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The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
The Reluctant Panther Restaurant features locally sourced American cuisine in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere. CIA trained Executive Chef Nick DeLauri prepares accessible, inspired plates for both a prix fixe and a la carte menu. Menus are complemented by a multiple year Wine Spectator award winning wine list. With excellent service and outstanding ambiance, the Panther dining room boasts the highest Zagat rating in northern New England.
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14 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 14 reviews
5 stars
(6)
4 stars
(7)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(11)
- romantic(11)
- special occasion(9)
- neighborhood gem(4)
- notable wine list(3)
- good for groups(1)
The Reluctant Panther Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Neighborhood gem.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent service. Beautiful presentation. Nice ambiance. Go!"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Two cubes of steak for $40
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Reluctant Panther is a lovely resturant. It is nicely decorated with a quiet, romantic quality. It is very appropriate for a special occasion. The wait staff is well trained, the menu is out of the ordinary. However, our recent experience was extremely disappointing. The sirloin steak, at $40, was served to us as two small 1-inch by 2-inch cubes of meat...a ridiculously sized portion for that price. We were expecting a full sized steak. The two cubes of meat were accompanied by two tablespoons of potato puree, a meal for a 2 year old, not for an adult. Very disappointed in the portion size and the price."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
we put "quiet" although when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"we put "quiet" although when we arrived there was a huge party of loud obnoxious business people. they left fairly soon after our arrival though thankfully. the food was great, very good pasta, the meatballs were a bit dry but the fish and vegetables were great. desserts were really exceptional too. will definitely go back!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a great find. Great atmosphere, really nice staff and the food was amazing."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The service and hospitality
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service and hospitality of the waitstaff and front desk concierge was outstanding. Meticulously prepared meals provided a slight twist on traditional American entrées. Although slightly on the more expensive, it is certainly worth a look for a special occasion. The entire Reluctant Panther Inn gives you a casual yet elegant atmososphere. Highly recommend this restaraunt."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great find! Dined with a party
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great find! Dined with a party of 5 after a day skiing at Stratton. Really enjoyed the agnolatti appetizer, but not so much the soup of the day (squash). The flavours were put together well and had many twists to surprise. However, given the outstanding dishes, sorbet dessert seemed ordinary. Service was very good. Server was attentive and funny. Manager was helpful when asked for wi-fi password."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant
Based on the average of (8) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate