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Inn Kitchen + Bar

4.6(39)
American Restaurant

About

Inn Kitchen + Bar at Squam Lake Inn offers a fresh, seasonal menu spotlighting local ingredients from nearby farms and fishmongers. The casual yet refined setting includes a breezy backyard porch perfect for open-air dining and small group gatherings.

The restaurant’s craft cocktails incorporate herbs and flowers from its own gardens, complementing dishes like the highly praised short ribs and inventive entrees. Attentive service and a thoughtfully curated wine list make it a standout choice for business dinners or team outings in the Meredith, NH area.

Best for

  • Client dinners with seasonal New England cuisine
  • Casual team dinners in a relaxed lakeside setting
  • Cocktail receptions featuring craft drinks & fresh herbs

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Seasonal, locally sourced menu with fresh herbs from on-site gardens
Food & Beverage
Seasonal, locally sourced menu with fresh herbs from on-site gardens
The kitchen crafts a seasonally driven menu using fresh, local ingredients sourced from nearby farmers and fishmongers. Herbs and flowers grown throughout the property are incorporated into both craft cocktails and imaginative entrees, highlighting
Backyard porch and open-air seating
Outdoor Space
Backyard porch and open-air seating
The venue offers a beautiful backyard porch setting with ample open-air seating that is breezy and well spaced, providing a comfortable and refreshing environment for guests.
Casual yet refined New England inn ambiance
Atmosphere
Casual yet refined New England inn ambiance
Inn Kitchen + Bar blends a quaint inn atmosphere with a menu and service quality that would fit well in urban settings like Boston’s South End or New York City, offering a welcoming and memorable dining experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 39 reviews