Adam G.
8/20/2025
The Library hosted our wedding reception. It was everything we were hoping for and then some. The atmosphere was incredibly intimate. The service was exceptionally professional. The food was...
The Library Restaurant
$$$
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401 State St Unit 5
Portsmouth, NH 03801
An exquisite restaurant where art and great food intertwine. Built in 1886, rich in history and glamour, the Library has hosted 7 presidents under its painted fresco ceilings and is one of the most upscale steakhouses and eminent private dining spaces on the East Coast. Based in the grand and historic Rockingham House on the National Register of Historic buildings, steps from the center of Portsmouth. One of the Seacoasts‘ best loved restaurants for generations. The Library Restaurant is renowned for outstanding ambience, USDA prime steaks, award-winning cocktails, warm staff and a conscientious approach to sourcing only the highest quality ingredients.
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3.5444 reviews
Mark M.
7/25/2025
We went to The Library to celebrate my stepdaughters 30 birthday! The venue is amazing!! The deep history of the building and who all has stayed and eaten there is awesome!! The service was spot...
Chris G.
7/12/2025
The folks who work here are awesome. The food is great. Would is say it's necessarily life changing? No. But is it worth recommending to your friends/family? Yes. We came with no reservation, no...
Daisy W.
3/26/2025
I was extremely disappointed with the service and the actions of the management of this restaurant. I took my husband for his birthday. We paid $675 for dinner for two. We purchased a bottle of...
Nicole N.
12/6/2024
The Library Restaurant was stunning inside! The architecture and decor were beautiful. We had a dinner reservation for thanksgiving. The restaurant was absolutely packed. Although we had a...
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