Being local to the Lakes Region, I'm always on the look out for new restaurants to try. One of the…read morebenefits of living in a tourist destination is having infinite options for places to go out to eat, but one of the downsides is so many of them follow the same tried-and-true formula of basically the same menu items within their chosen category. I hoped The Junction would be something unique, and I was not disappointed! The first thing I noticed was the overall ambiance, which was upscale and classy, but not stuffy or snooty. It's more polo and chinos than t-shirt and jeans, if that gives you an idea. The decor is all very tasteful and clean; everything has a smooth, sleek, well-maintained look that makes you feel like you're in a place where details matter. If I were looking for a venue to book a wedding rehearsal dinner or a business lunch, this would be my first choice of all the restaurants within an easy drive to where I live. The second thing I noticed was that the staff was friendly, attentive, and quickly noticed whenever our drinks needed a refill. That seems like a small thing, but to me, it's one of the indicators of employees that take their jobs seriously versus those who do the bare minimum. The Junction is absolutely the type of place where everyone there takes genuine pride in what they do, and it shows. But on to the food... I'm a sucker for Brussels sprouts, so I had the try the Crispy Brussels on the appetizer menu. They were fantastic, and I will absolutely get them the next time we go. For the main course, I opted for the 51 Burger, which is a smashburger with cheese and a bourbon maple bacon jam with hand cut fries. Again, my expectations were well exceeded. The burger was cooked perfectly and was absolutely scrumptious! There are so many menu items I want to try, but this was so good, I will likely get it again the next time we go. All in all, we had a fantastic experience from start to finish and will absolutely be back!

Finally made it to The Junction Restaurant & Provisions in Laconia, a highly rated spot we've been…read morewanting to check out! It's a trendy little bar and restaurant with an urban vibe that focuses on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. We started with the short rib poutine and Brussels sprouts (not pictured) - both were tasty. I had the boar ragu with whipped ricotta, fresh basil, heirloom tomatoes, fennel, greens, and Parmigiano-Reggiano - also really tasty. Our waiter was also really friendly and attentive, which always makes a dinner out better. Definitely glad we finally made it here!

Sat on the deck for dinner. Beautiful views of Paugus Bay. Was able to sit right away. Beer…read moreselection was great, food menu was good too. Had this for dinner. Gorgonzola Steak Alfredo Hand-Cut Sirloin Cajun Sirloin Tips, Mushroom, Sun-Dried Tomato, Baby Spinach, Creamy Parmesan Alfredo, Linguini Pasta...19.99 It was excellent. Service was great as well. Jasmine was attentive and knowledgeable. Overall a good experience.

Our daughter and son-in-law took us (and their children) out to celebrate my daughter's work…read moreanniversary tonight and T-Bones did not disappoint! All of our food was delicious! And our server, Jane, went above and beyond, even telling us which end was upon the take-home boxes, which no one else has ever told us before (and I know I have always wondered about). My husband and I both had the salmon tacos, and we both enjoyed those, plus I got the side of fried Brussels sprouts-yum!

Rode my motorcycle from Myrtle Beach to Laconia bike week in New Hampshire. Had a great time and…read moretried a local favorite pub that was recommended to me. It was mostly local regulars, but all were very friendly and talked about local activities. The pub had all the regular beers, nice and cold. The food was actually pretty good bar food, had their pub shaved steak sandwich. It was different but good and the fries crispy. I sat at the bar and the service was very good and bartender friendly. Definitely worth the stop.

We took our daughter and son-in-law out for sandwiches, and ended up getting salads, fish and…read morechips, and burger (plus a burger to go for our babysitter). Our server was delightful! She was prompt, courteous, and friendly. The music was good, though a bit too loud (we were seated too close). We had not been to 405 on a Live music night though, so we made the best of it. We will ask to sit farther away if that happens again. Or we just won't go on music nights. The singer guitarist was good, but every song was in the same key (all songs sounded alike). Some like that. We don't. Musical taste is subjective. We're musicians and know that. It's tough to please everyone. Our food and drinks were all delicious! And that's really why we continue to go to 405. My steak tips and Greek salad was yummy! My daughter had the same and loved it too. My husband loved the fish and chips. Son-in-law loved his burger and said if even beat Patrick's! Ha!

We stopped at The Natural Pickle for lunch and had a fantastic experience! From the moment we…read morewalked in, the employees were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They chatted with us and made us feel right at home. The food was excellent. I ordered the veggie burger on a fresh pita with lettuce, tomato, onion, and Thousand Island dressing. It was delicious, and the pita was soft, fresh, and perfectly chewy. My husband had the mushroom Swiss burger on a pretzel bun and said it was just as delicious. We also grabbed chips, a Sprite, and a bottle of water to go with our meals. The restaurant was clean, including the bathroom, which is always appreciated. There were a few tables inside if you want to dine in, and the music playing created a fun, relaxed atmosphere. It's also in a great location, making it an easy stop while exploring the area. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely eat here again the next time we're in the area!

I went to the natural pickle for lunch one day and breakfast the next. The ordering experience was…read morevery weird. It is all AI when you call and when we asked to speak to a human worker she seemed very frazzled. You can use Toast to order online which I opted for the second day. It made the experience much easier. I got the chicken Philly for lunch. It was decent and pretty well seasoned but almost had too much chicken that you couldn't really taste the peppers, onions, or cheese. My friends got the chicken parm panini which was amazing and made on garlic bread. Breakfast was really good. They have wraps, breakfast sandwiches, pita pockets, etc. they also have fun lattes and drinks. I got a breakfast wrap with the Mounds of Joy latte. It was delicious. I would definitely come back and enjoyed breakfast. There is space inside to dine in and a singular bathroom. Homemade food and it was tasty.

This restaurant is an actual boat. The entrance, galley…read more(kitchen) and a bar with a tiki vibe are on the lower level. Also has a platform where one can dip in the water. The top level where we ate has a huge bar, with two or three bartenders working it, and many of the tables are arranged like patio benches and each table has a small fire pit on it. They have umbrellas also. We went at the end of the season in October, so it was not busy like earlier in the season. Food is typical bar food. Not the cheapest. (Burgers about $ 14). Decent with good fries. We also had Ahi tuna appetizer for about $ 12. The plate is small but quality was very good. We were surprised. They also serve pizzas which we did not order. It's far enough from the boardwalk that one can see without being seen. The staff is very friendly, both the servers and bartenders. We had a great time. On a good day, this is an excellent spot to spend the afternoon.

I hate to even write this, this was my first time going here (I have been wanting to do so for a…read morelong time) and they were having a really bad day, I really felt sorry for our waiter. So, apparently, the cook failed to show up for work. They were late to open and when they did we were told the menu was very limited. Fair enough, what can we order we asked. Burgers, dogs and pizza were off the list, (how these are difficult items is beyond me) fish sandwich and chicken was on the list. We ordered chicken sandwich, haddock sandwich and chicken fingers. 30 minutes later food finally showed, fish was raw inside, chicken raw inside, fries were cold. Best guess, they had not thawed previously frozen food before cooking. I used to work in the restaurant business long ago and that is all that I can think would explain this as the appearance would have led me to believe it was cooked. So, if this is the case, the food is not "made to order" as it says on their page and since they were missing their cook, no one knew to thaw the food ahead of time (best guess). One other thing, the beer I ordered was listed on menu as a 16oz beer for $8, instead I received a 12oz can, this was while waiting for food. Very dissapointing, they should have shut down kitchen under these circumstances. Their own web page warns about eating undercooked food and then they served it to us, hopefully no one gets sick from that first bite. Food was sent back, we gave up, waiter said they removed food from bill...

Absolutely outstanding. Every fish dish we tried as a group was A+++. The marinated feta and…read morecheeseburger eggrolls were especially memorable from the appetizers. The steak frites, five spice duck, and the Asian barbecue were really incredible. We also had the meatballs, crab Rangoon friend rice and some outstanding desserts at the end. The maple cheesecake and apple crisp excellent. But even the other dishes were all fantastic and I will definitely come back here next time I'm in Laconia. This place is a gem

We were in the area and decided to stop by based on their great Yelp reviews. We found parking…read moreright in front of the restaurant and were greeted as soon as we walked in by their friendly hostess. We were lucky to arrive without a reservation when we did because it quickly filled up with customers. The place is somewhat small and has an open kitchen concept. Outdoor seating is also available when weather permits. Please note that due to its size, they have only one unisex bathroom available. We started with the Gouda Tot Clam Dip. The picture posted on their website shows six potato tots, yet our serving came with four. It was pleasant and tasty. For my main course, I ordered the Peach Glazed Pork. The dish had a nice presentation. I found the pork to be drier than I would have expected, but it was still edible. I guess I had higher expectations. Despite a few minor disappointments, this is a charming local restaurant that is worth a visit, especially if you're in the area.

The service was fast, friendly, and welcoming…read more The environment was peaceful which was really nice. The food was just okay. I had the country omelette with sausage and cheddar topped with sausage gravy. The issue I have is that the gravy was a brown gravy and lacked flavor. It is supposed to be a white gravy with a peppery flavor. The home fries had had no seasoning at all. Not sure I would come back here.

After a long day of hiking we needed a casual, convenient place to grab a bite. So glad we stopped…read morein! Hubby and I each had the Union Turkey Melt; they were terrific! Thick slices of real, flavorful, perfectly roasted turkey breast with just enough bacon and melted swiss on toasted sourdough. Yum. He also really enjoyed their fish chowder. Service was quick, and our server was friendly and attentive. We'd love to come back and try more from their menu.

Best chicken wings anywhere!! The Rueben sandwich is amazing! Friendly service but be aware it's…read moresmall unless outside is open. The atmosphere is a bar. Bar's often have the best food! This place fits that 100% great food!

We rolled into town and the hotel recommended The Looney Bin close by…read more It was fairly close to closing so we headed over. When we arrived the place was packed with great atmosphere.Quickly greeted and sat. Excellent bar menu, Burgers,Wings,Wraps and Sandwiches. Corey our server/bartender was informative and friendly. Beers and Cocktails came swiftly.We shared wings as we waited for the food order. Burgers with tots,Rings, Chicken Parmigiana wrap all good. Fun joint! Good food and friendly people!

Who would have thought for a busy night before 4pm on a Saturday in the summer? Shouldn't be…read moreshocked with the popularity of Patrick's. The staff seemed frantic but they were working very promptly to make sure customers could be seated. I was told that our party of 2 would be about 15-20 mins. They took my phone # to add to the waitlist. The wait was more like 6 or 7 mins. We were seated in the bar area at the booths. The bar is somewhat loud but it was still average. It's nice that they can accommodate parties of 2 so easily. There were several large groups, primarily families so it's certainly kid-friendly. They serve up some of the BEST fries! I suggest the O'Crabby Patty. It is on the heavy side with caramelized onions but wow is it packed with flavor. I will be getting that again for sure!

If you are coming for burgers and fries, you will love it. If you opt for the more expensive…read moreseafood, you'll like it but probably not love it. The menu has changed a lot from what is online. There isn't a plant based or mushroom burger anymore. The prices have all gone up between 10-30%. The good? Live music on Thursday night with Dave Clark. He plays a wide range of music. Show him some love! Our server was pretty great. Friendly, answered all our questions, and gave good recommendations. Overall, a pleasant local Irish place with many different food options.

We had a wonderful experience on mother's day.It was amazing!! If chefs wear incredible, the…read moreservers were so wonderful, even though they had so many tables to tend to, they still got back to us. No matter what and we understand how it is with servers, it's very hard for them to actually attend to one table. So we understand and we know how things are made. It takes time to make certain things that you order. It's not quick when certain items but when you order. I'm burger, and it's quicker Vs something more exotic. That's wonderful or something that takes longer to cook. So we waited and waited, and we got our order. And it was so amazing. It was just wonderful, we thank you so much for this wonderful day. We thank you for this restaurant for the staff for the cooks. You are amazing. Thank you so much. We will be back

Saturday night. The place was not crowded, even on bike weekend…read more The service was good. The wine list was average. Nothing outstanding. The food was a disappointment. My husband's filet mignon lacked flavor. The mashed potatoes were gummy and translucent. They should not have been served. My salmon special came out with the wrong sides, not once, but twice. They tried to give me those disgusting mashed potatoes and green beans, when the specials page said pilaf and asparagus. When I finally got the rice pilaf, it lacked seasoning. The asparagus were blackened. After being sent back twice, the salmon was warm, not hot. The pub food may be good. If you're looking for a burger and a beer, that meal might be enjoyed with a view of the golf course. Sorry Greenside, we're not coming back.