The Mallard

I don't want to be too negative as they just recently opened and they may still be figuring things out but, overall my visit was disappointing. When fist walking in it was unclear if it was seat yourself or wait to be seated. We kind of stood at the entry way waiting for direction. When none was given by the employees, who did not even acknowledge us, we just chose a seat at one of the booths. Once seated it was also unclear if there was a waitress or....? There wasn't signage or a clear place to order. There were paper menus on the table so we eventually fended for ourselves. We decided on beers and I will say they have a good variety of beer choices. This is not a brewery so it's not thier own beers but they did have a good selection. I had a local IPA (from Nashua) and my husband a guiness. The only non alcoholic options were Italian sodas. We ordered the hummus plate (said to be served with tortilla chips and veggies) an order of buffalo wings and some plain tenders. The hummus plate came out first, with just veggies and not chips as described, we had to go to the bar and ask for them, they did bring some. The Chips were basic, the veggies plentiful and fresh and the hummus was fairly tasteless (not sure there was any garlic used). When the hot food came out there was no dipping sauce for either the wings or tenders. We again went to bar and asked and after some initial uncertainty blue cheese was brought out. The wings were breaded and though were said to be buffalo, it really was just hot sauce. Again, non descript. The tenders were also basic and nothing special. The young girl who took our order at the bar was friendly enough but no one ever once came by, made contact or talked with us from the moment we walked in the door. Our overall takeaway was that it was clear there wasn't a lot of restaurant experience amoung the staff or owners. The medicore food might be ok if they made thier own beers, but since they don't really offer anything unique, what they do offer should be better than average and right now it's not.

Stopped in to see what the new place was like, they’ve got a great beer selection, and are very knowledgeable. Will definitely let my friends know there’s a new place to try. After one visit I’m pleasantly impressed.

Awesome addition to the area. Good music. Good environment. GREAT beer selection. And family owned. Not to mention, their merch is very comfortable!

This was an awesome little spot to grab a beer on my way home from work. A lot of different beer selections that I had never heard of. Pretty sweet variety, I also didn’t realize they had food either and was able to get a good bite to eat! I will be back soon . Thanks guys!

The owners are so welcoming and such incredible people! Always great to support a family owned business, especially when they are so hospitable and serve amazing beer!!

Great atmosphere, service, food, and drinks. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and they have beers I have never found at other breweries or stores. 10/10 recommend to anyone who enjoys great food, drinks, and good times!

Great place to explore new beers. Very friendly staff.

10/10 experience with the most extensive beer selection this side of the Mississippi!