Maile's Guidebook
Food scene
My favorite restaurant in town. Everything on the menu is delicious, but highlights are street tacos, Olmeca Bowl and hand crafted margaritas. Breakfast served all day.
Maestro's Mexican Grill
836 4th StreetMy favorite restaurant in town. Everything on the menu is delicious, but highlights are street tacos, Olmeca Bowl and hand crafted margaritas. Breakfast served all day.
Fun for the whole family! Fresh & delicious food with duck pin bowling and an arcade room. Delicious pizza, smoked wings and vegetarian options.
Oddfellows
Fun for the whole family! Fresh & delicious food with duck pin bowling and an arcade room. Delicious pizza, smoked wings and vegetarian options.
Best steak in the area— weekends are super busy, so go early or plan accordingly.
30 locals recommend
Scioto Ribber
1026 Gallia StBest steak in the area— weekends are super busy, so go early or plan accordingly.
Belini Cucina Italian Restaurant
603 Chillicothe StCute place for Italian food.
Delicious food and drinks- great menu! Feels weird to recommend a restaurant in the Holiday Inn, but it’s worth a visit. Wine on Wednesday is 1/2 off!
Oscar's Restaurant & Lounge
711 2nd StDelicious food and drinks- great menu! Feels weird to recommend a restaurant in the Holiday Inn, but it’s worth a visit. Wine on Wednesday is 1/2 off!
Ollie's Burgers & BBQ
1619 Chillicothe StFun place with great food & drinks!
Fork And Finger Restaurant
232 2nd StComfort food and homemade desserts.
Restaurant & Bar
Ohio’s oldest brewery with delicious pizza and wings. My go to is the prime rib steak sandwich with pub chips & Cole slaw.
13 locals recommend
The Portsmouth Brewing Co.
224 2nd StOhio’s oldest brewery with delicious pizza and wings. My go to is the prime rib steak sandwich with pub chips & Cole slaw.
Great spot to try many craft beers on tap while enjoying a unique burger. Get the stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer!
13 locals recommend
Patties & Pints
546 2nd StGreat spot to try many craft beers on tap while enjoying a unique burger. Get the stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer!
Coffee Shop
Cozy coffee shop near Shawnee State where they roast all of their coffee on site. Featuring delicious baked goods and a weekend brunch… also, a great patio if the weather is nice!
9 locals recommend
Lofts Coffee Company
842 Gallia StCozy coffee shop near Shawnee State where they roast all of their coffee on site. Featuring delicious baked goods and a weekend brunch… also, a great patio if the weather is nice!
Market Street Cafe
212 Market StNice local place for lunch: sandwiches, wraps and salads.
Dessert
83 Sweets Gourmet Cupcakes
722 6th StreetDelicious cupcakes. Winner of Cupcake Wars, Cody Simpson episode.
Scent From Heaven Bakery
Cronuts are so yummy!
Fun Spots
Local favorites and attractions.
Candyland Children's Museum
202 Market StreetAn awesome place for children to learn through play & exploration.
Portsmouth Public Library
1220 Gallia StreetSouthern Ohio Axe Throwing - Portsmouth
412 2nd StBoneyfiddle Golf & Lounge
Deadbolt - Boneyfiddle Escape Rooms and Mysteries
Fun for the whole family!
Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center
Beautiful place to visit with large pools, arcade and restaurant.
Elks Country Club
19787 OH-73
Portsmouth Skate Park
Buckeye Dairy Bar
13066 US-52Putt-putt fun and dairy bar.
Doug Coleman Memorial Splashpad
52 Old US 52
Spock Memorial Dog Park
740 2nd StreetA must visit: Ice skating, shopping, food trucks, hot cocoa, horse & carriage rides. Nov. 16 to Dec. 31.
Portsmouth Winterfest
A must visit: Ice skating, shopping, food trucks, hot cocoa, horse & carriage rides. Nov. 16 to Dec. 31.
Sightseeing
Great for hiking and exploring the forest. Raven’s Rock is a must!
13 locals recommend
Shawnee State Park
4404 OH-125Great for hiking and exploring the forest. Raven’s Rock is a must!
Portsmouth Floodwall Mural
429 Front St
1810 House
1926 Waller StreetShopping
There’s a lot of antique stores along 2nd Street. Grab a DORA wristband and drink while you shop!
Unique Antiques Warehouse
116 Jefferson Street
Ghosts in the Attic Antique Mall
518 2nd StreetRiver Town Antique Mall