What are we Missing in the LR?

SteveA · 03-04-2009, 06:32 PM

A real good Mexican place. Not a "High End" joint... Just real good, with big servings.

Mr. V · 03-04-2009, 08:23 PM

Teriyaki / bento.

VitaBene · 03-04-2009, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveA

A real good Mexican place. Not a "High End" joint... Just real good, with big servings.

I am in Moultonborough so El Centenario in Wolfeboro is not a bad ride. I find that place to be good and authentic (don't get me wrong I love a Chili's restaurant fajita). Regarding the servings, I have never gone hungry but a little more would be nice

Waterbaby · 03-04-2009, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveA

A real good Mexican place. Not a "High End" joint... Just real good, with big servings.

As soon as I saw this thread title that was going to be my answer......... we could also use one in the Portsmouth or Exeter area! Real good, with big servings -- and reasonable prices!

Hermit Cover · 03-05-2009, 01:48 AM

Now that there are Tio Juan's Margaritas in most cities down the road and having found the Mexican food around our lake to be wanting....Mrs. HC and I would love to see a Margarita's somewhere on the lake.........then we wouldn't have to drive to Concord, Manchester, Portsmouth, Salem and Exeter to get really tasty Mexican food.

angela4design · 03-05-2009, 10:14 AM

I love the Mexican idea, too. I love Tio Juans, something along that idea would be great.

But another place I'd love is one that does soups and salads REALLY well. I've been to a few brew pubs that have specialized in them, and a hearty homemade soup with a good beer is a pleasure on a chilly day. And, I would go even in the summer! Summer soups can be done really well also! A variety of salads - not just iceberg or caesar. This place would use great ingredients, maybe even some fresh and local! Good food that's Good FOR you.

kjbathe · 03-05-2009, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Waterbaby

As soon as I saw this thread title that was going to be my answer......... we could also use one in the Portsmouth or Exeter area! Real good, with big servings -- and reasonable prices!

Ixtapa at Fox Run.

Waterbaby · 03-05-2009, 10:04 PM

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Ixtapa at Fox Run.

Oops, thank you, I keep forgetting that one -- and I don't work but 10 minutes from there......... (at the old hospital building in Portsmouth)...............What I relly would like to see, however, is a "real" Mexican restaurant by "real" Mexicans, like the one that actually was in Portsmouth a number of years ago -- owned by the Gamboas. Then there was one in Stratham in a plaza for awhile, they were also from Mexico, that place seemed to be doing well when all of a sudden the doors closed -- and this goes back about 5-6 years......

upthesaukee · 03-05-2009, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Waterbaby

Oops, thank you, I keep forgetting that one -- and I don't work but 10 minutes from there......... (at the old hospital building in Portsmouth)...............What I relly would like to see, however, is a "real" Mexican restaurant by "real" Mexicans, like the one that actually was in Portsmouth a number of years ago -- owned by the Gamboas. Then there was one in Stratham in a plaza for awhile, they were also from Mexico, that place seemed to be doing well when all of a sudden the doors closed -- and this goes back about 5-6 years......

Las Pinatas in Laconia, located at the old train station, 9 Veterans Sq.
Ph 603-528-1405.
Haven't been there in a long time, been by it, just haven't stop to eat. Food was excellent, not your Pancho's or Margarita's chain type food, just real Mexican food done by real Mexican owners.

VitaBene · 03-06-2009, 02:39 PM

What do we have for good Chinese on the North Side (Mboro, Tuftonboro, Center Harbor area) of the lake?

Also, great responses so far!!

trfour · 03-06-2009, 03:18 PM

Talk about Awesome steak! Check out the menu.
http://www.texasdebrazil.com/

PS, Can't get anymore authentic than Las Pinatas, the food is great!
Thanks for reminding me, Dave.

Overlake97 · 03-17-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Waterbaby

What I relly would like to see, however, is a "real" Mexican restaurant by "real" Mexicans, like the one that actually was in Portsmouth a number of years ago -- owned by the Gamboas. Then there was one in Stratham in a plaza for awhile, they were also from Mexico, that place seemed to be doing well when all of a sudden the doors closed -- and this goes back about 5-6 years......

Ixtapa in the Fox Run Mall in Portsmouth, suggested by another poster, IS run by real mexicans. Their chile verde is excellent; the best I've had in years.

On the other hand, I had two bad experiences, two months apart, at Las Pinatas in Laconia, about 8 years ago, and have not been back since. Both times the food was WAY over salted; the second time so much so that I couldn't even eat the entree (and I was HUNGRY). However, some people appear to really like this place so I've been planning to try them one more time. I guess it is possible that I hit the two worst items on the menu, or the two worst days of the year, or something like that. I'll let you know if and when I give them a third try.

neckdweller · 03-17-2009, 11:29 AM

Didn't realize there were so many "SAU16" towns represented. Sorry to derail one more time but no one's mentioned Las Olas Taqueria yet - it's on Portsmouth ave right near Walgreens.

I don't have that many needs, but a better Chinese place than Lee Wah would be good. It's also tough that over in the Moultonborough area your choices of dining in the summer comes down to either driving far or waiting a long time.

Waterbaby · 03-17-2009, 09:26 PM

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Didn't realize there were so many "SAU16" towns represented. Sorry to derail one more time but no one's mentioned Las Olas Taqueria yet - it's on Portsmouth ave right near Walgreens.

.......... to SAU-16 North, lol! Isn't this a great place -- and thanks again, Don, for having us all as guests!

I think this is a great thread, kudos to VB for starting it. I find it interesting to observe that we've all leaned toward more ethnic but rather mainstream cuisines -- I haven't seen anybody say anything like vietnamese, or portuguese, or lebanese....

Big D · 03-19-2009, 11:06 PM

A Legal Seafood would do well here. They could also incorporate fresh water recipes like rainbow trout.

Big D.

mastercraft · 03-20-2009, 08:30 AM

a buffalo wild wings would be nice!!!

HC0209 · 03-20-2009, 10:18 AM

The Lakes Region also needs a decent Indian restaurant like you'll find in Portland. Saag, korma, nan, chutney etc.YUM!

I've been to Shalimar's in Conway, but they are not as good as what you'll find in Portland.

Smitty1 · 03-05-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveA

A real good Mexican place. Not a "High End" joint... Just real good, with big servings.

How about the Crazy Gringo in the Weirs? Fantastic home made salsa and huge servings!

Smitty

sa meredith · 03-05-2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Smitty1

How about the Crazy Gringo in the Weirs? Fantastic home made salsa and huge servings!

Smitty

Huge Crazy Gringo fan here. Regular stop, before heading thru the channel, to put the boat away in Paugus Bay.
However, can be a culture shock, if you've never been. Very much a Harley bar. But great people. Great drink. Very good food.

mad maxx · 03-05-2009, 11:51 AM

WE need a really good pure steakhouse. Just my opinion while most restaurants serve steaks, I miss the attention that goes into a "steakhouse".

Smitty1 · 03-05-2009, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by mad maxx

WE need a really good pure steakhouse. Just my opinion while most restaurants serve steaks, I miss the attention that goes into a "steakhouse".

O Steak and Seafood in Lakeport is the closest to a "real" steakhouse up here.

Smitty

Shore Driver · 03-05-2009, 04:34 PM

Are there any Japanese Hibachis?

jrc · 03-05-2009, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mad maxx

WE need a really good pure steakhouse. Just my opinion while most restaurants serve steaks, I miss the attention that goes into a "steakhouse".

Now when you say steak house do you mean Outback, Lonestar, Texas Roadhouse or are we talking Ruth Chris's, Morton's, Smith and Wollensky?

We have the former chains nearby and it would be nice to have one near the lake.

The more upscale places could never survive. Not enough people willing to spend that kind of money.

Little Bear · 03-06-2009, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mad maxx

WE need a really good pure steakhouse. Just my opinion while most restaurants serve steaks, I miss the attention that goes into a "steakhouse".

Wouldn't need to be a Morton's, etc. Just open another location of Manchester's Hanover Street Chop House. This is as good as any Morton's I've been to. (Maybe just 1/2 notch below Ruth's Chris, but it's very close)

Diana · 03-06-2009, 05:51 PM

Deli/convenience store at Glendale again!

jkjoshuatree · 03-06-2009, 08:40 PM

That Chinese food plaza in the Gilford strip mall isn't bad, but I'd like to see a real Japanese restaurant somewhere up here.

And I'm still trying to get the guys from Flatbread Pizza to open up in the Lakes Region...but I'm not holding my breath.

jetskier · 03-06-2009, 09:28 PM

Cheesecake Factory - I think that it would do quite well

Jetskier

03-04-2009, 06:32 PM	#1
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	Missing A real good Mexican place. Not a "High End" joint... Just real good, with big servings. __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown

03-05-2009, 01:48 AM	#5
Hermit Cover Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Hermit Cove Posts: 354 Thanks: 20 Thanked 68 Times in 40 Posts	We agree.... Now that there are Tio Juan's Margaritas in most cities down the road and having found the Mexican food around our lake to be wanting....Mrs. HC and I would love to see a Margarita's somewhere on the lake.........then we wouldn't have to drive to Concord, Manchester, Portsmouth, Salem and Exeter to get really tasty Mexican food.

03-05-2009, 10:14 AM	#6
angela4design Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Meredith Posts: 353 Thanks: 45 Thanked 54 Times in 38 Posts	Good food that's Good FOR you I love the Mexican idea, too. I love Tio Juans, something along that idea would be great. But another place I'd love is one that does soups and salads REALLY well. I've been to a few brew pubs that have specialized in them, and a hearty homemade soup with a good beer is a pleasure on a chilly day. And, I would go even in the summer! Summer soups can be done really well also! A variety of salads - not just iceberg or caesar. This place would use great ingredients, maybe even some fresh and local! Good food that's Good FOR you.

03-06-2009, 02:39 PM	#10
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,605 Thanks: 1,654 Thanked 1,645 Times in 848 Posts	Chinese - North Side What do we have for good Chinese on the North Side (Mboro, Tuftonboro, Center Harbor area) of the lake? Also, great responses so far!!

03-06-2009, 03:18 PM	#11
trfour Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Lakes, Central NH. and Dallas/Fort Worth TX. Posts: 3,694 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 3,069 Thanked 472 Times in 236 Posts	and,.. One Of These.... Talk about Awesome steak! Check out the menu. http://www.texasdebrazil.com/ PS, Can't get anymore authentic than Las Pinatas, the food is great! Thanks for reminding me, Dave. __________________ *trfour* Always Remember, The Best Safety Device In The Boat, or on a PWC Snowmobile etc., Is YOU! Safe sledding tips and much more; http://www.snowmobile.org/snowmobiling-safety.html

03-04-2009, 08:23 PM	#2
Mr. V Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: the left coast (Portland)and West Alton Posts: 1,424 Thanks: 66 Thanked 260 Times in 178 Posts	Teriyaki / bento.

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03-17-2009, 11:29 AM	#13
neckdweller Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Moultonborough & Southern NH Posts: 133 Thanks: 6 Thanked 37 Times in 18 Posts	Didn't realize there were so many "SAU16" towns represented. Sorry to derail one more time but no one's mentioned Las Olas Taqueria yet - it's on Portsmouth ave right near Walgreens. I don't have that many needs, but a better Chinese place than Lee Wah would be good. It's also tough that over in the Moultonborough area your choices of dining in the summer comes down to either driving far or waiting a long time.

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03-19-2009, 11:06 PM	#15
Big D Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	A Legal Seafood would do well here. They could also incorporate fresh water recipes like rainbow trout. Big D.

03-20-2009, 08:30 AM	#16
mastercraft Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 11 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 2 Posts	a buffalo wild wings would be nice!!!

03-20-2009, 10:18 AM	#17
HC0209 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Meredith Posts: 13 Thanks: 5 Thanked 5 Times in 2 Posts	The Lakes Region also needs a decent Indian restaurant like you'll find in Portland. Saag, korma, nan, chutney etc.YUM! I've been to Shalimar's in Conway, but they are not as good as what you'll find in Portland. Last edited by HC0209; 03-20-2009 at 10:21 AM. Reason: spelling

03-05-2009, 11:51 AM	#20
mad maxx Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Where's the beef? WE need a really good pure steakhouse. Just my opinion while most restaurants serve steaks, I miss the attention that goes into a "steakhouse".

03-05-2009, 04:34 PM	#22
Shore Driver Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tolland CT Posts: 194 Thanks: 20 Thanked 31 Times in 25 Posts	Are there any Japanese Hibachis?

03-06-2009, 05:51 PM	#25
Diana Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 67 Thanks: 351 Thanked 15 Times in 13 Posts	Deli/convenience store at Glendale again!

03-06-2009, 08:40 PM	#26
jkjoshuatree Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bear Island Posts: 642 Thanks: 349 Thanked 145 Times in 77 Posts	How About A Sushi Place? That Chinese food plaza in the Gilford strip mall isn't bad, but I'd like to see a real Japanese restaurant somewhere up here. And I'm still trying to get the guys from Flatbread Pizza to open up in the Lakes Region...but I'm not holding my breath. __________________ Dream out loud.

03-06-2009, 09:28 PM	#27
jetskier Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Reading, MA and South Down Shores Posts: 854 Thanks: 57 Thanked 183 Times in 114 Posts	Another suggestion Cheesecake Factory - I think that it would do quite well Jetskier