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I would like to start out by saying we were not compensated in any way for this raving review! It was truly spectacular and I felt I needed to share it!
Our weekend night started out as it typically does. My husband John; “Where do you want to get a bite to eat?” Me; “I don’t know, where do you want to go?” John; “I don’t know, what do you feel like eating?” Me; “Anything!”
So we get in the car and start driving to a local restaurant. Then I say, “Let’s go to a restaurant in Hampton NH”, that I will not name, because once we got there and went inside, it was hot and humid and wall to wall people, the interior looked like it was in need of a desperate update; we weren’t impressed! We looked at each other and said let’s go! Back in the car and back to the drawing board! “Where do you want to go?” at this point it doesn’t matter who said it.
“Let’s go to The Galley Hatch”, which was right down the street from the unnamed restaurant. We pulled into the parking lot and as we found a spot, we noticed a second floor where people were eating outside. We hadn’t been here for a quite a while. The Galley Hatch is still there on the first floor but to us, that second floor restaurant was new. The name on the outside leading to a set of stairs said Tinos Kitchen + Bar. We decided that was where we wanted to be!
The pleasant host informed us the outside has seating and the same menu but no bar. We wanted to dine at the bar, so we opted to stay inside. It was a humid night anyway, so the air conditioning was welcomed! We will definitely come back and dine outdoors in the future.
The decor was classy and modern! What a quaint restaurant. We were pleasantly surprised to happen upon this hidden gem 💎! We were immediately welcomed by Matt and his partner in crime, Colin. There was only one choice for Pinot Grigio by the glass, Tiefenbrunner, Italy and Pinot Noir by the glass, Lange, California, so that made deciding easy! We were given a taste test first to ensure the wine was as delicious as described…and of course, it was too!
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While we sipped our wine, we decided to get some background about Tinos. Matt was more than obliged to fill us in and was very boastful about the food quality. We would decide for ourselves! The kitchen is open for you to enjoy watching the culinary team in action. The bartenders have an extensive list of innovative cocktails, all of which looked absolutely delicious! The drinks we tasted were out of this world. The dinner menu looked absolutely fabulous.
We both decided on the filet mignon, mine with brussels sprouts and bernaise; his with bordelaise and asparagus. The food was as exceptional as Matt described. This will become one of our favorite spots that we will frequent!
We ended the night with liquid dessert…espresso martinis. When I say tantalizing tastes…I mean everything! What put these martinis over the top was the Creme De Cacao A La Vanille. I may need to change my espresso martini recipe from here on out! I can learn a thing or two from these guys!
If that isn’t enough, they even have a tableside cocktails menu! We will definitely need to check that out when we bring friends to join us at a table!
So, all in all, after the usual “where do you want to go” back and forth, it ended with a great night and a great find. I hope you will go visit after enjoying this story! If you are from out of the area and ever decide to visit the beaches of southern NH or north of Boston Massachusetts, make sure to stop in for dinner! They take reservations directly on the website through Open Table, so be sure to reserve online or call ahead to reserve your table in advance! See you there!
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Looks amazing!
Great place to visit with a hungry tummy!!!
Great post! I’ll definitely have to visit this place next time I’m in the area.
How fun to find such a gem! Sounds like a great place to dine and relax.
How fun! Love stumbling upon amazing places!
Those are typically the best kind!
What a great find! This place looks amazing. My husband and I would do the same thing you two did on deciding where to go… I don’t know… where do you want to go? It doesn’t matter, anywhere is fine. LOL.
Yes, it is a ritual with us 😆
What a wonderful unexpected date night. The restaurant is lucky you stopped by and gave such a rave review. If I am ever in that neck of the woods I will have to try it.
Yes, if I really find a place I love, I immediately want to share it!
That looks like it was so much fun – and tasty! Loved that cocktail menu name! “The day women took over” lol!
Yes! That caught my eye right off the bat too!
It’s always exciting to find a hidden secret and share with the world. Yum!
Agree!
Who wouldn’t want an Earthberry Punch from the Cart of Happiness? This place looks amazing!
Love that…Cart of Happiness!
Looks amazing! I love a nice evening out!
Looks like a great place with great food!
This looks great. I am adding it to my list, as I live in MA. I love the “curse reversed”. Too funny. The filet and expresso martini look amazing.
Let me know how you like it!
What a fantastic review! Your pictures look great too! I love finding gems like this around me. I simply think of how long I’ve been missing out on everything you just pointed out. Glad you both had a great night out!
Thanks Amy! I love finding great places and sharing them!
Sounds wonderful! I will have to try it if I ever visit 🙂
Wonderful review! Love the pictures, and your food looked AMAZING!! It’s almost dinnertime here and I can guarantee it won’t be those good looking steaks!
Thank you Brittany! The food was even better than the photos!
You guys sound like my husband and me! I always end up deciding. Your dinner looked great, and I would like to try that liquid dessert!
I love liquid dessert. The martinis were the best!
Sounds like a place I would definitely enjoy! The bar guys are a definite plus! I’m not a bourbon girl at all, but the wine and espresso martinis sound perfect! 🙂
Kendra, I am not a bourbon type either but it was delicious! I was surprised!
Sounds like my kind of place! Thanks for sharing!
Oh my gosh! I wish I lived in the area! Totally looks like my kind of place!
Keep it in mind if you ever visit! Beautiful time of year here now!
IT’s only 11am and I’m ready for dinner. Looks lovely!
Thanks Karla! It was exceptional!
The typical “where do you want to go” when it comes to finding a place is like us too! 🙂 Looks like you found a perfect place to go in the end. Those espresso martinis looks delicious!
Espresso martinis were extremely delicious!
The bourbon cream sounds great
A must try!
What a fun experience!
I want to go to Tino’s! Looks like a wonderful atmosphere and a friendly staff.
Very friendly and fantastic food and cocktails!
I may give this place a try! Love that they do “tableside” cocktails!
It is a great place to try!
What a fun dinner date~!