I had Jambalaya and she had a steak salad. The Jambalaya tasted like someone dumped a bottle of hot spices on some rice. It completely overpowered everything. Her salad was average, at best. There are a few better places within walking distance. read more

A kind of Brew pub bistro combination. We drank Flandersish sour ale which is an Ale but has reminders of Hard Cider a very unique taste we also had McGanns London ale a mildly hoppy IPA For food we tried BBQ meatloaf & mussels with french fries, both the Meatloaf & The Mussels were above average but with no wow factor. The service was very good & pleasant. The whole place really had a strong Brewery smell, to the point of unpleasantness. I can hardly believe I'm writing this!!! read more

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always an adventure when going to martha's! if it's not a bartender talking about how covid is propaganda and "let's go brandon" then it's a free show to tense exchanges between waitstaff! the last visit was definitely the most worth mentioning, though- our waiter (who was very kind and was trying his absolute best, by the way!) was having kind of a rough night with a couple of order hiccups and slower service than maybe a more experienced waiter would have. this didn't bother us BUT the comments/attitude made by fellow waitstaff regarding his service was 1000% uncalled for. everyone makes mistakes and they're never worth berating a coworker in front of customers. if you feel as though someone isn't ready to wait on a 5 top by themselves yet, have them shadow you or give proactive advice (name calling is not proactive advice.) ANYWAYS- with all that being said, the food is always great. i've gotten a good mix of steak tips, mac n cheese, and seasonal specials and they've all been genuinely yummy. not sure if we'll be returning (maybe if we wanna feel like we're on a "what would you do?" episode!) read more

Enjoyed this cute little spot. Decor was nice but looked unkept in some spots (paint chipping in the bathroom, etc). Very nice otherwise! Sat in a booth, but the bar was fairly large and seemed to have a good selection of liquors. Grabbed some chowder and apps with my parents, and had one of their self-brewed beers. The PC IPA was delicious and smooth with a really mellow hoppy flavor. Aroma was great. Nice blonde-caramel color, a slight haze. Not a very large head. Really great overall. Cup of chowder - absolutely wonderful. Tried my fair share of chowders up here in NE and I've realized that some don't make the cut. This one was fairly thick (but more liquidy than some I've had), huge chunks of potatoes and clams, and had amazing flavoring. Fresh thyme I think. Definitely would order again. Ordered calamari - really great crisp and not a ton of breeding. Came with a sweet chili sauce which I wasn't a huge fan of - but that's just personal preference. Nothing was wrong with it. I just prefer a marinara/garlic type of sauce with my calamari. Also got the sweet potato wedges with brown sugar and maple aioli which was yummy but I was pretty full by then. Service was great, attentive but not hovering over us or rushing us. Gave recommendations and answered questions we had about food and drinks. They've got a lot of options on their food and drink menu (beer and cocktails) and overall reasonable prices. Will definitely be back again for dinner this time, with a bigger appetite. read more

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We came after a long day of work wanting to unwind, and boy did we pcil a great place. The food was tasty, our server Caitlin was great, and the live music added to an already lively atmosphere. We will definitely be back! read more

this place is fucking awesome. Caitlin was my favorite server I've ever had, I had an amazing time and the atmosphere was amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

Warning to out of town guests....this establishment isn't welcoming to out of town people. Food was okay at best, if it wasn't cold and the service was slow and sloppy. Manager has no customer service skills and doesn't handle any kind of confrontation with any kind of professionalism. read more

Nothing special. The.menu offers a good variety, but there's nothing special about the food here. I also think it is a bit overpriced for what you get (at least for the entrees). I'd go back but probably only order a burger or panini. read more

Never having been to New Hampshire and visiting from Los Angeles, I was a little skeptical about spending New Year's here, but WOW. I could not be more impressed. The homebrew we sampled was delightful (I wish I could remember the names, but we got the spicier, hoppier ales... Winter something?). We intended to have a few drinks and get a table, but we were so comfortable and so taken by our amicable bartender gals that we ordered at the bar and got everything on the right side of the appetizer menu. Rare that a place delivers so well on food, drinks, service, price (our total was roughly $100, but we ordered pretty recklessly) and ambiance. Next time I'm in New England, I'll be back to Martha's. read more

First time visitor yesterday to their establishment. I ordered a prime rib dinner which was good. I Ordered broccoli and mashed potatoes for sides which were iced cold. So cold I had the manger come by and asked her to feel my food after I told her I will not be eating them regardless. She Agreed with me that it was cold. She did offer to replace them but I apologized for not wanting more because they were as cold as they came out the refrigerator and attempted to be microwaved. I am not one to want money off my bill but I do have a hard time spending $100 and leaving hungry. But I did expect to be compensated in some sort of way without having to ask. Eventually I speak with the manager before I payed my bill and now she insisted my sides were Luke warm when she originally agreed with me about how cold they were when she felt my food. She offered me 5 dollars off which was insulting. I payed my bill gave the waitress a good tip. But I am very upset with how this was handled and her response to my cold meal was not appreciated. Very disappointed. read more

I was very impressed by Marthas Exchange - we were there early on a Saturday evening for dinner. The beer list had some interesting options, I tried the Tripel Triple IPA, my dad had the His Nibs, and some sort of Smokey porter. The IPA was extremely flavorful, surprisingly sweet, smooth and more drinkable than bitter. My dad was pleased with the smoothness of his choices. We started off with the Sweet potato wedges, which were very good and plenty for 3 people. I was pleased to find the Pineapple curried vegetable stack, a delicious veggie entre - It was a pile of portobello mushrooms, squash, peppers & eggplant with mozz cheese over mixed greens and crunchy noodles with a side of rice topped with a delicious, sweet, pineapple curry sauce. The mix of flavors was amazing. The veggies were fresh and there was a lot of them - I made 2 meals out of this entree (and it was still delicious the next day). I would order this dish again. My mom ordered a salmon dish (Grilled Sesame Ginger Salmon??) and received a very good sized piece of salmon - the sauce was flavorful and creative. My dad ordered bayou chicken with pasta and there was a ton of food. Once again, very flavorful. We were all impressed and pleased with our experience. Service was fast and friendly. The waitress was helpful and very knowledgeable. read more

Martha's Exchange - Pineapple curried vegetable stack - New American Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

Heading back on Sunday from cemetery visits "Memorial day" . Where to go? Haven't been to Martha's in a few...didn't want Irish bar&grill tonight...try it! 1st issue is parking, used to park behind bldg but TDBank No Parking will tow??? So found public lot, short walk in the rAin. Ordered blackened salmon & beef tornados. Tasted great! Awesome proteins but sides??? No side veggie on salmon? Beef veggies were steamed market basket frozen mix???IMHO drinks: Moscow mule, please splash POM...We don't have pomegranate. served with 5 lime slices, brought it to bartender for a splash of cranberry to be able to drink it. Stout was awesome says hubby. Desserts worth it! Peanut butter cheesecake& lemon cake. Bought 5 items from Candy display.gr8 turtles. Restrooms ok. Weird faucets and glass bowl artwork for sink. So, interesting. Holiday weekend so give a break but $119 tab for 2 adults? No salad,soup,bread. No bar snacks like crackers cheese,thinking of "common man". read more

What a great find. Our first trip to downtown Nashua and found Martha's. Jordan our server was top notch, attentive and friendly. Beer was fantastic food was delicious. We sat outside it was a beautiful July night We will definitely go back. read more

An update. Ordered the Carribbean Jerk Chicken again and was not dissappointed. It is currently my favorite dish they serve. However, wanted to complain about the dessert that was supposed to be like Kentucky Derby Pie. That name is trademarked so the name is similar but not exactly that. I'm particular about my KY Derby Pies as I'm a KY native. It should be a pecan pie with chocolate chips with a splash of KY bourbon served warm with either ice cream or whipped cream. It was served cold (Egads)! and even when warmed up, it did not even pass for a decent pecan pie, much less the branded KY pie. Yech on all counts. Would not be ordering that again. Ok, I admit to having eaten all of it, regardless. But, talk about the waste of calories! Please order something else and Martha's, plez take that off your menu. read more

I dont know how to message the owner, but really, not looking for a free meal anyway. Stuff happens ..and we totally get that. And our food was really tasty! But we were completely ignored after pointing out that our burgers were NOT cooked to order, not even CLOSE. I wish I had our waitresses name, but I dont. She was REALLY cool up til the burger point, seriously, I was like hey! At least 20% for her - til then. If it helps, I wrote that review as we were sitting still at our table in the window. She called everyone "my friend " and I think had gauges in her ears. Short dark hair. read more

Went here w/ a group from work- and it seems like a good place for smaller groups so that is a plus. We really enjoyed checking out the beer menu- very extensive and the flight is definitely he way to go if you want to get a good try of all the brews. I ordered a Pumpkinwiesen- which was a little off, very little pumpkin, and rimmed w/ sugar and cinnamon- not sure I'd recommend that for any beer. The food was respectable- I'd recommend the sweet potato wedges, I'd order those again. I was in the mood for something different so I ordered the Chicken Parm. It wasn't probably authentic Italian, but it was what I wanted and pretty darn good- ate it all, but left most the pasta. Other than the food - the atmosphere is a little weird. They have the brewery area and a GIGANTIC bar. And light fixtures that are just weird. There is a section in front by all the windows (where we sat) which is neat for watching people (if there are any in downtown Nashua that night) and I imagine nice in the summer, but it was very cold when we were there. Then there is another section to the left when you come in that is more like a normal restaurant- instead of a bar. it just seems odd and disjointed. read more

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Potent drinks, I understand it's Covid but the food shouldn't look like it's been kept under a warmer .. requested med steak was well done. Butternut squash ravioli looked like it had been waiting under a warmer forever. I'm understanding but in reality I'm going to have eat at home. read more

Great vibe & food! Opted for bar seating on a Friday evening for dinner & was pleased with the beer selection, service & food. Went with the cubano, which was too large for me (but is that ever a problem??). Fresh, hot Fries and the side of homemade ranch were delicious too! BBQ tips were cooked according to medium request and were accompanied by mashed potatoes & vegetables. Loved the exposed brewery viewed from the bar/restaurant. read more

Martha's Exchange - New American Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

I used to come here in the eighty's. It was nice stopping in. The service was excellent! I got a coffee and clam chowder. The clam chowder was as good as the waitress said. The coffee was really good too. I didn't have to wait for anything. The waitress was polite and very attentive. I believe John Taffer would be impressed. Double thumbs up! read more

-update- Went back recently and they have a new menu. I'm on the fence about the new menu, but they wasabi steak I had was very tastey but really got my nose running (TONS of wasabi). Beer is still good. I also ran into the issue of having all the other tables moved away (to convert the area into a dance floor), which was pretty awkward. Then the lame loud music began. Not a great dance place in my opinion. Still, go for the food and drinks. -old review- Great place to check out. Love the atmosphere, and the food is some of the best in the area. Beer selection is pretty good, but if you've been to a place like boston beerworks it's not too impressive. Buffalo wings were very good, nachos were good as well. I've tried the burgers, the homemade meatloaf (yum), and the chimis...all good. I've only tried the dinner, but have sat near the bar. They also serve breakfast, and there is a candy shop which I recommend visiting instead of dessert on the menu. Oh, and try the beer sampler your first time there. read more

Martha's Exchange - New American Near Me - Nashua, New Hampshire

Gotta say I really enjoyed Martha's Exchange tonight. It was a Friday and I was in town for a convention, staying at the nearby Hampton Inn. Martha's was recommended by the desk people, Paul and Kelly, as a place where the food, atmosphere and staff were excellent. They were right! The hostess seated me immediately and in a booth no less, as even though the bar side was hopping there was lots of space in the enormous double dining room. It was early and I was assured there would be a wait by 8 PM. Martha's Exchange is located in a gorgeous antique storefront on a busy main thoroughfare through the middle of town. It has the look and feel as if it used to be the local country store a hundred years ago. And if I understood right... It was! If you can get a front window seat it is kind of a nice Norman Rockwell view to watch the people going silently by outside. I did not notice ANY street noise inside the restaurant. They also have dining al fresco available. While we're out here... Parking is mainly on street and a little scarce at 6PM but the parking meters are off by 5 and so are most of the people who work in the vicinity, so there is a good deal of turnover. It took me a few minutes to find a spot and I endured frustrated Hampshirites who like to honk at out of state license plates while I negotiated a parallel park while dodging locals on a mission to get outta Dodge at rush hour. Back inside... As soon as I was seated my waitress Becky was at my side in a flash with a smile to light up a room. She never lost that smile the whole time I was there. That's the kind of person you want in a customer facing position... no matter what the business is. She recommended the Fish and Chip (since it WAS Friday) and was happy to deal with my picky food issues (no this, add that) and weird drink order (you don't want to know.) and once again, I was amazed by speed, in this case how fast the food was in front of me. My fish was precisely crispy on the outside, white and flaky in side and not a hint of grease. The fries were also crisp to a near snap, but not burned or hard, with a hint of (Kosher?) salt. Portions... plenty of everything. Including onion rings, but I cannot comment because I do not eat them... Same for Coleslaw and Tartar Sauce (ten foot pole, please! ) As she flitted back and forth, Becky maintained the perfect waitstaff balance... ever available but never intrusive. Hearing that I was in town traveling Becky made a point to invite me back later in the evening for their music presentation and to recommend other places I might enjoy per my expressed interests. She also was a wealth of knowledge about the building and area Martha's is in. Lots of historic value there. Pricing My whole meal came to under 20 bucks. (plus generous tip, of course! ) Martha's Exchange will definitely be on my menu any time I am near Nashua, NH around dinner time or after. read more

Fried calamari and lobster Mac & cheese are to die for!!! The drinks are super tasty and very fast to sit. Sitting outside during the summer is a must! read more

Tried to order a lobster roll, didn't have it, tried to order prime rib, didn't have it, finally settled for "marinated" steak tips that had absolutely no flavor and were extremely rubbery. Definitely will not ever go back. read more

I have been here a couple of times with my family the Friday after thanksgiving and it is always good. This review is about their take out during quarantine. It was delicious. The chicken fingers and fries my boyfriend got were so yummy. I got their steak street tacos and a side of rice and wow were they amazing. You would think I went to a highly known Mexican restaurant on how great the tacos were. We will be going back for take out during this time! read more

We stopped here to meet a friend for lunch. They have a nice terrace. Our server was pleasant and attentive, and the beers were good, according to my friends. I had to do the driving, there was no non-alcoholic selection on the menu - and not many options when asked. What a pity, I bet they could put together an awesome lemonade! The food was well presented, but waaay too salty for me. I got about half way though it and had to stop. In the end... I'd come back for drinks but I'd go elsewhere for lunch. read more

So thankful to order from our favorite bar last night. So glad they decided to open during this crazy time. We were anxious to support the business and the people that work there. We always have date night here and what makes it special are the people there. They work very hard to know the customer and go out of their way to make it as enjoyable as possible. They're like family. (Yeah, we seem to have a lot of dates nights ). So, at our first chance we decided we'd order delivery and sit at the home bar and made it just like usual. Only thing missing were our favorite people to talk to. Somehow they knew our order and as usual went the extra mile knowing our preferences. I was surprised and smiled when a little hot sauce was included and when my wife saw the extra marinara we giggled at how cool these peeps are. Thanks guys! Can't wait to see you soon. read more

Pretty good beers lately, I've been coming here off and on for over 20 years. Food is average, when the kitchen feels like cooking. Service is hit or miss. Usually average occasionally absolutely non-existent. read more

The waitress named sami there is amazing she is the best at her job, most definitely deserves a raise.

The food is great and the in-house brewed beer is even better. Probably the best happy hour in Nashua. Bar tenders are top notch and very attentive. read more

The food was very good. The service was very good. The atmosphere was wonderful. Tried "House made" artichoke dip and "lamb lollipops" with mushed potatoes and a bit of Greek salad on a side. Packed leftovers to take home to enjoy tomorrow. I will be back! read more

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Been coming here for a while now with hubby & sometimes the parents. Love the atmosphere. Love to sit outside in the nice weather. Do not like the waiter at all. He kept forgetting things we ordered, then disappeared forever when we needed a refill on our drinks. He then told us he was also the DJ. Well now it made sense. Whoever thought to use him as a waiter is not too bright. Hopefully when we try it again the DJ will not be our waiter again. read more

First experience here! We went on a Friday night. Ambiance was nice and casual first part of the night! The hostess received us with a nice welcome, and there was no wait at all. We ordered espresso martini and pumpkin spice martini! Absolutely perfectly made drinks. For food we ordered the jambalaya and a gyro. Again, deliciously made food! Perfect spice level for jambalaya. My wife and I ended up staying longer than anticipated because we were so into the food and drinks! Later half of the night (around 10pm onwards) it turns into a club scene Friday nights. DJ was playing great songs. Place started getting more crowded and they cleared the space for a dance floor! All in all, a great surprise find! Great food, music, and drinks! Would recommend for a nice dinner, or for a night out in downtown Nashua! read more

Pros: great place to sit outside (summertime) and have one of their onsite brewed beers. They also offer a flight of beers so one can try all the different kinds Cons: food is of average quality and the wait staff is sooooo slow and miserable that they desperately need an espresso enema to jolt their decaying brains read more

3 reasons I won't be exchanging anything at Martha's: 1) The Beer. It's a brewery but the beer is not good. Flat, sour and watery. If I feel the need to order a cocktail in a brewery, you probably haven't done your job. 2) The Food. Take it or leave it. There's nothing horrible about the food, but there's nothing exciting going on here either. 3) The Scene. It's not uncommon to walk by Martha's on a Saturday night and see half-naked drunk girls practically falling out of the door, and men that are way too old for them (and probably married) attempting to dance with them. Makes my skin crawl. read more

I've been having lunch at Martha's for years. Always perfectly cooked burger. Friendly bar service. Chelsea is always upbeat and friendly with all of her guests... Would highly recommend Martha's for a cold beer and great service. read more

I've reviewed this place at least twice before and wound up in the bozo bin (they used to call them "filtered reviews" now they call them "not recommended reviews") so we'll see if the third time is the charm. Since I've lived in Nashua 10 years and have been coming here for 18 years I think I can review it. I come here for the beer. It's a little warm for my tastes and is frequently served in embarrassing looking glasses (anything that doesn't look like a pint glass like Andy Capp used to hold) but is usually very tasty and very reasonably priced. I once had a MAJOR issue with the service (I have poured my own beer here, from behind the bar, for want of a competent barmaid) but that was years ago. The service is MUCH better these days. The food is mediocre. Period. It's a brew pub with aspirations. It's a great place to people watch - the entire front wall is made of glass. You can sit outside in the summer in the afternoon shade. Watch the police go up and down Main street!! There is a great chocolate shop so that after you have had your fill of beer your sweetie (or kid) can have their fill of something more to THEIR taste. The most amusing thing to do is go for dinner on Saturday and wait around until it becomes a dance club. The music is something you'd hear in a Bangkok go-go: generic thump-thump. I pity the youth of Nashua - what, you can't drive to Boston? read more

The place is big, but the right side of the bar seems a bit rundown vs. the rest of the bar As a craft beer snob I must say the beer definitely surprised me when we went for dinner last Friday night. I liked just about 5/8 beers i tasted on the sampler. The Service behind the bar was Excellent!!! All the bartenders worked as a team asking my wife and if we needed anything else to eat/drink. We left a good tip as a result of the good service/beer...but not the food.. Here is where things went wrong... We ordered the Buffalo Chicken flat bread pizza and a Burger to share. The Buffalo chicken flat bread had peppers and onions that def didn't work with the buffalo chicken. I had hoped it would, but it was terrible. The burger was ehh.. ok. We have had much better from cooking at home, and it didn't sit well after we went home. We had come here 3 years ago and had the same thing happen to us...we loved the beer, the service, but the food was awful. wtf Next time we go its just for apps and lots more beer. Its the only BrewPub around so not many choices in Nashua. read more

Too classic to give it less than 5 stars. This is the quintessential Nashua bar. I've been going there since before I was 21 and although it's not perfect...it's perfect for Nashua. The bartenders are hot (mostly, ha), the owners are very cool and the drinks are stiff. If you're from Nashua, this is the one place EVERYONE either was or is a regular. read more

Visited from west coast lookibg forward to lobster mac and cheese. So I ordered it and asked for extra lobster. Came with 3 small pieces. See pic.... pretty sad. Not impressed. read more

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We picked this place thinking it was a nice afternoon to be outside. Well out umbrella knocked over our drinks because it was not secured. The service was terrible. Our server had 4 tables outside(where we were) and stopped by us every 20 min or so. I asked for 2 samples of beer and he responded by being shocked and questioning why I wanted to sample their beer. We ordered 3 drinks and a pizza, 2 drinks came out, then 20 min later our pizza and the 3rd drink! Very over priced for the quality/quantity. We ordered a BBQ chicken pizza. It had very little BBQ sauce. Loaded with cheese(which we did enjoy) comes with artichokes not really sure why they made that combo. I don't think we will be back there. read more