Republic Café & Bistro
1069 Elm St.
Manchester, NH 03101
(603) 666-3723
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 219 Reviews With a menu filled with fresh ingredients from local farms, Republic serves up some of the most authentic Mediterranean dishes around. For starters it’s always best to go with the falafels & hummus and whatever might be on special that day. With these cooks in the kitchen, you can’t go wrong.
The Barley House
132 N Main St.
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 228-6363
Yelp: 4 Stars; 161 Reviews. There’s no better place in New Hampshire to grab a burger and get your buzz on than the Barley House in Concord. First timers should try the popular “Dublin Burger” topped with a whiskey sauce and blue cheese. Many people swear it’s the best burger they’ve ever had.
Collins Brothers Chowder Co.
59 Temple St.
Nashua, NH 03060
(603) 883-2347
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 20 Reviews. The New England area might be famous for their clam chowder, but New Hampshire should be famous for the Collins Brothers Chowder Company. Not only do they have a delicious clam chowder on the menu, they’ve also got tons of other soups like Hungarian Mushroom, corn and bacon chowder, and Texas-style chili. It’s “soup so good, you won’t put your spoon down.”
The Portsmouth Brewery
56 Market St.
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 431-115
Yelp: 4 Stars; 463 Reviews. Portsmouth Brewery brings a mix of awesome food and awesome beer to the New Hampshire cuisine scene. With a nice variety of craft beers (get the sampler!) and a menu that could please carnivores and vegetarians alike, Portsmouth has something for everyone.
Tuscan Kitchen
67 Main St
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 952-4875
Yelp: 4 Stars; 205 Reviews. After tasting the Italian food at Tuscan Kitchen, you’ll demand freshly made pasta for the rest of your life. Using some of the best ingredients around, Tuscan Kitchen crafts authentic Italian meals putting them in the running for the best Italian food in the state.
Skinny’s Pizzeria
168 Amory St.
Manchester, NH 03102
(603) 232-7565
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 22 Reviews. Everyone needs that one pizza place that they can always count on for parties, Netflix marathons, and break-ups. Skinny’s is that place. The owner super passionate about their food and it shows. Try Skinny’s once and it will quickly become part of your daily routine.
Spoon Revolution Vegan Bistro
55 S. Main St.
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 738-4327
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 40 Reviews. It’s often hard to convince non-believers that vegan dishes are actually pretty awesome, however Spoon Revolution Bistro will have any doubter thinking otherwise. With dishes like watermelon gazpacho and Masala Sabji, it’s a great place to eat healthy without missing out on the flavors of a great meal.
Rainbow Grille and Tavern
140 Back Lake Rd.
Pittsburg, NH 03592
(603) 538-9556
Yelp: 5 Stars; 12 Reviews If you’re in the mood for awesome steak or seafood and happen to be in Northern New Hampshire, Rainbow Grille should be where you’re headed. Famous for dishes like their giant stuffed haddock and mesquite grilled rib-eye weighing in at a full pound, it’s one of the most satisfying ways around to fill your stomach.
Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grill
40 Andover Rd
New London, NH 03257
(603) 526-6899
Yelp: 3.5 Stars; 54 Reviews. Another awesome brewery in New Hampshire, the Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grill has a menu filled with superstars to pair with their unique homegrown tap list. Food comes in big portions with ever changing specials keeping the menu new and exciting, making the pub a great place to head with friends for a quick bite.
Saigon & Tokyo
892B Central Ave.
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 750-4128
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 89 Reviews. Saigon & Tokyo restaurant has perfected the art of preparing Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese food. Boasting that trio of options, menu items include nearly every Asian dish a patron could want. They’ve got sushi, they’ve got crab Rangoon, they’ve got pho. No longer do residents in Dover have to settle when they’re craving the flavors of the Far East.
Bantam Grill
1 Jaffrey Rd.
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 924-6633
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 22 Reviews While the name might look a little like “Batman,” Bantam Grill has nothing to do with this caped superhero and everything to do with delicious dining. Dishes on the menu cover a huge range of styles, providing something to make everyone happy. The recipes they use produce dish after dish of extremely balanced, well-rounded flavors seen in favorites like the brisket, the homemade pasta, and their seared scallops. Bantam will never let you down.
N’awlins Grille
860 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101
(603) 606-2488
Yelp: 3.5 Stars; 36 Reviews. Come for the food, stay for the live smooth jazz. N’awlins perfectly captures that famous New Orleans vibe that everyone loves. Cajun and Creole dishes like crawfish étouffée, shrimp gumbo, and jambalaya seem to instantly transport you to a warmer part of the world. N’awlins is as lively as its namesake.
BRGR BAR
34 Portwalk Place
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 294-0902
Yelp: 4 Stars; 61 Reviews. A burger is a burger…until you try one from BRGR BAR in Portsmouth. With tons of creative toppings blending in perfect harmony atop a mound of meat, every trip to BRGR BAR is a memorable experience. Crowd favorites include the Four Horsemen (topped with poblanos, habanero salsa, ancho aioli, fried jalapenos, and gorgonzola) and the Stout (topped with chili, cherry peppers, and cheddar cheese).
River Road Tavern
193 River Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 206-5837
Yelp: 4 Stars; 71 Reviews. River Road Tavern is a great place to stop on in Bedford for a beer and some hearty food. The menu isn’t huge, but everything on it is superb. They’ve got amazing wing sauce, but what really takes the cake is the Cheetos crusted mac n’ cheese.
Beefside
106 Manchester St.
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 228-0208
Yelp: 4 Stars; 56 Reviews. It shouldn’t be much of a surprise that Beefside really knows their beef. With one of the best roast beef sandwiches in the country, as well as tons of other delicious cuts of meat, Beefside is any protein aficionado’s paradise. When it comes to red meat, Beefside knows best. What’s your go-to for great grub in New Hampshire? Tell us in the comments below!
