If you ask any restaurant owner, they will probably tell you that it’s a very difficult business to keep going over a matter of years, let alone decades. Some restaurants may come and go, but others have remained due to their excellent food and dedicated customers. Here are a few established eateries around the state that are worth a visit.
- The Old Courthouse Restaurant, Newport
The Old Courthouse Restaurant/Facebook The Old Courthouse, 30 Main St, Newport, NH 03773, USA
The Old Courthouse Restaurant/Facebook While the restaurant itself dates back to 2004, the historic building it is located in harkens back to 1826. Formerly the Superior Court for Sullivan County, the structure later housed a grammar school and high school. Today, diners can enjoy this historic space, which is also home to the Newport Historical Society’s museum. For more information, visit The Old Courthouse Restaurant website.
- The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern, Londonderry
The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern/Facebook The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern, 176 Mammoth Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053, USA
The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern/Facebook This restaurant resides in one of the oldest standing structures in Londonderry, which was built in 1810. Originally a private homestead, it was converted into a tavern in the late 19th-century. The Coach Stop continues the tradition of welcoming guests for fine food and beverages. For more information, visit The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern website.
- The Crown Tavern, Manchester
The Crown Tavern/Facebook The Crown Tavern, 99 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
The Crown Tavern/Facebook The Crown Tavern stays true to its roots as a staple of downtown Manchester, occupying the same space as the former Crown Theatre, which opened in 1925. Just like a night out at the theatre, a night out at The Crown is perfect for getting together with friends. For more information, visit The Crown Tavern website.
- The Press Room, Portsmouth
The Press Room/Facebook The Press Room, 77 Daniel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
The Press Room/Facebook Since 1976, The Press Room has been a favorite spot to gather for a fine meal, enjoy an afternoon pint, and listen to some great music. It’s a unique space held together by its community of artists and patrons. For more information, visit The Press Room website.
- The Water Wheel Breakfast And Gift House, Jefferson
WaterWheel NH/Facebook Waterwheel Breakfast and Gift House, 1955 Presidential Hwy, Jefferson, NH 03583, USA
WaterWheel NH/Facebook Homemade breakfast and lunch are the foundation of this long-time eatery that was founded in 1939 by a local maple syrup producer. The restaurant also offers tasty fudge, fine gifts, and spectacular views of the White Mountains. For more information, visit The Water Wheel Breakfast And Gift House website.
For more ideas on historic or long-lasting New Hampshire eateries, read about the oldest restaurant in the state and a restaurant that’s housed in a former 19th-century jail!
The Old Courthouse Restaurant/Facebook
The Old Courthouse, 30 Main St, Newport, NH 03773, USA
While the restaurant itself dates back to 2004, the historic building it is located in harkens back to 1826. Formerly the Superior Court for Sullivan County, the structure later housed a grammar school and high school. Today, diners can enjoy this historic space, which is also home to the Newport Historical Society’s museum. For more information, visit The Old Courthouse Restaurant website.
The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern/Facebook
The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern, 176 Mammoth Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053, USA
This restaurant resides in one of the oldest standing structures in Londonderry, which was built in 1810. Originally a private homestead, it was converted into a tavern in the late 19th-century. The Coach Stop continues the tradition of welcoming guests for fine food and beverages. For more information, visit The Coach Stop Restaurant & Tavern website.
The Crown Tavern/Facebook
The Crown Tavern, 99 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
The Crown Tavern stays true to its roots as a staple of downtown Manchester, occupying the same space as the former Crown Theatre, which opened in 1925. Just like a night out at the theatre, a night out at The Crown is perfect for getting together with friends. For more information, visit The Crown Tavern website.
The Press Room/Facebook
The Press Room, 77 Daniel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Since 1976, The Press Room has been a favorite spot to gather for a fine meal, enjoy an afternoon pint, and listen to some great music. It’s a unique space held together by its community of artists and patrons. For more information, visit The Press Room website.
WaterWheel NH/Facebook
Waterwheel Breakfast and Gift House, 1955 Presidential Hwy, Jefferson, NH 03583, USA
Homemade breakfast and lunch are the foundation of this long-time eatery that was founded in 1939 by a local maple syrup producer. The restaurant also offers tasty fudge, fine gifts, and spectacular views of the White Mountains. For more information, visit The Water Wheel Breakfast And Gift House website.
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