Portsmouth Nightlife

The Portsmouth area's bars, clubs , lounges and concert venues hum with a vibrancy and energy fully in tune with this arts and cultural mecca. This section of the New Hampshire beaches region, including the carnival-like atmosphere of Hampton Beaches, boasts a fun, lively social scene which welcomes all types - from vacationers to college students and artists - for good times. Among the local standouts are the Press Room in Portsmouth which, with its warm brick and dark wood décor, showcases some of the best local musical talent and hearty pub fare seven days a week. Sharing top billing in Portsmouth are also the Dolphin Striker, with its creative twists on New England cuisine, and the Blue Mermaid Grill featuring an exciting Caribbean-influenced menu and leading performers on the seacoast folk scene. Nearby, Fury's in Dover which presents up and coming bands in a neighborhood tavern setting while the Stone Church in Newmarket hosts national musician tours, tasty cuisine and delicious craft beers within the striking interior of a former church. Whether you're hoisting one of the many Smutty Nose Brewing Company ales served in nearly every local tavern or just in search of some delicious food and spirits, you're bound to find what you're seeking in Portsmouth.