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    The Big Catch

    3.8 (86 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Bob L.

    Even though there is no indoor seating allowed (who sat inside anyway?) the Catch is open. The clams are as good as ever.

    View from patio looking at Newfound Lake. Lobster salad.
    Gay S.

    Beautiful view from the patios. Yes, cars/ parking lot are in front of patio but still well worth coming. They have waitress serviced patio tables and self serve patio tables. I like that choice. The bar is inside but walls are open so that also looks out to lake .There's a public beach steps away. Our waitress was FANTASTIC! She said they were short on help and that it would be a bit- that was ok- we could admire pristine Newfound Lake. This is a causal place that appears to be very patient with families and lingering customers. Like I said- amazing staff! The lobster salad was great and clam chowder was fresh and delicious. I would definitely go back!

    Mixed Fried Platter - Chicken and Shrimp

    THE BEST FRIED FOOD VALUE IN NEW ENGLAND!!! You can pick any two fried options for just under $20. The shrimp was lightly battered with sweet chili sauce. Also tried the fried clams and scallops from other members of my party which were both also delicious. The portions are fantastic for the price. I ate almost the entire plate and I wasn't left feeling gross because it is all breaded rather lightly but very crispy.

    "Are we really eating ice cream at the lake!?"

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    The Breeze By The Bay

    3.9(36 reviews)
    11.9 mi

    We ate here 3 times during our 13-day stay in the area. It was one of my favorite places. The…read morelocation has some great views of the lake, and it has quite an interesting menu. On our first visit, I had the Beet and Feta Salad with Grilled Salmon. It was fantastic, and one of my favorite meals of the entire trip. The salad was extremely fresh, with greens from local farmers. It was the best lettuce I've ever had, and when I tried to find out what kind it was, I wish told it was spring mix. It didn't look like any spring mix I've ever had, but it was such sweet, delicious and crunchy lettuce. The beets were also great, with both red and golden varieties. The salmon was cooked absolutely perfect. My dining partner got the Duck Confit Tacos. He did not care for that for a number of different reasons. In the first place, it should've been served on a different type of plate, as it was very messy and most of it was falling off the very narrow plate. He doesn't like a lot of mess. It likely would have been better had they left all the toppings off, to add them as you want them. There was way too much on top of the duck, which buried the taste. It was impossible to pick up, and very difficult to eat with a knife and fork. Plus they added too much cheese, and he doesn't like cheese much. It was not a dish he would order again. On our next visit, I had the Seafood Linguine. It came packed with fresh seafood with lots of mussels. It was a very generous portion, with plenty to take home for another meal. My partner had the grilled burger, which he quickly devoured. He said that was one great burger! On our next visit, we stopped in for a late lunch. It was a dreary, rainy day, and the weather was on the cool side. So we opted for soup. My partner got the Clam Chowder and I opted for the French Onion. They both hit the spot. My partner loved that burger so much, he ordered it again. I opted for a Grilled Veggie Sandwich, which was not as good as my salad choice a few nights earlier, but it was OK. All in all, we enjoyed all three of our visits here. I'd be happy to return again when in the area.

    I took my family of five, and while the menu was ok for options including vegan, the execution was…read moreinconsistent, leaning toward poor. Two burgers ordered medium were instead cooked well done, and a veggie bowl with rice was served with the most poorly cooked rice I've ever seen in a restaurant. It was a solid bowl-shaped mound of gummy rice mush. And when I asked if there was a non-dairy alternative to the naan it should have come with, I was told no but I suspect the waiter just didn't want to ask. The restaurant itself was nice enough, but we were seated near the bar, which was noisier than I would have preferred. (Mostly from the very chatty bartender) I'm sure they would have preferred being told at the time, but I wasn't interested in sending back 3 out of 5 meals. But eating out has gotten too expensive to accept meals that poor. It was $190 with tip for five. (No alcohol, but 3 mocktails) My son liked the Thai salmon.

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    3.9(252 reviews)
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    Heading south off of Route 93, from the White Mountains, we stopped off in Ashland, NH an hour…read moreaway, for a late lunch. Happy to know this is the original, Common Man, who serve dinner ALL DAY! All the food I've eaten at any Common Man is very good. The Yankee Pot Roast is a favorite of mine. But, the chicken pot pie they make called to me. Their buttery, pie crust was flaky & stuffed with pieces of chicken and veggies. Bar none the best I've ever eaten. Our server was right on top of our needs. She had a good sense of humor and knew the menu well. Her knowledge was appreciated. We weren't rushed. The interior was charming & clean. There was a full bar down stairs in a room on its own. Another smaller bar is upstairs. Both floors had plenty of dining tables. Cheese and crackers were set up to help yourself. Eating at a table, on the roof top patio was a real treat. The view was sweet, seeing the Common Man's, Country Store & ice-cream shop. This Main Street area has charm. It was such a relaxing treat before getting home. Thank you, Common Man!

    Came here with my mom for lunch. What a great restaurant! They offer free cheese and crackers which…read moreis a nice touch. I liked the herbed cheese. Our host and servers were all so friendly and helpful. Mom got a Cobb salad and I got sweet corn ravioli with chicken and red peppers and a cream sauce. We both enjoyed everything.

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    Hooked Seafood Restaurant

    Hooked Seafood Restaurant

    4.3(478 reviews)
    45.6 mi
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    It was 5/1/26 in the evening. We were visiting this cute, quaint town because my best friend…read moregraduated with her BS from SNHU. On every website we searched, Hooked was the #1 rating. That settled it; we had to try it. Out of sheer excitement or exhaustion, we forgot to make a reservation. I quickly remembered this mistake as we entered Hooked. People filled every table and seat at the bar. I looked at my bestie with great concern because we were anticipating our first meal of the day. The hostess welcomed us warmly, and then she asked the dreadful question, "Do y'all have a reservation?" We sadly said no, and she immediately began to express regret. Maybe it was the "Grad2026" headband or the disappointment on our faces that caused her to have pity on us because she told us to wait one second. The hostess walked to the bar, then she went to the main seating area, lastly she went next door where there's additional seating. She returned with a smile and motioned for us to follow her. The hostess found us seats at the bar! We ordered, chatted with the locals, and ate a delicious meal. We even made room for dessert which we learned was made by the owner, the hostess! Whenever we visit New Hampshire again, we're definitely stopping by Hooked!

    Okay so I came here on a graduation night with no reservation on a hope and a prayer... I'm…read moreassuming the owner was the lady who came to tell me it was reservation only and there was nothing they could do. I was heart broken but it was my own undoing as I djdnt make a reservation. Just as I was opening yelp to find another place to try she came and got me from outside as a spot opened up! That's service! And I won't forget it. All the staff was very kind and she checked in with me several times during my meal to make sure it was going well. The ambiance is a little noisy but it's a raw bar that has sports on. The food is delicious. I could have eaten the Cippino forever! The broth was a complex delicious and perfectly spiced tomato base. The seafood was plentiful and large sized. I have never seen shrimp so big! I also ate oysters and had an amazing home made peaches and cream cheese cake. Listen I don't really like cheese cake but I could eat that cake everyday for the rest of my life. Everything from start to finish once I sat down. Was delicious and the staff was very kind. This food was fired fresh in the kitchen. I could see if from my bar seat. So if it took a little bit it was worth it! I'd eat here the next time I'm in Manchester 10/10

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    3.4(43 reviews)
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    We hiked all day and then found a local place to have dinner. Village local kitchen is located off…read moreof Lake street, on Bristol Nh. They have a large lot, a wheel chair accessible entrance, I nice large bar, and a good size dinning room. It's very cute and well done inside. We entered and were asked if we wanted take out or dine in. Our server was Tina, and she was fantastic. We got two apps, and then we each got dinner as well. Their wings were fantastically delicious. Their ranch was bomb! They seemed to be doing a lot of take out, and were pretty busy even though we were alone on the dining room. I got the mob quad Italian and omg! Delicious. My sister got the chicken sandwich and I was jealous of that as well. My mom got the BLT. Everyone was happy! I asked the server how long they'd been open, and she said "about a year". So they are still new and need some good word of mouth. So I a here to say, if you live in the area, swing in. They do dine in, take out and have a full bar. Tina was awesome ! She asked us to write a review, if we didn't mind. We didn't mind, and it was not just because she asked us too! I like to yelp, and it's always amazing when, I do not have to fib or tell white lies. This place has some great food. The only thing missing, is loaded Nachos! Tina !! You rock babe!!!

    Not the best, not the worst. Certainly expensive, $23 for a large pepperoni. Sauce, crust, cheese…read moreall mediocre.

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