Where to eat American food in Franconia: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 1, 2020 Joeann Galban

Reviews on American food in Franconia, New Hampshire, United States. Franconia is a town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 1,104 at the 2010 census. Set in the White Mountains, Franconia is home to the northern half of Franconia Notch State Park. Parts of the White Mountain National Forest are in the eastern and southern portions of the town. The Appalachian Trail crosses the southern part.
Things to do in Franconia

10. Cold Mountain Cafe

2015 Main St, Bethlehem, NH 03574-4966 Cafe, American, International, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Full Bar, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs [email protected] +1 603-869-2500 http://www.coldmountaincafe.com/
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4 based on 385 reviews

Cold Mountain Cafe

Reviewed By 125peterm

What a great recommendation from our host at Sugar Hill Inn. We had not booked on what we thought was a quiet Wednesday night and were fortunate to get in. We enjoyed a delicious, fresh meal based on local produce. Attentive and friendly staff, a perfect meal.

9. Lovetts Inn

1474 Profile Rd, Franconia, NH 03580-5206 American Breakfast, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Table Service [email protected] +1 603-823-7761 http://www.lovettsinn.com/dining.html
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4 based on 20 reviews

Lovetts Inn

Reviewed By bb_mccaw

Jim and Janet own and run a well-restored historic home as a charming B&B, worthy of a stay if you are visiting the White Mountains.But this review is about their restaurant and Janet's remarkable skills as its chef. In a word: perfect! And this is from a reviewer who has experienced some really good restaurants in Manhattan.Janet opens this fine restaurant only a few days a week, and it has a small menu. But don't let that fool you. Janet prepares everything to perfection. She shops for perfect, fresh in-season ingredients, and through her magic, brings out their very best. This is a good New England kitchen and you can pretty much close your eyes and be happy with anything your finger points to, from soup and salads, to entrees and desert selection. 'Tis better to prepare a small excellent menu, than an undistinguished large menu.At dinnertime, Jim will bring you wines by the bottle or glass, if you wish, from a carefully curated collection. The house merlot is my favorite.Come for dinner. Or come for the night. You won't be disappointed.

8. Dutch Treat Restaurant

208 Main St, Franconia, NH 03580-4826 American, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 603-823-8851 http://www.facebook.com/The-Dutch-Treat-140810335938911
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3 based on 218 reviews

Dutch Treat Restaurant

Reviewed By Kenneth R

Me and a buddy of mine stopped here for a late lunch.I had the fish and chips and he had the chicken-fried steak.The fish I ordered was cooked perfectly .There were 3 big pieces along with a generous amount of crispy fries.We actually had our meal at the bar.I wish I had asked the bartender what his name was,as he was a genuinely nice guy who was very attentive to all our needs.In closing,I would definitely come back again!

7. Inn at Sunset Hill Restaurant

231 Sunset Hill Rd, Sugar Hill, NH 03586-4233 Bar, American Breakfast, Dinner Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Reservations, Private Dining, Parking Available [email protected] +1 603-823-7244 http://www.innatsunsethill.com/
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4 based on 107 reviews

Inn at Sunset Hill Restaurant

The Restaurant at Sunset Hill is an award winning Chaine des Rotisseurs Restaurant with 7 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence. Under the direction of internationally acclaimed Chef de Cuisine Brill Williams, you'll enjoy classics and local products, and t

Reviewed By 55bryntravel

Excellent food very good selection you need to go early as it quickly fills up. The service was excellent and the selection of wines and beverages very good

6. Franconia Inn

1300 Easton Rd, Franconia, NH 03580-4921 American, Contemporary Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 603-823-5542 http://www.franconiainn.com/dining.php
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4 based on 54 reviews

Franconia Inn

Reviewed By Robert S

Food was slightly above average, with good service, as well as moderate portions and price. Place was preparing to close for the winter and it showed. Best feature was the colonial inn aspect and beautiful grounds.

5. Plain Kates Riverside Saloon

729 Main St, Franconia, NH 03580-4807 American, Bar, Pub Dinner, Lunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +1 603-823-5500 https://www.facebook.com/PlainKatesInc/
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4 based on 33 reviews

Plain Kates Riverside Saloon

Plain Kate's Riverside Saloon and All-Ways Inn is a family friendly restaurant and inn. We provide quality food, full bar and super friendly service. Customers can either sit in our main dining hall, our more private lounge or outside in our patio area ov

Reviewed By doublemdoublet

TIP: The best Pizza in town is here on Monday night - Pizza Night. The White Tomato Basil pizza has garlic, ricotta and mozzarella. Delicious. Decent price: 16" is 16 bucks. Take Out, too, although the murals are absolutely stunning. Great interior that really brands the unique location of Franconia.

4. Horse and Hounds Inn

205 Wells Rd, Franconia, NH 03580-5148 American Dinner, Breakfast Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Full Bar, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +1 800-450-5501 http://www.horseandhoundnh.com/
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4 based on 103 reviews

Horse and Hounds Inn

Reviewed By msudeno83

We loved our stay, and wished we could have stayed longer! Doug was an excellent host. Our room was small, but had everything we needed. The library/study area had plenty of seating, as well as complimentary coffee, books, and board games. There was even complimentary brandy! The house itself was so nice and so well maintained. The grounds are beautiful, and if it wasn’t raining the day we went we would have enjoyed them more.Great B&B, would highly recommend.

3. Sugar Hill Inn

116 Route 117, Sugar Hill, NH 03586-4506 American, International Dinner Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 603-823-5621 http://sugarhillinn.com/the-culinary-experience
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4 based on 86 reviews

Sugar Hill Inn

Sugar Hill Inn is a romantic getaway known for culinary adventure. We have a European philosophy about dining. The table is yours for the evening. Take your time to enjoy the candlelight, cozy fire and amazing views with the combination of great food, win

Reviewed By DeeEss

My wife and I had dinner at the Sugar Hill Inn during a recent visit to the White Mountains. This was our second dinner here -- the first was during our last visit two years ago (see my previous review). We were very impressed the first time and knew we'd be back, and were equally impressed this time.I made reservations on OpenTable (reservations are necessary during foliage season), and we were seated immediately. During our last visit we noticed they had two EV chargers in the small parking lot (Tesla and Clipper Creek), and this time we used one of them during dinner.We did the four-course prix fixe dinner again ($69 per person). For the first course, we both had the trio of soups (broccoli, corn, and split pea), for the second course, we both had the acorn squash salad; for the main course, my wife had the lamb chop & sausage and I had the cranberry crusted pork tenderloin (daily special); for dessert, my wife had the ginger creme brulee and I had the cherry pie with vanilla bean ice cream. We were also served an amuse bouche, seared tuna with butternut squash, between the first two courses, as well as bread with warm olives.All the food was delicious, and our waitress provided excellent service (I don't recall her name). The pacing between courses was very slow, but we weren't in a hurry. We had a bottle of St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel with dinner, which we liked.Sugar Hill Inn is one of our new favorites in the area, and we'll definitely be back during our next visit.

2. Polly's Pancake Parlor

672 Route 117 Hildex Maple Sugar Farm, Sugar Hill, NH 03586-4222 American Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Free Wifi, Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 603-823-5575 http://www.pollyspancakeparlor.com/
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4 based on 920 reviews

Polly's Pancake Parlor

Reviewed By Modernizing

A friend and I came here on the recommendation of a local who said it was a beautiful drive and a great end destination. The fall views are amazing. We both thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast and the service was great. Do the pancake sampler, the pancakes are about 3 inches across, so not too big that you cannot enjoy the sampler. The service was friendly and helpful.They take reservations during the week (not on weekends). We did not have one and the wait was not too tong. This is definitely a must do stop!

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1. Adair Country Inn Restaurant

80 Guider Ln, Bethlehem, NH 03574-4327 American Dinner, Breakfast Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Parking Available, Table Service [email protected] +1 603-444-2600 http://www.adairinn.com/dining.shtml
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4 based on 81 reviews

Adair Country Inn Restaurant

Reviewed By DonP08861

The Adair Inn makes dinning special - we recently celebrated one of our close friend’s birthday with dinner at the Adair and it was terrific. The food and service was great and they made our birthday guest feel very special with a handwritten birthday notecard and a split of Prosecco. The Adair’s food shows imagination, it’s priced right and you can’t ask for a more beautiful dinning setting.We can’t wait to go back for another dinner!

Top 10 restaurants in Franconia, United States

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