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The Local Area: eating & drinking

Grafton, New Hampshire is a quiet country town; not exactly a culinary destination!  However if you want to enjoy breakfast or lunch out, grab subs on the way to a hike, pick up takeout after a full day of adventuring, or stop for a tasting at a hilltop winery -- you're in luck!

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And if your vacation includes daytrips within the broader region, we have a bunch more recommendations for you too... read on!

Food & Drink Nearby

Although Grafton is a rural area; there are a few quaint markets, restaurants, & a winery within 15 mins.

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Danbury Country Store, Danbury NH

Offers a gas station, Boarshead deli, packaged baked goods & ice cream, local gifts/crafts/souvenirs, and limited groceries.

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Order in-person or call ahead for subs.

Vegetable Market
Canaan Farmer's & Artisans Market

Outdoor market featuring local foods, crafts & entertainment every Sunday 10am-2pm from late-May through early-October.

 

During the Winter there is an indoor market once-per-month.

Wine Toasting
Haunting Whisper Vineyard & Spirits, Danbury NH

A family-owned winery & distillery on a hilltop 75 acre property with lake & mountain views.  Their tasting room is open May-Oct; products can be purchased curbside (order online for curbside pickup) anytime of year.

Fried Calamari
Chappy's Restaurant, Canaan NH

American food in a casual setting; breakfast, lunch, coffee & baked goods.  Open 7 days a week from 6am to 2pm.

Grilled Chicken
Poor House BBQ, Canaan NH

Offering slow--cooked BBQ, bar food apps, & house made desserts.  Check their FB page for schedule of live music, trivia nights, & karaoke.  Open Thurs-Sun 11am-9pm.

Margherita Pie
Canaan Village Pizza, Canaan NH

Quintessential small town pizza shop offering dine-in & takeout pizza, pasta, subs & salads.  Open 7 days a week from 11am-9pm.

Steak Sandwich
Jake's Market & Deli, Canaan NH

A family-owned local gas station & convenience store offering their own locally roasted fresh coffee, breakfast & lunch sandwiches made-to-order, burgers, salads, grocery items & craft beer.

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Golden Ming, Canaan NH

Classic small town Chinese restaurant offering dine-in & takeout.

More Food & Drink Options

If you're venturing out for daytrips in the broader area, here are some great recommendations for options within a 35 min drive.

Pizza
Three Tomatoes Trattoria, Lebanon NH

Longstanding cozy restaurant serving wood-fired pizza & other Italian staples in an intimate backdrop with a bar. Locally-sourced ingredients.  Indoor & outdoor seating.​

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Open daily.

Irish Pub Guinness Beer
Salt Hill Pub, Lebanon NH

Irish-American comfort food, Guinness, craft beers, and live music in a lively, comfortable atmosphere.

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Open daily; check website for hours & calendar of events.

Fried Chicken Breast Sandwich
The Refinery, Andover NH

Specializes in freshly smoked BBQ meats, as well as quality steaks and fish available for purchase in our market (raw) and as menu items.

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Open Wednesday-Saturday.

Cutting Bread
King Arthur Bakery Cafe, Norwich VT

The flagship store, bakery & cafe for the King Arthur Baking Company offers a delicious breakfast & lunch menu, breads, savory baked goods, & sweet treats in a baker's paradise.

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Open daily; check website for event calendar.

Salmon Fillet
Oak & Grain, New London NH

Upscale New England cuisine in a historic venue, within a lake view dining room (Pleasant Lake). Fresh, high quality ingredients from local farms & their own herb garden.

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Open Wednesday-Sunday.

Steak Skillet
Kitchen 56, Enfield NH

A riverfront restaurant with a wide variety of chef-prepared dishes ranging from fish & chips, to BBQ & prime rib, to pastas & salads

 

Open Tues-Saturday.

Tacos
Cielito Mexican Restaurant, Bristol NH

Authentic Mexican cuisine in a casual setting, with a drink menu of tequilas, margaritas, wine & beer.

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Open daily.

Fish & Chips Plate
Baited Hook at Masacomoa Lake, Lebanon NH

A family-owned lakeside restaurant serving apps, fried seafood, lobster rolls, burgers & sandwiches, and ice cream.

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Open year round w/ limited winter hours; check website for current hours.

Beer Tasting
Shacketts Brewing Company, Bristol NH

Artisanal craft beers with a pub menu.

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Closed Tuesdays.

Cappuccino
Lucky's Coffee Garage, Lebanon NH

Multi-roaster specialty coffee shop, bakery & cafe located in a renovated, historic 3-bay garage.  Indoor & outdoor seating.​

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Closed Tuesdays & most holidays.

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