At The Wilder, a trusted New American Restaurant in Portsmouth, NH, every visit brings bold flavors, thoughtful service, and a welcoming setting. Rated 4.30 stars from 990 reviews, we combine great food, great service and quality, and accessible facilities for an experience worth returning to.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Arbol, maple, salt
Truffle salt
Kimchi special sauce
Country white sourdough, radish, cornichon
Seasonal compote, baguette
Chimichurri
Sour cream, pickled onion
Egg yolk, pickled mushroom, focaccia
Thrice cooked potatoes, cheese curds
Duck sausage, frisee
Pepitas, radish, feta
Buttermilk bleu cheese, bacon, radish, crouton
Tamarind glaze, spicy baked beans, heirloom radish
Curried hummus, cucumber, yogurt
Baked eggs, tomato, feta, baguette
Green onion salsa verde, aged balsamic, parmagiano
Spicy pork & lobster sausage, broccoli rabe
Bacon bits, maple syrup
Maine meat ground beef, jalapeno pickles, chips
N.h. raised roasted pork; arugula, anna rosa's baguette, chips
House crafted local grind, romesco, pickled pineapple, cheddar, chips
Anju hot sauce, radish, carrot, chips
Broccoli rabe, garlic butter sauce
Garlic confit, chili
Nigella seed, tomato
Onions, chives
Gribiche
Chocolate sauce
Almond, coconut
Whipped cream, sesame crumble
Peanut, banana, candied bacon, crunchy shell
Hear from our valued guests
Outstanding food and drinks, service was a bit slow but well worth the wait. The espresso martini was incredible and the Nashville Hot Chicken was the best I ever had. Really cool art on the walls and friendly staff. The drink menu had so many cocktails that I want to try. I'm definitely excited to go back.
First time here after walking by for the three years it’s been open. Cameron was the bartender. I asked him to get creative and have fun, making me an Old Fashioned. He did not disappoint!! The best cocktail of my life. Very cool atmosphere. Music of all genres. Food looks very good. This is my new favorite bar in Portsmouth. Can’t wait to come back next week when I’m in town again.
In town from Memphis and found this spot on Google. The Chicken sandwich was one of the best I have ever had. I normally drink gin and OJ, but decided to try a few of their drinks on the menu and each of them was great.
Went for dinner Friday, and was so good, brunch the next morning. At dinner the atmosphere is lively, but not obnoxious. We shared the Poutine and the Chicken Bucket and it was OUTSTANDING food. SO GOOD. At brunch don’t miss the Short Rib Benedict, and I added an egg to the Mushroom Melt for a creative and delicious take on an egg sandwich. Olivia was lovely… we had her for both meals! Can’t recommend this place enough.
This was a fun find in Portsmouth. My fiancé and wanted to grab a bite to eat somewhere unique and this was it. It has good vibes walking in and the food/drink was delicious. This place had one of the more unique drink menus I’ve seen. I tried one of their dill/pickle drinks. Even though I love pickles, that drink didn’t do it for me. But it was so creative so definitely work a try! I’d come back to try more things on the menu.
This may be my new favorite spot for cocktails. We got the Bazooka Jane and Well Of Radiance. OMG!!! So good. Sat at the bar and had an excellent bartender. Great service. Very warm and personable. Will definitely be back.
First time here with my friends and absolutely loved the vibes, atmosphere and food. The food was absolutely phenomenal, pictured here is the Cheddar Cheese Pancakes and Fried Chicken—can’t recommend enough
We met family for brunch on a Saturday at noon. There were six of us. I made reservations, but we would have been fine without. Our server Olivia did an excellent job throughout our service. Everyone enjoyed their food. The music was a touch loud for me, but we were still able to hear one another - that is the reason for 4 stars in atmosphere. By the time the entrees arrived, the sun had gone behind some clouds so the rest of my food photos did not make the cut for the review unfortunately.
Brunch perfection was achieved at The Wilder in Portsmouth, thanks to Chef Emily & the team's outstanding cuisine & beverages, paired with Oliva's exceptional service. We began with a bold, savory Bloody Mary, garnished with dill, shrimp, bacon, & homemade pickles. The poutine Benedict with braised short rib was rich and flavorful, while my omelette with goat cheese, caramelized onions, & wild mushrooms, served with crispy hash browns & spicy sausage, was cooked to perfection. Every bite was flawless.
The Wilder is definitely a hidden gem and a spot I would recommend. From the moment I walked in, I loved the ambiance. It has a great vibe, and one thing that really stood out to me was the bar. It might honestly be one of the biggest variety liquor bars I have seen, which makes it even more impressive. I stopped by for brunch, and everything was amazing. The smoked salmon eggs Benedict was delicious, the smashed burger was full of flavor, and the deviled eggs were a great choice. I also really enjoyed the oyster selection, which tasted fresh and went perfectly with the brunch experience. Of course, the cocktails were amazing as well. With such a wide variety behind the bar, it is definitely a great place to enjoy a well-made drink. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Overall, The Wilder is a great brunch spot with delicious food, amazing cocktails, a beautiful ambiance, and excellent service. I would definitely recommend stopping by.
Common questions about The Wilder
The Wilder is located at 174 Fleet St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, United States, Portsmouth, NH, United States.
You can reach The Wilder by calling +1 603-319-6878.
The Wilder has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 990 customer reviews.
The Wilder features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
The Wilder features the following service options: Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Wilder features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty, Sport.
The Wilder features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Wilder features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Organic dishes, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Wilder features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Wilder features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
The Wilder features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Wilder features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space, University students.
The Wilder features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
The Wilder features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Wilder features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Wilder features the following parking: Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
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