Mame's in Meredith

callmeD · 12-23-2008, 04:58 PM

Can anyone tell me about Mame's?

What is the atmosphere and dining experience like there? What kind of food do they serve?

Any comments welcomed.

jeffk · 12-23-2008, 05:14 PM

They have a web site.
http://www.mamesrestaurant.com/

I've had lunch there. Nice but relaxed atmosphere. Higher end food quality and prices.

I enjoyed our lunch. The service was good and friendly.

Resident 2B · 12-23-2008, 05:33 PM

We like Mame's a lot.

The food is always very good and the service is always friendly and efficient. The small dining areas on the street level are well decorated and a bit unusual and the very old, but well kept, building makes for a great old-style New England dining experience.

They also have a larger room upstairs that has a lot of old maple sugaring tools and artifacts. That room is more open than the street level, but is in itself very interesting. There is ample parking on and off street available.

We have never been disappointed at Mame's. We have been there many times, mostly for dinner, over the last five years or more. It is our overall favorite non-water-view restaurant in the Gilford to Center Harbor area.

They take and honor reservations or call-ahead seating. I do not remember which it is, but if you arrive when you said you would, you will be seated promptly.

R2B

callmeD · 12-23-2008, 05:34 PM

Thanks, JeffK. The menu looks interesting ... the Selkirk Vegetable Sandwich
looks yummy.

I noticed that the Fitness Edge has collaborated with Mame's to offer healthy eating options - what a great idea!

upnorth · 12-23-2008, 06:23 PM

I thought it wasn't good.

My little guy had the mac and cheese and it literally looked like it came from the Kraft box with the dry powdered cheese mixed in. I wouldn't necessarily mind except that the cost was high and the portion small. My wife had the artichoke chicken, which admittedly sounded great, but tasted as though they opened a jar of marinated artichoke hearts and poured it over the plate.

I remember my meal being so so. (I honestly can't remember what I had -- which, I suppose, in itself is telling.)

We had been wanting to try it for a quite some time and sadly, we won't be going back anytime soon, if ever.

boat_guy64 · 12-23-2008, 08:34 PM

I really like Mames. We often eat upstairs in the bar where they serve either their pub menu or the regular menu. We also eat in the downstairs dining room when we have friends with us and have been pleased. They are always very accomodating and willing to make slight changes to the menu when asked.

Upstairs at the bar, Allison is the best bartender ever She is always friendly and is great at coming up with new drinks for the Mrs. to try out.

I guess we like it because we go there year round and find it very consistant

SAMIAM · 12-24-2008, 05:55 PM

Upnorth......I cracked up at your comment about the mac&cheese.A while back I had the family over for dinner along with 5 grandkids 3-6 years old.I made a gourmet mac and cheese with 6 different cheeses.Fresh grated parm,aged gouda,camembert,brie,whole milk mozzarella......kids HATED it....little buggers!n Guess what they like? You got it. Those nasty boxes of Kraft powder.Knowing John Cook,I'm sure he's shaking his head every time one of those goes out of the kitchen.

no-engine · 12-26-2008, 03:55 PM

John and staff are great! Been there many times over twenty years!
Always reliable.
Off premise catering is also very reliable.

Pineedles · 12-26-2008, 08:05 PM

I have never been there, but Mom and all her sisters (she had 4 of them) loved it back in the 80's; and since it is still owned by the same people I would guess that it is still a classy place to eat. Mom was a classy broad, as are/were all of her sisters both here and gone.

Didn't know exactly how to put that last statement, but since they all have/had a lot of class they'll all hopefully forgive me. God I hate having to be/trying to be grammatically correct.

no-engine · 12-26-2008, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Pineedles

I have never been there, but

Center Harbor, and not been to Mame's!

My own correction: should be 25 years!!!

dpg · 12-27-2008, 10:23 AM

"I thought it wasn't good.

My little guy had the mac and cheese and it literally looked like it came from the Kraft box with the dry powdered cheese mixed in. I wouldn't necessarily mind except that the cost was high and the portion small. My wife had the artichoke chicken, which admittedly sounded great, but tasted as though they opened a jar of marinated artichoke hearts and poured it over the plate.

I remember my meal being so so. (I honestly can't remember what I had -- which, I suppose, in itself is telling.)

We had been wanting to try it for a quite some time and sadly, we won't be going back anytime soon, if ever. "

There always has to be one..

I've never been there however my sister has and liked it.

angela4design · 12-28-2008, 08:13 AM

Well, I think it's changed a lot in recent years. My last visit was for Sunday brunch when George's was PACKED. Okay, I must say, we had to not expect Georges, but as I recall, the menu was extremely limited - maybe a dozen items? And the portions TINY. We paid twice as much, got something we had to settle with - and left hungry. Boooo!

Before that, we took our son there, and were seated at the same time as a table of guys (we were only allowed to sit in the bar). They were served first. Pet peeve. I felt like it was because we had a child with us that the server felt bothered to have to deal with it. My BF ordered a Reuben, which was served with only one slice of bread (open face), and informed that's 'how they do it'?!?

He had to specially request the other slice!

So, I had gone these two time saying to my BF how great Mame's was - it really used to be!! I used to have business lunches there, drinks, dinner, celebratory gatherings; but that was several years ago. I noticed recently that they're doing Mexican on Thursdays. That can't be a good sign.

So, I guess it's thumbs up and thumbs down. I'll probably try it again - I always still hope it'll be better. But I wouldn't take friends there to make an impression! Or kids...

GUNNER · 12-28-2008, 10:01 AM

I come from NJ & felt I had to respond to angela4design about the Reuben her friend ordered. This reply is not about the merits of Mame's just about how the Reuben was served.

In The metropolitan NY area a Reuben is normally served with one slice of bread. It is typically an open face sandwich piled high with corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese & thousand island dressing. At any good Jewish deli it is typically 2-3" high. Was I surprised when I moved up here & had it served with 2 pieces of bread.

Gunner

MooseRiverMan · 12-28-2008, 07:44 PM

We love Mames. Love the old house, food is always good but they have the worst cherries for manhattans. They must not get many request for drinls with cherries. We vow to bring our own.

Neverthe less recommend Mames to all.

angela4design · 01-02-2009, 01:03 PM

Thanks, Gunner - I did not know that! I wondered what on earth they were thinking! The funny thing is that I had ordered sandwiches there before and never had that style. I guess that open-face style is a Reuben thing? I've seen turkey and meatloaf sandwiches that way, but never a Reuben!

Well, today I've learned something! thanks!

Shore Driver · 01-14-2009, 03:14 PM

It is highly debatable that a Reuben is open-faced. That's a faily common twist on the old standard, but a Reuben in true Jewish tradition can have 2 slices of bread.

Anyway, MAME's is a 10-year tradition for myself and my wife. Reliably good and a lovely atmosphere especially in the front rooms.

jrc · 01-14-2009, 03:21 PM

How can a sandwich with corned beef and swiss cheese be Jewish?

Pineedles · 01-14-2009, 08:29 PM

The origins of the Reuben are disputed.[2] One account holds that Reuben Kulakofsky (sometimes spelled Reubin, or the last name shortened to Kay), a grocer from Omaha, Nebraska, was the inventor, perhaps as part of a group effort by members of Kulakofsky's weekly poker game held in the Blackstone Hotel from around 1920 through 1935. The participants, who nicknamed themselves "the committee," included the hotel's owner, Charles Schimmel. The sandwich first gained local fame when Schimmel put it on the Blackstone's lunch menu. Other accounts hold that its creator was Arthur Reuben, owner of the once famous but now no longer existing Reuben's Delicatessen in New York,[3] who, according to an interview with Craig Claiborne, invented the sandwich around 1914.[4]

All I know is that Rein's Deli in Connecticut makes it better than anyone else, plus any other deli sandwich you can think of. And that's the fact Jack!

GUNNER · 01-14-2009, 08:54 PM

Pineedles, you are correct, Rein's deli in CT makes great sandwiches. Every time wife & I travel back to NJ we make a stop there. Their brisket sandwich is the best I have ever had. Alway get it with horseradish & mustard. And, of course, the free pickles they give you almost as soon as your seated.

A must if you are travelling on 84 in Vernon. Exit 65. Been going there for years.

Gunner

jerseyonbear · 01-14-2009, 10:22 PM

We have been looking for a good stopping point on interstate 84 on the jersey route. We've had enough of thel book traveler in Union. How far from the exit is this Deli and is it well marked?

BlackCatIslander · 01-15-2009, 08:17 AM

We stop at Rein's when returning from NJ and the Exit is marked 64-65. At the top of the ramp we bear right onto Exit 65 and continue to the right (easterly?) about a mile. At the fourth set of lights, turn left into a strip mall and Rein's Deli is facing you. It is very popular but even when quite busy one is able to get seat quickly.

sa meredith · 01-15-2009, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Pineedles

The origins of the Reuben are disputed.[2] One account holds that Reuben Kulakofsky (sometimes spelled Reubin, or the last name shortened to Kay), a grocer from Omaha, Nebraska, was the inventor, perhaps as part of a group effort by members of Kulakofsky's weekly poker game held in the Blackstone Hotel from around 1920 through 1935. The participants, who nicknamed themselves "the committee," included the hotel's owner, Charles Schimmel. The sandwich first gained local fame when Schimmel put it on the Blackstone's lunch menu. Other accounts hold that its creator was Arthur Reuben, owner of the once famous but now no longer existing Reuben's Delicatessen in New York,[3] who, according to an interview with Craig Claiborne, invented the sandwich around 1914.[4]

All I know is that Rein's Deli in Connecticut makes it better than anyone else, plus any other deli sandwich you can think of. And that's the fact Jack!

Two things:
1. Mames is a great spot for dinner if you happen to be in the Meredith area for dinner. Seek it out and find it. Worth the effort...and located in a great spot. Cross the street over toward the Meredith town docks after you eat, and you have a great place to take a walk.
By the way. If it is early (breakfast) go next door to George's instead. Another great spot.

2. Pineedles...I always thought the Reuben was named after "Reuben Sierra".
Are sure your facts are straight? He really was a decent outfielder.

GUNNER · 01-15-2009, 12:25 PM

Going south to NJ it's quite easy to find. Exit 65 to top of ramp & make right. Make left at next set of lights (1/4 mile) which are at strip mall & Rein's is straight ahead. Menu is huge & of course they have Deli section where you can order for takeout.

If you are over 65, as we are, they have a basket full of sliced rye & pumpernickle bread "ends" (several slices of bread too small for sandwiches) which are free for the taking. We always take 1 or 2 packages with us.

Gunner

SIKSUKR · 01-16-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by sa meredith

Two things:
2. Pineedles...I always thought the Reuben was named after "Reuben Sierra".
Are sure your facts are straight? He really was a decent outfielder.

I thought it was Rueben Stoddard of "American Idol" fame.Or maybe it was Rueben Carter from the famous Dylan Hurricane Carter song.Who incendently just died.But I digress.Sorry

Pineedles · 01-16-2009, 09:06 PM

I don't comment on former Yankee players. As you should know.

Irish mist · 01-16-2009, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

I thought it was Rueben Stoddard of "American Idol" fame.Or maybe it was Rueben Carter from the famous Dylan HurricaneCarter song.Who incendently just died.But I digress.Sorry

Rueben Hurricane Carter is still alive & well last time I checked.....and still guilty as far as I'm concerned too

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Scion Xa

SIKSUKR · 01-19-2009, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Irish mist

Rueben Hurricane Carter is still alive & well last time I checked.....and still guilty as far as I'm concerned too

Could be my bad on this one.I thought I heard on the radio he died last week.I couldn't find anything to comfirm that.

Irish mist · 01-19-2009, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Could be my bad on this one.I thought I heard on the radio he died last week.I couldn't find anything to comfirm that.

According to wikipedia he's alive, and working on a film in Newfoundland.

lunch lady · 03-24-2009, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by no-engine

John and staff are great! Been there many times over twenty years!
Always reliable.
Off premise catering is also very reliable.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GUNNER

Pineedles, you are correct, Rein's deli in CT makes great sandwiches. Every time wife & I travel back to NJ we make a stop there. Their brisket sandwich is the best I have ever had. Alway get it with horseradish & mustard. And, of course, the free pickles they give you almost as soon as your seated.

A must if you are travelling on 84 in Vernon. Exit 65. Been going there for years.

Gunner

We have stopped there for years, every time we go to NY. Now, our kids stop there. Always good food and plenty of it. the best Reubens.

Lunch lady

Rag Top Daze · 11-14-2009, 11:45 PM

We were making plans today to get together with friends this evening. We hadn't been to Mame's for several years. We just never think of it. Today I did and all 4 of us are glad I did. The food was very good. One order of prime rib, one of prime rib and baked stuffed shrimp and 2 orders of the seafood sampler. Not one complaint. The service couldn't have been better. We had a wonderful meal and plan to go back more often.

Waterbaby · 11-15-2009, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by upnorth

My little guy had the mac and cheese and it literally looked like it came from the Kraft box with the dry powdered cheese mixed in.

I've seen that in restaurants around here (seacoast NH) -- not to my taste, but the kids love it! (oops, sorry, just realized I replied to a very old post -- but my comment still stands.......

Argie's Wife · 11-16-2009, 10:26 AM

There's often gift certificates for $25 to $50 off on Restaurant.com...

glennsteely · 11-17-2009, 09:54 AM

Mame's was a great spot, not saying that it isn't now, they used to have this open faced sammich with roast beef, turkey and ham with broccoli and melted swiss cheese....(there might have been more on it, and I cant remember the name of it, but it was dee-lisious) do they still serve it? Does anyone know what I am talking about?

Old Hubbard Rd · 11-17-2009, 10:49 AM

Mames famous open sandwich is The Nightmare!! It is always a good call. I enjoy Mames. John has tried his best through the past 27+ years to always be there and keep a eye on things. I enjoy the atmophere.

Heaven · 11-17-2009, 12:26 PM

I don't agree, but I can see some people would be giving thumb down reviews based on the portion sizes (which are "the right size"!) instead of the huge grotesqueness sometimes found at other places.

Redwing · 11-17-2009, 01:20 PM

Here is the description of the "Nightmare" from Mame's luncheon menu:

Luncheon Nightmare - $11.50 “We have had this one for 30 yrs.”
Start with pumpernickel-rye swirl bread, add turkey, ham, broccoli, bacon, tomato, and mushrooms, topped with Swiss and baked in a cheese sauce en casserole.

Have always loved Mame's. Our son is getting married in Meredith this winter at Church Landing, and his rehearsal dinner/reception will be at Mame's the night before. They have always been true and steady.

SIKSUKR · 11-17-2009, 01:20 PM

I guess large portions are now not politically correct either.

Greene's Basin Girl · 11-18-2009, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Redwing

Here is the description of the "Nightmare" from Mame's luncheon menu:

Luncheon Nightmare - $11.50 “We have had this one for 30 yrs.”
Start with pumpernickel-rye swirl bread, add turkey, ham, broccoli, bacon, tomato, and mushrooms, topped with Swiss and baked in a cheese sauce en casserole.

Have always loved Mame's. Our son is getting married in Meredith this winter at Church Landing, and his rehearsal dinner/reception will be at Mame's the night before. They have always been true and steady.

I can't wait for the rehersal dinner, wedding & bunch!

Redwing · 11-18-2009, 10:11 AM

And seeing your entire clan will be a real bonus!

BroadHopper · 11-18-2009, 11:26 AM

Mames was a family favorite during the 80's. Then prices started going up and we no longer go there. I did go to breakfast at Mames a couple of years back when George's had a line out to the sidewalk. I boast to my friend that Mames use real maple syrup. When we ordered they were out of maple syrup and gave us the artificial stuff! So my friend went next door and bought some maple syrup. The waitress wasn't pleased and service was lousy after that. Never been back since.

My daughter lives in Brooklyn NY and she took me to a real Jewish deli. The rueben was opened face on Jewish rye, piled high with hot pastrami, saurkraut, horseradish sauce and a special cheese made with goat milk. The best I have tasted! My opinion is the horseradish sauce is much better than thousand island.

My daughters and my grandchildren always consider the Kraft Mac and Cheese, 'Yuckaroni'. Nor do they care for the 'gourmet mac and cheese' you find at the restuarants. The Kraft 'Deluxe' Mac and Cheese or the velveeta Mac and cheese is what they like.

I hope there are folks that have seen the making of pastrami on the Discover channel a few nights ago. It was very interesting as to how pastrami was made and why they make it that way. I won't go there.

Greene's Basin Girl · 08-20-2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by BroadHopper

Mames was a family favorite during the 80's. Then prices started going up and we no longer go there. I did go to breakfast at Mames a couple of years back when George's had a line out to the sidewalk. I boast to my friend that Mames use real maple syrup. When we ordered they were out of maple syrup and gave us the artificial stuff! So my friend went next door and bought some maple syrup. The waitress wasn't pleased and service was lousy after that. Never been back since.

My daughter lives in Brooklyn NY and she took me to a real Jewish deli. The rueben was opened face on Jewish rye, piled high with hot pastrami, saurkraut, horseradish sauce and a special cheese made with goat milk. The best I have tasted! My opinion is the horseradish sauce is much better than thousand island.

My daughters and my grandchildren always consider the Kraft Mac and Cheese, 'Yuckaroni'. Nor do they care for the 'gourmet mac and cheese' you find at the restuarants. The Kraft 'Deluxe' Mac and Cheese or the velveeta Mac and cheese is what they like.

I hope there are folks that have seen the making of pastrami on the Discover channel a few nights ago. It was very interesting as to how pastrami was made and why they make it that way. I won't go there.

Three other forum members and myself had dinner at Mame's last night. We had prime rib, orange chicken and pan seared scallops. The food was very good and so was the service.

braunbayboater · 08-20-2010, 10:30 AM

Our son is getting married at Church Landing in November. We were also thinking of Mame's for the reheasal dinner. How was the dinner - approximate cost for 30??

Lucky1 · 08-20-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by braunbayboater

Our son is getting married at Church Landing in November. We were also thinking of Mame's for the reheasal dinner. How was the dinner - approximate cost for 30??

I was involved in a wedding last summer and went to Mame's as it was being considered for the rehearsal dinner. They seated us upstairs. Not one of us liked their meal and that included a sister in law who is very slow not to give approval in times such as this. I seem to remember that we ordered off of a special menu that they had for dinners for wedding receptions so their regular food may be better. However, in the back of my mind, I had been there in the past and had not been tempted to return.

There ended up being a rehearsal luncheon at Canoe and a really wonderful "Welcome Party" for all on the Mount Washington. The Mount could have easily been the rehearsal dinner if you had not thought of that for a very unique site.

That said, we were invited to a brunch the morning after a Church Landing wedding last year where Mame's did the catering and the food was very good. So go figure.

The wedding that I was involved in was also at Church Landing. That is a great site. Hard to beat really.

The below is added in my edit...
Sorry. I forgot you are having a November wedding.............probably too late and too cold for the Mount Washington. They stop before that anyway. Good luck with whatever you choose. Weddings are such fun. Hope you enjoy it and best wishes to the future bride and groom. The Canoe rehearsal luncheon was quite lovely but don't know if they do rehearsal dinners.

jkjoshuatree · 08-20-2010, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by braunbayboater

Our son is getting married at Church Landing in November. We were also thinking of Mame's for the reheasal dinner. How was the dinner - approximate cost for 30??

...I had my wedding rehearsal dinner on the Mount Washington. The food is just okay (if you're looking for great, do not, by any means, go on the Mount for food).

But it was really cool for those of us who had never been on it. I've been going up to the lake for almost 40 years and never went myself (always thought it was too "touristy").

It helped that it was a beautiful night. We did the shorter cruise on Thursday evening (think it was 2 1/2 hours to Alton and back).

Just an idea. Something kind of different. All our guests thought it was a great, unique idea, and we all had a blast.

I think the cost was about $33 a person-something like $15 or $18 for the tickets and then you pay for the food when you get on board and they give everyone tickets who are eating.

Let us know what you decide to do and report back! And congrats on your son's wedding!!

no-engine · 08-23-2010, 07:23 AM

I don't think Ship cruises after 10/31.

Talk to John at Mame's for your rehearsal event, which I assume might be treated a little different than orders off menu. I've been at many events Mame's has catered, and never heard people complaining.

12-23-2008, 04:58 PM	#1
callmeD Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Saugus, MA and Gilford, NH Posts: 68 Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Mame's in Meredith Can anyone tell me about Mame's? What is the atmosphere and dining experience like there? What kind of food do they serve? Any comments welcomed. __________________ Maybe we have to mess up before we step up. Dr. Karev

12-23-2008, 05:34 PM	#4
callmeD Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Saugus, MA and Gilford, NH Posts: 68 Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks, JeffK. The menu looks interesting ... the Selkirk Vegetable Sandwich looks yummy. I noticed that the Fitness Edge has collaborated with Mame's to offer healthy eating options - what a great idea! __________________ Maybe we have to mess up before we step up. Dr. Karev

12-23-2008, 06:23 PM	#5
upnorth Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	thumbs down I thought it wasn't good. My little guy had the mac and cheese and it literally looked like it came from the Kraft box with the dry powdered cheese mixed in. I wouldn't necessarily mind except that the cost was high and the portion small. My wife had the artichoke chicken, which admittedly sounded great, but tasted as though they opened a jar of marinated artichoke hearts and poured it over the plate. I remember my meal being so so. (I honestly can't remember what I had -- which, I suppose, in itself is telling.) We had been wanting to try it for a quite some time and sadly, we won't be going back anytime soon, if ever.

12-23-2008, 08:34 PM	#6
boat_guy64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Windham and Meredith Posts: 225 Blog Entries: 5 Thanks: 33 Thanked 89 Times in 42 Posts	I like Mames I really like Mames. We often eat upstairs in the bar where they serve either their pub menu or the regular menu. We also eat in the downstairs dining room when we have friends with us and have been pleased. They are always very accomodating and willing to make slight changes to the menu when asked. Upstairs at the bar, Allison is the best bartender ever She is always friendly and is great at coming up with new drinks for the Mrs. to try out. I guess we like it because we go there year round and find it very consistant

12-26-2008, 08:05 PM	#9
Pineedles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Moultonborough & CT Posts: 2,535 Thanks: 1,059 Thanked 652 Times in 363 Posts	Good review of Mame's I have never been there, but Mom and all her sisters (she had 4 of them) loved it back in the 80's; and since it is still owned by the same people I would guess that it is still a classy place to eat. Mom was a classy broad, as are/were all of her sisters both here and gone. Didn't know exactly how to put that last statement, but since they all have/had a lot of class they'll all hopefully forgive me. God I hate having to be/trying to be grammatically correct.

12-23-2008, 05:14 PM	#2
jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,130 Thanks: 201 Thanked 421 Times in 239 Posts	They have a web site. http://www.mamesrestaurant.com/ I've had lunch there. Nice but relaxed atmosphere. Higher end food quality and prices. I enjoyed our lunch. The service was good and friendly.

12-23-2008, 05:33 PM	#3
Resident 2B Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Shore, MA Posts: 1,352 Thanks: 987 Thanked 310 Times in 161 Posts	We like Mame's a lot. The food is always very good and the service is always friendly and efficient. The small dining areas on the street level are well decorated and a bit unusual and the very old, but well kept, building makes for a great old-style New England dining experience. They also have a larger room upstairs that has a lot of old maple sugaring tools and artifacts. That room is more open than the street level, but is in itself very interesting. There is ample parking on and off street available. We have never been disappointed at Mame's. We have been there many times, mostly for dinner, over the last five years or more. It is our overall favorite non-water-view restaurant in the Gilford to Center Harbor area. They take and honor reservations or call-ahead seating. I do not remember which it is, but if you arrive when you said you would, you will be seated promptly. R2B

12-24-2008, 05:55 PM	#7
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,836 Thanks: 326 Thanked 1,626 Times in 562 Posts	Upnorth......I cracked up at your comment about the mac&cheese.A while back I had the family over for dinner along with 5 grandkids 3-6 years old.I made a gourmet mac and cheese with 6 different cheeses.Fresh grated parm,aged gouda,camembert,brie,whole milk mozzarella......kids HATED it....little buggers!n Guess what they like? You got it. Those nasty boxes of Kraft powder.Knowing John Cook,I'm sure he's shaking his head every time one of those goes out of the kitchen.

12-26-2008, 03:55 PM	#8
no-engine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: West side Winnipesaukee, Lakes Region Posts: 516 Thanks: 20 Thanked 52 Times in 40 Posts	John and staff are great! Been there many times over twenty years! Always reliable. Off premise catering is also very reliable.

12-27-2008, 10:23 AM	#11
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,560 Thanks: 149 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	"I thought it wasn't good. My little guy had the mac and cheese and it literally looked like it came from the Kraft box with the dry powdered cheese mixed in. I wouldn't necessarily mind except that the cost was high and the portion small. My wife had the artichoke chicken, which admittedly sounded great, but tasted as though they opened a jar of marinated artichoke hearts and poured it over the plate. I remember my meal being so so. (I honestly can't remember what I had -- which, I suppose, in itself is telling.) We had been wanting to try it for a quite some time and sadly, we won't be going back anytime soon, if ever. " There always has to be one.. I've never been there however my sister has and liked it.

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12-28-2008, 08:13 AM	#12
angela4design Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Meredith Posts: 353 Thanks: 45 Thanked 54 Times in 38 Posts	I keep hoping for better... Well, I think it's changed a lot in recent years. My last visit was for Sunday brunch when George's was PACKED. Okay, I must say, we had to not expect Georges, but as I recall, the menu was extremely limited - maybe a dozen items? And the portions TINY. We paid twice as much, got something we had to settle with - and left hungry. Boooo! Before that, we took our son there, and were seated at the same time as a table of guys (we were only allowed to sit in the bar). They were served first. Pet peeve. I felt like it was because we had a child with us that the server felt bothered to have to deal with it. My BF ordered a Reuben, which was served with only one slice of bread (open face), and informed that's 'how they do it'?!? He had to specially request the other slice! So, I had gone these two time saying to my BF how great Mame's was - it really used to be!! I used to have business lunches there, drinks, dinner, celebratory gatherings; but that was several years ago. I noticed recently that they're doing Mexican on Thursdays. That can't be a good sign. So, I guess it's thumbs up and thumbs down. I'll probably try it again - I always still hope it'll be better. But I wouldn't take friends there to make an impression! Or kids...

12-28-2008, 10:01 AM	#13
GUNNER Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Reuben I come from NJ & felt I had to respond to angela4design about the Reuben her friend ordered. This reply is not about the merits of Mame's just about how the Reuben was served. In The metropolitan NY area a Reuben is normally served with one slice of bread. It is typically an open face sandwich piled high with corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese & thousand island dressing. At any good Jewish deli it is typically 2-3" high. Was I surprised when I moved up here & had it served with 2 pieces of bread. Gunner

12-28-2008, 07:44 PM	#14
MooseRiverMan Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Needs better cherries We love Mames. Love the old house, food is always good but they have the worst cherries for manhattans. They must not get many request for drinls with cherries. We vow to bring our own. Neverthe less recommend Mames to all.

01-02-2009, 01:03 PM	#15
angela4design Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Meredith Posts: 353 Thanks: 45 Thanked 54 Times in 38 Posts	Reubens Thanks, Gunner - I did not know that! I wondered what on earth they were thinking! The funny thing is that I had ordered sandwiches there before and never had that style. I guess that open-face style is a Reuben thing? I've seen turkey and meatloaf sandwiches that way, but never a Reuben! Well, today I've learned something! thanks!

01-14-2009, 03:14 PM	#16
Shore Driver Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tolland CT Posts: 194 Thanks: 20 Thanked 31 Times in 25 Posts	It is highly debatable that a Reuben is open-faced. That's a faily common twist on the old standard, but a Reuben in true Jewish tradition can have 2 slices of bread. Anyway, MAME's is a 10-year tradition for myself and my wife. Reliably good and a lovely atmosphere especially in the front rooms.

01-14-2009, 03:21 PM	#17
jrc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,689 Thanks: 33 Thanked 439 Times in 249 Posts	How can a sandwich with corned beef and swiss cheese be Jewish?

01-14-2009, 08:29 PM	#18
Pineedles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Moultonborough & CT Posts: 2,535 Thanks: 1,059 Thanked 652 Times in 363 Posts	According to Wicopedia The origins of the Reuben are disputed.[2] One account holds that Reuben Kulakofsky (sometimes spelled Reubin, or the last name shortened to Kay), a grocer from Omaha, Nebraska, was the inventor, perhaps as part of a group effort by members of Kulakofsky's weekly poker game held in the Blackstone Hotel from around 1920 through 1935. The participants, who nicknamed themselves "the committee," included the hotel's owner, Charles Schimmel. The sandwich first gained local fame when Schimmel put it on the Blackstone's lunch menu. Other accounts hold that its creator was Arthur Reuben, owner of the once famous but now no longer existing Reuben's Delicatessen in New York,[3] who, according to an interview with Craig Claiborne, invented the sandwich around 1914.[4] All I know is that Rein's Deli in Connecticut makes it better than anyone else, plus any other deli sandwich you can think of. And that's the fact Jack!

01-14-2009, 08:54 PM	#19
GUNNER Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Pineedles, you are correct, Rein's deli in CT makes great sandwiches. Every time wife & I travel back to NJ we make a stop there. Their brisket sandwich is the best I have ever had. Alway get it with horseradish & mustard. And, of course, the free pickles they give you almost as soon as your seated. A must if you are travelling on 84 in Vernon. Exit 65. Been going there for years. Gunner

01-14-2009, 10:22 PM	#20
jerseyonbear Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 97 Thanks: 94 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	how far from exit We have been looking for a good stopping point on interstate 84 on the jersey route. We've had enough of thel book traveler in Union. How far from the exit is this Deli and is it well marked?

01-15-2009, 08:17 AM	#21
BlackCatIslander Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 201 Thanks: 52 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	Rein's Deli We stop at Rein's when returning from NJ and the Exit is marked 64-65. At the top of the ramp we bear right onto Exit 65 and continue to the right (easterly?) about a mile. At the fourth set of lights, turn left into a strip mall and Rein's Deli is facing you. It is very popular but even when quite busy one is able to get seat quickly.

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01-15-2009, 12:25 PM	#23
GUNNER Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Rein's deli Going south to NJ it's quite easy to find. Exit 65 to top of ramp & make right. Make left at next set of lights (1/4 mile) which are at strip mall & Rein's is straight ahead. Menu is huge & of course they have Deli section where you can order for takeout. If you are over 65, as we are, they have a basket full of sliced rye & pumpernickle bread "ends" (several slices of bread too small for sandwiches) which are free for the taking. We always take 1 or 2 packages with us. Gunner

01-16-2009, 09:06 PM	#25
Pineedles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Moultonborough & CT Posts: 2,535 Thanks: 1,059 Thanked 652 Times in 363 Posts	Sa Meredith I don't comment on former Yankee players. As you should know.

11-14-2009, 11:45 PM	#30
Rag Top Daze Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 119 Thanks: 11 Thanked 13 Times in 9 Posts	4 Happy diners We were making plans today to get together with friends this evening. We hadn't been to Mame's for several years. We just never think of it. Today I did and all 4 of us are glad I did. The food was very good. One order of prime rib, one of prime rib and baked stuffed shrimp and 2 orders of the seafood sampler. Not one complaint. The service couldn't have been better. We had a wonderful meal and plan to go back more often. __________________ I live for a rag top day

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11-16-2009, 10:26 AM	#32
Argie's Wife Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Alton Posts: 1,908 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 533 Thanked 579 Times in 260 Posts	There's often gift certificates for $25 to $50 off on Restaurant.com...

11-17-2009, 09:54 AM	#33
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Mame's was a great spot, not saying that it isn't now, they used to have this open faced sammich with roast beef, turkey and ham with broccoli and melted swiss cheese....(there might have been more on it, and I cant remember the name of it, but it was dee-lisious) do they still serve it? Does anyone know what I am talking about? __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

11-17-2009, 10:49 AM	#34
Old Hubbard Rd Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 462 Thanks: 141 Thanked 54 Times in 33 Posts	The Nightmare!! Mames famous open sandwich is The Nightmare!! It is always a good call. I enjoy Mames. John has tried his best through the past 27+ years to always be there and keep a eye on things. I enjoy the atmophere.

11-17-2009, 12:26 PM	#35
Heaven Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 516 Thanks: 126 Thanked 94 Times in 66 Posts	I don't agree, but I can see some people would be giving thumb down reviews based on the portion sizes (which are "the right size"!) instead of the huge grotesqueness sometimes found at other places.

11-17-2009, 01:20 PM	#36
Redwing Deceased Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Haven, Connecticut and summer resident of Moultonborough, NH since 1952 Posts: 216 Thanks: 324 Thanked 43 Times in 27 Posts	Mame's Here is the description of the "Nightmare" from Mame's luncheon menu: Luncheon Nightmare - $11.50 “We have had this one for 30 yrs.” Start with pumpernickel-rye swirl bread, add turkey, ham, broccoli, bacon, tomato, and mushrooms, topped with Swiss and baked in a cheese sauce en casserole. Have always loved Mame's. Our son is getting married in Meredith this winter at Church Landing, and his rehearsal dinner/reception will be at Mame's the night before. They have always been true and steady.

11-17-2009, 01:20 PM	#37
SIKSUKR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,075 Thanks: 215 Thanked 903 Times in 509 Posts	I guess large portions are now not politically correct either. __________________ SIKSUKR

11-18-2009, 10:11 AM	#39
Redwing Deceased Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Haven, Connecticut and summer resident of Moultonborough, NH since 1952 Posts: 216 Thanks: 324 Thanked 43 Times in 27 Posts	Same here, GBG And seeing your entire clan will be a real bonus!

11-18-2009, 11:26 AM	#40
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,512 Thanks: 3,118 Thanked 1,090 Times in 784 Posts	Ruebens, Mames anf Yuckaronis Mames was a family favorite during the 80's. Then prices started going up and we no longer go there. I did go to breakfast at Mames a couple of years back when George's had a line out to the sidewalk. I boast to my friend that Mames use real maple syrup. When we ordered they were out of maple syrup and gave us the artificial stuff! So my friend went next door and bought some maple syrup. The waitress wasn't pleased and service was lousy after that. Never been back since. My daughter lives in Brooklyn NY and she took me to a real Jewish deli. The rueben was opened face on Jewish rye, piled high with hot pastrami, saurkraut, horseradish sauce and a special cheese made with goat milk. The best I have tasted! My opinion is the horseradish sauce is much better than thousand island. My daughters and my grandchildren always consider the Kraft Mac and Cheese, 'Yuckaroni'. Nor do they care for the 'gourmet mac and cheese' you find at the restuarants. The Kraft 'Deluxe' Mac and Cheese or the velveeta Mac and cheese is what they like. I hope there are folks that have seen the making of pastrami on the Discover channel a few nights ago. It was very interesting as to how pastrami was made and why they make it that way. I won't go there. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

08-20-2010, 10:30 AM	#42
braunbayboater Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 22 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Reheasal dinner Our son is getting married at Church Landing in November. We were also thinking of Mame's for the reheasal dinner. How was the dinner - approximate cost for 30??