Cotton

Name: Cotton
Address: 75 Arms Street, Manchester, NH, United States, 03101
Telephone: (603) 622-5488
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

4281 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Cotton features the cooking of award-winning chef/author/owner Jeffrey Paige. Located in Manchester's Historic Millyard District, Cotton is known for exceptional farm to table comfort food, friendly yet professional service, and an inviting, casual upscale atmosphere. It's the place the New York Times calls hip, named one of the best neighborhood restaurants in the Northeast by Bon Appetit Magazine and holds the distinct honor of Best Martinis in New Hampshire year after year by NH Magazine and The Union Leader.

RESERVATIONS:
Patio dining is available April through October. To request a patio table please note this when you make your reservation. Weather permitting, we will call early afternoon the day of your reservation to confirm if patio seating is available. We cannot guarantee specific seating at this time but we always do our best.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(603) 622-5488
Website
http://www.cottonfood.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jeffrey Paige

Location
75 Arms Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Neighborhood
Manchester
Cross street
Stark Street
Parking details
Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant with Public metered lot across from restaurant.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Retro Meatloaf with "All You Can Eat Mashed Potatoes"$17.95
All-natural beef and pork meatloaf, wild mushroom port wine sauce, mashed potatoes with buttered fresh broccoli
Cotton's Bistro Steak$24.95
Brandt all-natural 9 ounce flat iron steak with choice of one; red wine demi-glace, bacon bleu cheese butter, port wine mushroom sauce, lemon herb butter, or horseradish crème. Served with our mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetable
Grilled Chicken$18.95
Grilled twin 6 oz. all-natural chicken breasts with choice of one; red wine demi-glace, bacon bleu cheese butter, port wine mushroom sauce, lemon herb butter, or horseradish crème. Served with our mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetable
Almond-Crusted Turkey Schnitzel$18.95
With cheddar cheese gratinee, bourbon applesauce, mashed potatoes and buttered green beans
Butternut Squash Ravioli$18.95
Dried cranberries, toasted hazelnuts and fresh sage in a brown butter sauce
Grilled Native All-Natural Jumbo Sea Scallops$24.95
Applewood smoked bacon sweet potato corn hash and spicy honey chipotle aioli
Buttermilk Herb Fried Chicken$18.95
Crispy fried buttermilk brined all natural chicken breast, traditional herbed cream gravy, mashed potatoes with buttered fresh broccoli
Grilled Delmonico Steak$38.95
This 14 ounce Brandt all-natural boneless steak, cut from the rib, has a generous portion of marbling in and around it, giving it its truly deep, beefy flavor. Served with choice of one; red wine demi-glace, bacon bleu cheese butter, port wine mushroom sauce, lemon herb butter, or horseradish crème. Served with our mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetable
New England Lobster Scallop Ravioli$23.95
Local lobster and sea scallop ravioli simmered in our Parma Rosa sauce
Creole Jambalaya$19.95
A Louisiana Creole rice dish with fresh vegetables, spicy andouille sausage, spicy tasso ham, chicken and shrimp topped with a spicy Creole tomato sauce
Grilled Atlantic Salmon$24.95
Grilled fillet of fresh salmon with lemon herb butter over saute of fresh garlic, fresh sweet corn, heirloom baby tomatoes, potato gnocchi and fresh sweet basil
Grilled Lamb Steak$24.95
All-natural American lamb steak, almond mint pesto, red wine demi-glace and pan-roasted potatoes with caramelized onions and artichokes

What 4,281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Hampshire
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Good for special occasions
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Contemporary American
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Good for special occasions
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4,281 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cotton is a must try dining experience! Always excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another wonderful meal at Cotton! Highly recommend this culinary experience.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cotton never disappoints. Martinis perfectly shaken and the meatloaf is always delicious
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SueD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The best thing to do at Cotton is get Angel for your waiter. He's the perfect waiter. The food was delicious and Angel was happy to offer his assessment on the options. It is the ideal location for a special occasion. The drinks were good and the food delicious with different options for beef, chicken and fish.
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ShannonW
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food- salmon with gnocchi will forever be my fav meal there, their sourdough bread tastes homemade, best I’ve had in awhile- and both of us got the spiced pear martini, perfect refreshing fall drink. Prob one of the best dining experience I’ve had in a while.
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Zegara
Greater Boston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A hidden gem. Consistently top notch food and service. Just a great vibe.
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JimJ
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
5-star in every way except parking, which can be a PITA.
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GabreW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We go every year for our anniversary. It's a great restaurant with great staff and great food. We would go more if we lived closer. I cannot find one negative thing to say about this restaurant.
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PegD
Greater Boston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We both had different chicken dishes and both were very good. Service was excellent. I would return next time I am in the area.
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ErichW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Cotton to celebrate our 30th Anniversary and we were treated so special by all of the staff we encountered. It was a beautiful evening and everything from the cocktails, to the complimentary toast, and the rest of the meal was just outstanding. A very memorable evening. We had been to Cotton many years before and it was everything we had hoped it would be for our special evening. Thank you!
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KDinNH
Greater Boston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing place. We sat in a booth in the bar area which was great, but was a little louder as one would expect. Food is wonderful and the staff is super—attentive.
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BrianB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was excellent. Menu could have used a few more items - it was a limited selection.
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Doug
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food here was VERY good. The atmosphere was good. Service was very professional. Overall very good restaurant. One of the few places I have been lately and did not feel it was overpriced.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
62 reviews
vip
3.0
62 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
We hadn't been back to Cotton since Covid and decided to give it a try. Our server was apparently new. He tried hard and did a good job but showed a lack of experience. For someone in his position he did fine but needs some time and patience. The food was good, not a fancy menu, more home cooking type but some of it 'different' such as turkey schnitzel; I guess everyone want to make their mark but pork and veal schnitzel have been around a long time, ok, that may be their point, but.... The best part was the house salad with a buttermilk herb dressing, it was excellent. Dessert was a lemon cake, it was lovely (we found it's one we've had several places and it is great). The wine list surprised us. We would call it basic. The prices were normal, but there was nothing that stood out. We love French and Italian and their 'Crisp bright white were all NZ, the full bodied whites were all CA, the only French or Italian was one Rose. For reds they had one Italian (which we tried) One Argentinean and the rest CA. CA has some good wines but a mix is nice and it's hard to compare US wines to vineyards that have been around longer than our country. Most were under $50 (so their cost probably under $25). Again, everything was good, but liking a 'nice' bottle of wine with our dinner, we'll check their menu and list before we head back. Thanks,
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JayD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Other than the calamari being a little chewy, the food was fantastic. The waitress that waited on us was incredible and definitely deserves a raise. I will be back.
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GailT
Nashville
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always! Delicious food, server was pleasant and attentive. One of our favorite places.
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LillyB
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the atmosphere of cotton they literally have the best chicken. Perfect date night.
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JojoD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cotton was a wonderful dining experience from beginning to end. The owner, the chef, the server, the ambiance, and THE FOOD exceeded our expectations! We will return again, and bring friends with us to enjoy the experience. Thank you so much! Jojo and Peter Drinkwater Rye, NH
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Saba
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was great! From the hostess to the server. Everyone was smiling and extremely friendly! The food was great as well!
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Frank
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent! Had early reservations. Sat in the bar at a booth. Very comfortable for two. Ordered clam cakes as appetizer and they were delicious. Finished off with the gland steak with mashed and veggie. Everything was outstanding.
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Xtina
Greater Boston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have eaten at this restaurant many times, and the quality and service is always impeccable. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone for any occasion.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great dinner, and Josh was our server, and he also was great. It was a little too warm in the restaurant, but all and all, it was excellent
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Alexandra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed everything provided. My Bistro Steak was perfectly medium, as good as steak house. My husband rated his Creole Jambalaya better than similar items he had in Spain. And the yummy popcorn shrimp. The waiter was very polite and attentive. We even received a phone call related to the request with our reservation. We will definitely return.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic as usual, service and food was also fantastic!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love this restaurant. The food is so fresh and so reasonably priced the weight staff is impeccable. I love the fact that they are so attentive and personable. The chef in the restaurant deserves a raise oui chef! Thank you for a fabulous dining experience
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SusanM
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dishes, appetizers and desserts. Every meal we’ve had here has always been incredible. Staff is great; friendly, and service is excellent. Love this restaurant and it ambiance!
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1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5

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BrendaL
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been to Cotton numerous times because of the excellent food, service, and consistency. We tell everyone to at least try it for yourself and we know that you'll want to keep going back! We've tried the lamb, fried chicken, steaks, lobster ravioli, desserts, appetizers, and crafted cocktails. Enjoy!
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Cynthia
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Pretty good place to go for food reasonably priced. Nice ambience.
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BobH1350
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Friendly service, great food, reasonably priced, one of our favorite go to restaurants!
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DLane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is such a consistently great venue to dine. We’ve been many times and they never disappoint I messed up the reservation and called several hours before arrival and Brian was very willing and able to help me fix it. Our party enjoyed steak, scallops, ravioli and chicken-zero complaints! We also split a few desserts between five of us and those were delicious too -save room :)
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CarolL
Caribbean
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Cotton. The Great appetizers and entrees. The service is always great!
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Chrispy
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have only had good things to say about this restaurant. It is one of our favorites in the Manchester area.
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CarrieP
Greater Boston
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Always great service! Food was excellent and drinks were delicious. Very good portions. My favorite pistachio gelato dessert did not disappoint!
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JessicaG
West Palm Beach
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Chef! Everything was absolutely divine. If you’re a foodie I or Farm to table nut, you’ll love it.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
I've gone to Cotton for my wedding anniversary every year for the past 16 years. It's been amazing every time. The grilled Delmonico steak is hands down the best steak in the city . I've tried em all and that's the one.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cotton has become a regular visit for us. So many good choices and always just right, with great service.
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LeonardS
Greater Boston
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a very enjoyable experience. The food, the staff, the atmosphere, top-notch.
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Dan081614
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience3
Even though we had a reservation, we were seated in the corner table in the bar even though we past several empty tables in the restaurant. Service after ordering was very slow but the food was superb and our waitress, Claire, was great as was all of the staff that we interacted with.
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VanceP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
For a table of 4, all of the meals were great along with the service.
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FAQs

Cotton is rated 4.9 stars by 4281 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

75 Arms Street, Manchester, NH 03101

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Stark Street
Neighborhood
Manchester
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant with Public metered lot across from restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jeffrey Paige
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cottonfood.com/
Phone number
(603) 622-5488

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Cotton

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Grilled Lamb Steak

Cotton's Bistro Steak

Grilled Delmonico Steak

Menu

Entrees

Retro Meatloaf with "All You Can Eat Mashed Potatoes"$17.95

Cotton's Bistro Steak$24.95

Grilled Chicken$18.95

Almond-Crusted Turkey Schnitzel$18.95

Butternut Squash Ravioli$18.95

Grilled Native All-Natural Jumbo Sea Scallops$24.95

Buttermilk Herb Fried Chicken$18.95

Grilled Delmonico Steak$38.95

New England Lobster Scallop Ravioli$23.95

Creole Jambalaya$19.95

Grilled Atlantic Salmon$24.95

Grilled Lamb Steak$24.95

What 4,281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

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