Renowned for dishes created by equally renowned chefs, their elegant dining rooms, famous pastries, breads and desserts, these certified "Best" establishments feature the finest foods and atmosphere in all of New Hampshire Grand.
Just where you will find such a dish can be as varied as the dining room of one of our grand hotels, through the door of an adorable French bakery or even a converted sugar house.
Whether you want to dress up for fine dining or enjoy the morning paper with a croissant and cappuccino, whatever your taste, you'll find it on our certified Best of the New Hampshire Grand.
The secret is out about the raspberry pie! Known for being a "local hangout" situated just north of Berlin, the Northland Restaurant and Dairy Bar has over 50 years of perfecting their homemade ice cream, entrées and desserts. This is a perfect place for a casual meal with the whole family in a great atmosphere, trumped only by the wonderful service and good food. Phone: (603) 752-6210 Address: 1826 Riverside Drive, Berlin, NH 03570
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Mangia! Feel welcomed as you step into a little piece of Italy situated in downtown Gorham. A trip to the counter yields a wide array of paninis, including the "Spicy Sophi" with salami, pepperoni, green olives and more grilled on homemade focaccia bread. Looking for a sub on this trip? Enjoy an Egg Plant Parmesan on tasty French bread. Another best-kept secret of the Grand North is the Saladino's dulce (dessert), like the Chocolate Truffle Bomb, Homemade Cannoli or six different kinds of Biscotti.
For a gourmet picnic during your visit to the Grand North, browse the market for their large selection of pastas, sauces, and Mrs. Saladino's latest find of a succulent olive oil to enhance any recipe for bruschetta.
"Mismatched elegance" perfectly describes the atmosphere at Libby's Bistro with beautifully romantic lighting and intimate dining options. The Bistro consists of four restored dining rooms that previously housed a bank. Vaults, safes and thick brick walls are utilized to enhance the atmosphere while focusing on the building's history.
As for the food, word can't say enough. "Boneless Breast of Duck au Poivre" or "New Bedford Cod" with pine nuts, a rosemary and parmesan garlic demi, pancetta, baby spinach, and polenta are just a few of the fabulous entrées offered at the Bistro. Liz Jackson, a student of the internationally known Julia Child, and her husband Steve own and operate this little piece of elegance on Main Street in Gorham.
In addition to the day to day offerings of the Bistro, cooking classes are available with Liz during select times of the year. Learn a new technique, try some excellent food and have some fun in the kitchen!
Breakfast can't go wrong with seven different ways to enjoy eggs benedict. Just a short stroll through picture perfect Exchange Street in Gorham will lead you to one of the cutest breakfast establishments in the Grand North. The café was voted "Best Baked Beans" in 2007 by the readers of NH Magazine, and continually receives local endorsement for their smashies (a tasty creation consisting of grilled mashed potato) which comes as a side choice for each dish.
Immersed in local history, the Moonbeam Café now occupies the site of one of the first bath houses in Gorham. The bath house served clients who took advantage of the scenic train ride to the White Mountains of New Hampshire to enjoy a vacation or prove themselves as loggers in the forests. The cafe's china cabinet was once a barber's counter and the mirrors on the pillars were for gentlemen who wished to shave. Phone: (603) 466-5549 Address: 19 Exchange Street, Gorham, NH 03581
When it comes to accolades for this Certified Best of New Hampshire Grand, the list goes on and on. The Omni Mount Washington was noted the "Best Restaurant for Wine" in Wine Spectator (2007), the "Award of Excellence" by the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (2007-2009) and was noted again in Wine Spectator for "Award of Excellence" (2008-2009).
Formal breakfast and dinner are served in an elegant setting with sweeping views of Mount Washington. The innovative menu changes nightly but remains true to the traditional New England culinary approach.
Mountain View Grand fosters a true commitment to quality service for their guests and a sense of community for the area around them. This commitment results in the beautiful works of culinary masterpieces originating straight from the gardens of the locals.
The Mountain View Grand has five elegant dining options with exceptional service. The resort's Wine Cellar houses 9,000 bottles of domestic and international wine and a gourmet Chef to prepare an exceptional multi-course meal. Outside meals more your fancy? Relax with tea and decadent pastries on the Veranda as you enjoy the view of the picturesque hillsides of Whitefield. The main dining rooms offers four course gourmet meals featuring entrées like fresh pork tenderloin with caramelized pears and Cipolini onions complete with an outdoor view of the bubbling rock pond. www.mountainviewgrand.com Phone: 1-866-484-3843 Address: Mountain View Road, Whitefield, NH 03598
Every element of the Balsams Grand Resort embraces a picturesque elegance. From the shores of Lake Gloriette to the sparkle of the fine china, this resort promises a Grand experience.
The dining options at the Balsams are just a grand. Savor a glass of wine and Club House Caprice with fresh mozzarella, basil, tomato and grilled Tuscan bread atop the Donald Ross designed golf course at the Panorama Grille. Later in the evening, enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the main dining room with featured entrées like the Poached Atlantic Swordfish Fillet with sun dried tomato couscous and passion fruit beurre blanc. www.thebalsams.com Phone: 1-877-225-0600 Address: Cold Spring Road, Dixville Notch, NH 03576
Every morning dozens of locals make their way to the little French bakery on Main Street for their selection of freshly baked baguettes, rolls and assorted breads. Men and women meander along the baskets holding the baked goods while children make their way to the counter for the homemade chocolate wrapped neatly with colorful bows.
The atmosphere is colorful with inviting seating, making Le Rendezvous the perfect meeting spot. Pop in for lunch to have "un petite salad", which by definition isn't all that small, or a hot cup of coffee with a friend. Phone: (603) 237-5150 Address: 121 Main Street, Colebrook, NH 03576
The rustic character and elegance at the Rainbow Grille is unmistakably unique. Named Yankee Magazine's Editor's Choice in 2008 and listed as the "area's stand-out dining" by The Boston Globe, this stylish restaurant thrives on excellent food paired with the perfect glass of wine.
Relax as you enjoy your meal by the glowing fireplace and beautiful view of Pittsburg's Back Lake, where loons are typically seen floating by the lodge windows. Start with an appetizer of a hardwood smoked boneless trout, followed by a center cut "Rainbow Grille Fillet." Be sure to save room for one of the several choices of dessert, baked on-site by the restaurant's skillful Chefs. www.rainbowgrille.com Phone: (603) 538-9556 Address: 609 Beach Road, Pittsburg, NH 33592
Classy, comfortable and one of the best restaurants in New Hampshire's North Country. Named after the welcoming wooden carved icon of "Murphy the Bear" on Route 3, Murphy's Steakhouse brings flavor and color to the shores of First Connecticut Lake.
Take pleasure in a meal from the outdoor lake view patio, starting with fried golden calamari or a steaming crock of onion soup. As an entrée, taste the beauty of the Pasta Primavera or the Certified Angus Strip Steak Au Poivre. For the younger ones dining out, Murphy's makes it affordable with a perfect Grilled Cheese that comes with a beverage and ice cream. Murphy's Steakhouse on the Web! Phone: (603) 538-9995 Address: 3329 North Main Street, Pittsburg, NH 03592
The best place to go for an old fashioned hearty New England breakfast. The Waterwheel Restaurant is located on Route 2 in Jefferson at the base of the Presidential Mountain Range. A popular stop for hikers on their way to the mountains or families on their way to Santa's Village, the Waterwheel has something to appease any appetite. Locals say that the fluffy pancakes larger than the plate are good with real maple syrup and bacon, but we'll let you be the judge. For those on their way out of town, a "must stop" is the real functioning waterwheel in action outside the front door. Be sure to buy a souvenir from the gift shop for the loved ones at home. Phone: (603) 586-4313 Address: Route 2, Presidential Highway, Jefferson, NH 03583
A cup of great coffee and a bestseller - it's a novel idea and that's why book lovers and coffee aficionados head to the White Mountain Cafe and Bookstore. You won't find another independent bookstore in Coos County and when you can also choose from fresh-roasted organic coffees, breakfast, lunches and pastries, you have a great way to unwind by yourself or with your friends. While you nourish your body, nourish your soul, perusing the region's most thorough collection of local and regional authors in the North Country, along with White Mountain guides and maps. The kids will love the colorful children's section with educational toys, puzzles and books. And before you head back out to your adventures, do something nice for someone else and then record your good deed on the Karma Board, for what goes around, comes around, as you will again to the White Mountain Cafe and Bookstore. www.whitemountaincafe.com Phone: (603) 466-2511 Address: 212 Main St.,Gorham, NH 03581
