Welcome to Cotton Restaurant
At Cotton Restaurant, located in Manchester, NH, we invite you to experience a culinary journey rooted in quality and creativity. Our story unfolds through expertly crafted American dishes, from succulent Grilled Lamb Steak to flavorful Butternut Squash Ravioli, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Known for our award-winning martinis and vibrant cocktail bar, we offer a welcoming ambiance that fosters connection and celebration. With attentive service and a commitment to excellence, Cotton is not just a dining destination; it’s a beloved gathering place where every meal is a memory in the making. Join us and savor the flavors of Cotton.
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75 Arms St, Manchester, NH 03101 Hotline: (603) 622-5488
Welcome to **Cotton Restaurant**, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Manchester, NH. Located at 75 Arms St, this establishment is more than a cocktail bar—it’s a culinary experience waiting to unfold. As you step inside, you’re greeted by an inviting ambiance that expertly balances sophistication with a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Known for its lively bar scene and acclaimed martinis, Cotton is the epitome of American dining fused with an impressive cocktail culture.
The menu at Cotton highlights **American cuisine**, marked by a variety of dishes that promise to tantalize your taste buds. One of the standout entrees is the **Retro Meatloaf**, a nostalgic take made with all-natural beef and pork, complemented by a wild mushroom port wine sauce and served with *all-you-can-eat mashed potatoes*. For those in search of steak, the **Cotton's Bistro Steak** or the **Grilled Delmonico Steak** are must-tries, each promising a perfectly cooked and generous cut, served alongside seasonal vegetables and rich sauces that elevate the palate.
- Seafood Lovers Delight: Don't miss the **Grilled Native All-Natural Jumbo Sea Scallops**, skillfully paired with applewood smoked bacon sweet potato corn hash, or the **Grilled Atlantic Salmon**, which shines with its medley of fresh ingredients and herb butter.
- Comfort Food Classics: Indulge in the comforting flavors of **Buttermilk Herb Fried Chicken** or the **Almond-Crusted Turkey Schnitzel**, both carefully crafted to deliver satisfying, home-style warmth.
- Vegetarian Options: The **Butternut Squash Ravioli** is a seasonal favorite that offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness, sure to please any palate.
The reviews from delighted diners speak volumes about Cotton's commitment to quality and service. Guests rave about the attentive staff, with many noting the exceptional care taken by the owner to ensure every visitor feels welcome. As one patron noted, “the owner helped the staff & visited customers,” exemplifying the warm, familial service that defines Cotton.
Ambiance also plays a key role at Cotton. The dim lighting creates a romantic setting, ideal for date nights or intimate gatherings, while the vibrant energy of the bar infuses the space with life. Regulars emphasize the importance of making reservations, as this popular spot fills up quickly after opening at 5 PM.
With a winning combination of excellent food, innovative cocktails, and a charming atmosphere, **Cotton Restaurant** stands out as a must-visit for anyone in Manchester. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, the culinary offerings here will leave you longing for a return visit.
Experience the allure of Cotton Restaurant, where great food and memorable moments come together beautifully.
Had a good meal, scallops casserole with green beans & rice. Bar service was great. The bar is usually fairly lively, friendly people. My only issue, as the are Known as the Best NH Martinis, my standard $10 beefeater jumped to $13.50 A 35% increase? Hope it was an error.
Food was excellent. Owner helped the staff & visited customers. Martinis at Cotton is #1 voted state wide year after year. Ambience charming. One big message... make reservations! It fills up with in 1 hour of opening at 5 pm
Local to the area Will recommend Would return Meeting with family that we haven't seen in a really long time, found reviews to restaurants in the area that we live in this one came up had some wonderful ratings so we decided to try it. Also took a look at the menu and read a couple reviews. Made reservations which I'm very glad we did because it's a small restaurant and they were jampacked and we had reservations for 4 PM. We originally planned to have it for six but they were already packed and we called the day before, the area that this restaurant is located in. You would not think that it would be a top notch restaurant and have as many people as it did Our waiter whose name was Brian was very efficient and knew what he was doing. He understood. This was our first time at the restaurant and he gave us enough time to order. He separated our appetizers from our main course. He gave us time to chitchat. I thought the size of the restaurant was OK. It was a little loud because of the size of the area. It was I felt dark in the restaurant that's the type of lighting that they have that wouldn't determine me or keep me away though The prices at the restaurant for a meal were roughly $20 and up per person The portion size was great. The temperature was great. The flavoring was on point. I found the jambalaya to be a bit spicy, but still edible. Definitely if you're in the area, I would recommend stopping at this place and trying it out
I don't have a lot to say that others haven't already noted, but I'll try to weigh in here... In a city that's replete with mid-range restaurants, it can be a bit hard to choose where to go. If you haven't been yet, and are looking for an above average restaurant that would be good for a slightly upscale business meal, date or just a nice night out, it should be on your short list. I have a few businesses in the area that I like to frequent when visiting, and Cotton is likely to be on that list whenever I'm in the area for a few days. The outside of the restaurant is interesting. The large sign you see from downtown are actually on the back, where it abuts Commercial Street, while the entrance is actually on the parking lot side toward the river. It's rather unassuming as you walk up, but has a nice feel upon entering. The parking is also plentiful and easy to get, so you'll have less of a struggle than elsewhere in the city (Though I've never had much of a problem finding parking in Manchester). While I only tried a couple things, the food itself was all on point. The lamb steak meal was nicely plated, dead on the temp, and well seasoned. Good enough that I'd want it again, and have a mental battle over whether or not to branch out and try something new. The service from the bartender was also great. Attentive and kind, with a good cocktail in hand.
Great food and wonderful service beautiful atmosphere super classy! 5 Stars Jade was a wonderful server bright friendly and attentive, made some great recommendations.... Plates came out timed perfectly and entree's were piping hot ! Wedge salad was cold crisp loaded with blue cheese heirloom tomatoes crisp applewood bacon...huge The steak Delmonico was cooked to perfection and the sides were seasoned nicely creamy mashed potatoes ...perfect and lightly steamed fresh garden vegetables including summer squash carrots and zucchini YUMM My dining companion had the turkey snitzel served on a bed mashed potatoes and garden fresh green beans, raved about comfort food satisfying flavors ...really enjoyed! THE DESSERT AWESOME...warm .Pistachio brownie with white chocolate berry ice cream and whipped cream....To die for !
The food, service, and ambiance are on point every visit. We go with a party of 5-8 usually and we've never had any complaints.
The ambiance was dimly lit and romantic, nice setup with a long bar on one end and with a separation which had booths and tables on the other side. Extensive cocktail list, decent wine list, and perfectly sized dinner menu. A shorter list of offerings but all of high quality. My party and I all loved our meals, all so fresh and full of flavor.
Bri provided awesome friendly service! Nice strong cocktails. Food was on par compared to the other nice spot in town. Brined breast not bad, usually it's a faux pas for me on fried chicken but brining works and I can tell it's quiet juicy and good quality. Steak was cooked well too. Others were standard.