Brookstone Grille

Southern New Hampshire’s best kept secret, offering creative American cuisine in the most beautiful setting. Seasonal appetizers, entrees, homemade desserts and brick oven flatbreads inspire repeat visits every time. Our glassed-in bar offers a relaxing atmosphere featuring HD-TVs, creative martinis, specialty drinks, full menu and a terrific wine and beer selection. Food specials every day 3-5 p.m. Reservations accepted (suggested for Valentine’s Day), take out and private dining areas accommodating 10-50 guests available. Open Tue-Thu 3-9 p.m., Fri-Sat 3-10 p.m., Sun 3-8 p.m. (603) 328-9250. http://www.brookstone-park.com

COBBLESTONES Restaurant & Bar

91 Dutton Street, Lowell, MA. A historic landmark located in the center of Lowell’s National Park approaching its 14th year, COBBLESTONES is regionally known for magnificent architecture and ambience, as well as excellent dining. Widely reviewed, COBBLESTONES features a great wine list, separate dining room and “bustling” bar, and several elegant private dining and function rooms. The chef’s menu beautifully combines traditional fare with eclectic and ethnic influences making COBBLESTONES equally suited for casual dining and special celebrations, and “a must” in the Merrimack Valley. Open Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. (978) 970-2282. www.cobblestonesoflowell.com

Commercial Street Fishery

33 South Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
(603) 296-0706
www.csfishery.com

Cotton

75 Arms Street, Manchester, NH
(603) 622-5488
www.cottonfood.com

George’s Restaurant & Mal's Lounge

77 Washington Street, Haverhill, MA. Offering two levels of dining in a newly renovated building, our candle-lit dinner features an eclectic array of dishes ranging from fresh seafoods to wild boar and filet mignon. Winner of Merrimack Valley’s
Best Fine Dining four years in a row. Enjoy live entertainment featuring state of the art surround sound, big screen TVs and a 9-foot projection. Open for lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, and private parties. (978) 374-5150.
www.georgesonwashington.com

Hanover Street Chophouse

149 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH. Get a taste of an old world steakhouse with a modern spin. We are committed to providing our guests with creative but classic dishes, impeccable but discreet service, and an elegant yet relaxed ambience. Featuring an urban-style bar with award-winning wine list and piano bar every Friday and Saturday. Private dining rooms available for corporate or special events. Serving dinner Tues – Sat at 5:00pm. Hours subject to change. Reservations recommended.
(603) 644-CHOP (2467)
www.hanoverstreetchophouse.com

Joseph’s Trattoria Bakery Café

145 Oxford Avenue, Bradford, MA. Experience a taste of Tuscany at Joseph’s, where we strive to provide our customers the best in everything—from our attentive wait staff to our homemade pastas, breads, and desserts, Joseph’s offers an eclectic Italian menu that is sure to please any palate. Open Mon–Thu 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri–Sat 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 12:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Also available for functions and catering.
For reservations, call (978) 374-8288.
www.josephstrattoria.com

Keon's 105 Bistro

105 Washington Street, Haverhill, MA.
Winning 2008’s RAMAE Massachusetts Restaurant of the Year proves that you don’t need to go to Boston to enjoy the area's finest cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Chef Sean Demers has created a menu with tastes that rival any four-star restaurant. Daily specials include the freshest seafood, incorporating seasonal vegetables and the finest meats available. We host wine dinners every four weeks, call to reserve your seat today! Open Mon-Sat for dinner at 5 p.m. (978) 521-0112.
www.keons.com

Mann Orchards

27 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. For the best local produce and homemade pies in the area, go no further than Mann’s. We grow and sell our own peaches, apples, cucumbers, and pickles in addition to baking fresh pies, muffins, scones, cider donuts, and pastries every day. Now serving lunch at Mann’s Café, Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-2 p.m. This holiday season, give the gift of Mann’s! Hours: Mon-Sat 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Gift cards and baskets available.
(978) 683-0361. www.mannorchards.com


The Melting Pot Restaurant

213 Burlington Road, Bedford, MA. Located near the Burlington Mall, The Melting Pot brings a truly unique dining experience to Boston's Northwest suburbs. Here, fondue becomes a memorable and interactive four course dining experience where patrons can "dip into something different." Following a creamy cheese fondue and salad, guests choose from flavorful cooking styles and a variety of entrées including filet, lobster, chicken, duck, shrimp, salmon and more. Dessert features mouthwatering chocolate fondue served with fresh fruit and cakes for dipping.
(781) 791-0592. www.meltingpot.com

Moonstones

185 Chelmsford Street, Chelmsford, MA. Moonstones is the latest restaurant from the owners of COBBLESTONES of Lowell. Celebrating worldly influences on a chef driven menu; small plates and tapas, creative raw bar of the freshest local offerings, crostinis featuring our own fresh baked breads. Dining, Mon–Sat. 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Bar hours, Mon–Wed 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Thur–Sat 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. Happy Hour, 3–6 p.m. Meetings, functions & private dining by appointment.
(978) 256-7777. www.moonstones110.com

Orzo Trattoria

1085 Osgood Street ( Rte 125) North Andover, MA. Located in Butcher Boy Plaza, our casual atmosphere, friendly service, open kitchen, and moderately priced menu make Orzo perfect for the entire family. From our children’s menu to entrees made with fresh seafood, veal, steak, and pasta, Orzo offers choices to please everyone. Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Sunday brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m., dinner 3 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Private parties, catering, takeout, and gift certificates available.
(978) 686-6921. www.orzorestaurant.com


Palmers Restaurant & Tavern

18 Elm Street, Andover, MA. Palmers features not only the finest food and service in the area, but several dining rooms and a large tavern with lunch, tavern, and dinner menus. In addition to excellent cocktails and a fine selection of wines and beer on tap, the tavern features live music every Thursday–Saturday evening. Reservations and functions available. Lunch: Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Dinner: Mon–Thurs 5–9 p.m., Fri–Sat 5–10 p.m.
(978) 470-1606. www.palmers-restaurant.com

Primo Pasta Restaurant

133 Plaistow Street, Plaistow, NH. We've reopened with the same great taste and a whole new look! Newly renovated, Primo Pasta offers classic Italian dishes, homemade rolls, a variety of fresh seafood, and newly added Mediterranean fare – and, by popular demand, we’ve brought back the bread board! Visit on Friday or Saturday evenings to enjoy live music while you dine! Open daily for lunch and dinner: Sun 12–10 p.m., Mon–Thurs 11 a.m.–10 p.m, Fri–Sat 11 a.m.–11 p.m. (603) 819-4320.
www.primopastarestaurant.com

Serene

12 Main Street Andover, MA. At Serene, we strive to produce a relaxing atmosphere for your dining pleasure. Our bold but soothing paint colors, comfortable accent furniture, and home cooked Italian comfort-foods achieve this goal. With 2 levels of dining, a newly renovated bar, and cozy function rooms accommodating up to 50 people, Serene offers something for everyone, no matter what the occasion. We are now offering more live entertainment and dancing, please see our website for details. Dining Hours: Sun-Mon:5-9p, Fri-Sat:5-10p. (978) 475-7711.
www.serenerestaurant.com

The Traveling Chef

At The Traveling Chef, our goal is to make each meal your finest. We customize a menu to fit your taste – once you approve it, we do the rest! Chef Sharon Sindledecker grocery shops, cooks the meals right in your kitchen, and takes care of cleanup – meals are then packaged and stored in your freezer so, on those busy days, you just heat and serve a delicious, healthy meal. From only $15 per person. Also available for parties and dinners from 2–10 guests. (978) 771-2020.

Trattoria Amalfi

385 South Broadway, Nettles Plaza, Salem, NH. The Amalfi region of Italy isn’t just home to the most beautiful coastline in Europe – it also boasts some of the world’s finest cuisine. Gerardo and Sandra Cammarano, owners of Trattoria Amalfi, are natives of the famous Amalfi region – they have traveled far to bring authentic Italian recipes for you to enjoy. Reservations and gift certificates available. Hours: Tue-Wed 4:30 – 9:30 p.m., Thu-Fri 4:30 – 10 p.m., Sat 3-10 p.m., Sun 3-9 p.m. 603-893-5773. www.tamalfi.com

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