We made a special trip to Al's Seafood because it was rated high and we weren't disappointed. Part of Al's Fish and Seafood Market, the restaurant is the left bldg. You order on a big billboard at a counter then you exit to the right and enter the main dining area where they serve your food fresh. Really easy to order. We ordered a cup of clam chowder, hot lobster roll and clam strips and fries. Chowder came first piping hot which is exactly how a chowder should be. Arguably some of the best chowder I've ever had in my life! You can really taste the fresh clams without them overwhelming the chowder. Nice chunks of potatoes, spiced and salted just right. Lobster roll was perfection. A gratuitous amount of fresh lobster in melted butter all heaped on a nicely toasted roll. Perfect amount of butter so as it didn't soak into the roll. Similarly to the clam chowder, the clam strips we're fresh as if they were just caught today. Nice side of crispy fries and a good slaw rounded out the lunch time meal. An honorable mention- -their tartar sauce was just awesome! Well balanced tangy/creamy deliciousness. We were actually full but kept eating the fries for that reason. The only nitpick things are that it's expensive (just seems to be the trend these days) and the clam strips could have been cooked a little bit longer. But that's more my preference. I like very crispy clam strips. Does not take away from the high rating. Final note--Staff were friendly, helpful and checked on us frequently. I **HIGHLY** recommend stopping in for lunch or dinner at Al's Seafood for an all-round fantastic seafood meal.

A hidden gem! I’m from Atlantic Canada and rarely get seafood as good as home, even in New England. I had the whole belly clams and fries and they were sooo good. Perfectly fried and not gritty at all. Fries were delicious. Tartar sauce is nice and tangy. They even had white vinegar which is a must for any Bluenoser. We had pumpkin cheesecake for dessert which, other than being still a little frozen in the middle, was creamy and delicious. Totally worth a return visit.

We wanted to try lobster rolls on the boardwalk here at Hampton Beach but so glad we didn’t. Al’s Seafood 🦞 was delicious! The lobster by itself without butter or anything was amazing!!! Best lobster we’ve had for sure! The service was really great and everyone was super friendly! 10/10 recommend!!!

Loved the lobster 🦞 roll, no fillings or extras, just lobster meat. Best lobster roll I’ve had in New England. The fry Cod and Calamari was spot one, cooked and seasoned perfectly. Simple process, order at the window and take a seat inside if dining in or take out. They call your number and everything is in the bag. Can’t wait to be back in the area again, always happy to find good places to enjoy a meal and this is one of them for sure.

We got take out orders of the grilled Atlantic salmon and the swordfish. They were excellent! Very fresh and perfectly cooked. Generous portions. Sides were also very good. We’ll definitely go back!

Food is awesome! We got friend shrimp, fried clams, haddock sandwich, seafood platter, and lobster stew. The breading is flavorful yet light. The lobster stew has potatoes and was very bland. The staff is unhelpful and not very nice.

Al’s is simply the best seafood in North Hampton/Rye/Portsmouth area. They have excellent selection of fresh food, reasonably priced, friendly and consistent. Their premade food is great too. They’ve ruined me for baked stuffed Shrimp, and stuffed sole anywhere else. Their seafood stuffing is the best I’ve had and everything else pales in comparison. Their fish cakes are my favorite. I’ve never really been overly interested in fish cakes, but these are so delicious and perfect for a light dinner or lunch.

Once I figured out the ordering system I was ok. The food is excellent and the outside seating is wonderful. Very nice portions. For salad, calamari, octopus, and oysters. So good after a long drive in from PA.