So close to being excellent. Airline Chicken needs more sauce and salt. Lacking a little punch but good. The tenderness of the Chicken was superb. Beet Salad needs goat cheese and/or walnuts to get that going. Dressing was ok but lacked deep flavor. Overall good food but so close to being excellent. read more

My boyfriend and I were visiting the Keene area for vacation and stumbled upon this restaurant while searching for dinner places. The ambience of the restaurant is elegant but also cozy. We started off with drinks - I got the seasonal appletini and my boyfriend got a gin. I got the seasonal beet salad which was very good. For entrees I got the braised beef short rib which was amazing! (Absolutely no notes on that dish). My boyfriend got the papardelle with house made pasta. Normally he salts all his food and he didn't even salt his pasta dish and he said it was delicious. For dessert we had the tiramisu which was good. Overall 5/5 Highly recommend and we will definitely make it a point to come back if we are in the area again! read more

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I love Yelp! As you might guess, I use it whenever I need to find a new place to eat, which is frequently the case if I am dining out of town. So, we used Yelp recently when we decided to spend a holiday weekend in Keene to hit the area's gravel/dirt bike trails.  Granita Enoteca ranked highly in our search results, so we made reservations for Sunday night. Not surprisingly, the Yelp reviews were spot on -- this place is fantastic.  The restaurant is located in an office building just off the center of town, which seems odd at first, but as soon as you walk in the door, there's no doubt you are in a fine dining restaurant. The only thing I noticed about the strange choice of location was that the A/C vents are in a single straight row in the ceiling, so you're either going to be cool or not, depending on where you sit.  We started with the Meatball Appetizer. What I loved about them was that they were 'crisp' (nicely browned) on the outside, and juicy and tender on the inside. The marinara was very, very good. And there was a generous amount of parmesan -- but not too much. My date had the Pesto Pasta with Peas. I had the Lamb Chops with Polenta and fava Beans. And we share a side of pureed potatoes. We LOVED every element of each dish. The flavors were exquisite!  We sat at the bar, as we often do (we prefer to sit next to one another vs across a table from each other), and the bartender was attentive and friendly. Plus, he made an excellent Rye Manhattan exactly as I asked (very dry & very cold).  We can't wait to go back to Keene so that we can go to Granita Enoteca! read more

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We had another great meal hear, celebrating our anniversary with son, d-i-l and grandchildren. The service was superb, attentive to the picky diets of the youngest grandson but also the customary excellent cooking for the grownups. The kids loved the meatball appetizer but also the olives and labneh. I had the mafaldine for my primi and the very flavorful chicken breast in a rich sauce with mushrooms. The spicy daily dose was a pleasure to sip throughout my meal Two of the adults had wine flights. Others in the party had short ribs and scallops serves in a risottto; the older grandson liked his vegetarian risotto. The waiter brought out a round of prosecco to toast our anniversary, while some of us also had dessert wines (there was a long list) and read more

We've been to Granite Enoteca twice now: once with a reservation and once without. The staff where very friendly and accommodating. Now compared to other restaurants in the area, this is absolutely pricey, but the food & cocktails are outstanding. The atmosphere is definitely more intimate, and more high-end for this region, but I've seen customers in clean tshirts, Birkenstocks, etc. I was disappointed to learn in between our visits that they no longer offer entree sized pasta portions, but I just viewed that as an opportunity to save room for dessert. read more

Absolutely terrific. Granita is the kind of place that reminds you why going out to dinner can still feel special. The salmon special was out of this world -- hands down the best salmon I've ever had in my life, and I love salmon. Raised in Norway with sustainable ocean farming, cooked perfectly, and treated with the respect great ingredients deserve. You can immediately tell the chef truly knows her ingredients and the farmers behind them. The lamb osso buco was delicate, rich, and deeply flavorful -- beautifully prepared and incredibly satisfying. My mother ordered the duck and couldn't stop talking about it, especially the parsnip purée, which she said was the best she's ever had. From start to finish, everything was thoughtful, balanced, and delicious. Wonderful food, knowledgeable cooking, and a dining experience that feels both elevated and welcoming. We'll absolutely be back. read more

This restaurant has a very nice upscale look. The restaurant is basically on the main road, but tucked back a bit in a cozy spot. It is perfect for a nice date night, celebrating an occasion or if you are seeking an elevated meal experience for the night. The tables are lovely, I sat in a booth closer to the kitchen, very nice ambiance and aesthetically pleasing. The service was very good, our server was very knowledgeable and helpful when we were making our selection. We went on a Sunday night when they have the family style option, this was suggested by our server as this allowed us to try a larger selection of items. We started with fresh focaccia and butter, had an app of Olives and some NA sparkling wine which was lovely. They have a wide selection of Reds, white and NA options, as well as many nice cocktails. We had the Chicken Ragu and a Scallop Dish for our first and second plates, we shared and both were more then amazing. The chef and kitchen crew do an amazing job here, everything was flavorful and scallops were perfectly cooked! Do yourself a favor and get a side of the Risotto if it's not on a main dish, amazing! I was told the Tiramisu was also lovely. If you are visiting Keene, or a local, make yourself a reservation and spend a few hours here enjoying everything they do here. read more

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We had an amazing time for dinner. The ambiance is stylish with good vibes all around. They have a very extensive wine list. Wine by bottle or glass. They allow you to taste the wine prior to ordering. You can do a flight. Full bar with crafty, delicious cocktails. Indoor and outdoor seating. Street parking or garage adjacent to building. The menu rotates during the year. The "first plates" are smaller or you can make them entree size. In-house homemade pastas and desserts. We had the bolognese (entree size) and beef short ribs w an added side of whipped potatoes. My husband loved his pasta. The beef rib was perfectly cooked and accompanied by a parsnip puree and kale. They have a top of the line coffee/expresso machine. We had the pumpkin cheesecake. Just wow! When you think cheesecake you may think heavy and dense. This was anything but that. The cake was so light and creamy. Fresh flavors of a light pumpkin and gingerbread crust topped with toasted maple pumpkin seeds. I think you could order anything on the menu and walk away very satisfied. They have chef tastings and do family style on Sundays. I can not wait to go back! read more

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Was able to make last minute reservation for 9 on a Saturday for a special occasion. Atmosphere + Service ++ I really enjoyed the Caesar salad. The croutons were super buttery and warm and crisp. My wife had the fillet which was cooked superbly (med rare) and had great flavor. I'm a big fan of the wine flights. However they used to serve in the beautiful full size glasses. It always made for quite a site when multiple people ordered flights. Dessert was tiramisu which was smooth and rich. Nice job. Thank you GE. Thinking I'll be back for a Caesar, cacio pepe and another flight (with big beautiful glasses! read more

Excellent food and service! We ordered the frutti di mare pasta to share and it is superb! So good we ordered a second plate of it!

Prepare for an evening to remember. I have rarely seen serving staff as well trained and professional as Granita Enoteca, which is a clear sign of a very well run restaurant. The decor is very classy, including the lighting. The food was absolutely wonderful, but my favorite thing was the Sunday special. This is the best idea for both food and entertainment I have seen in a long time. For $50 each, a couple gets a glass of wine and 5 courses to choose from, but they have to agree on the 5 courses and share them family style. It is a perfect test of a couple's compatibility :). The food is mostly Italian with a little Greek mixed in. We were so full at the end of the night we waddled home. Every little thing was just perfect. I wish I lived closer! read more

Great food and excellent service. One of the very best eating experiences that I have had in New Hampshire. Cacio e Pepe was perfection, as was the roast chicken. And do not sleep on the focaccia! read more

Pricey! But the experience is very European, the food is good, and you can pair it with an excellent wine or craft cocktail. The service was good, slower as is the European way, and the atmosphere is lovely! read more

Our server was Joe and they accommodated my request to have a booth as I preferred that over the louder seat by the bar they were going to sit us at. Love the 70's style booth!! So cozy and comfortable. I have never experienced such a level of service. Timed everything perfectly! we had the Focaccia, meatballs ( the only 4 star because I've never seen meatballs cooked to medium before but excellent flavor). The Bolognese was fabulous . I love how they used infused oils. We also ordered the chicken which was a very generous portion and reminded me of Peking duck. I loved the stuffing as it is very similar to an old Sicilian cracker stuffing my family makes. We also had the pumpkin cheesecake and the lemon sorbet. The cheesecake was yummy but the lemon sorbet was to die for. Just exquisite all around! Joe was great read more

Food and drinks are great. Awesome little gem of a place in Keene. Sat at the bar, which is our typical spot at any restaurant. That being said, the bar manager decided it was appropriate to reprimand a new bartender right in front of us for ridiculous reasons. It was not only embarrassing for the bartender, but also for us as paying customers. Management needs to have a serious chat with their staff about professionalism. For the amount we paid, we left appalled at the bar managers attitude. read more

I've been several times and this restaurant never disappoints! I always go for the gnocchi and my spouse adores their red meat options (menu changes). We often suggest this place to friends. read more

Great service, environment and wine nights! Food is great too. Always courteous and professional staff.

We enjoyed an early dinner here before attending a performance at the Colonial Theatre. Though the restaurant is hidden from Main Street, it's actually only a brief walk to the theatre, so keep this establishment in mind. Ambiance is relaxed and friendly. Food is delicious. You should definitely order the fresh focaccia bread and olive appetizer. It's reasonably priced and, since none of our entrees came with bread, it hit the spot. I ordered the Tuscan salmon, which was creatively afloat upon a bean and tomato concoction. I'll order it again. read more

Back again with my sister from NYC for another delicious meal.... Start ed with a Caesar salad, very fresh, equally delicious bread croutons and not overdressed! Don't miss the bread or granita. Sister had a flight of white wines and she loved all three . For entrees we had Calamari, Scallops and Rigatoni with fresh tomato sauce and Burata. Again, each one delicious...our server Sequoia was attentive without being overbearing...Dinner wasn't rushed.... Husband now wants to return once a month... no problem here!!! Sister from NYC said it was one of the best meals she has had all year-that coming from a Foodie!! read more

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Save your money and eat pasta roni. A frozen meal would be just as tasty. Overpriced chef boyardee quality. Service was great!

Exceptional experience here! Everything from granita they served pre-meal to the pastas were spot on. We had the meatballs and flatbread appetizer. Could have just stopped there. Meatballs were very soft and juicy on the inside and perfect on the outside. There was a very nice herbed taste that made my wife keep commenting on them, in addition to the basil. The flatbread was just a scrumptious mix of fig, goat cheese and slightly charred pizza crust. On the menu, it said there was prosciutto, but we didn't taste or see any, but honestly imo prosciutto would have ruined it so we didn't really care! The pastas were also great. The tagliatelle, though boring looking (sauce was simply butter, salt and pepper), was mildly addictive. The pasta noodle itself was really chewy! I had the agnolotti which had a very nice, tangy & buttery sauce. The filling didn't have much taste so that would be my main complaint of the evening. Thank you! read more

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The menu changes a bit, so it can be a hit or miss. Usually good. Staff are all nice. They used to require you to show proof of vaccination, so be prepared to bring your medical records. read more

Hidden culinary gem in New Hampshire! We went for a date night dinner and it lived up to our expectations. The prawns and polenta are amazing, make sure you order them. The bolognese was perfect with a copious amount of fresh mushrooms. We also had the carbonara, we've had it where it is too creamy, the way Chef Anthony made it was spot on. The pasta was fresh and the dish was perfect with a cracked egg! We paired this with wine flights....a great way to have a sample of excellent wines. Of course dessert was panna cotta which was amazing with a mix of fresh fruits. Also had the home made limoncello. Perfect way to end the dinner. Looking forward to coming back for the tasting! I highly recommend this restaurant. A true hidden gem. read more

Granita Enoteca - Italian Near Me - Keene, New Hampshire

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I've eaten here three times in the past 2 years. Once was great, once was awful, and the most recent, somewhere in between. The issue is, quite pricy food that can be remarkably average or really good, depending on whim. Wait staff have been mostly fine and helpful, the ambiance is nice (if you don't get seated near the doors to the kitchen). But beneath the surface there appears to be a revolving door of chefs, or no chef. Not acceptable for a purported fine dining establishment. Whoever owns this place needs to get more food centric (instead of wine-centric), hire an experienced chef, pay them to stick around, and get out of the way. read more

First time at this restaurant. The setting and atmosphere I would give 5 stars. The service at first the waitress was really good, but then once we got our food she disappeared for a while. The dinners were ok. Nothing to brag about. Once we were done with our dinners and we waited for her to come back to our table. We asked for boxes to take out left overs home but she said she could box them up and took our plates. We never received our leftovers. We paid and left. I won't be going back read more

We won a gift card to Granita at the Taste of Monadnock and what a wonderful surprise! Date night ! Lovely space, inside and out. The meal was beyond our expectations! My husband had the octopus appetizer and splurged on the tomahawk ribeye. I had the tomato, peach burrata salad (omg) and the duck. We shared the chocolate mousse and a port for dessert. What a culinary gem this establishment is ! Calling all foodies, you have to check it out!! Thank you to Granita for an amazing meal ! read more

Granita Enoteca - Tomahawk ribeye and duck breast - Italian Near Me - Keene, New Hampshire

Nice ambience and very good service with an efficient and friendly staff. Food was excellent. Delicious home baked focaccia bread, beautiful salads and delicious entrees. This was the best dining experience I have had in a long while. read more

Enjoyed the dinner and cocktails. Gnocchi was light and fluffy. Short ribs were gkkd. Tiramisu was delicious.

One step above everywhere else in Keene. Splendid and unique entrees and a wonderful ambiance.

My second visit last night from New York and did not disappoint. Might be New England's best kept secret. Restaurant deserves a Michelin star and the prices are reasonable. Perhaps the most impressive wine list I've seen and at values that allow one to enjoy top shelf vino without taking out a second mortgage. Incredibly knowledgeable and fun staff make dining there a true pleasure. Can't wait to get back. read more

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We reserved our first experience at Granita for a special occasion dinner and it hit the mark. The food was outstanding, ambience is nice albeit can be a little loud, and service was overall good. Our server was a bit quirky and casually dressed, and didn't really fit the overall vibe of the restaurant, making our date feel cheaper than it was. The food and price point suggest this should be a place where all the employees are well dressed (solid black, no jeans), servers should know wine pairings that go with each entree (or be willing to find someone who does instead of just recommending their favorite wine), and providing exceptional fine dining service and that mark was missed slightly. Our food was delicious but options felt a bit limited because the menu is very seafood focused. Probably half of the menu items are seafood, including all the apps except for the brussels sprouts and charcuterie board. Fine, but worth keeping in mind if you have allergies or just don't care for seafood. Also the menu on the website varies slightly than what we found at the restaurant - proteins were the same but the accompaniments and price varied slightly. I did appreciate that there were a number of pasta dishes in the $15-$25 range or so, which gives diners options if they want a nice meal experience with a more modest price tag. Price point wasn't that much higher than any of nicer restaurants in Keene so I was impressed we could have a meal that feels very beyond what you can usually get in town but have the total bill only be marginally more. Cocktails ($10-12 on average) were super flavorful but probably had the correct amount of alcohol compared to the heavier pours at some Keene restaurants. We got the brussels sprouts, duck breast, salmon, and a dessert, as well as two cocktails and a glass of wine, and all were delicious. The plating of our meals and dessert were drop dead gorgeous as well (definitely Instagrammable)! Overall a good experience and a place I would dine at again for a future special occasion. I think holding a slightly higher service standard would have given this place enough of an edge to make you feel as if you were transported outside of Keene to an elegant hotspot in some happening city for a couple hours, but as is it still felt like being in a small college town. read more

The restaurant is tastefully decorated, has a very experienced staff, and has a great menu and cocktail program. I'm not much of a wine drinker, but their selection is huge, sophisticated, albeit pricey. Two of my dining guests ordered the scallops on the "second dish" menu. The photo in the menu showed more scallops than appeared on their plates, so they were a little disappointed. More than that, they tasted quite fishy...like they were "past". When I mentioned this to our server, she said, "I will bring that up to the chef." Upon arriving back to our table, she relayed the message from the chef that their scallops arrive fresh daily and perhaps it was the fish sauce they used in preparing the dish. Personally, I doubt both...these scallops were not fresh, probably 4-5 days ago maybe...and why would any chef intentionally mask the taste of fresh, in-season, se scallops with a sauce that would give it a strong fish odor/taste??? We did not receive an offer to replace them with another dish or take it off the bill. We were handed "to-go" containers instead. Pretty disappointed. read more

Spent three hours in Sicily here last night! A wonderful wine tasting/pairing under the friendly and efficient staff, who made sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable about the Sicilian dishes and wines they presented. This was our first visit to Granita, and it exceeded our high expectations. A very pleasant sojourn away (for a while), from the ice, snow, and power outages of the last few days. Thanks to the Chef & his staff, as well as everyone in black! This was a very exciting event for the Keene area & we look forward to more delicious events! read more

The ambiance is good. The bread and drinks before main meal items were impressive but the main dish was really bad. Old stinky fish that we could not eat. Very disappointed...and very expensive. read more

One of the best meals we have ever had, hands down! Not one bite was anything less than perfection. We ordered the burrata app, gnocchi, rissoto and pork chop for our main and cheesecake for dessert. Everything was fresh and made to a Michelin star level. The service was incredible and live entertainment was excellent! We loved the ambiance and are so proud to see this shining spot in Keene; the chefs and team are so humble! Cannot wait to return! read more

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Service and atmosphere were nice, but the food was disappointing. The first time we came here a few months ago we were served the most amazing complimentary bread before our meal. It was piping hot and fresh out of the oven. This time, the bread was clearly not freshly made and had been reheated and was barely warm. AND it cost $7.50 for 4 slices. The arancini was good, but mushy and the sauce lacked flavor. The meatballs were hard as rocks and had no flavor and the pasta was very blah. All-in-all, a very mediocre meal. Would not rush back. The place that was here before was much better. read more

We have been this place a few times and the food, service has been wonderful. This experience was different; I ordered a drink and the bar did not have all the ingrediencies. To my surprise, the manager, Mo, went out to a store herself to get the supplies. She went out of her way to make sure our experience was good. It was not, it was GREAT. Thank you, Mo., We will be back AGAIN read more

I came here when visiting family in the area, we had a big family get together here and I think that we all really enjoyed our visit here. All of the staff members were very friendly and kind, they very much gave us a warm welcome and feel to the restaurant. Our waitresses name was Amy, and I thought that she was very kind! I was impressed as to how many vegetarian choices were on the menu! I am a vegan and I saw lots of vegetarian choices. I settled on the pesto pasta, which was delicious, yummy green noodles with vegetables. I asked Amy what the ingredients were because I was thinking of trying to replicate it at home. I typically don't have dairy but I loved the vegetable pasta and I also enjoyed my salad. It was a lot of fun! It was a great time shared by all of us that evening and I would love to come back when I am in the area again. Thank you to everyone at the restaurant for the kindness and hospitality, towards our large family gathering, including a toddler! We all really enjoyed our meal and our time at the restaurant. read more

My husband and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary last night and dinner was amazing. They had a special Pop Up Mexican event and offered different selection than their standard Italian influenced cuisine. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. If the staff was helpful and courteous and friendly. We are definitely looking forward to coming again in the future and trying other things they have to offer. read more

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I came here last night (a Tuesday night) very last minute. I called at 3pm, even though they don't open until 5pm, they answered the phone and immediately gave me a reservation for 1 at 5pm. Upon entering, I was politely greeted by the hostess. They had an electronic temperature scanner with a camera that checks your temperature automatically. The interior of the restaurant is romantic and elegant even though they claim to be a casual dining restaurant. Since I was the first person there, they let me choose where I wanted to sit. All staff were wearing masks and gloves. Their menu selections were amazing. Apps, dinner, desserts, large selection of wines & an impressive craft beer tap list (coming from a self-proclaimed beer snob). I started with an Argentinian Malbec for my drink. I ordered the 28-day aged NY Strip with 6-hour mashed potatoes and steamed kale for dinner. I ordered the steak to be cooked Medium. It's always a gamble when you order a steak to be cooked Medium. Either you get well done or raw, rarely do you get a truly medium cooked steak unless you go to a fantastic restaurant with a chef that knows what they're doing. The steak came out, I cut in to it, and it was perfectly cooked. The flavor was incredible. Moist, tender, slightly crunchy edges, seasoned, and pure perfection. There was no need to for any additional sauces with the steak. The steak also came with baby onions and mushrooms that were lightly cooked & paired perfectly with the steak. The mashed potatoes were so creamy and the kale were both so delicious. After dinner, I ordered the Tiramisu for dessert. So good. Another aspect of this experience that impressed me were the number of people that checked on me and the quality of the dinner I was enjoying. The hostess, waitresses, manager, and I'm assuming someone from the kitchen all asked how it was. They really put a lot of effort in to ensuring a high quality dining experience. I made sure to tell all of them how amazing everything was and how much I appreciated this restaurant. I had such a great time, it was exactly what I needed that day. As isolating as this pandemic makes everyone feel, this place really helped me yesterday with feeling a little less isolated. I highly recommend coming to Granita Enoteca if you are in the Keene area. You will not be disappointed. I will most definitely be back. If the owners are reading this, please consider opening a restaurant in Lebanon or Hanover. We desperately need this restaurant in this area as there is an extremely limited amount of quality restaurants here. Maybe 1 or 2 "ok" restaurants in this immediate area. You would be extremely successful here. Thank you. read more

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