The best bars & nightlife in Concord

8 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Shaskeen Pub and Restaurant keeps Manchester buzzing with live music, lively events, a solid pub menu and pints that hit the spot. When…

909 Elm St (Manchester)

The Shaskeen Pub and Restaurant keeps Manchester buzzing with live music, lively events, a solid pub menu and pints that hit the spot. When Concord feels a little too quiet, this is your easy excuse to rally the crew this week and remember weeknights can still be fun.

From the Manchester newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Cheerful tavern featuring elevated American pub grub & locally brewed beers on tap.

1292 Hooksett Rd (Hooksett) · ✓ checked Aug 4

Cheerful tavern featuring elevated American pub grub & locally brewed beers on tap.

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Rare whiskey, innovative cocktails & light bites served in a stylish speakeasy accessed by password.

815 Elm St (Manchester)

Rare whiskey, innovative cocktails & light bites served in a stylish speakeasy accessed by password.

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Relaxed spot with rustic décor, offering wine flights and tastings, plus brunch.

528 Meadow Pond Rd (Gilmanton)

Relaxed spot with rustic décor, offering wine flights and tastings, plus brunch.

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Welcoming tavern serving comfort food & beer in a cozy brick backdrop with a patio & sports on TV.

17 Depot St STE 1

Welcoming tavern serving comfort food & beer in a cozy brick backdrop with a patio & sports on TV.

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Rollicking, offbeat watering hole with a huge craft-beer selection, hearty pub eats & live music.

88 Market St (Manchester)

Rollicking, offbeat watering hole with a huge craft-beer selection, hearty pub eats & live music.

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The Forum Pub

Nightlife

Burgers, wings, and other comfort food round out the menu at this casual tavern featuring trivia nights.

15 Village St

Burgers, wings, and other comfort food round out the menu at this casual tavern featuring trivia nights.

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BNH Stage

Nightlife

Cozy theater and bar for live music acts and screenings in a former cinema.

16 S Main St

Cozy theater and bar for live music acts and screenings in a former cinema.

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