The Bob House (formerly Grille 25)

[patman]

We went there for dinner last night with another couple

Food: 7 - fairly good
Service: 3 - pretty bad

We waited about 10 minutes before being seated. The hostess said she was setting up the table for us, but when she led us in...there was nothing on the table, so I'm not sure what we were waiting for. We sat at a table in the lounge area (very VERY loud, in hindsight a big mistake on our part for not waiting for a table in the dining room) and waited another 10 minutes. Someone from the bar then came over to take our drink orders, 3 glasses of wine and a soda. Then we waited another 15 minutes for the drinks to arrive. A little while after that the waitress came over and took our 4 orders: 2 entrees both with side salads, 1 sandwich with no salad, 1 bowl of soup as the main course with a wedge salad.

After about 15 minutes the salads came out...salads that we assumed were the side salads, followed by...another side salad. The boy who delivered them was 12 or 13 years old, and obviously just doing what he was told, and not prepared to answer questions like "is this a wedge salad or a side salad?" He didn't know, he was just delivering things.

By this time the drink glasses were empty, and...there were no offers to get another round, despite the fact that we were sitting about 6 feet from the bar.

Another 20 minutes passed after we had finished the salads, and the main courses came out...delivered by the boy again, this time with the waitress in tow. 2 entrees...the sandwich...and...another salad placed next to the salad plate that hadn't been cleared away yet. The waitress first said "yes, that's what you ordered", then said "Oh, I see what they did, they put the crab on the salad." Crab??? A few minutes later she whisked back with a cup of soup...I mean that literally...there was maybe 8oz of soup. She disappeared again after that. If that is a bowl of soup, that's a pretty small bowl. If that's the way it's supposed to come out, a heads-up from the waitress on the "I'd like the soup for my main course" request would seem justified.

I found out later that the waitress was spending a fair amount of her time at a table (behind me) talking with some friends there.

We finished our dinners...the food was fairly good...and waited. Still no offers of another round of drinks, and after we had been done for 20 minutes or so, the waitress came by and asked if we wanted dessert (no) and then said she'd get the check for us. The check arrived, and the total for 2 $14 entrees, 1 $8 sandwich, the soup, 3 salads, and 1 round of drinks was...$92.

We arrived at about 6pm...and left around 8. 2 hours is a bit long for such a simple dinner, not to mention the order mistakes, and zero drink service. The price was way out of line as well. The food was fairly good, but...sorry folks, we're not going back.

[VitaBene]

Originally Posted by patman

We went there for dinner last night with another couple

Food: 7 - fairly good
Service: 3 - pretty bad

We waited about 10 minutes before being seated. The hostess said she was setting up the table for us, but when she led us in...there was nothing on the table, so I'm not sure what we were waiting for. We sat at a table in the lounge area (very VERY loud, in hindsight a big mistake on our part for not waiting for a table in the dining room) and waited another 10 minutes. Someone from the bar then came over to take our drink orders, 3 glasses of wine and a soda. Then we waited another 15 minutes for the drinks to arrive. A little while after that the waitress came over and took our 4 orders: 2 entrees both with side salads, 1 sandwich with no salad, 1 bowl of soup as the main course with a wedge salad.

After about 15 minutes the salads came out...salads that we assumed were the side salads, followed by...another side salad. The boy who delivered them was 12 or 13 years old, and obviously just doing what he was told, and not prepared to answer questions like "is this a wedge salad or a side salad?" He didn't know, he was just delivering things.

By this time the drink glasses were empty, and...there were no offers to get another round, despite the fact that we were sitting about 6 feet from the bar.

Another 20 minutes passed after we had finished the salads, and the main courses came out...delivered by the boy again, this time with the waitress in tow. 2 entrees...the sandwich...and...another salad placed next to the salad plate that hadn't been cleared away yet. The waitress first said "yes, that's what you ordered", then said "Oh, I see what they did, they put the crab on the salad." Crab??? A few minutes later she whisked back with a cup of soup...I mean that literally...there was maybe 8oz of soup. She disappeared again after that. If that is a bowl of soup, that's a pretty small bowl. If that's the way it's supposed to come out, a heads-up from the waitress on the "I'd like the soup for my main course" request would seem justified.

I found out later that the waitress was spending a fair amount of her time at a table (behind me) talking with some friends there.

We finished our dinners...the food was fairly good...and waited. Still no offers of another round of drinks, and after we had been done for 20 minutes or so, the waitress came by and asked if we wanted dessert (no) and then said she'd get the check for us. The check arrived, and the total for 2 $14 entrees, 1 $8 sandwich, the soup, 3 salads, and 1 round of drinks was...$92.

We arrived at about 6pm...and left around 8. 2 hours is a bit long for such a simple dinner, not to mention the order mistakes, and zero drink service. The price was way out of line as well. The food was fairly good, but...sorry folks, we're not going back.

That is crazy, but unfortunately it seems to be a common theme with the BH. I will say. it is the busiest restaurant (IMO based on vehicles in the parking lots) from Meredith to Moultonborough. They must be doing something right, I guess.

[rrr]

On Saturday night we were meeting friends for dinner - earlier in the day when the discussion turned to where, I threw out a few options: Woodshed, The Restaurant, Pine Cone... I was out of the room though when the decision was made - The Bob House. My immediate reaction was disappointment based on the reviews I've seen here.

Service: We got there about 5:45 and the parking lot was pretty full. Walked in and there were several people at the hostess station in front of us. They were seated quickly and so were we. The young lady that seated us told us that she would be our server and immediately took our drink order. There were 2 empty tables in the dining room and 1 in the lounge. She came right back with our drinks and offered to take our order. I needed a bit more time. As soon as I closed my menu she came back. We placed our orders - 3 soups, 1 salad and 4 entrees. The soups and salads arrived pretty quickly, there was a short pause and then our entrees arrived. We got one dessert with four forks, coffee and tea - and were in the car at 7:10. When I saw the clock in the car, I thought wow that was fast - but I never felt rushed.

Food: I had the french onion soup (my favorite on a cold windy night), it was piping hot and the flavor was just okay. The other soup and the salad were well received. Entrees - 2 veal and 2 steaks and all were very pleased. The veal was cut with a fork tender - really good. Nobody really wanted dessert - but it somehow evaporated...

I went in expecting to be disappointed but came out pleasantly surprised. I would go back.

[VitaBene]

I went to the Bob House a week or so ago and thought it was very good. We sat at the bar and the service was great. Good wines by the glass. The food was real good and the wait time for it was fine as well.

We will be back. Should be a good sled destination.

[WINNOCTURN]

Originally Posted by VitaBene

I went to the Bob House a week or so ago and thought it was very good. We sat at the bar and the service was great. Good wines by the glass. The food was real good and the wait time for it was fine as well.

We will be back. Should be a good sled destination.

Vita,

The Moultonboro Snowmobile Club has chosen the Bob House for it's 2009-2010 Monthly Dinner Meetings. Yes there is direct trail access.

Check the following link for Dates and Menu.

http://www.moultonborosmc.org/Events.htm

[VitaBene]

Since my last post we have visited the BH a few times. The food is very good and reasonably priced. We have had great service regardless of whether we were in the bar area or restaurant.

The owner Trish is great with the kids. The last time we were in she pulled out this ginger bread house kit for the kids to work on.

[hazelnut]

Well, I finally tried "The Bob House" tonight.

So a long lost friend of mine and I wanted to meet up after almost 20 years of not seeing each other. He was in Ossipee with his family and I was in Meredith. I was wracking my brain for a place that was somewhat halfway between us. "The Bobhouse" was the name that popped into my head. So I suggested it and the 8 of us, 4 adults and 4 children decided to meet there.

I have to say I really enjoyed it. The hostess sat us in what amounted to a private room, really a little alcove but it was perfect. The 4 little ones were so excited because we had our own little area. FYI for all of you parents this restaurant is actually VERY kid friendly. Plenty of coloring books, games, toys, cards, etc. I was very impressed.

The service was not the fastest I have ever had but the attitude of the servers made up for it. They were friendly and accurate. Accuracy more than makes up for speed IMO.

Food was good. The Tackle Box Seafood platter that my wife and I had was awesome. The Prime Rib my friend had looked good and the kids meals all were great.

All in all a very good impression. The bar scene looked like it was thriving. I will DEFINITELY be putting this place on the list of Snowmobile stops.

Bottom line: Try it you'll like it.

Positives: Good Food, Good Atmosphere, Good Staff Attitude, Good Prices

Negatives: Somewhat slow-ish service

[tis]

Reading this post made me think of LovelyToSeeYou. I wonder what happened to her???

[wifi]

Originally Posted by tis

Reading this post made me think of LovelyToSeeYou. I wonder what happened to her???

But only if Hazelnut mentions lobster rolls.

[jeffatsquam]

Originally Posted by tis

Reading this post made me think of LovelyToSeeYou. I wonder what happened to her???

Oh I think shes still here all indacations point to some good coaching and a do over. I'll let you try and figure it out.

[Bluebell]

Originally Posted by jeffatsquam

Oh I think shes still here all indacations point to some good coaching and a do over. I'll let you try and figure it out.

This was too easy

[Yosemite Sam]

Originally Posted by hazelnut

Well, I finally tried "The Bob House" tonight.

So a long lost friend of mine and I wanted to meet up after almost 20 years of not seeing each other.

I think if I hadn't seen a long lost friend for almost twenty years and he/she was as close to me as Ossipee, I would have invited them over to my house and cooked them a real nice fancy meal. Pop the cork on some of my expensive wine, lit the fireplace, and have a real good time together.

However I am glad that you all enjoyed you meals at the Bob House.

[hazelnut]

Originally Posted by Yosemite Sam

I think if I hadn't seen a long lost friend for almost twenty years and he/she was as close to me as Ossipee, I would have invited them over to my house and cooked them a real nice fancy meal. Pop the cork on some of my expensive wine, lit the fireplace, and have a real good time together.

However I am glad that you all enjoyed you meals at the Bob House.

Yosemite, the difference between you and I is that I have three kids under 7 years old. Cooking a nice dinner with the kids running around isn't in the cards. It was a whole lot easier letting someone else do it and then they had to clean it up after.

[sa meredith]

I've been twice and really liked it both times. I hope they do well. I found the prices to be very reasonable.
Glad you had a good time.
Catching up with old friends is always a pretty cool thing...

[SIKSUKR]

Glad they didn't pour pepper in your kids plate!Have not heard much negative since that early on alleged incident.

[Pepper]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Glad they didn't pour pepper in your kids plate!Have not heard much negative since that early on alleged incident.

I suspect the folks there were most likely enchanted by Hazelnut's children - I know I was when I had the opportunity to serve them as they dined. His children are the ones every restaurant owner dreams of!

[hazelnut]

Originally Posted by Pepper

I suspect the folks there were most likely enchanted by Hazelnut's children - I know I was when I had the opportunity to serve them as they dined. His children are the ones every restaurant owner dreams of!

Awww thank you so much I am very flattered. You left quite an impression on them as well. "FREE COOKIES!!!"

As for "The Bobhouse," they had a ton of toys and coloring books as well as the card game UNO, I never heard a peep out of my kids. Oh yeah one more thing, they brought the kids meals first. Always a good idea.

[KonaChick]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Glad they didn't pour pepper in your kids plate!Have not heard much negative since that early on alleged incident.

Awwwww SIKSUKR I guess you just can't help yourself. As far as the Bobhouse, with all these glowing reviews I just might have to try them again. I promise to leave my kids at home if they promise to hold the pepper!!

[SIKSUKR]

Originally Posted by KonaChick

Awwwww SIKSUKR I guess you just can't help yourself. As far as the Bobhouse, with all these glowing reviews I just might have to try them again. I promise to leave my kids at home if they promise to hold the pepper!!

Sorry Kona. That was a bit of a cheap shot. Apology forwarded.

[NHKathy]

Went to The Bob House for the first time last Saturday night, 04/24
We were seated right away -loved the atmosphere of the dining room, especially the big fish tank.
The Calamari appetizer was great, for entree my hubby had the Chicken Marsala (excellent) and I had The Tackle Box Sampler (also excellent),
Our food was served quickly and very fresh and we had plenty to take home for lunch the next day!
Prices were very reasonable - we will definitely return!

[sa meredith]

Went to The Bob House Sunday, late afternoon/early evening. This was the second time I have been, and I have to say, both times were perfect. This really is a neat little place, and I strongly recommend it for anyone who has not yet given it a try. Worth the drive from where ever you are on the lake.
We sat in the bar, and the service was great, the food very good, the prices VERY reasonable, and the atmosphere fantastic.
They recently added an outdoor deck, so now you can eat outside, if that is your sort of thing (not mine).
Also, there is now a sitting area, with sofas and living room type furniture. I think this is new, as I don't recall seeing it last year.
Anyway...I know in the past there have been posts that mentioned "iffy" service at peak hours, but I experienced none of that.
The Bob House really has a lot to offer.
By the way, I added a salad to my dinner...and it was much better then some run of the mill avarage dinner salad. Lots and lots of stuff on it. Give it a try.

[matcol]

Was up visiting over the long weekend and stopped by Friday night with my wife and three of our friends who were visiting the area for the first time. I grew up in town but unfortunately only get back up there a few times a year. Service was excellent! Even though they were quite busy, we were seated immediately and had our drinks/apps order taken within a couple of minutes. Waitress was very sweet and personable. You have to try the nachos! I'm very picky when it comes to nachos and these passed the test with flying colors! All of our meals and salads were delicious as well. Will definately stop in again the next time I'm in town.

[WakeboardMom]

There are not a lot of "pub" type restaurants around the lake, and for that reason alone, I like the Bob House. Beyond that, we've always had great service (we always sit in the bar), the waitresses are personable, and Kevin (the bartender) is awesome. Prices are reasonable and the food is very good.

I'm not sure how often we'll get there in the summer, as it's not a good "boat" destination, but I highly recommend it!