Every new year, our Board of Directors and community volunteers vote for the Top 12 restaurants and retail shops in Rochester. Most restaurants and shops are located within the general vicinity of the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center and the Rochester Public Library. So when you’re done checking out the art exhibits, consider supporting our local economy.
For additional restaurants, retail shops, personal services, and other things to do in Rochester, visit the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce at 18 South Main Street or www.rochesternh.org. The Chamber is an active, non-profit business membership organization comprised of businesses and professionals who are dedicated to fostering a favorable economic climate in which to live, work, and visit.
Restaurants & Drinks
Back Hill Beer Co.
73 Pickering Road, Rochester, NH 03839
Hip and Social Atmosphere, Small Craft Brewery, Snacks, Art Displays
Cinco’s Cantina
22 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Authentic Mexican Cuisine, Specialty Drinks, Fun Atmosphere
Lilac Club Casino
7 Milton Road, Rochester, NH 03867
200+ Gaming Machines, Table Games, Multi-table Poker Room, Lucky Oak Bar & Grill
MrSippy BBQ
184 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Southern-style BBQ, Scratch-made Sides, Catering, Outdoor Dining
Potter’s House Bakery & Café
10 Chestnut Hill Road, Rochester, NH 03867
Casual Atmosphere, Baked Goods, Treats, Coffee, Sandwiches
Revolution Taproom & Grill
61 North Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
High-end Gastropub, Lunch, Dinner, 30+ Local Beer on Draft, Specialty Drinks, Brick Oven Pizza, Award-winning 5-star Diamond Chef
The Scenic Lounge
10 North Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Creative Cocktails, Eclectic Bites, Downtown Nightlife, Open Late
Yo’s Thai Street Food
12 Union Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Authentic Thai Cuisine, Casual atmosphere, Quick, Diverse Menu Options
Shopping & Entertainment
Jetpack Comics & Games
37 North Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Comics, Toys, Cards, Games, Books
Skele-tone Records
50 North Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Vinyl, Cassettes, CD’s, Stereo Equipment, New Releases
Smitten Yarn Co.
86 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Yarn, Unique Gifts, Classes, Books and Patterns
Studley’s Flower Gardens
82 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Flowers, Houseplants, Garden Center, Landscaping, Unique Gifts
Honorable Mention
Narrowing down our Top 12 favorites is challenging, and there are many other fantastic options to consider. Our honorable mentions include Granite Steak & Grille/Smokey’s Tavern, The Governor’s Inn, La Corona Mexican Restaurant, Papaya Thai Restaurant, Rochester Opera House, Wild Willy’s Burgers, and Windjammers Seafood Restaurant.
