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Ristorante Massimo, Portsmouth, NH

Ristorante Massimo

4.8
4.8
2833 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Please Note: Online Reservations are for our Main indoor dining room ONLY. Please call us directly for WIne Bar options at 603.436.4000. We reserve the right to charge $20.00 per person cancelation fee, please call us by 12:00p.m.. the day of your reservation to avoid possible cancelation fees.~~~~~~ Nestled like a hidden jewel in historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Massimo's warmly lit brick and stone grotto walls, fresh flowers and oil paintings of magnificent Italian landscapes transports guests to Florence, Rome and Venice. Guests relax in a richly appointed atmosphere beneath mahogany-beamed ceilings and private parties unwind in their own intimate dining room. Ristorante Massimo offers authentic dishes from all regions of Italy. From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, our executive chef creates each dish with a distinctive, refined touch as found in some of the world's most celebrated restaurants. **limited dining room availability offered online**

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (603) 436-4000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jethro Loichle
  • Private party facilities
    Please Note: limited seating during the next few month - Ristorante Massimo is the perfect setting for celebrating a special occasion or hosting a corporate event. Here guests can enjoy customized menus, an intimate setting and impeccable service. Our elegant private dining room can accommodate up to 20 guests and special arrangements can be made for larger groups. State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment is available. We look forward to taking personal care of every detail of your entertaining needs.
  • Neighbourhood
    Portsmouth
  • Cross Street
    State Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Our staff!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 2,833 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Hampshire

    Best Food

  • New Hampshire

    Best Ambience

  • New Hampshire

    Best Value

  • New Hampshire

    Great for fine wines

  • New Hampshire

    Romantic

  • New Hampshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Food

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Ambience

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Value

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Romantic

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ristorante Massimo offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional service" and "delicious Italian cuisine," set in an "authentic and romantic atmosphere." Guests rave about the attentive staff, led by the hospitable Massimo himself, who ensures each visit is memorable. Ideal for special occasions, this Portsmouth gem is a must-visit.

2,833 Reviews
  1. Paul

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience! Food was amazing. We did have one large group next to us that was very loud, but fortunately they did leave before our meals arrived. Wonderful atmosphere and excellent staff.

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  2. Victoria

    Richmond

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service impeccable! Presentation beautiful! Ambiance like restaurants in Rome!Romantic venue for a special dinner!

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  3. Mark

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What’s not to love? We brought our adult daughters along for our annual anniversary/holiday dinner, and they only added to the validation of how amazing this restaurant truly is. One pescatarian, one vegan, both satisfied and smiling! Chef made a custom vegan dish just for us, and it was fabulous. Great drinks, wine, appetizers… love sitting in the bar, too!

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  4. Heather

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing , best of the best. The ambience was perfect . We found the menu to be a bit of a struggle as the options were very limited . Would have enjoyed a few more options and choices of pasta.

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  5. alexandra

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service. A superior meal. Staff was kind and helpful, welcoming us to a lovely, warm interior on a cold night in Portsmouth. Much appreciated.

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  6. Ken

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    As always the food was excellent ( one of my favorite restaurants) starters- carbonara is Phenomenal! Forget about the appetizer portion and split the entree portion. Main course - veal Chop, grilled perfectly veggies weee excellent along with the Demi glaze . Halibut was also excellent just a little small on the portion size. Only gripe- waiter was spread too thin or took his eyes off the room. Empty water glasses constantly ( should have someone busting walking around handling that part of the experience. Slow service dessert as our espresso and espresso were done before the dessert cam out! You know they are already portioned in the fridge waiting to be served not being made (don’t insult my intelligence) we have been here dozens of times!

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  7. Linda

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner! Loved the carbonara!! Will dine there again. Great wines.

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  8. Joshua

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience for my fiancé’s birthday celebration. The food and ambiance were spectacular, and Chris our server was outstanding. Speaking as a chef and an industry professional I feel we had an excellent experience and can’t wait to come back. Cheers!

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  9. Ryan

    New Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic, service was amazing. Perfect to celebrate a special occasion

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  10. Melanie

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is beautiful with brick and stone walls with large paintings. The staff is incredible and down to Earth. Everyone was attentive, kind, and had a great sense of humor. The dishes were excellent!

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FAQs

Ristorante Massimo is rated 4.8 stars by 2833 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Ristorante Massimo

59 Penhallow Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Portsmouth
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jethro Loichle
  • Entertainment
    Our staff!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (603) 436-4000
  • Private party facilities
    Please Note: limited seating during the next few month - Ristorante Massimo is the perfect setting for celebrating a special occasion or hosting a corporate event. Here guests can enjoy customized menus, an intimate setting and impeccable service. Our elegant private dining room can accommodate up to 20 guests and special arrangements can be made for larger groups. State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment is available. We look forward to taking personal care of every detail of your entertaining needs.
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