Rusty Moose

patman · 11-05-2013, 05:25 PM

Bump... Wow...nobody else, huh?

We went there for dinner last Tuesday night, and discovered they were having a "2 for $15" special on a couple of pasta dishes. My wife and I both chose the "chicken Marsala with mushrooms" dish. (I think the other choice was pasta with marinara sauce and cheese, don't remember exactly.) It came with a salad to split between us, bread, and of course the main dishes. Everything was very good, and the total was just under $22 including a soda and a coffee.

Merrymeeting · 11-05-2013, 07:42 PM

Things in life that make you say, "Hmmm?" I just got home from dinner there and intended to resurrect this thread and someone else had beaten me to it!

There were 3 of us and it was our first time there. All were very happy with their meals.

The place was bigger inside than we had expected. It's not a place I would choose for a fine dining experience. But as a pub/comfort food stop, it definitely met and exceeded our expectations. A good selection of local micro brews on tap, very tasty fried green beans, and dinners that were cooked just right.

I had a bacon cheeseburger, served on a large, fresh, english muffin. My companions had the ribs special. All very good.

Our only regret was not having room for the triple chocolate cake that was offered for dessert!

Slickcraft · 11-05-2013, 08:20 PM

Next time get that triple chocolate cake to go. About now you probably wishing that you did.

We stopped by a while after opening, time we made another visit.

Lakesrider · 11-05-2013, 08:21 PM

Thanks I might try it Friday night.....

Slickcraft · 01-04-2014, 12:36 PM

We stopped for lunch yesterday, both had a very good sandwich and a draft beer. My grilled flatbread sandwich had grilled chicken, pesto sauce and roasted red pepper (maybe Swiss as well) and was very tasty. It came with chips a pickle for $8 which I consider a fair price for a tasty lunch.

To our surprise we were the only customers at noon time. Yes it was a cold day after a storm but all that shoveling should have made a few of you hungry.

As dat dude has mentioned elsewhere, on Tuesday they have a $15 dinner for two. We asked about it: they serve a choice of two pasta meals out of a rotating collection of about 15. One red sauce and one white each with meat and veggie available. Also a bowl of salad to share. We were told that it is popular with good turn out, may give it a try.

Slickcraft · 01-10-2014, 05:05 PM

This week's mail flyer:

mcdude · 01-17-2014, 01:46 PM

The Rusty Moose has been featuring entertainment most week-ends. Feb 1st (Saturday) Brad and Paolo performing a duo before Paolo goes back to Italy. For all you Guitar guys, Paolo opened for Tommy Emmanuel in Italy. These guys are going to bring the Moose's roof down!!!

mcdude · 04-10-2014, 04:58 PM

THIS SUNDAY BLUES BRUNCH 9AM-2PM
ARTHUR JAMES, MEMEBER OF THE NH BLUES SOCIETY
LIVE MUSIC 10AM-2PM

ghfromaltonbay · 04-11-2014, 11:15 AM

I noticed in their Baysider ad that the Rusty Moose is serving breakfasts on Sat. from 7 to 11 a.m. and they have a Sunday brunch with entertainment every other week. It's good to see an alternative spot now that the Main St. Café is closed.

patman · 05-08-2014, 01:21 PM

I think we've made it here for 3 of the last 6 Tuesday night specials, most recently this week. I have to say:

1) The food is fantastic
2) The portions are generous
3) The price is amazing
4) The place is empty. Given 1-3...WHY?!?!?

You folks are FOOLS for not trying this!!!

'Nuff said.

mcdude · 05-13-2014, 05:23 PM

Work on the new patio has begun!

KarenM · 05-13-2014, 10:54 PM

Ahhhh, so that's what they are up to! I should have figured it out when I saw Keith working his magic. Of course, I could have just asked!!

I went to the Rusty Moose for the first time today to catch up with an old friend. I wish I got the name of our server, she was wonderful! She greeted us with a warm smile, was attentive without interfering with our conversation, and treated us as if we spent $100 instead of the $21 tab we ran up! I really was impressed! I had a nice glass of Malbec, my friend enjoyed a beer (she recited the draft beer list with a brief description of each) and we shared DELICIOUS fried green beans. I would return just for those! Even with our small tab, we were never rushed.

mcdude · 05-16-2014, 06:59 AM

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NanaMac · 06-04-2014, 11:02 AM

Went to the Rusty Moose for a second time last night. First visit, we had beer-batter onion rings that were to die for; if you like onion rings, they are a must!
We also had very delicious burgers and fries. This time, we decided to try their Tuesday night pasta special, two for $15. We started with the onion rings, of course! Although the table near us had nachos that looked great!Then, we chose the chicken pasta special. We shared a fresh salad and our meal. The gravy (sauce) was freshly made and delicious! Our server was very warm and friendly! It was a very enjoyable evening. It was not crowded, which was surprising for the service, food and pricing were all top-notch!
I may regret writing this, as it could be very busy our next visit.

patman · 06-25-2019, 06:18 PM

Closed...

All the signage is gone.

Slickcraft · 06-25-2019, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by patman

Closed...

All the signage is gone.

Yes, too bad. Many times we stopped for lunch and we were the only ones there or maybe two others. Good food, reasonable pricing and a pretty good location. We never understood the absence of customers.

mcdude · 06-25-2019, 07:45 PM

Is it for sale or lease?

01-04-2014, 12:36 PM	#5
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,299 Thanks: 1,222 Thanked 2,082 Times in 954 Posts	We stopped for lunch yesterday, both had a very good sandwich and a draft beer. My grilled flatbread sandwich had grilled chicken, pesto sauce and roasted red pepper (maybe Swiss as well) and was very tasty. It came with chips a pickle for $8 which I consider a fair price for a tasty lunch. To our surprise we were the only customers at noon time. Yes it was a cold day after a storm but all that shoveling should have made a few of you hungry. As dat dude has mentioned elsewhere, on Tuesday they have a $15 dinner for two. We asked about it: they serve a choice of two pasta meals out of a rotating collection of about 15. One red sauce and one white each with meat and veggie available. Also a bowl of salad to share. We were told that it is popular with good turn out, may give it a try. Last edited by Slickcraft; 01-04-2014 at 02:52 PM.

01-10-2014, 05:05 PM	#6
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,299 Thanks: 1,222 Thanked 2,082 Times in 954 Posts	This week's mail flyer: Attached Images

01-17-2014, 01:46 PM	#7
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	The Rusty Moose has been featuring entertainment most week-ends. Feb 1st (Saturday) Brad and Paolo performing a duo before Paolo goes back to Italy. For all you Guitar guys, Paolo opened for Tommy Emmanuel in Italy. These guys are going to bring the Moose's roof down!!! Attached Images __________________

04-10-2014, 04:58 PM	#8
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	Blues Brunch....in alton? THIS SUNDAY BLUES BRUNCH 9AM-2PM ARTHUR JAMES, MEMEBER OF THE NH BLUES SOCIETY LIVE MUSIC 10AM-2PM __________________

04-11-2014, 11:15 AM	#9
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 827 Thanks: 255 Thanked 225 Times in 131 Posts	Weekend breakfast at Rusty Moose I noticed in their Baysider ad that the Rusty Moose is serving breakfasts on Sat. from 7 to 11 a.m. and they have a Sunday brunch with entertainment every other week. It's good to see an alternative spot now that the Main St. Café is closed.

11-05-2013, 05:25 PM	#1
patman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NH Posts: 379 Thanks: 56 Thanked 156 Times in 78 Posts	Bump... Wow...nobody else, huh? We went there for dinner last Tuesday night, and discovered they were having a "2 for $15" special on a couple of pasta dishes. My wife and I both chose the "chicken Marsala with mushrooms" dish. (I think the other choice was pasta with marinara sauce and cheese, don't remember exactly.) It came with a salad to split between us, bread, and of course the main dishes. Everything was very good, and the total was just under $22 including a soda and a coffee.

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11-05-2013, 07:42 PM	#2
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Things in life that make you say, "Hmmm?" I just got home from dinner there and intended to resurrect this thread and someone else had beaten me to it! There were 3 of us and it was our first time there. All were very happy with their meals. The place was bigger inside than we had expected. It's not a place I would choose for a fine dining experience. But as a pub/comfort food stop, it definitely met and exceeded our expectations. A good selection of local micro brews on tap, very tasty fried green beans, and dinners that were cooked just right. I had a bacon cheeseburger, served on a large, fresh, english muffin. My companions had the ribs special. All very good. Our only regret was not having room for the triple chocolate cake that was offered for dessert!

11-05-2013, 08:20 PM	#3
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,299 Thanks: 1,222 Thanked 2,082 Times in 954 Posts	Next time get that triple chocolate cake to go. About now you probably wishing that you did. We stopped by a while after opening, time we made another visit.

11-05-2013, 08:21 PM	#4
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Thanks I might try it Friday night.....

05-08-2014, 01:21 PM	#10
patman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NH Posts: 379 Thanks: 56 Thanked 156 Times in 78 Posts	I think we've made it here for 3 of the last 6 Tuesday night specials, most recently this week. I have to say: 1) The food is fantastic 2) The portions are generous 3) The price is amazing 4) The place is empty. Given 1-3...WHY?!?!? You folks are FOOLS for not trying this!!! 'Nuff said.

05-13-2014, 05:23 PM	#11
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	Work on the new patio has begun! __________________

05-13-2014, 10:54 PM	#12
KarenM Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alton Posts: 23 Thanks: 26 Thanked 35 Times in 11 Posts	Ahhhh, so that's what they are up to! I should have figured it out when I saw Keith working his magic. Of course, I could have just asked!! I went to the Rusty Moose for the first time today to catch up with an old friend. I wish I got the name of our server, she was wonderful! She greeted us with a warm smile, was attentive without interfering with our conversation, and treated us as if we spent $100 instead of the $21 tab we ran up! I really was impressed! I had a nice glass of Malbec, my friend enjoyed a beer (she recited the draft beer list with a brief description of each) and we shared DELICIOUS fried green beans. I would return just for those! Even with our small tab, we were never rushed.

05-16-2014, 06:59 AM	#13
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	.......... Attached Images __________________

06-04-2014, 11:02 AM	#14
NanaMac Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 9 Thanks: 4 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Great place and delicious food! Went to the Rusty Moose for a second time last night. First visit, we had beer-batter onion rings that were to die for; if you like onion rings, they are a must! We also had very delicious burgers and fries. This time, we decided to try their Tuesday night pasta special, two for $15. We started with the onion rings, of course! Although the table near us had nachos that looked great!Then, we chose the chicken pasta special. We shared a fresh salad and our meal. The gravy (sauce) was freshly made and delicious! Our server was very warm and friendly! It was a very enjoyable evening. It was not crowded, which was surprising for the service, food and pricing were all top-notch! I may regret writing this, as it could be very busy our next visit.

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06-25-2019, 06:18 PM	#15
patman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NH Posts: 379 Thanks: 56 Thanked 156 Times in 78 Posts	Closed... All the signage is gone.

06-25-2019, 07:45 PM	#17
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	Is it for sale or lease? __________________