Restaurant Week Portsmouth & The Seacoast
A straightforward guide to Restaurant Week in Portsmouth and the Seacoast, including participating JGroup Hospitality restaurants, menus, and how to plan your visit.
Spring Restaurant Week
April 9–18, 2026
Restaurant Week is one of the best times to dine out in Portsmouth and the Seacoast. Participating restaurants offer multi-course menus at a set price, giving you a chance to experience each restaurant in a new way.
This page is updated each season with the latest Restaurant Week menus from JGroup Hospitality restaurants.
This season includes a few highlights, including Street Portsmouth’s first Restaurant Week, a new West End experience at Nisi, an Italian-inspired menu at Ore Nell’s, and a Restaurant Week food drive at Moxy supporting the local community.
Where to Go for Restaurant Week
Each restaurant offers a different experience, from seafood and raw bar to barbecue, Japanese cuisine, and casual global dishes.
Seafood & date night: Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe
Lively small plates: Moxy
Refined Japanese: Nichinan
Casual and energetic (first Restaurant Week!): Street Portsmouth
Barbecue with an Italian twist: Ore Nell’s
New Greek restaurant in the West End: Nisi
Bold Mexican flavors: Vida Cantina
JGroup Restaurants Participating in Restaurant Week
Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe
Portsmouth, NH (Downtown)
Dinner • $52 • Three Courses
Jumpin’ Jay’s Restaurant Week menu highlights what the restaurant is known for fresh seafood, thoughtful preparation, and a classic fish house experience in downtown Portsmouth. The Restaurant Week menu is available during dinner service, with the regular menu also available.
Make a reservation
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Moxy
Portsmouth, NH (Downtown)
Dinner • $42 • Four Courses
Moxy’s Restaurant Week menu is designed around bold, shareable small plates with a four-course format. The menu is available during dinner service only, and the regular menu will not be available during Restaurant Week.
During Restaurant Week, Moxy is also hosting a food drive. Guests who bring a non-perishable food donation will receive a dessert voucher to use on a future visit.
Make a reservation
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Nichinan
Portsmouth, NH (Downtown)
Dinner • $52 • Four Courses
Nichinan offers a curated four-course Restaurant Week experience focused on balance, technique, and seasonality. The Restaurant Week menu is available alongside their regular menu.
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Street Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH (West End)
Lunch & Dinner • $42 • Three Courses
Walk-ins only
Street Portsmouth is joining Restaurant Week for the first time, bringing a fun, casual approach with a three-course menu built around bold, globally inspired dishes. The menu is available during lunch and dinner, excluding brunch service, with walk-ins only throughout the week.
Nisi Greek Kitchen + Bar
Portsmouth, NH (West End)
Lunch & Dinner • $32 Lunch / $42 Dinner • Three & Four Courses
Nisi Greek Kitchen + Bar is a new addition to Portsmouth’s West End, making Restaurant Week a great time to experience it for the first time. The menu includes both a three-course lunch and four-course dinner, highlighting fresh ingredients and bold Mediterranean flavors.
Make a reservation
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Ore Nell’s Barbecue Kittery
Kittery, ME
Dinner • $42 • Three Courses
Ore Nell’s Restaurant Week menu leans into bold barbecue flavors with a unique Italian-inspired twist this season. The regular menu will also be available, and the casual setting makes it an easy option for a relaxed night out.
Make a reservation
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Vida Cantina
Portsmouth, NH
Dinner • $52 • Three Courses
Vida Cantina’s Restaurant Week menu features bold, regional Mexican flavors with a three-course dinner format. It’s a great option for a vibrant, flavor-driven night out, with a menu designed specifically for Restaurant Week.
Planning Your Restaurant Week Visit
Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends
Some restaurants offer lunch and dinner, others are dinner only
Street Portsmouth is walk-in only during Restaurant Week
Moxy will only offer its Restaurant Week menu during the event
Moxy is hosting a Restaurant Week food drive. Bring a non-perishable item to receive a dessert voucher for a future visit
Midweek reservations are typically easier to get
Make It a Night Out
Restaurant Week is a great time to plan a night or weekend in Portsmouth and the Seacoast. With restaurants across downtown Portsmouth and nearby Kittery, staying overnight at The Sailmaker’s House, Hotel Thaxter, or Water Street Inn makes it easy to explore more than one spot and enjoy the experience at your own pace.
FAQs
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Reservations are recommended at most restaurants, especially for dinner service. Some locations may accommodate walk-ins based on availability.
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This varies by restaurant. Some offer only the Restaurant Week menu, while others also serve their regular menu.
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Some restaurants offer both, while others participate during dinner only.
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Yes. Restaurant Week menus are updated each season.
What to Expect
Multi-course menus at a set price
A mix of signature dishes and seasonal offerings
A busy dining week across Portsmouth and the Seacoast
A chance to try new restaurants or revisit favorites
About JGroup Hospitality
JGroup Hospitality operates independent restaurants across Portsmouth, Kittery, Exeter, Epping, and Concord. Each restaurant offers its own approach, from seafood and barbecue to global and seasonal cuisine.