It's a winery. It's a farm to table restaurant. It's an historical homestead. It's a family run business. The owners, Rick and Candi Ireland, took time to chat with our party and made us feel welcome. They've renovated the spaces beautifully! What more can you want? We made reservations both times, but arrived an hour early to sample wine flights and enjoy the live music on the porch. The wines are amazingly complex and deliciously drinkable for New Hampshire. We are Napa lovers, and still enjoyed quite a few of the whites and reds that Candi creates herself. The food is farm to table, seasonal, fresh. Scallops on sweet potato gnocchi one week, braised short rib the next. Both yummy. I think both dishes needed a touch more seasoning, but you can taste the love. The servers are probably the nicest, most attentive anywhere in the state. We had a party of four, then eight the next time and both servers didn't miss a beat. The grounds are lovely. On a warm, sunny day, you can sit outside to enjoy your flights and apps. The bar inside and another sitting area looked cozy for those chilly days. The 1756 house has a lot of history. One tidbit: Grace Metalious wrote Peyton Place on the site. Go. Enjoy some of the best people, wine, food and history that New Hampshire has to offer. read more

The food was... not great. Not terrible either. Technically edible, which I suppose is still the baseline humanity has agreed upon for restaurants. But probably one of my least favorite meals I've had in a while. I started with the crab rangoon nachos, and honestly, those were the highlight. Definitely different than I expected, but surprisingly good. For my entrée, I got steak, fries, and Asian slaw. The steak itself was tender, and fries are pretty hard to ruin unless you actively resent potatoes, but the overall flavor was just... weird. Not awful, just a mix of spices or seasoning that didn't really work for me. I wouldn't be excited to order it again. Dessert was a Nutella-stuffed cookie pie thing that I split with a friend, and I swear we almost needed an axe to cut into it. Points for durability, I guess. lmao read more

Had the Sunday brunch after an on site yoga event. The food was awesome. I had the breakfast bowl and my wife had the Aavocado toast. Both dishes were fresh and just the right amount of food without leaving you stuffed. Sat outside on the deck for a great view and weather. Owner is a gracious and friendly person who goes out of her way to greet people and make sure they have what they need. Their serving staff has to be the friendliest and most personable people I've encountered in a restaurant. Can't recommend this place enough for a true hidden gem. read more

We were driving up to Laconia when I saw a random sign for this place. We arrived for brunch on Sunday around noon and the kitchen was backed up due to some larger parties so we waited for a little at the bar. The bartender and owner, Rick, told us their story and how they had actually just begun doing food and brunch-- what a coincidence we had just seen the sign during our drive! The drinks were great and the conversation even better. We were seated 15ish minutes later on the porch. The wait staff were so pleasant, and the menu is reasonably priced and diverse enough that it doesn't just feel like normal breakfast food. I had the sausage gravy on the biscuit and it was phenomenal. My boyfriend enjoyed the ricotta eggs and a side of bacon that was wonderfully sweet and smokey. We were so excited to have stumbled into this place due to a random little state sign, and our only complaint is that it isn't closer to where we live! TLDR: a must visit if you're anywhere in the area! read more

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After a wonderful lunch experience during the weekday, I decided to bring my family for brunch at the Gilmanton Winery & Vineyard. They did not disappoint. Their service was again top grade, kind, respectful, and professional. The food and drinks were also great. I definitely recommend this place if you want an excellent experience. read more

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We absolutely love this place! They have the best wine, especially their Chardonnay. When they closed to renovate for the new restaurant, we hoarded bottles like the apocalypse because we like it so much. The new restaurant is fantastic! Romantic and chill vibes, perfect for family dinner or a date night. The food was so good that I didn't even remember to take a picture of my entree. Highly recommend the Sausage and Mushroom Ravioli! read more

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We had the most wonderful Easter Brunch at Gilmanton Winery and Restaurant! Everything from start to finish was absolutely perfect. The food was delicious beautifully prepared, fresh, and full of flavor and the menu offered a great variety that made it hard to choose just one thing. The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for in a New Hampshire winery quaint, cozy, and incredibly inviting. It felt both special and relaxed, making it the perfect setting for a holiday brunch. The staff was welcoming and attentive, adding to the overall experience without ever feeling rushed. You can really tell they take pride in what they do. We'll definitely be back highly recommend for anyone looking for a charming spot with amazing food and a warm, welcoming vibe! read more

What a beautiful location! We were a party of 4 and this was our first time at this location. The food was fantastic right down to the lemon bar for dessert. The server was very pleasant but extremely slow. We will definitely go again and this time we will wait for a table on the porch. read more

Food, service and ambience excellent! We will be regulars! Fun and delicious tasting menu. read more

We went to dinner on Friday night and sat on the porch. It was a beautiful setting. The menu was out with small plates and entrées. There was a nice wine list and beers also. Our Peace Pinot Grigio was very nice. The food was delicious and very well presented. But best of all was our waiter who made our night best wishes to this young man on his future. read more

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An amazing cozy place with fabulous food and great staff. The menu changes every so often which is interesting too.

We were up in Gimanton this week and visited this winery two times. Priced fairly and both the food and wine was solid. We bought a bottle to bring home. We chatted with the owner who was very personable. Nice spot to try. Thanks for everything! read more

Absolutely amazing!!!!! The flights are great, the place is beautiful and the service is hands down the best so far. The flights are a must try, each of the wines we tried were amazing. We tried two flights, one was the premium and the other was the classic. We also had their charcuterie board which I have to say was awesome a perfect addition with the flights. They also have wines for sale and winery merchandise as well. read more

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Great place for a fun afternoon with the girls. The samples were set up as a flight, lots of different fruit flavors. Our favorite part of the visit was hanging out with Major. read more

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Sunday brunch was awesome! All the courses were freshly cooked & delicious. We sat outside on a beautiful day overlooking the vineyard, drinking wine, dining on a variety of brunch items, it was so relaxing we didn't want to leave. The wine was great too, can't say enough good things about Gilmanton Winery & Vineyard! Our 4 legged host, Major, was very friendly & excited to meet us, and his 2 legged coworkers were very accommodating too. read more

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I think it's really cool that they were able to convert the house of Grace Metalious into a winery. Wine was delicious and the local made cheese was so delicious and the strawberries were delicious as well! Amazing all around ! read more

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My families first visit to Gilmanton and the winery. We enjoyed their 5 course Sunday Brunch which was filling and came with great service. We then tried a sampling of their wines. Many were too sweat for our taste, but they were interesting. read more

We love Gilmanton Winery. Brunches are great, suppers are great, wine is awesome. We loved it so much we decided to have our wedding there. Marshall and Sunny are the absolute bomb. 10 stars! read more

What a cute place and atmosphere. Definitely small with a smaller tasting room. The owners wife helped us. She brought the tastings to us to allow us to sit on the patio and enjoy the nice weather. The wines are good, more on the sweet side, as they have a large list of dessert wines. The owner is a retired marine and showed us around the farm. They absolutely love what they do and it just warms your heart to see such happy people enjoying every day. Their pig loves her belly rubbed. :) read more

I really enjoyed the Sunday Brunch here! As someone who lists brunch in her top 5 favorite activities, I'd say this is a unique one and a must-try if you're in the area! First, it's at a winery, which is pretty neat! I believe they do tastings after the brunch, or during their regular tasting room hours - didn't get to try this, so I'll have to be back. This place just happens to have the distinction of being the home of Peyton Place, which adds some extra interest. The restaurant itself is very cozy and charming. It felt super luxurious being fireside with a multi-course brunch and delicious mimosa. Second, it's an incredible deal! Instead of a buffet or a la carte, it's family-style set menu. Everything is great, and you can order more of what you like if you need or want more. The fruit dip was so yummy! I also really liked the french toast, even though I'm a pancakes-type person. I definitely left here stuffed! Third the service is awesome! They're very attentive and super friendly here. We got to talk to the owner (who is also the cook), which was really fun - lots of great stories and it was interesting to hear the backstory of how they started with the alpacas and vineyard. I'll be back for the wine tasting next time I'm in the area! read more

Attended a private function (wedding) at this vineyard. The setting was glorious - both the property and the views. Their wines were available at the open bar and we sampled a variety. I found them to be quite good, and I'm not someone who drinks US or local wines (preferring New Zealand ones instead). Have to say, I'll be buying some of their fruity wines (with flavors such as blueberry, cranberry, raspberry/chocolate). If you are up that region, I encourage you to check it out. read more

Stopped in for the Sunday brunch served family style. Party of four. Excellent food. Great staff. Met and talked to the owners. Good down to earth people. Did the 6 wine tasting. Awesome wine. This is a hidden gem located right in my back yard . I'll be back read more

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Classic New Hampshire spot. Good time/ good wine. We walked in and were the only ones at the time and had great service and great staff! More than willing to talk and discuss the wine and cheese board! We recommend the artisan board! read more

I had a nice experience but I was uncomfortable that staff members did not wear masks.

Lovely establishment! Stopped in on a Friday afternoon with my father and had a delightful wine flight on the porch a beautiful sunny, autumn day. The wines are interesting but something to come by and try. The owners and staff are very friendly! I highly recommend stopping by if you find yourself in the area on a nice day! read more

Best place for bunch! The food was awesome and the owners and staff are do friendly !! Come for the wine tasting! read more

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This is my second review of this fine establishment. In early March, I attended "Girl's NIght Out". The theme was dinner and a movie and the dinner had a chocolate theme. There were several courses all of which contained some form of chocolate. The first course was a chocolate fondue. The chocolate was deep and rich. The dippers includes strawberries, tangerines, pound cake, and breadsticks. Along with this course was a home-made garlic infused oil with homemade bread. The salad included candied nuts along with a dressing with a wee bit of chocolate incorporated. The food was phenomenal. The next courses included meatballs with a balsamic reduction sauce, a panko breaded chicken serve with fettucini alfredo with a white chocolate sauce. Dessert was a most delectable chocolate concoction of a brownie, white cream, chocolate cake, and chocolate ganache served with a cherry sauce. The food was incredible. This hidden gem is a great place to enjoy fabulous food in an intimate atmosphere. Enjoy! read more

What a great place They will do anything for you if they can Food is home style good and way more than enough to fill most to overflowing We went in for brunch, and the fried dough ( oh god sooo good) on the pastry plate . Then there was the egg dish, maple plate, fresh fruit plate, and finally if your not full then there is always desert. If you like great food and warm friendly people then this is the place. read more

Had brunch and wine tasting! What an amazing place, amazing warmth, amazing food, amazing staff! Overall 5 stars is way to little for this Gem! Should be rated 10!!!! read more

I am so happy we found this place! My husband and I just tried Sunday brunch at the winery this past week, and it was AMAZING! Not only was the food delicious but it was truly an experience to remember. The portions are plenty and the mimosas are super yummy! You can't beat a 5 course brunch by fireside in a cozy wooded room, I'll take it over a crowded diner with vinyl seats anyday! Next try, lunch and dinner, trust me you won't regret giving this place a try! read more

Been here a couple times. One of my favorite wineries in N.H.! Great and unique wine selections and friendly staff. Recently went for their brunch, service was slow but the five course meal was worth it! Yum read more

Recently had the pleasure of visiting the Gilmanton Winery & Vineyard for a private event. Appetizers were very nice as was the variety of wines. Really liked the atmosphere. Have heard compliments about their brunch. After being there and seeing how nice the place is, brunch there is definitely on my list. read more

Good food, beautiful setting, really personable staff- with the trip!

Dinner with my book club was wonderful Started with a wine tasting Dinner was very good It was a set price and very reasonable The staff is very friendly and helpful read more

How did I ever forget to write a review of this delightful hidden gem? I went for brunch this last summer and we picked the most perfect day while sitting on the farmer's porch. Brunch, cooked to order, is a fixed five course menu-fresh fruit and nuts w/yogurt dipping sauce, fried dough, French toast w/bacon, scrambled eggs w/sausage over sweet rolls and homefries and dessert and if you are still hungry, you can get seconds! Part of the wait staff is Sonny, who kept her husband, Marshall, the chef, in line, not once, but a couple of times. Marshall is a talker with some good stories and we'd probably still be there, if it wasn't for Sonny. read more

I have been coming here for the past 4 years for brunch and dinner! Wonderful food, lovely atmosphere! Sunny and Marshall make great company too! Can't wait for my next visit! read more

Held my rehearsal dinner here, ellen and sunny did an excellent job. food and atmosphere were great

Brunch! On a beautiful Sunday, we just finished brunch at Gilmanton Winery. Great food, reasonable price, friendly owner-chef and staff, in a fantastic country setting. The world needs more of this! And they raise alpacas! read more

We came for Sunday brunch and had a fantastic time. The service, the setting - we were able to eat on the farmers porch, with birds singing overlooking the vineyard. It was girls day out and this was perfect! Enjoyed the staff and owner/chef/wine maker. Wine is delicious. I plan to bring my mom back. I was astonished at 7 course breakfast and the cost was $16.00!!!! Anywhere else 7 courses served one at a time would cost you $25 or more. Great price. Wines are $15 per bottle and the tasting is $3.50 plus keep the glass. Can't wait to bring hubby for a romantic Friday night dinner. The service is unbelieveable and everyone is just so friendly and love meeting people. They were all sweethearts to us and the food YUM. read more

Brunch was great. 5 course meal delivered and cooked by the owners. We sat outside on the porch. Beautiful Sunday morning. We did not feel rushed, Portion are plentiful and if you want seconds just ask. read more