The Library Restaurant Is An Old-School Steakhouse In New Hampshire That Hasn’t Changed In Decades

Everyone loves a good steak. But, sometimes it can be hard to find the perfect steakhouse to satisfy your craving. In Portsmouth, New Hampshire, that's never a problem! The locals and tourists both agree that The Library Restaurant located in the Rockingham House is not only the best steak around, but it's a unique spot that'll also satisfy your love for history and books. If you're curious to know why this hotspot is always packed, read on to discover the juicy details of The Library Restaurant.

The Library Restaurant is located in the historic Rockingham House. Built in 1785, this homesite was owned by Judge Woodbury Langdon. In November of 1833, the site was opened to the public as a hotel.

In 1844, there was a large fire that destroyed the dining room. However, Frank Jones, the owner at the time, paid the costs to preserve and recreate the room's original sophisticated and elaborate design.

Nowadays, the Rockingham Hotel is still open to the public with many of its visitors opting for dinner at The Library Restaurant. The dining room is a one-of-a-kind place and a book lover's dream. Books line the bar and tables in the dining room, lending a very fancy atmosphere to accompany your meal.

To go along with your steak, signature drinks and old classics such as Cosmos and Martinis are served.

Oysters and fresh seafood are also a popular option on The Library Restaurant menu.

This restaurant because of its delectable food and warm and elegant atmosphere makes the perfect date night spot for two. They have a decent wine selection, so many guests splurge on a bottle or two for the table.

Being such a foodie spot, The Library Restaurant also excels in dessert. So be sure to save room!

The Library Restaurant offers guests excellent service, perfectly cooked steak, and a lot of history! It's open Monday through Thursday from 4 PM-9 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4 PM-10 PM. On Sundays, you can catch brunch between 11 AM and 1 PM and dinner between 1 PM and 9 PM.

Now that we've told you how much we love the food and environment that The Library Restaurant has to offer, we want to know when you plan on giving it a try! We all need to eat, so why not try something new this weekend? We promise you won't be disappointed. Let us know what you thought about this luxurious dining spot in the comments below!