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Trusted Restaurants in Portsmouth, VA
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 16 restaurants in Portsmouth, VA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas with a 4.6-star rating from 1,025 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 82/100. Also in the top tier: The Bier Garden and Cooper's Restaurant and Lounge. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Portsmouth is 4.3 stars from 1,175 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Portsmouth range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Longboards Olde Towne
Longboards Olde Towne stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Portsmouth for its consistently high ratings and popular local appeal.
Most Reviewed
Rivers Casino Portsmouth
A high review count indicates broad popularity and a large number of diners' experiences to consider when choosing a restaurant.
When dining in Portsmouth, consider your preference for atmosphere: Longboards and Olde Towne Public House offer classic pub vibes, while Thyme On The River provides a more upscale waterfront experience. Reservations are recommended for popular spots, especially on weekends.
Local Market Snapshot
16
Businesses listed
4.3★
Avg rating
1,175
Avg reviews
Jul 4, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Restaurants
Praised by over a thousand reviewers, this Portsmouth restaurant holds a strong 4.6-star rating.
450 Court St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USAShoppers rate this restaurant 4.5 stars from over 2,800 reviews.
438 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USAPortsmouth restaurant with a 4.4-star rating from over 1,200 Google reviews.
3112 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USARestaurants Rankings in Portsmouth, VA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas450 Court St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.6★ | 1,025 |
| #2 | The Bier Garden438 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.5★ | 2,814 |
| #3 | Cooper's Restaurant and Lounge3112 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.4★ | 1,260 |
| #4 | Fish & Slips Marina Raw Bar & Grill10 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.3★ | 1,996 |
| #5 | District611 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA | 4.3★ | 1,436 |
| #6 | Olde Towne Public House467 Court St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.2★ | 866 |
| #7 | Twisted Pig Ale & Smokehouse722 Mt Vernon Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA | 4.3★ | 820 |
| #8 | Longboards Olde Towne440 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.1★ | 703 |
| #9 | Lobscouser Restaurant337 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | 4.4★ | 688 |
| #10 | Admiral’s Steak & Seafood3630 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA | 4.4★ | 531 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Portsmouth
4.3 stars from nearly 2,000 Google reviews, a trusted local dining choice.
10 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
A popular Portsmouth eatery with a solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,400 reviews.
611 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars from over 800 Google reviews.
467 Court St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 800 Google reviews reflects consistent quality.
722 Mt Vernon Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA
Popular restaurant in Portsmouth with a solid 4.1-star rating from over 700 reviews.
440 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from nearly 700 Google reviews, a trusted local dining choice.
337 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
4.4 stars from over 500 reviews, a consistently solid choice in Portsmouth.
3630 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars from over 440 Google reviews.
3630 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA
A casual dining spot with 3.6 stars from over 400 local reviews in Portsmouth.
1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Exceptional 4.8-star rating from over 330 Google reviews.
622 Effingham St Suite A, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 300 Google reviews.
448 Green St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews in Portsmouth.
515 Washington St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
A solid 4.0-star rating from over 3,600 reviews reflects consistent local approval.
3630 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA
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Restaurants in Portsmouth, VA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,025 |
| 2 | The Bier Garden | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,814 |
| 3 | Cooper's Restaurant and Lounge | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,260 |
| 4 | Fish & Slips Marina Raw Bar & Grill | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,996 |
| 5 | District | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,436 |
| 6 | Olde Towne Public House | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 866 |
| 7 | Twisted Pig Ale & Smokehouse | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 820 |
| 8 | Longboards Olde Towne | 73/100 | 4.1 ★ | 703 |
| 9 | Lobscouser Restaurant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 688 |
| 10 | Admiral’s Steak & Seafood | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 531 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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