The Common Man
The Common Man is an American restaurant in a building from 1794 in Merrimack that once housed Matthew Thornton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The restaurant opened in 2005 and serves American comfort food with New England influences like lobster chowder, mac and cheese pizza, and other classics in two dining areas with traditional and relaxed decor.
The building dates to 1794 and was formerly called the Hannah Jack Tavern before becoming a restaurant in 2005. The site holds historical significance as Matthew Thornton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, once lived there.
The name reflects American tradition and the space serves as a gathering point for the local community. Visitors experience how the restaurant functions as a casual meeting place where people from the area come to share meals and time together.
The restaurant has two dining areas: a traditional dining room and an upstairs Bar and Grill space with soft couches for a more relaxed setting. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with dinner from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekends, and takeout and delivery are available through online ordering.
The mac and cheese pizza was featured on Boston's Phantom Gourmet television show and is a standout dish that visitors often order specifically for it. The daily menu also includes special dishes available only in the restaurant that cannot be ordered online.
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