Carriage House Restaurant - Rye, New Hampshire

Erica C.

Carriage House shattered all of my expectations. The meal was one of the best I've had in recent years.

During the winter, the building gives off such a cozy, warm feeling. We were sat near the window, but the baseboard heaters kept me nice and toasty. The service is unmatched! Our server kept our drinks, appetizers, and entrees spaced out so we could enjoy ourselves.

Their cocktail menu is innovative. The 1989 is one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. Our server gave me a list of ingredients so I could replicate it at home. We shared the Fish Pate' and blistered Shishito Peppers. The Fish Pate' was loaded with creamy white fish and stacked with mustard seeds. The flavors blended well. For dinner, we ordered the Pan-Seared Cod and Grilled Swordfish. They were a hit, and we nibbled off of each other plates! Menu prices are a bit expensive, but the quality matches the price. We finished with the Oatmeal Cream Pie, which sealed the deal that we will return when it's more lively in the summer.

Kris H.

We’ve been told that it was the place to go in the area and I’d have to agree! The cocktail list was expensive and delicious.The service was quick but never rushed. The staff seemed very o work well together. The staff were so helpful in letting me know what was gluten free and knowledgeable about cross contamination which is so refreshing. And expensive meal but well worth it.

Roda S. C.

We celebrated my birthday with dinner at the Carriage House. It was an incredible experience! We ordered from their special French black truffle and pasta menu for an app, along with foie gras, followed by a mixed green salad that appeared so simple yet had wonderful blend of fennel, cilantro, dill, chives and a light citrus dressing. Entrees were the best I’ve had in a long time - my husband had the lamb chops and I had the duck breast - perfectly cooked and paired with such savory accompaniments. We finished off with the miso blondie for dessert w/cappuccinos. One of the best parts of our experience was our server Seija! She was so knowledgeable and her recommendations were spot on! Her timing was also perfect - checked on us just enough. She shared with us, the exec chefs are from the CIA, and they have their own farm up the road. We highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!

Tom L.

We visited the carriage house for dinner. We had oysters for our appetizer. They were fresh and delicious. I had the hangar steak for dinner, ordered medium rare. The steak was more on the rare side. My wife ordered flounder and it came overcooked. The wait staff took it back to the kitchen and they came to our table to apologize. They brought her a fresh plate of flounder which she said was to die for. For dessert we had a chocolate mousse and it was really really good!

Ally C.

This place is the most relaxing place to eat! The staff greeted us with a smile and was so happy and nice! Our waitress Heather was an absolute Gem! Checked in on us often and provided extraordinary service! I had the cape cod scallops and the specialty cocktail New Year Same Me which I found out was inspired but the chefs trip to Thailand and everything we tasted down to the presentation was STELLAR! The oysters Rockefeller for our app was just so divine and well put together! They also accommodate dietary restrictions which is posted in their menu! We will be back! We love it there!

Kerry F.

What a great time we had at the Carriage House Restaurant! We had a table by the window facing the ocean view, great service and food.
Gnocchi with Lobster was flavorful, with pillows of Gnocchi and a reasonable portion of Lobster. My friend had the Flounder wrapped in pastry which was also delicious. The drinks were refreshing and well crafted. Our waitress was knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly.

Jim B.

Our food was delicious! The creations were unique, and even though the portions were on the smaller side, the flavor and the textures easily made up for it. Definitely try the truffles! They were super fragrant!

M H.

The dining experience was, unfortunately, underwhelming. From the start, the rundown exterior and unkempt entryway set a poor first impression. The lack of reservations forced us to sit at the bar—accessed via a steep staircase. The bar itself was dimly lit, and the wooden seats were incredibly uncomfortable, making it difficult to enjoy the meal.

On a positive note, the bartender delivered impeccable service, a highlight of the evening. However, the food left much to be desired. My cocktail shrimp had a strange chemical taste, while his salad was entirely forgettable. The ravioli proved to be the only saving grace, as it was well-prepared. My white fish pâté, on the other hand, was disappointing—a deep-fried hash brown brick topped with overly salty pâté and unremarkable ? radish slices as garnish.

The drinks fared better, with a good pilsner beer and sauvignon blanc providing some solace amidst the otherwise lackluster fare. However, even the tap water failed to impress, tasting unpleasantly of chlorine and other additives.

At $124 for the meal, I cannot recommend returning. The impeccable service and decent beverages were overshadowed by an overall lack of quality in both food and atmosphere.