51 Mill Street Closed from 8/11-8/17

Mirror Lake's BB · 08-15-2008, 11:59 AM

Does anyone know why they are currently closed for one week? It seems strange to shutdown during the busiest part of the season. We had several great meals there earlier this season.

Mee-n-Mac · 08-15-2008, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Mirror Lake's BB

Does anyone know why they are currently closed for one week? It seems strange to shutdown during the busiest part of the season. We had several great meals there earlier this season.

Just more financial problems I guess. We had reservations there tonight too. Guess we'll go to Garwoods but it's not the same.

secondcurve · 08-15-2008, 06:13 PM

They filed bankruptcy a few weeks back. Unfortunately, it is doubtful they will reopen under the same ownership.

Neko · 08-18-2008, 11:38 AM

Has 51 Mill st opened up again?

Mirror Lake's BB · 08-18-2008, 02:25 PM

I called them this morning and was told they will be opening now on Thursday. She ( I didn't ask her name ) said they were closed due to an inspection problem (structural) in the kitchen. I asked about the financial problems and she indicated that it has been 'taken care of' . So, I would call first. #569-3303.

secondcurve · 09-02-2008, 10:04 PM

Is 51 Mill Street open???

Neko · 09-03-2008, 07:48 AM

Yes 51 Mill St is open. Had some GREAT fried Clams for lunch the other day Thanks to John and Kathy.

eyenotall777 · 10-30-2008, 01:50 PM

I was looking to dine at this fine establishment tomorrow evening w/ another couple when I went on-line to try and find a menu....instead, this is what I found:

http://www.paulmcinnis.com/Lakes-Reg...-Hampshire.asp

It's really too bad what is happening to the area

RGA645 · 10-31-2008, 03:04 PM

I ate there last Saturday night and the meal was as good as always. I would encourage anyone that was plans to visit 51 Mill Street to do so.

mcdude · 10-31-2008, 07:46 PM

hmmm.....interesting.....we tried to go there for lunch on the Sunday of Columbus Day week-end and the place was shut up tight. Too bad really. One of my favorite places.

secondcurve · 10-31-2008, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mcdude

hmmm.....interesting.....we tried to go there for lunch on the Sunday of Columbus Day week-end and the place was shut up tight. Too bad really. One of my favorite places.

Not to worry. It is a nice building with a good location. Probably by next summer someone new will own the building and be running the restaurant. That is the history of this place. Do you remember the Back Bay Boathouse? That was the name of the restaurant in that location up until 1994.

jeffk · 11-01-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by secondcurve

Not to worry. It is a nice building with a good location. Probably by next summer someone new will own the building and be running the restaurant.

With the economy the way it is and the fact that the restaurant is fairly large it might not be that easy to get it financed. I would agree that it will be bought eventually. Although the assessed price of $830K seems like a deal. Of course there's the value of all the interior and kitchen if you wanted to buy it as is.

Mee-n-Mac · 11-01-2008, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffk

With the economy the way it is and the fact that the restaurant is fairly large it might not be that easy to get it financed. I would agree that it will be bought eventually. Although the assessed price of $830K seems like a deal. Of course there's the value of all the interior and kitchen if you wanted to buy it as is.

Of course if it is sold and re-opens there's no assurance the new restaurant will be of the same high quality as the old 51 Mill St. They do have a problem in that the restaurant is not easily seen from main st.

Waterbaby · 11-01-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mee-n-Mac

Of course if it is sold and re-opens there's no assurance the new restaurant will be of the same high quality as the old 51 Mill St. They do have a problem in that the restaurant is not easily seen from main st.

They could always have someone walking around by the town docks and downtown with a sandwichboard-type sign on.................... (not sure if that pun was intended or not,

)

camp guy · 11-01-2008, 04:41 PM

You can't get any more off the beaten path than the Woodshed, and it seems to survive. 51 Mill Street is too unpredictable - great meal one time, not so great the next. Also, it is pricey, and that won't fly with the locals in Wolfeboro. If a restaurant is going to be a little on the pricey side, then the food MUST be consistently equal to the price. 51 Mill Street is also suffering the backlash of previous owners (the last several) who let the restaurant go down hill, let the bar take over, and this drives the families away. Parents with children, and also older folks, don't want to go to a restaurant at which there is a noisey, unpredictable, drinking crowd - bad atmosphere.

I hope someone will buy it and make an effort to serve regular food, done well, priced fairly, and served by someone who appears to actually want to be there.

secondcurve · 11-25-2008, 09:23 PM

Apparently 51 Mill Street is still headed to auction. Is it still open? Maybe the owners can put it off once again?

198 Seat Restaurant

k/a 51 Mill Street

Lakes Region
Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
POSTPONED TO: Tuesday, December 9th at 11:00 a.m.

REAL ESTATE commercial condominium located at 51 Mill Street, #1 – A 5,114± sq.ft. restaurant on 1.03± acres of land with 144± feet of water frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee’s Back Bay. A full service, first floor restaurant with seating capacity of 198 indoor and 113 seasonal outdoor. Second floor has (2) offices, ¾ bathroom and meeting room. Some or all of the equipment, machinery, furniture and other personal property may be included in the sale. Any included personal property may be offered and sold with the premises as an entirety, in lots, by piece, or in some combination thereof, at the sole discretion of Mortgagee/Secured Party. Formerly known as 51 Mill Street Restaurant and Love’s Quay Restaurant. Zoning is Commercial District C-2, Zone A, Greater Downtown. Assessed Value: $830,800. Town Reference: Tax Map 217, Lot 23, Unit 1.

Inspection: One hour prior to auction, if permitted.

Terms: $25,000 Deposit in cash, certified check or bank check at time and place of sale. The successful bidder will be required to increase their deposit to a total of 10% of the purchase price within 5 days of sale. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing within 30 days of the auction. Sale is a Foreclosure Auction per order of the Mortgagee and the Secured Party.

Directions: From the intersection of Routes 28 & 109 in Wolfeboro, follow Route 109 northwest approximately ½ mile then right onto Mill Street.

Merrymeeting · 03-08-2009, 09:21 PM

According to an ad in the latest Baysider, the local paper for the southeast section of the lake, 51 Mill Street is open Mon-Sat 11:30 - 9:00PM and on Sunday's for breakfast till 2:00 PM

Sunday brunch when we open up the lake house sounds good to me!

Greenbean · 03-29-2009, 12:36 PM

51 Mill Street in Wolfeboro was open and jammed this morning. We went before church was out but most every seat was taken by the time we left. They were BUSY! We had a nice breakfast for 4 and it was $28.18.

Gearhead · 06-19-2009, 12:10 PM

My wife and I paid them a visit last night and the food is really quite good, although I'm pretty easy to please. We've been there several times and we've never once been disappointed about our meals. We always get a great view of Back Bay and the wait staff is always great.

mcdude · 10-01-2009, 09:08 AM

I'm not sure what was "wrong" with the old menu but now they have a new one:
__________________________________________________ _____
51 Mill Street

DINING & SPIRITS

569-3303

THE BEST JUST GOT BETTER

OUR NEW MENUS BEGIN ON SEPT. 24

NEW APPETIZERS • NEW SANDWICHES • NEW ENTREES

BREAKFAST SUNDAY 9AM TO 1PM

LUNCH BEGINS AT 12 NOON

ENTERTAINMENT

8:30 TO 11:30

THURS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .K

ARAOKE

FRI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LIVE BAND

SAT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DJ ANDY

HOURS

SUNDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9AM TO 9PM

MONDAY THRU SATURDAY . . .11:30AM TO 9PM

COUPON 51 MILL STREET DINING & SPIRITS COUPON

ANY MENU

MON. -->THURS. ANY 2 APPETIZERS $4.00 OFF

ANY 2 SANDWICHES $4.00 OFF

ANY 2 ENTREES $10.00 OFF

FRI., SAT. & SUN. ANY 2 APPETIZERS $3.00 OFF

ANY 2 SANDWICHES $3.00 OFF

ANY 2 ENTREES $5.00 OFF

PLEASE PRESENT COUPON BEFORE ORDERING.

LIQUOR AND TAX NOT INCLUDED. NOT GOOD WITH

ANY OTHER OFFER OR GROUP PACKAGE

. NOT VALID ON TAKE

-OUT ORDERS. NOT VALID ON HOLIDAYS.

MAXIMUM OF 3 COUPONS PER GROUP FOR PARTIES OF

SIX OR MORE

. 20% GRATUITY WILL BE ADDED TO FULL

VALUE OF CHECK

.

expires 10/31/09

Neko · 10-01-2009, 12:34 PM

Mcdude, I could not find the coupon for 51 Mill St on the Baysider. Was this and old ad?

mcdude · 10-01-2009, 02:18 PM

Neko: in the on-line edition that came out just today it appears on p. 3. McD

Neko · 10-02-2009, 06:21 AM

Thanks
I'll use it tonight.

secondcurve · 10-03-2009, 07:51 AM

I think the coupon/entertainment change is likely in response to the transition from in season to off season against a backdrop of a difficult economy.

Neko · 10-04-2009, 04:25 PM

I went there both Friday and Saturday night for supper. Both time the food from the new menu was GREAT.
The steak and chees sub was fantastic.

Neko · 11-02-2009, 08:38 AM

In last weeks Granite state news paper there was an add saying that 51 Mill st was going to be auctioned off next week.
Looks like they may still be in trouble. To bad great place to eat and meet fieinds.

Yosemite Sam · 11-02-2009, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Neko

In last weeks Granite state news paper there was an add saying that 51 Mill st was going to be auctioned off next week.
Looks like they may still be in trouble. To bad great place to eat and meet fieinds.

The paper has two ad's that pertain to 51 Mill Street. One for an auction and the other for making reservations. Just a little confusing to me.

Here they are:

08-18-2008, 11:38 AM	#4
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	51 Mill st. Has 51 Mill st opened up again?

09-03-2008, 07:48 AM	#7
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	51 Mill St. Yes 51 Mill St is open. Had some GREAT fried Clams for lunch the other day Thanks to John and Kathy.

10-30-2008, 01:50 PM	#8
eyenotall777 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 154 Thanks: 39 Thanked 28 Times in 19 Posts	51 Mill Street Auction I was looking to dine at this fine establishment tomorrow evening w/ another couple when I went on-line to try and find a menu....instead, this is what I found: http://www.paulmcinnis.com/Lakes-Reg...-Hampshire.asp It's really too bad what is happening to the area

11-01-2008, 04:41 PM	#15
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,193 Thanks: 303 Thanked 529 Times in 296 Posts	51 Mill Street You can't get any more off the beaten path than the Woodshed, and it seems to survive. 51 Mill Street is too unpredictable - great meal one time, not so great the next. Also, it is pricey, and that won't fly with the locals in Wolfeboro. If a restaurant is going to be a little on the pricey side, then the food MUST be consistently equal to the price. 51 Mill Street is also suffering the backlash of previous owners (the last several) who let the restaurant go down hill, let the bar take over, and this drives the families away. Parents with children, and also older folks, don't want to go to a restaurant at which there is a noisey, unpredictable, drinking crowd - bad atmosphere. I hope someone will buy it and make an effort to serve regular food, done well, priced fairly, and served by someone who appears to actually want to be there.

11-25-2008, 09:23 PM	#16
secondcurve Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,118 Thanks: 1,331 Thanked 559 Times in 288 Posts	Upcoming Auction Apparently 51 Mill Street is still headed to auction. Is it still open? Maybe the owners can put it off once again? 198 Seat Restaurant k/a 51 Mill Street Lakes Region Wolfeboro, New Hampshire POSTPONED TO: Tuesday, December 9th at 11:00 a.m. REAL ESTATE commercial condominium located at 51 Mill Street, #1 – A 5,114± sq.ft. restaurant on 1.03± acres of land with 144± feet of water frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee’s Back Bay. A full service, first floor restaurant with seating capacity of 198 indoor and 113 seasonal outdoor. Second floor has (2) offices, ¾ bathroom and meeting room. Some or all of the equipment, machinery, furniture and other personal property may be included in the sale. Any included personal property may be offered and sold with the premises as an entirety, in lots, by piece, or in some combination thereof, at the sole discretion of Mortgagee/Secured Party. Formerly known as 51 Mill Street Restaurant and Love’s Quay Restaurant. Zoning is Commercial District C-2, Zone A, Greater Downtown. Assessed Value: $830,800. Town Reference: Tax Map 217, Lot 23, Unit 1. Inspection: One hour prior to auction, if permitted. Terms: $25,000 Deposit in cash, certified check or bank check at time and place of sale. The successful bidder will be required to increase their deposit to a total of 10% of the purchase price within 5 days of sale. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing within 30 days of the auction. Sale is a Foreclosure Auction per order of the Mortgagee and the Secured Party. Directions: From the intersection of Routes 28 & 109 in Wolfeboro, follow Route 109 northwest approximately ½ mile then right onto Mill Street.

08-15-2008, 11:59 AM	#1
Mirror Lake's BB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Wayne, PA & Mirror Lake Posts: 150 Thanks: 117 Thanked 17 Times in 15 Posts	51 Mill Street Closed from 8/11-8/17 Does anyone know why they are currently closed for one week? It seems strange to shutdown during the busiest part of the season. We had several great meals there earlier this season. Last edited by Mirror Lake's BB; 08-15-2008 at 12:01 PM. Reason: Incorrect date in heading

08-15-2008, 06:13 PM	#3
secondcurve Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,118 Thanks: 1,331 Thanked 559 Times in 288 Posts	They filed bankruptcy a few weeks back. Unfortunately, it is doubtful they will reopen under the same ownership.

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08-18-2008, 02:25 PM	#5
Mirror Lake's BB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Wayne, PA & Mirror Lake Posts: 150 Thanks: 117 Thanked 17 Times in 15 Posts	Good news, I think I called them this morning and was told they will be opening now on Thursday. She ( I didn't ask her name ) said they were closed due to an inspection problem (structural) in the kitchen. I asked about the financial problems and she indicated that it has been 'taken care of' . So, I would call first. #569-3303. Last edited by Mirror Lake's BB; 08-18-2008 at 02:27 PM. Reason: Needed to clarify type of inspection issue

09-02-2008, 10:04 PM	#6
secondcurve Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,118 Thanks: 1,331 Thanked 559 Times in 288 Posts	Is 51 Mill Street open???

10-31-2008, 03:04 PM	#9
RGA645 Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I ate there last Saturday night and the meal was as good as always. I would encourage anyone that was plans to visit 51 Mill Street to do so.

10-31-2008, 07:46 PM	#10
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	hmmm.....interesting.....we tried to go there for lunch on the Sunday of Columbus Day week-end and the place was shut up tight. Too bad really. One of my favorite places.

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03-08-2009, 09:21 PM	#17
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	According to an ad in the latest Baysider, the local paper for the southeast section of the lake, 51 Mill Street is open Mon-Sat 11:30 - 9:00PM and on Sunday's for breakfast till 2:00 PM Sunday brunch when we open up the lake house sounds good to me!

03-29-2009, 12:36 PM	#18
Greenbean Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Sunday Brunch at 51 Mill Street 51 Mill Street in Wolfeboro was open and jammed this morning. We went before church was out but most every seat was taken by the time we left. They were BUSY! We had a nice breakfast for 4 and it was $28.18.

06-19-2009, 12:10 PM	#19
Gearhead Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Alton Posts: 166 Thanks: 13 Thanked 19 Times in 8 Posts	Our Favorite Restaurant My wife and I paid them a visit last night and the food is really quite good, although I'm pretty easy to please. We've been there several times and we've never once been disappointed about our meals. We always get a great view of Back Bay and the wait staff is always great.

10-01-2009, 09:08 AM	#20
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	Coupons from the Baysider - If you haven't been, check it out! I'm not sure what was "wrong" with the old menu but now they have a new one: __________________________________________________ _____ 51 Mill Street DINING & SPIRITS 569-3303 THE BEST JUST GOT BETTER OUR NEW MENUS BEGIN ON SEPT. 24 NEW APPETIZERS • NEW SANDWICHES • NEW ENTREES BREAKFAST SUNDAY 9AM TO 1PM LUNCH BEGINS AT 12 NOON ENTERTAINMENT 8:30 TO 11:30 THURS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .K ARAOKE FRI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LIVE BAND SAT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DJ ANDY HOURS SUNDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9AM TO 9PM MONDAY THRU SATURDAY . . .11:30AM TO 9PM COUPON 51 MILL STREET DINING & SPIRITS COUPON ANY MENU MON. -->THURS. ANY 2 APPETIZERS $4.00 OFF ANY 2 SANDWICHES $4.00 OFF ANY 2 ENTREES $10.00 OFF FRI., SAT. & SUN. ANY 2 APPETIZERS $3.00 OFF ANY 2 SANDWICHES $3.00 OFF ANY 2 ENTREES $5.00 OFF PLEASE PRESENT COUPON BEFORE ORDERING. LIQUOR AND TAX NOT INCLUDED. NOT GOOD WITH ANY OTHER OFFER OR GROUP PACKAGE . NOT VALID ON TAKE -OUT ORDERS. NOT VALID ON HOLIDAYS. MAXIMUM OF 3 COUPONS PER GROUP FOR PARTIES OF SIX OR MORE . 20% GRATUITY WILL BE ADDED TO FULL VALUE OF CHECK . expires 10/31/09 __________________

10-01-2009, 12:34 PM	#21
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	51 Mill St Mcdude, I could not find the coupon for 51 Mill St on the Baysider. Was this and old ad?

10-01-2009, 02:18 PM	#22
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	Neko: in the on-line edition that came out just today it appears on p. 3. McD __________________

10-02-2009, 06:21 AM	#23
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	51 Mill St Thanks I'll use it tonight.

10-03-2009, 07:51 AM	#24
secondcurve Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,118 Thanks: 1,331 Thanked 559 Times in 288 Posts	I think the coupon/entertainment change is likely in response to the transition from in season to off season against a backdrop of a difficult economy.

10-04-2009, 04:25 PM	#25
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	I went there both Friday and Saturday night for supper. Both time the food from the new menu was GREAT. The steak and chees sub was fantastic.

11-02-2009, 08:38 AM	#26
Neko Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 102 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	51 Mill St auction In last weeks Granite state news paper there was an add saying that 51 Mill st was going to be auctioned off next week. Looks like they may still be in trouble. To bad great place to eat and meet fieinds.