Guidebook for Manchester
Food Scene
Delicious food and drinks. Perfect for both a date night or a post-work drink with colleagues.
8 locals recommend
XO On Elm
827 Elm StDelicious food and drinks. Perfect for both a date night or a post-work drink with colleagues.
Cafe Momo
1065 Hanover StWonderful Nepalese food!
Hanover Street Chophouse
149 Hanover StFancy dinner, amazing food.
Mint Bistro
1105 Elm StGreat place for a date night and sushi!
Café la Reine
915 Elm StDelicious Coffee! They have a cozy, warm atmosphere.
Great smoothies, breakfast, and lunch. This is one of our go-to favorites when downtown and want something good to eat.
12 locals recommend
The Bridge Cafe on Elm
1117 Elm StGreat smoothies, breakfast, and lunch. This is one of our go-to favorites when downtown and want something good to eat.
If you want a great breakfast sandwich, go here. More expensive than Dunks, but sooooo much better and it's only a mile away.
7 locals recommend
Bagel Cafe
373 Hanover StIf you want a great breakfast sandwich, go here. More expensive than Dunks, but sooooo much better and it's only a mile away.
The Gyro Spot
1073 Elm StGreat for fast-casual spot for lunch or dinner!
Good food for good prices. One of the best things about this place is that they are open late and adjacent to Murphy's Taproom. There's nothing better than wrapping up a great night out with a stack of delicious pancakes!
Murphy's Diner
516 Elm StGood food for good prices. One of the best things about this place is that they are open late and adjacent to Murphy's Taproom. There's nothing better than wrapping up a great night out with a stack of delicious pancakes!
Pricey but absolutely delicious. Popular spot for Happy Hour for the professional working on in the Mill Buildings. Both food and drinks are fantastic. Whether it's a date night, special occasion, or a business meeting I would highly recommend.
10 locals recommend
The Foundry
50 Commercial StPricey but absolutely delicious. Popular spot for Happy Hour for the professional working on in the Mill Buildings. Both food and drinks are fantastic. Whether it's a date night, special occasion, or a business meeting I would highly recommend.
Mr. Mac’s Macaroni and Cheese
497 Hooksett RdBest mac n' cheese I've ever had. It's absolutely addictive.
El Rincon Zacatecano Taqueria
10 Lake AveOur favorite Mexican restaurant.
Drinks & Nightlife
Strange Brew Tavern
88 Market StClub Manchvegas
50 Old Granite StParks & Nature
This actually passes through Manchester about a half mile from our house. You can access the trail right next to CVS on Mammoth Road. Perfect for a bike trip or just a walk. If you're up for it, it'll take you all the way to Newfields, NH by the seacoast.
Rockingham Recreational Trail
This actually passes through Manchester about a half mile from our house. You can access the trail right next to CVS on Mammoth Road. Perfect for a bike trip or just a walk. If you're up for it, it'll take you all the way to Newfields, NH by the seacoast.
Uncanoonuc Mountains
Short, easy day hike right outside of Manchester!
Perfect spot if you want a quiet, short walk. There are old fire roads all around that you can enjoy that are flat and well-maintained. It's a beautiful spot and only 10-15 minutes away.
21 locals recommend
Massabesic Lake
Perfect spot if you want a quiet, short walk. There are old fire roads all around that you can enjoy that are flat and well-maintained. It's a beautiful spot and only 10-15 minutes away.
Shopping
The Mall of New Hampshire
1500 S Willow StEssentials
Hannaford Supermarket
859 Hanover StWalmart (street entrance) station
Arts & Culture
Currier Museum of Art
150 Ash StEntertainment & Activities
Together with your group, solve the puzzle in the room before time runs out so you can unlock your room and escape!
Granite State Escape Room
795 Elm StTogether with your group, solve the puzzle in the room before time runs out so you can unlock your room and escape!
Chunky's Cinema Pub - Manchester
707 Huse RdWho doesn't love dinner and a movie.
Muse Paintbar - Manchester
42 Hanover StGroup painting classes!