summer 2026 complimentary
Savor the art of fine cuisine with our elegantly crafted menu featuring fresh seafood, premium steaks, and a distinguished raw bar—all expertly prepared to order.
Unwind with our house-crafted cocktails and a thoughtfully selected wine list.
Take the taste home with our market’s selection of prepared meals, artisan pastries, craft beers, and fine wines.
We’ve made it easier than ever to discover where to eat—whether you’re planning a night out, grabbing a quick bite, or searching for a spot with a great view.
Restaurants are grouped by category to help you quickly find the right dining experience. Each listing includes a brief description and page number directing you to the full advertisement, where you’ll find contact details and more information. You’ll also see icons highlighting features such as waterfront
views, live music, or outdoor seating.
Look for the color tabs along the edge of the pages to jump to each section: Fine Dining; Casual & Family; Pubs, Breweries & Wineries; Cafés, Breakfast & Bakeries; and Unique Dining..
Enjoy discovering new favorites and returning to the places you love. We’re glad you’re here—and we hope this guide helps you make the most of dining in the Lakes Region.
FINE DINING
Elevated cuisine for a night out
CASUAL & FAMILY
Relaxed dining for all ages
PUBS, BREWERIES & WINERIES
Drinks, pub fare, lively atmosphere
CAFÉS, BREAKFAST & BAKERIES
Coffee, morning bites, light fare
Unique Dining Destination one-of-a-kind dining
The Breeze Lake View Dining, Gilford $$$ P. 7
Refined New England-inspired cuisine, fresh seafood, extensive wine list and waterfont view.
Canoe Restaurant & Tavern, Center Harbor $$$ P. 2
Contemporary upscale American cuisine with waterview setting; serving fresh seafood, steaks, craft cocktails, and warm hospitality.
The Junction Restaurant, Lakeport $$ P. 4
Modern American offering comfort food, craft cocktails, and elevated casual dining with breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner options.
O Bistro, Wolfeboro $$$ P. 2
Refined American, chef-driven dishes located inside The Inn on Main; serving elevated comfort food with attentive service.
WATERFRONT/WATER VIEW
LIVE MUSIC / ENTERTAINMENT
OUTDOOR DINING
TAKEOUT
O Steaks & Seafood, Lakeport $$$ P. 3
Overlooking Lake Opechee, offering hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, extensive wine list in an upscale lakeside setting.
Trenta Dining & Libations $$-$$$ P. 6
Upscale dining destination offering creative American cuisine, craft cocktails, and an extensive wine selection.
Trenta presents a world-inspired local cuisine menu with few boundaries, featuring handmade pastas, locally sourced ingredients and ever-changing specialties of the house. Libations include a noteworthy selection of wine and whiskey, creative craft cocktails and spirits from the world over, while twelve draughts pour rotating International and local craft beer.
Perched on the shore of Rust Pond, Trenta’s restored barn setting, intimate dining room and convivial lounge complete with handcrafted copper bartop and fireside seating harmonize for an atmosphere reminiscent of simpler times–a place to come only to enjoy.
In the lounge enjoy a special bar menu and live entertainment every Thursday Night.
Private function room for up to 50 people.
The Breeze By the Bay, Meredith $$ P. 7
Casual dining with American comfort food, seafood, and cocktails.
Brick Front Restaurant and Lounge, Laconia $$ P. 14
Classic American comfort food, seafood, and a full bar in a relaxed, casual setting.
Brookside Pizza II & The Tap Public House, Belmont $$ P. 15
Casual neighborhood pub serving American comfort food, burgers, and pub classics in a relaxed sportsfriendly atmosphere, with a full bar.
The Common Man Family of Restaurants, Various Locations $-$$ P. 40
New Hampshire based collection of unique locales with classic american comfort food and stong focus on local character and warm hospitality.
El Centenario, Wolfeboro $$ P. 26
Authentic Mexican cuisine from Puebla including tacos, enchilades, and burritos as well as specialty dishes and a full bar menu.
Elvio’s Pizzeria, Moultonboro $$ P. 25
Neighborhood Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza, and classic entrees.
George’s Diner, Meredith $-$$ P. 22
Classic New England diner serving all-day breakfast, homemade soups, and traditional comfort food.
Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante, Meredith $$ P. 13
Family-owned Italian restaurant known for its hand-tossed pizzas, classic pasta, and warm, lively atmosphere in the Mill Falls Marketplace.
Granite Steak & Grill, Rochester $-$$$ P. 22
Classic American with hand-cut steaks, seafood, and hearty entrees in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford $$ P. 12
A variety of slopeside, summit, and base eateries for all occasions.
Kellerhaus, Laconia $ P. 24
Old-fashioned sweet shop experience with homemade chocolates, candies, and ice cream since 1906.
La Familia, Plymouth $-$$ P. 9
Vibrant Mexican food in a welcoming atmosphere, including traditional favorites like tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, and house-made specialties.
Myrna’s Classic Cuisine, Gilford $-$$ P. 19
Italian American dishes in a warm, casual setting, with generous portions, relaxed dining, and madeto-order meals.
Sal’s Birch Bar & Roof Deck, Bridgewater $-$$$ P. 16
At Newfound Lake Inn serving classic New England dining in a relaxed atmosphere.
Nolan’s Brick Oven Bistro, Wolfeboro $$ P. 18
Italian-inspired comfort food, wood-fired brick oven pizza, and fresh pasta.
Pier 19 Country Store, Mirror Lake $ P. 23
Offering a variety of convenience groceries, natural foods, souvenirs, and prepared foods.
The Refinery, Andover $-$$ P. 18
Elevated comfort food, coffee, and creative drinks with a relaxed setting and adjacent market.
Rubbin’ Butts BBQ, Center Harbor $$ P. 3
Smokehouse with authentic southern and Texasstyle barbecue, including slow-smoked ribs, brisket, and more, overlooking the town beach.
Sawyer’s Dairy Bar, Gilford $ P. 17
Homemade ice cream and classic New England seafood since 1945, including staples like lobster rolls, grab and go, and a variety of ice cream flavors and treats.
Shibley’s at the Pier, Alton Bay $$ P. 14
Waterfront American cuisine and full bar in a historic, lively setting.
Trillium Farm to Table, Laconia $$ P. 16
Locally sourced dishes in a fast-casual setting, blending Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and comfort fare.
White Lake Pizza, West Ossipee $ p.24
Casual pizza shop serving hand-tossed pies, subs, and Italian-American comfort food.
Wrap City, Various Locations $ P. 23
NH-Based fast-casual with a wide variety of wraps, sandwiches, salads, & flatbreads.
Yankee Smokehouse $$ P. 25
Barbecue-focused restaurant serving smoked meats, ribs, and Southern-style sides in a casual setting.
Find The Laker and Along Rt. 16 Wherever Your Travels Take You.
Keep exploring beyond the table. The Laker showcases the best of the Lakes Region—from local events and outdoor adventures to places to go and things to do before or after you dine—while Along Rt. 16 travels from the Seacoast to the mountains, highlighting happenings, attractions, and hidden gems along the way. Look for both publications at New Hampshire rest areas and hundreds of local distribution points.
•Full-service
•Views
•Indoor
Very Musical Very Italian & Very Good!
Celebrating 37 Years!
Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, New Hampshire
One of the Lakes Region's most loved restaurants since 1989!
Serving award-winning gourmet pizza, Italian specialties, steak, chicken, and veal-alongside vegetarian, vegan, and gluten—free options. Enjoy soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts complemented by a fabulous wine list, 10 beers on tap & premium spirits.
Lunch and Dinner Daily • Live Music Nightly!
Dine alfresco on the patio overlooking the waterfall at Mill Falls
Reservations are highly recommended and always appreciated.
Call (603) 279-3313 for Reservations & Takeout
Visit giuseppesnh.com for menus, info & live entertainment schedule.
& Tues
NY Sirloin Steak ~ Hand-trimmed, flame-grilled and topped with homemade thin onion rings.
Seafood Combo ~ Shrimp, Scallops, & Haddock -
Baked with our house Ritz seafood stuffing.
Puff Pastry Chicken ~ Chicken breast with bread stuffing, wrapped in puff pastry with an orange cranberry glaze.
Fresh Roasted Turkey ~ Served with bread stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce & gravy.
Check Out Our Daily Specials
Appetizers ~ Soups
Salads ~ Specialty Sandwiches
Burgers ~ Seafood ~ Club Sandwiches & Wraps Lite Fare Choices
The Tap Public House Inc.
Open Daily 11 am - 12 am
Happy Hour 3 pm - 6 pm
Brookside Pizza II
Sun-Thurs 11 am - 9 pm
Fri & Sat 11 am - 10 pm
Daily Specials
Catering Available
The M/S Mount Washington is more than a ship—it’s a tradition. Since the days of the original steam-powered sidewheeler, the “Mount” has been a venue of distinction. Today, we continue that legacy with a renewed commitment to our community and our guests. Step aboard and become part of a story that has been 150 years in the making.
Experience the majesty of the "Big Lake" with our signature narrated tours. Learn the lore and history of Winnipesaukee while enjoying 360-degree mountain views from our expansive open-air decks. Daily departures from Weirs Beach and Wolfeboro, including new “Stay and Play” options at each port.
Visit CruiseNH.com for daily schedules and pricing.
Golden hour on the water is an experience unlike any other. Enjoy a seasonally inspired bu et and dance the night away to a rotating roster of New England’s premier live entertainers. It’s the Lakes Region’s most iconic evening out.
Spring: Select Evenings
Summer: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat Autumn: Fri, Sat, & Some Sundays
Reservations recommended. Book online at CruiseNH.com.
Start your week with our signature Sunday Brunch Cruise, featuring a full spread of favorites. Looking for something more exclusive?
From celebrations on the Winnipesaukee Belle to corporate charters on the Mount, we host the region's most unforgettable private events.
Now booking parties, reunions, and corporate outings for 2026 and beyond.
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Axe & Ale, Gilford $$ P. 8
Casual, crowd-pleasing menu of American favorites, pairing hearty food with a wide drink selection, axe-throwing, in a lively, entertainmentfocused setting.
Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Weirs Beach $$ P. 7
Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, Meredith $$ P. 31
Boutique winery and farm-to-table restaurant with a variety of meals and consistent live music.
Morrissey’s Front Porch, Wolfeboro $$ P. 26
Lakeside, serving burgers, seafood, and pub favorites in a relaxed social atmosphere.
Ellacoya Barn & Grille, Gilford $$ P. 7
Relaxed setting in restored 1840s barn, offering an eclectic menu with steaks, seafood, burgers, and flatbreads.
Frog Rock Tavern, Meredith $$ P. 27
Casual pub with American food in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
Grotto, Plymouth $-$$ P. 29
Lively atmosphere with wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, live music, and a full bar.
Hearty New England seafood, Irish-inspired comfort food alongside a wide selection of desserts & ice cream.
Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, Gilford $-$$ P. 28
Casual tavern serving a wide-ranging menu of pub favorites in family friendly setting.
Phat Boyz Sports Tavern, Plymouth $$ P. 29
Casual sports bar and grill serving wings, burgers, nachos, and tacos in a lively atmosphere.
Revolution Tap Room, Rochester $$ P. 28, 30
Craft beer-focused taproom serving rotating drafts and casual pub snacks in a social, modern space.
Wolfetrap $$ P. 30
Lively waterfront bar and grill known for cocktails, and casual American fare.
It’s where the locals go, so you know ’s good...
Daily 11-9 | Fri. & Saturday 11-10
Farmer’s Kitchen, Farmington $ P. 35
Hearty home-style comfort food with all-day breakfast favorites and classic lunch options, made fresh with simple ingredients and generous portions.
Harmony Coffee House, Wolfeboro $ P. 36
Expertly crafted coffee, fresh pastries, and light breakfast and lunch options.
The Main Street Station, Plymouth $-$$ P. 33
Classic diner with American breakfast and lunch favorites. Known for its friendly service and homestyle comfort food
Goody Good Donuts, Laconia $ P. 36
Family-owned donut shop serving small-batch donuts made fresh daily since 1969, with both classic and creative flavors that sell out early
Lino’s Sanbornville $-$$ P. 34
All-day breakfast and lunch with homemade bread and muffins.
North Station, Rumney $$ p.33
Casual, classic diner with modern American favorites for brunch and breakfast
Tilly Market Café, Belmont $ P. 32
Fresh, health-focused fare from specialty coffee to craft sandwiches in a community-oriented setting.
Water Street Café, Laconia $-$$ P. 32
Neighborhood spot with classic breakfast and lunch favorites.
Café Lafayette Dinner Train, North Woodstock
$$$ P. 37
Scenic fine-dining experience aboard a vintage train through New Hampshire’s White Mountains.
Castle in the Clouds Carriage House Restaurant, Moultonboro, $$-$$$ P. 38
Mountaintop eatery at Castle in the Clouds overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains.
Mount Washington Cruises, Lake Winnipesaukee, $$$ P. 20-21
Departing from several Lakes Region ports, offering narrated sightseeing tours, sunset dinner cruises, and special themed events aboard historic vessels.
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