Fratello's Ristorante Italiano
155 dow street, phone: 603-624-2022, (http://www.fratellos.com/...). excellent! prime rib recommended.
Nutfield Ale & Steakhouse
55 john e. devine dr., phone: +1 603 666-3030, (http://www.nutfield.com/). at four points sheraton. casual upscale with their own microbrews center stage.
Siam Orchid,
581 second st., phone: +1 603 647-5547. (http://siamorchid.net/) enjoy outstanding thai cuisine at this stylish restaurant. curries are especially good. this restaurant has been known to impress visitors from southern california well-versed in the joys of thai cuisine. it is also especially easy to get to from elsewhere in the city -- if staying near the airport, take i-293 north to exit 4, and head straight ahead at the stoplight after exiting the freeway. voila, you're there.
The Puritan Restaurant
245 hooksett road, phone: +1 603 669-6980. (http://www.puritanbackroo...). quality service since 1917. a very popular destination for locals serving american and greek food. you may even see adam sandler there.
The Red Arrow Diner
61 lowell street, phone: +1 603 626-1118. (http://www.redarrowdiner.com/). very fun diner, open 24 hours since 1922. voted one of the top ten diners in the country by usa today. very good pancakes.
Lala's Hungarian Pastry & Restaurant
836 elm st, phone: +1 603 647-7100. hungarian and austrian pastries, breakfast and lunch.
Piccolo Italia Ristorante
827 elm street, phone: +1 603 606-5100. voted manchester's no. 1 italian restaurant -- and with good reason. there is no better place for italian food in manchester. reservations are strongly suggested. terrific pasta and veal.
Unwined
865 second st., phone: +1 603 625-9463, (http://www.unwined.net/). romantic place with wine bar.
El Mexicano Jr,
197 wilson st., phone: +1 603 665-9299. this small 'hole-in-the-wall' eatery is brightly colored and serves authentic mexican food, ranging from chile verde to mexican-style tacos. tacos range from standard fare carnitas, al pastor to relatively exotic buche, that is, pork stomach. inexpensive, good for lunch, no credit cards. street parking.
Cafe Momo
1065 hanover st., phone: +1 603 623-3733. (http://www.cafemomonh.com) this small 30 seat eatery serves excellent nepalese food, which has elements of indian and chinese cuisine. the restaurant has a variety of vegetarian options and offers plenty of spicy -- very spicy -- entrees. the fiery gundruk soup is a must for lovers of spicy food, although be warned: it will clear your sinuses something fierce. a small parking lot, but other parking nearby is easily available.
Chateau Restaurant
201 hanover street, phone: +1 603 627-2677, (http://www.chateaunh.com/...). w,th 4pm-9pm, sa,su 4pm-10pm. classic long-time favorite with martini lounge.
The Yard Restaurant
199 mammoth road, phone: +1 603 623-3545, (http://www.theyardrestaur...). great for sunday brunch.
CJ's Great West Grill
782 so. willow street, phone: +1 603 627-8600, (http://www.t-bones.com/cj...).
Shogun Japanese Steak House
545 daniel webster highway north, phone: +1 603 669-8122, (http://www.shogunnh.com/). m-th 11am-10pm, f,sa 11am-11pm, su 12pm-9pm.
Longhorn Steakhouse
1580 s willow street, phone: +1 603 647-4901.
Tinker's Seafood
545 daniel webster highway, phone: +1 603 622-4279.
The Black Brimmer American Bar & Grill
1087 elm street, phone: +1 603 669-5523, (http://www.blackbrimmer.com/).
For a city of its size, Manchester has surprisingly good restaurants, including some devoted to cuisines one would have trouble finding in larger cities. State law prohibits smoking in restaurants and bars.
Intervale Country Club
1491 front street, phone: +1 603 626-7344, (http://www.intervalecc.com/). open to the public.
Bob Nadeau's House of Subs
776 mast rd., phone: +1 603 623-9315. nadeau's is a hole-in-the-wall treasure, known and loved by locals. very close to st. anselm's college, this place is well known for it's absolute brilliance with steak and cheese subs.
Alleycat Pizzaria
486 chestnut st., phone: +1 603 669-4533.
Manchester Music Mill