Bantam Grill in Peterborough

Ive never had a bad meal at Bantam! Its consistently fantastic every time! Love this restaurant and I appreciate the gluten free menu. Dietary restrictions: Great with gluten free. Be sure to tell your server if its an allergy or Celiac though.

It was a restaurant where everything we ate was delicious.

Weve been to Bantam Grill a number of times. Last time was about a year & a half ago.l had the Caesar salad. It was good,but could use a bit more dressing. Richard had the Haddock app. It was good but we remember it was more chunks than filets. It still was good though. Sharon had the Onion soup which was excellent. I had the Short rib,it was a bit fatty, but still very good. The creamy potatoes & root veggies are great. Richard had the Chicken, which is a dish Bantam is noted for. This was a bit of a lot down. The potatoes & root veggies are excellent. You used to get a half Chicken. Now its just grilled Chicken breast. This used to be a dish we loved. Not any more. Prices are very reasonable, but Im willing to pay for better quality.

This is the third time I have been to Bantam Grill and each time was better than the last. Amazing eclectic food, warm atmosphere , great beverage list and crowded for a Sunday night in the summer! My out of town guest from California was impressed. This is my go to place for great, fun dining in Peterborough. Thanks for the great food and service!

Excellent food and service!

Me and my girlfriend have been eating here almost every Sunday evening for the past few years because we simply love the food, environment and Becca.

Bacon burger was great, the fra Diablo was a little too Diablo for my wife who likes spicy food

I ordered the bantam burger and it was gone before I could even think to grab my phone. Paired with a Woodford rye old fashioned and the company of friends, I dont think any of us managed to get a food pic we were so enthralled with the smells coming from our plates we had to just dig in! I cant wait to go back, theres easily a handful more options on the menu I need to try. My boyfriend had the other burger (I forgetthe name but it had pineapple, which hes not a fan of, but paired with soprasata he loved it!). Our friend had the same pineapple burger (no pineapple.. no sense of adventure!) And the raviolis which smelled fantastic!

Great atmosphere! Great food! Sat at the bar, with the regular customers. Nice conversations, excellent night out.

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner with my daughter and an old friend. The ribeye was perfect. My daughter loved her shrimp dish. Dessert was wonderful. Jenn our server was fabulous. As a staff member at another Peterborough restaurant, I was so happy to see Bantam busy and successful and continuing to be a source of pride for the Monadnock area. Way to go!

A small gem that has great service and food. If youre in the area dont be afraid to go eat in the mini mall.

Great spot. Definitely a little pricey. They have a different take in their menu items which is always refreshing.

Food was good. Service was excellent. Prices were moderate. The restaurant was pretty full, so it was a little noisy. We enjoyed our meal and would come back again for a nice casual dinner Parking: No issues with parking here

Our favorite place when we visit and the only place I want to eat!!

Had been meaning to try Bantam for a long time and finally got around to it. The atmosphere was great and our server did an amazing job, but I wasnt as impressed by the food as I thought I would be. I only ordered the burger due to the incredibly high prices. It felt more like Boston prices than Southwest NH prices even taking inflation into consideration. The food overall wasnt horrible, the 3 other people with me enjoyed their meals, as did I, but the handcut fries were closer to potato chips they were so over cooked. Overall if youre looking for that extra fancy, high-priced night out than Bantam will fit that bill.

Gourmet food served well. Friendly service, but pricey for a regular go to.

Great food, great service! Would recommend!

The ambience of the place is pretty cozy and the staff seemed to work cohesively together to provide prompt service, but when asking for suggestions, the waitress seemed more or less apathetic to provide any and like she wanted us to hurry up and decide. The taste of the food was pretty bland and meh for the pricing, but edible. The calamari was seasoned, but didn t have much flavor as marinara sauce felt like the highlighted item of the appetizer when it should just add an enhancement. The brown sugar ribs were tender, but the sauce wasn t very bold or sweet. It tasted basic and store bought. The side with the dish were the potatoes wedges, which were pretty good, but the sauce brought along with them was very bland and could have used some salt, and overall negatively affected the flavor profile they were going for but felt like I would have been scolded if I asked for ketchup. My husband had the smoky chicken and bacon carbonara which he said was pretty good, but it was supposed to have cavatelli noodles, but instead had some pasta we had never seen before in our life. The dish certainly did not come out as described, which was only a small disappointment. While the head chef has great intentions for his menu, I feel the kitchen staff may need some retraining on how to prepare the food according to the planned menu. If I wanted to go back out for Italian food, I ll probably skip this place and head to the Olive Garden where they treat you like family.

We love going to Bantam. Morgan is an outstanding bartender and is super knowledgeable. The food is never disappointing! Always excellent! It is fine/upscale dining in a relaxed comfortable setting. The servers are super friendly and know their menu. Make reservations and request a high top near the bar!

Just had the most amazing Eggplant Parmigiana tonight! The appetizer special of shrimp and pork bellies was delicious and of course the Molten Chocolate Lava cake just finished it all off! So yummy! Best place to eat by far!

We unfortunately experienced burnt scallops. The owner/chef informed us after sending them back twice that, that is just how they are served because we use cast iron. My husband cooks scallops on cast iron and they do not come out burnt like this. This was old burnt butter in a pan flavor. When asked to speak to the chef he refused. Our server was lovely and very apologetic for the rude chef. We will not be back.

First off, service was really good, However, we ordered the seared scallop dish (not sure of the exact terminology) and the scallops were burnt. We sent the scallops back and they gave us another batch, which was also burnt. I sent them back again and the owner/ cook told our server there was nothing he could do and that they are cooked on cast iron, which is why they are how they are. I personally cook on cast iron and my scallops never turn out burnt. The owner/cook said he would not come speak to us and there is no possible way to compensate us for a sub par scallop performance. We paid $148 and will not ever be coming here again

We had a group of 8 (last two had to be added on to our party at the last minute and they accommodated us). It was a bit noisy for a group. However, the server and food were excellent.

Bantam Grill is a great little gem in Peterborough - a polished casual dining experience with delicious, upscale food that does not disappoint! The terrific staff and cozy atmosphere make the experience of dining at Bantam perfect for any occasion.

Ran across this place on accident and what a find it is. The location might seem like there wouldnt be anything worthwhile but this was the best place we ate in Peterborough. Will definitely return when we are back in town.

Great food and DELICIOUS...

A gem of Peterborough. Ive been coming here for a few years now, since moving to the area, and am always pleased with everything. Their bartenders embrace creativity and seasonal concoctions. I can request odd drinks and know theyll make it delicious. I appreciate the specials and the seasonal menu changes. Everything is delicious, so try mixing it up. Friendly service and a cozy ambiance.

I could eat there every day theyre open... Im a sucker for good food, good service and great drinks! See you soon Morgan et al!!

Really let down, Ive been before and had a good meal, so I took a friend from out of town. The Bantam and Pearl have a strange practice of reserving bar seats. That is the main reason I generally dont go(I dine out most nights). There were 4 empty seats at the bar but we had to sit at a table. I ordered the chicken and bacon carbonara, It was more like a broth based soup dish than carbonara. My friend ordered the shrimp piccata. It was acceptable. We finished with dessert, apple crisp. It was lukewarm, not even warm enough to melt the ice cream scoop on top, but the mini skillet it was served in was hot.

Waitress amazing! Food outstanding! Clean, cozy atmosphere! Definitely will be back often!

Great fresh food & friendly environment. Great staff & bartender

Chef Owned locally sourced menu of elevated Italian and American comfort food. We had a fantastic new years dinner there. The menu changes depending on whats available but the bacon fat roasted Brussels sprouts were decadent... if they can make Brussels sprouts decadent, imagine what their pasta is like! ;)

Our dinner at Bantam Grill was superb, from the tasty flounder appetizer to our salmon and ravioli entrees, coupled with superior service from our waiter. Always an excellent experience at Bantam.

Every app, meal and drink were superb and our server was top notch excellent!

Coddy Saggle was a fantastic buss boy. His ability to clean the table and be a shining figure in the eating was great. Great food as well!

Great dishes. Slightly smaller menu but still great quality

Tried this for the first time and was impressed with the flavorful food. I had a burger and my girlfriend had a pasta dish. Both had great flavor and good portions. The staff was pleasant and attentive through out the evening. Would recommend to anyone in the area.

Bantam grill might possibly be the best food in NH. Been here multiple times and everytime it is outstanding. Took my wife and kids here for mothers day and everyone had a great meal. The kids, who are very picky eaters, enjoyed their meals. I highly recommend and always take family here we the visit from NJ, and they love it as well.

Another great meal! With an even better leftover lunch.

had one of the best meals ive ever had in a restaurant. you can tell the chef takes pride in his work. service was great and attentive. we will def. be back and i def. recomend giving this place a try!

Great food! BBQ ribs were delicious

Great hamburger friendly With a great smile

Great hamburger Friendly with a great smile

Always love this place. Good food. Nice atmosphere. Just the right amount of checking on us. If you havent been, you should try it.

Great food and atmosphere. Ask for Morgan.

Good food.

Parking: Lots of parking

Food was great as usual. Quick service.

Everything about my experience was EXCELLENT!! The food was so so so good and the service was great, waitress was very friendly! Highly recommend the buffalo cauliflower!

Hands down the best burger ive had in my life. And trust me ive had alot of burgers

Anniversary dinner. Great food and service!

Very expensive for mediocre food. Had a hamburger and 2 beers plus tips for $40 bucks, not worth it.

Great atmosphere, attentive service, food was relatively good, but couldve been seasoned a touch more. Caprese salad was DELICIOUS Vegetarian options: Vegan/vegetarian item[s] on menu, not a lot, but good enough!

Holy moly literally the best burger I ever had. And the service was top notch

Good, reliable and affordable place to enjoy. Had dinner then their Cherry Fior Di Latte with Watson Manhattans.

By far the best spot in town for a good dinner. Never had a bad meal from this place, in fact they have exceeded my expectations time and time again. Absolutely delicious, every single time. Great atmosphere too, very cozy and never too loud or anything. Maybe Im just biased but even the beers off the tap seem to taste a little bit better here. 100% recommend, take someone you love here.

Excellent attentive waitress Food was hot when served.Bolognese with Handmade pasta and house ground ribeye was delicious

One of my favorite places to eat in Peterborough. Delicious hand made pasta, amazing seafood. Great service.

I ordered food to go, so I cant rate the service or atmosphere, but the food is OUTSTANDING. I got the Bantam Chicken and it was honestly one of the best meals Ive ever had. A little more expensive than most area restaurants, but absolutely worth it.

We love this roosteraunt.

My wife is dairy free and loved the raviolis. We both had a fantastic meal and the service was excellent. The blueberry mule mocktail was remarkable as well! Would definitly come back and recommend.

By far and away the the best food and cocktails in the area. If youre looking for a gourmet burger that will blow your socks off, this is the place to go!

This restaurant and the owner and staff are amazing! The food is certainly the fine dining kind! It is always a pleasure to eat at the establishment! Mouth watering meals, all perfectly prepared and so good you will leave wanting to walk right back in the door for more! This is a must try if you are in the neighborhood, and a perfect place for a celebration meal!

Absolutely delicious! It was our first time trying this restaurant out and we will definitely be back! Wait staff was friendly and attentive and dishes were well portioned.

Service, atmosphere and great food.

At 20 dollars a plate (on average) it better be delicious and it was. Dinner at a fancy, romantic restaurant with a great wait staff, It is worth your time. The food is so good and I can not wait to go back and try more. Also serving lunch.

Friendly and yummy!

Great place. Amazing food

I m a truck driver I can say that was was tha Best burger I had it three years n yes it was my first time here

I never thought Id be happy to pay over $20 for pasta and meat sauce but man it was good, great portion size and tasted great.

I had a $14 salad and another dish I ordered for takeout and I finished both of them in 4 bites. Extremely small portion. I will never order from this place again. I called to let them know and they did nothing to compensate me.

May 2021: they added a couple of tables outside under the overhang. 2018: back again. Favorite appetizer duck confit. So good! 2017:Good food, nice options to please a everyone in the group.

Just about the best burgers weve ever eaten. The salad greens were super fresh and delicate. Great margarita! Wonderful service too.

Amazing

The staff were nice but the food took a long time to be brought out.

Hands down best burger in the state but overall the food is amazing and its a great bar to chill out and have a finely crafted cocktail.

Very friendly staff,...great food!

Atmosphere and staff are excellent. The food is exceptional too. I will definitely go again.

Food and atmosphere were fantastic! Our server was outstanding!

Absolutely delicious food and fast service

Excellent service and food!!

Not exactly a great job this evening. We have rarely been here in the past and will likely be awhile before we come back. All we had ordered was 2 Bantam burgers, instead we got the Merica burgers. For most this is not a huge deal but we rarely eat burgers and was excited to try the Bantam burger. On top of that we had ordered our burgers to be cooked medium well, but had gotten a decent amount of pink in ours. Being that it was 6pm on a Saturday night and we had finally gotten home,, we elected not to call and have them fix the order. The restaurant itself was clean and the staff was pleasant so we may try again sometime.

Absolutely loved the atmosphere and the drinks were refreshing! The food was phenomenal and fresh! Service was friendly and knowledgeable.vWell be definitely visiting again!

Showed up 5 min after opening to an empty restaurant. Asked for a table for two. Was told if we didnt have a reservation they cant serve us. Ok, heres a tip take the known customer over the possible one...

I would give this place a better rating if the food pricing and overall experience was better. I have done take out a bit from here cause my mom loves it. We decided to dine in today but when we arrived we were told it was by reservation only ( something we did not see on there website). Overall would have rathered gone to the food truck down the road.

We have been eating here for years and always enjoy the atmosphere and delicious food. Today we ordered take out and my husband got his usual ribeye. Cooked perfectly and still warm when we got home. I tried the new Butternut Cappelletti. Blew my mind! Yes, I was super hungry and there was so much food. The handmade pasta was completely filled with delicious butternut and buttery brown sugar flavor. A perfect dish for a fall evening and a good appetite. Thank you Bantam, as always.

Always good...good food...good atmosphere...

Good lunch menu, special was excellent today service was great.

Upscale decent food

Most awesome!

Food is amazing, worth the price

Dining out at the Bantam is a treat, and should be done leisurely.

Food is always on point! Have tried almost the entire menu and not one complaint. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, the servers are all super friendly and couldn t be more helpful. Morgan is also an absolute magician where cocktails are concerned! Always leave feeling very satisfied and perfectly merry :)

Delicious desserts

As always, the Bantam Grill is fantastic!

Always great food and service!

Great food! Friendly staff. Had a great time

If you come out this way be sure to stop. Truly a gem, great service, attentive, well presented, always terrific fresh food. Dont judge by exterior, come in and enjoy.

Loved it, so delicious! Were new to town and really enjoyed our whole experience here. If youre looking for great handmade cocktails, delicious cuisine and friendly service this is definitely your spot. Well be back soon!

Awesome wait staff, and food is excellent.

Amazing food and great atmosphere!

First time and it lived up to its reputation! Zuppa di pesce was delicious!

First time here. I would say this is a hidden gem but it s a Sunday night and busy! Cocktails were funky and so good! I got the bantam chicken for my meal and the flavor was unreal! I can t wait to come back. Very mellow and cute feel!

Actually very, very good food and drinks.

Great service

Great food and sevice

Excellent ist. Time there and will absolutely go again.

Great food and service. Loved the atmosphere too.

A ll I can say is great food meat loaf was fantasteco the sous chef was fantastic and waiters were nice& knolagsble& friendy

Solid, slightly pricey (especially for lunch) for the setting, but great place and staff.

Loved our dinner sitting at the bar!! Had the pasta carbonara and the bantam burger...oh, and the roasted brussel sprouts were vg. Try the jalapeno papino drink if Jenny is at the bar!

Food was good. Menu limited.

Great Food, one of our favorites!

Lost my respect after being charged $4.00 for a vegetable substitution. Instead of bread and French fries I asked for a vegetable. Seems a bit pricey so will find new dining options that are more accommodating.

Good food. Good atmosphere.

well thought out menu, small but good range of draft beer, tasty, highly recomend.

Cozy inside. You wouldnt imagine it in a strip plaza, but comfy and welcoming. Menu is short, but everything the four of us chose fir dinner was delicious!

Some of the best food in Peterborough.

The server was mediocre. My meal was quite good, but my wifes was overpriced and my daughters portion was small. All in all it was not a top notch experience.

Food was great....American-Italian with their own pasta. Portions were good for the price. Desserts also excellent. Service fast and friendly. Will definitely return.

Food was good, but not great. Nice presentation. Everything was too salty, though.

Excellent service and food!!

An unexpected gem. Find this fairly randomly and was impressed. Great food and service. Reasonable prices. Loved it

Great, great real food ! Big city food in the hills of southern New Hampshire.

Great food and atmosphere. Decent gluten free options

Enjoyed a delightful lunch at Bantam Grill. Good service and a menu of good food with unusual twists. Heather really nice potato leek soup and a Caesar salad wedge. Other members of my party had hamburgers which were perfectly cooked

Accommodated a walk in party of 11 with excellent and fast service, food was top notch, not cheap but you can tell why when you take a bite! What more could you ask for?

Creative comfort food in a laid back environment - a cut above the usual. A hidden gem in an unassuming strip center - dont let the location fool you!

We had lunch at this little gem off the 202 highway, serving eclectic local and American food. My husband had onion soup and a chicken ranch sandwich and I had pumpkin soup and a tuna melt. The pumpkin soup was so thick it was like whipped cream - delicious. They serve wine and beer with lunch and a full bar with dinner, and there is a board that lists all the local farms where they get their produce. The food was delicious, the service terrific and I would highly recommend a stop at the Bantam Grill.

Awesome food. Will go back. All should try.

We reserved a table for two for the first time, left impressed, full and will be back! We arrived at 7pm and every seat was full before and after we left around 8pm. I see why! We ordered two French onion soups, great drinks and our entrees were the Ribeye and Short Ribs. The Ribeye was cooked precisely as requested and i kid you not the Short Ribs were falling apart. No need for a knife! The portions were just right and the price was also very reasonable for the quality of food and preparation. Youll not leave hungry thats for sure! This is a gem to Peterborough and surrounding areas. 5/5 all day! Brooks Thornhill & Lauren Douglas

This s a wonderful spot for a meal with friends! The menu is small, but something for everyone. The wait staff was welcoming and efficient!

Chocolate cake took 20 minutes

Always good food.

Has amazing home food that tastes amazing. Service time is quick, and food is cheap but quality. I personally recommend coming in during lunch hours.

Great food. Quiet dining well served.

Nice atmosphere and excellent food! Would go again.

The food is always good. The atmosphere is nice and the staff are all very pleasant and attentive.

Love the place ! Really good food ! Service just a little slow cause they are always packed! But it worth the wait !

Phenomenal food. Ive been here multiple times, and the standard menu and specials are incredible. Also friendly for those that are gluten free (both Celiac and preference).

Really good lunch in Peterborough.

Absolutely wonderful. This restraunt is deceiving sitting in a strip mall. Great food. Absolutely great food. The chef here is top class.

Excellent dining experience. Pricey but worth the money. Good service.

That and the Pearl are the best places for dinner in town! A nice gluten free menu, tasty handmade cocktails. Some of the waitstaff is rude (the guy with the huge beard), some are friendly so it depends on who you get! Good gets an A+.

Great food , interesting and excellent spirits and very professional yet friendly staff. A great place for both food and cocktails at great prices for what you get . Recommend!

Bantam is the best place for a good bang for your buck. They have good beer and wine selections, yummy cocktails, great appetizers and entrees and fair prices. My favorite thing to get are the duck drumettes and the flounder frito (which even though is an appetizer, Ill get as an entree for myself and even have some left over!). I would absolutely recommend Bantam if youre in the Peterborough area.

Always delicious!

great dinner. Fresh local ingredients and tasty food done right. A little find in peterborough with a separate gluten free menu for my wife. great service and full bar. definitely go and as another reviewer said don t let the strip mall location scare you off.

Food is good. This is a farm to table type of place making use of meat, dairy, and produce from regional farms when available.

The wait was long for the meal, a $26 steak we ordered rare came out well done and the replacement steak was so fatty it was barely edible. So, will I go back? Doubt it.

For food and beverage 5 stars! But the waiter or bartender whatever he is... If he is around food he needs to trim his beard , or wear a hairnet on it.

Amazing. Excellent food, excellent selection, excellent service and excellent execution on D. ALL OF THE ABOVE. The cocktails are spot on as is the rest of the dinner and dont skip dessert. Very comfortable atmosphere and the variety on the menu will please any picky pallet.