North Conway may be a small mountain town, but the food scene punches well above its weight. Whether you're looking for a post-hike burger and a local IPA, a romantic dinner after a day on the slopes, or a spot that'll keep the whole family happy, these seven restaurants are the ones locals keep coming back to.
Delaney's Hole in the Wall
A North Conway institution since 1982. Delaney's is the kind of place where ski bums, families, and locals all end up on the same Friday night. The menu runs deep — excellent burgers, nachos that could feed a small army, fresh seafood, and a beer list that leans heavy on New England craft. The atmosphere is rustic and lively, with exposed brick, vintage ski memorabilia, and a vibe that says "you're on vacation now." Sit on the patio in summer or grab a booth by the fireplace in winter.
Flatbread Company
Flatbread Company has been a North Conway staple for years, and their recent move to 2952 White Mountain Highway gave them an even bigger, better space. The concept is simple: wood-fired flatbread pizza baked in a clay and stone earthen oven, made with organic and locally sourced ingredients and free-range meats. The big open dining room with exposed beams puts two wood-fired ovens front and center so you can watch your pizza being made. The menu goes beyond pizza with organic salads and homemade desserts, plus a full bar stocked with local craft beers, wine, and specialty cocktails. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are all available. Open daily 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
Ledge Brewing Company
One of the newer additions to the valley's food scene, Ledge Brewing Company has quickly become a local favorite. The taproom serves a rotating selection of house-brewed beers alongside a surprisingly solid food menu — think elevated bar food like smoked brisket tacos, wood-fired pizzas, and loaded fries. The vibe is relaxed and family-friendly during the day, and a little more lively on weekend evenings. The outdoor patio with mountain views is hard to beat on a summer afternoon.
Moat Mountain Smokehouse & Brewing Co.
If there's one brewery everyone in the valley agrees on, it's Moat Mountain. Open since 2000 and still independently owned by founder Stephen Johnson, this brewpub is housed in a renovated 1840s farmhouse right on Route 16 with views of the Moat Mountains. The award-winning beers are brewed on-site with pure local mountain water, and the smokehouse menu goes way beyond basic BBQ — think brisket, pulled pork, loaded nachos, wood-fired pizza, and multicultural munchies with southwestern and Thai flair. They were even featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. The Brew Barn & Cannery next door (open since 2014) runs a 20-barrel system where they can and keg year-round. Open Sunday through Thursday 11:30 AM to 8 PM, Friday and Saturday until 9 PM.
Cheese Louise
What started as a student-owned food truck in 2018 has turned into one of the valley's most popular spots. Cheese Louise opened their North Conway storefront in June 2024 at 2686 South Main Street, and with 80 seats it's their biggest location yet — and the only one serving breakfast. The menu is built around artisan grilled cheese sandwiches elevated way beyond what you'd make at home, plus a full bar with craft cocktails, local beer, and wine. Everything has a vegan and gluten-free option at no upcharge, which is rare. Open Monday through Saturday 8 AM to 8 PM — get there early on weekends, it fills up fast.
Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers
If you want the best burger in the valley, this is it. Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers has been doing one thing really well since 2017: chef-inspired burgers made with fresh, never-frozen, locally sourced beef, served with hand-cut fries and hand-spun milkshakes. The menu also covers turkey burgers, vegetarian options, fresh salads, and their popular gluten-free fried chicken. They even stock local whoopie pies for dessert. It's fast-casual done right — no frills, no fuss, just seriously good food. Open Monday through Thursday 11 AM to 7 PM, Fridays until 8 PM. The kind of place you hit after a hike and end up telling everyone about.
May Kelly's Cottage
An authentic Irish pub right in the heart of North Conway Village. May Kelly's serves hearty comfort food — shepherd's pie, fish and chips, bangers and mash — alongside a solid selection of Irish whiskeys and draft beers. The cottage atmosphere is genuinely cozy, with stone walls, dim lighting, and live music on many nights. It's one of those places that feels like it's been there forever (it has been around for decades). Great for a casual dinner or a nightcap after exploring town.
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