50 Best American Restaurants in Manchester

“Wow! The Puritan Backroom was out to impress yesterday. We chose to order from them for our daughter and son in laws “I Do BBQ”. So much food! So delicious! Everyone was very happy with everything. There was way more than expected! Thank you!“

“My husband took me to Cotton last night for my birthday. The owner was at the host stand and she was extremely friendly and welcoming. Our server scooter was an absolute sweetheart. She was just the right amount of attentive. Shrimp appetizer was so delicious and our steaks had so much flavor and were cooked to perfection(med-rare) cocktails were great too! Between the amazing meals we had an excellent service I cannot wait to come back here. Thank you so much for such a great birthday experience!“

“Absolutely exceptional. Had samosa, naan, tandoori chicken and lamb Rogan josh. Everything was well done, super flavorful and tasted homemade. Highly recommended.“

“The food and drinks were great and my server, Primrose, was so friendly!! I will definitely be back especially since there’s outdoor seating when it’s nice out.“

“Not just a simple Lunchroom Chow Line. The various Mac & Cheese Versions that I have tried, have all been shockingly good....that was my failure for underestimating. The flavor and the ability to mix common dinner entrees with macaroni is awesome to savor. Each time I go, I try a new dish and as mentioned, I have been disappointed even once.

Even management played a part in the overall experience. The way I witnessed management talk to and push the employees was great, and you can tell that the employees are happy - and appreciate the level of respect they are given. Kudos to management.“

“Went here late night after a concert at SNHU arena. Great service even at 11pm. I absolutely loved the chicken, the crinkle cut fries, and the white bread. The Dave’s sauce was insanely good too. We also got shakes, which we loved. My wife wasn’t as enthusiastic about the chicken, but liked everything else. I’ll be back!!“

“Excellent food and drinks. Relaxed and intimate atmosphere.“

“Best veggie omelette in the city, looking forward to trying the corned beef reuben!“

“love this place!! the food is always great and Keri is a great waitress! the owner is normally present and friendly. it's clean comfortable and feels like home. I will always eat here when Keri is working ♡“

“Came for Mother’s Day brunch and the food was awesome! Great staff and great food, thank you!“

“I use to go to Belmont once a week. The food is fantastic. In the last 3 years, I have developed a gluten allergy. They have food that is gluten friendly but not gluten-free. I have to be very careful of what I order knowing some cross contamination may occur. This was my first visit in years and the food was still great“

“Great manager. We held a party for 30. Food was wonderful and the manager Paige provided great service.“

“Always good service and food“

“Food is so good friendly staff like to always support the small places this is a awesome place I highly recommend it definitely be back“

“Chef mark’s food is impeccable and the bartender is beautiful inside and out.always a fantastic time! And where do you go and get 5 star meals on the house!? An absolute hidden gem!! I Love you Mark and Lisa all your hard work payed off!this place needed you both! And the drinks?omg best margaritas!!! You ask for excellent food and drinks and you shall receive!!the bar is classy quaint and is perfect for date nights or just to relax and exhale from a long day!! Highly recommended!!!“

“Well, I had the best chicken Queso Dias, made by an amazing up and coming star Amy (on the name tag) and the burger and fries were cooked to perfection by a "short" order cook Kaityn a young woman who is "growing." and rising star. or should I say trying to reach for them. and her amazing young assistant Chris who is going to be a great sous chef one day. It is a college Dining Hall, but any one can go and eat there, they do not accept cash though so bring you card.“

“Always a lovely lunch, the ingredients are fresh and lots of options! My sandwich - the California Turkey Club - was enough for almost two meals 😋 the side of Brussels sprouts was delicious, with plenty of balsamic. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Great food, awesome customer service and beautiful sceneries.“

“A*. Would definitely recommend“

“the fish tacos were good.Friendly service.“

“I organized a football team event for 50 held at the Boneyard (their function place), and everything could not have been more perfect. We upgraded to include the ribs which was such a good idea. The reports from the team were all positive, it blew away the Italian meal from the prior year. There was plenty of leftover food which the athletes were so excited to take home. 5 stars. Highly recommend!“

“I would like to thank the staff at Queen City Cupcakes for the best experience ever. They are so friendly. From start to finish the experience was top notch. We chose the 3dz cupcakes, of which we had three flavors with 3 different icings. The cupcakes were so moist. The designs were exactly how we thought in our minds.“

“We visited The Pint on a Sunday, and we enjoyed the $3 bloody Mary and a burger. Highly recommend. 4 stars because we were there at 12p, restaurant advertised open at 12 and the waitress insisted they were open at 1230. No big deal, just felt like we were intruding.“

“Absolutely a great place to go ! Atmosphere, Service, ….. and appetizers and entree’s were excellent. Drinks they will create per your request. Hat’s off to the Service and the Chef’s ! 👍👍👍👍👍 Must sit near the guitar guy in the bar area ! Great to have a fun, relaxing, dinner listening to a selection of the best of the 70’s, 80’s,90’s, to current .“

“Great food and service every time.“

“I was just here today, among many other times, but I have so much respect for the owner and her staff. The food is quick, the drinks are good, but due to the location, there is an influx of hungry folks. A gentleman came in asking for French fries, although I offered to pay for his fries but was asked not to, the way this woman handled the situation was impeccable. She treated him like an actual human when most do not. She packed up his fries, got him anything he needed, and even threw in some extra fries for him to have. I have NEVER had a bad experience here and this just solidified for me the integrity and honor this owner has. Love being here!!!!“

“Have eaten there for 65 years and I always leave full and very content ?.“

“They catered an event for us (240 people) and their performance was flawless!! They were polite, on-time, and PROFESSIONAL! And the food was DELICIOUS!!“

“The environment is fantastic. Music every night excluding Monday, Free self serve popcorn, a upstair area that has a foosball table a pool table and buck Hunter. The kitchen is usually open until 11. Great pub food and reasonably priced drinks.“

“Food - Breakfast cooked with extra care
The chef knows his ingredients!

Service - You'll never find better

Atmosphere - Basically classic 90's Friends

This is the place, guy.
Go here.
Eat breakfast.
Be happy.“

“My son took me here for my Birthday last night. The food was far better than I was expecting. We both had the Prime Rib and it was tender, melt in your mouth goodness. The service was excellent, and the Line dance, by the staff, in the aisle was a great addition. I have eaten in a lot of steak houses in the Southwest and this ranks with the best. Great Job, I will be back.“

“Dinner was fresh and delicious!“

“Had eggs Benedict this am-home made hollandaise and beans as a side were delicious. Great service-thank you Jordan for being super friendly, attentive and keeping my coffee cup filled! We’ll be back! Appreciate that we were not rushed.“

“I have come here a couple of times with my husband. The atmosphere is always warm and welcoming. I'm still being introduced to other gay bars around the area. This one so far, is the best. Drinks are always "stiff". As well as I'm sure others. Keep up the good work guys“

“I was in the area and there was the Really Big Meal Deal that I took advantage of. The Big Cluckin' Crispy Chicken 🐔 Sandwich 🥪 was good but fell apart while I was eating. I had unsweetened iced tea for my drink.
Service was great and the inside looks good 👍. The bathroom was in good shape. I was underneath a speaker 🔊 but the music was not loud.
If you like Applebee's, I recommend this one!

Vegetarian options: 🥗 Salads and Impossible Burger available. You can have an Impossible Burger substituted for their regular beef 🍖 patties.

Dietary restrictions: Their website has nutritional information ℹ️ posted and available for review.

Parking: They are located at Second Street Shoppes which has a huge parking 🅿️ lot for all of the businesses. Several spots in front of Applebee's are reserved for Carside To Go.

Kid-friendliness: Families are welcomed.

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿ accessible.“

“Great place to be outside, enjoy the weather, have great food and drinks! Kids love the space, the food and fun! The service team took great care of us!“

“I just moved to Manchester and was looking for a new spot. Rounders is amazing. Very comfortable. Staff is attentive, personable, and very friendly. Remembered what I drink after the 1st night. The food is 5 star. Fairly priced. Great serving size. Highly recommend coming here. You will not be disappointed.“

“Came to Thirsty Moose Taphouse to kick off my graduation week/weekend! Had 2 types of beer, poutine, and fish and chips. Abigail was a great server and this place gets a very big "thumbs up" from me!“

“My 9 year old has a peanut allergy, causing a lot of anxiety when it comes to eating anywhere besides home. Tonite we found ourselves at longhorn. I can’t believe how kind and understanding the service manager was! Holly met us at the table sat right next to my son, and handed him a binder with the whole menu and all kinds of tools to help him feel comfortable. She took out two boys on a tour of the kitchen and made them feel so important. A this was a huge night for our whole family! Thank you so much Holly and the rest of the staff at the longhorn for turning what would have been a rough night into a great dinner out. We really can’t thank you enough! We will definitely be back!

Dietary restrictions: Nut allergy

Kid-friendliness: To come out in the busiest night I’ve seen, and take the time to help my son with an allergy feel safe meant the world to us. I can’t explain how much that means to us. She gave him an allergy binder and showed both our kids the kitchen to show him he was safe. Way beyond customer service! Holly is an amazing person!“

“one of the best carne asada.. delicious.“

“I am a repeat customer and have never had a bad meal. The food, service and price are all awesome.“

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“I’m surprised to see so many negative reviews of this place. I always look forward to flying out of MHT just so I can go here. The service is always excellent and while I don’t love everything on the menu (I find the tortillas often stale for the tacos) the burgers and fish and chips don’t disappoint. But again, the service is what brings me back — always friendly and attentive. Maybe it’s the difference between sitting at the bar (as I do) and table service, but I’ve never had the trouble others describe.“

“Yo I met the coolest gal tonight thank you Gabby for being so kind to this young lady she went home changed and met me randomly to have my first prom date in the history of weddings best believe I took a pic or two 3rd ones a charm gtg grab cigs next door where they sell CUBAN CIGARS THEY ARE JAZZY

Kid-friendliness: 21 over“

“Never had Nadeau's of Goffstown sandwiches ever until my girlfriend, who has been in Manchester all her life, was able to convince me to go. I had the Italian sub while she had the steak tip sub and both were outstanding however the only thing I would say is the onion rings were not hand cut or hand-battered which is disappointing but other than that everything was great.“

“Very nice stay. Up to date place with great food, friendly staff and clean rooms with comfortable beds. Added bonus of baseball park outside the back lobby! Close yo everything with a nice view of the city. Very welcoming landscaping and amenities“

“Hello my Hungry Guy in a Wheelchair friends and welcome to another restaurant review… this time for Billy's Sportsbar & Grill for lunch in Manchester, NH Let me just start by saying—if you roll into Billy’s hungry, you’re gonna roll out full and happy. This place knows how to feed a guy who’s been craving big flavor and good vibes. Let’s talk food (aka the whole reason we’re here): I ordered The Ryan Griffin Burger.. Yep, you read that right. Named after the legend himself—this thing is a heavy-hitter. We’re talking a perfectly grilled burger, thick and juicy, piled high with bacon, cheddar, sautéed onions, and Billy’s signature sauce. Comes with onion rings, crispy on the outside, soft in the middle—just like a love song. It’s messy in the best way. This burger means it. My friend Anna Costa-Turner ordered the Billy’s ½ lb. Steak and Cheese.. Shaved steak loaded into a fresh sub roll with melty provolone and a generous drizzle of Billy’s house steak sauce. It’s one of those sandwiches where the juices start soaking the paper wrap before you even pick it up. Comes with a mountain of fries that almost need their own zip code. Now, for the best part of the whole lunch, Me and Anna ordered the Naughty Nurses Cookie Skillet to share as a sweet treat, Okay, dessert-lovers: brace yourselves. Fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie served warm in a mini skillet, topped with melty vanilla ice cream and drizzled with fudge. Every bite is gooey, sweet, and outrageously indulgent. You’ll be spoon-dueling your crew for the last scoop. The accessibility is easily a big win here. There’s a wheelchair-accessible parking spot near the front entrance, and the ramp up to the door is smooth. Inside, the layout is surprisingly open for a busy sports bar. Tables are spaced well enough that you’re not squeezing between chairs or jukebox wires. Once inside, Billy’s hits that sweet spot between classic sports bar and family-friendly hangout. The TVs are everywhere (like, everywhere), which means you’re not missing a single pitch, play, or slap shot (yes, even the bathrooms!🤣). The lighting is cozy but not dark, and the crowd is a mix of regulars and out-of-towners. Music plays low enough that you can still have a convo without shouting. Good energy all around. As far as service goes, pretty top-notch. Our server was fast, friendly, double-checked my access needs without making it awkward, and made sure everything came out hot. Always nice when staff treat you like a person, not a checklist. For the portions? Fair game. The Ryan Griffin Burger comes in under $15, the steak and cheese is right in that ballpark too, and the cookie skillet is big enough to share for under $10. You get what you pay for—and in this case, that means a lot of flavor and no regrets. Billy’s Sports Bar & Grill has been Wheelchair-tested and Belly-approved.. If you want loud flavor, solid service, good vibes, and a spot that respects accessibility, this one’s a no-brainer. Go hungry. Leave full. Maybe even a little cookie-drunk, Would wheel back in a heartbeat. this has definitely risen too the top as the best food review I’ve done soo far… so, with that said my overall rating for Billy’s Sports Bar and Grill gets an astounding Score: 10/10“

“Went for a show. Lots of good stuff going on. Bar / wait staff were attentive and friendly too. There was live music on the patio and stand-up comedy in the sub-basement performance space. I'd suggest checking their website and seeing what you like the look of and head over for that. I didn't eat so can't comment on the chow but if looks are anything to go by you'll be fine.“

“Had eggs Benedict this am-home made hollandaise and beans as a side were delicious. Great service-thank you Jordan for being super friendly, attentive and keeping my coffee cup filled! We’ll be back! Appreciate that we were not rushed.“

“Very good salad. Friendly service“