# New Hampshire restaurant industry trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-hampshire-restaurant-industry-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-29T03:44:45.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The New Hampshire restaurant landscape experienced both growth and closures during the summer of 2026.

In June and July, eight new dining establishments opened across the state, including the Lost Cowboy Taproom in Portsmouth, the third Great Greek Mediterranean Restaurant location in Epping, and the planned reopening of the Yellow Bell Cafe in Keene.

However, the period of July and August also saw several closures. Notably, The Dive, a floating restaurant in Alton, ceased operations following a July fire, with owners opting not to rebuild. Additionally, two Pizza Hut locations closed in August, leaving approximately ten outlets remaining in the state.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: New Hampshire restaurants close during July and August 2026

Multiple New Hampshire restaurants closed in July and August 2026, including the floating restaurant The Dive following a fire and two Pizza Hut locations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-hampshire-restaurants-close-during-july-and-august-2026

### 2026-08-11: New Hampshire restaurants see eight new openings in June and July

Eight new restaurants, including the Lost Cowboy Taproom and Great Greek Mediterranean Restaurant, opened in New Hampshire during June and July 2026.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-hampshire-restaurants-see-eight-new-openings-in-june-and-july

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Cite as: New Hampshire restaurant industry trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-hampshire-restaurant-industry-trends