The Old Courthouse

4.8

273 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
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.

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Location
30 Main St, Newport, NH 03773
Phone number
(603) 863-8360
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
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

Sautéed Chicken MirabellaUS$19.00
Rack of LambUS$23.00
with Cranberry Ginger Chutney
Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$22.00
with Raspberry, Rosemary and White Zinfandel
NY Strip SteakUS$22.00
with Red wine Demi Glaze
Roasted SalmonUS$20.00
with Horseradish Crust and Balsamic Reduction
Stuffed Portabella, StuffedUS$17.00
with Spinach and Cheddar

What 273 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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The Old Courthouse is a cherished dining spot, known for its "delicious food" and "friendly staff." Guests rave about the "scrumptious homemade dessert," "generous portions," and a "charming atmosphere." With live music enhancing the experience, this historic setting is perfect for special occasions, brunches, and date nights. Highly recommended!

273 Reviews

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Dr. Dennis VIP
Greater Boston8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We cannot wait to go back!!! What a wonderful Sunday brunch.
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Kevin
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious as always and the service was quick, polite, and very attentive. This has become a favorite dining spot for our date nights thanks to the quiet setting and incredible food and service. Highly recommend!
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Michael
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lamb and scallops both rated delicious by guests. As were mushroom pancakes
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Cathy
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy The Courthouse and this dining was no exception! Thank you to Beth our server who is a friendly & courteous server. She had many tables and did a superb job catering to us all!
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martha
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite restaurant for occasions, always great food, good service & nice atmosphere. Plus very reasonable.
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Caroline
New York City8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a nice birthday lunch there ; dessert was especially awesome !
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Kyle
New Hampshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had my Bday dinner @ The Old Courthouse & greatly enjoyed it! We celebrate all our special occasions with an incredible meal @ The Old Courthouse; & eat there when we just want a hugely enjoyable meal! & The Old Courthouse's Sunday brunch is top notch-so good! A shout out to April & the Chef. The service @ The Old Courthouse has always been great & pleasant people who deserve recognition work there! We are looking forward to the next community event hosted by The Old Courthouse! Thank you!
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Barbara
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Loved the ambience and for Thanksgiving Day it was very busy, even towards the end of the time it was open. The lamb was exquisite. Some slow service, but given the fact it was a holiday it was fine!
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Bridget
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious, freshly prepared omelets, house made pastries and life music. Excellent choice, great value
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Tina
New Hampshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really loved the whole vibe of this brunch! The food, the drinks, the gentleman playing the piano for the entire time we were there (he was fabulous), just had a lovely time!
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The Old Courthouse is rated 4.8 stars by 273 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

30 Main St, Newport, NH 03773

Additional information

Phone number
(603) 863-8360
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
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

The Old Courthouse

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Menu

Starters

Baked Brie in Puff PastryUS$7.00

Deep Fried Apple FrittersUS$8.00

Eggplant, Grilled and StuffedUS$8.00

Soups

SoupsUS$6.00

Salads

Roasted BeetsUS$7.00

Traditional Caesar SaladUS$6.00

Garden SaladUS$6.00

Entrees

Sautéed Chicken MirabellaUS$19.00

Rack of LambUS$23.00

Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$22.00

NY Strip SteakUS$22.00

Roasted SalmonUS$20.00

Stuffed Portabella, StuffedUS$17.00

What 273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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