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Looking for the most romatic restaurant in the lakes reegion.. Need ideas fast. Thanks.
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Lakehouse or woodshed would be my bet
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Front room at the Corner House. HOWEVER, they used to have tablecloths and I am not sure they do now, which would be a big disappointment to me.
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Mise en Place in Wolfeboro.
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The Balsoms was the best in NH. Unfortunately it is closed for good
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You should try Maimes in Meredith. It has a large choice of excellent food at reasonable prices. Very romantic, especially if you are near a fireplace.
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Woodshed, either up in the balcony in the barn or in the house by the fire place. Corner house is good in the front room if there are only a few people in the room.
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Lavinia's in Center Harbor is nice. Also the Lakehouse Grille at Church Landing in Meredith, Canoe in Center Harbor...
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get the cupola at lavinias all by urself cant get any better than that
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Please tell me you are not referring to the Balsams Grand Resort. I thought they were just closed for renovations. |
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It was in the papers, the current LLC auction all the furniture and fixtures off. They are currently no renovations going on or plans. There were something about the land going to a trust to prevent the Northern Pass. There is a buzz going on in the surrounding towns that the LLC may be developing the hotel area into condos. I'm hoping it is not true.
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If your a last minute Valentine's kinda guy (like me) -- me thinks your SCREWED
![]() Cupola at Lavinia's is awesome -- been there when it was Coe House Window table at Lyon's Den -- say hello to Lauren for me, and tell her I will probably be up this week-end (wouldn't miss a night there) However -- being 5:00p now -- forget it.... none of those will be available! That didn't help much, huh ..... sorry .
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My first advice would be to do what my wife and I decided to do years ago. Give each other promised rain checks for a Valentines dinner on another night. Less crowded, better service, and often cheaper prices
![]() That aside, "romantic" varies greatly by person/couple. While many of the suggestions already made are good, depends on what you are looking for. As an example, many often mention Mise en Place. I very much like to go there, and would recommend it. But wouldn't fit my definition of romantic. The room is too open, non-private for my tastes. Having said that, I would include "The Restaurant". While it also has a large, open, crowded space, there is something about the atmosphere of the room that my wife and I both like. With a fire in the fireplace at this time of year, it would work for us. (Though we haven't been there since the personnel turnover discussed here) Haven't been there in many years, but assuming it hasn't changed, I'd agree with the many votes for the Woodshed. Surprised no one has mentioned Lyon's Den. |
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Thank You all for he many suggestions. Many were on the north side of the lake and we did not want to travel that far. I should have pointed out my location in Gilford.
We tried a couple doors only to be turned away. Had to settle for something far short of what my valentine deserves. Does anyone know a good dog house interior decorator ![]() |
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Fortunately my wife is one of those who understands that it isn't about the over priced flowers and candy. ![]() She actually said to me don't waste your money on flowers, they mark them up way to much just for Valentines day. ![]() We are going out either tonight or tomorrow night without all the hustle and bustle that last night held. ![]()
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The Woodshed....but then we went there on our Honeymoon 36 years ago so it'll always be a special/romantic place for us.
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When you close an old fashioned hotel instead of renovating in stages they very very rarely ever reopen. In the case of the Balsams, the trustees gave the place away to two guys who had a dream and zero money to do the renovations. Other than sell off the historic qualitites of the place and then knock down all of the staff housing, they have done nothing and the place was promised to be reopened this summer. Sad but a harsh reality.
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I guess I will be needing a new place for a romantic get away. Any suggestions?
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They did a great job on the renovation. The huge rear porch is a treat. |
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Coming from Gilford, I would think you know that the Lyons' Den is a great place!!!! The Dining Room offers such a beautiful view of the Lake and the atmosphere with the Fireplace is second to none!!!! Have you tried it there?
I think the service, the food and again the atmosphere is what you are looking for, whether it be, winter, summer, spring or fall! ![]() |
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I have relatives who get it every time they go, so it must be good.
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It has been a few years since I’ve been, but there is a very romantic, and very nice place in Barnstead, (sort of Lakes Region) called the Crystal Quail. It is secluded and intimate, and the food is on a scale that is not really done around here. It is not an everyday restaurant, but would not disappoint for a special occasion.
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Crystal Quail is certainly not an everyday restaurant; in fact, it's not really a restaurant at all. It's essentially a private residence where a husband/wife team serve dinner to individual parties on a reservation only basis (see the link provided by Zeke). When you arrive, one of the hosts greets you at the door and walks you through their gourmet kitchen, then into their single rustic, candle-lit dining room. There are only three, maybe four, tables, and you and the other diners are their only guests for the entire evening.
They take your wine (it's "bring your own"), and uncork and/or chill it, then serve it throughout your meal as if you'd purchased it there (no 'corking fee' either). First time, after we'd ordered from the limited (usually 3; but all very tempting) nightly options, through our window we watched the chef walk to the garden to pick the herbs and/or vegetables for our dishes. Now that's fresh! They also give you a couple options for appetizer and dessert, but in addition they usually bring unannounced "treats" (mini appetizers) to nibble between the items you've ordered. To say you're not rushed is an understatement: The place is yours until you're ready to leave. During our first visit to the Quail we were waited on by one of the hosts' college-age daughters; the second time, by the wife. On that second occasion, my wife and I brought an old friend who was visiting from Seattle, WA, and we ended up being the only party there. We brought, if I recall correctly, about 3 bottles of wine (four?), and they treated us like royalty. We stayed for well over two hours, and were not once made to feel that we were overstaying our welcome. Our friend, who was quite familiar with Seattle's restaurant offerings, thought it was the most unique, satisfying, and special, dining experience he'd ever had. The Quail has apparently served dinner to a number of "important" people over the years (e.g., politicians or other public figures) who were looking to duck the crowds while being fed well, and when you're there you realize that this makes perfect sense. It's quiet, secluded, and hard to find; but once you enter you know you've come to the right place. ![]() |
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Yes, and it's very good. Perhaps as good as Hickory Stick.
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