Visited for the first time with a party of five celebrating two birthdays, which meant expectations were festive, the vibes were high, and the drinks were prepared to flow. Finding the parking lot? Easy.Finding the actual bar & grill? A full-blown scavenger hunt. At night there are ZERO lights, dark signage, and my only landmark was, "Ah yes... follow the sacred Guinness imagery on the front doors like a slightly tipsy pilgrim seeking barley and salvation." During daylight I'm sure it's obvious, but at night (especially in rain or snow) you're basically navigating by faith, GPS betrayal, and hopeful vibes. Staff was attentive, relaxed, and perfectly matched the laid-back local bar & grill energy. The kind of place where regulars probably have "their chair". I didn't catch our waitress's name, but she fully understood the assignment -- group of friends, multiple drinks, laughter escalating in volume -- we felt welcomed, never rushed, and were allowed to spiral socially at our own pace. It was trivia night (we did not participate because our confidence exceeds our actual trivia knowledge), but surrounding tables were living their competitive lives. The menu is... honestly a conversation starter. It's giving jack-of-all-trades comfort food chaos. Where else are you seeing shepherd's pie egg rolls casually coexisting with liver and onions like they negotiated a diplomatic treaty at the United Nations of Comfort Food? Naturally, curiosity and poor impulse control won, and the table ordered the shepherd's pie egg rolls. Because -- science. Drinks: * Beer drinkers were happy -- solid selection, zero complaints. Glasses remained suspiciously empty which tells me everything I need to know.* I ordered a French Martini which immediately turned into the community sample martini. Consensus: enjoyed by others. Personally? Ce n'est pas mon préféré. Growth is knowing when a martini is not your soulmate. C'est la vie! Food: * A couple of us ordered the pot pie -- good temperature, solid comfort vibes, but the crust was thin and a little chewy instead of crispy, flaky and and emotionally supportive. Slight emotional letdown because crispy crust is possibly a love language. * I'm normally anti-fish taco, but a friend loved them. I tried a bite and will admit... flaky, fresh, and not oily at all. Respect where respect is due. Overall:Comfortable local hangout energy, friendly service, interesting menu, but the nighttime invisibility cloak on the building nearly had me questioning my GPS and my eyesight and whether I had accidentally entered a secret speakeasy that requires password authentication. Would go back -- now that I know I'm looking for Guinness signs like they're ancient runes safely guiding me toward carbs and cocktails! read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Pot pie - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

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I cant really complain about anything here except to say that it was dark. However, thats most bar type restaurants. The food was delicious and the service friendly. We were a party of five. Three of us had the Korean steak tips and the others were meatloaf and shepherds pie. I ordered my steak with the green beans (vegetable of the day) and a side of fries. The seasoning on the steak was really good and it was extremely tender. The green beans were fresh and slightly crisp. The fries were fries. They would have been amazing had they been fresh instead of frozen but they were not bad. The dinner was 30 dollars. A bit high but the steak was very memorable. Everyone really enjoyed their meals. They had quite a bit to choose from for dessert but noone could do it. Definitely a great date night place. read more

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Stopping for the night in Hooksett, NH on our long trek between Acadia and Blackwater Falls, we weren't expecting culinary greatness -- our humble hotel room did not exactly scream "gourmet vacation stop." But across the road sat Second Brook Bar & Grill, and oh, what a pleasant surprise! I started with an Old Fashioned that made me question whether I should just move in and ask for a corner booth with my name on it. Smooth, balanced, and downright therapeutic after hours on the road -- easily the highlight of the evening. We shared a trio of comfort-meets-tavern classics: * Shepherd Rolls (because shepherd's pie in portable roll form? Genius.) * Cobb Salad (crisp, hearty, and doing its best to make us feel balanced) * The Soup Crock of the Day -- potato-something delicious and soul-warming Food? Very good. Cocktail? Even better. Atmosphere? Casual, lively, "welcome weary travelers." Service? Friendly and relaxed -- exactly what we needed. Second Brook is the kind of place that turns "just a travel stop" into a cozy memory. If you find yourself in Hooksett, don't overthink it. Just walk across the road and have yourself a good meal and an even better drink. read more

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The Brussels sprout appetizer was great ! The Irish stew also. Went on a beautiful day so we could sit outside. Waiter very attentive. All in all , a very pleasant experience. read more

Wings were really special as was the service. I love it here. A fav with locals. If staff make the place, you have arrived. I'm also one of those who enjoy liver and onions and it is done well here. Just try it, like my mom said, it's good for you. Watch out for 'Ladies Night' especially if you ain't...it's easy to overdo. I'll see you there. read more

So ghost margarita was perfect and I'm pretty picky.. the garlic Parmesan chicken tenders were perfecttt - tender enough to eat with a knife and fork without risk of knocking something over haha!! Sauce was great and tenders were amazing. My bf was also super happy with the chips and his burgers. Waitress was happy and attentive! We even met the owner! We will absolutely be back, hopefully for trivia night! Also love that they have a savings club, i had already found it , but the fact they also mentioned it was nice! read more

We had a wonderful lunch today on our trip back to Massachusetts. Fast service, friendly people, and great food. If you order a martini, they bring the cutest little display with the glass on ice and the "extra" on the side -- basically 2 drinks in one! The food was fantastic, and we easily could've hung out much longer, but the road was calling. A special shout-out to Andrea, who was amazing and always had an eye on us. Highly recommend this as a stop on your road trip up and down I-93. Cheers! read more

Went around 3:30. Their lunch specials go until 4 so I was able to get a ribeye steak lunch. I forget exact price I think it was $24, but with the price of steak lately it was reasonable, came with one side. Ordered medium rare and came out perfect. There wasn't a ton of flavor, but that's how I like it...just salt and pepper. I like to taste the steak. Especially a ribeye. My girlfriend got the rueben and loved it. She is also big on fries and said they were some of the best she has had. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. As far as drinks...I'm a whiskey/beer drinker so I'm good pretty much anywhere. My girlfriend likes "fun" drinks and said their menu had a good amount of them. She got something on special for valentine's day and said it was delicious. I saw past reviews complain about it being dark. We went during the day so can't speak too much to that, but will say dining room is in the front so it was a little brighter. The bar is in the back and can see how it can get dark, but considering it's a bar..... read more

Edit: I just wanted to add that Jeanne (owner) replied very positively to my message. No hard feelings towards anyone involved. Hello, I really am not used to writing negative reviews, as I am a pretty easy to please person, but today was very frustrating. My friend and I came in for lunch. It had been a while since our last visit, and since this establishment always receive great reviews, I was really looking forward to it. We sat at the bar, and unfortunately, the service from the start was less than satisfactory. The bartender handed us menus and came back a few minutes later to take our drink orders. I gave her my drink order, and she went to make it without asking my friend what he wanted, which was very embarrassing and awkward. She then returned with my drink and took his order. A short while later, she took our appetizer order but left before we could give our lunch orders (which we were ready to give as well), and she seemed more focused on the regulars at the bar. When she brought our appetizer, she started to take our menus before realizing we hadn't ordered lunch yet. The rest of the service was okay after that, but overall, it still felt like we weren't really acknowledged. It came time for dessert, I tried ordering one of the dessert drinks (from the dessert menu) and she had no idea what I was asking for, which was embarrassing as well. I settled on an espresso martini, and, again, she started walking away without taking my friends order, but as she was still within an ear shot, he said he would take an espresso martini as well. Definitely poor service and it left me feeling embarrassed for my friend that he was seemingly being overlooked. On a positive note, Jeanne stopped by to chat with us toward the end, which was very nice and left a good impression. I wanted to share this feedback because I've always heard good things about this restaurant, but today's service didn't quite reflect that. I was very disappointed. read more

Expectations were LOW after randomly pulling off the I93, but this place definitely stepped up to deliver. From the outside, it looks more like an old insurance firm, but the inside was poppin with locals on a Saturday night. Service was fast, and the food was solid. My salad was pretty good, no major complaints, and my party said the burger and meatloaf were solid choices. Price was good too. This brook is definitely worth a dip if you're in the area. read more

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1st time here as we were in the area. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and fast service. Yummy burgers, and great drinks! Will be back when in the area Thx! read more

First visit, it won't be our last! Clean, cute, decent menu, excellent food and super friendly service. We loved the spicy meatball app and Parmesan truffle fries. Disappointed they ran out of the spanakopita egg roll special Tuesday trivia was a blast, thanks Brett and Kristen! read more

The service is ALWAYS great . I love that the owner engages with her customers , really shows that she cares about the experience people have there . read more

Food is always hot and good. They add food on the specials. All food feels like home cooked meals. Large portions. Service always with a smile. We sometimes drive 20-30 min to just come here. 6th visit. Awesome bar and with several TVs. Love the ambiance. Outside curb appeal doesn't give this place any justice Every bartender we have had has been awesome. Lisa was great. read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Best fries near me - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

A local bar. Large parking lot. Restaurant in the front and large round bar at the back. Bar was packed early in the evening with regularly. The staff is friendly. Can in for the pot pie and it was great. read more

Service 5/5 Friendly owner, the food order came out hot and quickly. The waitress was also friendly and very efficient but she should loose that obvious, harried manner, like she is rushing from one table to another working so hard for her tip. It was off putting. Food 3.5-4 The steak bomb was good, French fries were very good. The fish sandwich on the Brioche roll was good but too small even for the bun. For $13 it should come with more that potato chips. How about a small portion cup of coleslaw and a dill pickle? Ambiance 5/5 Nice space, seating was appropriately spread out and attractive. We will be back to try other dishes. Thank you! read more

This is our "go-to" neighborhood restaurant...our home away from home. The staff is terrific, the bartenders are fabulous and creative, and the food is always satisfying...always end up taking much of it home. The owners are engaging and welcoming. In summary, we love the place!!! read more

Busy this Friday night. But servers still rocked it. Never have had a bad meal here. Love this place

My family and I went out to breakfast to the Second Brook Bar and Grill, and we cannot say enough positive about the quality of food and service. Ordered the Monte Cristo and it was fresh, delicious and perfectly cooked. Our server was so attentive and even the owner came by to make sure we all set. Highly recommend. read more

Love this place! Food is great, staff is friendly, drinks are cold and the owner is the best

I was driving through NH on my way back to Boston and I saw this gem show up on my map. Located in a nondescript building this place had the best Haddock I've ever had in my life. The inside is half restaurant half sports bar. There was a thick coating of perfectly toasted bread crumbs on it. It came out sizzling from the white wine butter sauce it's baked in. Probably the best version of this dish I've ever had. I went double starch for my sides with sweet potato fries and garlic mashed potatoes, both were on point. read more

Weird location. Good food and friendly staff though. Typical bar/tavern fare. Good enough.

Food was excellent, service was impeccable, and place had a nice, comfortable ambiance. Ordered the haddock fillet sandwich with onion rings as an extra. Tasted fresh and portion was substantial for the price. Also had a side Caesar salad which didn't disappoint. My wife and I were glad we found this place. A++. read more

Thank you very much for getting back to me. I hope you still make those great steak cheese Grinders. They're the best around , really

Everything about this place is awesome The food is awesome The service is awesome Just awesome read more

If you've never been, you need to go. Everything about this place is amazing. From the minute you walk in, the staff is so attentive. If you want to sit at the bar and it's full, they seat you off to the side at the wine barrels or on one of the couches. They make sure no or skips the line for the bar. The bartenders come out and take your order for drinks and serve you while you wait. The food is absolutely delicious. The sheppards pie egg rolls are unlike anything you've eaten. Watch for their specials daily. Yesterday we had the meatball Flatbread and the Asian chicken dumplings. SO GOOD! Joelle and Stephanie make you feel right at home and you'll never see a bar owner and managers like these ones. I promise you, this place will not disappoint. read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Meatball flatbread - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

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Very unassuming from the outside, but on the inside you will find awesome food and great staff. Not to mention the prices are extremely reasonable! read more

Overpriced. Food wasn't that good. I've definitely had better. Would not recommend going here, but that's just me.

The kindest and most hospitable staff. Menu is vast- something to try for every food-mood you might have, including a handful of dessert options (fat kids rejoice!) Couches (2) in the bar, handsome wood accents, clean (single stall) large restrooms. A welcomed addition to local food and drink scene fo' sho. read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Fresh crispy Cesar with steak tips - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

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I had 'dangerously' high expectations...heard really good things about Second Brook. And ... WOW ! Delicious food, fantastic service (Lauren), prices and atmosphere!! Best onion rings ever. Menu offerings are wonderful. Truly exceeded my high expectations!!! Learn the story behind the name and get a laugh while recalling your own high school escapades! read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Delicious hot sauces courtesy of our server Lauren! - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

Me and my girlfriend found this place completely randomly and it was easily the best restaurant I've been to in this area in a long time. Andrea was an amazing server and my dish was the best pulled pork dish I've ever had in New Hampshire. Very fair pricing and awesome service. Highly recommend. read more

Second Brook Bar And Grill - Burgers Near Me - Hooksett, New Hampshire

Good food and generous portions Every meal I have had there I would recommend Only downside was I did have to wait a bit to get some service, bartender was also on the floor. Would go again. read more

Stopped in here while in the area. Wasn't a planned stop. Will absolutely make my way back here. Friendly staff. Excellent food. Great portions and absolutely delicious. We got the French Dip (special) black and blue burger and the Buffalo chicken sandwich. All were fantastic. If I was going to be a bit picky the black and blue burger (what I ate) was a little light on the blackening seasoning but I like a heavy blackening seasoning. A+ highly recommend. Will absolutely be back. read more

This is the second time we visited Second Brook Bar and Grille. The first time, we went for Easter dinner with my daughter. She discovered this eatery and suggested we come here when we were looking for places to eat. It is in a strip mall on Rt 3 in Hooksett. If you didn't know it was there you would probably drive by it. There were 5 adults and 1 child who did a lot of running around....We ordered drinks and potato skins, shrimp cocktail and French onion soup. The potato skins were wedges of baked potato nice and crispy and served with sour cream, fresh bacon (not that jarred stuff) and scallions. The shrimp cocktail was very cold and tasty. The French onion soup was served in a crock and had bubbly cheese on top. All very good. For dinners three of our party chose the filet which was cooked perfectly, and my daughter's comment was "it was the best tasting filet she has ever had".  Some got the rice which looked delicious with peas and carrots in it or the scalloped potatoes which was a special of the day. All came with fresh carrots. I got the baked ham which was a special that tasted so delicious and smoky.  It came with a delicious pineapple sauce (just like I would make) with chunks of pineapple. I ordered the scalloped potatoes and carrots. My special came with a salad as well. I got the ranch dressing as I usually do but this ranch tasted so much more delicious than the usual stuff. Very good. My salad had mesclun lettuce which some at my table do not prefer, but I like it just fine. Hubby had the baked haddock which he said was very fresh and delicious. It had a crumb topping and he got the scalloped potatoes as well as the carrots. A few of us had a hot brownie sundae and the fresh homemade blueberry pie for dessert. All were delicious and homemade. Our second visit was recently. It was just hubby and I. We sat at a cozy booth. I ordered a Cosmo which came with the extra that didn't fit in the glass in a tiny vase which was in a glass of ice. Finally, someone gives you enough beverage to last longer than appetizers! We opted for the potato skins for an appetizer. As usual they had a crispy exterior, soft and fully cooked interior with fresh bacon crumbled on top and scallions. Delicious. Being the Chicken Piccata freak that I am, I ordered the Chicken Piccata. I would much prefer Piccata with roasted potatoes or veg instead of pasta but ordered the Penne with red sauce on the side. I don't like when the pasta soaks up all the Piccata sauce. The chicken came out in a small casserole dish and was already cut. It appeared to be chicken they had prepared earlier for various dishes with a Piccata sauce that appeared to be more chicken broth or wine than the velvety and buttery lemon sauce but was tasty none the less. I did not care for the chicken though, I would have preferred and freshly made chicken cutlet. There was a lot of chicken though I will say that. Hubby loved the sauce the Penne came with though and commented he was going to get the Spaghetti and Meatballs next time. Hubby got the Haddock. He said it was fresh and delicious. He got mashed potatoes tat appeared to be mixed with instant. The veg were delicious green beans and golden beets. The beets were unbelievably delicious. The fish came stacked on the potatoes which he wasn't crazy about, but it was delicious. When I go to a restaurant, I always look for small touches like Alfredo sauces and dressings that say they are made fresh. This restaurant has shown that they go the extra mile to make sure their offerings are as freshly made as possible........I would definitely recommend this Restaurant! Our server Misty was very attentive and very pleasant. read more

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Hear ye, hear ye, hear ye. The long wait is over Hooksett folks. I have lived in this city a number of years. We have always travelled to the Backroom for that go to food spot you can always count on. Well we are in luck. This place is hands down a FANTASTIC PLACE TO EAT! It is spotless clean, the staff is top notch and attentive, it has huge TVs which we all love, however the food - THE FOOD IS PHENOMENAL!!! My baked stuffed shrimp was to die for. My daughter's steak was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The portions quite generous. Thank you thank you thank you for putting Hooksett on the map for a great dining experience!!!!!!!! Well worth every penny. We even splurged on a to go order as it was so delicious!!! Do yourself a favor folks. GO! Located at the old Bull Run/Gerber Dental strip. read more

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Me and my wife like to bring other couples here when we go out. Hidden gem! The food is excellent and they have a really good bar with very good selections. Staff has always been super friendly and I am glad to see this business is killing it. The staff is always super friendly and welcoming. Never had a bad experience here. Making me super hungry talking about it. Off to lunch we go. Thank you read more

My fiancé and I decided to come here from MA , since we are we were looking for some really good French onion soup. It was FANTASTIC. Perfect amount of cheese and the broth was so flavorful.We told our server Meghan , mind you she was great as well. We didn't have to wait long to be greeted which was a plus. She was attentive and very nice. My fiancé also ordered the Ruben. He loved it! We will be back and will be sure to tell others about this place! read more

This place is great! Stopped here after a movie on a Saturday evening and we were greeted warmly and seated in a comfortable corner booth. The classic burger was delicious - had it with a fried egg and grilled onions and it came to less than $15 for a good size burger. The spinach salad is huge, more than enough for two people to share. Cristy L was the best server, checking on us several times throughout. All in all a nice comfortable dining experience. read more

My family and I really like this local place. It's a nice atmosphere to eat at and the food is delicious. I loved their eggplant appetizer but they have sadly taken it off the menu :(. Their fries and homemade chips are really good. My family LOVES their Caesar salad cause of the homemade dressing- so good. I got their burger for the first time which was good but with only tomato and lettuce on it, it needed more. I had to add Mayo myself at home which made it much better. Overall super great place to eat. Wish the eggplant appetizer was still available though read more

Good local restaurant. Party of 5 for dinner. It was obvious Friday m the first appetizer to our meals everything was made from scratch. Kids loved the Buffalo Chicken Balls and Shepard's Pie Egg rolls. Thai chili wings were large and juicy. 2 of the 5 took home leftovers as the portions were good sized. Chicken sandwich to Shepard's pie were all very good. Service was great with consistent check ins to no glass left empty. read more