Lake Sunapee Restaurants
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1. Ariana's
$$$ | |With its stone fireplace, cathedral ceiling, and rustic-elegant barnlike interior, this inviting restaurant in the venerable Lyme Inn turns out farm-fresh modern American fare with international influences. Try the blackened scallops with an orange-chili-butter sauce or sliced-duck salad with shaved fennel and a ginger dressing, before moving on to herb-crusted swordfish with a saffron-sherry butter sauce.
1 Market St., Lyme, New Hampshire, 03768, USA603-353-4405Known For
- Five-course prix-fixe chef dinners
- A well-curated wine list
- Peaceful setting in a historic hamlet
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. -
2. Oak & Grain
$$$$ | |The refined yet relaxed restaurant in the historic Inn at Pleasant Lake makes a splendid destination for a special occasion dinner, or simply to savor a delicious brunch in the window-lined dining room or out on the patio—both areas have views of the lake in the near distance. The kitchen here turns out artfully plated contemporary fare, such as grilled octopus with Spanish chorizo and a smoked-paprika vinaigrette, and sea scallops with a ginger-citrus chimichurri.
853 Pleasant St., New London, New Hampshire, 03257, USA603-873–4833Known For
- Pretty lake views
- Knowledgeable, friendly service
- Locally sourced meats and seafood
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch, Reservations essential -
3. Base Camp
$$ | |This inviting restaurant in the lower level of a downtown retail-dining complex serves authentic, prepared-to-order Nepalese cuisine. Start with an order of momos (steamed dumplings) bursting with buffalo, paneer-and-spinach, wild boar, or several other fillings, and then try one of the easily shared tarkari (tomato-based) curries or chilies, offered with an extensive variety of meats and vegetables, from goat and duck to sweet potato and mushroom.
3 Lebanon St., Hanover, New Hampshire, 07355, USA603-643--2007Known For
- Everything can be prepared from mild to very spicy
- Plenty of meatless options
- Helpful, friendly staff
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4. Blue Loon Bakery
$ | |Have a seat in this cheerful bakery's sunny seating nooks or out on the back patio, while you savor an egg-cheddar croissant, house-made granola, a Brie-fig-apple baguette, or one of the delectable pastries or cakes. Favorite treats include maple-pumpkin pie, seasonal fruit tarts, raspberry scones, and praline sticky buns.
12 Lovering La., New London, New Hampshire, 03257, USA603-526–2892Known For
- Savory artisan breads
- Fresh-baked pies
- Picnic supplies for nearby hiking and beach adventures
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner -
5. Latham House Tavern
$$ | |This convivial, easygoing gastropub in historic Lyme's rambling Dowd's Country Inn—which also has pleasant guest accommodations—features an impressive list of New England craft beers as well as an enticing selection of reasonably priced comfort fare. Favorites include the half-pound house burger topped with bacon and a beer–smoked gouda fondue, and the confit-pork poutine with a chipotle-cider barbecue sauce.
9 Main St., Lyme, New Hampshire, 03768, USA603-795–9995Known For
- Elevated pub fare
- Interesting list of beers on tap
- Warmly lighted dining room with beam ceiling
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
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6. Lou's Restaurant
$ | |A Hanover tradition since 1947, this diner-cum-café-cum-bakery serves possibly the best breakfast in the valley, with favorites that include blueberry-cranberry buttermilk pancakes, and corned beef brisket hash with free-range poached eggs. Or just grab a seat at the old-fashioned soda fountain for a juicy burger and an ice-cream sundae.
30 S. Main St., Hanover, New Hampshire, 03755, USA603-643–3321Known For
- Colorful mix of locals and Dartmouth folks
- Fresh-baked pastries and brownies
- Breakfast served all day
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
7. Murphy's On the Green
$$ | |Students, visiting alums, and locals regularly descend on this wildly popular pub, which has walls lined with shelves of old books. The varied menu features burgers and salads as well as meat loaf, lobster mac and cheese, and vegetarian dishes like crispy-tofu pad Thai and house-smoked tofu street tacos.
5 Main St., Hanover, New Hampshire, 03755, USA603-643–7777Known For
- Sourcing ingredients from local farms
- Good people-watching
- Extensive beer list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.–Wed. -
8. Peter Christian's Tavern
$$ | |Exposed beams, wooden tables, a smattering of antiques, and half shutters on the windows make the amiable Peter Christian's a cool summer oasis and a warm winter haven. From shepherd's pie to seafood and grits with lobster butter, the flavorful comfort fare relies heavily on seasonal ingredients. The owners also operate the eight-room Edgewood Inn, above the restaurant.
195 N. Main St., New London, New Hampshire, 03257, USA603-526–2964Known For
- Outstanding seafood chowder
- Well-curated craft-beer and wine selection
- Dog-friendly patio
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9. Sanctuary Dairy Farm Ice Cream
$ | |Enjoy a scoop or two of rich homemade ice cream at this 10th-generation dairy farm a couple of miles from Lake Sunapee. Interesting flavors like hazelnut, lemon cookie, and maple pecan keep regulars coming back for more, but the barnyard with adorable goats, bunnies, and other critters is almost as big a draw. Although the scoop shop is open only seasonally, you can drop by the solar-powered farmstand year-round.
209 Rte. 103, Sunapee, New Hampshire, 03782, USA603-863–8940Known For
- Cute barnyard animals to feed
- Seating in picturesque pasture
- Unusual ice-cream flavors
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: shop closed mid-Oct.–late May -
10. Suna
$$ | |On a wooded country road just up the hill from Lake Sunapee, this lively little bar and bistro is great for a romantic meal or a relaxed bite after a day on the water or the mountain. The eclectic menu features a mix of classic American and Continental dishes with creative touches. Consider starting with the lobster-asparagus flatbread, before graduating to beer-battered fish-and-chips with Creole tartar sauce, or a New York prime strip steak with bacon-parmesan Brussels sprouts.
6 Brook Rd., Sunapee, New Hampshire, 03782, USA603-843–8998Known For
- Excellent craft cocktails
- Lively après-ski scene
- Sublime desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch -
11. Wildwood Smokehouse
$$ | |The hulking metal smoker outside this Old West–inspired tavern with high pressed-tin ceilings, chandeliers, and red Victorian wallpaper hints at the delicious barbecue served inside. Plates heaped with ribs, beef brisket, pulled chicken, and smoked bratwurst reveal the considerable skill of Wildwood's pit master, and plenty of tasty sides are offered, too, from mac and cheese to dirty rice. It's a short walk from Lake Sunapee Harbor.
45 Main St., Sunapee, New Hampshire, 03782, USA603-763–1178Known For
- Pecan pie
- "hog wings" (pork shanks in barbecue sauce)
- Popular early evening happy hour
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
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