Waterfront Dining

Waterfront Dining - NH Statewide

Any meal is special when you’re sitting alongside a lake, river, an historic harbor or the mighty Atlantic. Waterfront dining, like lodging, takes many forms in New Hampshire and menus are as diverse as ripples in the water. Bountiful breakfasts, scrumptious brunches, quick and leisurely lunches, and end of day meals offer omelets, steaks and seafood, raw bars, soups, salads and sandwiches, burgers, lobster rolls and clam chowder. Enjoy local craft beer, wines and specialty cocktails. Once recharged, head out for everything New Hampshire has in store.

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2 places to visit

Naswa Resort

Brilliantly crafted cuisine, creative cocktails will draw you to this restaurant with lake views

1086 Weirs Boulevard Laconia, NH 03246 603-366-4341

Enjoy exceptional Lake Winnipesaukee dining at The NASWA Resort, where fresh seafood, lake views, and family friendly menus come together. The Blue Bistro is our signature waterfront restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner with options ranging from perfectly cooked Angus steaks and seafood specialties to creative vegetarian dishes and a full kids’ menu. Start your morning with guest favorites like the Big Wake, Egg McMakris, or Caribbean French Toast. For casual lakeside lunch or dinner, visit the NazBar & Grill—our beachfront bar known for tropical cocktails, lobster rolls, burgers, and unbeatable sunset views. Finish your day with classic New England entrées and homemade desserts. Whether you’re looking for romantic waterfront dining or a relaxed beach bar, The NASWA offers one of the best dining experiences on Lake Winnipesaukee.

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Steele Hill Resorts

Discover mouthwatering meals paired with the Lakes Region’s most spectacular panoramas

516 Steele Hill Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 603-524-0500

Perched atop Steele Hill in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Steele Hill Resorts overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam with the White Mountains rising beyond. Accommodations range from well-appointed hotel rooms to spacious suites, all with easy access to the resort’s extensive amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, fitness facilities, and miles of walking trails. Dining is a highlight at the resort’s Hilltop Restaurant, where large windows frame sweeping lake views. Guests enjoy all-American comfort food, from hearty breakfasts to thoughtfully prepared dinners. Pair your meal with a local craft brew or signature cocktail, then unwind next door at Tova’s Tavern—featuring a cozy fireplace and full bar service. Don’t miss their popular weekend breakfast buffet.

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