Good place to watch the Patriots?

NavGirl316 · 10-19-2007, 12:58 PM

Any recommendations on a good bar/restaurant around the lake to catch the Pats games on Sundays?

ghfromaltonbay · 10-19-2007, 01:02 PM

Patrick's pub in Gilford is a popular spot -- and the food is great!

AC2717 · 10-19-2007, 01:15 PM

If you sit are the bar have some good TV's plus they have $1.99 20oz Bud's and bud light draughts and/or Sam Adams 16oz draught for the same price whenever a New England Pro sports team is playing. Plus the appey's are good. Even if you do to sit at the bar, might not be able to see the tv's but still get the beer pricing

sa meredith · 10-20-2007, 07:54 AM

Gotta say, I agree with the Tbones/ CJ's selection. Upstairs (Tbones) you would probably have to sit at the bar to see the TV's (which are great BTW), but if you are going out for the purpose of watching sports, go downstairs (CJ's)...probably the best bar on the lake. If you have not been, and enjoy doing a little "bar hanging" while watching sports, CJ's is a must see.

Phantom · 10-20-2007, 09:46 AM

NavGirl -- Another GREAT spot is CJ Avery's in Lakeport ....... Not to be confused with SA Merideth's suggestion -- her CJ's was "Cactus Jack" / T-Bones.

The place was recently done over -- I think to be more on par with Patrick's --they have a large bar area now with a lot of "Hi-Top" seating and there are in the vacinity of 7 new flat screens surrounding the room. It's (in my opinion) better than Patricks in that if your serious about watching the game, at least here you can see/hear it !!!

If you haven't been there this season, you won't believe the renovations that have been done.

No -- I have no connection with the place.

Lakegeezer · 10-20-2007, 04:09 PM

If you are looking to watch the game up in the northeast corner of the lake, check out just east of the intersection of Route 25 and Moultonboro Neck Road. Its about a mile or East of Center Harbor. The Bad Moose Cafe has several TV screens, many types of beer on tap and good pub food. Great chili and big salads. There is an outside porch to use if its warm, but I don't think they normally have TV's out there. Go Pats!

NavGirl316 · 10-21-2007, 08:23 AM

Thanks for all the great tips!!...Sounds like there're a quite a few good options out there (may just have to test them all over the next several weeks while the Pats pave their way to Phoenix

)...I definitely do care about being able to both see and hear the game. Haven't been to Avery's in ages - sounds like it's undergone quite a transformation!

trfour · 10-21-2007, 11:16 AM

they are fun destinations by snowmobile as well!

Super Bowl?.. Go Pat's!!

Weirs guy · 10-22-2007, 11:10 AM

Try the Gringo at the Weirs. Boat and sled access, very quiet right now and I think the drafts are $1.75 with Cousin Bobs big 'ol TV.

Cristen · 10-29-2007, 12:38 PM

Giuseppe's at Mill Falls in Meredith has a great bar for watching the Pat's. They have a cool bar area.

dpg · 10-30-2007, 05:34 AM

Your living room.

murph · 11-01-2007, 05:01 PM

The Mug has a good setup for watching the game

soxie · 09-06-2008, 11:13 AM

Michael's is doing a special for the Pat's game on Sunday. Supposed to have 3 big screen TVs and all you can eat tailgating buffet for $8.00- set up in the back function room. Sounds like fun but I will be in Foxboro

at the game. Anyone who might happen to go, I would love to hear about it as I am also always looking for a good place to watch Pats and Sox games. Got to love New England sports!!!!!

steadyon · 09-06-2008, 03:27 PM

where is Michaels?
it sounds like fun. tail gate snacks!

sa meredith · 09-06-2008, 03:31 PM

Section 122, Row 17
The picture comes in great, and there are no commercials.

Meredith Resident · 09-06-2008, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Lakegeezer

If you are looking to watch the game up in the northeast corner of the lake, check out just east of the intersection of Route 25 and Moultonboro Neck Road. Its about a mile or East of Center Harbor. The Bad Moose Cafe has several TV screens, many types of beer on tap and good pub food. Great chili and big salads. There is an outside porch to use if its warm, but I don't think they normally have TV's out there. Go Pats!

Umm the bad moose went to foreclosure last winter. It is now a Subway. It's too bad Roger was a great guy, and put his heart and soul into the business.

Meredith Resident · 09-06-2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by trfour

they are fun destinations by snowmobile as well!

Super Bowl?.. Go Pat's!!

Sorry...All you will get will be a mouth full of Subway for your next visit, even if it is via snowmobile. The Bad Moose has been put to sleep.

Meredith Resident · 09-06-2008, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by NavGirl316

Any recommendations on a good bar/restaurant around the lake to catch the Pats games on Sundays?

I like going to Jo Green's for the game. They have a great place right on the water front of Wolfeboro, with an amazing view. Plus they have the games in HD.
I usually bring a dollarsaver certificate and get 30%-50% off my meal, and drink.

http://dollarsavershow.com/Category....ategory_id=143

soxie · 09-06-2008, 04:06 PM

Michael's is at the former Willow's location at Weirs Beach. Nice friendly place.... Great seats sa but I think I got you beat section 102 row 8. Can't wait to get that party started. GO PATS!!!

(Sorry for yelling)

chipj29 · 09-06-2008, 05:43 PM

soxie and sa meredith...
Great seats. But it is quite a bit cheaper to watch the game at home. For a few years, I had tix in section 105. They were expensive when they were $99. They were getting crazy at $125. Now at $169, that is just plain crazy.
I can go to almost any game in those seats, but I have been choosing not to, due to the cost. I will prob go to one game this year, but will get SRO tix. At least those are under 100 bucks.

Anyway, I will be watching the game in HD on my 42" LCD.

sa meredith · 09-06-2008, 07:06 PM

Chipj, You're right about the money...it is now completely out of hand. In 1990 (Rod Rust) I bought my first two season tickets...$18 a game (8 plus two preseasons) for total of $360 for both season tickets. Over the years I added 4 more and carried six for a while, and it was tough finding 6 people to go. Very lean years...Rust, McPherson, etc. etc. I actually remember having to explain to people what tailgating was, and why we needed to be on the road at 8AM for a 1PM game.
And now...well, It's quite different. To be truthful, I often miss the old days alot. Real football fans, tailgating in all the little "nook and cranny" dirt parking lots. 40000 fans in a stadium that held 60000...but it was a blast.
I've had my fill of today's "pink hats" (if someone doesn't know what that mean, never mind). The old days were real fun...and affordable. You can still find some of those people...we recently switched from the same parking spot in the main lot for 4 years, to Outlaw BBQ (the old Spaghetti Eddy's) and it is pretty hard core over there.
Anyway...got off track...I gave my seats up ($$$$) a few years back, and now 7 guys share 5 seats. Everyone gets to 5 or 6 games....The real reason we all still do it, is as everyone grows older, and moves, has kids, birthday parties, soccer games, whatever, it keeps "our group" together and in touch. The only we all get together if for these games...so it is money well spent. Although now, between ticket, parking, gas, and tailgating, a Sunday in Foxboro sets me back $200. It is getting tough.

VitaBene · 09-06-2008, 07:27 PM

If you are in Moultonborough, Buckeys is a great place to check out the game- 3 large screen high def TVs!

Waterbaby · 09-06-2008, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by dpg

Your living room.

My living room is my favorite place -- tix and drinks are inexpensive, and the company can't be beat! (Plus I see the game closer up on TV than I would at the stadium,

)

VitaBene · 09-06-2008, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Waterbaby

My living room is my favorite place -- tix and drinks are inexpensive, and the company can't be beat! (Plus I see the game closer up on TV than I would at the stadium,

)

Is that an invite WB!?! Forum fest at WB's place!!

I have season's tickets through work but I prefer to watch at home as well! I usually only go to 3-4 games a year max.

Waterbaby · 09-06-2008, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by VitaBene

Is that an invite WB!?! Forum fest at WB's place!!

I have season's tickets through work but I prefer to watch at home as well! I usually only go to 3-4 games a year max.

I have nothing to say about that, lol! Good response! (However, if I could determine the weather in advance, and figure out how to move the TV onto the deck, along with the surround sound so it sounds like we're actually there at the game......... hubby would probably love me forever! We could charge admission!)

I am laughing so hard at your reponse, I'm definitely going to sleep well tonite -- thank you! (Laughter is the best medicine!)

soxie · 09-06-2008, 10:27 PM

I have to agree the price of tickets is outrageous-however one of life's pleasures I am willing to spurge on once (or maybe twice a year). I feel the same about Sox-Yankee's games , cost a fortune but I go to at least once a year (there's nothing like that experience) You only live once , and I'll give up a manicure/pedicure/facial any day for a day at Fenway or Gillette.
PS I was around in the old days when we had the best QB of all time (Grogan) and no real support for him-- they used to let you in to the games at halftime for free just to try and fill the stadium. I do enjoy watching the game on HD at home with the advantage of instant replay ,cheap drinks and a clean bathroom, but it's also fun (alot) to be there. Also sometimes fun to go to a local place where others share your interest (or passion) as the case may be.

chipj29 · 09-08-2008, 09:24 AM

Well, yesterday there was no good place to be watching the Pats. Good to get the win, but man, losing Brady is a tough loss. Should be an interesting season...

SIKSUKR · 09-08-2008, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by chipj29

Well, yesterday there was no good place to be watching the Pats. Good to get the win, but man, losing Brady is a tough loss. Should be an interesting season...

You got it.Rather have seen a loss and Brady out for a week or two.Kind of ironic that this is the first week in 5-6 years that Brady was not on the injured list and he winds up injured.Uuugghh!Oh well,Sox will take over the east by tomorrow.Small consulation.

Shore Driver · 09-16-2008, 09:37 AM

The lounge upstairs at Mame's is warm and charming. TVs could be bigger though.

Ropetow · 09-22-2008, 08:08 PM

When in the Dover area you've got to see the Pats at The Loft on Route 108....above Strafford Farms restaurant. Pats game special....large pizza for $9.99 with a 50+ oz. pitcher of Bud or Bud Lite for a penny. This special is also good for Monday night football....

COWISLAND NH · 09-23-2008, 09:51 AM

We went to the Upper Deck in Wolfboro Sunday and got to watch the Red Sox and the Pats...but we had to beg the owner to turn up the Patriots so we could just barley hear what was going on. It was plenty packed w/ Patriot fans (& Red Sox)...very dissapointed in his choice

BroadHopper · 09-23-2008, 09:54 AM

was never a good place to watch games. I go to the Wolfeboro Inn.

lucknow98 · 10-18-2008, 02:19 PM

Try Buckey's to watch the game! In the bar there is a 52" plasma, a 37" LCD both in HD. There are 5 other televisions throughout the restaurant including a massive 70" with comfortable seating in front of it. Also, Buckey's usually runs a game themed special menu on game days and includes very tasty Garlic Fries!

VitaBene · 10-19-2008, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by lucknow98

Try Buckey's to watch the game! In the bar there is a 52" plasma, a 37" LCD both in HD. There are 5 other televisions throughout the restaurant including a massive 70" with comfortable seating in front of it. Also, Buckey's usually runs a game themed special menu on game days and includes very tasty Garlic Fries!

I second Buckey's if you are on that side of the lake! They have great TVs

10-19-2007, 12:58 PM	#1
NavGirl316 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Good place to watch the Patriots? Any recommendations on a good bar/restaurant around the lake to catch the Pats games on Sundays?

10-19-2007, 01:02 PM	#2
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 818 Thanks: 245 Thanked 223 Times in 129 Posts	Patriots Games Patrick's pub in Gilford is a popular spot -- and the food is great!

10-19-2007, 01:15 PM	#3
AC2717 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Maynard, MA & Paugus Bay Posts: 2,521 Thanks: 747 Thanked 344 Times in 257 Posts	Tbones or CJ's is not bad If you sit are the bar have some good TV's plus they have $1.99 20oz Bud's and bud light draughts and/or Sam Adams 16oz draught for the same price whenever a New England Pro sports team is playing. Plus the appey's are good. Even if you do to sit at the bar, might not be able to see the tv's but still get the beer pricing

10-20-2007, 07:54 AM	#4
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	I agree... Gotta say, I agree with the Tbones/ CJ's selection. Upstairs (Tbones) you would probably have to sit at the bar to see the TV's (which are great BTW), but if you are going out for the purpose of watching sports, go downstairs (CJ's)...probably the best bar on the lake. If you have not been, and enjoy doing a little "bar hanging" while watching sports, CJ's is a must see.

10-20-2007, 09:46 AM	#5
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,931 Thanks: 445 Thanked 604 Times in 340 Posts	NavGirl -- Another GREAT spot is CJ Avery's in Lakeport ....... Not to be confused with SA Merideth's suggestion -- her CJ's was "Cactus Jack" / T-Bones. The place was recently done over -- I think to be more on par with Patrick's --they have a large bar area now with a lot of "Hi-Top" seating and there are in the vacinity of 7 new flat screens surrounding the room. It's (in my opinion) better than Patricks in that if your serious about watching the game, at least here you can see/hear it !!! If you haven't been there this season, you won't believe the renovations that have been done. No -- I have no connection with the place. __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

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10-20-2007, 04:09 PM	#6
Lakegeezer Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Moultonboro, NH Posts: 1,657 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 342 Thanked 618 Times in 278 Posts	The Bad Moose Cafe If you are looking to watch the game up in the northeast corner of the lake, check out just east of the intersection of Route 25 and Moultonboro Neck Road. Its about a mile or East of Center Harbor. The Bad Moose Cafe has several TV screens, many types of beer on tap and good pub food. Great chili and big salads. There is an outside porch to use if its warm, but I don't think they normally have TV's out there. Go Pats! __________________ -lg

10-21-2007, 08:23 AM	#7
NavGirl316 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks for all the great tips!!...Sounds like there're a quite a few good options out there (may just have to test them all over the next several weeks while the Pats pave their way to Phoenix )...I definitely do care about being able to both see and hear the game. Haven't been to Avery's in ages - sounds like it's undergone quite a transformation!

10-21-2007, 11:16 AM	#8
trfour Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Lakes, Central NH. and Dallas/Fort Worth TX. Posts: 3,694 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 3,069 Thanked 472 Times in 236 Posts	Should it snow, they are fun destinations by snowmobile as well! Super Bowl?.. Go Pat's!! Attached Images __________________ *trfour* Always Remember, The Best Safety Device In The Boat, or on a PWC Snowmobile etc., Is YOU! Safe sledding tips and much more; http://www.snowmobile.org/snowmobiling-safety.html

10-22-2007, 11:10 AM	#9
Weirs guy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Weirs Beach, NH Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Try the Gringo at the Weirs. Boat and sled access, very quiet right now and I think the drafts are $1.75 with Cousin Bobs big 'ol TV. __________________ Is it bikeweek yet? Now?

10-29-2007, 12:38 PM	#10
Cristen Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 143 Thanks: 25 Thanked 11 Times in 6 Posts	Watching Pat's Games at Giuseppe's Giuseppe's at Mill Falls in Meredith has a great bar for watching the Pat's. They have a cool bar area.

10-30-2007, 05:34 AM	#11
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,560 Thanks: 149 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	Your living room.

11-01-2007, 05:01 PM	#12
murph Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Westford/Meredith Posts: 66 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Mug The Mug has a good setup for watching the game

09-06-2008, 11:13 AM	#13
soxie Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Pat's game at Michael's Michael's is doing a special for the Pat's game on Sunday. Supposed to have 3 big screen TVs and all you can eat tailgating buffet for $8.00- set up in the back function room. Sounds like fun but I will be in Foxboro at the game. Anyone who might happen to go, I would love to hear about it as I am also always looking for a good place to watch Pats and Sox games. Got to love New England sports!!!!!

09-06-2008, 03:27 PM	#14
steadyon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Meredith Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	where is Michaels? it sounds like fun. tail gate snacks!

09-06-2008, 03:31 PM	#15
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	Place to watch the Pats.... Section 122, Row 17 The picture comes in great, and there are no commercials.

09-06-2008, 04:06 PM	#19
soxie Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	great seats Michael's is at the former Willow's location at Weirs Beach. Nice friendly place.... Great seats sa but I think I got you beat section 102 row 8. Can't wait to get that party started. GO PATS!!! (Sorry for yelling)

09-06-2008, 05:43 PM	#20
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	soxie and sa meredith... Great seats. But it is quite a bit cheaper to watch the game at home. For a few years, I had tix in section 105. They were expensive when they were $99. They were getting crazy at $125. Now at $169, that is just plain crazy. I can go to almost any game in those seats, but I have been choosing not to, due to the cost. I will prob go to one game this year, but will get SRO tix. At least those are under 100 bucks. Anyway, I will be watching the game in HD on my 42" LCD. __________________ Getting ready for winter!

09-06-2008, 07:06 PM	#21
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	$$$$ Chipj, You're right about the money...it is now completely out of hand. In 1990 (Rod Rust) I bought my first two season tickets...$18 a game (8 plus two preseasons) for total of $360 for both season tickets. Over the years I added 4 more and carried six for a while, and it was tough finding 6 people to go. Very lean years...Rust, McPherson, etc. etc. I actually remember having to explain to people what tailgating was, and why we needed to be on the road at 8AM for a 1PM game. And now...well, It's quite different. To be truthful, I often miss the old days alot. Real football fans, tailgating in all the little "nook and cranny" dirt parking lots. 40000 fans in a stadium that held 60000...but it was a blast. I've had my fill of today's "pink hats" (if someone doesn't know what that mean, never mind). The old days were real fun...and affordable. You can still find some of those people...we recently switched from the same parking spot in the main lot for 4 years, to Outlaw BBQ (the old Spaghetti Eddy's) and it is pretty hard core over there. Anyway...got off track...I gave my seats up ($$$$) a few years back, and now 7 guys share 5 seats. Everyone gets to 5 or 6 games....The real reason we all still do it, is as everyone grows older, and moves, has kids, birthday parties, soccer games, whatever, it keeps "our group" together and in touch. The only we all get together if for these games...so it is money well spent. Although now, between ticket, parking, gas, and tailgating, a Sunday in Foxboro sets me back $200. It is getting tough.

09-06-2008, 07:27 PM	#22
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,530 Thanks: 1,570 Thanked 1,601 Times in 821 Posts	If you are in Moultonborough, Buckeys is a great place to check out the game- 3 large screen high def TVs!

09-06-2008, 10:27 PM	#26
soxie Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Pat's tickets I have to agree the price of tickets is outrageous-however one of life's pleasures I am willing to spurge on once (or maybe twice a year). I feel the same about Sox-Yankee's games , cost a fortune but I go to at least once a year (there's nothing like that experience) You only live once , and I'll give up a manicure/pedicure/facial any day for a day at Fenway or Gillette. PS I was around in the old days when we had the best QB of all time (Grogan) and no real support for him-- they used to let you in to the games at halftime for free just to try and fill the stadium. I do enjoy watching the game on HD at home with the advantage of instant replay ,cheap drinks and a clean bathroom, but it's also fun (alot) to be there. Also sometimes fun to go to a local place where others share your interest (or passion) as the case may be.

09-08-2008, 09:24 AM	#27
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	Well, yesterday there was no good place to be watching the Pats. Good to get the win, but man, losing Brady is a tough loss. Should be an interesting season... __________________ Getting ready for winter!

09-16-2008, 09:37 AM	#29
Shore Driver Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tolland CT Posts: 194 Thanks: 20 Thanked 31 Times in 25 Posts	The lounge upstairs at Mame's is warm and charming. TVs could be bigger though.

09-22-2008, 08:08 PM	#30
Ropetow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rochester, NH / Bartlett, NH Posts: 322 Thanks: 228 Thanked 33 Times in 13 Posts	when in Dover.... When in the Dover area you've got to see the Pats at The Loft on Route 108....above Strafford Farms restaurant. Pats game special....large pizza for $9.99 with a 50+ oz. pitcher of Bud or Bud Lite for a penny. This special is also good for Monday night football....

09-23-2008, 09:51 AM	#31
COWISLAND NH Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 35 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	you can see them....but you won't hear them We went to the Upper Deck in Wolfboro Sunday and got to watch the Red Sox and the Pats...but we had to beg the owner to turn up the Patriots so we could just barley hear what was going on. It was plenty packed w/ Patriot fans (& Red Sox)...very dissapointed in his choice

09-23-2008, 09:54 AM	#32
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,509 Thanks: 3,116 Thanked 1,089 Times in 783 Posts	Upper Deck was never a good place to watch games. I go to the Wolfeboro Inn. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

10-18-2008, 02:19 PM	#33
lucknow98 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Buckey's for the Game! Try Buckey's to watch the game! In the bar there is a 52" plasma, a 37" LCD both in HD. There are 5 other televisions throughout the restaurant including a massive 70" with comfortable seating in front of it. Also, Buckey's usually runs a game themed special menu on game days and includes very tasty Garlic Fries!