Yankee Smoke House

Our family enjoyed a nice dinner with a new seasonal friend of ours at the popular Yankee Smokehouse in West Ossipee, NH.

I shared a whole rack of ribs (~$20) with my company which in my opinions was enough food for 3 hungry men or a family of 4. The ribs were good, tender, and tasty and was served with a warm bottle of extra bbq sauce. However, during this visit, I realized that I'm not exactly a ribs lover and politely offered the left overs to our guest. I also had ordered a side of cole slaw and a side of steak fries which was really too big for me to eat. The cole slaw was very good and had a light mustard season to it and the fries were excellent as well.

The kids enjoyed their chicken fingers ($5.99) and mozerella sticks ($6.99) but I thought the prices for the kids meal were a little bit steep. While I thought my meal was just good, Patty on the other hand really enjoyed her Smoked BBQ chicken dinner ($10.99). For sides she had the baked beans, 1/2 ear of corn, and some french fries. Each meal was served with delicious Texas Toast. Patty really enjoyed this and she knows her breads!

We visited in the offseason and found the service to be excellent (especially after compared to our last visit to another local establishment). Service was good not only to us but to the couple sitting across from us. Very accomodating!

As expected, this is NOT a fancy resturant (i.e., jeans recommended) but is very clean and warm (both for a cold night and to enjoy a pleasant evening with your family or friends). The decor is nearly decorated with cute little piggies everywhere: ornaments, wallpaper, curtains, etc. This place is EXTREMELY popular during motorcycle season and the summer season.

If you want tasty food with BIG portions, the Yankee Smokehouse won't disappoint! Just driving by and experiencing the aroma from your car makes you want to stop in. We did tonight and everyone wanted to stop in but already had dinner planned. We will definately go back! I would like to try some of their beef and chicken dishes.

If I could change something, I wish they would shake up the sides dishes and offer some new items (e.g., fresh veggies, mashed or baked potatoes, squash, seasonal items, etc.).

Overall a great experience and meal!