The Oldest Restaurant in New Hampshire is Newly Renovated

What's old is new again, or at least renovated but in keeping with the old world charm.

Don't be confused by this, be invigorated, because this restaurant in New Hampshire was once surrounded by wilderness.  As a midpoint trade route stop between Boston and Vermont, the Hancock Inn in Hancock, was established in 1789, according to onlyinyourstate.com.

Originally a hotel and bar, and now 235 years old, the property has changed owners and been re-named The Inn at Hancock, and the restaurant now dubbed The Fox Tavern.

When Pink Isn't Really Pink

But wait, there's more.  The new "Pinks" lounge, with all the charm of the 1700's, is anything but boring, with pink infused walls, unique food items and an eccentric drink list .

According to Instagram, the lounge is not called Pinks due to the pink front doors, but rather for the scarlet shade of traditional fox hunting coats.  Everything here feels so warm, cozy and authentic.

Make a Reservation Now

You can make a reservation by going to exploretock, or check out the links at innathancock.com.

The Inn at Hancock is fine French dining, while Pinks Lounge and the Hunt Bar and Scullery both offer lighter fare with a contemporary flair.

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The hotel part of the property is still under renovation, but according to The Keene Sentinel, the guest rooms are expected to be available by April 2025.

It's been about two years the public has been waiting for the transformation, and by the looks of the photos, and those who have dined at the Inn at Hancock,  the experience looks lovely.