine and service of an upscale restaurant in the comfortable setting of Portsmouth's historic riverfront. For espresso and dessert, wine with artisanal cheese and appetizers, or a full course experience, let us help you enjoy life's simple pleasures. |
603-431-5222
Dinner served every evening, 5-9:30 pm.
15 Bow St., Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking, or High-Hanover St. garage.
After dinner, visit the Spring Hill Tavern downstairs for live music, Tues-Sun., 9 pm-12:30 am.
Dinner Menu
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Cava Tapas and Wine Bar Cava, located in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth, features two wine bars and a chef's bar serving modern and classic Mediterranean cuisine. Our chef uses only the freshest seasonal products available to create his innovative menus. The "tapas" or small plates are all meant to be shared and enjoyed amongst friends. Cava's diverse international wine list is geared toward tasting, enjoyment and experimentation. |
603-319-1575
Afternoon tapas, daily 3:30-5:30 pm. Dinner, Sun-Thurs. 5:30 til 9 pm. Fri. & Sat. 5:30 til 10pm. Closed Tuesday.
10 Commercial Alley, Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking.
CAVA Menu
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The Carriage House Sit and relax in a casual setting, listen to some local chit chat and enjoy great food, wine, cocktails and service on the water at Rye Beach, NH. |
603-964-8251
Dinner, Sun-Thurs. 5-9 pm. Fri. & Sat. 5-10 pm.
2263 Ocean Blvd., Rye, NH
Parking available.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
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Cafe Mediterraneo The chefs and co-owners of this Italian bistro bring the flavor of Boston's North End to Portsmouth. A two-time recipient of Yankee magazine's Editor's Pick award, Cafe Med (as the regulars call it) has grown over the years, becoming a fixture in one of the highest-traveled areas of Portsmouth. We welcome new patrons and faithful regulars to enjoy Cafe Med's continued success. |
603-427-5563
Lunch, Mon-Sat. 11:30am-2pm. Dinner, Mon-Th. 5-9:30pm, Fri. & Sat. 5-10pm. Sunday 3pm-9:30pm.
119 Congress St. Portsmouth, NH
Parking in pay & display lot behind building.
Note: Will not accept Portsmouth A La Carte cards.
Cafe Med Menu
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Brazo Restaurant At Brazo, Latin American culture has finally found a home. Located in the heart of the eclectically stylish Portsmouth, Brazo showcases exciting Latin and South American cuisine finely prepared-but never overly so-highlighted by locally grow produce, fresh fish and the finest meats. Brazo is a vacation afor the senses featuring Cuban, Latin and Spanish music and a bar filled with exotic rums, tequilas and pisco. |
603-431-0050
Dinner - 7 days a week from 5:00 pm.
75 Pleasant St., Portsmouth, NH
Come back for our Live Jazz Sunday Brunch, 10am-2pm (not part of Restaurant Week)
Dinner Menu
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Blue Mermaid Island Grill The Blue Mermaid is a Caribbean-inspired restaurant located in downtown Portsmouth. We serve the most flavorful food you can imagine and our innovative menu is inspired by the fun and festive foods of the Caribbean. Come in and enjoy our friendly service, eclectic atmosphere and Portsmouth's best margaritas, tropical coolers and unique draft beer selection. |
603-427-2583
Lunch & Dinner daily. Mon-Thurs. 11:30 am-9 pm. Fri. & Sat. 11:30 am-10 pm. Sun. 10 am-9 pm.
409 The Hill, Portsmouth, NH
Parking available.
Note: Will accept discount cards and offers only on regular menu orders - not special 3-course menus.
Come back for our Sunday brunch, 10am-2pm *(not part of Restaurant Week)
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Black Trumpet Bistro Black Trumpet is a two-story bistro and wine bar in the heart of Portsmouth's historic old port. Both floors offer views of the Piscataqua River and the oft-photographed tugboats that still escort enormous tankers into the harbor. Black Trumpet's cuisine reflects the chef-owner's culinary curiosity, drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean as well as the Americas. A typical Black Trumpet menu may include influences from Spain, North Africa, Turkey and the Mexican heartland. |
603-431-0887
Dinner nightly from 5:30 pm.
29 Ceres St., Portsmouth, NH
On-street metered parking, or High-Hanover St. parking garage.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
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Anneke Jans Anneke Jans is a neighborhood bistro style restaurant where old and new friends gather to eat delicious food, and drink good wine. Our menu changes often, and parking is easy. Come and enjoy an evening with us. Book your reservations by phone, or online at www.annekejans.net.
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207-439-0001
Dinner nightly, 5-10pm.
60 Wallingford Square, Kittery, Maine
On-street parking.
Note: will not accept discount cards or other offers during Restaurant Week.
Dinner Menu
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Acorn's at the New England Center Acorns is renowned for its exquisite gourmet cuisine. Our innovative chef and his skilled staff will prepare a culinary experience that your guests will rave about. Enjoy mouth-watering fare in our main dining room, which features a dramatic fieldstone fireplace that is the perfect centerpiece for your special occasion.
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603-862-2815
Lunch, Mon-Sat. 11:30am-1:30pm. Dinner, Mon-Sat. 5-9pm.
New England Center Hotel & Conference Center, 15 Strafford Ave., Durham, NH (on the UNH campus)
*Offering one night's lodging and dinner for two at Acorn's (prix fixe menu) for $149 inclusive during Restaurant Week.
Come back for our Sunday Jazz Brunch, wine tastings and special-themed events.
Lunch Menu Dinner Menu
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Welcome to Restaurant Week at Redhook Brewery's Cataqua Public House. We have great service, great food and of course great beer. For our full menu, a list of events and tour information please visit Redhook.com.
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603-430-8600
35 Corporate Dr., Pease Int'l Tradeport, Portsmouth, NH 03801
The Redhhook Ale Brewery Cataqua Pub is open daily: Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sun., Noon to 6:30 p.m. (Please note, the Restaurant Week menu will only be available after 5 p.m.)
Dinner Menu
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Restaurant Week Portsmouth is a bi-annual event, coming again this fall! November 8-15th, 2009. Check back here for updates... or call the Chamber at 603-610-5510.
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RESTAURANT WEEK
KICKOFF PARTY,
Saturday, March 21, 5-8pm, Portsmouth Gas Light Co. 3rd floor nightclub. For details, click here.
Media contact:
Tom Cocchiaro, Communications Manager, tcocchiaro@
portsmouthchamber.org.
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