T-Bones, Patrick's & Lyons Den

SteveA · 04-26-2014, 07:09 AM

Great reviews, all good restaurants, though I'm not crazy about Patrick's. Too jammed in and too noisy.

I am concerned that you should consider a Cholesterol test fairly soon..

BroadHopper · 04-26-2014, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveA

Great reviews, all good restaurants, though I'm not crazy about Patrick's. Too jammed in and too noisy.

I am concerned that you should consider a Cholesterol test fairly soon..

Off season, during the week, Patrick's is fine.

My personal trainer would kill me if I had that much beef!

You should seriously add Avery's in Lakeport, 405 Grill and Local Eatery to or itinerary. Also Tavern 27. You wont be disappointed.

mets3007 · 05-01-2014, 10:30 PM

Patrick's is good, me and my dad would go there on early or mid week when its not as noisy and T Bone's was one of my favorite places the last 2 years I went to NH ( 2008 and 2009).

BroadHopper · 07-22-2014, 02:51 PM

The miss and I shared this summer special. The whole bellied clams, shrimp, scallops and haddock were fried to perfection! Home made cole slaw, French fries and onion rings compliment the seafood. Even the tarter sauce was gourmet. The best fried seafood plate I've had since the Clam Shack in Kennebunkport! The meal is definitely for two and then some which we took home.

I don't know what was in the batter, but it was very light with a hint of spice. I did not feel greasy at all and the fried food did not bother my stomach.

We saw a fantastic sunset off the patio overlooking Paugus Bay. It was an evening to remember.

Phantom · 07-22-2014, 03:36 PM

Always accommodating.......

Always friendly & great service........

Always great food !

If the choice is between the three listed (all good places) -- Lyon's Den wins hands down

My only gripe is that it has become too popular and I now have to scramble at times to get a slip (damn how I hate to drive by car) or find my favorite table already reserved (how dare they) !!

Not a bad thing for Lauren/ Nicole though, they have built a GREAT reputation through the past years!

psssst ... heading up next week.

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Ross_t · 07-24-2014, 09:30 AM

My wife and I weren't happy with our last trip to Patricks. We both ordered open face turkey sandwiches, listed on the outside sign as a special We hoped for a good quick lunch, but ended up with a bland meal and really, really slow service. I guess when I have a craving for turkey, I'll go to Harts.

BroadHopper · 07-24-2014, 11:03 AM

As you can see we ate during the week. We always seem to have bad service on weekends when the restaurants are mobbed. Perhaps ross_t hit Patrick's on a weekend?

My opinion of Harts' is very bland food with a menu that have not been updated for decades.

BrownstoneNorth · 07-24-2014, 01:10 PM

Our party of four had a wonderful dining experience at Lyon's Den on Tuesday evening. Everything was great, as usual -- the food (duck, scampi, fish chowder, salads), owner Lauren, and the waitstaff. Our first choice for taking out-of-town visitors because it's so consistent.

jrc · 07-24-2014, 01:10 PM

What I noticed and complained about before is exactly the opposite at Patrick's. They seem to have poor service during slow times. I've been there on a hopping Saturday night, great food, great service. But went for a late lunch at 3pm on a Wednesday, painful, definitely got the "B" team. I know a lot of places used to close between lunch and dinner, but they have the bar.

brk-lnt · 07-24-2014, 02:12 PM

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What I noticed and complained about before is exactly the opposite at Patrick's. They seem to have poor service during slow times. I've been there on a hopping Saturday night, great food, great service. But went for a late lunch at 3pm on a Wednesday, painful, definitely got the "B" team. I know a lot of places used to close between lunch and dinner, but they have the bar.

That has been our experience as well. Only 2 visits, both during non-peak hours, both times resulting in an experience that probably won't lead to a 3rd visit.

Dave R · 07-24-2014, 02:13 PM

How are the prices at Lyons Den? Thinking about dinner by boat Friday evening, will I be able to get dock space?

ishoot308 · 07-24-2014, 02:29 PM

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How are the prices at Lyons Den? Thinking about dinner by boat Friday evening, will I be able to get dock space?

Prices are reasonable and food is great! Dock space is limited to dock #1 only (far right as viewed from water) unless you are a Gilford island resident. Be sure not to park in the unload only areas also. These are clearly marked on the uprights. I think you will be O.K. on Friday, go a little early 6:00ish if possible. Best to make reservations.

Enjoy!

Dan

BroadHopper · 07-24-2014, 02:32 PM

I would reserve ahead for a window seat. Friday nights are packed!

As for dock space, unless you have a Gilford sticker, space is very limited.

Dave R · 07-25-2014, 06:19 AM

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I would reserve ahead for a window seat. Friday nights are packed!

As for dock space, unless you have a Gilford sticker, space is very limited.

Limited dock space means I don't want to make a reservation (and have nowhere to tie up...). Gonna grill some shrimp and steak on the boat instead.

fpartri497 · 07-25-2014, 07:01 AM

went there about 5:30 last night for dinner. was seated Immediately even though the place was packed with concert goers.then the wait. 49 min. after we placed our order for food, we got our medioca dinner. It was nothing to write home about but not horrible.

This was the second time this Mth. this has happened to us. Mgr. told us Its because of the concerts. don't have enough staff to handle. I said shame on you. not sure If I will go back or not

Bumble2249 · 07-25-2014, 10:11 AM

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went there about 5:30 last night for dinner. was seated Immediately even though the place was packed with concert goers.then the wait. 49 min. after we placed our order for food, we got our medioca dinner. It was nothing to write home about but not horrible.

This was the second time this Mth. this has happened to us. Mgr. told us Its because of the concerts. don't have enough staff to handle. I said shame on you. not sure If I will go back or not

Eat Local.

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jrc · 07-25-2014, 02:18 PM

CJ = Cactus Jacks = local restaurant

What are you talking about?

BroadHopper · 07-25-2014, 02:56 PM

CJ's is a zoo, noisy and totally different atmosphere. I have better luck upstairs (T-Bones).

I can't understand why the management will not allow CJ menu upstairs and vice versa. I also found I can't order beer served downstairs, upstairs and vice versa.

Bumble2249 · 07-25-2014, 09:19 PM

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CJ = Cactus Jacks = local restaurant

What are you talking about?

Really??? Local restaurant means a restaurant owned by a LOCAL. Not a corporation.

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VitaBene · 07-25-2014, 10:04 PM

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Really??? Local restaurant means a restaurant owned by a LOCAL. Not a corporation.

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Sorry, but eat local means different things to different people. You probably should refrain some from disparaging other restaurants when you obviously are in the business locally.

Which restaurant do you work at?

Any wise restaurateur incorporates

Bumble2249 · 07-26-2014, 08:16 AM

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Sorry, but eat local means different things to different people. You probably should refrain some from disparaging other restaurants when you obviously are in the business locally.

Which restaurant do you work at?

Any wise restaurateur incorporates

Sorry but I don't work at any restaurant. Eat local, shop local, support local business owners. Does that make sense? Maybe I'm out of line and I'm sure you'll let me know, but like to eat at locally owned establishments. Just like I would shop at my local grocer rather than the big box store.

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Resident 2B · 07-25-2014, 11:32 PM

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Really??? Local restaurant means a restaurant owned by a LOCAL. Not a corporation.

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It may mean that to you, but it does not mean that to me. To me, eat local means eat close to where you are staying. I could care less who owns it. If it is good, I go there. That said, best around the Lanocia/Gilford area is Lyon's Den, in my opinion. It happens to be owned by local folks who do a great job.

R2B

07-22-2014, 02:51 PM	#4
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,577 Thanks: 3,220 Thanked 1,103 Times in 794 Posts	King's Catch The miss and I shared this summer special. The whole bellied clams, shrimp, scallops and haddock were fried to perfection! Home made cole slaw, French fries and onion rings compliment the seafood. Even the tarter sauce was gourmet. The best fried seafood plate I've had since the Clam Shack in Kennebunkport! The meal is definitely for two and then some which we took home. I don't know what was in the batter, but it was very light with a hint of spice. I did not feel greasy at all and the fried food did not bother my stomach. We saw a fantastic sunset off the patio overlooking Paugus Bay. It was an evening to remember. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

07-22-2014, 03:36 PM	#5
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	Always accommodating....... Always friendly & great service........ Always great food ! If the choice is between the three listed (all good places) -- Lyon's Den wins hands down My only gripe is that it has become too popular and I now have to scramble at times to get a slip (damn how I hate to drive by car) or find my favorite table already reserved (how dare they) !! Not a bad thing for Lauren/ Nicole though, they have built a GREAT reputation through the past years! psssst ... heading up next week. . __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

07-24-2014, 09:30 AM	#6
Ross_t Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashua, NH Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Patricks My wife and I weren't happy with our last trip to Patricks. We both ordered open face turkey sandwiches, listed on the outside sign as a special We hoped for a good quick lunch, but ended up with a bland meal and really, really slow service. I guess when I have a craving for turkey, I'll go to Harts.

07-24-2014, 11:03 AM	#7
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,577 Thanks: 3,220 Thanked 1,103 Times in 794 Posts	Time of week As you can see we ate during the week. We always seem to have bad service on weekends when the restaurants are mobbed. Perhaps ross_t hit Patrick's on a weekend? My opinion of Harts' is very bland food with a menu that have not been updated for decades. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

07-24-2014, 01:10 PM	#8
BrownstoneNorth Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 212 Thanks: 110 Thanked 131 Times in 71 Posts	More kudos for Lyon's Den Our party of four had a wonderful dining experience at Lyon's Den on Tuesday evening. Everything was great, as usual -- the food (duck, scampi, fish chowder, salads), owner Lauren, and the waitstaff. Our first choice for taking out-of-town visitors because it's so consistent. Last edited by BrownstoneNorth; 07-24-2014 at 01:11 PM. Reason: stray asterisks

04-26-2014, 07:09 AM	#1
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	hmmm.. Great reviews, all good restaurants, though I'm not crazy about Patrick's. Too jammed in and too noisy. I am concerned that you should consider a Cholesterol test fairly soon.. __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown

05-01-2014, 10:30 PM	#3
mets3007 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 170 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Patrick's is good, me and my dad would go there on early or mid week when its not as noisy and T Bone's was one of my favorite places the last 2 years I went to NH ( 2008 and 2009).

07-24-2014, 01:10 PM	#9
jrc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,689 Thanks: 33 Thanked 439 Times in 249 Posts	What I noticed and complained about before is exactly the opposite at Patrick's. They seem to have poor service during slow times. I've been there on a hopping Saturday night, great food, great service. But went for a late lunch at 3pm on a Wednesday, painful, definitely got the "B" team. I know a lot of places used to close between lunch and dinner, but they have the bar.

07-24-2014, 02:13 PM	#11
Dave R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 2,985 Thanks: 246 Thanked 744 Times in 444 Posts	How are the prices at Lyons Den? Thinking about dinner by boat Friday evening, will I be able to get dock space?

07-24-2014, 02:32 PM	#13
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,577 Thanks: 3,220 Thanked 1,103 Times in 794 Posts	Friday night I would reserve ahead for a window seat. Friday nights are packed! As for dock space, unless you have a Gilford sticker, space is very limited. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

07-25-2014, 07:01 AM	#15
fpartri497 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Concord NH Posts: 681 Thanks: 97 Thanked 48 Times in 39 Posts	C Js went there about 5:30 last night for dinner. was seated Immediately even though the place was packed with concert goers.then the wait. 49 min. after we placed our order for food, we got our medioca dinner. It was nothing to write home about but not horrible. This was the second time this Mth. this has happened to us. Mgr. told us Its because of the concerts. don't have enough staff to handle. I said shame on you. not sure If I will go back or not __________________ dont worry be happy

07-25-2014, 02:18 PM	#17
jrc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,689 Thanks: 33 Thanked 439 Times in 249 Posts	CJ = Cactus Jacks = local restaurant What are you talking about?

07-25-2014, 02:56 PM	#18
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,577 Thanks: 3,220 Thanked 1,103 Times in 794 Posts	Better luck upstairs. CJ's is a zoo, noisy and totally different atmosphere. I have better luck upstairs (T-Bones). I can't understand why the management will not allow CJ menu upstairs and vice versa. I also found I can't order beer served downstairs, upstairs and vice versa. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.