This has been my favorite restaurant for years now, since it opened 4 or 5 years ago. Seasonal menu with stuff like lobster in the summer, fiddleheads in the spring, squash soups in the fall, etc. This stuff is mainly delivered from local vendors/farms in the afternoons, it doesn't get any fresher. The highlight for me is the beer selection. Always changing. Verticals of your favorites, stuff that is literally not available anywhere else. Theme weeks and months dedicated to breweries (Founders this month) or beer types (Sours - Sour de Mayo). This is closely followed by some great menu items. I recommend the pretzel with cheese, crab cake anything, steak and cheese egg rolls, trout sandwich, turkey and brie, any of the flatbreads, any poutine, any sliders. The soups are always fantastic! Sometime I switch over to wine, tons of great options by the glass from some lesser known wineries. And you can top it off with some rum, scotch, gin (sippers). I have literally eaten here almost weekly for 5 years. At least 200 meals and not one has been subpar. Not one! Not the place you want to go to if you want to watch TV, have a Bud Lite, a mixed drink, or traditional pub fare. A good place for a quiet, un-rushed night with some super rare beer. And I am glad I finally remembered to write this! Kudos to the wait staff, always willing to make a recommendation, good service. read more

Amazing food and great atmosphere- even if you love meat - you can love it here. The hash browns are to die for- you cannot get a bad meal.

Great place, great drinks and fine dining. Highly recommend anyone who lives or visits derry to stop in.

I really wanted to come here for the longest. I loved the atmosphere, the ambience, all that was missing was some light jazz in the background. But I got a risotto with scallops and although they were perfectly sautéed they were sandy. Hoping to go back, but the sandy scallops were a bummer. read more

Cask & Vine - Pumpkin risotto with seared scallops - Beer Bar Near Me - Derry, New Hampshire

This place was beyond awesome! I highly recommend this place for wine or beer. We didn't have their cocktails but I'm sure they are great too. A super relaxing and comfy place to enjoy a glass of wine or beer! I walked in alone because my husband was at the gas station and didn't feel awkward or unnotice. I highly recommend this place and their service. The bartender that helped us today was super friendly and knowledgeable, the place was super clean, additional staff weren't shy to lend a hand and super informative. I especially liked that we weren't rush out the door due to their closing time and we were able to enjoy our drinks before leaving. My husband and I will definitely become regulars! Thanks again for a fun night! read more

I loved my experience here. My girlfriend and I were met with exceptional service and a wonderful ambience. This spot is a perfect place to grab drinks, and I would recommend it to anyone. read more

Cask & Vine has quickly become one of my favorites places to go for a couple of drinks w/ the girls. The wines are delicious and the staff is always friendly and helpful. We did have some hiccups the last time we went. The kitchen was backed up and it took quite some time to get our food, but we were fine w/ that b/c we know it's a one person kitchen and it was a busy night. One of our party did complain, however, and our desserts were removed from our bills, which was very nice of them to do. I had the braised short rib, which was delicious. I'm very sad that they took the pork cheek off the menu, though, b/c it was PHENOMENAL. I will say, it can get quite pricey if you're going for a meal AND drinks (I think I spent around $60), but it's always been worth it. The ambiance is wonderful and the music they have playing is delightful. Highly recommend giving Cask & Vine a try! read more

They have a small menu but a great selection. Man their food is ALWAYS delicious. Never had a bad meal or snack here. Also have some amazing specials up on their chalkboard - be sure to check them out. They always have a great beer selection. Various craft beer from a bunch of locations (mostly local). Great vibe too. No TVs and always a good playlist. read more

Pros: Rally nice atmosphere, friendly staff and a decent selection of beer and wine. (The bartender is easy on the eyes - always a pro!) Cons: Food. Don't go hungry because the portions are comical. Seriously. Tiny. (The apps were the same). I had to look out the window a few times to check and see if I had been transported to LA, where people starve themselves on purpose. I would absolutely go back for a drink but I'd eat before I go next time. read more

My husband and I stopped in at Cask and Vine this past Friday, May 24th 2013. We had been meaning to make it there for a while and were happy that we finally had an afternoon free from our 5 kids, did I mention I needed the wine. We headed right there, after of course the required "homework" on the place a.k.a. checking Yelp like the two technology addicted junkies we so pretend not to be. I was skeptical in all honesty, with the reviews being just so amazing. I thought for sure it was all the friends and family of the owners padding the results. (Sorry Andy and Alana I am forever the skeptic.) Now for some history, I am a hardcore foodie, I am easily one of the most critical diners you can come across. My critiques do not rest at the food, I believe dining is an experience and the atmosphere and service lends to my dining experience so I examine those just as fervently as the food. So with all of that being said, Cask and Vine is an amazing "hidden" gem in the middle of a long suffering downtown Derry. When businesses are struggling and moving on or out, Cask and Vine saw a unique opportunity to be an oasis for those who enjoy and desire great beer and wine, great ambiance and amazing dishes artfully crafted by Chef George Craft (Ha see what I did there?) that lend themselves to the menu perfectly. Let's first talk location and ambiance. The location, smack dab in the middle of downtown Derry NH, is certainly convenient as it is only about 6 minutes from exit 4 off 93. Parking isn't terrible although I could see it being an issue on a Friday or Saturday night during the rush. But for a "date night" you really couldn't ask for a better pre/post dinner stroll a block or so to alternative parking areas. What the location might lack in curb appeal, located in a store front area, it certainly makes up for in low key sophisticated charm on the inside. The bar is beautiful, and the few tables and chairs are friendly and inviting. Next time I go I am absolutely staking my claim to the oversized sofa area, it's cozy allure was calling to me the entire time I was there. *Note to self, remember to see if reservations can be made for the sofa. *Note to others, definitely call and make reservations if you have a party of 4 or more. The staff is very accommodating and will make every effort to seat you quickly but for peak hours (Fri. & Sat) I would say reservations are an absolute must. On to the food and wine. My husband and I both got a wonderful glass of woody merlot. I was told they rotate these offerings (as they do with the tap craft beers) so just ask the bartender what is recommended at the time of your visit and with whatever food you order. The staff from what I witnessed are extremely knowledgeable and very passionate about what they do, a rare and wonderfully refreshing combination. My husband ordered the cheese plate, I ordered a Chef special of fiddle head ferns and we split a crème brûlée. The cheese plate was just the right size for two people to share and taste everything but still small and light enough that you could polish it off on your own if you truly had to. I know such sacrifices must be made on occasion ;). Fiddle heads are my absolute favorite spring vegetable and it takes a deft hand and intimate knowledge to prepare them correctly. These were perfectly cooked. They were paired with goat cheese and a roasted red pepper puree, and the fiddle heads were sautéed in a beautiful brown butter sauce but this where my only critique comes in of our entire experience. The richness of the goat cheese, brown butter and silkiness of the red pepper puree was searching for just a small amount of acid or brininess (crisp prosciutto maybe?) to brighten it up, but otherwise perfection! The crème brûlée should have a review all to itself. My husband thought the sugar could be a bit more caramelized, but I don't think it needed it. I would love to see a lavender version on the menu for summer or early fall. My absolute favorite . So in conclusion if you are within driving distance of Derry stop by Cask and Vine, you will absolutely not be disappointed. We plan on making this a regular stop and can't wait to share this find with all of our friends. And to Andy and Alana, thank you so much for giving us a great place to learn, love and live great wine and beer and experience Chef Craft's amazing menu. I look forward to visiting again and again. read more

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What a surprise. Cask & Vine is a real quaint beer and wine bar that also serves some excellent food. The bar takes up 2/3 of the floor space. The half dozen or so tables are high top tables consisting of a large cask with a round glass table top. There is no TV playing, nice, and some piped in soft rock music. We stopped in for my daughters birthday in mid-week. She and my son-in-law have visited a few times in the past and love it. It was very quiet inside, noting here the weather wasn't great, as there were just a few patrons at the bar. They specialize in local craft beers and wines from small vineyards. I really can't comment on this part since I don't drink. But my daughter and son-in-law tell me their rotating selection is terrific. And the owner, who was tending bar, seemed to be very knowledgeable and willing to make a recommendation. The menu is limited with some rather not so usual selections. What we all had that evening was terrific. We sat down and were surprised by three appetizers that a friend of my daughter ordered in advance, knowing she had reservations. The steak and cheese egg rolls were awesome. Tender tasty chunks of steak with cheddar cheese in a nice crispy egg roll. The bison meatballs in a kale cream sauce were also very good. We were also served a meat and cheese platter that had a nice selection of different cheeses and meats along with some nice fruit. For entrees I went with their boneless short ribs with a nice Cabernet demi-glacé over perfect mashed Yukon potatoes. I immediately understood why they call it their specialty. My wife and son-in-law went with their seared pork belly, that was melt in your mouth awesome, served with fingerling potatoes. Both said they would reorder with no hesitation. My daughter went with their Brussels sprout ravioli in a Chardonnay cream sauce that she also loved. Portions were perfect, not too much, not too little. We were all very happy and will go back in a heartbeat. I'm dying to get me some more of those steak and cheese egg rolls :) read more

This place is straight aces. The wife and I strolled in for an after dinner drink and, well, that quickly turned into several after dinner drinks and some great conversation with the owners. The drinks - As a fan of craft brews and a casual home brewer I love seeing places pouring quality brews. The dozen or so taps had an array of local and national craft brews: White Birch, Founders, Peak, etc. I know nothing about wine, but my old lady was impressed with the few she tried. The bartenders and owners seemed to know their stuff and you could tell they took pride in their selection of wines and beers. The food - We arrived after the kitchen had closed but we did get the home made hummus plate which was perfect. The menu was replete with lighter options that sounded very intriguing and some other patrons had only great things to say about the food. The company - It was a little slow towards the end of the night but both Andy and Alana (the owners) took time to chat with us about the bar, their love of the business, and many other topics. Nice gestures like this go a long way for me. Ivan, the other bartender, was also extremely friendly and welcoming. If you want a Coors Light or PBR (as we all do at some point) this is not your place. But if you want quality beer and good conversation I cannot recommend Cask and Vine enough. If you're in/near Derry check it out, you won't regret it. read more

There really should be more places like Cask & Vine. The concept of a cool place to hang out with small-plate apps centered around craft beer and wine is new to the southern NH food scene, but I'm glad it's finally arrived. The owners, Andy and Alana are both really cool people too -- passionate crafties and wine fanatics who are not only dedicated to the craft arts (also evidenced by their other beer/wine expedition, The Drinkery in Londonderry, NH), but they're really enjoyable to talk to as well. They're big into locally sourced products and decor for their new venture, and you just can't help but get behind that mentality. As far as recommendations go, I had the hummus and the turkey wrap with brie and cranberry, which were both pretty solid, and my favorite beer of the afternoon by far was Lunch by Maine Beer Company -- a perfectly-hopped and full-bodied IPA with some hidden sweet notes in the background that make for a really well-rounded brew. The menu could still use a few more options, as I felt most of the food items were better paired with the wine list as opposed to the brews. Maybe offer some upscale bar snacks? Deviled eggs, roasted nuts, flatbread pizza? Something along those lines. But that's what's great about this place, constantly rotating menu items and tap selections, so I'm hoping some new beer-oriented items will appear here soon. If there's ever a place that's got five-star potential, its C&V. It's tough being so far away in Boston, so I know I won't get the chance to be a regular, but I'll be visiting for sure when I'm back home visiting the folks. I'm really looking forward to revisit this review to see how far C&V can rise. read more

First time and very happy with food drink and service. Sat at the bar and were greeted with smiles and answers to all questions. Had 4 small plates. The meatloaf sliders were my favorite, but the other 3 were close second. And now reading others posts, I feel like we still missed the best. Can't wait to go back and try them. But it may take a third trip to feel like we have covered most. Look forward to returning read more

Cask & Vine - Beer Bar Near Me - Derry, New Hampshire

I'm not a "reviewer" on yelp traditionally, but I made an exception for this place because after eating and drinking here a few times I decided to see what others thought about it. Overall the reviews on here are vastly positive, and rightfully so. The beer selection is excellent and always changing and the food is AMAZING. I've eaten at restaurants with higher prices and pretentious staff who's food can't even compare. To the naysayers that posted bad reviews, I can only guess you were having a bad day and felt the need to lay out at someone or everyone who crossed your path. The food portions here aren't huge but they are delicious. When Cask & Vine first opened they had a couple issues getting food to you in a timely manner but I can tell you that's not the case anymore. Great service compliments the menu. I'm a huge mead lover and was happily surprised that Andy and Alana keep mead stocked right next to the beer and wine. I don't know of any other upscale restaurant or bar where I've been able to enjoy a glass of mead. This place is more than a place to eat or drink. Andy knows more about beer than I think I ever will (note: I make my own beer, so I know a thing or two about it) and he will happily share his vast knowledge in a way that makes you feel like a regular, even if it's your first visit. In a word, GO. You won't be disappointed. read more

Wonderful selection of beer and wine. The food is excellent. I love the small plates idea and they offer delicious options. Can't wait to see how they evolve and grow. **5 years later they've only gotten better at what they do. The menu has progressed, the beer and wine selections rotate somewhat. I really like the relaxed atmosphere and never feel rushed to eat and run. read more

Love that there are NO TV's here, awesome date night restaurant!

If you are tired of dark, noisy bars lined with tv screens, you are ready for Cask & Vine. A perfect place to meet, talk and spend an enjoyable night out. The place is perfectly lit and cozy, and the food is fantastic. We had a bunch of friends there this weekend, and everyone RAVED about the food! Right-sized portions of scratch made dishes. Also, the selection of craft beers and wines is great. A lot of local brewers and 12 taps running! If you want an extraordinary time, check this place out. read more

We are lucky to have this sophisticated place in our (almost) backyard. They were packed at 7:30 on Saturday night, though it thinned out by 9. So get a reservation for busy times.The service from enthusiastic young people was excellent. To help them build their success, I hope they get more late evening guests. Even when it was packed, it was quiet, and the background music was set low enough to permit conversation. My husband had a flight of two red wines and I had the full flight of two whites and two reds. They presented the wines in mini-decanters on place mats printed with wine descriptions and recommended pairings, a real plus. We had suitable goblets for the reds and the whites. We both enjoyed their choices, exposing us to wines we don't normally get. The chef is remarkably productive in the little, under-equipped kitchen. He had 30 orders backed up at the peak period, but I would guess most people, like us, were there to enjoy the evening without any rush. The flat bread appetizer and the flan were outstanding. The spinach salad, wrap sandwich, salmon, and bread pudding were all very good. Best, all the food is made with real ingredients. I liked the serving sizes which allowed room for several courses. After the wine, flat bread, salmon, and flan, I was stuffed. read more

No complaints any time we come here. Great food great drinks and great people. Worth a visit any time. read more

I went to Cask & Vine while on vacation on the recommendation of a friend. I was so disappointed. Even though it was a slow night, the service was very, very, very, very slow. It was extremely pricey, but I walked away literally starving. I'm not one of those people who wants huge portions, but it was basically a glorified snack. On top of it all, the waitress reeked of smoke. It was overpowering. Sorry, but I can't recommend this place one bit. read more

What a rad little gem. My girlfriend and I were looking to expand our search for cozy wine bars and stumbled upon this place. Glad we did, as it's worth the trip. The atmosphere is great, dimly lit, somewhat hipster, cozy with wine barrel tables. I do wish they would expand the "lounge area" and knock out those few high tops when you walk in for more couches. The service was very good and super nice. The wine list is succinct, but full of good value bottles and good selections. Another recommendation would be to allow any of the wines by the glass be a part of the flight, not just featured wines. That one doesn't make sense to me. Alas, I was very pleased with the wine menu overall. We did wind up getting a corked bottle, which the owner immediately replaced. The food was very good as well. The small plates are excellent here, including the cheese plate, potato gratin, meatloaf slider, and pigs in a blanket. All well prepared and reasonably priced. The entrees and sandwiches followed suit as well. The short rib was especially good (the demi glaze was kiiiiller). All in all, we really enjoyed our time and can see this being a regular haunt for small plates, drinks, and relaxing. read more

Excellent atmosphere, food is great as well with the beer, wine and mead selection. Andy greets his guests with a pleasant attitude. I would definitely describe it as the hidden jewel in Derry. Never had a bad experience and the deserts are to die for! read more

A mixed review I would say... Cool place with a nice little bar and a spectacular, rotating, beer selection. In all honesty, the food was all very good but definitely a bit pricy... I will indeed go back again but possibly for apps and drinks, which are more in line with what I'd like to spend... read more

It's a great business for what it is. A great date night spot as they don't have TV's and other distractions. A great place for beer snobs as they have a great selection. I don't come that often though, because I like TV's and don't like beer. The service tops it off however, as the staff and owners are great and very friendly. If you have the choice between here and Drae across the street, always pick here as it's far superior in terms of quality and professionalism. The owner of Drae, as seen in my review of them, is a self aggrandizing man with no idea what customer service is. Come here to support a better business, better owners and to have a much better time. read more

It is impossible to say just how much I love this place. It is easily the greatest place locally to grab a beer after work, to head out to with the wife on a Friday night or to meet a few friends at for appetizers and wine/beer. The staff is second to none. Andy and Alana are incredible cordial and Joanie, I mean is there a better server in southern NH?!?,'I doubt it. Joe and Shannon round out the staff that can normally be found in the front of the house and I challenge you to find me a better chef locally than George. Five stars all around!! read more

Cask & Vine - Cheers to Alana! - Beer Bar Near Me - Derry, New Hampshire

This is by FAR the best place to eat and/or drink in Derry. In fact, it's so good, I'm nervous that it's too good for Derry! Everyone please support the Cask and Vine, so it stays in business. The beer selection is unlike anything you'll find anywhere else, the wine selection is awesome as well, and now they have some scotch or bourbon selections, too! And the food is AMAZING. really, sophisticated and gourmet-ish. The portions are small, but I like that because I'm not a huge eater and I usually end up having to box up half my meal at other restaurants, so for me the smaller portions are perfect. If you're really hungry, choose a sandwich because the sandwiches are the more filling meals. Also, the atmosphere is so cozy and pleasant, and the service is excellent. It's a really small place, but pleasantly dim lighting, quiet music, and tables made out of big barrels with glass on top- they're really cool! The PERFECT place for a date. It really doesn't get any better than this place, anywhere in this area! read more

This would be a 3star in Boston, but in Derry! Definitely rates. Will put on our short-list of cool, passionate places. Nice valentines treat. read more

Cask & Vine - Chocolate for two for valentines! - Beer Bar Near Me - Derry, New Hampshire

Excellent dinner by Cask and Vine, again, Also enjoyed their IPA. Highly recommend for dinner and drinks.

I went to this place last Friday with a group of 11 to celebrate my husband's birthday. From the outside, I was unsure that they would be able to seat all of us as the place does look small from the outside. However we were able to sit comfortably without feeling like we were taking over. I really like it here, it has a very relaxed atmosphere. I live just down the street and find myself having to leave the area in search of a good place to hang out so I'm glad I found one that's within walking distance. The drinks are a little expensive but alchol content was a lot higher than common beer. I like that the servers were pleasant- not annoyingly perky and over the top. I hate feeling like I have to match my waitress's enthusiasm when ordering food. They were was also great at recommending drinks and foods based on what everyone normally likes. Now on to the food-I had a turkey and brie wrap. A lot of times places will try and fill a wrap with everything else so that you can barely find the protein, but not this place. I also got to try a lot of what my friends ordered and the overall consensus was that everything was delicious. Point being, I'll probably be here on my next date night. read more

Visiting my hometown from Ca. What a cozy little place! So nice to see a beer and wine bar in Derry! I see them all over SoCal, so I was excited to see one in my little ole hometown USA. Food was phenomenal! Lobster risotto was the special tonight, and the lobster was a plenty. And I was thrilled that it was loaded with the lobster claws that are missing from the crustaceans back in Cali. Nice job! Definitely recommend! Beer was wicked good too ;) read more

Cask & Vine - Beer Bar Near Me - Derry, New Hampshire

This place is a gem. We had the specials and tried a flight of beers. What a great place to relax. Our waitress was great also. You can go for a drink and snack or a full meal. read more

I thought the service was super slow and the temp inside was chilly because the door let in the cold air

A favorite! Whenever I'm in the Derry area I make it a point to stop at C&V. The staff is friendly and approachable and the food is always fantastic. The menu and beer are always changing for a different experience every time. read more

Always good food and great service. Personable and friendly with items for every diner.

This place is a hidden gem, if I could rate this higher than 5 stars, I would! The food here, is amazing...hands down best in town. The beer & wine selection is really good too! they always manage to have beers I have never heard of; but wish I would have discovered earlier. The food here rocks my socks off every time. In terms of price, its a little on the higher end, but well worth it for the portions, and quality of the food. The service here is really good too...everyone here is always cheerful, and happy to help. If you are in the area and want to elevate your foodie level past 9000, then by all means hit up Cask & Vine! read more

Do not recommend. Half frozen small plates of food with a shitty selection of beer and filled with waiters that hate their lives. Also they're out of most of the things they offer and what they do have is not worth the money. Overpriced. You're better off eating lunchables than going here because there's so much sodium and processed shit in their foods yet it still doesn't taste decent read more

The menu at Cask & Vine is creative delicious and in general made with healthy ingredients. They have an extensive variety of beers and wines on tap. They feature local artists work and have live music on occasion. I highly recommend C&V as a great date night spot! read more

Not worth sharing the full experience but to summarize, 2 hours spent there with reservations, full order put in all at once (salad, chowder, chicken, salmon, water for beverages), 1+ hour wait after appetizers, part of my meal was frozen solid, after making the server aware no money was taken off the bill and we couldn't stay any longer for the free dessert offered (dessert was not packed up to go and we were sitting with 3 other tables in the only dining area --rest of the patrons were at the bar which was not full). Mentioned all this on a Facebook restaurant review group page the chef of the establishment happens to be a member of and he insulted my husband (called him a Karen), lied about serving frozen food and then posted a photo of the tip we left (reflective of the slow service) on my actual receipt on the Facebook page trying to shame us. Just...wow. I wasn't going to leave this review because the owners tried to smooth it over a little on the FB thread but still...I'd hate for someone to come here thinking that it's always a great experience or there's adequate acknowledgment when it isn't. But that's just not the case. The staff "customer service" and response speaks volumes. There's too many other tried and true choices around to spend money here. read more

Fantastic service to start and great atmosphere. Small little spot but great for ladies wine night or casual night. Only 4 stars because I only tried the pretzel and beer cheese but it was the best read more