Bar and Grill at Akwa Marina

SIKSUKR · 06-11-2014, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Bumble2249

Just went to the Akwa today. Great atmosphere and decent cocktails. But how can a place of this location, clientele and perceived quality, serve frozen chicken fingers?? Really??
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Must have been pretty tough to chew.

smith point boater · 06-14-2014, 07:09 AM

We've been to Akwa by boat on occassion. Good food good atmosphere. Last week we were on the PWC and tried to stop. Realized there really aren't good accommodations for a PWC. Water was very choppy and even though we could have fit in between boats we were uncomfortable that the docking system would have damaged the PWC (esp with the wave action going on last week). There didn't appear to be any shore spots to pull up on. Any chance you could create a spot for PWC's (or maybe we missed it)

AkwaMarina · 06-14-2014, 08:13 AM

Ahoy mill Cove boater,
We have a shallow beach in a calm area that you can pull your jetski up on. There are no cleats or anything since these are not actual slips this is just a place to beach your jetski for temporary use. The area is highlighted in red. (sorry quality, made on cell phone)

I have been looking into out chicken tenders, we will do better and hope you give us another shot. (update, we are back to breading fresh chicken in house to order)

Also if you would like to come by car during bike week, even though the city puts up signs saying local traffic only as a guest of our restaurants you can come down the back way from the tamarack. We have tried to get going resolved, sorry for the confusion.

Also included a Starboard Smash to get you thirsty!
Cheers
Kurt
603.231.6002

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Originally Posted by millcoveboater

We've been to Akwa by boat on occassion. Good food good atmosphere. Last week we were on the PWC and tried to stop. Realized there really aren't good accommodations for a PWC. Water was very choppy and even though we could have fit in between boats we were uncomfortable that the docking system would have damaged the PWC (esp with the wave action going on last week). There didn't appear to be any shore spots to pull up on. Any chance you could create a spot for PWC's (or maybe we missed it)

VitaBene · 06-14-2014, 09:38 AM

Akwa- see you during bike week!! Do you have anything special going on?

AkwaMarina · 06-14-2014, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by VitaBene

Akwa- see you during bike week!! Do you have anything special going on?

We don't have anything particularly special for bike week. We do have fun stuff going on all summer though. Best thing is follow us on Facebook for fun stuff as it comes up. We are giving away Willie Nelson tickets this Thursday. We have a bunch of musicians lined up for the coming weeks. We also do fun things like "check-in" on Facebook for a discounted bloody Mary or what ever it is that day. We are always posting daily specials etc.
Facebook.com/akwamarinayachtclub

jkjoshuatree · 06-14-2014, 12:55 PM

I just wanted to thank you Akwa.

As a business owner I'm sure you're busy (especially at this time of year) but you always respond and try to rectify any situation that comes up.

That right there, my friend, is the epitome of integrity.

I haven't been to Akwa yet but I will make a point of stopping there this summer.

Thanks again!

smith point boater · 06-15-2014, 06:42 AM

Thanks for the map. We'll definitely be back - by boat or jet ski!!!

AkwaMarina · 06-15-2014, 09:39 AM

Vitabene here is a fun reason to follow us on Facebook, and one of those special I was talking about.
Dad needs a break bring him by today for a meal and his first draft beer is on us.

dippasan · 06-16-2014, 11:42 AM

Stopped in for the first time on Saturday with some friends after a day cruising the lake.
Plenty of boat parking and the attendant came running over and helped us tie up.
We just had apps and a bottle of wine but loved the whole atmosphere, location and the staff was great. We'll be sure to return many times this summer!!

Thanks

Greene's Basin Girl · 06-22-2014, 07:19 PM

A group of us went to Akwa Marina today for a late lunch. I decided to get the stir fry. I specifically asked the waiter if the stir fry had mushrooms. He said no. I received my food and I wasn't"t very hungry so I decided to bring it home and have it for dinner. Sure enough I got home and it was full of mushrooms. It cost $14.99 and I had to throw it out. It was also very sweet. Another friend also got the stir fry and she said it was very sweet also. I asked the waiter for water twice. He never brought it so I asked another server to get it for me. Needless to say I may never go back. It was disappointing because the reviews have been quite good on the forum.

brk-lnt · 06-22-2014, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Green's Basin Girl

A group of us went to Akwa Marina today for a late lunch. I decided to get the stir fry. I specifically asked the waiter if the stir fry had mushrooms. He said no. I received my food and I wasn't"t very hungry so I decided to bring it home and have it for dinner. Sure enough I got home and it was full of mushrooms. It cost $14.99 and I had to throw it out. It was also very sweet. Another friend also got the stir fry and she said it was very sweet also. I asked the waiter for water twice. He never brought it so I asked another server to get it for me. Needless to say I may never go back. It was disappointing because the reviews have been quite good on the forum.

Give them another try. I've been there a couple of times and have come away happy. It's worth another shot just for the views

Bumble2249 · 06-22-2014, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by brk-lnt

Give them another try. I've been there a couple of times and have come away happy. It's worth another shot just for the views

No it's not.

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valhala · 06-23-2014, 06:32 AM

We have been a few times, but take it for what it is, a beach bar. We have had the burgers and they were just "O.K." They were well done, we ordered medium, and the burger bun was "cold" - like it came out of the refrigerator.
We may go back for a drink/snack with friends, but not for any fine dining experience.

ishoot308 · 06-23-2014, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by valhala

We have been a few times, but take it for what it is, a beach bar. We have had the burgers and they were just "O.K." They were well done, we ordered medium, and the burger bun was "cold" - like it came out of the refrigerator.
We may go back for a drink/snack with friends, but not for any fine dining experience.

Fine dining at a "beach bar"...really??

I just can't picture "Jeeves" wearing flip flops...

valhala · 06-23-2014, 07:34 AM

When you see the size of the kitchen/food prep area - kind of makes you wonder how they do any food service. Maybe they should stick to a few simple items, and do them well
Still a nice view.

lakelivin · 06-23-2014, 09:13 PM

We stopped in at Akwa last week. Food was ok. The drinks were horrible. We asked if they could be fixed and they were returned with a definitive "NO". The bartender/manager was extremely rude and refused to come over and speak with us. This is the second and last time we will go there.

Bumble2249 · 06-23-2014, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lakelivin

We stopped in at Akwa last week. Food was ok. The drinks were horrible. We asked if they could be fixed and they were returned with a definitive "NO". The bartender/manager was extremely rude and refused to come over and speak with us. This is the second and last time we will go there.

Do you happen to mean the bartender/Tom Cruise from Cocktail wannabe?? He's just upset that he missed his calling... Lol!

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06-14-2014, 07:09 AM	#2
smith point boater Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: West Alton,NH Posts: 212 Thanks: 336 Thanked 97 Times in 56 Posts	PWC's We've been to Akwa by boat on occassion. Good food good atmosphere. Last week we were on the PWC and tried to stop. Realized there really aren't good accommodations for a PWC. Water was very choppy and even though we could have fit in between boats we were uncomfortable that the docking system would have damaged the PWC (esp with the wave action going on last week). There didn't appear to be any shore spots to pull up on. Any chance you could create a spot for PWC's (or maybe we missed it)

06-14-2014, 09:38 AM	#4
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,591 Thanks: 1,628 Thanked 1,641 Times in 844 Posts	Bike week Akwa- see you during bike week!! Do you have anything special going on?

06-14-2014, 12:55 PM	#6
jkjoshuatree Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bear Island Posts: 642 Thanks: 349 Thanked 145 Times in 77 Posts	Thank You! I just wanted to thank you Akwa. As a business owner I'm sure you're busy (especially at this time of year) but you always respond and try to rectify any situation that comes up. That right there, my friend, is the epitome of integrity. I haven't been to Akwa yet but I will make a point of stopping there this summer. Thanks again! __________________ Dream out loud.

06-15-2014, 06:42 AM	#7
smith point boater Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: West Alton,NH Posts: 212 Thanks: 336 Thanked 97 Times in 56 Posts	Thank you Kurt Thanks for the map. We'll definitely be back - by boat or jet ski!!!

06-15-2014, 09:39 AM	#8
AkwaMarina Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 98 Thanks: 11 Thanked 90 Times in 29 Posts	Vitabene here is a fun reason to follow us on Facebook, and one of those special I was talking about. Dad needs a break bring him by today for a meal and his first draft beer is on us. Attached Images

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06-16-2014, 11:42 AM	#9
dippasan Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hooksett NH and Sleepers Isl Posts: 392 Thanks: 288 Thanked 190 Times in 83 Posts	Stopped in for the first time on Saturday with some friends after a day cruising the lake. Plenty of boat parking and the attendant came running over and helped us tie up. We just had apps and a bottle of wine but loved the whole atmosphere, location and the staff was great. We'll be sure to return many times this summer!! Thanks __________________ Luck is when preparedness meets opportunity

06-22-2014, 07:19 PM	#10
Greene's Basin Girl Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Moultonborough, NH Posts: 1,515 Thanks: 394 Thanked 527 Times in 269 Posts	A group of us went to Akwa Marina today for a late lunch. I decided to get the stir fry. I specifically asked the waiter if the stir fry had mushrooms. He said no. I received my food and I wasn't"t very hungry so I decided to bring it home and have it for dinner. Sure enough I got home and it was full of mushrooms. It cost $14.99 and I had to throw it out. It was also very sweet. Another friend also got the stir fry and she said it was very sweet also. I asked the waiter for water twice. He never brought it so I asked another server to get it for me. Needless to say I may never go back. It was disappointing because the reviews have been quite good on the forum.

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06-23-2014, 06:32 AM	#13
valhala Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 53 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 5 Posts	Beach Bar We have been a few times, but take it for what it is, a beach bar. We have had the burgers and they were just "O.K." They were well done, we ordered medium, and the burger bun was "cold" - like it came out of the refrigerator. We may go back for a drink/snack with friends, but not for any fine dining experience.

06-23-2014, 07:34 AM	#15
valhala Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 53 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 5 Posts	Akwa Beach Bar - Huh ? When you see the size of the kitchen/food prep area - kind of makes you wonder how they do any food service. Maybe they should stick to a few simple items, and do them well Still a nice view.

06-23-2014, 09:13 PM	#16
lakelivin Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	AKWA bar We stopped in at Akwa last week. Food was ok. The drinks were horrible. We asked if they could be fixed and they were returned with a definitive "NO". The bartender/manager was extremely rude and refused to come over and speak with us. This is the second and last time we will go there.