Western White Mountain Chamber

Basecamp of the White Mountains in New Hampshire

Where to Eat

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! We know you’re eager to spend it with family and friends, but may not be sure if you want to cook or dine out. In the Western White Mountains there’s one thing that remains constant–delicious dining options for this holiday. There’s plenty of ways to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal by letting our local restaurants do the work. You can enjoy your meal out, order complete to-go family style meals, or order just desserts, sides or appetizers to round out your own cooking. We’ve compiled a list of local restaurants and retail locations for you, please note that information may change or be updated. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

This page will be updated as we receive updates from our members. This page was last updated on 11/21/22

Adair Inn – Bethlehem, NH
603-444-2600 | adairinn.com
Plated 4-course menu with choice of options. Two seatings – 2:30pm and 6:30pm. Fixed price of $64 pp. (beverages and tax are not included, 20% auto gratuity will be applied to the bill). Reservations are required and a credit card will be placed on hold. Open to both the public and inn guests. Stay 2 nights and dinner for 2 is on us for any night you choose during your stay including Thanksgiving Thursday! For more information call 603-444-2600.

Common Man – Lincoln, NH
603-745-3463 | thecman.com
Thanksgiving meals to go! We cook, you enjoy at home. This Thanksgiving, we’re preparing your holiday meal that includes:
Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast with house-made pan gravy, Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce, Signature Stuffing, Country Mashed Potatoes, Maple-Roasted Butternut Squash, Garlicky Green Beans, Dinner Rolls & Butter Sweet Bread, Slice of Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon Whipped Cream. Meal for four $99.95 +tax or Meal for one $25.95 +tax. Thanksgiving Meal Enhancements for four: Glazed Ham for four $29.95 • Green Bean Casserole for four $19.95 • Sweet Potato Casserole for four $19.95 • Mac ’n Cheese for four $29.95 • Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Caramelized Onions for four $19.95. Full, House-Baked Pies: Apple $14.95 • Pecan $19.95 • Pumpkin $14.95

Franconia Inn – Franconia, NH
603-832-5542 | franconiainn.com
Thanksgiving Dinner is being served at 4:30pm and 6pm. The cost is $50 per person, and $25 per child under 10 years old. Please call the front desk for reservations.

Indian Head Resort – Lincoln, NH
800-343-8000 | indianheadresort.com/thanksgiving
Spend the weekend or just visit for the day. Enjoy Thanksgiving at your home away from home.
Deluxe Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner Thursday, November 24, 2022 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Persons 13+ $40 | 4-12 $20
Open to the public. Reservations strongly suggested for all parties. Please call 603-745-8000 to reserve your table.

Mountain Club on Loon – Lincoln, NH
800-229-7829 | mtnclub.com/dining/thanksgiving/
Enjoy a Grand Thanksgiving Buffet at the Season’s Dining Room at The Mountain Club on Loon. 12-6pm. Carving Station of prime rib, as well as traditional roasted turkey and pit smoked ham, mushroom stew, all the fixings, and a variety of desserts. This buffet is by reservation only and will fill up quickly. Please Call The Black Diamond Pub at 603-745-2244 Ext 5267 to make your reservation. When Making your Reservation please have ready the number of people in your party (Adults & children), If you are staying at the hotel, any potential allergies you may have, as well as a Credit card to hold your reservations. If you cancel within 48 hours of your reservation, we will charge your card 50% of buffet cost for your whole party. If you do not show up for your reservation the full amount will be charged to your card plus a 20% Gratuity. All Parties of 6 or More will be charged an Automatic 20% Gratuity. Thanksgiving Day Breakfast & Build Your Own Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar also available!

Owl’s Nest Resort – Thornton, NH
(603) 726-3076 option 2 | owlsnestresort.com/thanksgiving
Let us do all the heavy lifting for Thanksgiving this year! Pre-order a full turkey dinner cooked to perfection and ready to be heated up in the oven! Sliced turkey, gravy, whipped potato, green bean casserole, stuffing, cranberry sauce, dinner rolls, 1 apple & 1 pumpkin pie. $30 per person with a minimum of 4 people. Call (603) 726-3076 option 2 to order your Thanksgiving Meal Kit (instructions included!). Kits will be available for pickup after 2pm on Wednesday, November 24th. Deadline to order: November 17th.

Polly’s Pancake Parlor – Sugar Hill, NH
603-823-5575 x16 | pollyspancakeparlor.com
Polly’s Pancake Parlor is once again offering delicious baked goods to compliment your holiday cooking. Check out the full bakery list here and place your order by November 20th. Call in your order 603-823-5575 ext 16, and give them at least 24 hours in advance to bake it fresh for you. LOCAL PICK UP ONLY. We reserve the right to cut off ordering earlier than that depending on staffing. All Thanksgiving Orders must be picked up by 2PM on November 23th.

Rhythm Craft Beverages– Lincoln, NH
603-745-7550 | rhythmbeverages.com/
Try the newest craft beverage- Cider! Hard ciders are specially designed to be enjoyed with a meal. While you can drink Rhythm Ciders with any food, we have a few dish recommendations that pair perfectly with each of our cider flavors. Stop by the Studio in the Village Shops to sample and purchase the right cider for your holiday celebrations.

Seven Birches Winery – Lincoln, NH
603-745-7550 | sevenbirches.com
Have the staff at Seven Birches Winery help you pair the right wine with your holiday meal. Stop into the Winery Tasting Room at RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain or the Atrium Wine Bar for a tasting and to purchase a bottle or two. You can also have your wine choices shipped to your home. Don’t forget to browse their Holiday Gift Card Promotion, which also begins on Thanksgiving.

Sugar Hill Inn– Sugar Hill, NH
603-838-3229 | sugarhillinn.com
A traditional Thanksgiving buffet is available at the Sugar Hill with all the fixings! 12pm-3pm. $50 per person. Spots are filling up quickly – call the Inn for reservations.

Woodstock Inn Brewery – Woodstock, NH
603-745-3951 | woodstockinnbrewery.com
Have Thanksgiving Dinner with us! 12pm-6pm. Our family and staff are ready to welcome you and your friends and family, for a no stress, no clean up! Enjoy all the traditional thanksgiving menu items and more. Adults $36.95 pp & Kids under 12, $20.95 pp. Reservations accepted but not required, call 800-321-3985 to reserve your table.

Woodstock Pie & Coffee Company – Woodstock, NH
603-745-8800 | woodstockpieandcoffee.com
‘Tis the season to pre-order your Thanksgiving Pies! We will be open Wednesday 11/23 8am-5pm and Thursday 11/24 Thanksgiving Day 7am-12pm.
We are offering a limited menu this year due to a high volume of orders. Please choose from our holiday menu below! You can order online at https://woodstockpie.square.site/thanksgiving-ordering

 

Member Restaurants Closed on Thanksgiving:
Common Man
Gordi’s Fish & Steakhouse
One Love Brewery
Polly’s Pancake Parlor

 

 

What To Do After Skiing in the Western White Mountains

 

apres sk

During the winter months, the population explodes with skiers and snowboarders looking for first trackers on a powder day. Loon Mountain and Cannon Mountain draw thousands of people to the region every year for their awesome family-friendly skiing. After a long day on the slopes, there is still tons to do in the area to keep the whole family busy, while safely adhering to health regulations. Don’t let the fun end with the last chair, just make sure you know before you go! Each business has specific protocols in place to ensure everyone is kept safe. Please familiarize yourself with these safety measures so you are fully prepared. Head to granitestatesafe.com to learn more.

kids play

Burn Some Calories

Still have some energy to burn after skiing? Or, maybe you need a good stretch from a yoga class to feel ready to hit the powder stashes the next day. Live a Little Fitness is a fitness studio for all ages in the heart of Lincoln. The studio offers a variety of in-person studio classes and digital classes. Classes range from gentle yoga to barre to spin and just about everything in between. But, Live a Little Fitness isn’t your regular fitness studio, they specialize in kids’ activities! Kids need to play! Head over to Live a Little Fitness with the kiddos for the BEAM Playzone, which is an interactive video playground for kids of all ages. There’s also Kid’s Yoga Play and the new Studio Play. It’s fun for the whole family.

hot tub

Indoor Pool

Staying at one of the many resorts, hotels, and condos in town? Then you likely have access to an indoor or outdoor heated swimming pool! Nothing feels better after a long day of craving the freshly groomed trails at Loon or Cannon. Bonus points if the resort has a hot tub! Deer Park Resort, Indian Head Resort, InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook, and the RiverWalk Resort at the Loon Mountain are a few of the local resorts that all have a heated indoor pool (or maybe a heated outdoor pool!) and hot tubs for your enjoyment. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit!

wine tasting

Wine Tasting

Located in the heart of the RiverWalk Resort, the Seven Birches Winery has two tasting rooms for all your wine tasting. Serving red, white, and a few other colored (hello blueberry!) wines made right in Lincoln, you find a wine that tickles your taste buds just right. Sip at the bar and grab a wine flight or choose from two different wine tasting tours. Whatever you choose, you’ll leave warmer than you arrived.

beer tasting

Beer Tasting

For more adult fun, enjoy all the locally brewed beer in the Western White Mountains. The Woodstock Inn Brewery is one of the original craft breweries in New Hampshire. Growing from a small seven-barrel system to 30 barrels in over 20 years, the Wood Stock Inn brews a variety of brews with clever White Mountains names like 4000 Footer IPA, Pemi Pale Ale, and Lost River Light Ale.

Swing by the Twin Barns North Taproom for refreshing beers, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages. They welcome guests to bring their own food, encouraging the support of other local Main Street restaurants. However, if you get a little hungry while enjoying their beverages, they’ve got a great assortment of snacks for purchase.

Located in the Village Shops, One Love Brewery brews some delicious German-style beers. Not only are the beers, like Czech Your Head and Hoppoptomus Pale, great, but so is the food. You can order both take out food and beer!

massage

Massage

Soothe your sore muscles and relax at the spa. The Solstice North Day Spa in the RiverWalk Resort is a full-service spa that specializes in massage treatments. With seven licensed massage therapists, there is someone seven days a week to provide you with the perfect massage. The Mountain Club on Loon offers a luxurious menu of spa services such as massage, facials, and more. Add a little color to your nails with a manicure or pedicure! Curious about Reiki, call Stacey at Balanced Rock Bodyworks to help focus your energy.

apres ski

Après Ski

There is tons to do in the Lincoln-Woodstock area for the whole family or just the adults. Enjoy the many opportunities to break a sweat, relax, or enjoy delicious food and drink.

Unique Eats in the Western White Mountains

 

mtn club

The Western White Mountains is quickly becoming a culinary hotspot with lots of unique eateries for various options for the whole family. Choose from traditional après ski spots like the Mt Club or Gordi’s or enjoy a quick breakfast at the local bagel shop or bakery. There are a place and menu for everyone in the family!

common man lincoln

Common Man – Lincoln

After a day of skiing, head over to the Common Man in Lincoln and enjoy an après ski drink while you warm up in front of the massive stone fireplace while playing board games. Opened in 1985, the restaurant and bar have been a popular spot for visitors and locals alike. The extensive menu focuses on American cuisine, including all your favorites like prime rib, homemade mac and cheese, and their world-famous crab cakes. If you’re gluten-free, their special gluten-free menu is one of the best around the White Mountains. Just want to grab take-out and enjoy a meal on your couch in front of Netflix? You can order online and pick up curbside! 

 

moon bakery and cafe

The Moon Bakery & Café – Lincoln

Located in the heart of the Village Shops on Main Street in Lincoln, The Moon Bakery & Café serves New Hampshire roasted, fair-trade coffee and organic teas that pair perfectly with their delicious baked goods. Open seven days a week, you can grab a shot of espresso or a healthy smoothie before hitting the cross-country or hiking trails. Grab a pastry or sandwich and pack it in your backpack for later. Celebrating a birthday or special occasion in the Western White Mountains, order a custom cake! Did we mention that The Moon has free WIFI?

Gordi's

Gordi’s Fish & Steak House – Lincoln

A staple of Lincoln, Gordi’s Fish & Steak House is a Western White Mountain classic. Co-owned by Olympic skiers, Gordi and Karen Eaton, the whole restaurant pays homage to the North Country and the past and present ski heroes of the region. Located in the Depot Plaza, you’re greeted by a large carved lobster and a tank full of live Maine lobsters. Lobsters and seafood in the mountains probably aren’t what you expected, but their seafood is fresh and delicious! Don’t miss their other house specials such as the steak and burgers. No matter what you ordered, you’ll love the atmosphere of Gordi’s.

Mtn Club Loon

Mountain  Club – Loon Mountain

Ski-in and ski-out for incredible farm to table meals at Mt. Club at Loon Mountain. Work up an appetite by spending the morning shredding the fresh pow before heading to a late lunch or dinner featuring bold local flavors and epic mountain views. With a focus on local produce, bread, meats, and drinks, the menu changes monthly, but always showcase mouthwatering dishes. Start your dinner with a salad or appetizer before sinking your teeth into scallops, ribeye, or something else. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert!

White Mountain Bagel Co.

White Mountain Bagel Co – Lincoln

Start your mornings off right with a coffee and bagel at White Mountain Bagel Co. Serving homemade bagels baked fresh daily with the choice of your favorite cream cheese, you’ll have all the energy you need to bag the next peak or ski the glades. If you need something a little heartier, choose from their variety of egg sandwiches or lunch sandwiches. If you’re visiting for the week, purchase a dozen bagels and enjoy them all week for breakfast! Short of time while heading to the mountain, order ahead of time online and pick up curbside.

Woodstock Inn

Woodstock Inn Brewery – North Woodstock

The Woodstock Inn Brewery is one of the legends of the North Country. Featuring four bars in one, the Woodstock Inn truly defines the Western White Mountains spirit. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you can’t go wrong on the time of day you eat at the Woodstock Inn. The extensive menu features an eccentric mix of hearty and delicious dishes from burgers to salads to seafood and just about everything in between. The large restaurant with its multiple pubs consists of several rooms with varying décor focusing on the historic charm of the region.

One Love Brewery – Lincoln

One Love Brewery is a traditional German Lager House. Their beer is Master Crafted by owner and brewer Michael Snyder, who graduated from the The Seibel School in 2000. Michael has been a professional brewer for 20 years. His passion for German Lagers comes with years of experience and dedication. During your visit pair their beer with an item off their delicious menu including options for the gluten free visitors. One Love Brewery has expanded in the Village Shops this winter. Check out their Love Nest company store and enjoy a beverage in their 21+ cocktail lounge. One Love Brewery family has expanded to Plymouth, NH as well where you’ll find  “Blended” a juicery and smoothie shop and “Stir” a one love test kitchen and brewery. Both locations are at 61 Main Street, Plymouth NH.

No matter where you go in the Western White Mountains, there is always a delicious place to grab unique eats that will satisfy your taste buds.

All Aboard the Dinner Train!

All Aboard the Dinner Train!

For a truly unique dining experience in the Western White Mountains, book your tickets on the Café Lafayette Dinner Train in North Woodstock, New Hampshire. For two hours, you’ll enjoy a delicious five-course gourmet meal cooked by an award-winning chef while taking in the majestic views of the White Mountains.

nh dinner train

The Café Lafayette Dinner Train is currently in its 31st season of serving guests a unique experience in the Western White Mountains. Start your journey at the Train Station in North Woodstock, where you’ll receive your boarding pass and seating assignment. The Dinner Train consists of three unique cars. The Indian Waters car is a 1924 Pullman car featuring ornate woodworking, stained glass, and brass. The iconic car is often used during the fall months. Granite Eagle is a 1952 Pullman dome car and is one of the last dome cars remaining in the United States. During your booking, you have the option to choose the dome seating, which offers incredible panoramic views of the White Mountains. Algonquin is a 1954 Canadian National coach that was previously part of the trans-Canadian railway. No matter what train car you are seated in, you’ll enjoy the unique atmosphere.

white mountain dinner train

Once everyone is boarded and seated for dinner, the Café Lafayette Dinner Train will embark from the Train Station and begin its two-hour journey along the Boston-Maine Line spur through the Pemi River Valley. You’ll travel south through the woods, over three trestle bridges, through the Jack O’Lantern Golf Course, and finally to the turnaround point at a Christmas Tree farm in Thornton. While you’ll want to take in the beautiful scenery around you, you don’t want to miss what is right in front of you on your plate!

fine dining lincoln nh

All dishes served on the Café Lafayette Dinner Train are homemade by Executive Chef Robin Campbell, an award-winning Paris-trained chef from England who has cooked in some of the best restaurants in Las Vegas. Many of the ingredients are sourced locally in the greater White Mountains region, coming from places like Blackriver Forest and Serendipity Farm. The gourmet meal changes seasonally, and you’ll always have your choice of appetizer and entrée. Once guests are seated, your server will review the menu with you.

dinner train fine dining

Your choice of entrée will always include a chicken, fish, red meat, and vegetarian option. The Café Lafayette Dinner Train can modify and accommodate a variety of dietary needs with advanced notice. Dinner starts with homemade freshly out-of-the-oven rolls followed by an appetizer of your choice, soup, salad, entrée of your choice, and dessert. Each train car has a full bar with an extensive wine, beer, and special cocktail list.

dinner train drinks

The Café Lafayette Dinner Train is owned and managed locally by a husband and wife team. Ali will answer all your calls and greet you when you board the train while Michael handles all the train maintenance and tends bar in the evenings! Their small staff of servers and chefs are there to tend to all your needs. The Dinner Train does have a business casual dress attire, and children under the age of six are discouraged as two hours in one place may be difficult for the energetic little ones.

nh dinner train

The Café Lafayette Dinner Train operates from May through October on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but last-minute bookings may be available but must be made by phone. The train runs rain or shine, and it’s always beautiful on the tracks! The Café Lafayette Dinner Train is handicap accessible, it’s best to contact them in advance for the best seating option for you. For full details, pricing and current menus click here.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a unique experience in the White Mountains, visit their website, NHDinnerTrain.com to reserve a table.  Between the gourmet menu and incredible views of the Pemi River Valley, you won’t be disappointed (or hungry afterward)!

Family Getaways in the Western White Mtns for the Whole Family

Family Getaways in the Western White Mountains for the Whole Family

The western White Mountains of New Hampshire are an incredible year-round destination for family getaways. Home to some of the best skiing in New England, scenic hiking, and lots of great family-friendly activities, there’s plenty to keep you busy for a couple of days to several weeks. Multigenerational travel continues to become more popular, especially among the baby boomer population. Traveling with both younger and older relatives allows families to reconnect and make memories that will last a lifetime.

The Dead Man’s Hand: Murder Mystery Weekend in April

Murder Mystery Logo

Join us on April 7-8, 2018 for our 9th annual Murder Mystery Weekend in the Western White Mountains. This year, our theme is “The Dead Man’s Hand,” where a poker game ends in cold-blooded murder. Channel the likes of Scooby Doo, Gibbs and the rest of the NCIS team, and Sherlock Holmes and solve the crime of the century!

“During the weekly poker game in the back room of a local building the winning player leaves early. Several players are angry that they ‘didn’t have a chance to win their money back’ and suggest there might have been some cheating. An hour after the game breaks up flashing police lights surround the body of the early winner near his lodging. Beside the body are the cards from his winning hand. Who killed the unlucky winner? Was it a poor loser, an angry wife, the bookmaker, the loan shark, the “dame” who runs the illegal poker game, or did someone else have a motive?”

Murder Mystery Suspects

The annual Murder Mystery Weekend starts Saturday morning at Jean’s Playhouse where you will be introduced to all the characters, played by six local community members in costume, and handed a clue book and town map. The clue book and town map will provide you with some necessary information, like where to search for clues.

You’ll have all day Saturday to run around town searching for clues and interviewing suspects. There are over 20 different clues so bring your notepad and sleuthing hat! Don’t forget to visit the crime scene. If you have some lingering questions, you can mingle with all the suspects at the optional dinner event Saturday evening at the Indian Head Resort.

On Sunday morning, you’ll head back to Jean’s Playhouse for the reveal of the coroner’s report and death certificate. While the event is entirely free to play, you’ll have to pay $10 for an arrest warrant. The grand prize winner will win a weekend package in the Western White Mountains for use during the summer months. Additional names will be pulled from a hat for raffle prizes. All proceeds from the event are donated to the Western White Mountains Chamber of Commerce.

Once the suspect is revealed, the local police will show up and take him or her away in handcuffs! Last year over 200 people played the game, and we look forward to having much more this year! Our Annual Murder Mystery Weekend is the perfect excuse to visit Lincoln-Woodstock for the weekend. You’re guaranteed to have tons of fun!

Murder Mystery Weekend

Where to Stay for Murder Mystery

There are lots of great places to stay for all budgets. The Woodstock Inn in North Woodstock is always a favorite with 39 guestrooms in five historic buildings in town, you have tons of great options.  If you’re looking modern suites with views of the mountain, the Mountain Club on Loon is perfect for families needing a little more room. The Indian Head Resort has an outdoor heated pool and spa, game, and modern rooms just minutes from town.

Where to Eat While in Town for Murder Mystery

Running around town searching for clues will certainly work up an appetite. You’re not going to want to miss the suspect dinner on Saturday night that starts at 6pm at the Indian Head Resort. With a delicious full buffet, you can fill your belly while mingling with the suspects and trying to find new clues. The Woodstock Inn Station and Brewery serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Pair a delicious meal with a homebrewed craft beer on the patio. The Common Man is a local favorite since 1985. You’ll find plenty of American dishes, like prime rib, baked mac n’ cheese, and more, on the menu. Cozy up next to the fireplace with some parlor games for even more fun. Don’t forget about Gordi’s Fish and Steak. The menu is filled with all your hearty favorites.

What to Do While in Town for Murder Mystery

The Western White Mountains offers tons of great indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy year-round. Enjoy a morning yoga class at Live a Little Fitness in Lincoln or let the

kids burn off some serious energy on their Beam Play Zone. Go hiking on one of the numerous hiking trails in the area. The Lincoln Woods Trail is a picturesque riverside trail perfect for families with young kids or adults looking to take a short stroll in the woods. Alpine Adventures offers year-round fun on their three ziplines and off-roading experience on Barron Mountain in Woodstock.

Murder Mystery Weekend

Click here for the full Murder Mystery Weekend itinerary or to register for a weekend of sleuthing.

 

Visit the Western White Mountains during our 9th Annual Murder Mystery Weekend and see if you can solve the crime. Lincon-Woodstock has an abundance of excellent restaurants, bars, shopping, and hotels for the whole family. Come experience a local tradition and fall in love with our mountainside community.