Location: Rochester
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Best American food near Rochester, New Hampshire, United States
Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in Rochester. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. Rochester is a city in Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 29,752, and in 2016 the estimated population was 30,345. The city includes the villages of East Rochester, Gonic, and North Rochester. Rochester is home to Skyhaven Airport.
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10. Fresh Vibes Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Concord Z
Stopped in for a late breakfast (they apparently serve it all day, as well as dinner most nights)). A good size menu with lots of healthy choices, including gluten free and vegetarian choices. Food was quite good, creative display, and everything that was supposed to be hot or cold was.
9. Little Miss Sophies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By bucketlistend
This was our first time at Little Miss Sophies and we were lucky to find a parking spot. Mostly locals dine here. The food was nothing outstanding but good and we have no complaints about it. When we walked in we were asked to wait until the server cleared a table. With a glove on we saw the table cleaned with a sanitizer; everything was moved on the table and completely wiped. As we were seated the hostess came over and introduced herself adding words of welcome. Then a server came over to introduce herself. She knew we were not ready to order so didnt rush us. We noted servers and the hostess addressing others, moving tables or chairs as needed. It was impressive to see such a crew that worked so well and so closely together. We have owned a Catering business and a restaurant; we know what all this entails. The price was fair and the food rather ordinary. Our server asked my husband if he would like "homemade" bread for toast. Nice to have that option and it wasn't an added cost.
8. Spaulding Steak & Ale at The Governor's Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Steele-Worldwide
So this is on the first floor of the Inn. You can hit the bar, there are a couple dining areas, the staff was very nice, good stiff drinks, and everything I ate was quite good. I hope to go back next year!
7. Lilac City Grille
Overall Ratings
4 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By NHjo
I hadn't eaten here for a few years but was in the area, so I stopped for lunch. Had the chicken piccata, a cup of chicken noodle soup, and the house margarita. All were excellent. Great service, portions big enough for two meals, and very reasonable prices. Love the old-school vibe, too.
6. Jimmy Jones Locker
Overall Ratings
4 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Richard D
Ordered the fried clam dinner for about $34 and worth nowhere near that amount. Tiny clams (but a lot of them) with an excessive amount of tasteless (tasted like plain flour) batter. Yeah, a very large portion of substandard seafood. Whole belly clams with tiny bellies and a lot of batter and french fries, not again at this place. That means both seafood places in town have lousy fried clams, go to the beach area for the good stuff.
5. Windjammers Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 95 reviews
One of the most excellent seafood restaurants in the area - and there are many. We have a great menu that includes the smaller "Mates" portions and a senior menu that includes a drink and dessert. Our founder Howie Seckendorf always believed that everyone
Reviewed By CynthiaA4917
Windjammers Seafood Restaurant is a tiny hole in the wall that has expensive, albeit delicious seafood that's beyond reproach, if you don't mind being cramped in and being rushed out the door as soon as you get your food that you waited almost an hour for!! I'd say try it, but don't go with a crowd & make sure you have plenty of time and bring your wallet or purse, filled!!
4. Benedict's Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By CynthiaA4917
Benedict's Grill had delicious Eggs Benedict; hence the name; tough location to get in and out of; definitely not for those physically challenged, stairs to get into this place are off 'code'. Took my aged mother in law, (88 yrs.); we practically had to carry her in And out of the place; food is delicious and priced reasonably.....wouldn't go back.
3. 110 Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 166 reviews
110 Grill is where contemporary dining and innovative cuisine meet. Here we are passionate about pure flavor, quality ingredients, and the cultivation of an inviting atmosphere that can play perfect host to an intimate dinner, a family celebration, or a c
Reviewed By DebbieH621
Pulled over to get my bearings driving towards Maine and needed a pit stop for food. Looked up and saw the grill. Went in and found it to be really great! Staff very attentive, thanks Ben! Bread was good and herbed butter yummy. Ordered fish and chips, subbed out theFries for onion straws. Onion straws were okay, could have been crispier, but the North Atlantic Cod was amazing! Light, crisp and delicious! Really really good.
2. Granite Steak & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 259 reviews
Granite Steak and Grill and Smokey's Tavern are located on Route 11 in Rochester. Offering an intimate setting complete with gas fireplaces and an outside patio. We present a homestyle dining experience, taking pride in offering the highest quality food a
Reviewed By Marshall B
We tried the filet mignon and prime rib. Last time, several years ago, we had a more standard fare and, while not disappointed, decided to put the Grill through its paces â also we were really anxious to get some good beef. And both dishes were done to perfection â absolutely no beef about the beef - and we asked for rare, which means different things to different restaurants - but the Grill knows how to do it. What made the difference as well was the attitude of the staff â really an exceptionally responsive and attentive staff. And friendly â you really could not do better. It is either the result of good training or just hiring the right sort of people. Very enjoyable experience all around.
1. Revolution TapRoom & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 267 reviews
Revolution Taproom & Grill is a 44 tap craft beer bar and gastropub located in downtown Rochester NH. Revolution utilizes local, farm fresh ingredients in its scratch kitchen, with an emphasis on modern, creative takes on traditional pub fare and comfort
Reviewed By lampark
I've always enjoyed eating at Revolution, but lately it has been inconsistent. We've had poor service where we felt very rushed. Our appetizer was never served and we were out of there within about 45 minutes. Another time my entree was just awful and no alternative was offered. I hate to see this happen. The level of excellence needs to be constantly maintained. I hope the types of things don't continue, but we are still fans and will keep trying!
