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The Old Courthouse, Newport, NH

The Old Courthouse

4.9
4.9
263 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Old Courthouse has been serving the Newport area dining scene for 15+ years with Creative American Cuisine in the heart of Newport's Downtown Historic District. Dine in a beautiful Federalist era building.

This circa-1826 building served as the district courthouse for the past twenty-five years. It is located behind the Newport Opera House and features an elegant dining room and full service bar.

This family-owned business has carefully preserved the elegance and simplicity of the building to provide a unique dining experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (603) 863-8360
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Robert C Steele
  • Catering
    We cater 20 - 200 people, at your location or ours. Please call for more details.
  • Neighbourhood
    New London
  • Parking details
    To access parking: Take Central Street (off Main Street) travel approximately 150 yards. Sign on left OLD COURTHOUSE PARKING. When you enter lot you are at the rear of our building.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 263 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Old Courthouse is a "hidden gem" with "delicious" food, generous portions, and "excellent" service. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with friendly staff and unique dish offerings like the rack of lamb with apricot relish. Don't miss their delightful Sunday brunch and monthly menu changes. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

263 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. Excellent as always. Excellent as always.

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  2. John

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant with a nice atmosphere. Food was delicious and our server was friendly and could answer all our questions. We go to the Courthouse every fall for the Polish week menu.

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  3. Allison

    New York City

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting , good lunches, excellent service.

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  4. Eric

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great cocktails. They made our bougie margaritas EXACTLY as we like them!!! Awesome pumpkin spice cake and profiteroles for dessert. I had the jager schnitzel and it was delicious, as was the squash bisque. Others had beet salad and chicken polonaise and said theirs were very good too! It is a one room space (the old courtroom) but was not full so it wasn’t loud for us. Menu changes each month so we look forward to checking back again.

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  5. Alex

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is amazing. The food is spectacular, and the service was great. I have been here several times including Father's Day and it is a must see and attend place that you will truly enjoy.

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  6. Ed

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and ambiance. Highly recommended.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and food would highly recommend

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  8. Tom

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal. Friendly service and nice setting.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday brunch buffet was delightful. The wait staff were attentive and friendly. The variety of food choices was great - eggs, omelets, waffles and pancakes made to order. Several meat sides plus potatoes and yummy corn grits. Fresh fruit. Lox and cream cheese (no bagels tho). Housemade granola, pastries and two kinds of chocolate cake. Mitch, gently played the piano in the background.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visit the Courthouse for lunch several times every summer. All the food is very good. Salad dressing and desserts are homemade and delicious. Love the coconut custard pie!

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The Old Courthouse is rated 4.9 stars by 263 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Old Courthouse

30 Main St, Newport, NH 03773

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    New London
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    To access parking: Take Central Street (off Main Street) travel approximately 150 yards. Sign on left OLD COURTHOUSE PARKING. When you enter lot you are at the rear of our building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Robert C Steele
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (603) 863-8360
  • Catering
    We cater 20 - 200 people, at your location or ours. Please call for more details.
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