The Foundry in Manchester, NH is an inviting American restaurant that brings together the best parts of modern dining: thoughtful food, genuine hospitality, and a setting that feels both stylish and welcoming.
Housed in a trendy, industrial-chic space with river views, it offers a memorable backdrop for everything from a relaxed breakfast to a lively dinner out.
Guests come for the atmosphere, but they return for the full experience — creative martinis, craft beers, a strong wine list, and a menu built around farm-to-table ingredients, comforting favorites, healthy choices, and local specialties that reflect the character of the area.
What makes The Foundry especially appealing is how well it serves every kind of occasion. Whether you are meeting friends for brunch, enjoying a romantic evening, stopping in for solo dining, or gathering for a special meal, the restaurant is designed to make each visit feel easy and enjoyable.
Fast service, table service, and a warm fireplace add to the comfort, while live music and a polished bar scene give the space energy and personality. With outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services available, The Foundry makes it simple to enjoy its food and atmosphere in whatever way suits your plans best.
It is a place where breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert all feel like part of one seamless and satisfying experience.
The Foundry is also built with convenience and accessibility in mind. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms help ensure that more guests can dine with confidence and ease.
Amenities like Wi-Fi, a restroom, and a bar on site add to the comfort, while reservation options are especially helpful for popular brunch and dinner times, when a wait is common. Payments are straightforward too, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted.
Backed by a strong 4.5-star rating from 1,682 reviews, The Foundry has clearly earned the trust of its guests by delivering quality, consistency, and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Manchester.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Foundry
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Lemon-roasted fingerling potatoes | spinach dried cherry relish
Farro | mushrooms | asparagus | sweet peas duck confit blood orange sauce
Grilled hanger steak | buttered fries baby kale | demi glaze
Truffle crushed potatoes | asparagus cheese curd crust | red wine sauce
Mushroom-blue cheese bread pudding | baby carrots | seared greens demi glace
Local grits | baby beets spinach pickled onions
Bacon coriander carrots fingerling potatoes white wine herb broth
Potato pureé arugula | cipollini onions black truffle sauce crispy onions
Orzo smoked salmon sweet peas preserved lemon
Shrimp scallops lobster | mussels | andouille sausage | anson mills carolina gold rice
Coriander carrots peas truffle sauce | toma cheese
Lentils mushrooms sundried tomato pesto
Classic bloody mary featuring stolichnaya vodka
Classic recipe made with fiery st.george green chile vodka
Twist on the traditional; featuring hornito's reposado tequila
Peach puree, peach schnapps, fresh lemon juice & a splash of red wine topped with prosecco
Van gogh espresso vodka, perc coffee liqueur, marie brizard chocolat royal & coole swan superior irish cream liqueur
Fabrizia limoncello, raspberry puree, muddled mint, simple syrup & fresh lemon juice topped with prosecco
Canterbury, nh raw cow's milk cheese aged 4-6 months
Contoocook, nh cow's milk cheese aged 5-9 months
Canterbury, nh raw milk cheese aged 2-3 months
North hampton, nh pasteurized cow's milk aged 4 weeks (exclusive at the foundry)
Lebanon, nh pasteurized fresh goat cheese
Topsfield, ma aged goat cheese aged 6-8 months
Old chatham, ny sheep's milk blue cheese aged 4-6 months
Fort covington, ny cow's milk cheese aged 5-9 months
Brattleboro, vt aged cow's/sheeps milk cheese aged 4-6 month
Canterbury, nh cow's milk cheese aged 2-4 months
Canterbury, nh raw cow's milk aged 5-9 months
Piermont, nh cow's milk cheese aged 8-10 months
San danielle, italy dry cured pork shoulder aged 18 months
Northwood, nh fennel aged pork sausage aged 4-6 weeks
Waltham, ma aged 8-10 months
Waltham, ma dry cured pork loin aged 5-7 weeks
Newbury, nh maple cured and smoked
Northwood, nh dry-aged pork sausage aged 4-6 weeks
Hear from our valued guests
This restaurant was a little hard to find, and oddly enough, we weren't allowed to eat standing up in the bar area. I've never seen that restriction ever on the 1000s of times I've been out to lunch or dinner service over the years.
My husband and I decided to try The Foundry for his birthday, and I just have to say WOW! From walking in the doors and seeing screens looking in on the kitchen, to seeing the menus being cleaned between customers The Foundry really goes above and beyond to provide an outstanding dining atmosphere. Our server was incredibly kind and went above and beyond to make our night unforgettable. And the food! And the drinks! It was honestly some of the best food I’ve ever eaten. We can’t wait to go back!
My partner and I walked in with no reservation this evening and we were very pleasantly surprised to quickly get seated at a wonderful high top in the bar. There was live music near the bar area and the place was decorated beautifully. We ordered 2 cocktails from the menu, including a smoky maple bacon old fashioned and a black manhattan, both of which were incredible. We also tried the French onion soup, which I would HIGHLY recommend, and the honey roasted squash tart. Plus, service was excellent. Would definitely recommend this spot for a nice dinner/date night.
First visit; loved it. Got there when it opened and snagged a table by the window. Enjoyed a bottle of Lassegue Bordeaux. Several vegetarian and vegan options. Great service! Will definitely return.
Atmosphere is a 6. Food is a 6. Amazing flavors, extremely carefully prepared. Superb cleanliness (I mean who puts a camera in teh kitchen for the guests to see?).
FYI, you have to make a reservation .The ambient of the restaurant is very cozy. I and my family are celebrating my birthday. The drink and food are good and big portions for sharing. We ordered some appetizers and dessert to share. We got so full before ordering the main course. But we got dessert. Those are delicious, too
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Foundry, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The handmade cocktails were nothing short of spectacular. The Apple and Fig Margarita was a perfect blend of sweet and tart, while the Raspberry and Mint cocktail offered a refreshing, aromatic twist—both were crafted with precision and creativity.
My husband and I had a wonderful experience at The Foundry in Manchester tonight! The customer service was absolutely outstanding—attentive, kind, and truly above and beyond. I believe our servers name was Amanda. The food was delicious (the salmon cakes were incredible), but what really stood out was how well the staff cared for us throughout the entire meal. An exceptional dining experience all around. We can’t wait to return!
Absolutely fantastic experience. The food was phenomenal. The poutine was probably my favorite. As well as the brown butter ice cream. The steak and risotto were also fantastic. The waiter we had was incredibly friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Not sure what other people experience here for bad food or small.portions because that was not the case for us. All the staff were very hospitable and the food was excellent. We had a calamari appetizer then the burger and carbonara for our main entree with the cake special for dessert. Portion sizes were large and delicious. We will absolutely be bringing friends here the next time we are in town.
Common questions about The Foundry
The Foundry is located at 50 Commercial St, Manchester, NH 03101, United States, Manchester, NH 03101, United States.
You can reach The Foundry by calling +1 603-836-1925.
The Foundry has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1682 customer reviews.
The Foundry features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Foundry features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Foundry features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty.
The Foundry features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Foundry features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Foundry features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Foundry features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi.
The Foundry features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
The Foundry features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
The Foundry features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
The Foundry features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Foundry features the following children: High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Foundry features the following parking: Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
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