Whether you’re in town visiting a student for the upcoming Exeter-Andover Games or are just enjoying a weekend away at our luxury hotel, we hope you join us at Ambrose in Exeter for an elevated meal. Ambrose is one of the top-rated restaurants in Exeter, NH, earning accolades for its award-winning sharable plates, house-made cocktails, and exceptional service.
Just like staying at our luxurious AAA four-diamond hotel, dining at Ambrose in Exeter is an experience worth having. In warmer months, we enjoy dining on our stunning patio, surrounded by our beautifully landscaped gardens. As the fall season progresses, our dining experience will turn more intimate in our quaint 6-table dining room. The food on your plate at our top-rated Exeter restaurant is just part of the story here, though. The meal is truly an extension of our Inn, with friendly, attentive service, an elegant atmosphere, and attention to detail in everything we do.
Why not elevate your dining experience even more and retire for an evening or two upstairs in one of our elegant guest suites? The Inn by the Bandstand is rated one of the best Exeter Hotels. No other property in town can boast Select Registry membership or the designation as a AAA four-diamond property. These accolades speak to the elevated guest experience offered at our Inn.
We’re one of the best Exeter Hotels near the Phillips Exeter Academy and all the best things to do on the Seacoast, and we’re conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Exeter. Experience the best of the best this fall. Book your room at our Exeter Hotel today.
Ambrose in Exeter: The Best Restaurant in NH
The premise of dining at Ambrose in Exeter is simple – many of the best restaurants are. Our restaurant is on the ground floor of one of the most elegant Exeter Hotels, the Inn by the Bandstand. Its kitchen is headed up by Chef Stanley Ornaldo Orantes, who has earned his reputation at several notable Boston Restaurants like Ostra, Cultivar, and Ecco. He combines his love of local ingredients with his passion for recipes from his homeland, transforming ingredients into sensational tapas-style dishes meant to be shared and savored.
The dishes at Ambrose in Exeter are creative and inventive and change appropriately with the seasons. In the few short years it’s been open, it’s quickly grown into not just one of the best restaurants in Exeter, but one of the best in New England. The meal goes beyond the food on your plate, though. Dining at Ambrose in Exeter is a truly delightful experience, with a quaint and intimate atmosphere that brings a much-needed fine dining experience to the Seacoast.
Ambrose also specializes in well-paired seasonal cocktails and offers an extensive wine list. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a romantic meal out, celebrate something special, or simply enjoy a great meal while you’re in town. With only six interior tables in our cozy dining room, dinners here are exclusive. Make sure to make your plans to dine with us early!
More Great Restaurants in Exeter, NH
We know you’ll love everything that comes out of the kitchen at Ambrose in Exeter, but we also know that it’s fun to try new places while you’re away from home. Luckily, there are plenty of great restaurants in Exeter, NH – including one co-housed in the same building as Ambrose and our Hotel. Otis Restaurant leases space on the Inn’s ground floor and has long been a favorite among locals and visitors. The intimate space is one of the town’s go-to dining destinations for creative, inspired, and seasonal cuisine.
Other great restaurants in Exeter, NH, include the following:
- Vino e Vivo is one of our favorite restaurants in Exeter, NH. It’s a small wine bar and restaurant offering a sophisticated menu of globally inspired dishes. They are best known for their curated wine list and intimate dining experience.
- Sea Dog Brewing Company is a lively brewpub featuring craft beers and a variety of casual pub fare, such as burgers, seafood, and pizzas. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it great for a casual night out.
- Laney & Lu is a vibrant, health-focused café emphasizing whole foods and plant-based dishes. It’s an excellent spot for a nutritious, feel-good meal.
- Il Cornicello is a cozy Italian restaurant offering authentic, handmade pasta and traditional Italian dishes. Focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients, it provides a true taste of Italy in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
- Epoch Gastropub offers a modern take on classic American dishes, serving locally sourced food in a cozy, upscale atmosphere.
Exeter Hotels for Romantic Getaways in New Hampshire
Dining out at new restaurants is always a welcome part of the travel experience, regardless of what brings you to town. It’s not always easy to know which restaurants are best, though, so we’ve made it easy for you to choose. Start with Ambrose in Exeter and branch out to other local restaurants from there. Ambrose isn’t only available to guests staying at our hotel, though. We happily serve the public, including those who may just be passing through town or quickly visiting a student at the Phillips Exeter Academy.
Whether dining at Ambrose or other restaurants in Exeter, we hope you stop and stay for a while. Choose from among the best Exeter Hotels, and unwind in elegance at the Inn by the Bandstand. We’re well located in town, across the street from the town’s famed Bandstand, and within walking distance of all the top restaurants, shops, and activities in this historic town. More than being well located in town, though, the guest experience at the Inn is what draws guests in time and again.
With elevated accommodations, a fine range of amenities, and exceptional hospitality, you’ll be hard-pressed to find Exeter hotels that match what you’ll find here. Our historic hotel is situated in a 1809 Federal-Style Mansion but is anything but stuffy. As you cross the threshold, you’ll return to New England’s Gilded Age. There are elegant touches throughout, including fine art, antiques, and furnishings. We put fresh, seasonal flowers in your room and around the Inn daily – it’s little touches like this that elevate our experience into one of the best Exeter hotels.
We offer a range of guest rooms for all types of travelers, including solo travelers, couples looking for romantic weekends away, families seeking a comfortable home away from home, and even those searching for pet-friendly hotels in Exeter. With so much to offer, it’s easy to see why the Inn by the Bandstand is rated as one of the best Exeter Hotels. Book your room today!