The Lodge at Smith Point

dippasan · 05-14-2019, 09:39 AM

My wife and I went to The Lodge At Smith Point last Friday night.
We got seated right away in the Tavern. Had cocktails in front of us lickety split.

We had the Portobello Fries and Pesto Muscles for apps. Both were very good.
We split an order of fish Taco's which were also very good.
Service was great, friendly and prompt. Both the owner and the manager introduced themselves at different times.

Very close to the marina, good service, good food, good vibe.

Yup.......we'll be back

Slickcraft · 05-14-2019, 04:47 PM

Yes I tried the fish tacos at lunch, a very tasty catch.

Rich · 06-23-2019, 06:58 AM

We had dinner here for the first time on Friday.

I had a Swordfish special. It was very enjoyable, cooked properly (not over cooked) with good flavor. The piece of fish was a bit small for my liking, but no need for a complaint.

Barb had a Salmon dish on their Parpadelle pasta. This was wonderful! I tasted some of her dish also and we both agreed that it was a winner!

Overall it was very good, we will be back.

Descant · 06-23-2019, 04:06 PM

Also a first for us last Friday, 6/21. We were early (5 pm) and the dining room was quiet for the first 45 minutes or so. The bar sounded busy. Exactly what we wanted, then it started filling up. Time for us to talk, and since we were new, to talk to our waitress (Shaughnessy)about the menu. She was very good. With drinks, we had the Cheese and Charcuterie. Ample for two to share. Could have had that all night. The owner (manager? He didn't specify) stopped to chat, which was a plus. My wife had the Beet Salad with Salmon, and I had the Hanger Steak. Both were excellent. Close to the water, but no view or shorefront, so the only access is by car. Overall, a good experience and we'll go back. Loved the creative menu and specials.

Mr. V · 08-31-2019, 01:05 PM

I haven't read any comments about this restaurant since June; how are they faring, are they busy and well-received by the public?

Jeanzb1 · 09-01-2019, 07:26 AM

I think they have done very well this summer with all the tourists, but I am not sure that the locals will support a somewhat pricey restaurant with a limited menu.

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gravy boat · 09-01-2019, 02:47 PM

We went yesterday for apps and cocktails again - been about a dozen times and never disappointed.
We prefer app menu as we like fish tacos, burger, Brussels and generally lighter fare than full blown menu items.
We hope they continue to do well with locals like us.

Slickcraft · 09-01-2019, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by gravy boat

We went yesterday for apps and cocktails again - been about a dozen times and never disappointed.
We prefer app menu as we like fish tacos, burger, Brussels and generally lighter fare than full blown menu items.
We hope they continue to do well with locals like us.

The fish tacos are good

Descant · 09-03-2019, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by gravy boat

We went yesterday for apps and cocktails again - been about a dozen times and never disappointed.
We prefer app menu as we like fish tacos, burger, Brussels and generally lighter fare than full blown menu items.
We hope they continue to do well with locals like us.

Gravy Boat, your subject line says "Inn at Smith Cove". We're talking about the Lodge at Smith Point, right?

gravy boat · 09-03-2019, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Gravy Boat, your subject line says "Inn at Smith Cove". We're talking about the Lodge at Smith Point, right?

Thank you for pointing that out.

Jeanzb1 · 09-29-2019, 08:34 AM

Wish they would change out the menu for some new things. It’s been the same eight entrees ever since they opened nine months ago.

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Hillcountry · 09-29-2019, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

Wish they would change out the menu for some new things. It’s been the same eight entrees ever since they opened nine months ago.

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Have you tried all eight?

Maybe next time make polite suggestion! Businesses like suggestions!

Jeanzb1 · 09-29-2019, 12:56 PM

No, I have not tried all eight! I don’t care for all of them. Do you? Simply wishing they would add more to the menu is not being impolite. And FYI, when Mark has come to chat at our table, we have made suggestions!

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Hillcountry · 09-29-2019, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

No, I have not tried all eight! I don’t care for all of them. Do you? Simply wishing they would add more to the menu is not being impolite. And FYI, when Mark has come to chat at our table, we have made suggestions!

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Lol...never been there. So you have made suggestions and “Mark” hasn’t acted on them...I guess that’s all you can do except go elsewhere?

Phantom · 09-30-2019, 06:07 AM

Driving back from Alton this past Saturday we were quite shocked to see that the parking lot was almost empty at 6:45pm !

Perhaps many others are tired of the same 8 items??

Winni P · 01-21-2020, 11:45 AM

We had a fantastic dinner at The Lodge at Smith Point this past weekend. We had Pretzel Bites, Pigs in a Blanket (wild boar sausage), Brussell Sprouts, Fish Tacos, Stuffed Pork Loin, Fishmongers Carbonara, Sliders and Short Ribs. Everything was delicious. They have a great craft beer selection and great specialty cocktails.

They were also advertising Apres Ski specials 4-6p - a great option when the pubs at Gunstock are packed.

Call of the Isle · 02-02-2020, 08:25 AM

My husband & I visited for his birthday on the 25th. Sat in the tavern where there were a bunch of friendly people at the bar. Arrived just before 5 so not yet busy. Waitress & bartender very friendly. Owner stopped by part way through our meal. Drinks were good, not “measured.” Appetizer was pretzel bits which the chef has been developing. Crisp not hard on the outside, soft & buttery on the inside, with 3-cheese and mustard mix sauces. I could have eaten them all night! Dinner was great hamburger for my husband and butternut squash ravioli for me. DELICIOUS! I had to have dessert: banana bread with cranberries fried in tempura with vanilla ice cream in adjoining bowl (nice touch so it didn’t melt) & homemade whipped cream. I rolled out of there! Must say, waitress was friendly and attentive and MOST accommodating about the bill (she’ll know what I mean!). We’ll be back soon, with our friend who uses a wheelchair as their ramp looks great and double door is a plus.

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05-14-2019, 09:39 AM	#1
dippasan Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hooksett NH and Sleepers Isl Posts: 391 Thanks: 287 Thanked 189 Times in 82 Posts	The Lodge at Smith Point My wife and I went to The Lodge At Smith Point last Friday night. We got seated right away in the Tavern. Had cocktails in front of us lickety split. We had the Portobello Fries and Pesto Muscles for apps. Both were very good. We split an order of fish Taco's which were also very good. Service was great, friendly and prompt. Both the owner and the manager introduced themselves at different times. Very close to the marina, good service, good food, good vibe. Yup.......we'll be back __________________ Luck is when preparedness meets opportunity

06-23-2019, 06:58 AM	#3
Rich Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Derry / Gilford Posts: 1,242 Thanks: 70 Thanked 344 Times in 234 Posts	We had dinner here for the first time on Friday. I had a Swordfish special. It was very enjoyable, cooked properly (not over cooked) with good flavor. The piece of fish was a bit small for my liking, but no need for a complaint. Barb had a Salmon dish on their Parpadelle pasta. This was wonderful! I tasted some of her dish also and we both agreed that it was a winner! Overall it was very good, we will be back. __________________ Don't listen to me, obviously I don't understand what I'm talking about! Let's help each other save time and money: WinniGas.com

06-23-2019, 04:06 PM	#4
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,262 Thanks: 1,313 Thanked 1,599 Times in 1,035 Posts	We too Also a first for us last Friday, 6/21. We were early (5 pm) and the dining room was quiet for the first 45 minutes or so. The bar sounded busy. Exactly what we wanted, then it started filling up. Time for us to talk, and since we were new, to talk to our waitress (Shaughnessy)about the menu. She was very good. With drinks, we had the Cheese and Charcuterie. Ample for two to share. Could have had that all night. The owner (manager? He didn't specify) stopped to chat, which was a plus. My wife had the Beet Salad with Salmon, and I had the Hanger Steak. Both were excellent. Close to the water, but no view or shorefront, so the only access is by car. Overall, a good experience and we'll go back. Loved the creative menu and specials.

08-31-2019, 01:05 PM	#5
Mr. V Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: the left coast (Portland)and West Alton Posts: 1,375 Thanks: 63 Thanked 248 Times in 169 Posts	I haven't read any comments about this restaurant since June; how are they faring, are they busy and well-received by the public? __________________ basking in the benign indifference of the universe

09-01-2019, 02:47 PM	#7
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 589 Thanks: 596 Thanked 199 Times in 100 Posts	Inn At Smith Cove We went yesterday for apps and cocktails again - been about a dozen times and never disappointed. We prefer app menu as we like fish tacos, burger, Brussels and generally lighter fare than full blown menu items. We hope they continue to do well with locals like us.

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05-14-2019, 04:47 PM	#2
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,278 Thanks: 1,214 Thanked 2,052 Times in 942 Posts	Yes I tried the fish tacos at lunch, a very tasty catch.

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09-01-2019, 07:26 AM	#6
Jeanzb1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gilford Posts: 552 Thanks: 624 Thanked 176 Times in 95 Posts	I think they have done very well this summer with all the tourists, but I am not sure that the locals will support a somewhat pricey restaurant with a limited menu. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

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09-29-2019, 08:34 AM	#11
Jeanzb1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gilford Posts: 552 Thanks: 624 Thanked 176 Times in 95 Posts	Wish they would change out the menu for some new things. It’s been the same eight entrees ever since they opened nine months ago. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

09-29-2019, 12:56 PM	#13
Jeanzb1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gilford Posts: 552 Thanks: 624 Thanked 176 Times in 95 Posts	No, I have not tried all eight! I don’t care for all of them. Do you? Simply wishing they would add more to the menu is not being impolite. And FYI, when Mark has come to chat at our table, we have made suggestions! Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

09-30-2019, 06:07 AM	#15
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	Driving back from Alton this past Saturday we were quite shocked to see that the parking lot was almost empty at 6:45pm ! Perhaps many others are tired of the same 8 items?? __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

01-21-2020, 11:45 AM	#16
Winni P Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Saunders Bay Posts: 99 Thanks: 130 Thanked 20 Times in 15 Posts	Excellent dinner! We had a fantastic dinner at The Lodge at Smith Point this past weekend. We had Pretzel Bites, Pigs in a Blanket (wild boar sausage), Brussell Sprouts, Fish Tacos, Stuffed Pork Loin, Fishmongers Carbonara, Sliders and Short Ribs. Everything was delicious. They have a great craft beer selection and great specialty cocktails. They were also advertising Apres Ski specials 4-6p - a great option when the pubs at Gunstock are packed.

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02-02-2020, 08:25 AM	#17
Call of the Isle Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rochester & Rattlesnake Island Posts: 20 Thanks: 11 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	The Lodge at Smith Point My husband & I visited for his birthday on the 25th. Sat in the tavern where there were a bunch of friendly people at the bar. Arrived just before 5 so not yet busy. Waitress & bartender very friendly. Owner stopped by part way through our meal. Drinks were good, not “measured.” Appetizer was pretzel bits which the chef has been developing. Crisp not hard on the outside, soft & buttery on the inside, with 3-cheese and mustard mix sauces. I could have eaten them all night! Dinner was great hamburger for my husband and butternut squash ravioli for me. DELICIOUS! I had to have dessert: banana bread with cranberries fried in tempura with vanilla ice cream in adjoining bowl (nice touch so it didn’t melt) & homemade whipped cream. I rolled out of there! Must say, waitress was friendly and attentive and MOST accommodating about the bill (she’ll know what I mean!). We’ll be back soon, with our friend who uses a wheelchair as their ramp looks great and double door is a plus. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

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