There are plenty of fine dining options in New Hampshire these days – but the real charm, and the best food, can be found off the beaten path. Why go to Manchester for high prices and snobby service when you can eat at these local favorites? Whatever type of cuisine you’re looking for, from Turkish food to Southern barbecue, you’re sure to find something delicious at these favorites.
- Mediterrano (Hillsborough)
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Mediterrano You might not expect to find incredible Turkish cuisine in Hillsborough - but that’s just what you’ll discover at Mediterrano. Customers rave in particular about the meze platter, lavash bread, and grilled meats. Try it yourself at 24 Henniker St., Hillsborough, NH.
- Gusanoz (Lebanon)
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Facebook/GusanozMexicanRestaurant This restaurant was once a contender on Restaurant: Impossible - suffice it to say it has changed its ways! Residents of the Upper Valley flock to Gusanoz, located in an unassuming strip mall, for delicious Mexican food and incredible margaritas. Find it at 410 Miracle Mile, Lebanon, NH 03766
- JimEddie’s (Keene)
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Facebook/JimEddies Visit this family-run restaurant for southern barbeque as well as New England classics. The smoker out front is all the proof you need that this is the place to be for southern barbeque. The family-run restaurant also turns out delicious New England classics. It’s located at 429 Winchester St, Keene, NH 03431.
- Nolan’s Brick Oven Bistro (Wolfeboro)
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Facebook/Nolans-Brick-Oven-Bistro-242870745797955 Enjoy a variety of pastas, sandwiches, and brick oven pizzas at this Italian bistro in Wolfeboro. Check it out at 39 N Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894-4485.
- The Flying Goose Brewpub & Grille
The Flying Goose Brewpub & Grille
Yelp/Freesia S. This cozy restaurant with stunning views of Mount Kearsage serves up all the best pub favorites, alongside a selection of home-brewed beers. Check it out at 40 Andover Rd, New London, NH 03257.
- Rainbow Grille and Tavern (Pittsburg)
Rainbow Grille and Tavern
Rainbow Grille and Tavern This classic New Hampshire tavern serves up a mean steak and some of the best seafood in New Hampshire. It’s attached to a classic lodge and serves a great breakfast, too - just be sure to call ahead. Enjoy the ambiance at 609 Beach Road, Pittsburg, NH 03592.
- Shira Kiku (Nashua)
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Yelp/Kevin F. This unpretentious restaurant serves up delicious Korean and Japanese food - whether you’re craving bibimbap or sushi, you’ll find it here. Check it out at 13 Broad St. Nashua, NH 03064.
- Pit Stop Smokehouse
Pit Stop Smokehouse
Pit Stop Smokehouse (Westmoreland) This barbecue favorite serves up all of your smokey favorites, and truly is on the side of the road. We think it’s worth a special trip. Drive on down to 1041 Rt 12, Westmoreland, NH 03467.
Is your mouth watering yet? Take a trip to one of these favorites the next time you want to change up your dinner routine – and don’t forget to report back.
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Mediterrano
You might not expect to find incredible Turkish cuisine in Hillsborough - but that’s just what you’ll discover at Mediterrano. Customers rave in particular about the meze platter, lavash bread, and grilled meats. Try it yourself at 24 Henniker St., Hillsborough, NH.
Facebook/GusanozMexicanRestaurant
This restaurant was once a contender on Restaurant: Impossible - suffice it to say it has changed its ways! Residents of the Upper Valley flock to Gusanoz, located in an unassuming strip mall, for delicious Mexican food and incredible margaritas. Find it at 410 Miracle Mile, Lebanon, NH 03766
Facebook/JimEddies
Visit this family-run restaurant for southern barbeque as well as New England classics. The smoker out front is all the proof you need that this is the place to be for southern barbeque. The family-run restaurant also turns out delicious New England classics. It’s located at 429 Winchester St, Keene, NH 03431.
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Enjoy a variety of pastas, sandwiches, and brick oven pizzas at this Italian bistro in Wolfeboro. Check it out at 39 N Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894-4485.
The Flying Goose Brewpub & Grille
Yelp/Freesia S.
This cozy restaurant with stunning views of Mount Kearsage serves up all the best pub favorites, alongside a selection of home-brewed beers. Check it out at 40 Andover Rd, New London, NH 03257.
Rainbow Grille and Tavern
Rainbow Grille and Tavern
This classic New Hampshire tavern serves up a mean steak and some of the best seafood in New Hampshire. It’s attached to a classic lodge and serves a great breakfast, too - just be sure to call ahead. Enjoy the ambiance at 609 Beach Road, Pittsburg, NH 03592.
Yelp/Neal E.
Yelp/Kevin F.
This unpretentious restaurant serves up delicious Korean and Japanese food - whether you’re craving bibimbap or sushi, you’ll find it here. Check it out at 13 Broad St. Nashua, NH 03064.
Pit Stop Smokehouse
Pit Stop Smokehouse (Westmoreland)
This barbecue favorite serves up all of your smokey favorites, and truly is on the side of the road. We think it’s worth a special trip. Drive on down to 1041 Rt 12, Westmoreland, NH 03467.
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