Best restaurants near Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa has nine on‑property dining and drinking outlets. For breakfast or a classic New England dinner, choose 1902 Main Dining Room; for steaks and hearty lunch/dinner with mountain views choose Stickney’s; for a casual historic meal try Fabyan’s Station in the restored train station.
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Overview: on‑site restaurants and bars
The resort lists nine restaurants and lounges on its dining directory, ranging from the historic 1902 Main Dining Room to casual Fabyan’s Station and late‑night bars like The Cave.
Hours, menus and seasonal operations vary; several outlets require dinner reservations (1902, Stickney’s, 1896 Bretton Arms Dining Room). Check with the concierge for current hours before you go.
- 1902 Main Dining Room — American, New England‑inspired (Breakfast & Dinner).
- Stickney’s Restaurant — Steakhouse/pub with patio seating (Lunch & Dinner).
- Fabyan’s Station Restaurant — BBQ in a restored 19th‑century train station (hours vary).
- The Cave — Prohibition‑era bar with cocktails (late evening hours).
- Rosebrook Bar, Princess Lounge, Labrador Tea & Coffee, Observatory Bar, 1896 Bretton Arms Dining Room.
| Venue | Serves | Typical Hours (subject to change) |
|---|---|---|
| 1902 Main Dining Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast: 7:00 AM–10:00 AM (weekdays); Dinner: 5:30 PM–10:00 PM |
| Stickney’s Restaurant | Lunch & Dinner | Lunch: 11:30 AM–3:00 PM; Dinner: 5:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| The Cave | Cocktails, Beer & Wine | Evening: ~8:00 PM–12:00 Midnight |
Best picks for breakfast and coffee
If you want a full sit‑down morning meal, 1902 serves New England‑inspired breakfast and operates morning buffet windows on weekends per the resort's dining schedule.
For grab‑and‑go or light café fare, Labrador Tea & Coffee is the on‑property spot for coffee, tea and quick snacks; the concierge can confirm seasonal hours.
- 1902 — leisurely plated breakfasts and weekend buffet windows.
- Labrador Tea & Coffee — coffee, tea and light refreshments; hours vary.
- Room service from 1902 is available daily for in‑room breakfast.
| Option | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1902 Main Dining Room | Full breakfast or plated meal | Reservations recommended for weekend mornings |
| Labrador Tea & Coffee | Quick coffee, pastries | Hours vary—ask concierge |
| In‑room dining (1902) | Private breakfasts | Daily room service available |
Where to go for dinner: formal and special‑occasion options
1902 Main Dining Room is identified by the resort as the premiere dining room for New England‑inspired dinner service; reservations for dinner are required and can be made by phone.
The 1896 Bretton Arms Dining Room at the Omni Bretton Arms Inn is listed separately as a casually upscale option serving locally sourced New England and Gulf of Maine cuisine with seasonal dinner hours.
- Make dinner reservations early—1902 and Stickney’s prioritize in‑house guests and club members.
- Dress code is casual and comfortable; avoid swimwear and sleepwear in dining areas.
- Call the resort or use the concierge to confirm seasonal menus and private‑dining availability.
| Restaurant | Style | Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| 1902 Main Dining Room | Casual‑elegant American / New England | Reservations required for dinner (phone: 603‑278‑8864) |
| 1896 Bretton Arms Dining Room | Casual upscale New England/Gulf of Maine | Reservations recommended |
| Stickney’s Restaurant | Steakhouse / pub | Reservations required for dinner |
Casual, late‑night and bar scenes
For a relaxed drink or light fare in the Great Hall area, Rosebrook Bar offers afternoon beverages and a light menu with mountain views during its daytime hours.
If you’re looking for a moody, late‑night spot, The Cave is a prohibition‑era speakeasy beneath the resort with stone walls serving cocktails, beer and wine in the evening; Princess Lounge offers a quieter cocktail hour on weekends.
- Rosebrook Bar — afternoon beverages and shared bites (typically open around noon–9 PM).
- The Cave — best for late evenings and a historic atmosphere (evening hours).
- Princess Lounge — handcrafted cocktails on weekend afternoons/evenings.
| Bar / Lounge | When to go | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Rosebrook Bar | Afternoon–early evening | Light fare, mountain views |
| The Cave | Late evening | Prohibition‑era atmosphere, televised sports on select nights |
| Princess Lounge | Weekend afternoons/evenings | Intimate seating and muraled ceiling |
Casual & family‑friendly: Fabyan’s Station and slope‑side dining
Fabyan’s Station Restaurant occupies a restored 19th‑century train station and offers barbecue in a relaxed, history‑rich setting. It’s listed as being across from Bretton Woods Ski Resort and should be confirmed for hours with the concierge.
On the mountain and base-lodge side, Switchback Grille, Slopeside Restaurant & Pub and Lucy Crawford’s Food Court provide quicker, ski‑day friendly options; some outlets operate seasonally and with first‑come seating.
- Fabyan’s Station — casual BBQ and a historic setting; hours vary—ask concierge.
- Switchback Grille — summit/upper‑mountain dining accessed via gondola; good for mid‑day breaks.
- Slopeside Restaurant & Pub / Lucy Crawford’s Food Court — ski‑area options, seasonal and practical for families on the slopes.
| Family/Quick Option | Type | Seasonality |
|---|---|---|
| Fabyan’s Station Restaurant | BBQ / casual | Hours vary—short shuttle drive from main hotel |
| Switchback Grille | Summit/Grille (gondola access) | Seasonal; check gondola hours |
| Lucy Crawford’s Food Court | Food court / ski fare | Open during winter ski season |
Practical tips and reservations
Several signature outlets require or recommend reservations for dinner—call the resort or use the concierge to book. The resort phone for BookResorts agents is +1 (888) 605-1350; for on‑site dining reservations the resort lists 603‑278‑8864 for the dining desk.
Menus and hours change seasonally. If you have dietary needs, contact the dining outlet or concierge ahead of your visit. For quick confirmations, the front desk and concierge can confirm which venues are open during your stay.
- Reservations: required for 1902 and Stickney’s dinner service; recommended for 1896 Bretton Arms.
- Hours and seasonal closures happen—always check with concierge on arrival.
- Room service from 1902 is offered daily for breakfast; call room service for details.
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Dining reservations or confirmation | Resort dining desk (603‑278‑8864) or concierge |
| General hotel questions | Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa main phone / BookResorts agents (+1 (888) 605-1350) |
| Seasonal hours and shuttle to Fabyan’s Station | Concierge |
