A swell place up a flight, dial the phone, and dance alright... they'll let ya in for the night. Just bring your wallet. It ain't cheap, but nice things never are. Swell staff, strong drinks, tasty food. read more

Pretty snazzy. It's a speakeasy. Password concept is cool. Drinks are wild (very good, though). Peanuts and tacos are great. read more

815 (eight fifteen? Eight-One-Five?) is Manchester's official Speakeasy! Being a fan of cocktails and liquor in general i was excited to check this place out. Of course i almost always get in trouble by expecting too much, especially in Manchester. And this is another case of that happening. 815 is located in the old lounge above Piccola. There is no sign, just the address and a door. Walk up the stairs and go to the phone booth. press the button, give them the password and you're in! What's the password? well, that would be telling, needless to say, do some research online and you will find out what you need to know to get in. The inside is great, though i get an "Unwined" sort of feel to it. It is nice and dark like a good bar should be. Lots of hard wood, leather chairs and comfortable places to hang out and drink. Which is what you want in a bar. Sort of like if you were hanging out in Vito Corleone's office. The big plus for me is that there is NO TELEVISION (that i could see, anyway). A good bar should have NO TV! It's a place to hang out and drink and to talk to other human beings, not watch sports or jerry springer, etc. The drink menu is pretty good too, they have a menu that features old style cocktails as well as their own recipes. I've been 3 or 4 times and tried a variety of drinks, all pretty good. The "bad": Ok you're a speakeasy. You NEED to have better music playing. The music flat out sucks. One night it was techno, another night it was Reggae. Seriously?! If you need help in this area, i am available as a consultant and would be happy to program your music. A little more Howlin' Wolf and a little less (insert mainstream dreck here). Also, i realize this IS Manchester, but have a little bit better of a selection of Bourbon. I didn't realize you had Four Roses until my 2nd or 3rd visit. Also have a bourbon list for your customers. When i asked what bourbons were available the first 4 out of the waiters mouth started with "Jack." Odds are, that if people are going out of their way to go to a speakeasy, they want something special, not the swill they get at (insert name of awful local Manchester bar). Another minor quibble, and one that actually gets in the way of a good cocktail, is the water they give you. It is a cucumber infused water. While drinking you do really want to stay hydrated (you can drink more alcohol!), but this water effects the flavor of the drinks you are drinking! Cucumber infused water is great for a day spa, not a speakeasy... We did not try the food, as we've been using 815 as a jumping off point before going to Republic or Campo Enoteca. All in all i would really give 815 a 2.5, but that's not really an option above. read more

Traditional speakeasy! Whenever we have friends in from out of town or just want something a little different from our regular haunts we go to @815. It's obvious a lot of thought and effort went into developing the concept of this bar. Without giving too much away to keep to the theme of being a "secret" meeting spot I will say, the cocktails are exceptional and hand crafted, staff is knowledgeable and upbeat, intimate loungey atmosphere and local artwork are only a few of the many highlights this place boasts. Oh and the tacos are amazing! Be sure to check the 815 social media accounts for the password. read more

Huh! So Manchester has some intriguing bars. Or at least, one. After finding your way up the nondescript stairs, pick up the phone to mutter the password. Or just tell the hostess you've forgotten it, or really don't care what it is. Then the magic door opens... It's a cool vibe, the whole secrecy thing. I tried a few of the small plates (barbacoa and duck egg) along with a hearty stout. Heard the curry was good. Only popped in briefly but it'd be fun to check out again. read more

Come travel through time at this totally (and purposely) hidden speakeasy bar in Manchester that is- just plain cool. I live in downtown Manchester and I often forget this place even exists because it's so hidden at 815 apartments. I'm not a hard liquor person at all but I hear they really are doing the cocktails like no other. People love the food and the craft beer selection is small but unique. It's one of those places I want to give a one star Yelp rating just because 815's inevitable popularity will ironically destroy it's best asset... Being that no one really knows it's a place- yet. read more

If you're in town during the week, this is the place to go to. Caught a sox game and the food and beer selection was great. $4 for an IPA pint! That's absurdly low. Waitress was great even though she took my out of state license to the manager haha. I'm turning 31 in 24 hours and dressed like Don Draper but it's cool. Seemed like good non identity stealing people. Went to Central Ale house prior and it was very local. Likely because it's a Tuesday. read more

There is no other place in Manchester that will provide you with a greater quality experience quite like 815. Your entrance to the bar will be something you'll talk about for weeks to come, and the staff and bartenders legitimately care so much about the libations, you can't help but be inspired and educated through the drinks they craft. 815 has set the bar (no pun) for any nightlife experience in Manchester for years to come. read more

Honestly if you're in Manchester this spot is a no brainer. The cocktails are so well thought out and the food is delicious! The space is comfy and inviting I will 100% be back! read more

I like that NH is trying, but... Some of the bartenders need practice. I got a couple of acidic bombs from the one female bartender (not implying her sex had anything to do with her skills, she was just specifically unimpressive), and then a better drink from the older guy. I probably aged a couple of years in between drinks and they weren't even busy. Not very attentive service. The atmosphere was cool, would of hoped for dimmer lights and louder music on a Saturday night, but all in all a cool joint, with a hip entrance. If you want good cocktails though, just go to The Wallingford Dram in Kittery. read more

Great Bear list ! Wait stuff needs personality classes. I love love the theme and awesome vibes

The bartenders will carry on a conversation while executing perfect skill while crafting a cocktail. They truly love it and live it. Real bartenders only. read more

Cool speak easy with fun craft cocktails, eclectic vibe, and some good little starters to have with your drinks. Perfect for first dates to get acquainted. read more

First off, if you want something like a jack and coke or a strawberry daiquiri, this place is not for you. At 815, you will find a beautifully wide selection of whiskey, rum, and other enticing spirits. Their cocktails are crafted, not made. Further more, the atmosphere is that retro style of a speakeasy. From the sliding door, which requires the password to get in, to their lovely seating arrangements that they have put the thought of comfort and intimacy before all else. The pricing isn't cheap, but not over priced by any means. You get what you pay for, and at 815, you get an experience. read more

LOVE the idea of a speakeasy, but continue to be disappointed by the service and attitude of the owner. I have tried to give them the benefit of the doubt and to support the business by bringing friends by for drinks, but each time I go I am disappointed. I understand and sympathize with the stressors of the pandemic, as I have many friends and family in the business - so no judgment there, but the unpleasant, unwelcoming, and irritated attitude of the hostess/owner is unnecessary. On our most recent visit, she treated our group of 5 as a complete inconvenience and annoyance. She may want to seriously consider another line of business, as this definitely doesn't seem to be where her strengths lie. Thank God for the friendly servers, who were more pleasant and courteous, although it took an excessive amount of time to get 3 out of our 5 drinks, and we ended up leaving after one, very long round. There are WAY too many options in the area to subject ourselves to that overpriced and over-rated experience, in a place where management clearly doesn't value the customer at all. read more

Clever cocktails with a very friendly staff. Speakeasy feel... relaxing and inviting. The only recommendation is the music was inconsistent with the atmosphere. read more

One of the most interesting cocktail bars I have visited. All the drinks were well crafted and outstanding. They even had a gluten free Belgian waffle BLT. Outstandin! read more

This place is ~hands down~ thee best place in NH to enjoy a well-made libation. The staff even taught what libation means. Incredible. You just can't beat that kind of service! read more

We stopped in for a drink - nicely appointed bar, definitely has the feel of an old-time speakeasy. The bartenders are true craftsman making a plethora of specialty drinks. We ordered the meat platter (very good) and three tacos, which were very fresh and tasty. Limited food menu but the offerings are flavorful. As mentioned, not cheap, but definitely worth a visit. The hostess does a good job of limiting entry to ensure everyone has a place to sit so the restaurant never feels too crowded. read more

Visited 4/5/17 for the first time. New to the "speakeasy" bar style, but I loved it. Ten of us in our party. We ordered drinks and a little food. This is really a nice idea, a twist on the usual, and the theme is fun. The food, is a small, tiny, list of maybe eight or ten appetizer type delights. We had the grilled cheese, the tacos, and the clam chowder. All were exceptional. For drinks we had a margarita, the ? mule, and a grapefruit and sky. Everyone said their drinks were very good. My juice tasted fresh squeezed. Yummy. Anyway, only reason not five stars was the service. Food delivered had to wait for silverware and plates for some time. Could not get our check or a second round of drinks. I would definitely go back and try again. *Note - if you have never been, getting inside is tricky. Go in the booth and press the button. Forget the many doors, the wall opens. The rest you have to find out on your own. read more

Awesome place! great craft drinks and they serve my favorite cider by Citizen:)

My wife raved about this place so I finally got to try it last night. It really is a hidden gem! The atmosphere is very relaxing, the staff was friendly and attentive, the drinks were made right. My wife wanted some whipped cream on her coffee drink, and though the bartender didn't have any behind the bar, he knew there was some in the kitchen, and personally took her drink out back to get some whipped cream on there. She was delighted. Aside from the speakeasy style, what really makes this place different is it never gets too crowded. They don't let in more people than they have seating for, so unlike other bars, there aren't masses of people standing around in the walkways and crowding around the bar packed like sardines. You can actually breathe. I love this place and this won't be my last visit. read more

Amazing cocktails, delicious food, and a nice break from the Manchester riff-raff. Definitely a good place to take someone on a first date or a friend you just want to "wow". Not to mention the staffs not to hard on the eyes either. read more

My last business trip brought me to Manchester NH for one night. I expected a boring evening "in the middle of nowhere" and I couldn't wait to travel back home to NYC. I was checking Yelp for the best bars and restaurants around me and found this place. I thought it's worth trying, yet I must admit I had very low expectations... I checked their Facebook page for the password and from the first moment I absolutely loved it!!!! It's definitely one of the coolest places I visited lately (reminding you it is hard to surprise New Yorkers... ). Big like to the atmosphere, cocktails, food and the friendly staff! Thank you guys, it was such a fun night!!! read more

The most important part about our visit here were the highly attentive wait staff. The bar tenders came over to our table surrounded by couches to check on us. We ordered a couple sandwiches and several drinks for the 4 of us, and all of it came to our table quickly and was presented very nicely. We stayed until closing and they were very kind about asking us to head-home and come back again soon. Great for a date night out, we were there on a mid-week night. Thanks! read more

Modeled after a speakeasy... I think? The entrance is a long stairway with a phone booth at the top. You have to pick up the phone and say the password found on thier facebook. Then the wall slides open and they seat you. At first appearance the bar seems to be decorated in black curtains, and bare brick saying "end prohabition". I'm all for themed bars, but this one's a little cheesy. Not to mention the theme doesn't really fit with the general fare offered. It's a more upscale feeling and the drinks are made with attention. But the overall entrance was a little too silly for me. read more

This bar is so unique and definitely one of the coolest spots I've been to in New England. The atmosphere is swanky with a 1920s vibe. There was a vast drink menu with exceptional craft cocktails and the food was good. It's a bit pricey but worth it if you're looking for a change from the standard bar scene in Manchester. I currently live in SF and it is on par with the speakeasy's you would find there. Highly recommend to all! read more

Great place! If you like bourbon they have a great selection at very good prices. Super friendly people.

This place is great. Awesome staff and atmosphere. Never thought prohibition could be so fun in 2017!

We went here for my friend's bachelorette party. Upon entering, we were warmly greeted by one of the owners who gave us a choice between two places to sit that would both accommodate our party nicely. The ambiance is incredible. With easy chairs and couches all around, you know you're going to be comfortable. The music level was perfect! Not too loud or obtrusive. The staff was wonderfully attentive and helped us when we were unsure what to order. Not that we could have made a mistake. These cocktails are perfectly crafted! The Hey Girl Hey was particularly popular at our table. And the charcuterie board we ordered was stunning and delicious! I would recommend this place wholeheartedly and return in a heartbeat! I cannot wait to go back! read more

The password was cool. The place was awkward. Drink kind of sucked. Maybe I was expecting too much after going to Lincoln's in Portland, but this didn't have the speakeasy vibe I was hoping for. read more

The drinks are phenomenal and the food is out of this world (the tacos are hands down the best in Manchester!)

This place, is swinky, quaint and downright a blast. From the moment you enter, you're transported back into time. With the front door man, Tiny, running the front, things were smooth sailing upon entry. Sarah mans the prohibition door into the establishment and she is perfect for the job. She's gorgeous, tattooed, and presents a perfect gangster's( figuratively speaking) wife. We get seated at a mood-lit high top and Catherine is our waitress extraordinaire. We order a few top us get a few drinks and the night is under way. Their original drinks are fantastic. I had two different ones my wife had two different ones and all four of them were delicious. Not for the faint at heart. We had the cheese tray. I had the meat tacos and we tried that with a hummus plate. All of it was so tasty. Ryan, one of the proprietors, came over and spend some time with us, got a chance to know us, and bestowed upon us a delicious pineapple martini shot. Holy crow was that amazing. This place is just fantastic we can't wait to go back. read more

Worst service I've ever experienced. I expected this to be a classy place. However, our waitress was extremely rude, and when two of my friends and I ordered our three drinks, two vodka sodas and a vodka cranberry for myself, she brought three vodka sodas. When I told her she brought me the wrong drink she told me she was still going to charge me for the vodka soda?! For the drink that I didn't order and she messed up? Then she proceeded to talk shit to the other bartender! Terrible! Don't go here! read more

My husband and I love 815. We're 30 years old and are kind of over the loud, drunk, crowded Manchester bar scenes - behold the awesomeness that is 815. I dig the whole speakeasy vibe. Their seating varies to fit anyone - couple, groups of 4, two spaces for larger groups (6+) and you can also sit at the bar. If you're not at the bar, chances are you're in a couch or a leather armchair. Comfy! My husband and I usually sit and the bar and chat with the bartenders if they're not totally swamped. They're usually very nice and can make suggestions. Sometimes it's just neat to watch them work. The best part about this place is that it seems as though they only let in the amount of people that the seating will accommodate. In other words, you're not going to come in and have to stand at the bar and flag down the bartender to get a drink. Once the seats are full, you give the downstairs doorman your number and he'll text you when seating opens up (also a pretty cool service). Their menu is pretty excellent and there are a TON of different drinks on there - they have a lot of different beers on tap, seasonal cocktails, classics, and their own concoctions. I recommend the Butts in Skirts (815 original) and the Flip Yo Noggin (winter seasonal). In addition to having a kick-ass drink menu, their food is most excellent! The menu isn't huge, but it's perfect for the atmosphere. Lots of things on here to share. My husband and I are fans of the tacos (rotating variety every week), flatbread pizzas, homemade pickles, and charcuterie board. To get the password, hop onto social media and follow them. If you don't have a password, you can tell a knock-knock joke or hula dance for them to get in. :) Keep up the good work guys. We love this place. read more

I had always had positive experiences here at 815, except for last night. I met 2 friends there at 8:00pm. We were seated on the big couch in the back, very comfortable. From the moment we sat down we felt rushed. Immediately the server asked what we wanted to drink. We hadn't even picked up the menu yet! Two minutes later she came back and we again again said we weren't ready yet! Literally 2 min pass an a different server comes over and we just ordered something really to have them leave us alone. We weren't even finished and a server came and asked if we wanted another. We all got another round. We were only half done our drinks when he asked if we wanted another. REALLY?!! We never felt more rushed ever in any other establishment! He came back with our bill which he put on the table. We continued to talk. He then came over and asked for payment! I WILL NEVER GO BACK! read more

Went here for the first time last night! They have a great variety of drinks. I didn't order any food but I hear it's good. The drinks were awesome. I tried three different drinks and they were STRONG. Totally worth the money. I will be coming back! read more

Absolutely love the feel of this place! Great bartenders and drinks, couldn't have asked for a better experience!

I've been to 815 a number of times and had good experiences, but tonight left a sour taste in my mouth, and not just from the sub par cocktail. I tried to return my drink and order another because the cocktail I tried was too sweet and I was told that I could have another drink but would have to pay for the cocktail that I disliked and didn't plan to drink. I've worked in the industry for years and have not once been told I would need to pay for a product that I disliked. The new art work does not suit the space at all either. Bring back the mug shots. read more

Snuck in for drinks. Was pleasantly surprised. Retro menu with an impressive variety to wow any taste. The bartenders were attentive and friendly. read more