It seems like these days there are trendy new cocktail joints opening up on every corner – and they’re absolutely fabulous and fun for a special night out. No matter how many swanky new spots open, though, we’ll always have a special place in our heart for those bars where you always know exactly what you’ll get, even if it isn’t fancy – the kinds of places where you can relax and just enjoy an evening with friends. Here are a few of our favorites.
- The Press Room, Portsmouth
FourSquare/Katherine D. Portsmouth’s Press Room is the place to go if you’re into live music - they have the best acts in town, along with great drinks and a fun atmosphere. At the moment they’re closed for renovations, but are hoping to reopen fairly early in 2018. Find them at 77 Daniel St Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
- Strange Brew Tavern, Manchester
Facebook/Strange Brew Tavern Strange Brew is always packed, and for good reason. With great music, an excellent beer music, and a great casual vibe, you can’t go wrong. Find it at 88 Market St Manchester, New Hampshire.
- The Peddler’s Daughter, Nashua
Facebook/The Peddler’s Daughter If you love a good Irish pub, you’ll love this Nashua spot. It’s always cheerful, and has great food to go with your Guiness. Visit at 48 Main St Nashua, New Hampshire.
- The Stone Church, Newmarket
Facebook/The Stone Church Music Club The Stone Church may be more of a music venue than a bar, persay, but it definitely has a bar, and it’s definitely a great place to enjoy a drink and some excellent live music. Check it out at 5 Granite St Newmarket, New Hampshire.
- Fat Belly’s Grill and Bar, Portsmouth
Facebook/Fat Bellys Grill & Bar Fat Belly’s has an honest-to-goodness ice bar, and it’s worth a visit for that alone. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy a game while having a few drinks. Find it at 2 Bow St Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
- Pub 32, Lincoln
TripAdvisor/TravelingShanti This is a total local favorite - unpretentious and simple, focused on beer and pizza. You won’t go hungry here, their pizza is amazing! Try it at 264 Main St Ste 3, Lincoln, NH 03251.
- Broken Spoke Saloon, Laconia
Facebook/Laconia Broken Spoke Saloon This biker bar is a ton of fun during Bike Week, but it’s worth a visit any time of year. It has a fun and welcoming atmosphere, and plenty of outdoor seating in the warmer months. Find it at 1072 Watson Road, Laconia, New Hampshire.
- McGarvey’s Saloon, Manchester
Facebook/McGarvey’s Saloon This spot has been in operation for years, and it’s the place to go for great deals on drinks, like $9 buckets of beer. They have karaoke, too! Find it at 1097 Elm St Manchester, New Hampshire.
- Olde Kilkenny Pub, Milford
Facebook/Olde Kilkenny Pub Beer lovers will adore this spot - it has 47 draught selections. It’s also a great spot for bar games, playing pool, and more. Visit at 30 Middle St, Milford, New Hampshire.
- Area 23, Concord
Facebook/Area 23 Concord This funky spot has a super cool and unusual vibe, and great food and drinks to go with it. Visit at 254 N State St, Unit H (Smokestack Center) Concord, New Hampshire.
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FourSquare/Katherine D.
Portsmouth’s Press Room is the place to go if you’re into live music - they have the best acts in town, along with great drinks and a fun atmosphere. At the moment they’re closed for renovations, but are hoping to reopen fairly early in 2018. Find them at 77 Daniel St Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Facebook/Strange Brew Tavern
Strange Brew is always packed, and for good reason. With great music, an excellent beer music, and a great casual vibe, you can’t go wrong. Find it at 88 Market St Manchester, New Hampshire.
Facebook/The Peddler’s Daughter
If you love a good Irish pub, you’ll love this Nashua spot. It’s always cheerful, and has great food to go with your Guiness. Visit at 48 Main St Nashua, New Hampshire.
Facebook/The Stone Church Music Club
The Stone Church may be more of a music venue than a bar, persay, but it definitely has a bar, and it’s definitely a great place to enjoy a drink and some excellent live music. Check it out at 5 Granite St Newmarket, New Hampshire.
Facebook/Fat Bellys Grill & Bar
Fat Belly’s has an honest-to-goodness ice bar, and it’s worth a visit for that alone. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy a game while having a few drinks. Find it at 2 Bow St Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
TripAdvisor/TravelingShanti
This is a total local favorite - unpretentious and simple, focused on beer and pizza. You won’t go hungry here, their pizza is amazing! Try it at 264 Main St Ste 3, Lincoln, NH 03251.
Facebook/Laconia Broken Spoke Saloon
This biker bar is a ton of fun during Bike Week, but it’s worth a visit any time of year. It has a fun and welcoming atmosphere, and plenty of outdoor seating in the warmer months. Find it at 1072 Watson Road, Laconia, New Hampshire.
Facebook/McGarvey’s Saloon
This spot has been in operation for years, and it’s the place to go for great deals on drinks, like $9 buckets of beer. They have karaoke, too! Find it at 1097 Elm St Manchester, New Hampshire.
Facebook/Olde Kilkenny Pub
Beer lovers will adore this spot - it has 47 draught selections. It’s also a great spot for bar games, playing pool, and more. Visit at 30 Middle St, Milford, New Hampshire.
Facebook/Area 23 Concord
This funky spot has a super cool and unusual vibe, and great food and drinks to go with it. Visit at 254 N State St, Unit H (Smokestack Center) Concord, New Hampshire.
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