Best Pizza
 

We'll be at the Lake in a few days and I am wondering if there is any Chicago style pie available, and if so, how good it is?

Also, what is the best "east coast" style pie available near Gilford/Laconia?

Elacoya Barn and Grill just across from the state park has the best pizza in the Gilford / Laconia area in my opinion.

Dan

I'll second elacoya and I've heard Heat where JT's used to be was also good but haven't tried it myself

Rossi's
 

Give Rossi's a try. Located on Rt. 104 in NewHampton. I believe they are open for dinner only 4:00?? Spoke to the owner a few weeks back, little old Italian lady, and her 2 sons. She stated that they have been there for over 25 years. Gotta be doing something right! Awsome Italian pizza!

Where is "Heat?"

Any old time pizza parlors throw a good pie?

White Mountain Pizza
 

We really like White Mountain Pizza in New Hampton. We've had it several times and it has always been excellent. It's in the plaza across from the post office...very handy coming off the highway with "starving" children!

Opposite part of Funspot, where a BBQ JT's used to be.

This summer I've fallen in love with the pizza at Tamarack-Out-Back (behind the Tamarack). I grew up on NY pizza and this is the closest I've found around here.

Another vote for Ellacoya B&G
 

I'll third the Barn & Grill pizza !

and a fourth
 

love the pizza at Ellacoya Barn and Grille.great service and a nice place to eat.

Good Pizza
 

I have had pizza at both Tamarac Out Back and Heat and they are very good :liplick: I have not tried Louies Famous in Meredith on Route 104 but I heard it is excellent. Guiseppe's in Meredith is also very good.

My 2 cents: Good Pizza in the Lakes Region is an oxymoron. Have not had anything that is not simply edible.

Great Pizza
 

Try the "Whineing Butcher" in Meredith, their pizza is awesome!! A real treat!!:liplick:

The pizza at Fratello's is very good!!!

To go pie
 

Sal's in Belmont

Louie's is awful. Sloppy, thick, undercooked Greek-style glop.

Although a little out of the way - Pizza Barn in West Ossipee is our favorite - never leave there hungry.

We love Louie's in Wolfeboro. Never been to the one in Meredith.

Glad to know what others enjoy --
ours........ GILFORD HOUSE OF PIZZA, next to the liquor store and movie theater.

Heat up the leftovers on the grill for breakfast or snack.:liplick:

went to Sal's in Concord yesterday. true North end Pizaa it was seat. I slice( actually a quarter pizza ) and a drink less than $5 any kind you want Yummy Yummy :liplick:

...anything that's not pre-fab - Chuck E. Cheese, Dominos, Pizza Hut, and Cesars are the worst... Gimme a little family owned Village Pizza or [Insert Town Name Here] House Of Pizza any day.

I'm not sure what you consider "pre-fab" but at least Dominos and pizza hut make it right in front of you...I don't prefer them either, just sayin...

More Pizza
 

The Mug is great too! http://www.themugrestaurant.com/

Heat is located across from The Fun Spot in case the person who asked earlier was wondering. We ate there once - it was good.

We also Like Giuseppe's in Mill Falls in Meredith - http://millfalls.com/dining.htm

Yah, but where can you get a thin crust, non-greasy pizza in the Laconia area?

Ellacoya Barn and Grill in Gilford. Best pizza around!

Don't go anywhere that don't use real pizza ovens - brick, coal fired are preferred - avoid those that use glorified toasters.

The answer is simple - you cannot.

There are plentry of greek style options (some of which are pretty good) - but if there is an option for a good thin crust that is lightly to moderately greasy that would be great.

Surprised no one mentioned the Pine cone, in Melvin Village. I think their pizza is awesome. I also had a pizza special a while back at the North End in Moultonborough. I know they do not specialize in it but it was actually so good I thought about going back later that night and getting another one, just so it could sit in my fridge for a snack the next day.....Just another couple options.:D

Sal's
 

I really enjoy buying Sal's pizza at Market Basket and heating at home! It comes out fantastic when heated at home!!!

best Pizza
 

\ I second that :D

The sourdough flatbread pizza at Tavern 27 is the best I've ever had. They have two for one pizza on Tues. Don't try to box one and take it home. They will charge you for the box :(

Pizza
 

For regular teen-age type pizza, The Laconia House of Pizza been a stand by for years.

For Gourmet pizza, you would have to travel to ManchVegas for '900 Degrees' creation.

If heading for Logan airport, at the first exit after the tunnel, there is a pizza place with the best thin crust pizza. First time I ever like anchovies.

I had great pizza at the 'Red Blazer' in Concord. Trouble is it was a special and they don't carry it on their menu.

A new contender -- Wolfe City brick oven pizza. Wild selections including "dessert" pizza. All the traditional toppings as well. Daily pizza special(s), I think they also deliver (in Wolfeboro).

BH,the place your talking about by Logan is Santarpio's and the are fantastic. They now have a place on rt 1 in Saugus as well.

Another plug for Wine'ing Butcher Pizza
 

Marauder, a few posts up, was right about Wine'ing Butcher in Meredith. I tried a sausage pizza from there the other day, and the sausage was amazing. I'm going back just for that, and to see if they sell it in bulk. :liplick:

I noticed in Meredith, next to Cumberland Farms is also a Pizza Place. (I forget what it's called.) Has anyone ever tried it??

Its Taylors pizza and subs. I like them.

It's actually in Peabody, in the former Bennigan's location. I would stick with the East Boston location or just get take-out. The "dining in" experience at the new location leaves something to be desired.

Taylor's in Meredith...
 

They have that ubiquitous tip-jar on top of the register. THIS is the ONLY tip-jar on the planet that I contribute to!!! It's take-out food.

This is one of my favorite finds. This is where locals go for their food...And it's very, very good. If you asked a local plumber, electrician, carpenter, etc. this is what they'd recommend.

It's run by a local family and one of the son's plays in "One of the best bands in New Hampshire" according to an article on their wall. They also sell a cd of the band's music. You'll always be served by a member of the immediate family.

In addition to subs (best around, IMHO), great pizza, they have stuff like veal parm., spaghetti & meatballs, etc. San Francisco is maybe 3,000% larger in population than Meredith, and I can't get an Italian sub here like Taylor's makes.

Not much of a dine-in. More a take-out.

I would be interested in other's opinion of this place.

For those of you who've mentioned Heat or wanted to try it out, Argie's band, Bossman Band, will be gigging there tonight at 8pm. I guess they're doing live music there now. So, if you're looking for something to do tonight - head to Heat and enjoy some classic rock & blues. (I'd meet ya there but I'm home with the Argelets tonight...) :)

We did not like the sauce/style on pizza at Heat. There was lots of cheese but it did not cover up the awful sauce. We might go back and try other food because as noted they offer live music and karaoke.

Next time we plan to try the Mug. We regretted getting subs after seeing others get the pizza. It looked fantastic!

Argie tried the pizza last night - sausage & pepperoni - and said it was very good. He thought the sauce was very good and said the toppings were plentiful... (he didn't bring any home... ahem... that won't happen again....:D)

Louie's was SOLD!
 

Louie's Pizza at Olde Province Common in Meredith was sold recently, and the new owner, Scott, planned to take over operations on January 1st!

I understand that there are no major plans to change the business, but the Nassis decided it was time to retire. Best of luck to them!

Louis' Famous Pizza
 

oh no!! Louis' was my favorite when I'm at the lake. I hope the new owner doesn't change the Nasis' recipe.
Good luck to the Nasis'. I have never been in there and found them not to be there...they seemed to be really nice people.

so sorry
 

So very sorry to hear this...have been talking this place up to people for years. Simply the best (no Lakes Region qualification needed..the best, end of story). I hope the new owner keeps things the same. Talk about toppings...you could never see the cheese. Covered. Normally, I am a three to four slice guy...but no way to eat more than two of their slices. And consistent...as their were no employees. It was just him and his wife. Same every time.
Ruins my day to find out. Every year, when we open camp second weekend in May, after a long day of "opening day work", I head down to Louis to grab a pizza. For 6 years, it has been our first meal of the season. I always look forward to seeing her smiling face, as I walked in, and the screen door clacked behind me. Oh well....

As soon as I heard this I went there to get a pizza yesterday to try it out. Too bad it was Monday and they were closed. I had to settle for Murphys pizza. It's not bad but it's no Louis, that's for sure! They do have a 2 pizza special during the winter though.....2, 1 topping pizzas for $14.99.

No Changes (I was told)
 

I actually ASKED about the recipe when Louie and Sue told me on Christmas Eve... the new owner plans no changes, so Louie must have sold the sauce too! He was also there, in the back kitchen, so I got the impression that he was Louie's understudy for a while.

I also asked about the decor. As anyone who has been in, there is a whole collection of Coca-Cola collectibles, bottle art, etc. Most aren't worth real money, but customers have brought them in from around the world to contribute. The collection will stay, as well.

Please try before voting.
 

Have you tried our sourdough thin crust pizza at Tavern 27 yet? www.tavern27.com

I know that as forum members we post how well we like various restaurants and there is even a thread called "Menus" where menus are posted. But I don't see too many owners of these restaurants advertising because it is against forum rules.
I'm not trying to be the forum police but when is it OK to advertise your establishment in this forum and when is not OK?

Below is what it says in the Forum "FAQ" section:


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At the beginning I would have agreed with you Rusty and yes it can get annoying but with the way the economy is these days many of the small business owners are just trying to get by so putting a quick plug in about your business doesn't bother me. Baygo does seem to take advantage of every chance he gets to put a plug in about his business but as a small business owner myself it is hard not to do the same. Just my 2 cents:)

Our webmaster Don has stated in the past that Baygo's response is perfectly acceptable. He does not want a restaurant owner starting a thread like "we have the best pizza in the LR" but is fine with responses to queries.

That works for me.

IMHO it sure is a good way to get free advertising. :)

Can you imagine what this would do if all restaurant owners took advange of this freebie.

Example: I start a thread called "Good steak in the Lakes Region" and then maybe around 100 lakes region restaurants post how good their steaks are and then post their website.

Maybe the rule should be changed to "Advertisements (including lost & found) of any kind are not allowed (unless answering to a query)"

If you look closer you'll read that I was answering a question:

I've done my advertising on this forum by paying for a banner.

Thanks "baygo"!

Sorry to use you as an example but I was just wondering how to interpret the forum rules for advertising.

Advertising
 

This happens constantly on the forum. The "forum favorites" get a "thank you for the information" while other restaurants that are not as loved by forum members, get reprimanded. There is a double standard here. I'm not going to name the favorites that get away with talking about there specials and whats going on at their establishments, but forum members constantly show favoritisim.

Favorites
 

Espo, I understand your point, but frankly the reason that some restaurants are favorites of forum members is because they are good at what they do. We are a discriminating bunch that way!

I was going to make that exact same point VitaBene. The favorites of forum members are usually those restaurants that are good dining establishments. I can assure you that I have no personal connection to any owner of any restaurant in the area. I have my "favorites," The Village Kitchen, Bobhouse, Lyons Den, and now Tavern 27 to name a few are my favorites because of hugely positive experiences at these establishments.

It's pretty simple, if you do a good job and please your customers you will end up with great reviews and positive comments. There is no conspiracy at work here. ;)

advertising
 

So it's ok for an establishement to advertise and talk about what they are up to on the forum, as long as it is a place that you like? Ok, I get it now.

No, according to the OWNER of this website it is OK for business owners to respond to questions from members.

You are right "VitaBene". The webmaster stated that stand alone ad’s are not permitted but replies to service questions are OK.


This below response from the webmaster is in the site support forum section and the thread name is “Soliciting threads”:


“The "Errands" thread has been removed. When I spot or someone reports this kind of stand alone ad it is deleted. That kind of advertising is not allowed on the forum.

However, it is perfectly OK for contractors or other service providers to reply to questions and offer their services. If someone is looking for a plumber I would expect plumbers to reply and say "I'm great, use me". Some self-promotion is expected in replies like that and I don't consider them advertisements. Connecting contractors and customers is an important function of the Home Improvement section.

When a new member posts a question and a business replies I carefully check their IP and host information to make sure they are not the same person. That has happened a few times but is very rare.

As a general rule, contractors and other service providers should not start threads but are welcome to reply.”

Thanks Rusty, I knew it was out there somewhere but I had not tracked it down yet.

Best Pizza around the lake
 

Okay, most of the pizza around here is dreadful. I work in Meredith, am surrounded by pizza places and unimpressed. We think best pizza around is now at Wolf City Pizza in Wolfeboro, on Railroad Ave, near Ooh La La crepe restaurant (which is also terrific). Barbara, the owner of Wolf City, has a wood burning pizza oven imported from Italy. The pizza is completely fantastic, just like in Rome. Second best, in our opinion, is Flatbread & Company up in Conway and in Portsmouth-great, organic pizza. Third choice is The Pine Cone-try their spicy sausage, it's pretty good. But Wolf City, which just opened at end of January is really, really good. Call ahead, they will have pizza ready for you when you get there, then sit down and have some chianti ... yummo

So back on topic here:

I had my first Pizza taste experience with the "Pine Cone" on Saturday night. We were at some friends house last Saturday and they live in Suissevale. We were discussing where to get Pizza and they suggested the "Pine Cone" in Tuftonboro. For those of you that do not know where it is, it is just beyond Melvin Village. Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised. It was good Pizza! We did take out and I went along for the ride to go pick it up and I can say that the atmosphere of the Pine Cone looked pretty nice. I will be trying this place for dinner some time.

So if you are on that side of the lake Route 109 area give them a try for Pizza, I think you will be pleasantly surprised. FYI - The Pizza's themselves were larger than large.

Wolf City Pizza Anyone??
 

Could anyone else who tried Wolf City Pizza post a reply? Our favorite, up to now, is the pizza at the Pine Cone Inn. But to be fair, we haven't tried many. Nothing like a good pie!

Love Sal's
 

Pies are hugh. Nice thin crust.

Wolfe City Pizza
 

Went to Wolfe City about 2 weeks ago, very surprised as I have never had good pizza any where in or around Wolfeboro. Pizza was good more self serve style but a very nice place. It is pricy but if you want good pizza it's worth it! Would I go again yes , yes , yes !

Bring back our Pizza !!
 

With no disrespect to the new owners of Louis Nasis Famous Pizza, I must say it's not the same. My family and I have had pizza twice since the new owners and have found it to be a little off. The jury is still out on the flavor of the sauce , but the cheese is more noticeable with less and it's mixture of cheeses which gave it the Loui flavor.
In a different thread we rated Loui's pizza the best around before it sold, we would like to be able to say the same with the new ownership. We wish them luck and we'll be back soon...:liplick:

Here's another vote for the pies at the Pine Cone Cafe in Melvin Village. You wouldn't think pizza would be their specialty, but I've REALLY enjoyed it from there a number of times.

I tried Louis Pizza for the first time last weekend since the new owners took over. I am still a huge fan of their pizza. Is it exact...pretty darn close to it!

It is brick oven style and very good if you like that style, which I do. Very thin crust, interesting toppings, not a typical american pizza. I actually think they might be healthy.

Not many people think of North Country Deli when it comes to pizza. They make awesome pies, nice thin crust with a sauce that's not too sweet. They are just north of Laconia downtown on the way to Parade Road.

North Country Deli
 

I second the vote for North Country Deli's Pizza. For those of you who loved the pizza we used to make, theirs is as close a match as we have found. It's very similar, but rolled in flour, as opposed to cornmeal. Give 'em a try. ;)

Never thought of them even though I go right by there several times a week.....will definately give them a try......if Pepper likes them they must be good !

Well it's not Laconia but my favorite is a thin and crispy pizza as well. The Pine Cone in Melvin Village has great pizza. And will even do extra crispy if you so desire.

I'll add my 2c and vote for the Tuftonboro General Store. In back of the store, Mike makes the best pizza on our side of the lake. Not greasy, not overdone, not too thin or thick. Very much worth a try.

http://tuftonborogeneralstore.com/pizza.htm

Mark

In Laconia...
 

North country deli!!

Parker House Restaurant (inside Gunstock Inn)
 

Been there a couple times since they openned in Feb, Just getting their feet wet but they definetely on the right track with their pizza. Dough made fresh everyday and all fresh ingredients makes a tasty 18" pie. Has my vote.

$3.98 Wal-Mart Best Value brand frozen pizza..... 4-cheese rising crust.......no 9% meals tax...truly the best pizza ever made in the world's history of all prepared food, forever........amen!

Best Pizza
 

So, tell us, FLL, do you like the Wal*Mart pizza?

Pine Cone pizza now available in Wolfeboro
 

We were thrilled to learn that the Pine Cone is now serving pizza at their Wolfeboro location - Bayside Grill on Bay Street. Now we don't have to drive our takeout pizza home from Melvin Village at Mach 2! :emb:

Wolfeboro Pine Cone
 

I went to the Bayside Grill last week and had pizza. Execellent.

Wolfeboro has a lot of good pizza places- they are fortunate

Which ones?

Wolfe City
 

Picked up a pizza Friday night at Wolfe City it was great. Nice thin crust... An easy stop on the way up, called from about St. Katharine's on 28 and it was ready when I got there. Will definitely do that again!

Wolfe City, Anthony's and the Greek place across the road from Anthony's (Greek style pizza) are all good IMO!

Wow good pizza made in China? Who would have thought!

Tuftonboro General Store Pizza Very Good!
 

I have tried the Tuftonboro General Store pizza and it is very good. I highly recommend giving it a try. It is actually my favorite now; preferred over the Pine Cone. But it is not a traditional thin crust pizza so it is unfair really to compare the two as "pizzas". It is a pan pizza but not so far as a deep dish Chicago style pizza.

As one of the toppings, I recommend the onions. They're piled on but are sweet (vidalia?) onions and not overpowering at all. My preference is the onions and sausage as toppings. The better half likes it w/o toppings so we get it only on half. So I tried a plain slice once and as I recall, the sauce seemed to have a little "richness" (as in a tomato paste). Just a little side note/observation.

And it has no resemblance to Greek style pizza which to me is sour tasting and greasier.

Anyone that reads this post and tries the Tuftonboro General Store pizza, please add to this thread. I am one who loves a good pizza and enjoy sharing comments about it. I strongly urge any pizza lover to give it a try. Its just a real good (non-thin crust) pizza!

Pizza by Paras
 

That shop is long out of business and was one of the first if not the first pizza shop in Laconia. It has been missed by me and others for a long time.

If you want a pizza that is very close to the old Paras style give Southend Pizza and Seafood a try on South Main St in Laconia. I suggest the small size for the Paras replica.

Oh, and the seafood is also great.

Meredith Village Pizza!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Laconia Pizza joints.
 

I loved 'Pizza by Paras'. I never tried Southend Pizza, i do use 'Laconia House of Pizza' when my grandkids are here. They deliver.

The convenience store next to LASC has great pizza. The selection is limited and so are the hours. They served Jordan's ice cream!

So far, the 'Pine Cone' and 'Bayside Grill' have the best pizza in the general area. Guiseppe's is a close second.