Row 34 | Portsmouth

Row 34 is a hip seafood spot in York where the raw bar and kitchen both punch above their weight. You'll find regulars and date-nighters rubbing shoulders at the bar, ordering oysters by the half-dozen and trying dishes like Nashville hot fish sandwiches and tuna tartare. The space is modern and polished without pretension, and the staff, especially bartender Maggie, know what they're doing.

• Oysters shucked fresh; raw bar choices are solid.
• Nashville hot fish sandwich has real bite and flavor.
• Bartender Maggie makes excellent drinks, knows the wine list.
• Attentive staff and service manager set the tone.

Start with oysters from the raw bar and the tuna tartare if it's running. The Nashville hot fish sandwich delivers serious spice and flavor, the hake is worth ordering, and fish and chips are perfectly executed. The lobster roll sits on the pricier side but holds its own. Skip the fish tacos and grab the cornbread on the side instead.

Sleek and modern with a full bar as the focal point. It's lively without being loud, polished but approachable.

Service matters here, and it shows. Staff moves with purpose and actually listens. The place works for a quick lunch with a cocktail, a date night, or a special occasion splurge. If you're coming from Maine for dinner, people drive it.

Guests rave about the oysters and adventurous food, but the real standout is the service. One recent visitor called it 'nearly perfect,' while another said staff made their anniversary dinner feel truly special. Regulars return for Maggie's bartending and the team's genuine attention to detail.