Faro Italian Grille

[belly_button_biter]

We tried Faro Italian Grille.

They did a wonderful job redecorating the building. The interior decor is a bit more sophisticated than previously. They've added a number of dividers to create smaller and more intimate dining spaces and they painted.

We had the mussels and bruschetta for apps and a couple of pasta dishes for entrees. All were very good. The pasta was a true stand out. It was obviously very fresh. I think they have quickly risen to the top when it comes to Italian options for Laconia, Meredith, and Gilford.

We sat in the bar area and one thing that was a little uncomfortable for us was the behavior of the other guests. Very loud and a very frequent use of the F bomb. This never seemed to bother us in the past when the place had the feel of a roadhouse , however now with a more sophisticated feel it just didn't seem to fit.

I'm certain we'll dining here again.

[Den65]

I'll be curious to see what happens at bike week next year will the tents go up and will the crowd go for the fine dining experience or will they go italian food served in black leather. How about we come up with some new specials for that week, Road House Ravioli's

[Woodsy]

Me and a few friends went there Friday night for dinner and drinks... Everyone had a great meal... we spilt an Antipasto (Incredible) the gf & I split an order of the Sachetti and got a side of Penne with Vodka sauce... both were in a word Excellent The desserts are straight out of the Modern in the North End! Unfortunately we were too full to try them...

We will def be back to try a few more items! Good luck to Rich, Mike & the rest of the Ray family!

Woodsy

[Bumble2249]

Faro has set the bar for authentic italian restaurants in the lakes region. Real homemade pasta. Homemade sauces. Best of the best meats, cheeses, breads and desserts! There are other good restaurants here but as far as Italian cuisine is concerned, this is it.


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[Rattlesnake Gal]

Faro Italian Grille
70 Endicott Street N
Laconia, NH
866-654-5565

[webmaster]

There's also information about Faro (the old Lobster Pound) in this thread:

http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...ad.php?t=18391

Please post any reviews of Faro here in this thread.

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Thanks, Don. I overlooked The Lobster Pound thread on my visit this morning because historically speaking, past LP threads have not been my kind of discussions. I wish them well in their new endeavor! 🇮🇹

[dpg]

For those that have been to both how does this place stack up against Rossi's?

[Jeanzb1]

Never went to the LP, but we did go to Faro's on Saturday night. It was very good, not over-the-top fantastic, but very good. There are many pasta dishes on the menu, reasonably priced. My only complaint is that a salad is not included, so you have to pay extra for that. The bread was good, and there was a nice dessert tray presented for you to choose from. We will definitely return!

[dpg]

Coming up between Xmas and new years. Where's my money better spent in your opinion Rossi's or Faro's. Don't worry won't hold anyone accountable - hahaha...

[Happy Gourmand]

Not sure about Faro's as I haven't been yet, but you can't go wrong at Rossi's.

[mcdude]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Faro has set the bar for authentic italian restaurants in the lakes region. Real homemade pasta. Homemade sauces. Best of the best meats, cheeses, breads and desserts! There are other good restaurants here but as far as Italian cuisine is concerned, this is it.

Bumble they've used your quote (above) in an article on Faro's Italian Grille today in the Laconia Daily sun!

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by mcdude

Bumble they've used your quote (above) in an article on Faro's Italian Grille today in the Laconia Daily sun!

Did they really? What was the article? A write up in the restaurant or something? I haven't had a chance to read the sun today. Thats pretty cool! Thanks for letting me know. I'll be sure to check it out!


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[Rusty]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Did they really? What was the article? A write up in the restaurant or something? I haven't had a chance to read the sun today. Thats pretty cool! Thanks for letting me know. I'll be sure to check it out!


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This is what the article said about you and you can read one page of the article below:

A week after it opened, an enthusiastic customer who identified him-or-her self as Bumble 2249 wrote in the Winnipesaukee Forum, ‘’Faro has set the
bar for authentic Italian restaurants in the Lakes Region. Real homemade pasta. Homemade sauces. Best of the best meats, cheeses, breads and desserts! There are other good restaurants here but as far as Italian cuisine is concerned, this is it.’’
Those kinds of endorsements are music to the ears of Richard Ray, whose family had operated the Lobster Pound since 2007 and has operated an Italian
restaurant in Boston’s North End for decades.

[sum-r breeze]

Just an observation ..... This place was packed on Saturday night! So much so that we passed on dinner there until maybe another "not so busy" night to try them out. They must be doing something right to be THAT busy on a late March night. Good news for the Weirs Beach neighborhood BIGTIME!! Can't wait to finally try them.

The Breeze
Wave 'cuz I'll be wavin' back

[upthesaukee]

Originally Posted by sum-r breeze

Just an observation ..... This place was packed on Saturday night! So much so that we passed on dinner there until maybe another "not so busy" night to try them out. They must be doing something right to be THAT busy on a late March night. Good news for the Weirs Beach neighborhood BIGTIME!! Can't wait to finally try them.

The Breeze
Wave 'cuz I'll be wavin' back

They have a help wanted ad in at least the Laconia Daily Sun for cooks, waitstaff, etc. Must be getting ready to gear up for summer,

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[Phantom]

In discussing with the staff on our last visit (and it is kind of obvious) ... when the warmer weather arrives they plan on having outdoor seating. this will increase seating capacity by ??? (15-20%?)

This is good & bad news in my opinion .... personally, I love outdoor seating in the summer months but the kitchen is of finite size and no matter how many cooks you put in, the kitchen can only realistically produce properly prepared food to the current quality and standards at a finite rate.

I surely hope that they do not over extend themselves. It seems to be working GREAT to this point. The kitchen's capabilities in the summer will be the key ! Otherwise, in the Fall, we will be reading all the "bashes" about how bad the service was, it took forever to get our meal, our meal was cold when served ... and so on.

I wish them the best of luck & hope they succeed ... it is truly a great addition to the area.



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[Den65]

Originally Posted by sum-r breeze

Just an observation ..... This place was packed on Saturday night! So much so that we passed on dinner there until maybe another "not so busy" night to try them out. They must be doing something right to be THAT busy on a late March night. Good news for the Weirs Beach neighborhood BIGTIME!! Can't wait to finally try them.

The Breeze
Wave 'cuz I'll be wavin' back

Make a reservation you won't be disapointed, I Have been there about 10 times since they have openned. Would have been there more but the pants started not fitting..................

[belly_button_biter]

Originally Posted by Den65

Make a reservation you won't be disapointed, I Have been there about 10 times since they have openned. Would have been there more but the pants started not fitting..................

I wish I could say the same. We've tried to go 10 to 15 times. Unfortunately more often than not we've found that they close early and are maintaining very inconsistent hours. I'm very disappointed with this restaurant and have decided it's worth the extra distance to go back to Rossi's.

[Phantom]

Originally Posted by belly_button_biter

I wish I could say the same. We've tried to go 10 to 15 times. Unfortunately more often than not we've found that they close early and are maintaining very inconsistent hours. I'm very disappointed with this restaurant and have decided it's worth the extra distance to go back to Rossi's.

HUGE ERROR !!

make a reservation & you won't be disappointed.


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[PaugusBayFireFighter]

We made reservations for tonight. Looking forward to trying Faro.

[ishoot308]

Originally Posted by PaugusBayFireFighter

We made reservations for tonight. Looking forward to trying Faro.

PBFF,

Just an fyi... Food pics always help the review!

Let us know!

Dan

[belly_button_biter]

we have tried

Originally Posted by Phantom

HUGE ERROR !!

make a reservation & you won't be disappointed.


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the first few times were just heading over on a whim. Their sign does say open till 10 p.m. But we found them closed.
We've called around 8 p.m. got the answering machine which said they were open till 10 p.m. Drove over there and found them to be closed. Made it difficult to catch somewhere else to eat elsewhere.

I opened this thread and I was thier loyal customer to lose.

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by belly_button_biter

we have tried

the first few times were just heading over on a whim. Their sign does say open till 10 p.m. But we found them closed.

We've called around 8 p.m. got the answering machine which said they were open till 10 p.m. Drove over there and found them to be closed. Made it difficult to catch somewhere else to eat elsewhere.



I opened this thread and I was thier loyal customer to lose.

Can somebody that's understands Swahili please decipher this for me??


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[PaugusBayFireFighter]

Went to Faro last night. The new decor is nice. The food presentation was excellent. Service was good with waitstaff that know their menu.
We were brought a couple complimentary appetizers to try. I didn't try them but the table was very happy with them. We also ordered the antipasto which was good.
I had the 16oz strip steak with rosemary and garlic with a side of angel hair pasta and red sauce. The steak was cooked medium but I ordered medium rare. Not a huge deal, I wouldn't send it back as I'm not really picky. The steak was, steak. Not bad, but no flavor. I've had steak lots of places, this dish looked great but disappointed me. The pasta may be home made and fresh but the red sauce was tasteless. For a minute I thought maybe it was me but the table agreed that their red sauce was also bland.

One friend ordered desert which he says was good. Cannoli from Modern Pastry.

I'm not a food critic and never complain. You wanted a review, you got it.

I will tell you we are a large crowd that eats dinner most every weekend in the North End. In fact, we were texting the rest of the family while they dined at Pagliuca's in the NE last night. We will try Faro again with the full crowd. We are looking for a Friday night regular place and Faro is very close to us. Hopefully it was just a bad night with the sauce.

Dan...I, we, all took pictures of the plates. I anticipated posting the pictures with a good review. Like I said, presentation was excellent. In this case, pictures are not worth a thousand words.

[Sal]

Try a little salt on the sauce. They're probably cooking it with little or no salt
knowing it can be added by the diners, to accommodate those who eschew salt.

[PaugusBayFireFighter]

Originally Posted by Sal

Try a little salt on the sauce. They're probably cooking it with little or no salt
knowing it can be added by the diners, to accommodate those who eschew salt.

If their intention is to make bland sauce, in order to accommodate people who abstain from salt, doesn't it make sense that every plate on the menu would be cooked without salt? I guess I could see them making a pot of sauce with low salt and offering a low sodium alternative then throwing it out every night.
There's more seasoning to sauce than just tomatoes and salt. It wasn't a tasty sauce that needed salt, it was a sauce void of flavor other than the tomato.

[thegreyghost]

I have become a regular and I love this new addition to the area. I always get a side of fresh pasta with red sauce (love the lamb shank entree), and I think the sauce is great. You can tell its home made, not to sweet and not that strong tomato taste. Maybe you are just used to Rago out of a jar?? Faro is the real deal.
-GG

[PaugusBayFireFighter]

Originally Posted by thegreyghost

I have become a regular and I love this new addition to the area. I always get a side of fresh pasta with red sauce (love the lamb shank entree), and I think the sauce is great. You can tell its home made, not to sweet and not that strong tomato taste. Maybe you are just used to Rago out of a jar?? Faro is the real deal.
-GG

If it makes any difference, I'm Sicilian. My mother still makes a sauce every Sunday (a few on this forum would attest to that). My grandmother and aunts did the same. I make a sauce occasionally. I've eaten in plenty of restaurants (most in the North End) and plenty of Italian homes. I know the difference between jar sauce and homemade.

The sauce tasted fresh and homemade but lacked flavor.

The fact that you think Papa Gino's is the best pizza in the lakes region tells me you've had your share of ketchup and elbows.

I was expecting Bumbles reply to my review last night, what took you?

This is why others don't post reviews. It will certainly be my last.

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by PaugusBayFireFighter

If it makes any difference, I'm Sicilian. My mother still makes a sauce every Sunday (a few on this forum would attest to that). My grandmother and aunts did the same. I make a sauce occasionally. I've eaten in plenty of restaurants (most in the North End) and plenty of Italian homes. I know the difference between jar sauce and homemade.

The sauce tasted fresh and homemade but lacked flavor.

The fact that you think Papa Gino's is the best pizza in the lakes region tells me you've had your share of ketchup and elbows.

I was expecting Bumbles reply to my review last night, what took you?

This is why others don't post reviews. It will certainly be my last.

.What? I can't laugh at someone's post? Come on.... You expected me to comment on your post, but I didn't did I?


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[secondcurve]

Originally Posted by PaugusBayFireFighter

If it makes any difference, I'm Sicilian. My mother still makes a sauce every Sunday (a few on this forum would attest to that). My grandmother and aunts did the same. I make a sauce occasionally. I've eaten in plenty of restaurants (most in the North End) and plenty of Italian homes. I know the difference between jar sauce and homemade.

The sauce tasted fresh and homemade but lacked flavor.

The fact that you think Papa Gino's is the best pizza in the lakes region tells me you've had your share of ketchup and elbows.

I was expecting Bumbles reply to my review last night, what took you?

This is why others don't post reviews. It will certainly be my last.

Don't stop posting reviews.......yours was a good one but as always not all will agree with your assessment. Keep them coming!!

[sum-r breeze]

Originally Posted by PaugusBayFireFighter

If it makes any difference, I'm Sicilian. My mother still makes a sauce every Sunday (a few on this forum would attest to that). My grandmother and aunts did the same. I make a sauce occasionally. I've eaten in plenty of restaurants (most in the North End) and plenty of Italian homes. I know the difference between jar sauce and homemade.

The sauce tasted fresh and homemade but lacked flavor.

The fact that you think Papa Gino's is the best pizza in the lakes region tells me you've had your share of ketchup and elbows.

I was expecting Bumbles reply to my review last night, what took you?

This is why others don't post reviews. It will certainly be my last.

PBFF's mother makes awesome sauce......I've had it .... a lot....just sayin....If you want proof just watch that "Summer Breeze" video he posted and you can see the chunk of beef cooking in it. OMG I'm getting hungry just thinking of it!!

Back on topic I have found that Italian sauce is a subjective thing. One person's taste expectation is not the same as someone else's. I have a business down here in Mass and have learned that you can't please all of the people all of the time. We will check out Faro soon and maybe again with the PBFF clan too if they go.

The Breeze
Wave 'cuz I'll be wavin' back

[Outdoorsman]

Originally Posted by paugusbayfirefighter

this is why others don't post reviews. It will certainly be my last.

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[Mr. V]

Originally Posted by belly_button_biter

I wish I could say the same. We've tried to go 10 to 15 times. Unfortunately more often than not we've found that they close early and are maintaining very inconsistent hours. I'm very disappointed with this restaurant and have decided it's worth the extra distance to go back to Rossi's.

So you did get to eat on SOME of your visits: how was the food?

[chipj29]

Originally Posted by belly_button_biter

I wish I could say the same. We've tried to go 10 to 15 times. Unfortunately more often than not we've found that they close early and are maintaining very inconsistent hours. I'm very disappointed with this restaurant and have decided it's worth the extra distance to go back to Rossi's.

I have said this before on this forum, but this is the worst thing a restaurant (or any new business) can do. Even if it costs you a few $$ to stay open until your posted closing hour, you have to do it. If you want to close earlier, update your posted hours and close early. But not before.

Saving a few $$ in the short term will end up costing more $$ in the long run. I have seen and experienced it first hand.

[thegreyghost]

Why wouldn't you just call ahead and make a reservation? Restaurants won't close if they know they have people coming in. Seems like a pretty simple solution.

[jacka82942]

i live in meredith

[Sal]

Across the street from the (historical) "Weirs" sign.

[PaugusBayFireFighter]

Originally Posted by Sal

Across the street from the (historical) "Weirs" sign.

I know spelling doesn't count and correcting it is frowned upon but I feel I must tell you that you spelled hysterical wrong!

[Phantom]

Now THAT's funny


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[GUNNER]

Here is link to Dollar Saver for 30% off certificate for Faro.
http://nhdollarsaver.dollarsavershow...rtiser_id=4757

[robmac]

I am happy to see the proactive approach from Faro, it to me shows they care and want to be a positive and prosperous business in the lakes region. Kudo's to the Ray family and their team members.

[Resident 2B]

Originally Posted by robmac

I am happy to see the proactive approach from Faro, it to me shows they care and want to be a positive and prosperous business in the lakes region. Kudo's to the Ray family and their team members.

I completely agree. Their approach to communication is what is needed to be successful. I cannot wait to eat there sometime very soon. If it was not for the proactive communication, I would not feel this way. Well done KarenM!

Good luck to the Ray family with Faro!

R2B

[Phantom]

Okay -- Finally got the opportunity to stop in and have dinner.

To begin, I must admit, I have never been to the "Lobster Pound" in the past as neither the building nor menu held any attraction for my wife & I and thus cannot speak directly to the amount of renovations that may have been done... but with that said:

We went over Friday night after Christmas, surprisingly, as it was just after Christmas, the place was reasonably crowded. Perhaps the newness?

Immediately upon entering we were greeted by two hosts with smiles on their faces and arranged for "High Top" seating in the lounge area -- our preference this night. My wife & I immediately went and took a tour of the place and I must say QUITE impressive ... with a larger Barn like room apparently for functions and very quaint table seating arrangements throughout the rest of the facility. The notable aspect was the patio ... which if managed and laid out correctly could be a "Home Run" for the facility in the Summer months. The lounge area was very comfortable with sofa and chair seating on both sides/ends which mixed with the High tops perfectly... plenty of "wide screens" (volumes off).

To the food -- our service was impeccable with our waitress constantly checking back . Our service began with a selection of breads -- I highly recommend the olive bread (yummm)

Our meals were "very good" -- Great is a highly reserved word --it is clear the Chef takes pride as there was careful consideration of "dish presentation". I had the Bolognese and my wife had the parmingian -- neither of us could finish which speaks to the serving sizes.


Overall -- a GREAT addition to the area .... I sincerely hope they do well.

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[thinkxingu]

Phantom, a quick note on pricing would be helpful. Thanks!

[Phantom]

Sorry --

Overall I would say it was very "reasonable" ....

My wife's comment was "this place could be dangerous" (meaning a place you can frequent)..... the average plate pricing certainly won't break the bank aka a night at "O".

Our night cost $85.00 (with Tip) ... that included 4 wines, Chix Parm, Pasta Bolognese and one decadent desert (we split).

To us, that is quite average !

[thinkxingu]

Great, thanks!

[Slickcraft]

We stopped by early last evening and had a good experience. We sat at the bar and there were several other couples in the lounge area and a family group in the corner with the 2 sofas and large tv. The atmosphere was pleasant with quiet conservation and low key background music. Of course this was a Tuesday evening and the lounge may be quite different on a weekend with a Pats game on TV.

Here is a link to the menu sans prices:
http://11713776.sites.myregisteredsi...s/97472834.pdf
Most entries are in the $16 to $24 range.

I had the Ziti alla Buongustaia which the barkeep said I could order even if I could not pronounce it (she could not either). I found it to be good but not quite a very good rating, did bring some home for lunch. My wife had the Ravioli del Giorno, last evening it was stuffed with portobello mushrooms with a cream sauce. She rated it as "Yummy" or very good. We both appreciated the fresh pasta.

My only complaint was the limited draft beer choice although we both had a pale ale that was good. For some reason all of the available beer glasses were frozen, maybe ok for bud lite but not a good choice for a decent draft. I had to have her reuse the same glass for a 2nd beer.

We do plan to return and try other items from the fairly extensive menu.

[Den65]

Went to Faro tonght for dinner, got seated in 5 min's nice booth . Started with the shrimp (2 huge shrimp) expensive but delicious and the calimari and had the spicy sauce on the side,tasty and plenty of it. I had the Veal chop special.......delicious , the wife had chicken marsala tender and delicious (have I said delicious enough)and the daughter had chicken parm........I'm not saying it again. We all had the home made pasta which was cooked perfect. Portions size was good (2 boxes going home) got the neopolitan for desert (right out of modern pastry) and the cream of biscotti gelato sounds funny tastes incredible. All in all a great meal, give them a shot I don't think you will be disapointed

[jetskier]

Hi all,

We finally had a chance to stop in to Faro Italian Grille and try it out.

First, they have not completed the renovation, so there are about 10 tables in the dining area and a number of seats/tables in the bar. As such....MAKE A RESERVATION. We were told that they will be completing the renovation by the summer to add more finished capacity. I believe that you can sit in the un-renovated section, but it is a bit on the rustic side.

Second, the decor has changed significantly. The lounge area has a spacious bar with high top tables and a couple of areas with couches. There are a number of televisions which make it a good spot for watching a game. We were seated at a table in the lounge.

We started out with the shrimp cocktail. It consisted of two huge shrimp with a side of lemon and sauce. My wife had the Caesar salad...it had a more creamy dressing than a typical Caesar salad and included sliced egg. She was pleased.

We opted for a couple of chicken dishes that included pasta as sides. Everything was great...minor critique, the red sauce on the pasta was a little sweet for our taste. The pasta was nicely cooked al dente.

We finished with dessert and cappuccino (finally a restaurant in the lakes region that does cappuccino). The desserts are from Modern Pastry in the North End; they are nothing short of decadent.

This is a big upgrade for Italian cuisine in the lakes region. I don't think that there is anything else that comes close.

Jetskier

[GTO]

Got take out there tonight for the first time. 2large cheese pizzas, $35. Seriously!!!!!!!!

[brk-lnt]

Originally Posted by GTO

Got take out there tonight for the first time. 2large cheese pizzas, $35. Seriously!!!!!!!!

That seems about right for an "artisan" style pizza, which I assume Faro is doing. If you wanted cheap pizza, there are options in the area.

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by brk-lnt

That seems about right for an "artisan" style pizza, which I assume Faro is doing. If you wanted cheap pizza, there are options in the area.

Q: What is the difference between an artisan pizza and a good pizza from the local pizza shop? A: About $8

[BroadHopper]

900 Degrees pizza in Manchester, I would say the 'standard bearer' for artisan pizzas in NH charge $29 for two large cheese pizza. Faro is a bit over price.

[Rusty]

Originally Posted by BroadHopper

Faro is a bit over price.

Somebody has to pay for the renovation.

[Phantom]

I have to say their Margarita pizza was VERY good the night we had it.

I've had better, but then again that was in Northern Italy !


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[ishoot308]

"Artisan Pizza" is usually comprised of fresh ingredients instead of canned. Mushrooms, tomatoes, and other similar vegetables are sliced fresh not from a can. Dough is usually made fresh while other establishments may use frozen dough that is thawed then served. Sauce is made fresh daily with fresh ingredients and not from a large plastic container that's usually refrigerated day after day or heaven forbid, comes in frozen then thawed and served! YUK!

Elacoya Barn and grill serves this kind of artisan pizza and it simply cannot be compared with a Pizza Hut or Dominos type establishment.

Dan

[Woodsy]

I don't get it....

Faro's is NOT a take out pizza joint. If you want a cheap take out pizza go to any one of the 10 local pizza chains. They (like Ellacoya, Guiseppes, Lago etc) do take out as a courtesy to their customers. 2 large cheese pizzas at Papa Ginos will set you back $24 + tax.

Woodsy

[GTO]

Originally Posted by Woodsy

I don't get it....

Faro's is NOT a take out pizza joint. If you want a cheap take out pizza go to any one of the 10 local pizza chains. They (like Ellacoya, Guiseppes, Lago etc) do take out as a courtesy to their customers. 2 large cheese pizzas at Papa Ginos will set you back $24 + tax.

Woodsy

I ordered over the phone, I drove there, they had it ready at the front desk, I took it out. I figure if I order from Papa Gino's, I can get 3 large pizza's for the price of 2 Faro pizzas

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by GTO

I ordered over the phone, I drove there, they had it ready at the front desk, I took it out. I figure if I order from Papa Gino's, I can get 3 large pizza's for the price of 2 Faro pizzas

I'm sure you can but what Woodsy is saying is that there's no comparison between the two. I've eaten at both places and Faros pizza is fresh and uses whole ingredients. Not processed crap.


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[Rusty]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

I've eaten at both places and Faros pizza is fresh and uses whole ingredients. Not processed crap.

How do you know?

[baygo]

Farrow Italian Grill has been open about a month now and I've eaten there 4 times. The last time the Misses and I went we had the shrimp cocktail, brushetta, Margarita Pizza, and a bottle of Banfi Brunello. I bought a couple of drinks for two familiar faces at the bar and the bill totaled $200. We didn't bat an eye. IMHO They are doing a very good job. The food has always been prepared well and tastes very fresh.

Yes you can find test-tube pizza made from GMO ingredients for a lot less but before you bite into it you may want to question why the GMO practice has been banned in so many countries other than the USA.

I applaud Farrow for the effort to join the ranks of Lakes Region Restaurants serving clean food. It is not their fault that in costs more.

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by Rusty

How do you know?

Is this a serious question? When you order let's say a sausage pizza and Faro puts sliced Italian sausage on their pizza and Papa Gino's puts little pieces of sausage crumbles on theirs, I'd say it's pretty obvious.


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[Rusty]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Is this a serious question? When you order let's say a sausage pizza and Faro puts sliced Italian sausage on their pizza and Papa Gino's puts little pieces of sausage crumbles on theirs, I'd say it's pretty obvious.


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It was a serious question.

This is what Papa Gino's has in their sausage:
Pork, water, corn syrup solids, salt, spices, dextrose, paprika, garlic, lemon juice powder (corn syrup solids, lemon juice, lemon oil), flavorings, BHA, BHT, citric acid.

Can you tell me what the ingredients are in Faro's sausage?

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by Rusty

It was a serious question.



This is what Papa Gino's has in their sausage:

Pork, water, corn syrup solids, salt, spices, dextrose, paprika, garlic, lemon juice powder (corn syrup solids, lemon juice, lemon oil), flavorings, BHA, BHT, citric acid.



Can you tell me what the ingredients are in Faro's sausage?

Here what's in a real Italian Sausage. Ready? Pork, spices and a natural casing to hold it all together. No bha, bht, citric acid, preservatives, corn syrup, lemon juice, dextrose. Should I keep going?? The fact is that Faro uses whole foods. Homemade foods. Products that are not mass produced. Quality NOT Quantity is what defines a really great restaurant. But hey, not everyone cares about quality.


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[Rusty]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Here what's in a real Italian Sausage. Ready? Pork, spices and a natural casing to hold it all together. No bha, bht, citric acid, preservatives, corn syrup, lemon juice, dextrose. Should I keep going?? The fact is that Faro uses whole foods. Homemade foods. Products that are not mass produced. Quality NOT Quantity is what defines a really great restaurant. But hey, not everyone cares about quality.


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Thank you, but what is in Faro's sausage?

Not trying to give you a hard time, it's just that you said that you know, so could you tell me. I like natural stuff.
Maybe I'll try Faro's if they don't use all that nasty stuff in their food.

[BroadHopper]

I think during the week, you can get a large pizza with three toppings of your choice delivered for $7.99. Their spinach/feta cheese and grilled chicken beats Papa Gino's and Pizza Hut.

[baygo]

Originally Posted by BroadHopper

I think during the week, you can get a large pizza with three toppings of your choice delivered for $7.99. Their spinach/feta cheese and grilled chicken beats Papa Gino's and Pizza Hut.

Is Domino's still using imitation cheese to copliment the other GMO ingredients?

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by baygo

Is Domino's still using imitation cheese to copliment the other GMO ingredients?

Seriously right! Dominoes is nasty stuff.


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[thinkxingu]

Originally Posted by GTO

I ordered over the phone, I drove there, they had it ready at the front desk, I took it out. I figure if I order from Papa Gino's, I can get 3 large pizza's for the price of 2 Faro pizzas

You could get 35 Mama Celeste's pizzas, too. Or 66 Elio's slices. Deee-lish. (Can't believe I replied to this)

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by GTO

I ordered over the phone, I drove there, they had it ready at the front desk, I took it out. I figure if I order from Papa Gino's, I can get 3 large pizza's for the price of 2 Faro pizzas

Thinking about it more... You should have gone to Papa Gino's in the first place.


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[GTO]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Thinking about it more... You should have gone to Papa Gino's in the first place.


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you kidding, I'm going to go pick up the 35 Mama Celeste pizzas and still have money left over for a redbox movie. And to be honest, the pizza from Faro's wasn't anything special anyways, especially for the price (I dont eat pizza but thats what I was told). We will try Faro's for the pasta when we get the chance (I dont eat pasta either so I'll have to rely on my family for the critique).

[Puck]

Personally if I am going out to an Italian restaurant I do not want to hear any f-bombs in the background. "Che cazzo fai?!?" on the other hand is completely acceptable... especially if some line cook made something that looked like it came from Papa Gino's and tried to send it out of the kitchen calling it a "pizza."

[Phantom]

Did We all lose sight of the fact that Faro is NOT specializing in Pizza !!

It is ONE (and only one) of their many menu offerings


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[Rusty]

Originally Posted by Phantom

Did We all lose sight of the fact that Faro is NOT specializing in Pizza !!

It is ONE (and only one) of their many menu offerings


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That's an odd statement to make because this is what Faro's says on their web-site:

"Our most popular menu items are our pizzas, which cost $10 to $30. We make pizzas with sliced tomato, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic glaze. In addition, we offer handmade, gluten-free pasta. If you're looking to take our exquisite menu to your party, we offer catering that requires two weeks' to a month's notice."

http://www.faroitaliangrille.com/Ita...aconia-NH.html

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by Rusty

That's an odd statement to make because this is what Faro's says on their web-site:



"Our most popular menu items are our pizzas, which cost $10 to $30. We make pizzas with sliced tomato, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic glaze. In addition, we offer handmade, gluten-free pasta. If you're looking to take our exquisite menu to your party, we offer catering that requires two weeks' to a month's notice."



http://www.faroitaliangrille.com/Ita...aconia-NH.html

Hey Rusty, is your building in the Weirs still available for lease?


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[brk-lnt]

Originally Posted by Slickcraft

Q: What is the difference between an artisan pizza and a good pizza from the local pizza shop? A: About $8

In all seriousness, if you *truly* believe that, then you are absolutely best off ordering from the local quickie takeout.

For almost any food or beverage category there are "Good, Better, Best" options. I haven't been to Faro yet, but it *appears* from their general positioning they are trying to put themselves somewhere in the Better to Best category. Comparing any of their menu items to price-optimized "Good" offerings isn't even logical.

Perhaps their pizzas aren't worth $17+ to you. That's OK, but I don't think they have any intention of placing themselves in the low-budget pizza category. Their biggest competitor may be simply lack of sufficient same-class competition in the area.

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by brk-lnt

In all seriousness, if you *truly* believe that, then you are absolutely best off ordering from the local quickie takeout.

For almost any food or beverage category there are "Good, Better, Best" options. I haven't been to Faro yet, but it *appears* from their general positioning they are trying to put themselves somewhere in the Better to Best category. Comparing any of their menu items to price-optimized "Good" offerings isn't even logical.

Perhaps their pizzas aren't worth $17+ to you. That's OK, but I don't think they have any intention of placing themselves in the low-budget pizza category. Their biggest competitor may be simply lack of sufficient same-class competition in the area.

As I noted earlier we have eaten at Faro and enjoyed the visit. The pizza order reported was $17.50 each for plain cheese pizza. IMHO that is way overpriced but if you think that is just right then that's OK. Go for it.

I normally make my own pizza at home, dough in the bread machine and my own sauce. If we do buy pizza, it is from a local independent shop. Never tried a chain. At the Alton Village Pizza a large cheese pizza is $9.60 and in my opinion very good dough and sauce. Any added veg toppings are always sliced fresh, not canned. Of course this is not a nice decor eat-in place.

BTW, a cheese pizza at Ellacoya is $11.

[LongBay]

Up the street at Church Landing you can get the Lakehouse Pizza with Maine lobster, asparagus, scallions, mascarpone, Parmesan and mozzarella for $14.00.
BTW, there are no F-bombs going off in the background.

[belly_button_biter]

Originally Posted by LongBay

Up the street at Church Landing you can get the Lakehouse Pizza with Maine lobster, asparagus, scallions, mascarpone, Parmesatheir crust is disgustingn and mozzarella for $14.00.
BTW, there are no F-bombs going off in the background.

I really don't like profanity while dining but I would rather sit and listen to the best of Em in Em while dining than eat another common man pizza. Their crust is disgusting.

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by LongBay

Up the street at Church Landing you can get the Lakehouse Pizza with Maine lobster, asparagus, scallions, mascarpone, Parmesan and mozzarella for $14.00.

BTW, there are no F-bombs going off in the background.

Longbay, the pizza that you are referring to is an APPETIZER! It better be a big APPETIZER for $14!! As far as the F BOMBS that you are referring to..., I've never had that issue at the Lobster Pound or at Faro. But I will say that I've heard F BOMBS at most places that I've eaten. Lago, The Mug, The Lakehouse, T Bones just to name a few. It's what happens when you leave your house and subject your ears to the public. That's all.


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[Mr. V]

Originally Posted by GTO

Got take out there tonight for the first time. 2large cheese pizzas, $35. Seriously!!!!!!!!

Out here near Portland, Oregon two large cheese pies from a very good quality, "authentic" NY-style pizzeria cost $30.

[Bumble2249]

I have zero ownership interests in any restaurant. I have a good deal of restaurant knowledge from schooling and past restaurant management positions. Nor am I friends with any of the restaurant owners in this area. Sorry for the let down.


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[wifi]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

I have zero ownership interests in any restaurant.

You portray personal knowledge of the ins and outs of every restaurant in the area. If what you claim is true, I'm marveled at what you have put together.

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

...... Sorry for the let down.

I wasn't trying to out anything, I study things ad nausium, and I can't hold a candle to the conclusions/knowledge you imply

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by wifi

You portray personal knowledge of the ins and outs of every restaurant in the area. If what you claim is true, I'm marveled at what you have put together.











I wasn't trying to out anything, I study things ad nausium, and I can hold a candle to the conclusions/knowledge you imply

Is it not ok to have an educated opinion? That's all it is that I have. My professional experience has given me the knowledge and know how in regards to the hospitality business. That's all.


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[Pine Island Guy]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

I have zero ownership interests in any restaurant. I have a good deal of restaurant knowledge from schooling and past restaurant management positions. Nor am I friends with any of the restaurant owners in this area. Sorry for the let down.

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

The Lobster a Pound has Great Lake views and tons of space to accommodate your party. If you'd like a last minute reservation, private message me.

From your earlier post it made it sound like you do have friends in the business...


Ice Ice and more Ice, but be safe out there! -PIG

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by Pine Island Guy

From your earlier post it made it sound like you do have friends in the business...


Ice Ice and more Ice, but be safe out there! -PIG

Pig, I used to have a friend that waited on tables at the Lobster Pound. She's however no longer there.


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[Den65]

Went tuesday night (last night) for our 25th anniversary sat at the bar (the high end) and had a great meal. if you haven't been there go before the summer because you will need reservations by then. I've been about 7 times and haven't been disapointed yet. My fav is the eggplant but I've only had it twice so I guess I'll have to give it a few more try's. The wife is hooked on the chicken marsala. i do recomend the antipasto for an appetizer, very good. Also Richards home made Limoncello is a great finish to a tasty meal (if they have left it goes fast).

[Bumble2249]

Thanks for the laugh thegreyghost!! Read my mind!


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[thinkxingu]

PBFF, thanks for the review, even if your honesty brought about snarky comments. I had to look up your reference because I thought it was too ironic to be true.

[Resident 2B]

Thanks for the honest review PBFF! It is appreciated.

I suspect some of the recent posters might have some sort of a vested interest in the place. I have not been to Faro yet, so my mind is completely open.

I will post a honest review after my second or third visit this summer.

R2B

[thinkxingu]

I never use reservations because 1. Dining out is always better when spontaneous. 2. I don't like to be tied to a specific time, C. We always seem to wait anyway, 4. We're simply not that timely. And anyway, I agree with above about wondering why a reservation should be made if a restaurant has posted hours.

[Reilly]

went last Sat Nite 4 of us sat in lounge area at high top for 4 Hostess had said to sit anywhere, after ordering drinks Hostess came in &said table was reserved ???? moved us into corner, food was ok sevice was terrible & when we left 2hrs later our original table was still empty, We will never go back

[Bumble2249]

Brought my parents to Faro tonight for dinner. All I can say is wow! All of our meals were great! Dessert may have been the highlight though! Only due to the fact that we had lemon sorbet which was served in an actual hollowed out frozen lemon and a coconut sorbet which was served inside a hollowed out half of coconut! Never have I had sorbet like this! And according to our server, it comes straight from Italy!

Unbelievable! Thanks for making my parents 45th anniversary a great one.


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[Den65]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Brought my parents to Faro tonight for dinner. All I can say is wow! All of our meals were great! Dessert may have been the highlight though! Only due to the fact that we had lemon sorbet which was served in an actual hollowed out frozen lemon and a coconut sorbet which was served inside a hollowed out half of coconut! Never have I had sorbet like this! And according to our server, it comes straight from Italy!

Unbelievable! Thanks for making my parents 45th anniversary a great one.

Tried the Lemon sorbet a picture is worth a thousand words, great way to end a great meal

[Diver Vince]

Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Brought my parents to Faro tonight for dinner. All I can say is wow! All of our meals were great! Dessert may have been the highlight though! Only due to the fact that we had lemon sorbet which was served in an actual hollowed out frozen lemon and a coconut sorbet which was served inside a hollowed out half of coconut! Never have I had sorbet like this! And according to our server, it comes straight from Italy!

Unbelievable! Thanks for making my parents 45th anniversary a great one.


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Hmmm.. Our server last evening also said the fresh pasta came directly from Italy. Personally never heard of fresh pasta being shipped from Italy.

[Bumble2249]

Originally Posted by Diver Vince

Hmmm.. Our server last evening also said the fresh pasta came directly from Italy. Personally never heard of fresh pasta being shipped from Italy.

All I know is they serve fresh pasta. Not sure if it's from Italy or not. I do know that I love it though!


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[Den65]

Originally Posted by Diver Vince

Hmmm.. Our server last evening also said the fresh pasta came directly from Italy. Personally never heard of fresh pasta being shipped from Italy.

I think he is talking about the Sorbet coming from Italy the pasta is made on site.

[Resident 2B]

Originally Posted by Diver Vince

Hmmm.. Our server last evening also said the fresh pasta came directly from Italy. Personally never heard of fresh pasta being shipped from Italy.

No way freah pasta can come from Italy. It would not be fresh when it gets to Laconia. In addition, the great lemon sorbet in a real lemon cups is served all over the North End of Boston. They are readily available on-line as well. I doubt they come from Italy. What is available locally is great!

That said, fresh pasta is the way to go. The fresher the better, so saying it comes from Italy is a negative in my opinion.
The deserts served in real fruit casings are also wonderful, even though they are available locally.

No idea where the wait staff gets their info, but home made pasta and these filled frozen deserts are well worth going to Favo.

Sounds like a staff training opportunity to me.

R2B

[vmlite84]

I didn't see Veal on the online menu, so it's just chicken?