William Tell Inn

ishoot308 · 08-28-2010, 09:42 AM

Had the opportunity to visit the William Tell Inn last night for dinner. We haven't been there in quite a few years and decided to check it out. One word describes it... terrific!

From the moment we stepped in we were greeted by the owner in a warm wonderful way that just started the evening out right.

Our server was professional and attentive. We were quite impressed with the entire staff there and it was quite apparent they were not "seasonal" help. They were very busy and plenty of waitstaff was on hand and everything was served with perfect timing.

For appetizers I had the onion soup which was simply delicious and my wife had the shrimp and scallop Rockefeller which was also very good.

My wife and I both had the weiner schnitzel. It was fabulous and no knife was necessary. The veal cut like a butter with just a fork. Portions were big and a take home bag was required.

For desert we shared what was called "snowballs". This is two large scoops of really good vanilla ice cream which is rolled in toasted coconut. They then place this on top of chocolate tobler sauce with a fresh strawbeery and home made whip cream as garnishment It was just to die for!!

We will definitely be going back to the William Tell Inn!!

Dan

sky_nh · 08-28-2010, 10:38 AM

It's always great to read about a local restaurant that deserves a rave review. Thanks!

-- Sky

no-engine · 08-31-2010, 08:31 PM

They are a special couple! With special food and service!

SAMIAM · 09-01-2010, 11:05 AM

The "Tell" has always been famous for the tobler cake.....at least the one in Campton was.When we were in the catering business Locals around Plyouth and the valley used to have them make tobler wedding cakes which were a huge hit.

donnamatrix · 09-01-2010, 03:09 PM

I assume your post is about the William Tell Inn in Alton on Route 11, owned and operated by Peter and Sue-great couple. Great food. Try the appetizer that is little veal "meatballs" in a cream sauce served in puff pastry. OMG. It's a great place for a party also, they have a private room upstairs. We did a holiday party with about 22 people, and we all ordered from the menu, no special meals, it was terrific.

VitaBene · 09-02-2010, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donnamatrix

I assume your post is about the William Tell Inn in Alton on Route 11, owned and operated by Peter and Sue-great couple. Great food. Try the appetizer that is little veal "meatballs" in a cream sauce served in puff pastry. OMG. It's a great place for a party also, they have a private room upstairs. We did a holiday party with about 22 people, and we all ordered from the menu, no special meals, it was terrific.

I do get confused- are the two William Tell's (Alton and Campton) related?

donnamatrix · 09-02-2010, 04:25 PM

VB: I don't believe they are related, maybe in the past, but not in last 8-10 years.

WakeUp · 09-07-2010, 06:02 AM

It was a fantastic experience from start to finish!

lunch lady · 09-19-2010, 04:06 PM

Try it for their Sunday brunch. Lots ofgreat egg dishes but also they have some of the dinner items but smaller. You really can go wrong.:

Lakesrider · 09-22-2010, 08:00 PM

Why is it that when I drive by it looks like has been closed for years? They need to make it look more inviting from the outside....Just saying.

Rattlesnake Guy · 09-22-2010, 08:40 PM

I agree with you there. I was afraid to go in for years. Then once we tried it we now consider it our favorite. The inside is much nicer. The people are friendly and the food is the best.

Bigstan · 09-22-2010, 09:26 PM

I made the same post 2-3 years ago - 'they look like they are still in business but there is never anyone there'.

However, they Rock!!! All the food we ever tried is great, and the family that runs it is uber-friendlly - do yourself a favor and go!

Lakepilot · 09-23-2010, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lakesrider

Why is it that when I drive by it looks like has been closed for years? They need to make it look more inviting from the outside....Just saying.

I always have the same thought. I find it hard to rationalize the comments on this site with the visual impact on the road.

Rattlesnake Gal · 09-23-2010, 09:14 AM

The William Tell Inn was packed last Friday night.

It's Octoberfest at the inn!

Try it, you'll like it!

Gearhead · 09-23-2010, 12:54 PM

We live in Alton and we've never been there. whenever I drive by, I don't see very many cars. I've often wondered if they were still open too.

Maybe we'll give it a shot. I like Pferdesteak.

nicole · 09-23-2010, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rattlesnake Gal

The William Tell Inn was packed last Friday night.

It's Octoberfest at the inn!

Try it, you'll like it!

I looked on their website but just saw the regular menu. I am guessing since you said it was packed, does that mean you ate there on Friday? If so, do you recall if they had the fondue like they did last year for Octoberfest? Thanks

IslandRadio · 09-23-2010, 04:47 PM

The William Tell Inn (Alton) is *UNBELIEVABLE* !! The food is wonderful (my favorite is the Pork Oreso (spelling is WRONG, but you'll figure it out when you're there!).

The folks are friendly and obviously are dedicated to what they are doing.

Have been there many times - never during the Octoberfest.. this year, for sure!

Regards,

Steve

Lakesrider · 09-24-2010, 08:38 PM

If you say so. I'll take the wife and give it a try.....

Your not messin' with me now are you?

gravy boat · 09-24-2010, 09:57 PM

Truly wonderful year after year. Wonderful owners. We had our wedding there
a little more than 6 years ago. Hosts are gracious and food consistently excellent.

Been going there since before they opened....I was their first employee way back when and have great memories. It does make me feel old to remember that Susie was pregnant with Rene when I worked there... :-)

Gb

upthesaukee · 09-24-2010, 10:09 PM

Celebrated wife's birthday tonight. Food great as always.

Keeping the feeling of being "never being open" in mind, I counted cars on the way in (18 besides ours) and 17 on the way out. We were there from 6 to 730 and didn't see many open tables. I think that the layout of the parking lot makes it seem that there aren't many cars in the lot, but the area in front of the restaurant are somewhat hidden by bushes. Also, not being open early in the day for lunch tends to make it a later arriving crowd, IMHO.

Anyway, very good food, and if they have the apple strudel for dessert, ya gotta try it. It is so light and flaky mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

Rattlesnake Guy · 09-27-2010, 11:57 PM

They have an appetizer which is veal meat balls in a mushroom sauce over puff pastry. I could live on it for a week.

ghfromaltonbay · 09-29-2010, 04:32 PM

We were there last Wed. night for my birthday dinner and had 6 o'clock reservations. The place was almost full (1 or 2 empty tables in the bar area). My family loves the early bird specials (all dinners $10.95) from 5-6:30. The Oktoberfest specials were great, including those on the early bird menu. For dessert we had the apple strudel which is only available during Oktoberfest. It was wunderbar! The Bosserts are terrific hosts. We have never had a bad experience there. Can't wait to get back there this winter.

donnamatrix · 09-29-2010, 04:44 PM

I remember, many years ago, their pet black and white cat had a preferential seat in the bar...he/she was quite elderly back then, and a couple years later passed away. As far as I know they have not gotten another kitty to be their vice president of security, but it was a nice, homey touch. Plus the food is to die for.

Excalibur · 10-04-2010, 12:54 PM

Checked out the William Tell this weekend for the first time. What a great place, the service was friendly and the atmosphere was enjoyable. The meal was top notch and looking forward to the next time.

It was a real busy place, we left at 9 PM and the dinning room was still full.

bigdog · 10-06-2010, 08:01 PM

Does anyone know if the William Tell Inn will be open during the winter?

If so, what days will they be open for business?
I suspect only the week-ends?

Thanks.
BD

RI Swamp Yankee · 10-06-2010, 08:46 PM

This is from their website:
http://www.thewilliamtellinn.com/

Now open
Tuesday through Sunday

We will be open
Tuesday October 5th & 12th

Early Bird Dinner Specials
Tuesday - Saturday
5 to 6:30
Sunday 3 to 6:30
Our Gift Certificates make the perfect gift!

Tuesday - Saturday
Open at 5 pm
Sunday Brunch noon - 3
Sunday open 12 to close

Barney Bear · 07-08-2011, 10:46 AM

My first mate and I went with friends from Welch Island to the early-bird session at the William Tell Inn last Sunday. As usual, the experience was wonderful. The special salad is almost a meal!!! We will return again soon when the relatives "invade". Our WI friends have been there several times this season. The hostess [owner -- husband is the chef] is charming. We highly recommend this fine restaurant.

Jeanzb1 · 09-09-2011, 08:55 AM

Had their vegetable rissotto a few weeks ago. FABULOUS. And, of course, my husband always orders the Sauerbraten with red cabbage. However, we couldn't agree more that they realllllllly should re-landscape the front of the restaurant. The overgrown bushes need ripping out and the building needs paint. That would go a long way towards increased revenues. Are you reading this, Sue and Peter???????

RLW · 09-09-2011, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

Had their vegetable rissotto a few weeks ago. FABULOUS. And, of course, my husband always orders the Sauerbraten with red cabbage. However, we couldn't agree more that they realllllllly should re-landscape the front of the restaurant. The overgrown bushes need ripping out and the building needs paint. That would go a long way towards increased revenues. Are you reading this, Sue and Peter???????

My wife enjoy the restaurant, but commented when we went by yesterday that the outside really needs some of their loving care as they give their food. I do not like using this word, but it looks like a dump on the outside.

fpartri497 · 09-10-2011, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RI Swamp Yankee

This is from their website:
http://www.thewilliamtellinn.com/

Now open
Tuesday through Sunday

We will be open
Tuesday October 5th & 12th

Early Bird Dinner Specials
Tuesday - Saturday
5 to 6:30
Sunday 3 to 6:30
Our Gift Certificates make the perfect gift!

Tuesday - Saturday
Open at 5 pm
Sunday Brunch noon - 3

Sunday open 12 to close

Oct. 5th and 12th are not a Tuesday as stated above. It is a wednsday

ishoot308 · 09-10-2011, 07:55 AM

Just an fyi... Only in October can you get the William Tells desert specialty "Apple Strudel". If you have never had their strudel I HIGHLY recommend going over to the Tell in October and take advantage of it. It is absolutely wonderful!

Dan

riverat · 09-10-2011, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fpartri497

Oct. 5th and 12th are not a Tuesday as stated above. It is a wednsday

that was posted in 2010

08-28-2010, 09:42 AM	#1
ishoot308 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gilford, NH / Welch Island Posts: 6,367 Thanks: 2,422 Thanked 5,349 Times in 2,093 Posts	William Tell Inn Had the opportunity to visit the William Tell Inn last night for dinner. We haven't been there in quite a few years and decided to check it out. One word describes it... terrific! From the moment we stepped in we were greeted by the owner in a warm wonderful way that just started the evening out right. Our server was professional and attentive. We were quite impressed with the entire staff there and it was quite apparent they were not "seasonal" help. They were very busy and plenty of waitstaff was on hand and everything was served with perfect timing. For appetizers I had the onion soup which was simply delicious and my wife had the shrimp and scallop Rockefeller which was also very good. My wife and I both had the weiner schnitzel. It was fabulous and no knife was necessary. The veal cut like a butter with just a fork. Portions were big and a take home bag was required. For desert we shared what was called "snowballs". This is two large scoops of really good vanilla ice cream which is rolled in toasted coconut. They then place this on top of chocolate tobler sauce with a fresh strawbeery and home made whip cream as garnishment It was just to die for!! We will definitely be going back to the William Tell Inn!! Dan

08-31-2010, 08:31 PM	#3
no-engine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: West side Winnipesaukee, Lakes Region Posts: 516 Thanks: 20 Thanked 52 Times in 40 Posts	William Tell Inn They are a special couple! With special food and service!

09-01-2010, 03:09 PM	#5
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Willialm Tell - in Alton, right? I assume your post is about the William Tell Inn in Alton on Route 11, owned and operated by Peter and Sue-great couple. Great food. Try the appetizer that is little veal "meatballs" in a cream sauce served in puff pastry. OMG. It's a great place for a party also, they have a private room upstairs. We did a holiday party with about 22 people, and we all ordered from the menu, no special meals, it was terrific.

09-02-2010, 04:25 PM	#7
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Don't think they are related VB: I don't believe they are related, maybe in the past, but not in last 8-10 years.

09-07-2010, 06:02 AM	#8
WakeUp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	First Time To The William Tell Inn.... It was a fantastic experience from start to finish!

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08-28-2010, 10:38 AM	#2
sky_nh Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Gilford Posts: 76 Thanks: 4 Thanked 15 Times in 5 Posts	It's always great to read about a local restaurant that deserves a rave review. Thanks! -- Sky

09-01-2010, 11:05 AM	#4
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,924 Thanks: 350 Thanked 1,693 Times in 595 Posts	The "Tell" has always been famous for the tobler cake.....at least the one in Campton was.When we were in the catering business Locals around Plyouth and the valley used to have them make tobler wedding cakes which were a huge hit.

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09-19-2010, 04:06 PM	#9
lunch lady Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 21 Blog Entries: 2 Thanks: 10 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	William Tell Try it for their Sunday brunch. Lots ofgreat egg dishes but also they have some of the dinner items but smaller. You really can go wrong.:

09-22-2010, 08:00 PM	#10
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Why is it that when I drive by it looks like has been closed for years? They need to make it look more inviting from the outside....Just saying.

09-22-2010, 08:40 PM	#11
Rattlesnake Guy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,254 Thanks: 423 Thanked 366 Times in 175 Posts	I agree with you there. I was afraid to go in for years. Then once we tried it we now consider it our favorite. The inside is much nicer. The people are friendly and the food is the best.

09-22-2010, 09:26 PM	#12
Bigstan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilford NH Posts: 376 Thanks: 9 Thanked 163 Times in 91 Posts	the people are the key I made the same post 2-3 years ago - 'they look like they are still in business but there is never anyone there'. However, they Rock!!! All the food we ever tried is great, and the family that runs it is uber-friendlly - do yourself a favor and go!

09-23-2010, 09:14 AM	#14
Rattlesnake Gal Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Central NH Posts: 5,253 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 1,455 Thanked 1,357 Times in 476 Posts	William Tell Inn The William Tell Inn was packed last Friday night. It's Octoberfest at the inn! Try it, you'll like it!

09-23-2010, 12:54 PM	#15
Gearhead Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Alton Posts: 166 Thanks: 13 Thanked 19 Times in 8 Posts	We live in Alton and we've never been there. whenever I drive by, I don't see very many cars. I've often wondered if they were still open too. Maybe we'll give it a shot. I like Pferdesteak.

09-23-2010, 04:47 PM	#17
IslandRadio Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mirror Lake - Full time resident Posts: 398 Thanks: 70 Thanked 156 Times in 61 Posts	The William Tell Inn (Alton) is UNBELIEVABLE !! The food is wonderful (my favorite is the Pork Oreso (spelling is WRONG, but you'll figure it out when you're there!). The folks are friendly and obviously are dedicated to what they are doing. Have been there many times - never during the Octoberfest.. this year, for sure! Regards, Steve

09-24-2010, 08:38 PM	#18
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	If you say so. I'll take the wife and give it a try..... Your not messin' with me now are you?

09-24-2010, 09:57 PM	#19
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 596 Thanks: 601 Thanked 203 Times in 102 Posts	Tell Truly wonderful year after year. Wonderful owners. We had our wedding there a little more than 6 years ago. Hosts are gracious and food consistently excellent. Been going there since before they opened....I was their first employee way back when and have great memories. It does make me feel old to remember that Susie was pregnant with Rene when I worked there... :-) Gb

09-24-2010, 10:09 PM	#20
upthesaukee Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 5,614 Blog Entries: 2 Thanks: 2,483 Thanked 1,987 Times in 1,087 Posts	Went tonight Celebrated wife's birthday tonight. Food great as always. Keeping the feeling of being "never being open" in mind, I counted cars on the way in (18 besides ours) and 17 on the way out. We were there from 6 to 730 and didn't see many open tables. I think that the layout of the parking lot makes it seem that there aren't many cars in the lot, but the area in front of the restaurant are somewhat hidden by bushes. Also, not being open early in the day for lunch tends to make it a later arriving crowd, IMHO. Anyway, very good food, and if they have the apple strudel for dessert, ya gotta try it. It is so light and flaky mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! __________________ I Live Here... I am always UPTHESAUKEE !!!!

09-27-2010, 11:57 PM	#21
Rattlesnake Guy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,254 Thanks: 423 Thanked 366 Times in 175 Posts	They have an appetizer which is veal meat balls in a mushroom sauce over puff pastry. I could live on it for a week.

09-29-2010, 04:32 PM	#22
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 843 Thanks: 259 Thanked 234 Times in 134 Posts	Oktoberfest menu at William Tell We were there last Wed. night for my birthday dinner and had 6 o'clock reservations. The place was almost full (1 or 2 empty tables in the bar area). My family loves the early bird specials (all dinners $10.95) from 5-6:30. The Oktoberfest specials were great, including those on the early bird menu. For dessert we had the apple strudel which is only available during Oktoberfest. It was wunderbar! The Bosserts are terrific hosts. We have never had a bad experience there. Can't wait to get back there this winter.

09-29-2010, 04:44 PM	#23
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	WT is great! I remember, many years ago, their pet black and white cat had a preferential seat in the bar...he/she was quite elderly back then, and a couple years later passed away. As far as I know they have not gotten another kitty to be their vice president of security, but it was a nice, homey touch. Plus the food is to die for.

10-04-2010, 12:54 PM	#24
Excalibur Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Gilford,NH is where I would like to be and Southborough, MA is where I have to be Posts: 90 Thanks: 15 Thanked 11 Times in 4 Posts	First Time there Checked out the William Tell this weekend for the first time. What a great place, the service was friendly and the atmosphere was enjoyable. The meal was top notch and looking forward to the next time. It was a real busy place, we left at 9 PM and the dinning room was still full.

10-06-2010, 08:01 PM	#25
bigdog Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central MA-Gilford Posts: 1,453 Thanks: 347 Thanked 124 Times in 98 Posts	William Tell Inn Does anyone know if the William Tell Inn will be open during the winter? If so, what days will they be open for business? I suspect only the week-ends? Thanks. BD

10-06-2010, 08:46 PM	#26
RI Swamp Yankee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: North Kingstown RI Posts: 688 Thanks: 143 Thanked 83 Times in 55 Posts	This is from their website: http://www.thewilliamtellinn.com/ Now open Tuesday through Sunday We will be open Tuesday October 5th & 12th Early Bird Dinner Specials Tuesday - Saturday 5 to 6:30 Sunday 3 to 6:30 Our Gift Certificates make the perfect gift! Tuesday - Saturday Open at 5 pm Sunday Brunch noon - 3 Sunday open 12 to close __________________ Gene ~ aka "another RI Swamp Yankee"

07-08-2011, 10:46 AM	#27
Barney Bear Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 962 Thanks: 498 Thanked 274 Times in 175 Posts	The William Tell Inn My first mate and I went with friends from Welch Island to the early-bird session at the William Tell Inn last Sunday. As usual, the experience was wonderful. The special salad is almost a meal!!! We will return again soon when the relatives "invade". Our WI friends have been there several times this season. The hostess [owner -- husband is the chef] is charming. We highly recommend this fine restaurant.

09-09-2011, 08:55 AM	#28
Jeanzb1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gilford Posts: 557 Thanks: 640 Thanked 176 Times in 95 Posts	Had their vegetable rissotto a few weeks ago. FABULOUS. And, of course, my husband always orders the Sauerbraten with red cabbage. However, we couldn't agree more that they realllllllly should re-landscape the front of the restaurant. The overgrown bushes need ripping out and the building needs paint. That would go a long way towards increased revenues. Are you reading this, Sue and Peter???????

09-10-2011, 07:55 AM	#31
ishoot308 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gilford, NH / Welch Island Posts: 6,367 Thanks: 2,422 Thanked 5,349 Times in 2,093 Posts	October Only Strudel! Just an fyi... Only in October can you get the William Tells desert specialty "Apple Strudel". If you have never had their strudel I HIGHLY recommend going over to the Tell in October and take advantage of it. It is absolutely wonderful! Dan