Axe & Ale Taphouse

9 Old Lake Shore Rd Unit 2, Gilford
(603) 619-5075

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T.A.R.

Was disappointed. We were sat at a dirty table. Ordered mama’s meatballs as an appetizer. They were burnt and we had no plates or silverware. Our server disappeared for about 1/2 an hour. We have been there a couple other times and it was better.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

Justin Parker

I came in on a Sunday while football was playing. Many screens, beer choices aren’t bad. Food? The food was good. The pizza wing deal on football Sundays are worth it. Good bang for your buck. Details need to be asked but I hot 20 wings that were all juicy and crispy AND a 2 topping 12” pizza for 30 bucks. What!?!?! Watched the game and good food. I recommend coming here for happy hour and game days. Good service, good food.

Fred Lybrand

Gluten free gf items are labeled on the menu. Gf buns for the burgers, gf crust available for the pizza. Everybody liked their meal and everyone got an axe to stick!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free gf options labeled on menu.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

James Page

Live music was good. Bartender not so much, didn't clean the bar when we sat down after another patron left. Ordered Jameson and coke, by far the least amount of alcohol I've ever had poured into a drink, makes Applebee's shine. Also $11 per drink (coke)

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 1

Russ Aubertin

We went during the day on a Tuesday so it was very quiet. The food there is top notch and we had a very enjoyable lunch. The beer selection is from all over the state so much to choose from. We did not try ace throwing so I can't speak to that activity.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Sandwich

Verity J.

This restaurant pleasantly surprised us. We gave it a try after reading the great reviews! The food was very yummy, great portion sizes. It was fun to watch people throw axes as we ate our meal. There was also live music which is always nice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crispy Fish, Chicken Sandwich, Axe & Ale Poutine

John M

Only giving it one star because you can't give less. Maybe the worst restaurant in New Hampshire. The only way this place is still in business is because they have the axe throwing gimmick. Stopped in tonight for a quick bite because it was the only place that didn't have a 45 minute wait on a Saturday night, (that should have been my first clue). 90 minute wait for food in a half empty restaurant. Appetizer meatballs were barely warm, pizza tasted like it was frozen, and the bread on my sandwich was stale. Only thing that was good was the tater tots (which by the way they charge you an extra $3.50 to substitute for fries with a sandwich) Two hours and 90 bucks later for two people we walked out of there hungry. Never again.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Rachel Garren

Went as a family for my mom’s birthday. Perfect atmosphere, excellent food, & the axe throwing was so much fun!! Devyn our waitress was EXCELLENT!! What a sweetheart!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bad Axe Burger

Jennifer Fielders

My father and I were visiting the area in August and this quickly became one of our favorite spots for dinner! Everything we had was absolutely delicious, their poutine being our absolute must-get item!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Axe & Ale Poutine

Daniel Smith

Hi everyone, I wanted to share my experience with Donald Linicoln, who is a client of mine. Unfortunately, he has not been paying his bills, and despite multiple attempts to contact him, I have not received any response. I believe it's important for others to be aware of this situation. Best regards,

Moumita Katun

Hi everyone, I wanted to share my experience with Donald Linicoln, who is a client of mine. Unfortunately, he has not been paying his bills, and despite multiple attempts to contact him, I have not received any response. I believe it's important for others to be aware of this situation. Best regards,

G R

Friday night went for dinner and ax throwing . Place was not crowded and Ax throwing was cool . Dinner — ugh. Service was horrendous. Scallops were awful and water —get this — was in dirty glasses for both of us patrons. They either lost staff / cook or will be out of business in 5 months. The place is cool looking for sure. Better than “ strip mall” feel from outside. Avoid dinner . The most infuriating part ? It’s wasn’t too busy — Synard was in town and Gilford was cranking . But this place just bottomed out with terrible service and food.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

eli sinyak

Don’t bother wasting your time or money on this place unless you enjoy mediocre, at best, food and service

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

S V2

Love the vibe. New menu looks great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Chicken Sandwich, Axe & Ale Poutine, Mom's Meatballs

Chad Shorey

Absolutely great good, perfect drinks, great atmosphere. The place is beautiful! Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles, Chicken Sandwich

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