Gilligan's in Moultonborough

Just Wonderin · 09-16-2008, 06:58 PM

I just drove past Gilligan's. Their sign said "Closed Thank You". Does anyone know if they have closed for good or only for the season?

dpg · 09-17-2008, 10:55 AM

Not positive but I thought they were attempting to sell this summer.

donnamatrix · 09-18-2008, 11:47 AM

I saw the sign last night also... doesn't bode well. I know Grille25 had a tough summer also. Nobody has any more "disposable" income, especially with the stock market tanking

VitaBene · 09-19-2008, 04:19 PM

The tough market, fuel prices, coupled with a divorce- They fell behind on their payments to the bank. They are done.

Good luck restauranteers!! We need you around, especially the good ones!

phoenix · 09-19-2008, 06:45 PM

would suspect after a slow summer that a number of lakes region restaurants will not survive the winter. Hopefully I am wrong

donnamatrix · 09-22-2008, 07:30 AM

Heard from reliable (restaurant owner) source that Gilligan's is closed. They were very much in debt, including to IRS, evidently. Also, the Sandwich General Store has also closed for good.

angela4design · 09-22-2008, 07:52 AM

Gilligan's and the Corner Deli have both become casualties of divorce. I can't validate the IRS or the debt situation, I don't know the financial specifics, but I do know that the owners were very upset about losing the reigns on this one. ("She" is, anyway.)

The Corner Deli on Gilford Avenue has also closed, tangled up in this same web. The Corner Deli location near Gunstock REMAINS OPEN, and they do breakfast lunch and dinner; delivery, dine in and take out.

And, no I don't have any stake in the deal.

I am just a frequent-enough customer to know the situation. It's a further drive, but I still support this local business.

Pineedles · 09-22-2008, 11:00 AM

DM, did I read that right? What a loss! I hadn't been there for years but I remember my Grandfather taking us there after we picked up his mail at the P.O. Great memories.

donnamatrix · 09-22-2008, 01:57 PM

Yes... that's what I heard, although I haven't been up to Sandwich in ages. My understanding is that the Bad Moose went to auction as a result of a divorce situation as well. Maybe SAMIAM can give us feedback on that!! However, my source of info is reliable and credible, and I have no reason to doubt his statements. It's always tough to be in the restaurant/food industry. In a down economy it can be extremely ugly. I know in our house we are trying to economize and certainly "going out to dinner" is something we've cut down to almost zippo. Next we'll be fighting the cats for the Friskies Buffet meals!!

PennyPenny · 09-22-2008, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by donnamatrix

Yes... that's what I heard, although I haven't been up to Sandwich in ages. My understanding is that the Bad Moose went to auction as a result of a divorce situation as well. Maybe SAMIAM can give us feedback on that!! However, my source of info is reliable and credible, and I have no reason to doubt his statements. It's always tough to be in the restaurant/food industry. In a down economy it can be extremely ugly. I know in our house we are trying to economize and certainly "going out to dinner" is something we've cut down to almost zippo. Next we'll be fighting the cats for the Friskies Buffet meals!!

The Sandwich Stores last day of business was Sept 17th. They were also the owners of the Black Snout now The North End Restaurant.

twoplustwo · 09-24-2008, 10:53 AM

The former owners of The Black Snout owned The North Sandwich Store, not the Sandwich General Store. The North Sandwich Store is closed. The Meredith News reported that the Sandwich General Store is closing for the winter, and they will continue to try to sell it before opening again in the spring.

PennyPenny · 09-24-2008, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by twoplustwo

The former owners of The Black Snout owned The North Sandwich Store, not the Sandwich General Store. The North Sandwich Store is closed. The Meredith News reported that the Sandwich General Store is closing for the winter, and they will continue to try to sell it before opening again in the spring.

The Sandwich Store, in the middle of Sandwich, just past the blinking light is closed. They are the former owners of the Black Snout. The North Sandwich Store is open. I live here, I know.

twoplustwo · 09-25-2008, 08:29 AM

I always thought Kim owned the N Sandwich Store, not the one in the middle of town. Of course there's multiple owners involved, so I'm obviously way confused, sorry! I work with her, I need to sit down with her and update my stalker notes

PennyPenny · 09-25-2008, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by twoplustwo

I always thought Kim owned the N Sandwich Store, not the one in the middle of town. Of course there's multiple owners involved, so I'm obviously way confused, sorry! I work with her, I need to sit down with her and update my stalker notes

TPT, I think we have hijacked this thread. Pretty confusing living in a small town and knowing everybody some way or another! You are right with the name Kim Elliot correct? I am pretty sure she was not involved with the day to day operations as far as working in the General Store. Regardless, it is a loss for this small little town. Yes, there are 2 other owners of the General Store. Their last name is Kerr. The North Sandwich Store did change ownership in the past 6 months or so. Anywho, come on up to Sandwich. Bring your kids or grandchildren for Halloween night. If no kids, come and walk around anyway. The Sandwich Players dress up and spook everyone along the main streets!

cjs · 09-26-2008, 07:31 AM

Hello, I did not realize Sandwich had this event on Halloween evening, what time does this start? Thanks in advance for the information.

donnamatrix · 09-26-2008, 10:03 AM

There is now a huge AUCTION sign draped across the front of Gilligan's ... auction to take place on Oct 2nd, I believe. That's three restaurants in Moultonborough in the space of about 6 months that gone under the gavel.

G & G · 09-26-2008, 11:30 AM

Where is Gilligan's located?

neckdweller · 09-26-2008, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by G & G

Where is Gilligan's located?

It's at the intersection of "Old 109" and 25, across from the Taj Mahal (otherwise known as the public safety complex).

VitaBene · 09-28-2008, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by neckdweller

It's at the intersection of "Old 109" and 25, across from the Taj Mahal (otherwise known as the public safety complex).

C'mon neckdweller- our PD/FD station is nothing compared to Meredith's!! Mboro's is the Taj lite!

SAMIAM · 09-28-2008, 07:35 AM

Cops from Boston,up here on vacation,drive by the Moultonborough PD and say..."Oh man,I wish we had something that nice"

fatlazyless · 09-28-2008, 09:25 AM

As I understand it the Coe House got sold to current owners about 16 months ago for a strong & healthy price. As a beautifull historic & residential style building that is fully commercial with its' terrific commercial location and parking spaces, got to wonder what type of a price it would fetch today? Up, down, same....which way has the market for this type commercial property headed?

It's a shame they do not stay open all year round. While I have never set foot inside the place, it 's a very attractive property located on top of the grassy slope.
......

Over in Tamworth, on Route 113 there's a commercial 1/3 acre, retail store, 2bed apt, w/ small garage for $159,900 which has a lot of new parts. Anyone looking to go retail and live above their store or something? Wonder what was in that spot in the past?

VitaBene · 09-28-2008, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SAMIAM

Cops from Boston,up here on vacation,drive by the Moultonborough PD and say..."Oh man,I wish we had something that nice"

Sam, remember that is a joint PD/FD facility. Have you seen Boston Police Headquarters? The sculpture outside cost more than the Mboro public safety building.

http://www.stullandlee.com/architecture/civic/bphq.htm

Besides, those Mboro officers work pretty hard paying for it- gotta love the 2 mile long 30 MPH zone!

09-16-2008, 06:58 PM	#1
Just Wonderin Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 165 Thanks: 55 Thanked 23 Times in 14 Posts	Gilligan's in Moultonborough I just drove past Gilligan's. Their sign said "Closed Thank You". Does anyone know if they have closed for good or only for the season?

09-18-2008, 11:47 AM	#3
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Maybe closed for season? I saw the sign last night also... doesn't bode well. I know Grille25 had a tough summer also. Nobody has any more "disposable" income, especially with the stock market tanking

09-19-2008, 06:45 PM	#5
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,537 Thanks: 60 Thanked 272 Times in 191 Posts	would suspect after a slow summer that a number of lakes region restaurants will not survive the winter. Hopefully I am wrong __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

09-22-2008, 07:30 AM	#6
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Gilligan's is closed, also Sandwich General Store Heard from reliable (restaurant owner) source that Gilligan's is closed. They were very much in debt, including to IRS, evidently. Also, the Sandwich General Store has also closed for good.

09-22-2008, 07:52 AM	#7
angela4design Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Meredith Posts: 353 Thanks: 45 Thanked 54 Times in 38 Posts	Divorce Gilligan's and the Corner Deli have both become casualties of divorce. I can't validate the IRS or the debt situation, I don't know the financial specifics, but I do know that the owners were very upset about losing the reigns on this one. ("She" is, anyway.) The Corner Deli on Gilford Avenue has also closed, tangled up in this same web. The Corner Deli location near Gunstock REMAINS OPEN, and they do breakfast lunch and dinner; delivery, dine in and take out. And, no I don't have any stake in the deal. I am just a frequent-enough customer to know the situation. It's a further drive, but I still support this local business.

09-17-2008, 10:55 AM	#2
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,588 Thanks: 150 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	Not positive but I thought they were attempting to sell this summer.

09-19-2008, 04:19 PM	#4
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 1,583 Thanked 1,617 Times in 830 Posts	The tough market, fuel prices, coupled with a divorce- They fell behind on their payments to the bank. They are done. Good luck restauranteers!! We need you around, especially the good ones!

09-22-2008, 11:00 AM	#8
Pineedles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Moultonborough & CT Posts: 2,541 Thanks: 1,071 Thanked 667 Times in 366 Posts	The Center Sandwich General Store? DM, did I read that right? What a loss! I hadn't been there for years but I remember my Grandfather taking us there after we picked up his mail at the P.O. Great memories.

09-22-2008, 01:57 PM	#9
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Sandwich Store Yes... that's what I heard, although I haven't been up to Sandwich in ages. My understanding is that the Bad Moose went to auction as a result of a divorce situation as well. Maybe SAMIAM can give us feedback on that!! However, my source of info is reliable and credible, and I have no reason to doubt his statements. It's always tough to be in the restaurant/food industry. In a down economy it can be extremely ugly. I know in our house we are trying to economize and certainly "going out to dinner" is something we've cut down to almost zippo. Next we'll be fighting the cats for the Friskies Buffet meals!!

09-24-2008, 10:53 AM	#11
twoplustwo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 456 Thanks: 51 Thanked 39 Times in 21 Posts	confusion The former owners of The Black Snout owned The North Sandwich Store, not the Sandwich General Store. The North Sandwich Store is closed. The Meredith News reported that the Sandwich General Store is closing for the winter, and they will continue to try to sell it before opening again in the spring.

09-25-2008, 08:29 AM	#13
twoplustwo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 456 Thanks: 51 Thanked 39 Times in 21 Posts	huh I always thought Kim owned the N Sandwich Store, not the one in the middle of town. Of course there's multiple owners involved, so I'm obviously way confused, sorry! I work with her, I need to sit down with her and update my stalker notes

09-26-2008, 07:31 AM	#15
cjs Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	PennyPenny Hello, I did not realize Sandwich had this event on Halloween evening, what time does this start? Thanks in advance for the information.

09-26-2008, 10:03 AM	#16
donnamatrix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 833 Thanks: 24 Thanked 258 Times in 120 Posts	Auction of Gilligan's There is now a huge AUCTION sign draped across the front of Gilligan's ... auction to take place on Oct 2nd, I believe. That's three restaurants in Moultonborough in the space of about 6 months that gone under the gavel.

09-26-2008, 11:30 AM	#17
G & G Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Where is Gilligan's located?

09-28-2008, 07:35 AM	#20
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,890 Thanks: 334 Thanked 1,672 Times in 583 Posts	Cops from Boston,up here on vacation,drive by the Moultonborough PD and say..."Oh man,I wish we had something that nice"

09-28-2008, 09:25 AM	#21
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,694 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 300 Thanked 992 Times in 723 Posts	As I understand it the Coe House got sold to current owners about 16 months ago for a strong & healthy price. As a beautifull historic & residential style building that is fully commercial with its' terrific commercial location and parking spaces, got to wonder what type of a price it would fetch today? Up, down, same....which way has the market for this type commercial property headed? It's a shame they do not stay open all year round. While I have never set foot inside the place, it 's a very attractive property located on top of the grassy slope. ...... Over in Tamworth, on Route 113 there's a commercial 1/3 acre, retail store, 2bed apt, w/ small garage for $159,900 which has a lot of new parts. Anyone looking to go retail and live above their store or something? Wonder what was in that spot in the past? __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!