2 Best Restaurants in The Seacoast, New Hampshire

Hop + Grind

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Students and faculty from UNH, whose campus is just a few blocks away, congregate over mammoth burgers with flavorful, original sides (kimchi, fries topped with cilantro-pickled peppers or black-garlic-truffle aioli) and other creative takes on gastropub fare. This is a hot spot for craft-beer aficionados, who appreciate the long list of options, including a rotating cache of rare and seasonal selections.
Burger Dinner Lunch $
17 Madbury Rd., Durham, New Hampshire, 03824, USA
603-397--5564
www.hopandgrind.com
Known For
  • impressive local beer selection
  • fun and lively student crowd
  • malted milk shakes with unusual flavors

Lexie's Joint

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What began as a humble downtown burger joint has blossomed into a regional mini empire, thanks to the high-quality ingredients, upbeat service, and groovy "peace, love, and burgers"–themed decor. The burgers are reasonably priced and topped with all sorts of goodies, but there are also hot dogs and a few sandwiches, plus plenty of addictive sides. You'll find additional locations in Dover, Exeter, and Newburyport, MA.

Burger Dessert Dinner Family Lunch $
212 Islington St., Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801, USA
603-815–4181
www.peaceloveburgers.com
Known For
  • milk shakes with Shain's of Maine homemade ice cream
  • fried pickles with chipotle aioli
  • the farmhouse burger, with cheddar, bacon, avocado, and fried egg