If you are willing to take a drive outside of Boston or find yourself in New Hampshire, do yourself a favor and stop at the Carriage House in Rye, New Hampshire. Located about 15 minutes south of Portsmouth, on the water in the small beach town, the Carriage House felt under the radar, serving fresh seafood and contemporary dishes. The Carriage House menu is sourced from local ingredients that change seasonally to provide balanced and unique dishes, most of which feature local fish. For those who know it, the Carriage House is beloved by regular goers, and further supported by their knowledgeable and honest staff.
Their scratch made Parker House Rolls, Summer Squash, Halibut, and Lobster Gnocchi dishes were generous and homey and highlighted their philosophy to use local and seasonal ingredients to create those well-balanced and wholesome meals. This philosophy even applies to their desserts, as they offer a diverse selection of unique seasonal dessert options for everyone.