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    The Century House

    3.7 (125 reviews)

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    THE CENTURY HOUSE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Lobster Roll Special.
    Roger K.

    This was the last restaurant we dined in as the pandemic hit, so it's been over four years since we've returned. What was the draw? Thursday Lobster Roll Special! Yes, you can save $10 off the normal menu price for a hot lobster roll with French Fries ($26.95 special price). The lobster was plentiful, tender, and tasty. Served on a New England style hot dog roll with minimal lettuce, a wedge of lemon, plenty of melted butter, and a side of perfectly cooked shoestring fries, this was a very enjoyable meal that we topped off with an Imperial pint of Guinness ($10) and a pint of Paradox Pilsner ($8). The only downside is the high level of noise from customers talking in the main dining room while it was about three-quarters full. There is nothing to absorb or soften the sound bouncing off the wood and brick walls.

    CAB House Burger
    Cade H.

    Stayed at the hotel and gave the restaurant a try. It's okay food. Not the best, but not the worst. I ordered a burger medium and it came well done and dry. The fries that came with it were so over cooked, they were essentially hollow potato chip tubes. I tried eating them, but quickly gave up. Maybe the worst part was the very cold air blowing from a vent above me on an already cold and rainy day. I was told it was broken, so we rearranged our seats so no one in our party had to be directly under it.

    Barbara C.

    Came to the Century house for a Christmas dinner. The parking lot in the front of the location was quite full it wasn't a large parking lot there was an additional overflow parking lot in the back adjacent to the hotel. I parked in the back parking lot but when you park in the back parking lot you have to walk through the hotel to get to the front to the restaurant so it's a little bit of a walk especially in heels and with Christmas gifts in tow. The restaurant it's self with pub like with a really pretty fireplace the lights were low on the restaurant was full again they don't check for your vaccine but they trust that you're either vaccinated are you wearing a mask. The service was excellent the space was welcoming it was warm and it was ample space in between dining tables. We started with an appetizer of Traditional Tavern Chips with Buffalo chicken. It was delicious The chips were crisp and they were not salty the chicken which season very well I was quite to see him moist. I ordered them Prime Rib Steak Sandwich which was shaved prime rib, dry sautéed mushrooms and onions with beer cheese sauce (on the side) and fries. The meat had a rank taste and was also very salty so I asked if I could exchange it. The server got the manager and the manager asked what was wrong and I repeated to her when I told the server and she said apologized and said I could have something else so I got the lobster roll with fries we drawn butter. The lobster roll was OK it tasted frozen and not fresh. All in all it was a good evening the service was great the location was nice, ambiance was great but my meal was not good.

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    Adrianne T.

    The ambience is so warm and cozy . Our server was a little odd but quite attentive and we never wanted for anything . Hubby and I had the 99.00 date night special which includes cocktail, house salad , prime rib with 3 stuffed shrimp. Mashed potatoes, popover, vegetables and dessert. Oh and basket of really good bread but served just tepid. The salad was huge, cold and fresh . The blue cheese dressing was good but a little more runny than we prefer and tasted a tad sweeter than I am used to. The prime rib was delicious ! The au jus was the best I have ever had and the horsey sauce was sumptuous. I wasn't too crazy about the popover . I think it's overkill for the dinner that already comes with bread . We had the chocolate mousse and lemon cake for dessert. The chocolate mousse was the hit ! So good . The lemon cake was not too shabby either.

    CAB Filet and Lobster Tail (Butcher Block Special)
    Ashlee D.

    I ordered room service during my stay in the hotel. I ordered the surf and turf (prime rib and a lobster tail) and they were unfortunately sold out of the prime rib. Instead, I got the CAB steak with a lobster tail. Yumm!!! It came with au jus, roasted potatoes, green beans and grape tomatoes. I also got their horseradish sauce on the side and I'm glad I did. It was cooked perfectly and so well seasoned! I am still thinking about it 5 days later. The one critique I would give is the room service ordering system. You call the restaurant and leave a message and the message tells you they only have 1 phone line so you may not get a confirmation call back for 25 minutes. They do encourage you to use their online food ordering system which is set up to order as pickup or delivery. I couldn't figure out how to order as room service so someone could bring it to me vs me having to walk there to get it. I ordered by leaving a message and waited for 25 minutes with no call back and no answer in the restaurant. Eventually I had to call the front desk and ask them to reach the restaurant for me so I could confirm my order was in. I have now eaten from the restaurant 3 times and love love love the steaks I've had!! I will genuinely drive 25 miles from my house to get this food on occasion. But if they could come up with a new slightly revised plan for their room service ordering system, that would definitely be a nice change.

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    Michael M.

    My wife and I went here for dinner after spending a few days in Cooperstown. It was recommended by a coworker that grew up in the area. We were seated quickly and the service was fantastic. The atmosphere was great. We were in and out in less than an hour. My wife and I both had the prime rib. I also had the lobster chowder. My only complaint was the amount of fat on my steak.

    Frances L.

    I had not been here for several years, but I am pleased to have become reacquainted at lunch today. The dining room is colonial, rustic, and charming. (See photos for details.) The floor is made up of old boards which look great but may contribute to the room being some what noisy as more and more tables became occupied. Reason for four stars instead of five. Party of three, we enjoyed the food which was plated nicely on striking white china. The attractive large cloth napkins were a welcome contrast to paper used at many places. Our waiter was excellent. Food: I had The New England which was a very good value at $13. considering the quality of the food. The Lobster Chowder was fantastic, decadent actually. I wanted more than a cup which came with the lunch. I was able to swap a green salad for the pasta salad which was very nice. My husband had a Sirloin Tip Open Face Sandwich that came with A+ Potato Wedges. My daughter had the Mean Green vegetarian lunch. The rolls were fresh and crusty just the way we like them. My photos include one of the lunch menu (there were four specials) and several of the food. Happy to support this traditional, independently owned well established place! Will return soon.

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    Was staying at the century house hotel and needed close place to have dinner. Nothing beats a nice steak and good drinks.

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    It's our special occasion go-to! The food, service & ambience never disappoint We always look forward to returning.

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    Ask the Community - The Century House

    Does Century House serve Christmas Dinner?

    They are closing permanently on December 20th.

    Does Century House serve Thanksgiving dinner that can be picked up?

    According to the website, take out meals will be offered from Nov. 23 to Jan. 6.

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