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The Library Restaurant
Join us for traditional New England fare, while 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 luncheon or dinner. You can also enjoy lighter fare or a friendly cocktail in our lounge. Our dining and board rooms are always available for private functions.
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98 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 98 reviews
5 stars
(59)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(70)
- romantic(50)
- fit for foodies(36)
- notable wine list(34)
- neighborhood gem(33)
- good for groups(27)
The Library Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and service. Love the history of the building and the ambience. Would highly recommend this restaurant. My wife said she would love to go there again on our next visit to Portsmouth only 40 miles away. The Library is much better than that highly rated Restaurant Massimo which we went the night before which we will never go back to Massimo again. When we talked to the local's in Portsmouth most everyone would agree with me and picked the Library as an excellent dining experience."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 2 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Graduation Day
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When we arrived the restaurant was pretty full, I ordered a drink and it took 15 minutes to deliver it to my table, although because of the wait, the waiter gave me a very generous drink, which was nice. From then on things went a lot smoother. Second and third drinks were delivered promptly. We ordered our food and it came out in a reasonable time. Everyone seemed to enjoy the experience and we would recommend this restaurant, but only for special occasions, as the bill was 516 dollars for 7 people. A bit out of my price range for what we got, but a nice experience all around."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 3 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Library Restaurant in Psmth
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food is excellent and the service was outstanding! Always one of my favorites!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the Library!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second time at The Library and I loved it both times. The food is excellent, the service great, and the ambience very relaxing. I highly recommend it."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A let Down
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first dining experience at the Library Restaurant ... So our expectations were that we were going to a very special place with a great history , and for the most part , the restaurant itself was very nice with the all the wood ceilings and lighting and such , the bookcases filled with books dividing the room was good.. The problem was the food . The apps were ok .. . I has a bone in rib eye and it was good for the most part,it was cooked properly , but it wasn't an exceptionally good steak .. Not 33$ good .. The side dishes of Roasted garlic mashed potatoes and summer squash both fell flat on there face because they were devoid of seasoning , this dining experience was just AVERAGE! That's all I can say.. We didn't get wowed !"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 6 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely old room to admire.
But, be prepared to pay extra for vegetables, sauces, dressings or even anchovies on your Caesar Salad.
Server was knowledgeable but harried being a Saturday night.
Dinner reservation was at 7P.M., it took a half hour to find parking as the public garage was filled."
But, be prepared to pay extra for vegetables, sauces, dressings or even anchovies on your Caesar Salad.
Server was knowledgeable but harried being a Saturday night.
Dinner reservation was at 7P.M., it took a half hour to find parking as the public garage was filled."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 7 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fit for any occasion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have now been to the library a dozen times, and would go again on my next dining out opportunity...I really enjoy the service and the food is great...great steaks, great options...food prepared and served with great consistency...my wife and I enjoy date night or dinner with friends!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 8 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great and our service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great and our service was awesome"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very delicious food. expensive.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very delicious food. expensive. good place for conversation yet still a nice night out."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! We
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! We went this past Saturday night and it was everything you would expect in a steakhouse and more!! Melt in your mouth meats cooked to perfection, great appetizers and a wonder ambiance. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I had a wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I had a wonderful visit to the Library. It was our first but not last visit. The restaurant was elegant, the staff friendly and the food most delightful!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 12 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for Restaurant Week.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went for Restaurant Week. The Restaurant Week menu had great choices but we decided to order off the Restaurant Week menu. Our meal was excellent. The portions were great. I did take part of my meal home with me. My husband ate all of his. We ordered the Land and Sea dinner which was jumbo sea scallops and tenderloin tips, garlic mashed potatoes and vegetable of the day. My husband also ordered a salad and I had soup. It was reasonably priced. I would recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great time. Have already
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a great time. Have already reccomended it."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The menu was fantastic from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu was fantastic from appetizer to dessert. We had a great time."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had dinner during restaurant
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had dinner during restaurant week this past Sunday at the Library. Unfortunately our experience was underwhelming but based on online reviews and word of mouth our meal was most likely an aberration. To begin, the restaurant is gorgeous, it feels like you're eating in Bruce Wayne's mansion. Our waitress was very nice, helpful, and pleasant in answering any questions. We ordered clam chowder and french onion soup for our appetizers. My husband said the clam chowder was alright but lacked any real taste and didn't have enough clams. My french onion soup was good but way too hot, it was frustrating because I was enjoying it but it was burning my mouth. We both ordered the pork loin and were disappointed at how dry it was. It was har"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Portsmouth restaurant week,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Portsmouth restaurant week, decided to try a new (to us) restaurant. What a find, great food, superb service, unusual décor. We will be back !"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
TOP STEER
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I think that this is the best restaurant in Portsmouth NH and I have eaten in most of them more than once. Great steaks and great side dishes, beautiful (historic) space, excellent service, what more do you want?
Oh, you want cheap? Not here. You get what you pay for and here prices are as good or better than other high end restaurants where you can get a seat - but they are NOT cheap. I think the Library beats Ruths Chris, Mortons, all those BIG MEAT chains on QUALITY 1st and on PRICE 2nd. On AMBIANCE the Library - in a beqatuful histoic room - is in an entirely different (higher) class than the competitors (? - those competitors do not exist locally so does this matter?)"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Special Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The wine list was out of my reach, though there were some excellent choices. This certainly turned out to be the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. It was a comfortable environment and the service most congenial and prompt, but we were not rushed in any way. I am a desert fan, so the meal was ended on a very high note. We will go again to celebrate another occasion and may even invite close friends to join us."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great dinner as everything
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great dinner as everything went perfectly from the reservation to the seating to the waitress to the serving of the food. It was our first time there and the place was just great. Food was excellent as was our service. Have told everyone we have met since to go there, was recomended by a friend from Portsmouth."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Library is always a favorite.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Library is always a favorite. It was restaurant week, a nice crowd. There was also a retirement party w/a women who laughed like a screaming hyena. The staff was very apologetic, not the restaurant's fault.
The Library has always been delicious. I don't know why I went out during restaurant week, and then ordered off the special menu. The potatoes were over the golden brown and delicious level, and the few veggies were limp and over cooked.
I will be back, but not for restaurant week ever again."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice place. Very quiet.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice place. Very quiet. Food & Drinks were prepared well and very tasty. I get the impression that loud fun may not work in this restaurant. Went with hubby and had a wonderful romantic meal."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My family and I had a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family and I had a wonderful Easter dinner. The seafood tower was wonderful and fresh, the steaks perfectly prepared and the sides especially the asparagus and steak fries great. The peanut butter pie was a big hit as well."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Easter lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed Easter lunch. My only objection is the service was slow.
The waiter was hopping but they did not seem staffed appropriately. He was busy the whole time but it took at least 10 minutes to clear each course.
There should have been more help due to the mostly large parties. Most were 5+. An extra set of hands would haveajpr a huge difference. Food was, as always, outstanding."
The waiter was hopping but they did not seem staffed appropriately. He was busy the whole time but it took at least 10 minutes to clear each course.
There should have been more help due to the mostly large parties. Most were 5+. An extra set of hands would haveajpr a huge difference. Food was, as always, outstanding."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 24 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Library never fails to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Library never fails to deliver--good food, wonderful service, and great ambiance."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good steaks and great potatoes
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good steaks and great potatoes au gratin. We went for dinner on a Saturday night expecting a quiet dinner for two, and that was not what we were in for. The room was loud, and the first dinning room that I ever thought had the lights too bright. Service was fine.
Steaks were good, but my medium rare was the same as my wife's medium. I wouldn't mention it, but this is a steak house. Good wine list, but lacking options by the glass.
If you are looking for a place for a group this might be a great spot, if you are looking for a quiet dinner this is not your place."
Steaks were good, but my medium rare was the same as my wife's medium. I wouldn't mention it, but this is a steak house. Good wine list, but lacking options by the glass.
If you are looking for a place for a group this might be a great spot, if you are looking for a quiet dinner this is not your place."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 26 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Deserves all the praise it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Deserves all the praise it gets.
You want quality?
You want service?
You have to pay for it.
It's worth it. The way it should be."
You want quality?
You want service?
You have to pay for it.
It's worth it. The way it should be."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great atmosphere!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What stands out about The Library Restaurant is the decor and ambiance. You get to eat surrounded by books in a beautifully decorated, classic library setting. The brie appetizer was amazing! Three of us ordered the frittatas and they were a little on the bland side. Service was a bit slow, but not too bad as we were enjoying a leisurely Sunday brunch. I would definitely go again, I would just order a different entree."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my first time here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first time here and it was great! The menu was fabulous, the food fantastic and moderately priced for the options. Great for a date night or special night out for couples."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
excellent food, but such high
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"excellent food, but such high prices!!!! way too much to spend on 2 people!! The meal should include sides - you shouldn't have to pay extra"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the interior and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the interior and the atmosphere. Lots of character. Food was delicious. My fiance had a peppercorn filet which was incredible. Highly recommend. Overall great experience."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
MY WIFE AND I WENT FOR LUNCH
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"MY WIFE AND I WENT FOR LUNCH ON A SATURDAY IN FEBRUARY. THE SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT AND THE ALL-WOOD TRADITIONAL INTERIOR IS CHARMING. MUCH APPRECIATED WAS THAT THE DINING ROOOM WAS QUIET SO IT WAS EASY TO CONVERSE. THE FOOD WAS VERY GOOD."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 32 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not your usual Steakhouse
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Library atmoshere was very inviting, on a cold snowy February night, fireplace blazing and warm wood paneling throughout.
We were seated promptly, and our table for 2, although small, was cozy and close to the fire.
Bookcases lining the aisles, create a unique buffer from noisy tables and allow for a romantic dinner.
We ordered salads to start, and the house salad was crisp and fresh.
Chopped salad was a disappointment,however, too many chopped olives, and salty flavor.
My husband's steak was cooked to perfection and was better than steaks at some of the better known steak restaurants, and the cauliflower side was delicious.
Onion rings could have been crisper, but were also very good.
A great find in POrtsmouth!"
We were seated promptly, and our table for 2, although small, was cozy and close to the fire.
Bookcases lining the aisles, create a unique buffer from noisy tables and allow for a romantic dinner.
We ordered salads to start, and the house salad was crisp and fresh.
Chopped salad was a disappointment,however, too many chopped olives, and salty flavor.
My husband's steak was cooked to perfection and was better than steaks at some of the better known steak restaurants, and the cauliflower side was delicious.
Onion rings could have been crisper, but were also very good.
A great find in POrtsmouth!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 33 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent all around experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent all around experience."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 34 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Portsmouth Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The library is a wonderfully historic restaurant with an incredible decor. Food is fabulous and service was great. We are Portsmouth residents are the Librbary is one of our favorite local restaurants in the city."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best meal I've had in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best meal I've had in a long time! Great atmosphere and even better staff. This is definitely a restaurant you will go back to!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were fantastic"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food especially the steak
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food especially the steak was outstanding, although he fish,baked haddock,was a bit dry. The service was appropriately attentive and professional and the ambiance is classy and romantic."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Happy Anniversary"
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our 4th visit to "The Library" & we were not disappointed. My wife & I were celebrating the 34th anniversary of our first meeting. We have several favorites in Portsmouth, but "The Library" is heads above all others."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I always enjoy the Library.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I always enjoy the Library. I take all my friends and guest to visit the library. Never but praise for the food and help."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 40 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second time here. Very nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Second time here. Very nice spot. Rivals most high end steak houses."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Usually one of our favorite
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Usually one of our favorite places for dinner, this time both meals came well done and our waiter never checked back in with us. Restaurant was busy with corporate tables and we were the unlucky forgotten table. I guess my feedback now for this restaurant would be if you walk in and see that it is busy with large tables then you should turn back around or maybe eat at the bar."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 42 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An off night, but still darn good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A little off on this visit. Perhaps an early Sunday dinner isn't a good time for this usually great restaurant.
Very quiet and dull at first but then it seemed to pickup and overwhelm the wait staff.
Steak prep off the mark. 1 of 4 prepared as ordered."
Very quiet and dull at first but then it seemed to pickup and overwhelm the wait staff.
Steak prep off the mark. 1 of 4 prepared as ordered."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went here for brunch - alert-
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here for brunch - alert- they don't open til 11:30 and won't open the door 1 minute before then - seems late for brunch to me. Good brunch menu with reasonable prices and good (but not great) service. Only 3 tables occupied in the restaurant and there was not wait staff on the floor for 10 minutes at a time.
Lovely room and good food just know what to expect."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2002
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Review 44 for The Library Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This resturant has such great food and service. This was our 2nd time eating at the Library and we drove all the way there from CT! Well worth the drive!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Library Restaurant
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate