Locals Favorite

The Press is tucked at the end of a strip shopping center about 9 miles from The Sand Bucket, but another one that is definitely worth the drive. Owned an operated by a local family, it is an outstanding casual, small eatery with a great selection of craft beers, wine, and simple fresh homemade American food. As the name implies, they serve burgers nestled inside of wonderful homemade brioche buns, but the menu offers much more. The evening specials include steaks and occasionally

O'Steen's Restaurant in St. Augustine, FL has been a go-to spot for locals and tourists since 1965. Come savor our renowned fried shrimp, seafood & homestyle southern dishes. View our menu online, we take to-go orders.

Localz is a great neighborhood restaurant just a short walk away from the house. They have delicious 3 course specials for $17 on Wednesday nights! They have great, fresh seafood. We sometimes just sit out on the scenic patio on weekend afternoons for cocktails and appetizers. They also have excellent curb side takeout service.

Flo's is a 10 minute walk (about 1/2 mile west of the house) across from Island Park Beach. It has the best fried clams and clamcakes we've ever had! They also have great lobster rolls. You can either eat them there at the picnic tables or we prefer to take them home and eat them on our own deck at the house.

There's so much to do right here in Portsmouth within a 15 minute drive for days you don't feel like fighting traffic or crowds. Bristol and Tiverton are also 10 minutes away so check them out in our Guide to Nearby Towns. Be sure to check out our guide to neighborhood restaurants if you don't even feel like getting in the car.