Nancy’s Guidebook
Wellness & Self Care
Whatever brings you to the area, prioritize your wellbeing! Set an intention for your own health and healing.
This recent addition to the neighborhood is just a short walk away and will connect you with massage, reiki, ear coning and so much more. Schedule an appointment, take time to get yourself centered and feel the difference.
Wellness Village NH
660 Mast RdThis recent addition to the neighborhood is just a short walk away and will connect you with massage, reiki, ear coning and so much more. Schedule an appointment, take time to get yourself centered and feel the difference.
Get Outside
See about New Hampshire’s great outdoors.
Two small mountains, north and south peaks, boast several trails.
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Uncanoonuc Mountains
Two small mountains, north and south peaks, boast several trails.
The largest conservation area in the city, and contains trees over 450 years old.
Manchester Cedar Swamp (TNC)
Country Side BoulevardThe largest conservation area in the city, and contains trees over 450 years old.
Tower Hill Pond
This flat and wide trail is 3.8 miles and is part of the Massabesic Lake watershed.
This 2,500 acre lake provides drinking water, as well as many trails, fishing and boating.
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Massabesic Lake
This 2,500 acre lake provides drinking water, as well as many trails, fishing and boating.
Cafés (and books!)
Two of life's greatest joys!
Right on the main drag in Manchester, this gem of an independent bookstore offers a beautiful selection of books (and can quickly get you what may not be in-house), as well as snacks, coffees, teas and relevant events you won't want to miss.
Bookery Manchester
844 Elm StRight on the main drag in Manchester, this gem of an independent bookstore offers a beautiful selection of books (and can quickly get you what may not be in-house), as well as snacks, coffees, teas and relevant events you won't want to miss.
This little cafe offers coffee, tea and small bites, along with a lovely little gift shop. This charming little spot is right off Main St in the center of Goffstown.
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Apotheca
24 Main StThis little cafe offers coffee, tea and small bites, along with a lovely little gift shop. This charming little spot is right off Main St in the center of Goffstown.
This delicious bakeshop offers soups, sandwiches, quiches, cakes, pies, donuts, pastries, coffee and tea... They cater but they are also a great place to pop in to grab some delicious goodies to go!
The Bakeshop On Kelley Street
171 Kelley StThis delicious bakeshop offers soups, sandwiches, quiches, cakes, pies, donuts, pastries, coffee and tea... They cater but they are also a great place to pop in to grab some delicious goodies to go!
This hotspot is right in the heart of downtown. Their fresh made food options will inspire you to eat delicious, healthy food. They feature amazing choices for coffee and tea lovers and host open mic Java Jams events.
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Café la Reine
915 Elm StThis hotspot is right in the heart of downtown. Their fresh made food options will inspire you to eat delicious, healthy food. They feature amazing choices for coffee and tea lovers and host open mic Java Jams events.
This cafe also offers some unique and healthy meal options for those who like to think - and eat - outside the box! They feature juices and smoothies in addition to offering locally roasted coffee. It's a bit off the beaten path and worth finding.
Restoration Cafe
235 Hanover StThis cafe also offers some unique and healthy meal options for those who like to think - and eat - outside the box! They feature juices and smoothies in addition to offering locally roasted coffee. It's a bit off the beaten path and worth finding.
You’ll Need Tickets
Book a show, take in some live music or comedy.
Certainly more than a hockey rink, this is the largest concert venue in NH.
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SNHU Arena
555 Elm StCertainly more than a hockey rink, this is the largest concert venue in NH.
Jewel Music Venue
61 Canal StreetLive music venue featuring local artists.
This historic, nonprofit theatre is a first-rate performing arts center.
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Palace Teater
80 Hanover StreetThis historic, nonprofit theatre is a first-rate performing arts center.
Headliners Comedy Club
21 River Front DriveVoted New Hampshire's Best Comedy Club.
Dana Center-Koonz Theatre
100 St Anselm DrPerforming arts center in the heart of Saint Anselm College.
Breakfast / Lunch Local
While this area boasts many options for foodies, this is just a short list of top suggestions for local breakfast and lunch.
Bagg Lunch is the consummate neighborhood diner! If you're looking for a classic meal enjoyed amongst the locals, this is your place. This family run diner is within walking distance and is one of my very favorite places. Tammy owns this business named for family and you'll find her mom and grandmom working with her!
The Bagg Lunch
679 South Mast StreetBagg Lunch is the consummate neighborhood diner! If you're looking for a classic meal enjoyed amongst the locals, this is your place. This family run diner is within walking distance and is one of my very favorite places. Tammy owns this business named for family and you'll find her mom and grandmom working with her!
A mere ten-minute drive away, this popular spot brings you to the quaint center of Goffstown. Build in some time to hit the little shops!
Sawyer's Main Street Breakfast & Function Hall
13 Main StA mere ten-minute drive away, this popular spot brings you to the quaint center of Goffstown. Build in some time to hit the little shops!
Famous for their crepes, authentic poutine and for being a stop for politicians on the trail, Chez Vachon is sure to be populated by long-time regulars enjoying French Canadian cuisine.
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Chez Vachon
136 Kelley StFamous for their crepes, authentic poutine and for being a stop for politicians on the trail, Chez Vachon is sure to be populated by long-time regulars enjoying French Canadian cuisine.
The Red Arrow will be celebrating 100 years next year, has been officially named a Manchester NH City Landmark and boasts visits from politicians, musicians who have penned songs in honor of the diner, and has been featured on the Food Network.
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Red Arrow Diner
61 Lowell StThe Red Arrow will be celebrating 100 years next year, has been officially named a Manchester NH City Landmark and boasts visits from politicians, musicians who have penned songs in honor of the diner, and has been featured on the Food Network.
Neighborhood Restaurants
At less than a mile from our location, these gems are all easily within walking distance.
This family style restaurant is a top Manchester choice for classic, homecooked fare. Among the menu options: pork pie, mac and cheese, meatloaf, seafood and Greek options. They are also known for their huge salads, friendly service and unbeatable steak tips!
Ollie's Restaurant
761 Mast RdThis family style restaurant is a top Manchester choice for classic, homecooked fare. Among the menu options: pork pie, mac and cheese, meatloaf, seafood and Greek options. They are also known for their huge salads, friendly service and unbeatable steak tips!
Hands down the best hot and sour soup, ever, anywhere! You're likely to catch sight of Winnie running the show, where delicious Chinese food is served timely and with great service. Enjoy the family-style dining room in the front, the lounge in the back, pick it up or have it delivered!
North Garden Restaurant & Lounge
715 Mast RoadHands down the best hot and sour soup, ever, anywhere! You're likely to catch sight of Winnie running the show, where delicious Chinese food is served timely and with great service. Enjoy the family-style dining room in the front, the lounge in the back, pick it up or have it delivered!
This relatively recent addition to the neighborhood has been enthusiastically received! Awarded Viewers' Choice 2021: Best Thai food in New Hampshire, their food is fresh, authentic and mouth-watering.
Ubon Thai 2go
679 Mast RoadThis relatively recent addition to the neighborhood has been enthusiastically received! Awarded Viewers' Choice 2021: Best Thai food in New Hampshire, their food is fresh, authentic and mouth-watering.
Their website announces their famous steak tip sub - and this is true, they are famous for their top-notch take on this classic! With over 50 years in business, they have earned the distinction of being the longest continually operating sub shop in the city of Manchester NH. You should find out why : )
Nadeau's Subs Salads Wraps
776 Mast RdTheir website announces their famous steak tip sub - and this is true, they are famous for their top-notch take on this classic! With over 50 years in business, they have earned the distinction of being the longest continually operating sub shop in the city of Manchester NH. You should find out why : )
This neighborhood pizza place proudly believes size matters, able to claim "We are the home of the biggest oversized pizzas around"! Their Greek roots are evident throughout their delicious and affordable menu.
Golden Acres Pizza Market
670 Mast RdThis neighborhood pizza place proudly believes size matters, able to claim "We are the home of the biggest oversized pizzas around"! Their Greek roots are evident throughout their delicious and affordable menu.
A Bit of Fancy
If you're looking for a night out or want something a little less casual, these are some of the options nearby.
Locally known as the 'BVI', this historic inn has lovely dining rooms in the original farmhouse built in the 1800's. Many of the dining rooms also have the original working fireplaces! The Tavern at the inn is a bit more relaxed and is the quintessential New England tavern.
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Bedford Village Inn & Restaurant
2 Olde Bedford WayLocally known as the 'BVI', this historic inn has lovely dining rooms in the original farmhouse built in the 1800's. Many of the dining rooms also have the original working fireplaces! The Tavern at the inn is a bit more relaxed and is the quintessential New England tavern.
The premise of the Copper Door is "not too fancy, not too casual". They're delicious made-from-scratch menus feature seasonal highlight and they offer fun as well, with live music some evenings and during their sangria Sunday brunch.
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Copper Door
15 Leavy DriveThe premise of the Copper Door is "not too fancy, not too casual". They're delicious made-from-scratch menus feature seasonal highlight and they offer fun as well, with live music some evenings and during their sangria Sunday brunch.
This classic of fine dining is just up the street from The Palace Theatre in downtown Manchester and boasts a piano bar. Locally sourced ingredients paired with top quality steak and seafood provide an exceptional experience.
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Hanover Street Chophouse
149 Hanover StThis classic of fine dining is just up the street from The Palace Theatre in downtown Manchester and boasts a piano bar. Locally sourced ingredients paired with top quality steak and seafood provide an exceptional experience.
This contemporary restaurant in downtown Manchester features an electic menu, craft cocktails and live music out on the sidewalk patio, from where you can enjoy people watching and find out why they were voted Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant in the 603.
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XO On Elm
827 Elm StThis contemporary restaurant in downtown Manchester features an electic menu, craft cocktails and live music out on the sidewalk patio, from where you can enjoy people watching and find out why they were voted Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant in the 603.
Gracing downtown Manchester for ten years, this restaurant was named in an "Eat This, Not That" article highlighting the best sushi place in each state. Worry not if sushi is not your thing, there is plenty on this menu to knock your socks off.
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Mint Bistro
1105 Elm StGracing downtown Manchester for ten years, this restaurant was named in an "Eat This, Not That" article highlighting the best sushi place in each state. Worry not if sushi is not your thing, there is plenty on this menu to knock your socks off.