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Old 05-24-2009, 08:13 PM   #1
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Cool Woodshed

Anyone been to the Woodshed yet this Spring? We were planning on making reservations for our first weekend up on the Lake and was wondering if we should do so.
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Old 05-24-2009, 08:57 PM   #2
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Their good but bring lots of $$$$$$
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Old 05-24-2009, 09:16 PM   #3
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We were there the other evening. Not very busy, but everything was as good as usual
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Old 07-11-2009, 08:09 PM   #4
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Thumbs up Woodshed visit

My wife and I have a tradition of going out to eat here at least once per year during our vacation. Last year I was dissapointed with my meal and my wife didn't think hers was anything special.

We decided to go back and give it another try and I wasn't dissapointed this time. The food was excellent as was the service. Of course the ambiance is great for a nice quiet dinner. The menu is a bit pricey but worth it for the total package. 2 thumbs up!!
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Old 07-15-2009, 09:45 AM   #5
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NECN's TV Diner gave the Woodshed a "Platinum Plate".

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Old 07-16-2009, 07:01 PM   #6
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Default I Love this place!

Unfortunately It's rare that I get to go there because of the prices but thats what makes it special. I love the lobster bisque. Do they still have the bread in the flower pots?
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Old 07-16-2009, 07:22 PM   #7
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yes still have the bread in the flower pots
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Old 07-16-2009, 07:30 PM   #8
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I hear lots of comments on how expensive it is. For around here yeah. But for anyone coming up from MA or the southern part of the state I think it is basically on par... We usually go there twice a year and normally in the fall or winter wen things are slower. Always have had a good meal. For the money.....
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Old 07-16-2009, 07:57 PM   #9
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i agree with you completely, its just too expensive for my family unfortunately. or at least to go every weekend
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Old 07-16-2009, 08:13 PM   #10
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The people that started up the business were so nice. Are they still running it or is it under new ownership?
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Old 07-29-2009, 11:21 PM   #11
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Went to the Woodshed tonight with another couple from the Island. Our original plans were to boat over to Lago but the rain storms canceled that little plan.

Well plan "B" worked out great. I had not been in a while and I can say that the experience was great. We made reservations but we arrived 45 minutes early and were seated immediately. We sat up on the balcony overlooking the main part of the restaurant. We had a great waitress, cute, energetic and knowledgeable. She has a unique name that I can not for the life of me remember. Anyway we all had Fish mine was the Sea Bass special, others had scallops, Salmon, Swordfish. Food was great service was very good. It got pretty busy by the end of the night and our coffees/after dinner drinks took a tad too long to come out but the Manger/owner? (not sure) brought them out herself, she recognized the waitress was a bit overwhelmed for a time as a large party had come in. No harm done though it wasn't too long a wait. Overall a positive experience. It is a bit on the expensive side but the $80 Gift Certificate put a small dent in the overall tab. I highly recommend the Woodshed for that once in a special while dinner.
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Old 07-30-2009, 07:47 PM   #12
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Default Great experience!

Three of went last Thursday. We were seated immediately at 5:00. The place was pretty empty. Sat way in the back, I didn't realize it went so far back. We weren't extremely hungry, so we split a three appetizers, (The cheese soufle was fabulous) and a Prime rib dinner with shrimp. Had some wine and a dessert. It was the perfect amount of food, And it kept the price down. The service was good too. When we left the place was packed. Very happy we went.
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Old 08-03-2009, 04:14 PM   #13
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Default Lovin' the Woodshed

Last year we also had problems with the Woodshed, esp the long waits and I posted some negative comments. Well, this year was perfect!! We arrived at 6:14 for 6:15 reservations this past Saturday night and were immediately seated... In a back room that I had never been in before that was beautiful. The place was crowded, The service was impeccable. The cocktails and food was great as always. We never felt rushed but whenever we needed something our waiter was right there. In my view the prices are very fair for what you receive. i am pleased to say The Woodshed is now back as my favorite restaurant in the lakes region!
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Old 08-31-2009, 08:39 AM   #14
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The people that started up the business were so nice. Are they still running it or is it under new ownership?
No. It is under new ownership as of 2006ish. And no the new owners are not the nicest people I have encountered.
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Old 09-02-2009, 05:59 PM   #15
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Default Rumor about Woodshed closing?

Anybody else here the same thing?
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Old 09-03-2009, 11:47 AM   #16
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Default stupid rumors

the Shed isn't closing and it isn't for sale. It's like a kid who's parents have shared custody after the divorce - each parent is doing what they do best and life goes on for all of them.
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Old 09-04-2009, 06:53 PM   #17
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Been going to the Woodshed for the past ten years or so. We are not local folks. We come up for vacation in late September for two weeks and again in January/February for a long weekend..

We have NEVER had a poor experience at the Woodshed. It is by far our favorite place for a special occasion. Restaurants seem to come and go..both in quality and longevity, but the Woodshed has been consistent.

We stay down in the Wolfeboro area so we have been to the Wolfeboro Inn over the years. There have been some good memorable visits...but none in the last few years. We have not been there in 2-3 years. The last time was in the big dining room and the experience was unspeakable. Atrocious service and screeching kids running all over the dining room without supervision.

It doesn't look like things have changed much. NB
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Old 09-04-2009, 07:24 PM   #18
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Default Woodshed

New to the Forum!!!!!. But just wanted to say that I love the Woodshed and have been going there for about 5 years now,,,, and it is my favorite restaurant...........yes maybe a little pricey but you always get what you pay for
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Old 09-04-2009, 07:54 PM   #19
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Default O I made a mistake

I went to O Steak and Seafood for my expensive 10 person dinner this year. BAD BAD BAD BAD Pineedles!! I should have gone to the Woodshed, as I usually do. I won't make the same mistake again, EVER! EVER! AGAIN!
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Old 09-07-2009, 11:12 AM   #20
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O Steak and Seafood is trying to be more than it can be (i.e., Expensive) in the Lakes Region, which might be excusable if the food were not so mediocre. We actually tried them the first month they were open, and it was pretty good. But the last two times that one word said it all: Mediocre food, mediocre service. Maybe they're distracted planning their new location in Concord.
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Old 09-07-2009, 07:55 PM   #21
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O Steak and Seafood is trying to be more than it can be (i.e., Expensive) in the Lakes Region, which might be excusable if the food were not so mediocre. We actually tried them the first month they were open, and it was pretty good. But the last two times that one word said it all: Mediocre food, mediocre service. Maybe they're distracted planning their new location in Concord.
Distracted is probably the right word. I have loved Canoe for years (Scot O's other restaurant, but Scott's attention is obviously going south, hence your and my bad experiences at O Steak and Seafood.

Staying on topic, I have been eating at the Woodshed through multiple owners for more than 20 years and I have never been disappointed! Hence my previous post of vowing to never stray again. I have visited a number of "new" places this summer, Lemon Grass was a very nice experience. O Steak and Seafood was not a nice experience.
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Default Not planning on returning to Woodshed ever again.

This is my second visit that has been unsatisfactory. It used to be my favorite restaurant but definitely has gone down hill. There are better places to have a fine dining experience. So that is it for me with the Woodshed.
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Old 09-09-2009, 08:11 AM   #23
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The Wood Shed is where we take our guests. We have been about 10 times this year. Except for one minor glitch (crab legs too cold), everyone always had a good time. It is not perfect, their scrod and the scallops are not always the best, but it is a very pleasant overall experience. IMO the best food in the area( and our favorite nice restaurant) is Lemon Grass but not everyone likes the Asian flavor.

It is very helpful if a poster has a negative experience to describe the experience. To state you will never return certainly describes the feeling, but it is not as helpful to the other Forum members as specifics...food,service,value, etc.
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Old 09-09-2009, 08:39 AM   #24
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We were there Saturday night. Two had the steak special, one swordfish and I had the scallops (which were wonderful). The onion soup was to die for - I've had it many times before and thought it was good - but this time I wasn't willing to share. The flower pot bread is a cute idea, but I personally don't love the bread - that would be my only negative. But even without the bread I was too full for dessert! All at my table were quite happy.
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Old 09-09-2009, 11:24 AM   #25
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Default Woodshed better this season

I noticed a big dip in quality and service when the new owners took over but this summer it seems to have bounced back. We went three times this summer and each time it was great - just like when the Seley's owned it. It's back to the grandeur it possesed in the 80's and nothing has changed there much. Still the same great food and fun service.
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Old 10-13-2009, 03:56 PM   #26
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Default Love the shed

By far my favorite resturant for 2 decades!! Originally from Boston the Shed is not overly expensive especially for the portions and the service. The new owners are great and the resturant hasn't missed a beat. (reason being is they worked there under the past owners). They remember me by face and anytime I call on the phone. I try to bring anyone new to the area there to show them the best on the lake. I have friends across the country and they all remember their trip to the lake and especially they always mention what a great experience they have at the Shed.
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Our family has enjoyed the Woodshed for the past 30 years. It has been and remains consistently excellent with a great atmosphere at a price you would expect for the quality, selection, setting and service. Our out of town guests are surprised to find such a restaurant "off the beaten path" and always ask to return on their next visit.
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Old 05-02-2010, 06:29 AM   #28
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We went last night with four people. three had scrod and one had crab legs. All raved about the food. Waiter was excellent and owner did come by to ask how our meal was. First time this summer and Woodshed hasn't lost a " beat"
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I've heard rumors from several sources that The Common Man Family of Restaurants is buying, or has bought Woodshed. Can anyone confirm or deny?
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I've heard rumors from several sources that The Common Man Family of Restaurants is buying, or has bought Woodshed. Can anyone confirm or deny?
That's a BIG negative...
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Went to the Woodshed a couple of weeks ago, party of 6, had reservations, got seated right away. Service was OK, our waitress started out slow but recovered towards the end of the meal. The food was great, like it use to be. Will definitely be going back.
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