Give me your recommendations, please!

psu1978 · 10-12-2004, 08:35 AM

I am looking for your 3 favorite restaurants for dinner. We are staying at Church Landing next week for 3 nights. It is just my husband (meat and potatoes eater) and myself (love seafood, meat and potatoes...ok I just love to eat!). Not looking for really fancy...just great food and nice atmosphere.

Thanks for your help!

jpcoleman · 10-12-2004, 10:54 AM

Canoe, Woodshed and the Lake House Grill at Church Landing are three of our favorites. You might also want to try Mame's or Lago. Don't remember the name but there is a nice little Italian place up on Main St in Meredith too, Abbondanza, or something similar, I think.

camp guy · 10-12-2004, 11:01 AM

Since you plan to be in the area for three days, why not take one day and take the drive around the Lake (most easily Rt 25 E to Rt 109 S to Wolfeboro and the Rt 28 to Alton, and then Rts 11 & 3 up the west side. When in Wolfeboro (for lunch) I suggest Garwoods right downtown. This is a totally non-smoking restaurant with a great view of Wolfeboro Bay. After lunch you can walk around town, window shop, and then get back on your tour. I am not really smart about the restaurants on the west side, but Woodshed isn't too far, and it is great. Enjoy your visit.

BroadHopper · 10-12-2004, 12:10 PM

Willards at the Weirs has a nice atmosphere and reasonably priced food. Then there is Patrick's Pub in Gilford, on Rte 11. Just across from Sawyers. On Rte 11 in East Alton is the William Tell Inn. I haven't been there in a while, but the food was great. Checques Harbor up in Centre Harbor is under new management and rumours have it, it's fabulous.

Navman · 10-12-2004, 12:46 PM

Townsends at the glendale docks has the best steak tips and potatoes around!!

phoenix · 10-12-2004, 01:52 PM

woodshed, canoe and coe house

Lake Lady 6 · 10-12-2004, 02:43 PM

I agree. We are fortunate to have so many restaurants at all levels. My favorites for dinner (in any order) would have to be: The Coe House, Center Harbor; The William Tell, Rt. 11W, W. Alton; and Canoe, Center Harbor. The only restaurant that serves lunch of these three is Canoe.

You would enjoy any of them. I haven't tried the restaurant at the hotel as yet but it is a Common Man restaurant and my experience with any of their restaurants has been great.

Enjoy your visit and dining.

Newbiesaukee · 10-12-2004, 06:00 PM

The Lake House Grill where you will be staying is worth a meal. Would also recommend Canoe. The Woodshed has a less "interesting" menu but is a totally enjoyable experience. I also like the Corner House in Center Sandwich.

psu1978 · 10-12-2004, 07:27 PM

Thanks for your responses. There definitely seem to be a few standouts!

I am looking forward to some wonderful meals.

Rinkerfam · 10-12-2004, 10:29 PM

Based on personal experience, I would highly recommend the Woodshed and Karen and Barry's. Based on the advice of several others, I would suggest Canoe as well.

ghfromaltonbay · 10-13-2004, 12:12 AM

Just had dinner Sat. night at the William Tell for Oktoberfest and it was great! For the month of October, reservations are a must on weekends due to the special menu (including homemade apple strudel) for Oktoberfest. A great weekday treat (Tues. thru Fri.) is the Early Bird Specials from 5 to 6:30. All the entrees are $9.95 and include the same great salad, basket of bread and side dishes as the regular menu, just smaller portions on the meat, e.g. instead of 3 cutlets on the Wiener Schnitzel, the early bird has 2 which is more than enough. Can't beat the atmosphere or the price!!

Resident 2B · 10-14-2004, 09:15 PM

PSU1978,

Canoe, the Common Man restruants associated with the Common Man Inn in Plymouth and, if you are up for the ride, the William Tell is a definate at this time of the year.

Enjoy!

psu1978 · 10-15-2004, 07:50 AM

Thanks for all your great ideas. We will be doing alot of driving around...so it is nice that some of the options are out of the immediate area. Now the only problem seems to be that we won't be there long enough to try everyone's recommendations. Guess we'll just have to come back!!

Counting the days until we arrive at the most beautiful place on earth...

Thanks again!

KPW · 10-15-2004, 12:41 PM

Please note that the Woodshed is closed on Mondays.

MaryS · 10-15-2004, 05:52 PM

we have enjoyed the Coe House and Canoe in Center Harbor and The Corner House in Sandwich......(there is limited seating in Abondante in Meredith you may get a seat near the restroom or kitchen...food is average) haven't tried Lakeside in Church Landing but will next time we're at the lake.

glennsteely · 10-25-2004, 05:20 AM

Did you forget Maimes in Meredith? I have alwasy loved that spot.

BBS2 · 11-01-2004, 09:30 AM

Husband and I went to Lakehouse Grill at Church Landing on Saturday. They are trying out the lunch idea and have a great trial menu. Menu was extensive with
plenty of vegetarian options

Yum! The black beans and the broccoli slaw were tasty,different side dishes. Highly recommended!!

Price wasn't too bad either. Staff was great. Wine list was nice. Give it a try.

ddemers · 11-05-2004, 06:55 PM

Woodshed!!!!

Just Sold · 11-05-2004, 09:04 PM

Waldo Peppers at the Weirs is great and is open for lunch till 3 PM for fall/winter I believe.Great Hostest/Owner Too!

jkjoshuatree · 11-10-2004, 09:55 AM

Corner House Inn in Sandwhich is one of the best restaurants in the Lakes Region. Try the stuffed mushrooms. Also has a very good brunch.

hartface · 12-04-2004, 10:38 AM

our family gives Canoe all 10 thumbs up!

10-12-2004, 08:35 AM	#1
psu1978 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Stuck on flatland! Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Give me your recommendations, please! I am looking for your 3 favorite restaurants for dinner. We are staying at Church Landing next week for 3 nights. It is just my husband (meat and potatoes eater) and myself (love seafood, meat and potatoes...ok I just love to eat!). Not looking for really fancy...just great food and nice atmosphere. Thanks for your help!

10-12-2004, 11:01 AM	#3
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,135 Thanks: 284 Thanked 480 Times in 271 Posts	Three favorite restaurants Since you plan to be in the area for three days, why not take one day and take the drive around the Lake (most easily Rt 25 E to Rt 109 S to Wolfeboro and the Rt 28 to Alton, and then Rts 11 & 3 up the west side. When in Wolfeboro (for lunch) I suggest Garwoods right downtown. This is a totally non-smoking restaurant with a great view of Wolfeboro Bay. After lunch you can walk around town, window shop, and then get back on your tour. I am not really smart about the restaurants on the west side, but Woodshed isn't too far, and it is great. Enjoy your visit.

10-12-2004, 12:10 PM	#4
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,509 Thanks: 3,116 Thanked 1,089 Times in 783 Posts	Places to eat Willards at the Weirs has a nice atmosphere and reasonably priced food. Then there is Patrick's Pub in Gilford, on Rte 11. Just across from Sawyers. On Rte 11 in East Alton is the William Tell Inn. I haven't been there in a while, but the food was great. Checques Harbor up in Centre Harbor is under new management and rumours have it, it's fabulous.

10-12-2004, 12:46 PM	#5
Navman Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 22 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Townsends tavern Townsends at the glendale docks has the best steak tips and potatoes around!!

10-12-2004, 02:43 PM	#7
Lake Lady 6 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Give me your recommentions, please. I agree. We are fortunate to have so many restaurants at all levels. My favorites for dinner (in any order) would have to be: The Coe House, Center Harbor; The William Tell, Rt. 11W, W. Alton; and Canoe, Center Harbor. The only restaurant that serves lunch of these three is Canoe. You would enjoy any of them. I haven't tried the restaurant at the hotel as yet but it is a Common Man restaurant and my experience with any of their restaurants has been great. Enjoy your visit and dining.

10-12-2004, 10:54 AM	#2
jpcoleman Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Canoe, Woodshed and the Lake House Grill at Church Landing are three of our favorites. You might also want to try Mame's or Lago. Don't remember the name but there is a nice little Italian place up on Main St in Meredith too, Abbondanza, or something similar, I think.

10-12-2004, 01:52 PM	#6
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,519 Thanks: 58 Thanked 265 Times in 186 Posts	woodshed, canoe and coe house

10-12-2004, 06:00 PM	#8
Newbiesaukee Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Coral Gables, winter; Long Island, summer Posts: 1,349 Thanks: 922 Thanked 569 Times in 295 Posts	The Lake House Grill where you will be staying is worth a meal. Would also recommend Canoe. The Woodshed has a less "interesting" menu but is a totally enjoyable experience. I also like the Corner House in Center Sandwich.

10-12-2004, 07:27 PM	#9
psu1978 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Stuck on flatland! Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks! Thanks for your responses. There definitely seem to be a few standouts! I am looking forward to some wonderful meals.

10-12-2004, 10:29 PM	#10
Rinkerfam Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 268 Thanks: 0 Thanked 14 Times in 8 Posts	Based on personal experience, I would highly recommend the Woodshed and Karen and Barry's. Based on the advice of several others, I would suggest Canoe as well. __________________ Education is hanging around 'til you've caught on - Frost

10-13-2004, 12:12 AM	#11
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 819 Thanks: 245 Thanked 223 Times in 129 Posts	Just had dinner Sat. night at the William Tell for Oktoberfest and it was great! For the month of October, reservations are a must on weekends due to the special menu (including homemade apple strudel) for Oktoberfest. A great weekday treat (Tues. thru Fri.) is the Early Bird Specials from 5 to 6:30. All the entrees are $9.95 and include the same great salad, basket of bread and side dishes as the regular menu, just smaller portions on the meat, e.g. instead of 3 cutlets on the Wiener Schnitzel, the early bird has 2 which is more than enough. Can't beat the atmosphere or the price!!

10-14-2004, 09:15 PM	#12
Resident 2B Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Shore, MA Posts: 1,352 Thanks: 987 Thanked 310 Times in 161 Posts	PSU1978, Canoe, the Common Man restruants associated with the Common Man Inn in Plymouth and, if you are up for the ride, the William Tell is a definate at this time of the year. Enjoy!

10-15-2004, 07:50 AM	#13
psu1978 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Stuck on flatland! Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	5 Days!!! Thanks for all your great ideas. We will be doing alot of driving around...so it is nice that some of the options are out of the immediate area. Now the only problem seems to be that we won't be there long enough to try everyone's recommendations. Guess we'll just have to come back!! Counting the days until we arrive at the most beautiful place on earth... Thanks again!

10-15-2004, 12:41 PM	#14
KPW Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 378 Thanks: 710 Thanked 116 Times in 58 Posts	Please note that the Woodshed is closed on Mondays.

10-15-2004, 05:52 PM	#15
MaryS Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: CT and Moultonboro Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	we have enjoyed the Coe House and Canoe in Center Harbor and The Corner House in Sandwich......(there is limited seating in Abondante in Meredith you may get a seat near the restroom or kitchen...food is average) haven't tried Lakeside in Church Landing but will next time we're at the lake.

10-25-2004, 05:20 AM	#16
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	you all missed one.... Did you forget Maimes in Meredith? I have alwasy loved that spot. __________________ 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......

11-01-2004, 09:30 AM	#17
BBS2 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 88 Thanks: 11 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	lakehouse grill Husband and I went to Lakehouse Grill at Church Landing on Saturday. They are trying out the lunch idea and have a great trial menu. Menu was extensive with plenty of vegetarian options Yum! The black beans and the broccoli slaw were tasty,different side dishes. Highly recommended!! Price wasn't too bad either. Staff was great. Wine list was nice. Give it a try.

11-05-2004, 06:55 PM	#18
ddemers Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Weare, Gilford, Meredith Posts: 62 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Woodshed!!!!

11-05-2004, 09:04 PM	#19
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,612 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 433 Times in 209 Posts	Waldo Peppers at the Weirs is great and is open for lunch till 3 PM for fall/winter I believe.Great Hostest/Owner Too! __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

11-10-2004, 09:55 AM	#20
jkjoshuatree Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bear Island Posts: 642 Thanks: 349 Thanked 145 Times in 77 Posts	Restaurants Corner House Inn in Sandwhich is one of the best restaurants in the Lakes Region. Try the stuffed mushrooms. Also has a very good brunch.

12-04-2004, 10:38 AM	#21
hartface Junior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Canoe all the way our family gives Canoe all 10 thumbs up!