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The Galley Hatch, Hampton, NH

The Galley Hatch

4.7
4.7
707 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Established in 1970 by the late Mike and Kay Tinios, the Galley Hatch has been a seacoast favorite restaurant for 50 years. An extensive menu offers traditional American Food highlighting New England seasonality and serves lunch and dinner daily. Collectively, the Three Dining rooms, Tap Room, and four season Lower Deck, provide seating for over 400 guests. With sky-lit dining areas, a fireplace, wooden booths, and large round tables, The Galley Hatch boasts a charming and cozy New England ambiance.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (603) 926-6152
  • Website
    https://galleyhatch.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jeff Schneider
  • Private party facilities
    With a variety of menus and rooms available; our team of experts will guide you through room and menu selection and work with you fine-tuning all of the details to ensure your Private Dining experience is perfectly tailored to fit the needs of you and your guests.
  • Location
    325 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH 03842
  • Neighbourhood
    Hampton
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

experience firsthand the luscious indulgences of cakes, pastries, and prepared foods in our warm inviting atmosphere surrounded by an eclectic mix of unique gifts, books, and wines.

Bakery

  • Cakes

    our cakes are award-winning! freshly made and available for carryout. selection and size may vary but can be reserved for next day pick-up. we also offer sheet cakes and custom cake orders with advance notice.

    • European Style Pastry

      we have 20 pastries to choose from and there is always a great assortment available! fresh, luscious, decadent; some chocolate; some creamy; all yummy. you just gotta try one of these mouth-watering desserts! great for a special treat, dessert, a gift, or just because you feel like it.

      • Prepared Foods

        need a quick snack? or a fast meal? we offer prepared to-go foods that are made right in our galley hatch kitchen! we are committed to ensuring everything is fresh and made from only quality ingredients. we also offer snacks, candies, nuts, drinks, and other assortments. come see us when you're in the neighborhood!

        • Coffee

          need some really good java? whether you brew your own at home or want our baristas to brew you a cup of cappuccino or espresso, we feature rao's coffee roasting co. renowned for roasting small hand-crafted batches of the highest quality green (fresh) coffee bean from around the world. bring home whole beans or we can freshly grind it for you.

          Cake And Pastry - Special Occasion Cakes

          • Chocolate, Vanilla

            • Marble With Buttercream Frosting

              Cake And Pastry - Specialty Cakes

              • Carrot Cake

                • Chocolate Mousse

                  • Double Chocolate Mousse

                    • Lemon Raspberry

                      • Chocolate Raspberry

                        • Boston Cream

                          • Strawberry Gateau

                            • Chocolate Mint

                              • Red Velvet

                                • Italian Rum

                                  • Strawberry Almond Torte

                                    • Strawberry Chocolate Ganache

                                      • Chocolate Caramel Cream Cake

                                        Cake And Pastry - Pies

                                        • Apple

                                          • Blueberry

                                            • Cherry

                                              • Banana Cream

                                                • Chocolate Cream

                                                  • Coconut Cream

                                                    • Key Lime

                                                      • Lemon Meringue

                                                        Cake And Pastry - Pastries

                                                        • Cannoli

                                                          • Carrot Cake

                                                            • Cheesecake

                                                              • Chocolate Caramel Cake

                                                                • Chocolate Mousse Cup

                                                                  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Bar

                                                                    • Cupcakes

                                                                      • French Apple Crisp

                                                                        • Fresh Fruit Tart

                                                                          • Key Lime Pie

                                                                            • Mini Pies

                                                                              • Mocha Brownie

                                                                                • Napoleon

                                                                                  • Rosebud

                                                                                    • Seven Layer Brownie

                                                                                      • Strawberry Glacier

                                                                                        • Sugar Free Puff

                                                                                          • Tiramisu

                                                                                            • Total Chocolate Experience

                                                                                              • Total Chocolate Mousse

                                                                                                • Vanilla Cake

                                                                                                  • Whoopie Pie And Éclair

                                                                                                    Cake And Pastry - Other Goodies

                                                                                                    • Chocolate Chip Cookies

                                                                                                      • Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

                                                                                                        • Decorated Seasonal Sugar Cookies

                                                                                                          • Assorted Tea Bread Loafs

                                                                                                            Last updated: August 29, 2023

                                                                                                            What 707 people are saying

                                                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                            4.7
                                                                                                            4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                            • 4.6Food
                                                                                                            • 4.8Service
                                                                                                            • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                                            • 4.3Value

                                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                                            • New Hampshire

                                                                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                                            • New Hampshire

                                                                                                              American

                                                                                                            • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

                                                                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                                            • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

                                                                                                              American

                                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                            The Galley Hatch offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests appreciate the "variety of menu choices" and the delicious bakery treats. The "professional and friendly" staff enhance the visit, making it a favorite for locals. While some mention noise levels, the overall atmosphere remains inviting and comfortable.

                                                                                                            707 Reviews

                                                                                                            1. Patty

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                              Service was great, busy night for Valentine’s Day. Had the broiled seafood platter. Not really impressed with it. Husband got fried oysters which were good and our daughter had volka chicken parm special which was good .

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                                                                                                            2. Amy

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                              The food and service was incredible. The seating wasn’t the best and not much ambience.

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                                                                                                            3. Kelli

                                                                                                              Philadelphia

                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Our server Kylie was amazing! Katy , Farrah and Anne make the experience that much better. Love this restaurant!!!

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                                                                                                            4. Gary and Carol

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Wonderful lunch and terrific service! We will be back!

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                                                                                                            5. Joel

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              7 reviews

                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                              7 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on February 2, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              The prime rib was outstanding. The fillet was very disappointing. I ordered a fillet medium rare the first one came out charred on the outside and dry on the inside. The second one came back charred on the outside but sill moist on the inside. Sadly, this was the worst fillet I have ever been served. The taste of the burnt outside of the overwhelmed the flavor of the meat and tasted like a charcoal briquette. This is a one off usually the food is excellent, and I hope they just had a new chef who did not know how to cook a fillet.

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                                                                                                            6. Michellelee

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Good was excellent and the service was fantastic!

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                                                                                                            7. April

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on January 17, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              Not a great food experience. Very salty calamari. Mediocre meals overall. Service was great.

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                                                                                                            8. Brenda

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on January 4, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                              Lots of food options and good food and pricing and wait staff was professional

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                                                                                                            9. Anthony

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              15 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              15 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on January 3, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Excellent food and service. Our waitress, Sadie, was outstanding, attentive, and friendly. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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                                                                                                            10. Elaine

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on January 3, 2025

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              Food and service - awesome! Our booth was a little chilly by the window.

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                                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                                            The Galley Hatch offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (603) 926-6152.

                                                                                                            The Galley Hatch is rated 4.7 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                            Make a reservation

                                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                                            7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                            Booked 4 times today

                                                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                            Google Map for The Galley Hatch

                                                                                                            325 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH 03842

                                                                                                            Dining areas

                                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                              Hampton
                                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
                                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                                              American, Seafood, Mediterranean
                                                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                                                              Casual Dining
                                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                                              Casual Dress
                                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                                              Public Lot
                                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                                                              Jeff Schneider
                                                                                                            • Additional
                                                                                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                            • Website
                                                                                                              https://galleyhatch.com/
                                                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                                                              (603) 926-6152
                                                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                                                              With a variety of menus and rooms available; our team of experts will guide you through room and menu selection and work with you fine-tuning all of the details to ensure your Private Dining experience is perfectly tailored to fit the needs of you and your guests.
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