Wolfetrap Restaurant

LadyKey · 08-17-2010, 02:24 PM

Could anyone tell me how the Wolfetrap Restaurant has been doing since it has new owners. I hope Jim & Ally are still working the bar. We always went there when Barbara owned it. Is the food still the same? We would appreciate any feed back.
Thanks

gokart-mozart · 08-22-2010, 01:33 PM

Not what it was (IMO, YMMV).

Had wonderful takeout lobster dinner from Wolfe Catch last night (they deliver, too). There are a number of seafood dinners available in addition to lobster.

Barbara has a noncompete agreement with the Trap for 3 years, so - no tables.

Check it out.

RLW · 06-24-2011, 02:43 PM

Is there any newer updates to this restaurant, Input greatly appreciated.

Barbara · 07-09-2011, 05:07 PM

I've been to the Wolftrap many times over the years, but today was the first time under the new management that took over last year. We had lunch outdoors. My husband had the fish and chips which he said was wonderful, perfectly cooked. I had the fish tacos....BEST I ever had!!! Looking forward to going again soon.

Overlake97 · 07-24-2011, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by gokart-mozart

Barbara has a noncompete agreement with the Trap for 3 years, so - no tables. Check it out.

What does "no tables" mean?

Heaven · 07-24-2011, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Overlake97

What does "no tables" mean?

the Wolfetrap is a fish market that sells stuff to go. No tables.

jazzman · 07-24-2011, 04:26 PM

We at lunch there (at the restaurant), last Thursday. At 2pm, there were only 1-2 customers which seemed a little odd. We ended up with onion rings, a burger, a chicken sandwich and a lobster roll. All were very good and the beer was cold The outside tables are nice.

The location seems challenging at best. It's a good walk off downtown. They do have a few boat slips, but you have to be able to make it under the bridge to get there which I suspect most boats can't do.

RLW · 07-24-2011, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Overlake97
What does "no tables" mean?

the Wolfetrap is a fish market that sells stuff to go. No tables.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jazzman

We at lunch there (at the restaurant), last Thursday. At 2pm, there were only 1-2 customers which seemed a little odd. We ended up with onion rings, a burger, a chicken sandwich and a lobster roll. All were very good and the beer was cold The outside tables are nice.

The location seems challenging at best. It's a good walk off downtown. They do have a few boat slips, but you have to be able to make it under the bridge to get there which I suspect most boats can't do.

Does the above quote above yours mean you stood and had a good meal or were you able to sit on a railing or something?????

ghfromaltonbay · 07-24-2011, 11:14 PM

There was a restaurant review in the 7/6/11 issue of the Union Leader --

http://www.newhampshire.com/article/...NEWHAMPSHIRE07

beagle · 07-25-2011, 11:36 AM

There are 2 businesses in the same complex. Wolfe trap is the restaurant, used to be owned by Barbara. Wolfe catch is the fish market, still owned by Barbara. Stopped by the catch last week and got some yummy tuna steaks to throw on the grill and still-warm freshly baked cornbread. I think this is the best fish I have had at the lake. The woman at the counter said if you call, she can do just about anything, marinading fish, cooking it for take out and she said she can do special orders if you have a big crew or are looking for something special. She did also say that for some reason, the state of nh will not allow her to sell striped bass, which we have had back in CT this summer and is very tasty too, what's up with that?

Jidge · 07-25-2011, 07:07 PM

The Wolftrap does have tables. My wife and I with another couple just had a great dinner there last weekend. I'm assuming people are meaning The Wolfcatch doesn't have tables.....just take out. The Wolftrap has a great waterside atmosphere. I only wish my boat would fit under the bridge as it would make a nicer experience. We'll definitely be going back!

Eagle54 · 10-15-2011, 07:16 AM

We have eaten at the Wolfetrap several times a year over the last decade, and we've seen phases of good food and sometimes mediocre touristy food. In our opinion, when Barbara was active in the kitchen the food was very good; seasons where hired help were active in the kitchen the food was not very good. We have been several times under the new ownership, and it has gotten better than ever. Particularly this summer they have seemed to hit their stride and the food is consistently very good, with excellent new entrees (eg: Fish Tacos have been a hit, including with all of our friends). Service is better with friendly attentive wait and bar staff. We ate there last night, as this is their final weekend of this season. My wife had an outstanding Lobster BLT, and I had a 1.5 lb lobster dinner. As this is their last weekend, we were pleasantly surprised to see lobster dinners were half-price (if anyone is inclined to visit them tonight or tomorrow). We are glad to see the Wolfetrap settling in as a new local option as one of a few consistently good places to eat.

secondcurve · 08-26-2012, 07:27 PM

I ate lunch at the Wolfetrap last week with a few friends and it was outstanding! We sat at the outside tables and the atmosphere was very nice and the seafood was top notch. The shrimp were huge and the lobster rolls were stuffed with meat. Service was prompt and courteous. Everyone I brought raved about the experience. Thank you Wolfetrap.....I'll be back.

Barbara · 08-27-2012, 06:23 AM

We've been there a number five or six times this summer, both for lunch and dinner. In fact, I'm having lunch there with a friend today. Love the fish tacos and they have a wonderful white sangria. service is always great!

Hermit Cover · 08-27-2012, 09:42 AM

Stopped by to see Barbara Friday to pick up some swordfish and scallops....both to throw on the grill...they were some of the best and freshest we've had lately. The swordfish must have been caught on the lake earlier Friday morning! Pizza is also coming to Barbara's "Catch".

lovetheforum · 08-27-2012, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Hermit Cover

Stopped by to see Barbara Friday to pick up some swordfish and scallops....both to throw on the grill...they were some of the best and freshest we've had lately. The swordfish must have been caught on the lake earlier Friday morning! Pizza is also coming to Barbara's "Catch".

I didn't realize they fished for swordfish from the lake? LOL How big do they get?

Altonbayicefishingfool · 08-27-2012, 11:28 AM

I ate there once.... True story....

Hermit Cover · 08-27-2012, 04:13 PM

The swordfish in Winnipesaukee get as big as the sharks will allow them to get...! Duh!

tom-sr230 · 08-27-2012, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Eagle54

We have eaten at the Wolfetrap several times a year over the last decade, and we've seen phases of good food and sometimes mediocre touristy food. In our opinion, when Barbara was active in the kitchen the food was very good; seasons where hired help were active in the kitchen the food was not very good. We have been several times under the new ownership, and it has gotten better than ever. Particularly this summer they have seemed to hit their stride and the food is consistently very good, with excellent new entrees (eg: Fish Tacos have been a hit, including with all of our friends). Service is better with friendly attentive wait and bar staff. We ate there last night, as this is their final weekend of this season. My wife had an outstanding Lobster BLT, and I had a 1.5 lb lobster dinner. As this is their last weekend, we were pleasantly surprised to see lobster dinners were half-price (if anyone is inclined to visit them tonight or tomorrow). We are glad to see the Wolfetrap settling in as a new local option as one of a few consistently good places to eat.

so does this mean that the wolfetrap will be closed for the rest of the season?
i really like fish tacos so i would love to try them up there....
it looks like it may be rainy this labor day so i was planning on eating dinner at restaurants this long weekend instead of trying to grill under the porch..

Newbiesaukee · 08-27-2012, 09:50 PM

That post was from October,2011.

secondcurve · 08-28-2012, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by tom-sr230

so does this mean that the wolfetrap will be closed for the rest of the season?
i really like fish tacos so i would love to try them up there....
it looks like it may be rainy this labor day so i was planning on eating dinner at restaurants this long weekend instead of trying to grill under the porch..

I think they close seasonally after Columbus Day.

Merrymeeting · 10-23-2015, 07:27 AM

I am assuming yes, but can someone verify if The Wolfetrap is now closed for the season? No indication on their website. We'd like to go this weekend if they are still open.

upthesaukee · 10-23-2015, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Merrymeeting

I am assuming yes, but can someone verify if The Wolfetrap is now closed for the season? No indication on their website. We'd like to go this weekend if they are still open.

From their Facebook page, they closed on Sept. 19th.

https://www.facebook.com/Wolfetrap-G...6096634413684/

08-17-2010, 02:24 PM	#1
LadyKey Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Wolfetrap Restaurant Could anyone tell me how the Wolfetrap Restaurant has been doing since it has new owners. I hope Jim & Ally are still working the bar. We always went there when Barbara owned it. Is the food still the same? We would appreciate any feed back. Thanks

08-22-2010, 01:33 PM	#2
gokart-mozart Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 191 Thanks: 2 Thanked 54 Times in 34 Posts	What's Happened to the Trap? Not what it was (IMO, YMMV). Had wonderful takeout lobster dinner from Wolfe Catch last night (they deliver, too). There are a number of seafood dinners available in addition to lobster. Barbara has a noncompete agreement with the Trap for 3 years, so - no tables. Check it out.

06-24-2011, 02:43 PM	#3
RLW Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Alton Bay on the mountain by a lake Posts: 2,023 Thanks: 563 Thanked 444 Times in 311 Posts	Is there any newer updates to this restaurant, Input greatly appreciated. __________________ There is nothing better than living on Alton Mountain & our grand kids visits.

07-24-2011, 11:14 PM	#9
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 823 Thanks: 253 Thanked 224 Times in 130 Posts	Review of the Wolfetrap in the Union Leader There was a restaurant review in the 7/6/11 issue of the Union Leader -- http://www.newhampshire.com/article/...NEWHAMPSHIRE07

07-25-2011, 11:36 AM	#10
beagle Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wolfeboro Posts: 175 Thanks: 183 Thanked 25 Times in 21 Posts	wolfetrap and wolfe catch There are 2 businesses in the same complex. Wolfe trap is the restaurant, used to be owned by Barbara. Wolfe catch is the fish market, still owned by Barbara. Stopped by the catch last week and got some yummy tuna steaks to throw on the grill and still-warm freshly baked cornbread. I think this is the best fish I have had at the lake. The woman at the counter said if you call, she can do just about anything, marinading fish, cooking it for take out and she said she can do special orders if you have a big crew or are looking for something special. She did also say that for some reason, the state of nh will not allow her to sell striped bass, which we have had back in CT this summer and is very tasty too, what's up with that?

07-09-2011, 05:07 PM	#4
Barbara Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 251 Thanks: 48 Thanked 113 Times in 64 Posts	I've been to the Wolftrap many times over the years, but today was the first time under the new management that took over last year. We had lunch outdoors. My husband had the fish and chips which he said was wonderful, perfectly cooked. I had the fish tacos....BEST I ever had!!! Looking forward to going again soon.

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07-24-2011, 04:26 PM	#7
jazzman Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mont Vernon NH & Big Barndoor Island Posts: 321 Thanks: 4 Thanked 184 Times in 62 Posts	We at lunch there (at the restaurant), last Thursday. At 2pm, there were only 1-2 customers which seemed a little odd. We ended up with onion rings, a burger, a chicken sandwich and a lobster roll. All were very good and the beer was cold The outside tables are nice. The location seems challenging at best. It's a good walk off downtown. They do have a few boat slips, but you have to be able to make it under the bridge to get there which I suspect most boats can't do.

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07-25-2011, 07:07 PM	#11
Jidge Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 40 Thanks: 3 Thanked 17 Times in 10 Posts	Thumbs up for The Wolftrap The Wolftrap does have tables. My wife and I with another couple just had a great dinner there last weekend. I'm assuming people are meaning The Wolfcatch doesn't have tables.....just take out. The Wolftrap has a great waterside atmosphere. I only wish my boat would fit under the bridge as it would make a nicer experience. We'll definitely be going back!

10-15-2011, 07:16 AM	#12
Eagle54 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 32 Thanks: 10 Thanked 10 Times in 8 Posts	(Almost) Season End for Wolfetrap We have eaten at the Wolfetrap several times a year over the last decade, and we've seen phases of good food and sometimes mediocre touristy food. In our opinion, when Barbara was active in the kitchen the food was very good; seasons where hired help were active in the kitchen the food was not very good. We have been several times under the new ownership, and it has gotten better than ever. Particularly this summer they have seemed to hit their stride and the food is consistently very good, with excellent new entrees (eg: Fish Tacos have been a hit, including with all of our friends). Service is better with friendly attentive wait and bar staff. We ate there last night, as this is their final weekend of this season. My wife had an outstanding Lobster BLT, and I had a 1.5 lb lobster dinner. As this is their last weekend, we were pleasantly surprised to see lobster dinners were half-price (if anyone is inclined to visit them tonight or tomorrow). We are glad to see the Wolfetrap settling in as a new local option as one of a few consistently good places to eat.

08-26-2012, 07:27 PM	#13
secondcurve Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,113 Thanks: 1,314 Thanked 559 Times in 288 Posts	Wolfetrap Update I ate lunch at the Wolfetrap last week with a few friends and it was outstanding! We sat at the outside tables and the atmosphere was very nice and the seafood was top notch. The shrimp were huge and the lobster rolls were stuffed with meat. Service was prompt and courteous. Everyone I brought raved about the experience. Thank you Wolfetrap.....I'll be back.

08-27-2012, 06:23 AM	#14
Barbara Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 251 Thanks: 48 Thanked 113 Times in 64 Posts	We've been there a number five or six times this summer, both for lunch and dinner. In fact, I'm having lunch there with a friend today. Love the fish tacos and they have a wonderful white sangria. service is always great!

08-27-2012, 09:42 AM	#15
Hermit Cover Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Hermit Cove Posts: 354 Thanks: 20 Thanked 68 Times in 40 Posts	Wolfe Catch Stopped by to see Barbara Friday to pick up some swordfish and scallops....both to throw on the grill...they were some of the best and freshest we've had lately. The swordfish must have been caught on the lake earlier Friday morning! Pizza is also coming to Barbara's "Catch".

08-27-2012, 11:28 AM	#17
Altonbayicefishingfool Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 153 Thanks: 19 Thanked 52 Times in 30 Posts	I ate there once.... True story....

08-27-2012, 04:13 PM	#18
Hermit Cover Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Hermit Cove Posts: 354 Thanks: 20 Thanked 68 Times in 40 Posts	Swordfish from the lake... The swordfish in Winnipesaukee get as big as the sharks will allow them to get...! Duh!

08-27-2012, 09:50 PM	#20
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10-23-2015, 07:27 AM	#22
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 799 Times in 368 Posts	Closed? I am assuming yes, but can someone verify if The Wolfetrap is now closed for the season? No indication on their website. We'd like to go this weekend if they are still open.

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