This is a blink and you might miss it diner not to be missed! After an appointment this morning my dad and I were looking for a nice lunch. In Manchester this should not be a problem but not knowing the area very well and looking only for American fare this can be difficult. Thankfully, Yelp came to the rescue once again. Seeing the reviews and that they served breakfast all day brought us in. I hadn't eaten anything yet so I was really quite hungry. Walking in this little place felt very casual and homey. We were greeted warmly and directed to sit wherever we wanted. We chose a seat across from the bar and sat down. The menus are on the tables and someone came over quickly to take our drink orders. We both decided on coffee and also on the Yankee breakfast. Not 100 percent sure on the name, but it was two eggs, home fries or beans, toast, and a slice of pie!! I was super hungry so I ordered a side of bacon and one blueberry pancake. Coffee comes with every meal at no extra cost! When the food came everything was cooked perfectly. The toast had a little much butter but I hadn't asked for it to be light. I was happy the pancake came with the butter on the side. I shared the cake with dad as well as the bacon. That pancake was huge! I meant to get a picture of it but by the time I thought to it was somewhat massacred. After we finished all that we dared they brought out the pie. I decided on cherry and dad had apple crisp. The pie was huge and as good as it looked! I gave this place five stars because the food was good and the staff was awesome. Also they make you feel like family which is rare these days. Will be back for sure. read more

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We had an excellent breakfast this morning. I had the meatlovers omelet, wife had scrambled eggs, both with toast & shredded potatoes. Still offering a bottomless cup of coffee! Service was good as it was busy, but not delayed. Friendly waitstaff. Nice place, good food and fair prices. read more

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The Red Barn has a traditional diner ambiance. The service was great. The coffee is delicious with endless refills. My friend and I both ordered a two egg omelette with hash browns and raisin toast. The food came quickly and was cooked perfectly I l look forward to returning to try the lunch menu read more

This place is so much better than the Red Arrow. Check out the picture I posted of the sausage biscuits and gravy meal. Awesome, and very affordable read more

The Red Barn Diner - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

Small diner with great food. Hours since covid are reduced. But Still our go to if we are out breakfast. We have eaten at other diner/breakfast restaurants but it seems like food is always better here. Wife swears by the French toast. I usually get eggs of some nature. Just make sure you duck after walking in door. read more

The Red Barn Diner - Eggs over easy with fried pan fries and spam. (Yes spam.) - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

I love this little place ~ don't blink or you'll drive right by- - and you DONT - wanna do thAt !! First time in-? I didn't have high hopes or really- ANY expectations, .. ~ but as I'm seating myself where "I'm" most comfortable (and I like that about a restaurant ~ being given the right to choose) ~ I'm checking it out ~ first thing I noticed was; okay yes, it's a small establishment ~ but ~ in it's own way, it's quaint . It's got a cozy, country, sort of ~ rustic feel to it. I'm hearing conversation from behind the counter at the barstool area taking place between not just the customers, but between the customers and the staff as well :) ~ maybe they're regulars ‍ ~ once the staff come (which was almost right away!)- they give me the specials, coffee and a menu ~ not to mention they were courteous, polite and accommodating. When I gave my order ~ I think I sat for approximately 10 minutes tops and all the food you see in my photo ~ came out just as I had asked for. Time for the ultimate and final option.....~!!!~ "the taste test!!" Lol ~ and as you can imagine ~ given my 5 s an'all lol ~ it was absolutely delicious . . The ONLY bummer (in my taste buds opinions ) is ~ sadly ~ they do not have deep fried home fries on the menu ~ as accommodating as they really, truly are!!??!- I think it was the second time I had went back and at that time I threw it out there to see if that'd be something they'd be willing to .. you know.. specially make for me ! I asked they said of course ~ but ~ I'm going to be 200% honest and say: that my taste buds still love Blakes home fries most lol ~ but!!? The Red Barn? Gets all those s because-!!!!!? They at LEAST tried for me. ! It's also worth mentioning that during seasonal warmer weather ~? They have an area outdoors with seating for dining underneath a shaded, circus tent like setting....(just.. no sides to the tent ~ its more of a shade cover ). But it's nice, I've eaten out there and it's very pleasant. It's behind the restaurant, away from the road and noise ~ it's cute . Also the prices ? Eeeyaaah~ U can't beat um ~ they're more than fair. What you see in my photo, plus an additional breakfast order, (when I took my mother out for a breakfast date ), ended up costing me between $20.00-$22.00. Granted we didn't order steaks or burgers ~ ~ not even sure if they make those things lmao!!- but!! With all that being said; No wonder The Red Barn continues to have repeated "eating offenders" ~ ~ once you experience The Red Barn diner & if you're like me and live less than a stellar mile away ??!?? It's pretty easy to call it your newfound , favorite little joint ~ their food's amazing , hospitality; top notch, service w a smile as well as no hesitation to go above and beyond for your satisfaction ~ uh huh ~ yup ~ ! The Red Barn diner has landed themselves a new "repeat ~ regular" lol and her name is: KristineMarie hahaha ~ hey you laugh ~ but ~ you go'head n check um out! I dare ya ~ n then you tell ME that you don't have a new favorite lil'breakfast nook; in this ancient lil' Manchester city!! Uh-huh- don't jus sit there - ! - it's a challenge!!- go -! Run! Quick! To the south end of Elm ~ right up to the front door ~ of TRB (obviously The Red Barn lol )- and if u DARE!!! You go ahead and push that open ~ ....~ but BEWARE ~!!! You WILL leave ecstatically and satisfyingly happy and FULL ~ along w a new favorite quaint little restaurant, on the south end of Elm Street ~ in this smug little city ~ lol ~ called Manchanning Tatum Vegas ( lmao ‍ ‍ ~ that jus came to me sorry LOL !)- called Manchvegas, Manchester, in good'ol New Hampster ~ lol ~ okay okaaaayyy ~ Old-lol-New!! Hampshire ~ enjoy and happy early Halloween French ToastHash and Eggs read more

The Red Barn Diner - Eggs, hash browns, bacon, wheat toast, french toast and home fries ~ coffee & diet coke - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

This is a pretty standard diner. It states that the hours of business are 24 hours, however I have driven by a few times and it seemed closed. The food was good. The staff was hit or miss - one member was fantastic, another was inattentive. Want breakfast? Okay, visit The Red Barn Diner. read more

The Red Barn Diner - Veggie egg white omelette - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

If perfectly toasted bread makes your breakfast meal- stop in here. This tiny diner has a dedicated waitstaff that hustles to make your dining experience satisfying. Crazy affordable meals; our last breakfast for two tab was $13.29! Lunch and dinner served as well but I've only gone for breakfast. However, their fresh angus burger menu is tantalizing. I look forward to repeated visits.... read more

Cozy, historic diner located on a downtown side street. If you're a political buff or just enjoy classic Americana. Booths and counter seats are adorned with plaques commemorating celebrities and politicians that once sat there. The wall is adorned with photos of said noteworthy patrons. The food is exactly what you'd expect, only better. Their poutine is (dare I say) better than what I've tasted in Canada. Add chicken tenders for the win. The pork pie is hearty and satisfying. Their beans are ridiculously tasty as an accompaniment. You'll leave with a full stomach and not too light a wallet as the prices are crazy good. Service is also casual in a homey, blunt way that I appreciate. read more

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Went in for breakfast around 12 today and I must say that they had their first epic fail for us. My daughter ordered the eggs Benedict with extra side of sauce. They used frozen spinach and didn't drain the water out of it properly. The spinach was soggy and thus the English muffin underneath was all soggy. The side of sauce was curdled, also. The other three meals were great as usually. read more

This diner under the name Shirley D's (The Red Barn Diner) has been in business for over 20 years serving good breakfasts and lunches at very reasonable prices (under $10). This diner used to have a smoker-friendly atmosphere until the NH smoking ban took effect recently. Under new ownership (June 2007), this diner opens at 5:00 AM for breakfast. Popular with regulars, this place has the basic old-time diner atmosphere with lunch counter seating and table seating. The ceiling is low in some parts, so tall folks should watch their head. Grab a Union Leader or a Hippo to read with the meal! The menu offers typical diner fare including breakfast (served all day): egg dishes, omelettes, pancakes, French toast, hash, pan fries, muffins, & beans and lunch items include sandwiches, subs, soups, comfort dishes (meatloaf, open faced sandwiches, mashed potatoes), and desserts (pies, whoopie pies, & ice cream). Daily specials are posted. The Clam Chowder is HOMEMADE and not from a can. Specials are offered including All You Can Eat Spaghetti & Meatballs ($6.50 used to be $5.99) on Wednesdays and Haddock & Fries ($12.95 used to be $8.95) on Fridays. Now smoke-free, I decided to stop here for lunch, but had breakfast instead. As soon as I walked in and sat myself at the lunch counter, I was offered hot coffee. I ordered a Western Omelette ($6.45), which included pan fries, buttered toast, and bottomless coffee. The omelette had ham, peppers, & cheese which was folded nicely and clean, not greasy. The pan fries (small sliced potato chunks) were light and had very minimal grease. The service at the lunch counter was quick and good including refills on coffee. This place gets an overall 3.5 STARS, rounding up. PARKING: Off street along south side of diner. OPEN 24 HOURS: Thurs-Sat CREDIT CARDS: Accepted read more

The Red Barn Diner - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

This was our first time to the Red Barn Restaurant, but it won't be our last. Open 5 am-3pm, they serve breakfast all day. The service was great. The breakfasts were great as well. Big sausage patties and the pancakes filled the plate. I had my favorite; chocolate chips and blueberries. AND, they serve REAL MAPLE SYRUP. The Diner has been there since 1930. It was built by the Worcester Dining Car Co., and that alone is reason enough to visit. The original arched roof is still there. The Diner is 91 years old. read more

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Labor Day experiment! We knew that the majority of our favorite breakfast joints would have long lines because of the holiday so we ventured out with a goal of finding a new place without a big line. We hit the jackpot! We drove past a tiny little place that didn't look too busy. We walked in and were immediately given seating for two. Although this place is small, built around an an old dining car from 1920, they do have a long booth with about 20 stools, 8 to 10 tables and a whole seating area outside as well. The food was excellent, fairly priced and the coffee is bottomless. Sprinkled with locals, this place is a must visit for those who enjoy the classics! read more

The Red Barn Diner - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

Great place to eat, Great food, and a very wonderful staff, always very nice to us. And we always leave there full

The Red Barn Diner exudes such an air of familiarity that you can walk in for the first time, and feel like you've been a regular for a while. At least that's how I felt. Indeed, Red Barn felt much like a New England-version of my usual spot back home (https://www.yelp.com/biz/vals-burgers-hayward). This unpretentious diner is your typical greasy spoon located in downtown-ish Manchester and their menu covers many classic American dishes with hints of New England-ness here and there (Vermont burger, Maine blueberry waffle, etc.). I opted for the Irish benny (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-red-barn-diner-manchester?select=9NuFSrbG9l5fqcTYYqUZEg). Two english muffins were topped with corned-beef hash, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and accompanied with potatoes or baked beans. The eggs were perfectly poached as the yolks were nice and runny. Their corned beef hash and hollandaise were ok. As for the beans, they arrived lukewarm. That was a bit of a let down as I like them piping hot. Honestly, the real reason I stopped by was to grab a slice of pie as I was experiencing a pretty substantial craving for the stuff. Unfortunately, they only had cherry available...and some bread pudding. My server didn't really seem enthusiastic about either option so I decided to forgo my dessert. Wish they had more pie options available. The atmosphere is about what you would expect. They are apparently constructed out of an old train car so It's quite cozy inside. If you arrived by yourself or with a dinning companion, you can rub elbows with other patrons at the counter. Small groups can probably squeeze into one of the booths. While the food here certainly isn't good enough to blow you away, Red Barn Diner is a solid choice if you're looking for classic American comfort food. I'll probably be back...unless I want pie. read more

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I haven't reviewed in a while and we decided to go somewhere new for breakfast. I will just say - wow - what a good breakfast. My wife got the Irish Benedict and I got manager's breakfast with a chocolate chip pancake on the side. Places make pancakes so different... this was great as pancakes go 9.5/10. Irish was 8/10. Managers breakfast was a 8/10. Only complaint was the lack of flavor on the hash browns. Salt and pepper couldn't bring it to life. They were also warm as other people complained about. Service was friendly and food came out fast. No mistakes and the waitress was attentive. Best item that we had was the pancake - so good. Can't remember the last time we both licked our plates clean. read more

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Met my out-of-towner brother here for dinner because the (free!) parking is better than Red Arrow, which is almost impossible to get near on a Saturday evening. It's a sketchy-looking little hole in the wall building next door to an equally sketchy-looking used car dealership on a not-so-nice part of Elm Street, but don't be put off by the appearance. Decor is extremely basic and the chairs rock a little on the uneven floors but you don't come to a place like this for the interior design. We were early for dinner, about 4pm, so we had our choice of tables, not that there are many in the tiny space, and we spread out on a four-top in the back corner. Brother was coming off a Spartan race so he was thrilled at the breakfast-all-day offerings, and the French toast (which we both had) was just the ticket for carb replenishment: three thick slices of white bread, like Texas toast, dipped in a sweetened egg batter and fried in butter on the flattop, topped with more real butter and powdered sugar. (Next time I'll sneak in a bottle of real maple syrup in my purse, since all they had was the fake stuff. I'm a Mainer, I need my maple.) I couldn't finish mine. The bacon (three large slices) could have been crispier, but I'm a bit picky about my bacon, and it was flavorful without being too salty. Brother said the coffee was good and the waitress - who was attentive without being annoying - kept his cup full. The place started filling up as we were finishing up but the waitress did not rush us out, which was nice. Prices are extremely reasonable for the generous portions, and they accept credit cards. I'll definitely be back. read more

Very pleased with the service and creativity they put into their menu best diner in Manchester NH if you ask me I will always be here breakfast or dinner read more

I walked down from my hotel this morning, looking for something a bit more interesting than your typical Dunkin Donuts sandwich (don't get me wrong, I love my Dunkin). The front desk last night had mentioned a diner so I headed this way. If you are looking for a bone-deep honest diner this is the spot. Hot, endless coffee, friendly service, and eggs just the way you want them. If you are looking for pretense or kitsch, keep driving. The linoleum tile is a little the worse for wear and the foot-shelf around the counter is unfinished wood with plenty of dirt and scuffs. But the hash browns were crispy and the omelette fresh and wonderful. I will definitely be back when I am next in town. read more

The Red Barn Diner - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

The staff was so welcoming and the ambiance was very cozy. I don't speak much as an introvert traveling for work, but I felt at home! I forget the name of my meal but it had eggs, home fries, bell peppers, onions, and Italian sausage - it was so delicious! Pretty decent coffee too! read more

Love this place as I always sit at the counter service is super fast and the food comes out piping hot and tasty! Extremely reasonably priced as well the interior needs a bit of updating but it's your typical New England diner with crooked walls and uneven floors. Still worth visiting they have spaghetti and meatballs every Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM all you can eat. read more

The food was DELICIOUS! The service was fast and very pleasant. They were the best find that we have gone to in a long time. well done!

This place popped up in my Yelp as places people were talking about. This place did not disappoint. It was very busy when I went in. I waited for 5 mins, but was given coffee and the menu. My eggs OM came out perfect. Bacon was crispy and the potatoes were well done as I requested. Leona my waitress was friendly and efficient. Not just working the counter but also tables. I could see into the kitchen and the cook was like an Octopus. Cooking 5-6 things at a time with perfection. I highly recommend. read more

HOURS shown on Yelp are WRONG!!! Monday 5 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 5 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 5 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday 5 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 5 AM - Midnight Saturday - Open 24 hours Sunday - Midnight - 4:00 PM Good food, friendly staff, lots of parking, and happy customers. A great place to start the day, with an excellent fish fry on Friday and Saturday night. read more

Menu is limited but is yummy! The food is good but does not stand out as amazing. Definitely pros and cons! Decent parking as far as Manchester is concerned. Open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday nights. There is free coffee with literally every meal including lunch and dinner. You do not pay for coffee here. The place itself is a bit run down but cozy. I think the weirdest part is that the waitress toasts the bread instead of the kitchen. I have no idea why this policy is in place. I supppose it's nice that you can have your bread as a starter if you want. However, it is kind of gross considering all the things waitresses touch. The servers have enough to do, why can't the cooks do it? The only thing I can think of is an issue with storage space or something. Regardless, if you want coffee with your meal but don't wanna pay for it, this is the place to go! read more

Adorable place! My mom and I have some good memories here. THE FOOD IS SO DELICIOUS but every time I've eaten here, service usually takes a long time. If it didn't take so long to get served, I would eat here more often. read more

We sat way in left rear; didn't know there was sitting back there. The table next to Us were just random Friends or family out for a meal and it was really fun to have some interchange with them. The drinks are cold the food is hot and I haven't been disappointed. I'm not looking myself for the Fancy. Basic home style cooking is nice. Family and I have been there may be half dozen times, I've been there three times maybe four on my own when I had to be waiting in the area. read more

Greasy spoon, what a great place... Found on Yelp and had a great meal. Taking 3 hungry soccer players, serving breakfast all day... Made some happy... Portions were huge and a good time read more

Was very unhappy with my breakfast i ordered thr Irish Benne the corned beef was fried to a crisp, my toast got cold because she brought it 10 minutes before I got my b-fast the potatoes were under cooked. Waitress never asked how things were if I wanted anything else she was more concerned with her own b-fast. I don't think I'll be back. read more

Amazing!!!! Food was great. Staff was super friendly. Amazing value for the price! Will go to again when we are in Manchester. read more

This diner is absolutely what a diner should be. Excellent coffee, even for a coffee snob, and the service was kind, fast, knowledgeable, and welcoming. The food was excellent, with eggs done to order and plenty of options. Leave room to season if you need to, but you likely won't. They have a Manchester made hot sauce that was delicious. read more

I love this place! Great food and amazing people! I will be a forever costumerHamburguers are delicious and desserts to die for.

Stopped for breakfast on be way north and enjoyed coffee, oatmeal, toast, a veggie omelette, and home fries. Staff was very friendly, even at 5:00 AM. Very sweet old school diner. read more

i stopped by for breakfast and dinner here last week. Their breakfast is typical, everything you can imagine. Personally, I loved their blueberry pancakes! I had a shepherd's pie for dinner which wasn't all that great, a little bland but it won't deter me from coming back next time I'm in town. I also had their apple pie which tasted homemade. the pie crust was a little like the crust on a pizza which i thought was kinda amusing. I like supporting neighborhood businesses instead of those franchise places like ihop, applebee's, etc. . . So I'll definitely be back. read more

I've never had to wait for a seat at The Red Barn (formerly known as Shirley D's). The food is good. The portions are large. The prices are reasonable. The parking lot is spacious. The coffee is pretty good. The waitstaff is attentive and friendly. All those reasons make it a good alternative to busier places downtown for a Sunday morning breakfast. It's a nice place to meet friends before a weekend motorcycle ride. I recommend their hash and eggs or their biscuits and gravy. read more

The Red Barn Diner in Manchester is my favorite diner near my house. Simple, great prices. Started as a 1930's dining car from Worcester, MA. Anyways, I was looking at old pictures and found a dish my grandmother used to make called "Hole in Bread" - it's pretty simple. You make a hole in the center of toast and fry an egg in the middle. When I went to the waitress with the picture - she didn't even flinch. Came back with it expertly prepared. (This wasn't on their menu). Taking a special request like that and owning it went above and beyond. Now I'm going to start going everywhere and asking for it! But back to the restaurant - it's a no frills diner kinda place. Great service and a friendly staff - and I was kinda surprised it's not cash only - they do take cards. It's an older crowd here vs. The Red Arrow. They were socializing taking about vision problems lol. read more

The Red Barn Diner - Special request honored - Hole in Bread eggs - Diners Near Me - Manchester, New Hampshire

It's a diner. They make diner food. On the weekend, they're open 24 hours. In short, they serve to the niche market called "drunk food", and they serve it well. The food isn't spectacular, but are you really wandering around at 3am looking for spectacular food? Nope, you're looking for cheap, decent, easily available food, and that's exactly what this place is. I was hesitant to write this review, to be very honest. Most people in search of drunk food tend to head to the Red Arrow, which is not a bad choice, but is often very busy. I've never had a wait at The Red Barn, my experiences have all been decent. read more

Scrambled eggs, toast, potatoes and coffee. Fresh, fast and friendly. .the potatoes could not have been any better. Great breakfast in Manchester! read more

We love a 'greasy spoon' for breakfast. Down-home places with no frills typically have the best food, nicest service, and when you get the bill you're typically suprised.... And the Red Barn is no exception to that. We've been at least 10 times as it's 'our place' to have breakfast now if we're going out. Never changes.... If you're lucky enough the crypt keeper (the 250 year old 'bus boy' in a civil war hat they employ) will come out and say innappropriate things to your party. read more

Luved the red barn. Good diner food. Free drink w breakfast. Try the Irish eggs Benedict w hash. Hit the spot!!