Lyons Den

Sully · 09-10-2017, 04:51 PM

My wife and I dined at the Lyon's Den last night with two of our close friends. Although we are all Lakes Region long timers, none of us had ever tried the Lyon's Den. It was forum reviews that influenced us to try it out. I am representing both couples as I share our thoughts with regard to reception, ambiance, service, food quality, and general appreciation for our patronage.
It sucked. Just a bit better than the New Woodshed.

ACME on the Broads · 09-10-2017, 05:14 PM

My wife and I also dined at the Lyon's Den recently and while the food was good, the service friendly(main courses took forever to come out of the kitchen on a not so busy night) portion size was only fair to light and it's highly unlikely we will return.

Other than a good view, not sure how they compare all around the LR but we have tried the Woodshed 3 xs this year and like Sully, would agree, both are only average at best. BTW, after paying the bill, no one ever came and thanked us for our business or inquired if we enjoyed our meals, common theme?

To each their own but, certainly there are far better restaurant choices around the lake.

rsmlp · 09-11-2017, 06:43 AM

Went Saturday night and was disappointing. First time in four visits this summer that it was underwhelming. Service was literally rude and food sub par.
I'll call it a one off for now...

joey2665 · 09-11-2017, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ACME on the Broads

My wife and I also dined at the Lyon's Den recently and while the food was good, the service friendly(main courses took forever to come out of the kitchen on a not so busy night) portion size was only fair to light and it's highly unlikely we will return.

Other than a good view, not sure how they compare all around the LR but we have tried the Woodshed 3 xs this year and like Sully, would agree, both are only average at best. BTW, after paying the bill, no one ever came and thanked us for our business or inquired if we enjoyed our meals, common theme?

To each their own but, certainly there are far better restaurant choices around the lake.

I agree, the atmosphere and service are excellent but I find the food average and the portions small. However I will give it one more chance because many have said the duck is excellent and I love duck so I will give it a try.

Sully · 09-11-2017, 03:24 PM

Where is ACME on the Broads?

ACME on the Broads · 09-11-2017, 07:59 PM

On Winnipesaukee, go North, you'll find it!

Hillcountry · 09-12-2017, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ACME on the Broads

On Winnipesaukee, go North, you'll find it!

I think ACME ON THE BROADS is where Wile E. Coyote buys all his contraptions to try to catch the Road Runner...

Sully · 09-12-2017, 10:35 AM

Thank you Hillcountry. I am no longer lost or confused.

ACME on the Broads · 09-14-2017, 09:39 AM

Hillcountry, I have no contraptions and supplying equipment to those seeking to catching the Road Runner is way in my past; Sully, you on the other hand may still be lost and confused......Back to the post, The Lyon's Den was not a good experience all around.

My best to you guys and the stuffed animals Lions at the Lyon's Den!

Outdoorsman · 09-14-2017, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ACME on the Broads

Hillcountry, I have no contraptions and supplying equipment to those seeking to catching the Road Runner is way in my past; Sully, you on the other hand may still be lost and confused......Back to the post, The Lyon's Den was not a good experience all around.

My best to you guys and the stuffed animals Lions at the Lyon's Den!

At the Gilford Walmart you can purchase a gallon of milk, everything you need to change your oil, new bedding for your guest room and a pair of slippers for everyday use. Perhaps you could find a sense of humor there too?

Back to the post ..... MEEP MEEP

thegreyghost · 09-14-2017, 06:30 PM

food sucks. it reminds me of the time i got burger king, went and shared it with my 89 year old grandmother in her living room. oh wait, that was actually better.

Descant · 09-14-2017, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by thegreyghost

food sucks. it reminds me of the time i got burger king, went and shared it with my 89 year old grandmother in her living room. oh wait, that was actually better.

Good reason to keep your status as a junior member.

ishoot308 · 09-14-2017, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Good reason to keep your status as a junior member.

Where's the Thanks button when I need it!

Dan

Hillcountry · 09-14-2017, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by thegreyghost

food sucks. it reminds me of the time i got burger king, went and shared it with my 89 year old grandmother in her living room. oh wait, that was actually better.

Sounds like cruel and unusual abuse of an elderly person.

TiltonBB · 09-14-2017, 09:11 PM

We had lunch on a Sunday a few weeks ago at the Lion's Den. Both of us thought it was great and the price was fair.

It was so good that last Sunday I made a reservation for 6 people and we went again. Everyone had nothing but compliments for the Lion's den. Good food at a fair price.

Biggd · 09-15-2017, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by thegreyghost

food sucks. it reminds me of the time i got burger king, went and shared it with my 89 year old grandmother in her living room. oh wait, that was actually better.

If you like Burger king we know where your taste buds are.

GBGX2 · 09-15-2017, 08:07 AM

We dine out at lunch time a great deal......

Revolution, La Corona & Grill 110(Rochester), Dockside, Shibley's, J.P China, Ackerly's (Alton), Nolan's & Garwood's (Wolfeboro Side), Fratello's, Patrick's, Ellacoya and Lyon's Den (Laconia Side) to name a few of our favorites.

While Shibley's is probably our favorite go to place (we are prejudiced as we know the owners and many of the server's personally but still find the food excellent)..... we find Lyon's Den to be very good as well. We have always found the food to be well prepared, interesting specials and fairly priced. We generally sit at the bar and all the service (Bartenders) have been great.

We try and stay real in our expectations understanding the labor challenges and the nature of going to seasonal restaurants. We would recommend Lyon's Den to anyone !

GodSmile · 09-15-2017, 09:30 AM

Now that we live in the area, we don't seem to eat out as often, but we've been to the Lyon's Den quite a few times over the years (both the bar and the dining room) and we've always had a good experience. Good food, good service, fair prices.

Woody38 · 09-16-2017, 07:01 PM

We had dinner at the Lyons Den last night. Great experience. I ordered the duck again. Must have been a huge duck as I ate more than my usual amount and took enough home to last the dogs and myself probably 3 days.
After we ordered our server stopped by to refill my coffee and told my wife they were making her salad. Actually the salad turned out to be a masterpiece: several different types of lettuce, black olives, julienne carrots and cucumber. Apparently home made blue cheese dressing.
Another night out to remember.

ACME on the Broads · 06-12-2022, 11:55 AM

Home of The Whopper!

09-10-2017, 05:14 PM	#2
ACME on the Broads Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 109 Thanks: 481 Thanked 105 Times in 49 Posts	A Bad Night Perhaps? My wife and I also dined at the Lyon's Den recently and while the food was good, the service friendly(main courses took forever to come out of the kitchen on a not so busy night) portion size was only fair to light and it's highly unlikely we will return. Other than a good view, not sure how they compare all around the LR but we have tried the Woodshed 3 xs this year and like Sully, would agree, both are only average at best. BTW, after paying the bill, no one ever came and thanked us for our business or inquired if we enjoyed our meals, common theme? To each their own but, certainly there are far better restaurant choices around the lake.

09-11-2017, 06:43 AM	#3
rsmlp Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 475 Thanks: 5 Thanked 164 Times in 84 Posts	woodshed Went Saturday night and was disappointing. First time in four visits this summer that it was underwhelming. Service was literally rude and food sub par. I'll call it a one off for now...

09-14-2017, 06:30 PM	#11
thegreyghost Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 15 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 8 Posts	lyons den food sucks. it reminds me of the time i got burger king, went and shared it with my 89 year old grandmother in her living room. oh wait, that was actually better.

09-15-2017, 08:07 AM	#17
GBGX2 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alton Posts: 219 Thanks: 206 Thanked 187 Times in 61 Posts	Got to jump in here........... We dine out at lunch time a great deal...... Revolution, La Corona & Grill 110(Rochester), Dockside, Shibley's, J.P China, Ackerly's (Alton), Nolan's & Garwood's (Wolfeboro Side), Fratello's, Patrick's, Ellacoya and Lyon's Den (Laconia Side) to name a few of our favorites. While Shibley's is probably our favorite go to place (we are prejudiced as we know the owners and many of the server's personally but still find the food excellent)..... we find Lyon's Den to be very good as well. We have always found the food to be well prepared, interesting specials and fairly priced. We generally sit at the bar and all the service (Bartenders) have been great. We try and stay real in our expectations understanding the labor challenges and the nature of going to seasonal restaurants. We would recommend Lyon's Den to anyone !

09-15-2017, 09:30 AM	#18
GodSmile Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 190 Thanks: 91 Thanked 57 Times in 37 Posts	Lyon's Den Now that we live in the area, we don't seem to eat out as often, but we've been to the Lyon's Den quite a few times over the years (both the bar and the dining room) and we've always had a good experience. Good food, good service, fair prices.

09-10-2017, 04:51 PM	#1
Sully Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 49 Thanks: 110 Thanked 10 Times in 6 Posts	My wife and I dined at the Lyon's Den last night with two of our close friends. Although we are all Lakes Region long timers, none of us had ever tried the Lyon's Den. It was forum reviews that influenced us to try it out. I am representing both couples as I share our thoughts with regard to reception, ambiance, service, food quality, and general appreciation for our patronage. It sucked. Just a bit better than the New Woodshed.

09-11-2017, 03:24 PM	#5
Sully Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 49 Thanks: 110 Thanked 10 Times in 6 Posts	Where is ACME on the Broads?

09-11-2017, 07:59 PM	#6
ACME on the Broads Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 109 Thanks: 481 Thanked 105 Times in 49 Posts	On Winnipesaukee, go North, you'll find it!

09-12-2017, 10:35 AM	#8
Sully Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 49 Thanks: 110 Thanked 10 Times in 6 Posts	Thank you Hillcountry. I am no longer lost or confused.

09-14-2017, 09:39 AM	#9
ACME on the Broads Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 109 Thanks: 481 Thanked 105 Times in 49 Posts	Hillcountry, I have no contraptions and supplying equipment to those seeking to catching the Road Runner is way in my past; Sully, you on the other hand may still be lost and confused......Back to the post, The Lyon's Den was not a good experience all around. My best to you guys and the stuffed animals Lions at the Lyon's Den!

09-14-2017, 09:11 PM	#15
TiltonBB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gilford, NH and Florida Posts: 3,009 Thanks: 699 Thanked 2,203 Times in 937 Posts	We had lunch on a Sunday a few weeks ago at the Lion's Den. Both of us thought it was great and the price was fair. It was so good that last Sunday I made a reservation for 6 people and we went again. Everyone had nothing but compliments for the Lion's den. Good food at a fair price.

09-16-2017, 07:01 PM	#19
Woody38 Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 578 Thanks: 46 Thanked 110 Times in 81 Posts	We had dinner at the Lyons Den last night. Great experience. I ordered the duck again. Must have been a huge duck as I ate more than my usual amount and took enough home to last the dogs and myself probably 3 days. After we ordered our server stopped by to refill my coffee and told my wife they were making her salad. Actually the salad turned out to be a masterpiece: several different types of lettuce, black olives, julienne carrots and cucumber. Apparently home made blue cheese dressing. Another night out to remember.

06-12-2022, 11:55 AM	#20
ACME on the Broads Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 109 Thanks: 481 Thanked 105 Times in 49 Posts	Ld Home of The Whopper!