Green Elephant (Portsmouth) atmosphere, creativity, service, drinks- vegan Thai food that will turn even the worst skeptic into a believer

Otis (Exeter) formal and fun, make sure to get the late reservation so you don’t feel rushed

Massimo (Portsmouth) elegant, upscale Italian with top notch service

Cava (Portsmouth) quaint, great wine list, wonderful service (make reservations well in advance and ask for an upstairs table)

**if you like more of a fun night out / date night, I’d highly recommend getting drinks and appetizers at the Envio Rooftop Bar followed by a night of live jazz/swing music and dancing at Jimmy’s on Congress topped off with some good ole down-to-earth late night tacos at Barrio (Portsmouth).

Alternatively, if you want to take a ride over the bridge to Kittery, then you can find yourself a little table at The Wallingford Dram for some of the best drinks in the seacoast and follow it up with terrific Korean food at the next door Anju Noodle Bar.**