Colorful, lively haunt offering Caribbean-influenced eats, local beer & tropical drinks plus a deck.
Erica C
Miss the old Portsmouth location, but Blue Mermaid still has some of the most unique dishes in the area. The restaurant seemed empty for a Saturday and not as comforting as the old location. However, the service was great – our waiter made us feel right at home.
Our favorite dish, the paella, no longer exists. The lobster quesadilla is the last man standing and still hits the spot! Try it as an appetizer as the portion is quite large. The exotic-themed menu has mouth-tingling spices throughout most of its dishes. Their homemade fire-roasted salsa and jalapeno pesto sauces were excellent; and highlighted their respective dishes. I will say that the stars of the show are their cocktail menu and desserts. Be sure to try their Key Lime Pie – it’s awesome.
… moreGlenn Reynolds
Four of us had lunch. Parking is easy. We were seated immediately. Menus selection came across as more limited than I was expecting. Service was ok. Portions are modest. They are trying to be fresh and hip but not yet there. Live music during our visit was poor and too loud. A better menu and improving food quality would make this better.
… moreQueen Moomba
For this area, it’s definitely one of the better places to eat. My experience is only from brunch. Great service, full bar, and easy menu. Portions are good. Got the brisket Benedict. The hollandaise sauce was actually good, a pleasant surprise to me. The brisket flavor was ok. I do wish the bacon came a little more crisp but I’m sure you can ask for it. Recommend.
… moreAllison Lawrence
Besides having a large beautiful open space with nice bathrooms and a big bar things didn’t go well. We arrived and were greeted warmly but the waitress didn’t communicate well about anything leading to my friend and I leaving disappointed after she didn’t ask about salt or no to the margarita. Then forgetting to put in our appetizer order. When the entrees arrived they were lukewarm and the salad didn’t have dressing and the Rasta pasta was bland even though it was supposed to be spicy ️. I think they need to do some training for both kitchen and waitstaff before I would go back or recommend anyone to try this place.
… moreStacy Vielleux
Have always loved the BM! And the music at a normal time for us in our late 40s and up! 7-9 is perfect to still get home and to bed at a reasonable time. Let’s hope other places around the seacoast pay attention!!
… moreCathy Kramer
Found this place recently through a friend. Love the poutine fries, they are fabulous. A great place to get together with a few friends. The bread pudding with a twist was a nice change. The Nashville Hot sandwich had a good amount of heat and the drinks were good. Staff is great and friendly. Will definitely be back soon.
… moreBecky Neal
Very good food and excellent service! My friend and I both ordered the jerk shrimp tacos, and we shared the chips and salsa. I really enjoyed the magazine slaw on the tacos, but my only wish was that the jerk seasoning on the shrimp was more aggressive. It was definitely underseasoned; barely a whisper of jerk seasoning. Other than that everything was great! We especially enjoyed the adult beverages (very creative mixology) and the yummy key lime pie. I am a local, so I will definitely be back again!
… moreHalley Bushe
Amazing catering. They catered my wedding for 140 people on the Thomas Laighton, and everyone was raving about the food. Job well done!!!!!!!!! Thank you Blue Mermaid. We got the beef short rib (unbelievable), jerk chicken, grilled veg, salad, and passed apps. Good allergy accommodating options.
The restaurant is consistently good and service is great, my dog loves their outdoor space and the inside always has lots of music
… moreBrooke D
Excellent food and drink, with great service. We came on a monday at 2:30, it was happy hour! Yay 6$ drinks, and 15% off apps. Painkiller and a sangria, both were excellent. For mains we got the salmon club wrap & Guava braised short rib poutine. Wow, both were so good! The fries (upcharge with the wrap) are so crispy yet soft on the inside, the salmon was fresh and the char on the wrap was perfect. The poutine was so good! Yum. Highly recommend!
… moreTyler Levs
I play here often, great spot for family/ friends. Great staff, great food and great atmosphere.
Ive been here both as live music entertainment and to enjoy the space with family / friends. I highly recommend the Blue Mermaid!
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