Don't know Manchester. We were in town for a short time and thought we'd try lunch somewhere. We yelped possible places and Cotton came up with some surprising reviews. So we went to the mill section of the city. Alot of great changes going on. Restaurant is a wonderful experience. Restaurant is comfy, cozy. The staff all were nice and friendly. I had the Asian chicken tacos. My goodness they were delicious. Lynn had the lamb sausages over vegetable coucous. So grateful she let me have a taste. Excellent experience. Try it read more

Cotton - Happy customers - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

Great lamb. Enjoy the resturany and atmosphere highly recommend it. Great desserts too!

When we lived in N.H., Cotton was our default. My husband loves the meatloaf and I love just about everything else on the menu. But we moved to N.C. and hadn't been in five years, though we often complain about how we haven't found our Cotton in our new home. We visited N.H. recently and on the first night, ate at Cotton. This time my husband order the crab cakes- also his favorite and pan seared scallops. I had the grilled chicken- boring, right? Hardly, when you add the red wine demi-glace. Seriously, I crave Cotton's red wine demi-glace and have not found anything comparable. The crab cakes are served with a spicy honey chipotle aioli over a black bean corn salsa. They are full of flavor with just the right amount of kick. The scallops are served on a bed of mixed greens, pistachios, bleu cheese with a balsamic vinaigrette. This dish is bursting with flavor and one of my favorites. We sat at the bar and ordered Makers Mark Manhattans and loved being back there. read more

Aside from a massive attitude and a "you DON'T have a reservation" this place was very nice. We had to wait for a table so we went to the bar. The bartender said that she is nonstop all night and that was noticeable by the rapid fire on drinks she was putting out for servers. Our server was new, 2 weeks on the job but she did a great job of handling questions about the menu and although she was a vegetarian she provided inside on the fried chicken based on the number of them she serves nightly. All of us were pleased with the meal and if we know we are going to be in the area we will make sure to call ahead for a reservation to avoid the attitude at the front desk. read more

We just visited Cotton again in about 2 years since we last visited. This time, the food was awesome. We had out usual dishes including a crab cake starter, Lamb medium rare cooked to perfection this time, and the scallop dinner. Emily, our server, did a fantastic job. For dessert, we tried something new tonight because our usual favorite (Pistachio Sorbet was no longer available). We had the lemon cream Italian cake with mascarpone. It was so good. Could be our new favorite. Thank you. read more

This is where we had our New Year's Eve dinner. The interior is beautiful with vintage photographs to keep you occupied. The menu has a good selection to choose from all at affordable prices. I actually had the Meatloaf with mashers with a red wine gravy. So good! Also the staff did a great job. We were first seating and everyone was on their game. Great overall experience. Thank you! read more

The only thing that I could add to improve our night at Cotton was a craft beer selection but this place is about a different kind of vibe. Food was excellent, nice selection, interesting starters, salads were great and the meal was excellent as well. Nice ambiance, good service, inviting interior and convenient with plenty of parking. I'd go out of my way to get back here. read more

This place is just great. The food is quality and I've never seen anybody do such magical things to carrots. The drinks are top notch and the staff is wonderful. I've been coming here for years and have never had a subpar experience. I couldn't recommend it more read more

It was our first time eating here and one of our first times eating out in a restaurant since the beginning of pandemic. We ate in their outdoor area, very pretty and felt very safe. Overall, I loved it. The food was delicious and exceeded my expectations. The service was lovely as well. My favorite part of the meal were the cocktails. We got the raspberry cosmo, the Manhattan, the blueberry basil mojito, and the cucumber spritzer. Super good. We also got the scallops, the jambalaya, and the salmon. Very delicious meal. For dessert we had the raspberry creme brûlée. Food and experience were a 10/10. Would eat here again. read more

Love this place ... they really need a menu refresh but they have been reliably delicious for years.

Excited to try a new-to-me restaurant in downtown Manchester. The menu seemed diverse and lots of good options. We had the baked goat cheese appetizer first. That seemed to take forever, as people who were sat after us received their meals and had even finished. I think it was our waitress who forgot to put it in (not sure), but I'll give her a little grace - however, the lack of attention was the only reason I can give Cotton a 3 star. We barely saw her at all. Thankfully, my friend and I were in deep conversation so it didn't bother us too too much. (Although, service can often make or break your experience.) I ordered the scallops (maybe 5-6), it was very tasty with 2 pounds of sweet potato hash underneath. My girlfriend got the salmon and said it was good. Based on the food, I think I'll give it another try when I'm back in town. Hoping we have better service with an attentive server. ‍ read more

This was our fourth time at Cotton and we brought some friends along. Everyone enjoyed delicious meals- 2 people got specials (beef short rib and the creamy cavatelli pasta with lobster and scallops)... along with the pistachio crusted salmon and the Jumbalaya. Everyone's dishes and cocktails were delish. Only bummer was that there was only 3 scallops and a few pieces of small lobster in the cavatelli special.. other than that- no complaints at all and we will be back again! read more

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Do not be fooled by the look of the menu or website. This place is very nice with a Casablanca like feel inside (based on the art on the walls) The drinks and food were excellent. I highly recommend for a party of 2-6 people. read more

This was one of the best meals I've ever had. My boyfriend and I started with the farmhouse salad which had a delicious dressing. He had their lamb; the waitress said it was one of their best sellers. I had a steak. We went on a busy weekend without a reservation and they were kind enough to give us a table. It was an additional outdoor dining space, not their fancy patio, but the food was so amazing we didn't care. Highly recommend! read more

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Really good food Need to diversify the menu more Great for main street people watching read more

It's been a few years since we've been there, but visitors made me think of it again. The ambiance is perfect and the food is delectable! Our appetizer salads were huge and the cheeses were unique and tasty. My brother got the meatloaf. An enormous portion. My sister-in-law had delicious crab cakes. My husband had fried chicken breasts with a traditional white gravy: excellent! I went seafood and the scallops were perfectly seasoned and sauted. You get the idea that all portions were over-sized. It's the first time I took half an appetizer salad to-go! Oh, and service by Duane was thoughtful and attentive. If you just visiting or are a native, I highly recommend Cotton down in the Millyard. read more

Cotton has been my go to high-end place in Manchester for a few years now! The Turkey Schnitzel, Butternut Squash ravioli and Asian Pot Stickers are amazing. This restaurant is family-owned, and given the TLC that every unique restaurant deserves. Jeff and Peaches are the real deal and every customer is treated exceptionally upon visit. This evening, we sat on the patio for the first time and loved the space. Covered by a thick layer of trees and with a grape and vine covered terrace, this area is illuminated and perfectly cozy for an outdoor meal. Customers can purchase their own copy of the Cotton bar recipe book which includes my favorite version of the pistachio martini. read more

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We had a wonderful dining experience at Cotton today. We were a little concerned when we didn't see a kids menu offered at lunch, but the kids ordered Sweet + Spicy Popcorn Shrimp as well as the Asian Chicken Tacos. They were a big hit! I ordered the Crab Cakes off of the appetizer menu and they were phenomenal!!!! Don't know if we'll ever pass through Manchester again, but if we do - we will certainly return to Cotton. read more

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Great food. Great atmosphere, elegant, romantic and cozy! Great, friendly service! Highly recommended!! read more

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I travel for work quite a bit to Manchester. Someone recommended I try Cotton and, wow! The food presentation was beautiful and delicious. The salmon was one of the best dishes of its kind that I've had, and i have travelled the world and consider myself somewhat of a foodie. Martinis were phenomenal, along with the service. I can't wait to have a meal here during my next visit to Manchester! Well done! read more

We had a wonderful evening at Cotton. We were seated outside in their covered garden area and the food, ambience, and service were excellent. The lobster/scallop ravioli was awesome read more

As always, friendly service and fantastic food and drink. Our go-to date night spot. Can't go wrong with a mint mule and buffalo chicken nuggets! read more

Pretty disappointing. We support the business throughout this pandemic by ordering take out . Then restrictions let up and they get customers back and they won't provide take out service any longer. What a joke!!!! Well, when it gets bad again and restrictions are back in place ( exactly where we are headed) I won't order from this place again. Open take out back up and support the damn people that supported you when you needed it!!! read more

Great cocktails and food is amazing! Ambience is the best. Waiter was very attentive.

Agree with Allison below. If 110 grill can get 4 stars cotton should be 10. & to the lady saying 'ambiance was dimly lit'....... I thought ambiance was a mood or feeling not dark lighting. read more

The food was amazing, our waitress was very attentive and answered all questions. A place for great drinks!

Cotton has a smaller menu and seasonal offerings/specials that swap in and out. What they do have in the menu regularly is pretty delicious. The salads are excellent as are the appetizers. My favorite ap is the Vermont bakes goat cheese and my husband likes the sweet and spicy popcorn shrimp. For main meal I enjoy the buttermilk herb fried chicken- super fresh and crispy and juicy chicken and I also love the butternut squash ravioli- sweet and savory. The hubby liked the Steak Diane- perfectly cooked and yummy. The interior of the restaurant is small and there's a small bar. If you're going for a specific date and want a set time they do take reservations and I advise making one. When the weather is nice there's outdoor sitting that's lovely and private b/c it's closed off by fence like walls covered in vines otherwise you'd have a view of the parking lot so it's nice they've created outdoor seating that's pleasant without a parking lot view. Overall inside or out Cotton is an intimate place to eat, typically pretty quite so it works well for a lunch meeting or a date. Drinks here are good too. The cosmos are delicious- they offer a flight of smaller cosmos and the bar is nice and has a calm vibe. read more

One of the local places in Manchester. The scallops were amazing and the waitstaff was knowledgeable. I also recommend the lamb.

Went here for the first time on Saturday. We got the best spot. Little booth in the corner! Our server was perfect. Attentive, kind and helpful! Great speedy service. Excellent food and drinks. We will be back! read more

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Very very good! To be totally honest we were a little worried because the menu selection was "smaller" than most restaurants but all the food we ordered was so amazing. Cooked perfectly and very tasty. My "Bistro steak" was paired with Carrots and Mashed potatoes, which was probably the best carrots I've ever had. Drinks were good as well, I recommend the Pistachio martini! We went on the weekend, you definitely need reservations, its a smaller restaurant but poppin. read more

Great service, Audrey at the bar was very nice and accommodating to our request. Hanna our waitress was patient with us as we were catching up with an old friend and got caught up in our conversation. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. They also had local beers available that were interesting and flavorful. It's not surprising that this place has been successfully open for years. read more

Great food and atmosphere ! Love the patio for dinner and drinks. Always a great meal . read more

Nice place. Good atmosphere, cool 1920s era decor. Food was great. Wife and I got mashed potatoes with our entrees. Excellent! Priced what you'd expect for a fairly upscale place like this. Prices were fair. Good waitstaff. Food took a bit to come out. Place wasn't busy when we ordered. Something about the vibe through me off...may have been just me. Seemed a little snobby. Parking was hard to figure out. Took a while to get to the right one. No signs as to where to go. read more

Were it not for the promise of exploring and trying as many restaurants as possible during my mini getaway we would have eaten here everyday bcz the food and service are wonderful. Figuring out the parking setup can be a little confusing initially so once you're in the lot the best way to describe it is: get as close to the door as possible then look straight ahead and there will be a sign for restaurant guest parking. Do not pay for metered parking. Inside, the atmosphere is relaxed and spacious. It's in the Millyard district and I think the structure may have been an old factory. The upscale reno gives it a nice past & present vibe. There are also retro posters and MASSIVE bottles of wine and spirits placed throughout. I'm regretting not taking a picture of them bcz they were HUGE! The menu is traditional American comfort fare along with a few fusion dishes. I ordered the jumbo crab cake burger deconstructed, sans bun with a side of broccolini and the chicken Chipotle tacos. I was a tad nervous the crab cake burger would be full of breading with little crab, I was wrong. It was a perfect balance and the spicy mayo complimented it well. I, thoroughly, enjoyed every bite. Wasn't too thrilled with the tacos and felt they could have been a little spicier, nothing a little Sriracha couldn't fix. Lastly, the teas are great! He had the rhubarb and I opted for white peach. We simultaneously made the "ummmmm" sound and said "try mine!" with an embarrassing amount of enthusiasm. Not too strong. Not sickeningly sweet. A perfect balance! Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience but next time I'd like to try something a little more challenging. read more

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Mid point for White Mountain/Boston connection. Relied on Yelpers for good restaurant. Comfort food presented with unique presentation coupled with veteran waitstaff in retro vibe ambiance. Pot stickers app and Rhode Island calamari were plentiful but lacked the kick we expected. Drinks were pretty and full bar adds to dining experience. My scallop entree with sweet potatoes was generous and the scallops were cooked perfectly. The bread pudding dessert was sweet and very tasty drizzled with caramel( yum). Lots of food in upscale casual setting at very reasonable prices equals good value. We were not rushed and dinner lasted 3 hours. Good place to know and visit. read more

Went to eat with a friend. First the food was amazing; great portions Delmonico Steak and Pan Seared Scallops cooked perfectly, great sides, amazing service. How ever be prepared to yell across the table to your date because, while a good sign, the place was packed, tables 24 inches apart. Also I was unclear on the dress code as "smart casual" a place like this but would expect to be business casual. Lastly I was unclear on the vibe as from my seat I could watch a baseball game being played on the television by the bar. read more

Hubby and I were celebrating our anniversary but didn't want a restaurant that was too stuffy. Cotton had great ambience and was classy (as another reviewer has stated). We started our meal with their buffalo chicken nuggets. But these were no ordinary chicken nuggets. These were chunks of moist chicken breast that was lightly breaded, fried crispy and covered with a light buffalo sauce. My husband thought it needed a little bit more heat, however, if you are looking for a buffalo sauce that is not overpowering, this one is for you. As for our main entrées, he ordered the buttermilk fried chicken and I got the grilled Native scallops that was paired with a sweet potato hash with corn and bacon. We were both very pleased with our meals. I must say that I haven't eaten that well in a while. Thanks to our server, Sam. She was a delight! She was both professional and courteous. The only thing about the night that wasn't 5 stars was the dessert. It was fine. Hey, I am from NY and a bit of a cheesecake snob. There was a "special" toffee cheesecake that was a bit of a letdown. Otherwise, everything else was great! read more

One of my favorites here for years has been their Grilled Chicken entree. I am still amazed at how the second piece of chicken was just as good, possibly even slightly better, than the first as a meal the next night. The chicken is top quality, and it is always cooked to perfection. I never need to use salt and pepper because everything already tastes delicious and homemade. Cotton is one of a kind. read more

Always delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. We come to celebrate a lot of anniversaries and other special times here. Yummy crème brûlée

My colleagues and I had a few hours to kill as I awaited the arrival of my wife at nearby Manchester airport and thanks to Yelp, found Cotton. Located in and old warehouse district converted to retail, Cotton is upscale yet casual at the same time. My two compatriots and I sat at the bar, asked for separate checks, and dove in. According to my friends, the cocktails were great (I was driving). I started with some delicious shrimp in a sort of sweet and sour glaze served in a novel popcorn box. My main was the farmers salad. Great in every detail with terrific dressing made in house. The service can be somewhat pretentious. My friend wanted a shot and the response was "this isn't that type of bar". Fair enough. However when the check came, the bartender neglected to give us separate checks. One bill was presented to me. When I reminded her that we wanted separate bills, she apologized and asked the manager to come over to override the register. The manager said in a very snooty tone, "we do not split checks here". I answered back just as snooty, "I didn't ask for split checks, I asked at the beginning of my meal for separate checks". The poor bartender apologized after the manager left and was clearly embarrassed by her behavior. She managed a way to give us separate bills, and we were on our way. read more