Highlights of review: bed sizes not all as advertised, serious plumbing issues, but lovely outdoor and common spaces and great location. We stayed at the 1785 Inn in North Conway NH in August of 2025. We booked the entire inn for our family reunion. The Inn is quite large and had enough bedrooms for even our large group, which is hard to find. Many but not all of the rooms had private bathrooms. The listing claimed that all the bedrooms on the top floor (rooms 11, 12, 13, 14) had queen beds or a combination of queen and twin beds. The four rooms on that floor all had double sized beds only. We had serious issues with the plumbing. The water in many of the showers would not stay an even temperature, and would go between ice cold and scalding hot regardless of the temperature adjustment on the faucets. This was especially the case in room 11 on the top floor and rooms 9 and 10 on the second floor. More concerning was water dripping from the kitchen ceiling. The ceiling had obviously sustained previous water damage, but when we reported it to the owner we were told that they had no knowledge of previous issues and suggested that it was because people were not putting the shower curtains inside the tubs. We checked all bathrooms and none had water on the floor. The leak continued to worsen over the course of the week, eventually dripping through the light fixture in the ceiling. We asked the owner to come inspect it and a plumber was dispatched. He did not fix it while we were there and also suggested it was due to misuse of shower curtains. We were left to simply turn the light fixture off and keep pots on the floor to collect the dripping water. These (concerning) issues aside, the Inn's gathering spaces inside and out are lovely. The view is amazing, and it sits right next to a scenic view pull off area. The pool had a few cracks in the steps and an unsteady railing but was enjoyable in the August heat. The hot tub worked early in the week but by the end was stuck in sleep mode. There was a great fire pit with plenty of seating. Inside, a beautiful sunroom and dining area lined with tables made large dinner gatherings easy. The pub area was also a hit with our group, and had coolers for beer and wine and a full set of glasses and bar tools behind the bar. The kitchen was set up like a restaurant kitchen, and there were enough dishes/utensils for our very large group. Please note that there is only one dishwasher, and it is actually a restaurant style sanitizer, so we had to hand wash a lot of dishes or do a lot of sanitizing loads. The takeaway: If you do not need to use all the bedrooms, or you do not mind double beds, then the sleeping spaces may be sufficient for your group. The plumbing needs a serious upgrade, but if you are not using all the showers you could find some that are usable. read more

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Ski towns flounder in fine fare. I said it, you were thinking it, let's move on. But first! The 1785 Inn flexes a historical legacy, stellar service (with a hefty pinch of showmanship) and above-average haute cuisine. If you're looking for forward-thinking design elements and an interior that's evolved over the last four decades, look elsewhere. 1785 is not just its moniker; it's when time pretty much stopped inside. Save the menu and a few plasmas behind the side bar, this place doesn't have an shred of evidence the current date is anytime after 1984. Fact. That said, the caliber of production is peculiarly high. From prep technique, to flambeed drinks and desserts, to the old world sense of service and guest hospitality, 1785 is a stand-out in a culinary world transfixed with snark, salt and subterfuge. The seared sea scallops were perfect. And I mean perfect - not mealy or fibrous from being overcooked, nor were they gummy and faintly brined. Tender, smooched with potent flavors of fennel, orange and tarragon, and fall-apart where appropriate, they were a smash out of the park, and on the tongue. As was the table-side Caesar salad ( a must, split between two guests) - get it with 'chovies or face my wrath. Be forewarned, others at the tables were a bit non-plussed with their meals, and more than a few eyes shifted impatiently as we were sat 45 minutes after our reservation time, but hell, you'll be ski-burnt and exhausted anyway. Well worth the check out while zipping through Mt. Washington Valley. Don't forget the view out back! read more

The restaurant was a beautiful and lovely meal, real maple syrup, home baked goods, fresh preserves. I enjoyed complimentary breakfast here since I stayed at the Inn. The Inn however was one of the most "adventurous" stays on my trip out to the East side of the country. The bed was horribly uncomfortable and the water temperature was both freezing and scalding at the same time. Children running in the halls at all hours of the day. Dragging luggage up all those stairs. The guests staying on the road side of the Inn said it was pretty noisy. I was in awe of the amazing age of the structure, the view of the valley surrounding the property and the character all around. And the neat bar on the first floor was a taste of New England. read more

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Dined here over 15 years ago on a stormy evening with a group of gluttons. I'm entirely sure the place is haunted, and we supped with ghosts at neighboring tables. Not a single other party said a word--the clank, clank of 18th century silver. But an old lady did look me square in the eye from across the dining room with the portentous gaze of near-certain condemnation. Come for the ghosts, stay for the chill, and leave for something edible. read more

This historic inn is a hidden gem.we had driven by many times but never thought to stay and so glad that we did. We loved every moment of our stay, the innkeepers are husband and wife Becky and Charlie, who could not have been more accommodating hosts. Becky cooked us nade to order delicious breakfasts and Charlie stayed late to welcome us; each evening he lit us a fire in the common room, and provided us great suggestions on the area. They were present whenever we had a question and to ensure we had all we needed while operating behind the scenes. They had a great little pub for the guests to buy a wine or other cocktail and a wonderful breakfast each morning. The beds were very comfortable and the best view!! If you can go during the holiday season, the Inn is decorated lovely. And, stating midweek was great because it was a quiet time in the mountains We cannot wait to return. read more

My husband and I ate here with his parents during our Fall 08 Foliage Tour. Knowing that we'd be eating "plainer" food for the sake of pleasing my in-law's palates, I was so happy when my mother-in-law agreed to give some fancier restaurants a try on the weekend nights. We ate here on the Sunday night of our weekend in NH. It's a charming New England Inn. We had reservations and arrived on time and had to wait a good 10 minutes or so. A tour busload of diners got there ahead of us, so the staff was scrambled keeping up with them and trying to seat other people coming in. Unfortunately this slammed feeling affected our waiter; he was a bit distracted and not as friendly as staff in other restaurants we'd eaten at. My in-laws felt snubbed, but it was out of my father-in-law's comfort zone. Anyway the food was quite good. I tried the White Truffle Soup special and was very pleased. The Roast Free Range Duckling I has was good, but not as flavorful as duck I'd had at the Mad River Tavern in Campton earlier that week. I believe my husband had the scallops, which he thoroughly enjoyed. There seemed to be quite a few repeat customers present, so that's a good sign. The prices seem a little high (since we have other restaurants with comparable quality to compare them with), but the charm and beauty of the Inn makes it feel a little more like it's worth it. This is definitely a romantic place to come for a pleasant meal. read more

8-16-2012 We had an amazing dinner. We were staying at The Mount Washington Resort and decided to eat somewhere other than their main dining room...and we were fortunate to randomly choose the restaurant at The 1785 Inn. The food was delicious, our service was superior (Paris was his name) and the wine was spectacular. This is a quaint and very special spot. The only improvement would be a little music so that the dining room isn't so quiet! read more

On a recent weekend getaway to North Conway, we decided to have dinner at the 1785 Inn. It had been recommended to us by several friends so we figured we'd give it a try, and I'm SO glad that we did. The food was unbelievably good. So on first impression, the décor was a bit old fashioned and a little beat up. I think they were going for an old colonial feel but it just looked old. We waited in the entranceway for about 5 minutes (which felt like forever) before we were greeted by the host, which seemed a little odd since we had made reservations earlier in the day for 7:30. They dining room was fairly empty so they let us choose our seat, I choose the seat right next to the roaring fire, which was good as it was a bit chilly. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly however his knowledge of wine and wine list in general were not outstanding. I settled for a Malbec which was pretty good and the Boy got a local beer. We started our meal with the Elk Sausage App. It was slices of sausage on a cooked shitake mushroom with melted sharp cheddar. So delicious. We even ate the garnish! I got the Rabbit Prepared Two Ways(Smoked and Confit) and the Boy got the special which was Filet Mignon with goat cheese. It was traditional French cooking at its finest. The rabbit was flavorful and tender and the Filet was cooked perfectly. We got the Chocolate Mousse in a Chocolate shell with raspberry sauce for dessert. It was the best chocolate the Boy had ever tasted. It was very high quality chocolate and was so rich the Mousse could have passed for a whipped ganache! All in all the food was well worth the price, lack of good wine options, and the kinda dated décor. I give it 5 stars on food alone. Side Note: They also have a bar/pub that has some selections from the Main Dining Room menu as well as burgers and pizza (with very interesting toppings) that we want to try next time we are in the area. read more

Award winning food and you are going to pay pretty for it. Beautiful views from porch tables along garden path and up to mountain horizon. Sometimes you get the bonus of watching a groundhog eat the lovely flowers before staff chase it off. Reserve a table with a view or skip it. The winning blueberry pie is a baked crust and unbaked Maine blueberries dreamy concoction. Seating is a little close and the restaurant is popular - not the quietest place to dine. Still, want to splurge, then go there for the experience. read more

Great, cozy beautifully decorated atmosphere! The breakfast, the rooms and staff are amazing! The bar opens later in the afternoon and it's so charming and friendly.Charlie is lovely and wonderful to talk with . The 1785 Inn is a true gem in the the Valley. I absolutely adore this place. I will be back! read more

Had dinner here on our way to Pinkham Notch and AMC's Joe Dodge Lodge. We started with a couple of drinks in the very comfortable and homey bar. They offer a wide range of specialty cocktails (flaming is a theme here), and there are some regulars at the bar - it has a nice friendly vibe I've found. For dinner we sat in a room with a large fireplace, the holiday decorations were still in place, and with a good amount of snow around, it was a festive atmosphere. There is a lot of reading material here. Starting with history of the inn and then an extensive bar/wine list. We both ordered a flight of wines (3 x 2 oz each). Then, we each ordered the maple pecan salad. Very good, and not overwhelmingly huge. Yummy bread too. However, I think the thing to get here is the Caesar salad prepared, old-school, tableside. It looked delicious, and the waiters described what they were adding, and why - I'll order this next time. My dinner - free range duck was very good. It was roasted, and though I love confit, I thought it was cooked perfectly. Side vegetables also perfect, not overdone. My dinner companion had the salmon which was excellent, too. Dessert -we had the German Chocolate Cake and the Ice Cream Puff. Overall, I thought the food was very good, if a little expensive, but I didn't mind because the service was attentive, and the atmosphere of the inn very enjoyable. I'd certainly go back - got to try that Caesar salad! read more

Great service staff great food Nice romantic atmosphere Best in Conway read more

This restaurant was obviously a good place sometime in the past. The menu is certainly a throwback to a better time. My bride and I decided to check the place out. Reviews on Yelp were mixed, but some were very positive. We were seated at 8:45 for an 8:15 reservation. That's annoying, and an indication of problems with service, but maybe the food would make up for it. We both ordered the table side prepared Caesar salad. The table side service is a great old fashioned idea if executed well. It wasn't. The waiter had either never done it before, or was poorly trained. The dressing was flavorless as he skimped on seasoning of every sort. Disappointing. Next we were treated with a "palate cleanser" of raspberry sorbet with pepper and coriander (yikes!). That was a disaster. The consistency of the sorbet was not of sorbet, but rather shaved ice. There was no bright fruit flavor, but an insipid raspberry syrup flecked with spices that completely overwhelmed the fruit. It was just plain nasty. We told the waiter as much, and he admitted that many folks don't like it, but "you can't say anything to the chef". (Double yikes!.) The main dishes were little better. My wife's duck was completely overcooked - as if it had been boiled for hours - and dry with a so-so raspberry sauce (the same from the sorbet?). I would think a chef could have done the duck properly, but clearly the person in the kitchen is too lazy to prepare a duck breast medium rare and a-la-minute. My veal scallopini was freshly prepared and tender, but completely unbalanced. There was not enough butter to offset the lemon juice and so only one note of flavor came through. The homemade rolls were dreadfully sweet and chewy, We didn't date try the desert. One positive note in the wine list. There was great depth and breadth, with multiple vintages on many fine wines at reasonable prices. (Hence two stars). Overall, a place that has been resting on it's laurels since 1985, let alone 1785. It would be a perfect project for Gordon Ramsey of Restaurant Nightmares. I suspect a stubborn lazy fool is in the kitchen who could use a good dressing down by the foul-mouthed Ramsey. The sorbet alone is just desert for a good yelling at. read more

We had a gift certificate here as part of a honeymoon package 5 years ago, have been back almost every year since. The facilities are a little dated and rough around the edges (realistically, it looks run down up close during the day). This, combined with the the price not reflecting it... one would be surprised but the food is as close to "actual" 5 star as it gets. It is never disappointing. Every course. Heck, even the sorbet is delicious. Very high end, often local, ingredients. Creative, complex, and well balanced dishes. Very impressive wine cellar. Both servers we've had in our visits are true professionals as well. (We forgot to request Allen this last time, but Paris was very good). Do order a pair of table side prepared Caesar salads. Free Range Duck, Maine Sea Scallops, Beef Tenderloin... all have been among the best meals we've ever had. This place is no stranger to magazine write-ups, so who am I to criticize anything in this area? We kept getting a busy signal the other day trying to make a reservation, so had to stop by in our travels to make one in person. That's the worst thing I can say about it. I do not think we've ever gotten out of there for under $150 for two people, so keep that in mind. read more

My girlfriend and I went here and loved everything about it. It's a great place for a romantic date night or something along those lines. They really make you feel like you're at home but you're in a nice elegant atmosphere. Our waiter was so welcoming and so nice. We asked for him to recommend a bottle of wine, he was honest with us and didnt recommend some $200 bottle. He realized we were 21/22 not looking to drop hundreds on a wine we know nothing about. He also made us our Caesar salad at the table which was cooler than you probably would think. And delicious. Also, flaming desserts are made right at the table. You gotta get one. If I'm in the area there's no doubt ill go back. You should go too you won't regret it. read more

It was nice staying here. We were on the third floor with a shared bathroom. No one else was up there, we were all by ourselves. Nice and quite. Breakfast was GREAT! Eggs, bacon, pancakes, coffee was good too. Sweet staff and right in the middle of all the Mount Washington action. We'd go back. read more

This is the best place to have a meal in the area hands-down. Not only was the 1785 the first inn in New Hampshire to win the Wine Spectator award, they have now done so for 26 consecutive years. We always make sure we get reservations in the glassed in porch area around sunset, if the weather cooperates, you will enjoy a breathtaking sunset over Mt Washington. The food is top notch, with specialties such as Elk, Venison and seafood. The wait staff can recommend the perfect wine to go with your meal from the inexpensive to absurdly priced pairings. If you do not enjoy fine dining in a 200 yr + historic inn, then this is not for you. But if you appreciate fine dining, top notch wait service and leisurely dining, this is a must stop place. read more

5 Stares? Come on team ! Rolls come out of a plastic bag from the food store. Drinks are watered down . Salad is a small mound of greens, a couple of apple slices and a piece of cheese, salad dressing on the side. It's not even mixed together into a salad. Charming waiter couldn't stop raving about the buffalo steak "sourced locally" even though it was $20 above the highest priced item on the menu. Got sucked in. Bought the steak and must admit - WORST DISH I'VE EVER HAD IN A RESTAURANT ! WOW DID I GET SUCKED IN BY THAT WAITER !! Duck was good so that gets the 1 Star. Sorry guys. You could do SO MUCH BETTER!, read more

okay where do I start... Frustrating! Well my husband booked a train ride in Conway, NH. we decided to stay two days to ride the North Conway railways they suggested us to stay at the 1785 Inn. We looked into the website and saw there u-tube video which sucked. They never showed the real rooms. Very decietlful our room was #10 it had sloping floors, the hall ways only one person fits and it slopes big time too. They have some serious foundation issue that should be addressed with serious cracks all over the walls ,carpet...Yuke!! The mattress felt like steel with no padding. It's gross, the owner has no pride in the up keep. It needs some serious redoing. Oh and let's not forget once we got back to our rooms after an exhausting day there is no water pressure to shower. I don't understand how this can have 4 star with all this issues. Breakfast felt like we ate at Denny's. Staff is friendly I give them that. We have stayed in Vermont at the DEERBROOK INN now that place was awesome. Straight floors and wide wood boards bathroom excellent shape not like the 1785 so old. Super clean, mattress was comfortable, no springs. Fresh linens changed every day, at the 1795 same linens I know there was a spot on my pillow that I made, on purpose, and when we got back the pillow had the same spot . Sorry 1785 but I'm telling the truth and the truth will make you or break you. We are Never coming back. read more

My fiance and I have stayed here together twice - once in summer, once in winter - and both times were sentimental and remain wonderful memories for us. The food in the restaurant is phenomenal, as well as the service - I still think about their blueberry pancakes. The decorations at Christmas are a highlight. We love hanging with the bartender late into the evening. We hope to return soon! read more

We have stayed at the Inn several times. It is usually our rest stop after hiking the Whites. It is always pleasant & the owners & employees are always very accommodating. The rooms are very clean & full of older Colonial home natural charm. We got to use the outdoor pool for the 1st time this past week & that was awesome. The included breakfast is "to die for" delicious & the best part of our stay. They usually start you off with coffee & juice & a warm homemade baked item. They always have 3 or 4 choices & they are all good. You will not be disappointed. They only serve breakfast to overnight guests. That is understandable, because it would be too busy otherwise. The dining room atmosphere is New England quaint & very romantic. There is soft gentle music & amazing views of the mountains. The waitress was very professional & service was impeccable. We've never had dinner here but I would certainly not hesitate. The menu looks very inviting. They have a living room to relax in anytime & watch a movie if you like. They have a cozy bar on the 1st floor, to sit & enjoy a drink. Accommodations are very affordable, especially during mid week & outside of peak seasons. Highly recommended! read more

New years eve price fixe menu was virtually inedible. So much was wrong it would take an hour to fully detail. Couple of highlights: duck consume had zero flavor yet the mouth feel of warm mineral oil. The sorbet looked and tasted like it had been scraped off the parking lot - pepper, taragon, and dirty snow isn't a pleasant combination. Desert was small bites that appeared to come in a box from the freezer at BJ's. No beef, chicken, or vegetation dish on menu. Lobster was 1/2 chicken lobster tail. Veal was 2 finger sized slices undercooked, buffalo 2 paper thin tornedos overcooked. Even the mashed potatoes were oversalted. Felt bad for the waitress as every course went back virtually untouched. Coupe de gras... bill...over $110 per person. No one will forget that experience anytime soon. read more

Great meal at the bar. Food was very tasty and bartender was a lot of fun. Have also had a nice dinner here in the restaurant near the warm fireplace. read more

Had anniversary dinner here last night. Went in with no expectations but this place really blew us away! Never would have expected this level of service and food quality in this area. Great romantic atmosphere, outstanding service and food that rivals any urban high end restaraunt! Definately will return if in the area again. This is a must try! read more

This was a 5 star restaurant when we there 2 years ago. We traveled up from Mass and even looked at the menu online this past Friday. I hate to put in 1 star but we showed up on Saturday night only to get told they had closed the restaurant and they were B&B only. We had been there many times for impeccable service from both the waitstaff and world class chef. At one time this was considered one of the best restaurants in New England! Tons of great reviews. What happened? Did they lose their staff and just give up? This used to be my favorite restaurant and we would travel 200 miles for it! They need to pull down their website which falsely advertises that they are a restaurant. I hope they come to their senses and right the ship. read more

The Bar and Restaurant were closed, for good, last time we stayed here. Wasn't expecting that. The breakfast is still good, but the atmosphere is gone. All gone. It was pretty sad to see, but I guess the owners are winding down. I hope if they sell, the new owners revive the restaurant and bar. Without those it's a just a run-down, sad inn. read more

Decently priced, tasty food. I liked this place - it's got character and charm and the food is pretty good too. The old school waiters are friendly and very knowledgeable with regards to the food and wine. Our appetizer of a duck foie gras with smoked duck breast and fig compote was very delicious. The smoked duck breast was the standout of the dish and had the perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness that was complimented by the fig perfectly. I had the elk with brie and pine nuts for my entree and was very impressed. The flavors were great together and the elk was cooked wonderfully. My sister had the duck and although she did enjoy it we thought that it may have been a bit overdone. All in all I would say that the 1785 Inn is a safe bet for a nice dinner and it wont break the bank. read more

My boyfriend and I decided to give this place a try for a romantic dinner during our foliage getaway. We arrived at 8 PM on a Tuesday night without a reservation to find a ten to fifteen minute wait. The dining room was full, and not with a bus tour either. We were hopeful that the food was good, considering the wait on a late weeknight. I first ordered a maple pecan salad. It was really good. I was expecting a extremely sweet salad dressing, and it wasn't . There was just a hint of maple and dried blue berries and plenty of roasted pecans. I was very pleasantly surprised. The dressing was very good. My boyfriend ordered a scallop appetizer with a mango coulis. He liked it, but didn't love the texture. For our main courses, I had an Angus NY sirloin. It was served with a mashed potato side, parsnips, carrots and baby asparagus. There was a brandy sauce. While it was cooked perfectly, it didn't wow me. The mashed potato side was uninspiring. The quality of the steak was ok, but not the most tender sirloin I have had. At $28 I was hopeful, but felt a little disappointed. The sorbet intermezzo was very nice, however. My boyfriend had a veal dish that resembled a piccata. He enjoyed it also, but again, was not wowed. The ambiance of the inn was lovely. There were lots of white lights and candles. Very romantic. We had a nice meal. Not a fabulous meal. The service was good, no complaints there. We were too full for dessert, the selections looked good, however. All in all, we spent nearly $100.00 with tip (We had no alcohol). I was hoping for outstanding at that price, but just got good. Good isn't bad, but $100 dinners aren't every day occurrences for me, so I was a little disappointed. read more

This is a review for the restaurant only. The boyfriend and I went for New Years Eve. They had a special dinner for the occasion and it was lovely. The price was a bit higher than what we typically spend on dinner but we were very full when we left and it will be a special night that we'll remember for a long time. The food was excellent and the service was quick between courses. I had duck for the first time and it was really good. Staff were all very friendly. The dining room and bar were all decorated beautifully. I would go back for another special occasion. read more

My husband and I came up here for hiking and found this gem:). True 1785 flavor, amazing food (table side Caesar!) and great accommodations at a reasonable price. Wonderful service & highly recommended!!!! read more

We were recommended this place for dinner and were not disappointed. Our waiter, Wayne, was simply superb and the dinner followed suit. The views from the dining room were stunning, can't complain about viewing Mount Washington during sunset. If we're ever back in North Conway and looking for a great dinner then we'll be back for sure! read more

It was one of the best meals I've ever eaten. The service was great and the prices were appropriate. My husband had a salad and the chicken dish. I ate the sea scallops. The winter vegetables were carrots and beets; the starch was grains. Delicious. I can't wait to thank the person who recommended we try the 1785 Inn for dinner. read more

We stayed here overnight and had quite a relaxing experience. There were only 4 of the 17 rooms filled so we really had the place to ourselves. The floors are crooked and the wallpaper makes your eyes go a little crazy but the place is just so cute. They still had all of the Christmas decorations up in mid January and they were really beautiful. The innkeeper was very attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting by the fire and watching the football game on a Sunday night. We didn't sit at the bar because they served our drinks right in the 'living room'. The breakfast in the morning was delicious and the nice surprise of fresh cinnamon twists they give you upon sitting down for breakfast was great. Will definately return to this inn to stay overnight. Also they have a cross country skiing trail right across the road. read more

AVOID! I have been coming to the 1785 Inn once a year for the last seven years. My visit this past weekend however will be my last. I have never had an experience at a restaurant as bad as I had this weekend. I was all excited for my fancy night out to the 1785 Inn with my husband. We come once a year while we are skiing in North Conway and look forward to it every year. We started out with a couple beers, escargot, and the open faced ravioli - 7 years and we always get the same apps - so far so good. For entrees I ordered the sirloin and my husband the buffalo. We both order medium rare. Our waiter seem relieved and mentioned that the chef gets upset with them when people order well done - not a problem here I say, I like it moo'ing! My steak comes out and I tear into it.. It is so well done I can barely cut. The waiter, who was great, noticed and offered to have a steak cooked for me the way I requested. I thought it odd that my steak should come out well done since the chef refuses to cook it that way - but you know mistakes happen. Even though I will have to eat separate from my husband I am still not upset. My new steak comes out - here is where it goes down hill.. it is raw. Not rare - which I would eat. RAW! The waiter again noticed and is horrified now. He offers me a new one. I decline and say I am all set with any dinner. The waiter offers us desert. I usually don't sway but decide on the cheesecake. it was awful. It was even more well done than my first steak.. We had a romantic package with the inn next door and our meals were supposed to be included. The waiter comes with our check - and says they feel bad about my steak and have taken it off the bill -which would normally be fine, but we already prepaid through a package!! So actually I am the one losing money here... This does not add up - plus they charged us for my husbands dinner. Now I am mad. I ask to speak to a manager about the bill. The waiter comes back - no manager in tow. In fact he is no where to be found! The waiter informs us that both dinners are now taken off (as they should be because it was part of a package, plus our desert for our trouble. What!!!?? A $6 cheesecake does not make up for the $30 steak I prepaid for and did not eat due to the incompetency of your chef!! The waiter realizes that again, I am actually out money here for a dinner. He comes back and says our apps are taken off... still does not add up to our package I inform him. Again I ask to speak to the manager - still he does not come out. I don't know what this guy thinks I was going to do... I would not make a scene in his restaurant - but I did want to talk through the bill. The waiter comes back and tells us the bill is all set. No kidding?? As it should have been. We waited at the door for the manager - who still never came out to apologize. I worked in restaurants for a long time. Nothing has ever infuriated me more than this experience. Especially the part where the manager let his server do his dirty work. We were never offered an apology. You have lost what could have been a life long customer. In the end we still tipped your waiter what 20% of what the bill would have been before any certificates. Because that it the type of diners we are. We did not deserve this experience and you don't either. AVOID this awful establishment at all cost. read more

Breakfast alone was worth the trip! Full fare: eggs Florentine, bacon, home fries...blueberry pancakes...all served in a cozy sunroom with that gorgeous view! Affordable and charming accommodations with personality. We had the floor to ourselves, but the inn keeper was highly attentive and gracious. We especially enjoyed the walking trails behind the property. read more

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We were fortunate enough to find this Bed & Breakfast via a Google search, as we wanted a quaint place to celebrate our wedding anniversary while enjoying the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Boy, did we get lucky! The 1785 Inn has ambiance and a charming personality. While we never met Becky (but did enjoy her scrumptious breakfast!), Charlie was a most accommodating host. He literally brought us into the living room and opened the local newspaper to help find our entertainment for the evening. This was pure "Yankee hospitality." The 1785 Inn has a cozy bar for its patrons to unwind in the evening, but the overall area is so beautiful we felt being inside would have been a waste of time. Talk about beautiful: the view from The 1785 Inn's back-doors is breath-taking! In fact, there is a public "picture area" only a few hundred yards away which is an indication how picturesque the scenery is. I won't bore you with the Inn's historical lore (which is fascinating!). Suffice to write, this is a terrific, romantic getaway. I only regret that we didn't extend out stay, as both the Inn and area are naturally beautiful. read more

Great rustic atmosphere, beautiful mountain views, warm/welcoming staff, perfectly prepared food!"

Cozy old school inn with plenty of patrons. Food is decent but overpriced. We enjoyed the salmon and snail appetizers and the rabbit entree. The tableside Ceasar salad was generously sized but nearly devoid of anchovies. Wine list is good but again overpriced. Beer selection is pitiful. The waiter had no idea what beers were on hand, but just thought it was okay to bring me a warm glass of something he called "smokehouse" and charge me for it. Service was very slow and false friendly. Waiter tried hard to get us to order lots of the most expensive items including a very pricey game special. Frankly this area has several better restaurants and many that offer a better value for the money. read more

SUMMARY: Style over substance. The food is really not worth the price. PROS: Great views and New England charm. Friendly and attentive service. Cozy bar and great drink selection. Good desserts. CONS:Wildly inconsistent food. Others in our party came away satisfied, but my meal was really poor. The Maple Pecan salad consisted of a few paper-thin slices of apple, three pecans, some greens, and a sugary mess of a dressing (no maple). F- The seafood entree contained ONE BITE of lobster, two small shrimp, and a scallop. Basically an appetizer. The rest of it (beets, green beans, and pasta) was awful. The dessert was good. My wife gave me hers because she knew I was seething about the meal. BOTTOM LINE: Have a drink at the bar and eat somewhere else. If your spouse insists on eating here, stick to the lamb or duck. At least you won't feel like going postal afterward. read more

We had a terrific dinner. The half rack of lamb was perfectly done and reasonable priced ($19). Also, had caeser salad for two which was made at the table. It was easily one of the better salads we've had but the really best part of the meal was the blueberry pie. Home made crust with a layer of cream cheese, then blueberries topped iwth whipped cream. Definately worth the trip. read more