Sandy Point restaurant

Chef Tony · 08-23-2018, 05:01 PM

I figured I should be the first to post.

This is our final weekend in business due to staffing and other problems we will be closing permanently on Sunday.

I know that there that are happy to hear this and others that are not.

Please let's not degrade this thread into a "ha ha you suck" dog pile on the rabbit

Thank you

TiltonBB · 08-23-2018, 06:07 PM

Permanently as in forever? Or for this season and plan to open in 2019?

codeman671 · 08-23-2018, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by TiltonBB

Permanently as in forever? Or for this season and plan to open in 2019?

Yes permanent. Saw it on Facebook.

gravy boat · 08-23-2018, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chef Tony

I figured I should be the first to post.

This is our final weekend in business due to staffing and other problems we will be closing permanently on Sunday.

I know that there that are happy to hear this and others that are not.

Please let's not degrade this thread into a "ha ha you suck" dog pile on the rabbit

Thank you

Very sad to hear this.

thinkxingu · 08-23-2018, 07:14 PM

This is terrible news. I'm not on that side of the lake much, but the reviews looked like things were going well. Sorry to hear, Chef Tony--good luck in whatever comes next for you.

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Resident 2B · 08-23-2018, 08:05 PM

I was in two weeks ago on a Sunday when my wife and I were beginning our hunt for a lake house. The food was great, the service was great and I enjoyed our short talk.

As I said on that Sunday, you said you would make Sandy Point into an excellent restaurant. From my only experience, you did exactly what you said you would do.

This news has hit me like a ton of bricks. You gave it your all.

So sorry to hear this news. All the best moving forward.

R2B

joey2665 · 08-23-2018, 08:19 PM

I’m very sorry to hear this chef Tony. I always root for local business. I wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors.

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GodSmile · 08-24-2018, 05:41 AM

You had things together there in service, quality and price, Chef Tony. I'm sorry it didn't work out and wish you well in the future. This is a loss for the region.

SAMIAM · 08-24-2018, 06:17 AM

Staffing was a nightmare this season and now it's even worse due to school openings and activities. It's bad enough for year round business' but everyone I know that has a seasonal operation couldn't find enough staff.

joey2665 · 08-24-2018, 06:44 AM

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Staffing was a nightmare this season and now it's even worse due to school openings and activities. It's bad enough for year round business' but everyone I know that has a seasonal operation couldn't find enough staff.

Seems like especially in Alton. We went to Shibleys for some fried claims on a Wednesday because Pops was closed (Pops is closed Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s). Only two people staffed and waited over 45 minutes for a small clam and chicken finger order. They said they too were having staffing issues all season.

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MBNeckguy · 08-24-2018, 08:18 AM

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winnisummergal · 08-24-2018, 04:12 PM

Sorry to hear this. Always tough to close a business, good luck with your future endeavors.

tis · 08-24-2018, 05:24 PM

I am sorry to hear this too. It's sad to lose a local business.

upthesaukee · 08-24-2018, 05:47 PM

We enjoyed our times at the Sandy Point this year. Good food, good service. My wife and her friend enjoyed "thirsty Thursday" as well.

Good luck, Tony.

Dave

beantownbaby · 08-25-2018, 03:09 PM

Very sorry to hear this. I was hoping for the best for you. Had heard nothing but good this year.

Barney Bear · 08-25-2018, 05:09 PM

One of my brother from Ohio's favorite place to visit when at our lake.

Rinkerguy · 08-26-2018, 07:14 AM

Sandy Point Restaurant has struggled over the past years with different proprietiors. Hopefully the Owners will find someone to return the restaurant to its previous greatness. Good luck to Tony in his future endeavors, and to Bobby on his search for a new group to run the place.

swnoel · 08-26-2018, 11:10 AM

I can only imagine the difficulty of any restaurant today trying to find competent help! Especially now that the economy is so good. Good luck Tony.

HellRaZoR004 · 08-26-2018, 12:23 PM

I think I saw somewhere that Sawyers is closing Labor Day because of the lack of staff.

joey2665 · 08-26-2018, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by HellRaZoR004

I think I saw somewhere that Sawyers is closing Labor Day because of the lack of staff.

Sawyer’s closes Labor Day every year.

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HellRaZoR004 · 08-27-2018, 09:39 AM

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Sawyer’s closes Labor Day every year.

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True, but they also made a point to mention Wednesday...

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BrownstoneNorth · 03-13-2019, 06:14 PM

Per reply to my email query to the Sandy Point Resort.

bigpatsfan · 03-14-2019, 08:51 AM

Sad to hear about Sandy Point restaurant.

Is it true that the Dockside Restaurant is also closed for 2019?

Same question for Busy Corner?

If true that all three of these places are closed, then it is a huge loss for the Town of Alton.

upthesaukee · 03-14-2019, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by bigpatsfan

Sad to hear about Sandy Point restaurant.

Is it true that the Dockside Restaurant is also closed for 2019?

Same question for Busy Corner?

If true that all three of these places are closed, then it is a huge loss for the Town of Alton.

Dockside Restaurant was sold at auction a few weeks ago. I haven't heard anything about the new owner's plan for the property.

The Alton Bay Busy Corner store has been closed. The owner of the property has put up a newer, larger banner advertising the property for lease. I guess this will be a waiting game.

Dave

joey2665 · 03-14-2019, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by upthesaukee

Dockside Restaurant was sold at auction a few weeks ago. I haven't heard anything about the new owner's plan for the property.

The Alton Bay Busy Corner store has been closed. The owner of the property has put up a newer, larger banner advertising the property for lease. I guess this will be a waiting game.

Dave

The Lodge at Smith Point is going to be very crowded this season

Descant · 03-14-2019, 01:27 PM

I think in the Lodge thread we learned that they don't have a dock. Looks like some opportunities in Alton Bay, but not much time to get set up. Still have Shibley's and Pop's, right?

joey2665 · 03-14-2019, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

I think in the Lodge thread we learned that they don't have a dock. Looks like some opportunities in Alton Bay, but not much time to get set up. Still have Shibley's and Pop's, right?

For real sit down just Shibleys. I love Pops but it’s really just takeout. You are correct about boat access however.

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ghfromaltonbay · 03-15-2019, 03:08 PM

JP China is also within walking distance from the public docks. Sandy Point used to have a shuttle van to the public docks when theirs were full. Maybe Ackerley's could get some diners that way too from the boaters. With the Rusty Moose also closed, the dining choices in Alton are dwindling.

joey2665 · 03-15-2019, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ghfromaltonbay

JP China is also within walking distance from the public docks. Sandy Point used to have a shuttle van to the public docks when theirs were full. Maybe Ackerley's could get some diners that way too from the boaters. With the Rusty Moose also closed, the dining choices in Alton are dwindling.

I really don’t go to the Lake for Chinese. Lol

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mcdude · 03-15-2019, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ghfromaltonbay

With the Rusty Moose also closed, the dining choices in Alton are dwindling.

Gail: Are you sure the Rusty Moose is closed? My last FB posting from them was March 2nd.....no mention of any closing. ???? I've only been a few times but there was live music and good food. I'd be disappointed if they closed

upthesaukee · 03-15-2019, 07:38 PM

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Gail: Are you sure the Rusty Moose is closed? My last FB posting from them was March 2nd.....no mention of any closing. ???? I've only been a few times but there was live music and good food. I'd be disappointed if they closed

Sorry McDude. It is closed and cleaned out. Sudden decision, reportedly due to family issues.

Dave

ghfromaltonbay · 03-16-2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by joey2665

I really don’t go to the Lake for Chinese. Lol

Nor do I. In the 55+ summers I've spent in Alton Bay, I've never gone there, and I love Chinese food. We have so many good places here in the NY metro area, I'd rather enjoy New England seafood when I eat out in NH. Although I do enjoy the burgers at Ellacoya.

joey2665 · 03-16-2019, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ghfromaltonbay

Quote:

Originally Posted by joey2665

I really don’t go to the Lake for Chinese. Lol

Nor do I. In the 55+ summers I've spent in Alton Bay, I've never gone there, and I love Chinese food. We have so many good places here in the NY metro area, I'd rather enjoy New England seafood when I eat out in NH. Although I do enjoy the burgers at Ellacoya.

On the same page. Plenty of good Chinese here in NY and I love the Ellacoya Bleu burger plus the best fries!!

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Chef Tony · 03-25-2019, 03:01 PM

I am the new chef @ Morrisey's Front Porch. We will be serving some of the classics that i was making @ the Sandy point restaurant, including stuffed lobster during the week and the larger(1 1/2 & 2 lb) stuffed lobsters on the weekends or by special order. As teh season progresses we will also be doing the stuffed haddock, stuffed shrimp and seared jumbo scallops. I will be posting further info on the former sandy point restaurant page and on the Morrisey's page.

Chef Tony

phoenix · 03-25-2019, 03:39 PM

Tony good luck > I hope to visit this summer

Rinkerguy · 03-25-2019, 05:10 PM

While I agreed with the original intent of this thread by Chef Tony to advise the community that the Sandy Point Restaurant is closing. Now it is being used to further his chef career at the expense of Sandy Point and the Oullette’s property.

garysanfran · 03-25-2019, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Rinkerguy

While I agreed with the original intent of this thread by Chef Tony to advise the community that the Sandy Point Restaurant is closing. Now it is being used to further his chef career at the expense of Sandy Point and the Oullette’s property.

Was within Chef Tony's control?

Maybe I don't understand the relationship, but if the owners couldn't staff it properly, and the restaurant had to close, what's this guy supposed to do? Not work? Or announce that his talents have moved elsewhere. So if you like what he did at Sandy Point, the food is now available elsewhere.

If Sandy Point was going to remain open, I would feel differently. Or if he was the reason it closed and sabotaged Sandy Point to go elsewhere...But that doesn't appear to have happened. Morrisey's Front Porch is not a competitor of Sandy Point now.

So, where is Morrisey's Front Porch?...Sounds like a good place to get "stuffed".

Ahhh, can't wait for the warmth of late spring!

Mr. V · 03-25-2019, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by garysanfran

So, where is Morrisey's Front Porch?...

Wolfeboro.

tis · 03-25-2019, 06:00 PM

Morrisey's is on South Main St. in Wolfeboro. It used to be Bailey's.

Chef Tony · 03-25-2019, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Rinkerguy

While I agreed with the original intent of this thread by Chef Tony to advise the community that the Sandy Point Restaurant is closing. Now it is being used to further his chef career at the expense of Sandy Point and the Oullette’s property.

The Sandy Point Restaurant was closed because the landlords did not want to put any money into their property nor did they want to renegotiate the lease down to the point where all parties could succeed, the landlord suffer from the illusion that Wally was still running the restaurant and anyone that comes in should immediately make the same amount he did immediately. The main Major equipment on site belonged to the property owners not the restaurant. I could no longer afford to maintain their 20-40 year old equipment and they would not repair it on their own. They basically kicked me out and I took all the equipment that i owned with me. I offered to leave the equipment on premises and let them purchase it or sell it to the next lessee. This was not acceptable to them so I left and took my stuff with me. I tried to just let let it go but those kind of uninformed comments are just unacceptable.

Please get all the information before you make assumptions... Thank you

FlyingScot · 03-25-2019, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Rinkerguy

While I agreed with the original intent of this thread by Chef Tony to advise the community that the Sandy Point Restaurant is closing. Now it is being used to further his chef career at the expense of Sandy Point and the Oullette’s property.

So your only issue is that Tony didn't start a new thread, and that should shut down his post? Ridiculous.

Good luck, Tony! I hope you keep the broasted chicken!

Chef Tony · 03-25-2019, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by FlyingScot

So your only issue is that Tony didn't start a new thread, and that should shut down his post? Ridiculous.

Good luck, Tony! I hope you keep the broasted chicken!

Thanks

All of your favorites will still be there... just going to incorporate some of the SP favorites as well.

phoenix · 03-25-2019, 09:30 PM

Is it the little building on the water where the mount comes in

Chef Tony · 03-25-2019, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by phoenix

Is it the little building on the water where the mount comes in

No, It is up main street across from the golf course just past Huggins.

Descant · 03-25-2019, 09:37 PM

To me and many friends, Sandy Point was successful because the word was lobster=Sandy Point. Next Lobster place was Makris in Concord. Based on posts on this forum, Chef Tony wanted to be a great chef, not a successful restaurant owner/manager. Great chefs do not always make great managers/owners. The phrase, "You're a great chef, you should open a restaurant" is way off the mark from family experience. I on't think there is a great Lobster experience in the area and that is an open market, if you can fill that spot. Adding a couple of lobster items to a generic menu is what failed at Sandy Point last time. No focus.

Chef Tony · 03-25-2019, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

To me and many friends, Sandy Point was successful because the word was lobster=Sandy Point. Next Lobster place was Makris in Concord. Based on posts on this forum, Chef Tony wanted to be a great chef, not a successful restaurant owner/manager. Great chefs do not always make great managers/owners. The phrase, "You're a great chef, you should open a restaurant" is way off the mark from family experience. I on't think there is a great Lobster experience in the area and that is an open market, if you can fill that spot. Adding a couple of lobster items to a generic menu is what failed at Sandy Point last time. No focus.

The menu at the new sandy point started out as strictly lobster and seafood with prime rib. But I had to add the pub menu to get weekly repeat visits versus once a summer, which no restaurant can survive on. Due to wholesale lobster prices the menu prices were high so I made the choice to freshly prepare each lobster not cook in the morning and reheat like the old sandy point did. But seeing as you are the restaurant I suggest that you contact the sandy point resort about leasing the restaurant and show me hows it's done. but you will need to completely outfit the bar and kitchen area as I have removed all of my equipment.

TheTimeTraveler · 03-26-2019, 04:30 PM

I think all of us need to give Chef Tony the benefit of the doubt and let him produce a new and delicious menu for Morrisey's of Wolfboro. I am confident that the employees and visitors of Huggins Hospital certainly welcome a reasonably priced menu (don't forget good service also).

Personally I am hoping that he offers seafoods such as Fried Clams, and Fried Scallops as well as a variety of tasty Lobster offerings. Of course a great menu can not be complete without Fried Onion Rings!

With that said, let's see what he can produce for the owners and visitors of the "Oldest Summer Resort in America".

Does anyone know if Chef Tony is the owner or just the head chef of Morriseys?

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Outdoorsman · 03-26-2019, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TheTimeTraveler

I think all of us need to give Chef Tony the benefit of the doubt and let him produce a new and delicious menu for Morrisey's of Wolfboro. I am confident that the employees and visitors of Huggins Hospital certainly welcome a reasonably priced menu (don't forget good service also).

Personally I am hoping that he offers seafoods such as Fried Clams, and Fried Scallops as well as a variety of tasty Lobster offerings. Of course a great menu can not be complete without Fried Onion Rings!

With that said, let's see what he can produce for the owners and visitors of the "Oldest Summer Resort in America".

Does anyone know if Chef Tony is the owner or just the head chef of Morriseys?
.

You suggested that Employees and Visitors to Huggins Hospital are searching for.....

FRIED calms
FRIED scallops
FRIED onion rings

I am sure that would bring more business to Huggins, but......

Chef Tony · 03-26-2019, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by TheTimeTraveler

Does anyone know if Chef Tony is the owner or just the head chef of Morriseys?

Just the chef.

barefootbay · 03-26-2019, 07:19 PM

The main reason Sandy Point had many seasons of success is because of Walter Damon and his family’s dedication and hard work.

TheTimeTraveler · 03-26-2019, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

You suggested that Employees and Visitors to Huggins Hospital are searching for.....

FRIED calms
FRIED scallops
FRIED onion rings

I am sure that would bring more business to Huggins, but......

Hospital food is great if you want hospital food. I certainly like something a little more tempting.

Let's hope Chef Tony does a great job at his new location.

Chef Tony · 03-26-2019, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by barefootbay

The main reason Sandy Point had many seasons of success is because of Walter Damon and his family’s dedication and hard work.

and he had it before everything started falling apart

upthesaukee · 03-27-2019, 05:42 AM

I thought I saw that you were the chef at the Gunstock Inn? I remember seeing something about getting your Shepherd's Pie there, late last fall.

Chef Tony · 03-27-2019, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by upthesaukee

I thought I saw that you were the chef at the Gunstock Inn? I remember seeing something about getting your Shepherd's Pie there, late last fall.

I was but we parted ways. Over at Morrisey's now.

Barbara · 03-30-2019, 03:33 PM

Lots of luck, Chef Tony! Alton’s loss is Wolfeboro’s win!

08-23-2018, 05:01 PM	#1
Chef Tony Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Wolfeboro Posts: 39 Thanks: 7 Thanked 47 Times in 15 Posts	Sandy Point restaurant I figured I should be the first to post. This is our final weekend in business due to staffing and other problems we will be closing permanently on Sunday. I know that there that are happy to hear this and others that are not. Please let's not degrade this thread into a "ha ha you suck" dog pile on the rabbit Thank you

08-24-2018, 05:41 AM	#8
GodSmile Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 192 Thanks: 92 Thanked 58 Times in 38 Posts	Sorry to hear You had things together there in service, quality and price, Chef Tony. I'm sorry it didn't work out and wish you well in the future. This is a loss for the region.

08-24-2018, 08:18 AM	#11
MBNeckguy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 69 Thanks: 156 Thanked 28 Times in 15 Posts	Sandy Point restaurant ................ Last edited by MBNeckguy; 08-24-2018 at 10:45 AM. Reason: Pocket Post

08-24-2018, 05:47 PM	#14
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	Likewise We enjoyed our times at the Sandy Point this year. Good food, good service. My wife and her friend enjoyed "thirsty Thursday" as well. Good luck, Tony. Dave __________________ I Live Here... I am always UPTHESAUKEE !!!!

08-25-2018, 05:09 PM	#16
Barney Bear Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 962 Thanks: 498 Thanked 274 Times in 175 Posts	Sad Newa One of my brother from Ohio's favorite place to visit when at our lake.

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08-23-2018, 06:07 PM	#2
TiltonBB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gilford, NH and Florida Posts: 3,063 Thanks: 726 Thanked 2,236 Times in 956 Posts	Permanently as in forever? Or for this season and plan to open in 2019?

08-23-2018, 07:14 PM	#5
thinkxingu Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 6,437 Thanks: 1,182 Thanked 2,140 Times in 1,327 Posts	This is terrible news. I'm not on that side of the lake much, but the reviews looked like things were going well. Sorry to hear, Chef Tony--good luck in whatever comes next for you. Sent from my Moto G (5S) Plus using Tapatalk

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08-23-2018, 08:05 PM	#6
Resident 2B Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Shore, MA Posts: 1,358 Thanks: 996 Thanked 314 Times in 164 Posts	I was in two weeks ago on a Sunday when my wife and I were beginning our hunt for a lake house. The food was great, the service was great and I enjoyed our short talk. As I said on that Sunday, you said you would make Sandy Point into an excellent restaurant. From my only experience, you did exactly what you said you would do. This news has hit me like a ton of bricks. You gave it your all. So sorry to hear this news. All the best moving forward. R2B

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joey2665 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Meredith Bay & LI, NY Posts: 3,222 Thanks: 1,219 Thanked 1,009 Times in 649 Posts	I’m very sorry to hear this chef Tony. I always root for local business. I wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

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08-24-2018, 06:17 AM	#9
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,924 Thanks: 350 Thanked 1,693 Times in 595 Posts	Staffing was a nightmare this season and now it's even worse due to school openings and activities. It's bad enough for year round business' but everyone I know that has a seasonal operation couldn't find enough staff.

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08-24-2018, 04:12 PM	#12
winnisummergal Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: North Carolina and Wolfeboro or Alton Posts: 123 Thanks: 188 Thanked 38 Times in 20 Posts	Sorry to hear this. Always tough to close a business, good luck with your future endeavors.

08-24-2018, 05:24 PM	#13
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,841 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	I am sorry to hear this too. It's sad to lose a local business.

08-25-2018, 03:09 PM	#15
beantownbaby Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Posts: 41 Thanks: 153 Thanked 10 Times in 5 Posts	Very sorry to hear this. I was hoping for the best for you. Had heard nothing but good this year.

08-26-2018, 07:14 AM	#17
Rinkerguy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 128 Thanks: 0 Thanked 35 Times in 25 Posts	Sandy Point Restaurant has struggled over the past years with different proprietiors. Hopefully the Owners will find someone to return the restaurant to its previous greatness. Good luck to Tony in his future endeavors, and to Bobby on his search for a new group to run the place.

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swnoel Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 529 Thanks: 83 Thanked 194 Times in 118 Posts	I can only imagine the difficulty of any restaurant today trying to find competent help! Especially now that the economy is so good. Good luck Tony.

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HellRaZoR004 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Litchfield/Gilford Posts: 828 Thanks: 233 Thanked 224 Times in 131 Posts	I think I saw somewhere that Sawyers is closing Labor Day because of the lack of staff.

03-13-2019, 06:14 PM	#22
BrownstoneNorth Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 213 Thanks: 114 Thanked 132 Times in 72 Posts	Sandy Point Restaurant will NOT be open in 2019 Per reply to my email query to the Sandy Point Resort.

03-14-2019, 08:51 AM	#23
bigpatsfan Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 86 Thanks: 21 Thanked 15 Times in 9 Posts	Sad Sad to hear about Sandy Point restaurant. Is it true that the Dockside Restaurant is also closed for 2019? Same question for Busy Corner? If true that all three of these places are closed, then it is a huge loss for the Town of Alton.

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Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,479 Thanks: 1,389 Thanked 1,667 Times in 1,086 Posts	I think in the Lodge thread we learned that they don't have a dock. Looks like some opportunities in Alton Bay, but not much time to get set up. Still have Shibley's and Pop's, right?

03-15-2019, 03:08 PM	#28
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 843 Thanks: 259 Thanked 234 Times in 134 Posts	JP China JP China is also within walking distance from the public docks. Sandy Point used to have a shuttle van to the public docks when theirs were full. Maybe Ackerley's could get some diners that way too from the boaters. With the Rusty Moose also closed, the dining choices in Alton are dwindling.

03-25-2019, 03:01 PM	#34
Chef Tony Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Wolfeboro Posts: 39 Thanks: 7 Thanked 47 Times in 15 Posts	New location for stuffed lobsters I am the new chef @ Morrisey's Front Porch. We will be serving some of the classics that i was making @ the Sandy point restaurant, including stuffed lobster during the week and the larger(1 1/2 & 2 lb) stuffed lobsters on the weekends or by special order. As teh season progresses we will also be doing the stuffed haddock, stuffed shrimp and seared jumbo scallops. I will be posting further info on the former sandy point restaurant page and on the Morrisey's page. Chef Tony

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phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,563 Thanks: 63 Thanked 276 Times in 194 Posts	Tony good luck > I hope to visit this summer __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

03-25-2019, 05:10 PM	#36
Rinkerguy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 128 Thanks: 0 Thanked 35 Times in 25 Posts	This thread should be removed by admin While I agreed with the original intent of this thread by Chef Tony to advise the community that the Sandy Point Restaurant is closing. Now it is being used to further his chef career at the expense of Sandy Point and the Oullette’s property.

03-25-2019, 06:00 PM	#39
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,841 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	Morrisey's is on South Main St. in Wolfeboro. It used to be Bailey's.

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phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,563 Thanks: 63 Thanked 276 Times in 194 Posts	Is it the little building on the water where the mount comes in __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

03-25-2019, 09:37 PM	#45
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,479 Thanks: 1,389 Thanked 1,667 Times in 1,086 Posts	Focused menu To me and many friends, Sandy Point was successful because the word was lobster=Sandy Point. Next Lobster place was Makris in Concord. Based on posts on this forum, Chef Tony wanted to be a great chef, not a successful restaurant owner/manager. Great chefs do not always make great managers/owners. The phrase, "You're a great chef, you should open a restaurant" is way off the mark from family experience. I on't think there is a great Lobster experience in the area and that is an open market, if you can fill that spot. Adding a couple of lobster items to a generic menu is what failed at Sandy Point last time. No focus.

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