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1. Cotton
4.9
Exceptional(4755)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Manchester
Booked 28 times today
Cotton features the cooking of award-winning chef/author/owner Jeffrey Paige. Located in Manchester's Historic Millyard District, Cotton is known for exceptional farm to table comfort food, friendly yet professional service, and an inviting, casual upscale atmosphere. It's the place the New York Times calls hip, named one of the best neighborhood restaurants in the Northeast by Bon Appetit Magazine and holds the distinct honor of Best Martinis in New Hampshire year after year by NH Magazine and The Union Leader. RESERVATIONS:Patio dining is available April through October. To request a patio table please note this when you make your reservation. Weather permitting, we will call early afternoon the day of your reservation to confirm if patio seating is available. We cannot guarantee specific seating at this time but we always do our best.
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2. The Crown Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(878)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Manchester
Booked 22 times today
The Crown Tavern is a hotspot because it's a relaxed, stylish place to enjoy delicious comfort food in the heart of Manchester. Customers love the excellent service, diverse menu, and top-shelf drinks. As one reviewer said, 'The food is consistently excellent and the atmosphere is vibrant/lively.' Another noted, 'The spicy honey pepperoni pizza is amazing.' It's a place where you'll want to go back, and it's consistently rated highly in reviews.
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3. Mike's Italian Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(125)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Nashua
Booked 22 times today
Welcome to Mike's Italian Kitchen. Mike's is the the most recent creation of the Michael Timothy's Dining Group. Mike's Italian Kitchen is in our flagship location at 212 Main St in downtown Nashua, where it all began. Our chef/owner Michael Buckley has always been inspired by classic Italian food, a food that evokes comfort, family and fun. The menu at Mike's Italian Kitchen is a modern interpretation of classic Italian comfort food. Select regional Italian wines add to the enjoyment of a meal celebrated with friends, family and colleagues.
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4. Firefly American Bistro - New Hampshire
4.7
Exceptional(2233)
Price: Moderate
• American • Manchester
Booked 63 times today
Firefly Bistro & Bar is a casually upscale American bistro situated in the heart of Manchester"s downtown district. Firefly embraces the concept of comfort dining by offering inspired classic American fare in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Firefly's extensive wine list, craft beer selections, and creative cocktails compliment the time-honored yet innovative creations of Chef David Becker's seasonal menus, which burst with flavors from around the world. The uptown atmosphere is accentuated by downtown hospitality and friendly, professional service.
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5. Union Public House
4.5
Awesome(82)
Price: Expensive
• American • Nashua
Booked 22 times today
Union Public House is a local hot spot, boasting a uniquely stylish atmosphere, featuring a wood fired oven & an elevated take on American cuisine. Offerings such as local oysters, freshly made pizzas, house-butchered steaks, and much more! The hand crafted cocktails feature fresh and distinctive ingredients. Located right across the street from Nashua's Center for the Arts, and just around the corner from Union's flagship restaurant Stella Blu & The Pearl at Stella Blu. Make sure to stop in for a delicious experience!
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6. Stella Blu
4.4
Awesome(1119)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Nashua
Booked 8 times today
Stella Blu is a hit with the locals for its upscale casual dining experience and creative cocktails. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic food, friendly staff, and lively atmosphere. The restaurant is particularly popular for date nights, girls night outs, and casual gatherings. With top ratings for food, service, and ambience, it's clear Stella Blu is a go-to spot for contemporary American cuisine in Nashua.
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  • Dave
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Oysters Rockefeller opener was very tasty. Had pork chop special. It was cooked perfectly. Special cheesecake for dessert was top-notch. Our server, Tyler, couldn't have been nicer and very accommodating. This place is always busy, so it says alot about how they treat customers. Several staff members thanked us for coming on way out. Always friendly. Great experience. Highly recommended if you've not been. Their menu is one page, so not a big selection. But, they prepare it all perfectly and specials are usually my first choice.
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    The Crown TavernPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Manchester
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    4.8
  • IlanVIP
    Greater Boston •84 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were seated by the window, hoping for a warm and cozy meal on a cold winter evening. Unfortunately, the large windows were very drafty, and we had to keep our coats on the whole time. The cold air was so noticeable that the short curtains were moving. It wasn’t just us—everyone sitting near the windows was bundled up in jackets and scarves, trying to stay warm while eating. The food and service might have been nice, but it was hard to enjoy with the constant chill. Hopefully, the restaurant fixes this because it has the potential to be a great, cozy spot.
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    Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
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    4.8
  • Patrick
    New Hampshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Fantastic food and cocktails with my kids.I took them for the first time and they loved it like I do. The scallops were great (and so many!!) and the meatloaf was very tasty (a big portion, as well). Love the ambiance and coziness of it. And Nina did a great job taking care of us and offering insight regarding the menu and cocktails. Will be back many more times in 2025!
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    CottonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manchester
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    4.9
  • Berwald
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    ALWAYS look forward to dining at Giulia. Consistently great food and staff. The linguine last night with scallop was a highlight. Love!
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    Giulia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cambridge
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    4.8
  • Jeff
    Memphis / West Tennessee •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We went for Xmas dinner , could not be any better , service was first class, the food was out of the world , could not be any better and was very fair in price for what you got, will be back for every holiday and birthdays Jeff w
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    Tuscan KitchenPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Salem
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    4.5

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