New Woodshed thread

wishiwasthere · 01-26-2016, 08:56 PM

Any updates on when it will be open?

Den65 · 02-01-2016, 07:26 PM

looks ready, Picture taken today

Airedale1 · 02-02-2016, 11:57 AM

It looks great! Thank you for posting the image. I am looking forward to once again dining there.

thinkxingu · 02-02-2016, 12:38 PM

Can someone remind me where this will be?

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Janet · 02-02-2016, 01:29 PM

Same location as the previous Woodshed. Lee Road in Moultonborough.

WakeboardMom · 02-02-2016, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by wishiwasthere

Any updates on when it will be open?

According to posts in the other Woodshed thread, the builders told Greene's Basin Girl that it would open in March. Great Northern Cleaning has also been helping to get the restaurant ready.

NoBozo · 02-02-2016, 07:38 PM

Is the group owning the property, and building the buildings,.... going to be the "Landlord" for someone else... that will come in and occupy the building and Run a restaurant..?? WHO will run the restaurant? Do we have a name yet..

NB

wifi · 02-02-2016, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NoBozo

Is the group owning the property, and building the buildings,.... going to be the "Landlord" for someone else... that will come in and occupy the building and Run a restaurant..?? WHO will run the restaurant? Do we have a name yet..

NB

Inside info ? Conjecture ? What is your source ?

Acrossamerica · 02-02-2016, 08:26 PM

a lot riding on the opening with all the local posters planning their once a year visit for that "special" occasion.

KPW · 02-02-2016, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by NoBozo

Is the group owning the property, and building the buildings,.... going to be the "Landlord" for someone else... that will come in and occupy the building and Run a restaurant..?? WHO will run the restaurant? Do we have a name yet..

NB

This is from the old thread

Originally Posted by VitaBene View Post
I have heard from several people now that a gentleman has purchased the Woodshed site and intends to rebuild/recreate the restaurant. I understand he has secured an old barn and intends to move it there. I also heard that Lynn Seeley may have some involvement.

If you drive by the property you will see fresh grade stakes. We will have to wait and see if it comes to be!
Here is an article from today's Union Leader (great news for all of us Woodshed addicts!) http://www.unionleader.com/article/2...RE07/141009686

VitaBene · 02-03-2016, 06:20 AM

I have also heard Lynn is not involved. I'll do some digging!

Across, we live a mile or so from the Woodshed, and averaged weekly visits. There are certainly lots of parties that only go on special occasions, but there are also a fair amount of regular customers.

They did a beautiful job with the building, hopefully they will do the same with the business!

wifi · 02-05-2016, 05:07 AM

Recent article:

http://www.citizen.com/news/2016-02-...en_in_May.html

thinkxingu · 02-05-2016, 05:56 AM

Nice article, and the restaurant looks nice. Anyone guess what we're looking at for food and prices? Canoe or O equivalent? Sure would be nice to have a solid restaurant in between Village Kitchen and The Bob House. With two kids, we've come to like The Mug as well.

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VitaBene · 02-05-2016, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Nice article, and the restaurant looks nice. Anyone guess what we're looking at for food and prices? Canoe or O equivalent? Sure would be nice to have a solid restaurant in between Village Kitchen and The Bob House. With two kids, we've come to like The Mug as well.

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It will be very good, moderately expensive fare if it follows the original. The fireplace was built by one of our forum members!

Looking forward to it!

neckdweller · 02-05-2016, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Nice article, and the restaurant looks nice. Anyone guess what we're looking at for food and prices? Canoe or O equivalent? Sure would be nice to have a solid restaurant in between Village Kitchen and The Bob House. With two kids, we've come to like The Mug as well.

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Between the VK and Bob House in price? Highly doubt it if they are recreating the general theme/feel/pricing of the original. Canoe or O equivalent is the most likely price point if that's the case.

Rusty · 02-05-2016, 10:14 AM

This statement in the article pretty much sums up what will happen to the New Woodshed:

"Bradley and Haynes are in the real estate business in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, and they figured that this would be another building for their portfolio."

neckdweller · 02-05-2016, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

This statement in the article pretty much sums up what will happen to the New Woodshed:

"Bradley and Haynes are in the real estate business in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, and they figured that this would be another building for their portfolio."

Maybe you shouldn't cherry pick the article quite so much? The sentences after your quote have a bit of a different tone:

"The initial plan was to find someone to operate it and lease from them. However, as time went on, they realized that this would leave them no control. They held the former location in such high regard, so they decided to own it and hire a manager to run the establishment.

Greg Branzetti was a manager at the Woodshed years ago. He has been involved with starting and running businesses for more than 15 years. He took the job as general manager for the New Woodshed in October, and he said he couldn’t be happier to get the restaurant open to continue the tradition that was started by original owners Lyn and Rex Seley.

Lyn and her husband Bob Fee, who was a former chef, have been in contact with the new owners and, according to Bradley, they will be sharing some of their recipes for the menu."

Now I don't know what Greg's Woodshed years were or how the restaurant was doing then but if him running it is the issue, you should post about that but don't grab one sentence and infer that the restaurant is doomed.

Rusty · 02-05-2016, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by neckdweller

Now I don't know what Greg's Woodshed years were or how the restaurant was doing then but if him running it is the issue, you should post about that but don't grab one sentence and infer that the restaurant is doomed.

I never said it was "doomed". I just think that the owner's will eventually sell the business after they try to make it into what it once was.
I think they have done an excellent job with the new building and wish them a lot of luck.

Billy Bob · 02-05-2016, 12:01 PM

The article also made reference to using the same stove Ruth's Chris uses.
If they can match or come close to the steaks and food you get at a Ruth's Chis then we have a great dining experience on its way.
This also dosen't sound like someone who is trying to take business from the VK for one thing the wine cellar sounds larger then VK or Bob Houses .
The average tab here wil probable be at the top of the scale for the area which is fine so long as the food , service and dining experience justify it.
We have all the burger, pizza joints we need.
I would expect they even take AMEX

VitaBene · 02-05-2016, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

I never said it was "doomed". I just think that the owner's will eventually sell the business after they try to make it into what it once was.
I think they have done an excellent job with the new building and wish them a lot of luck.

I hear you but honestly have to believe they know that they will not get their money back- it is more a labor of love.

The old Woodshed would have done well money-wise but remember it went for $510K at auction, with fixtures and furnishings. I have not been inside yet, but they have to be in this for $3M or thereabouts.

CateP · 02-05-2016, 12:30 PM

Hey. Why don't a bunch of the forum members go to the grand opening or sometime soon after that? Meet and greet and REVIEW!!

camp guy · 02-05-2016, 12:34 PM

If the new owners develop a thriving business in the new Woodshed, and then decide to sell it, SO WHAT, that is their choice. The only real method of expressing your (our) feelings for whatever they do is through the pocket book. If you like what is happening - eat there, if you don't like what is happening - don't eat there.

Please, let's not get into a long, meandering conversation about the Woodshed like we did with VK and credit cards.

Rusty · 02-05-2016, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by camp guy

If you like what is happening - eat there, if you don't like what is happening - don't eat there.

Please, let's not get into a long, meandering conversation about the Woodshed like we did with VK and credit cards.

Maybe you should follow your own advice and do this:

If you like what is happening on this thread – read it, if you don't like what is happening - don't read it.

neckdweller · 02-05-2016, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

I never said it was "doomed". I just think that the owner's will eventually sell the business after they try to make it into what it once was.
I think they have done an excellent job with the new building and wish them a lot of luck.

Sorry about that. The way I read your post sounded like you were inferring that it was a "thing" in a portfolio of real estate guys which doesn't sound like a recipe for success.

Turning this back to the important things, will they have swirler sized drinks?

Gatto Nero · 02-05-2016, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by neckdweller

Turning this back to the important things, will they have swirler sized drinks?

Will they have Sex On The Beach? Or was that Skip and Go Naked?

Acrossamerica · 02-05-2016, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CateP

Hey. Why don't a bunch of the forum members go to the grand opening or sometime soon after that? Meet and greet and REVIEW!!

If they all do that, then they will use up their once a year "special occasion" budget and would not be able to go for that "special occasion" as soooo many people love to tell us about.

belly_button_biter · 02-05-2016, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

This statement in the article pretty much sums up what will happen to the New Woodshed:

"Bradley and Haynes are in the real estate business in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, and they figured that this would be another building for their portfolio."

the quickest way for a real estate minded individual to make a million in the restaurant industry is to start with 3 million.

the industry has changed a great deal since Greg worked open with very high expectations however online reviews tore them up primarily because they couldn't get help.the old woodshed. labor on this side of the lake is in the worst state it's been ever. Last year we saw the Canoe close for lunch because they couldn't get help. We also saw Lavinia struggle because of help issues. It's all around the lake. Sandy Point throw in the towel because of help. the breakfast place by mosquito bridge had more customers than they could serve so they chose to close. we all had high hopes for the Holy Grail but it opened to terrible reviews because they couldn't get help.

I wish them the best at the woodshed I just think we all need to wait and see before we set up expectations

neckdweller · 02-05-2016, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatto Nero

Will they have Sex On The Beach? Or was that Skip and Go Naked?

I'm sure you could get both but the Skip and Go Naked was the one they were known for. They had buttons (yellow?) with the drink name on them if I recall correctly.

jeffatsquam · 02-05-2016, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Acrossamerica

If they all do that, then they will use up their once a year "special occasion" budget and would not be able to go for that "special occasion" as soooo many people love to tell us about.

I for one will have 2 1/2 years of special occasions to make up for.

secondcurve · 02-05-2016, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by VitaBene

I hear you but honestly have to believe they know that they will not get their money back- it is more a labor of love.

The old Woodshed would have done well money-wise but remember it went for $510K at auction, with fixtures and furnishings. I have not been inside yet, but they have to be in this for $3M or thereabouts.

VB: No doubt it is expensive but $3MM? The land was very inexpensive. $3MM sounds like a lot. How did you come up with that figure. Thanks

secondcurve · 02-05-2016, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Acrossamerica

If they all do that, then they will use up their once a year "special occasion" budget and would not be able to go for that "special occasion" as soooo many people love to tell us about.

AM: Are you and Rusty related? You both have the same uplifting personality.

The takeaway here is the New Woodshed looks and sounds wonderful. Obviously, the owners didn't build this restaurant to make a quick buck but rather they built it as a labor of love. They sound like a wonderful family and I wish them much success which they undoubtedly will achieve. I will be a regular customer as I'm sure many other forum members will be.

VitaBene · 02-06-2016, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by secondcurve

VB: No doubt it is expensive but $3MM? The land was very inexpensive. $3MM sounds like a lot. How did you come up with that figure. Thanks

I am gue$sing but family in the business opened my eyes to the cost to fit one out well, it was shocking! These folks look like they did everything really well.

wishiwasthere · 02-08-2016, 07:28 PM

My sister wanted her 60th bday there. But that is next week.....not gonna happen I guess. Hoping for a summer dinner. Loved that place and frequented it for several years. Great pics, keep me posted please. Thank You again.

wifi · 02-09-2016, 04:15 AM

Fire Dept is currently responding to a fire alarm there ...

On scene reports no cause found for alarm

Subsequent report advises it was a trouble alarm

Billy Bob · 02-09-2016, 01:19 PM

Were they able to save the foundation this time ?

wifi · 02-09-2016, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Billy Bob

Were they able to save the foundation this time ?

At least, this owner has a working fire alarm

Greene's Basin Girl · 02-11-2016, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by WakeboardMom

According to posts in the other Woodshed thread, the builders told Greene's Basin Girl that it would open in March. Great Northern Cleaning has also been helping to get the restaurant ready.

I recently read that it will now open around Memorial Day.

VitaBene · 02-11-2016, 11:45 AM

As with every other restaurant around, they will struggle getting help and training which is likely pushing the date. I expect we will see some familiar faces coming back. It looks like they hire a good GM and have a good plan.

It may be a good opportunity for those in the business that may be looking for a change...

WakeboardMom · 02-11-2016, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by VitaBene

As with every other restaurant around, they will struggle getting help and training which is likely pushing the date. I expect we will see some familiar faces coming back. It looks like they hire a good GM and have a good plan.

It may be a good opportunity for those in the business that may be looking for a change...

Do you know if they've had an ad that they're looking for help?

Billy Bob · 02-11-2016, 09:45 PM

Does the forum allow reviews of restraunts that are Actualy open or does it have to be opening soon or recently closed ? Anyone ever review food ?

wifi · 02-12-2016, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Billy Bob

Does the forum allow reviews of restraunts that are Actualy open or does it have to be opening soon or recently closed ? Anyone ever review food ?

LOL, just look at some of the many reviews, the answer is obvious

01-26-2016, 08:56 PM	#1
wishiwasthere Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ma. Posts: 43 Thanks: 5 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	New Woodshed thread Any updates on when it will be open?

02-01-2016, 07:26 PM	#2
Den65 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 118 Thanks: 37 Thanked 149 Times in 46 Posts	New Woodshed picture looks ready, Picture taken today Attached Images

02-02-2016, 11:57 AM	#3
Airedale1 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Laconia Posts: 595 Thanks: 557 Thanked 1,569 Times in 274 Posts	It looks great! Thank you for posting the image. I am looking forward to once again dining there. __________________ "The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit." Nelson Henderson (1865-1943)

02-02-2016, 07:38 PM	#7
NoBozo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Portsmouth. RI Posts: 2,231 Thanks: 400 Thanked 460 Times in 308 Posts	Just Wondering Is the group owning the property, and building the buildings,.... going to be the "Landlord" for someone else... that will come in and occupy the building and Run a restaurant..?? WHO will run the restaurant? Do we have a name yet.. NB

02-05-2016, 10:14 AM	#16
Rusty Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 2,028 Thanks: 603 Thanked 687 Times in 425 Posts	This statement in the article pretty much sums up what will happen to the New Woodshed: "Bradley and Haynes are in the real estate business in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, and they figured that this would be another building for their portfolio." __________________ It's never crowded along the extra mile.

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Acrossamerica Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 239 Thanks: 0 Thanked 133 Times in 66 Posts	a lot riding on the opening with all the local posters planning their once a year visit for that "special" occasion.

02-03-2016, 06:20 AM	#11
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,561 Thanks: 1,585 Thanked 1,623 Times in 834 Posts	I have also heard Lynn is not involved. I'll do some digging! Across, we live a mile or so from the Woodshed, and averaged weekly visits. There are certainly lots of parties that only go on special occasions, but there are also a fair amount of regular customers. They did a beautiful job with the building, hopefully they will do the same with the business!

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thinkxingu Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 6,168 Thanks: 1,164 Thanked 2,038 Times in 1,261 Posts	Nice article, and the restaurant looks nice. Anyone guess what we're looking at for food and prices? Canoe or O equivalent? Sure would be nice to have a solid restaurant in between Village Kitchen and The Bob House. With two kids, we've come to like The Mug as well. Sent from my XT1528 using Tapatalk

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Billy Bob Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tiera Verdi Fl & Moultonborough Posts: 315 Thanks: 124 Thanked 165 Times in 99 Posts	Grab a sentance The article also made reference to using the same stove Ruth's Chris uses. If they can match or come close to the steaks and food you get at a Ruth's Chis then we have a great dining experience on its way. This also dosen't sound like someone who is trying to take business from the VK for one thing the wine cellar sounds larger then VK or Bob Houses . The average tab here wil probable be at the top of the scale for the area which is fine so long as the food , service and dining experience justify it. We have all the burger, pizza joints we need. I would expect they even take AMEX

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VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,561 Thanks: 1,585 Thanked 1,623 Times in 834 Posts	As with every other restaurant around, they will struggle getting help and training which is likely pushing the date. I expect we will see some familiar faces coming back. It looks like they hire a good GM and have a good plan. It may be a good opportunity for those in the business that may be looking for a change...

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Billy Bob Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tiera Verdi Fl & Moultonborough Posts: 315 Thanks: 124 Thanked 165 Times in 99 Posts	Does the forum allow reviews of restraunts that are Actualy open or does it have to be opening soon or recently closed ? Anyone ever review food ?