Cure

Went for a quick dinner and sat at the bar with Hannah tending bar and as our server. She was friendly and attentive to everyone at the bar while still making drinks for the whole restaurant. I had the lobster bisque which was amazing - large chunks of meat artfully placed on top and well seasoned. My partner had the French Onion soup which she let me try and it was also amazing. We went straight to dessert from there and split the lemon basil creme brulee and New York cheesecake with blueberry compote which were also delicious. I would definitely go back again.

Amazing experience all around. I had the short ribs, which were heavenly -- super tender and flavorful, without excessive fat. The accompanying roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes were also delicious -- veggies are often an afterthought with these dishes, but these were nice and savory. My wife opted for the 3-course prix fixe menu offered for Restaurant Week. She chose the poached pear salad, Hasselback butternut squash, and sweet potato pudding for dessert -- all were excellent. Service was impeccable. Hostess was friendly, and our waitress was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The building itself and decor are charming and elegant, with brick walls and large windows, and there's a sizable outdoor patio as well (which is not available during the winter, of course). Very romantic in the evening! There's also a cozy bar up front. Overall, a great place to splurge (and to be honest, the prices are very reasonable when considering the very high quality of everything).

We stumbled upon Cure while walking around Portsmouth, and couldn’t have been happier. They were very busy on a Monday night (which to me is a good sign) and we were lucky enough to get two seats at the bar. The staff was inviting, informative, and clearly care deeply about the place. The food was excellent. My wife was craving French onion soup, and this was THE place! We also indulged in a duck breast, and a short rib entree, both of which were delicious. The cheesecake was the perfect way to top off a fantastic evening. I highly recommend this restaurant, it’s worth getting a reservation in advance!

Intimate, delicious local restaurant run by all-star Chef Julie who truly loves cuisine. We started with the must-have lobster bisque and French onion soup, which were both delicious. My entree was the lamb shank, accompanied by several of Cure's inventive and delicious cocktails. I recommend patio seating if possible for a comfy outdoor dinner! This smallish restaurant does fill up quickly, so definitely plan ahead or get reservations, especially on a weekend.