pickety place

1peacefrog

I've been to Pickety Place a few times over the years. This year we celebrated Thanksgiving with a meal at Pickety Place one day early.The menu is a fixed menu each month with 2 different entree choices. There are no words to adequately describe the food. It's gourmet quality with herbs from the gardens at Pickety Place. The raspberry tea is delicious. The cost for the entire meal is $22 which is truly a bargain for such great food in such a special setting.We arrived at Pickety Place in the middle of a snow storm (which made it all the more beautiful). It's a bit of a journey "over the river and through the woods" but it is most certainly worth it. Highly recommended!

28AnnMarie

I joined 2 friends for a special occassion lunch at the end of October. The menu changes monthly, with a choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian main course. Otherwise, it is a fixed price 4 course meal, with beverage choices. There are 3 seatings for lunch. I understand you can bring your own wine, if desired. We went to the greenhouse and giftshop and a dinner bell was rung when the next seating was to begin. It was about 30 minutes beyond our reserved time, so it is not a place to come to in a hurry. It is a place to dine. The service was perfect, the food well prepared and interesting, as well as delicious. We enjoyed the grounds and the buildings.

991juliew

I brought my grandmother and granddaughter to Pickety Place to celebrate their birthdays, 87th and 4th. It was a perfect choice. This home is the setting for the 1955 Little Golden Book version of Red Riding Hood. They have a museum room with the wolf in grandmother's cap all tucked into a four post bed. All of the rooms's contents are from that time period. My granddaughter was amazed! They have three gift shops and beautiful gardens to explore. When the dinner bell rings you are served a five course lunch. They make use of the herbs from the gardens in every dish.Children have their meal delivered in a basket with a red napkin. This was my second time eating here. The menu changes every month, so I can't wait to go back!

945cherylf

Hadn't been there in years, worth the side trip to go back. Didn't eat this time, but will make sure to do that next. Stocked up on my herbs and the car smelled wonderful all the way home.

Travel_BLC

I've been numerous times in 25 years and it hasn't changed "at all". It's a throwback in time to a small NH town/attraction, found still at the end of a dirt road. The "attraction" part of the visit is to walk the limited grounds (go in season to enjoy the horticulture) and visit the tiny gift shop. The real attraction then is the food, and the experience of eating the 5-course menu which is a value in deliciousness. For a family of all ages, outings, friends, couples - it's a sweet event of delicious food in a simple, quaint setting leaving you replenished with food and indulged in relaxation devoid of today's technology overload. It's worth a visit at least 1x per year, where you should definately call ahead and reserve one of their 3 scheduled seatings.

Archgoddess

A destination please that is worth the trip! Beautify gardens to roam around in, rustic restaurant with amazing food, and they will accommodate you cheerfully if you have any allergies or special requests! Service was impeccable and the gift shop has something for everyone! Go on the weekend and walk around the many gardens and greenhouses!

maeganc2001

I had the pleasure of dining at Pickety Place yesterday with my daughter, sister, mother and two friends. We arrived just in time for our 12:45 seating. The round table was perfect for conversation. Each course was delivered in good time and was out of this world delicious. I had the panko crusted pork entree and it was perfect. After lunch we wandered through the gift shop and greenhouse, and petted the lazy cat on the patio. Truly enjoyable! Worth the drive.

818gypsyr

I have been to this beautiful restaurant a few times. Recently a few times and as a child, it has only gotten better through the years. A gorgeous natural garden setting out of a fairy tale. (literally). The truly gourmet preset meal is always superb, with vegetarian options. Service is great. Been here with friends, but I'm sure it would be a nice romantic date as well. The garden, grounds and two separate shops are always fun to meander through and pick up a few gifts. This a magickal place, I highly recommend and will definitely be back again and again.

Matilda_26

I have been here twice: once for lunch with a friend and a second time for a friend's bridal shower. The food is always excellent and so delicious. They make the dishes with herbs and vegetables grown on the property, and the dining area is cozy and nice. You do have to make reservations because of the way they do the seatings, but it is worth it.The grounds are also beautiful in both spring and fall. It's really worth going when you have a whole afternoon to spend there and time to walk around before and/or after your lunch.

Sister90

Wow! Been before but never during peek blooming! The menu is always fascinating and delicious too. Pricey but it's great for special occassion, birthday, thank you for that special mom, friend, aunt, grammy, etc.

Rebel500

Great surroundings, food, gift shop, books, herb garden, plants and gardens. What an historic giant ash tree right in the front yard! There's also a cute Little Red Riding Hood bedroom set up right where you check in. Lunch only for a price fixe $21.95 + tax, 5 courses and different menu with seasonal fresh ingredients, for each month. Hard to find so lookon their web site and enter the address in your GPS....way off the beaten track in the country side and on a non paved road.

troym414

If you want truly garden fresh wholesome food then this place wont let you down. the portions seem small but every time I have gone I leave feeling very satisfied. the fresh herb garnishes are a great touch to any meal and everything is eatable even the flower garnishes...

ipoems

I started going to Pickety Place years ago and always loved it but at some point the chef and management changed and it's just not the same. I made 2 pm reservations and waited nearly 30 minutes for seating (I know it's a challenge for the wait staff to move the 12:30 seating along, but it just didn't seem as well managed or organized.) The food was also a disappointment. The dishes were once elegant and inspiring. It was evident that the former chef had a talent for using herbs to compliment seasonal foods to bring the best flavor out of each course. Now, it's just average fare. The staff seemed overwhelmed and disinterested and also rushed us out because I learned they had added an uncommon fourth seating for 3:30. Lastly, it was apparent that they have scaled way back on the merchandise in the gift shop, leaving it feeling sparse and cold (both figuratively and literally). I'm sure that to most people visiting for the first time, it's wonderful, but compared to what it once was, it's disappointing. I also disagree with the reviewer that recommended not taking a boyfriend or husband. That's ridiculous!

210PeterC

After many visits to this excellent restaurant, I keep coming back. Carefully prepared and seasoned food that can rarely be found even in well-known gourmet restaurants. The atmosphere is unique and the servers are very attentive. Considering this an "attraction" does not do justice to the quality of the food

Westportia

I went with two girlfriends for a late lunch. Apparently, they added a few seatings because of the foliage, and ours was scheduled for 3:30 (we were seated at 4). We did not know that there was no bar available, but happened to have a bottle of wine with us, which they chilled for us and served without a corking fee. We were served 5 courses (although the first was a homemade onion dip with Pepperidge Farms crackers), with a choice of entrée, one of which was vegetarian, and all of the courses used fresh, seasonal ingredients. The monthly menu is available on the website. The cost was approximately $25 pp. We thought the food was delicious, and the fresh brewed iced tea and lavender lemonade were unusual and refreshing. The setting is lovely and we really enjoyed ourselves. We enjoyed walking around the grounds and gift shops; the paths to the rest rooms were downward sloping and uneven, which would be difficult for some people to navigate. Also, there are a few cats hanging out in the gift shops for those with allergies.