Tucked into Portsmouth’s West End, Street has become a local favorite restaurant by doing something no other spot in town attempts — serving genuinely authentic street food from every corner of the globe under one roof. 🌍
Graffiti-covered walls and a witty sense of humor set the tone before the food even arrives.
With dishes spanning Korean bibimbap, Mexican cemitas, and Vietnamese pho, it’s easy to see why this eclectic Portsmouth restaurant has become a staple for adventurous locals seeking global flavor without leaving New Hampshire. 🥢
How Street won Portsmouth’s hearts
Street didn’t win over Portsmouth with a single signature dish — it built loyalty by mastering an entire world’s worth of them. 🍜
One food critic described being unable to resist ordering the same curry fries every visit, calling herself genuinely “addicted” after just one taste.
Regulars consistently point to the Chicken Cemita as an unmissable order, a Mexican-style sandwich piled with fried chicken, avocado, and a thick slab of fried Mexican cheese that one longtime fan called her absolute favorite. 🌮
That kind of devotion, paired with a menu deep enough to send diners on a different culinary journey every visit, has turned Street into one of the most talked-about hidden gem restaurants in Portsmouth, NH.
Comfort food lovers and adventurous eaters both find something to love, whether it’s a classic burger or a bowl of bibimbap sizzling in a cast-iron skillet. 🔥
For a restaurant known for street food competing against more traditional New England fare nearby, that fearless approach to flavor has proven to be the winning formula.
Food Highlights
- Korean Bibimbap: Sticky rice served in a cast-iron skillet surrounded by sautéed vegetables, topped with a fried egg and Korean barbecued beef.
- Korean Fried Chicken: Sweet and spicy fried chicken coated in a Korean-inspired glaze, a long-running fan favorite.
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Asian-Style Ribs: Ribs marinated in ginger and Vietnamese sambal chili paste, then brushed with an Italian-inspired hoisin sweet sauce.
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Pho Tai Bo Vien: A Vietnamese noodle soup loaded with tender beef and beef meatballs in a fragrant, flavorful broth.
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Chorizo Empanada: A crisp Chilean pastry filled with spiced beef and onion, served with a tangy Peruvian lime dipping sauce.
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Yuca Fries: Crispy South American yuca fries served with a bright Peruvian lime sauce for dipping.
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Slow-Roasted Pork Sandwich: Juicy slow-roasted pork finished with melted provolone cheese.
- Chicken Cemita: A juicy fried chicken thigh topped with fresh avocado, a thick slab of fried Mexican cheese, cilantro, pickled onions, and chipotle mayo on a sesame seed bun.
Atmosphere
Street embraces a lively, graffiti-covered aesthetic that feels more like a global street market than a traditional New Hampshire eatery. 🎨
Local art covers nearly every inch of the walls, giving the space a playful, high-energy vibe that matches its adventurous menu.
It’s casual and unpretentious, the kind of spot where families, groups of friends, and solo diners all feel equally at home.
The bar area doubles as one of Portsmouth’s liveliest evening hangouts, especially on busy weekend nights.
Bottom Line
A globe-spanning menu, cult-favorite dishes like the Cemita and curry fries, generous portions, and a genuinely fun atmosphere make Street a must-visit. It’s proof that a small West End spot can deliver flavors from six continents in one sitting. 🏆
Address:
801 Islington St (Inside Gallagher’s Place), Portsmouth, NH 03801
📞 (603) 436-0860
🕔 Open Daily, 11:30 AM–9 PM (extended hours Fri–Sat)