Whether you're looking to refuel after a day of hiking in the White Mountains, or you'd like your taste buds to be reawakened on your relaxing retreat to northern New Hampshire, there is something for everyone on Gorham's menu. From fine dining at a bistro that culinary critics from Boston to San Francisco can't stop salivating over, to casual steaks and seafood next door, the Top Notch Inn is centrally located to the town's many dining offerings, most of which are just a short walk down Main Street.

Here are some of our favorites:

J's Corner

277 Main Street, Gorham, NH

This popular seafood and steak spot is just next door to the Top Notch Inn on Main Street in Gorham. Open daily, J's Corner is casual and features hearty fare including meal-sized salads, ribs, pork chops, sandwiches/wraps, and a range of steak selections including Teriyaki Tips, Filet Mignon and New York Strip. All Top Notch Inn guests receive 10 percent discount.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-603-466-5132

Libby's Bistro and SALLT Pub

111 Main Street, Gorham, NH

Occupying an1898 bank with four small dining rooms, Libby’s has beautifully restored each room while maintaining the natural elegance of this Gorham landmark. And the food! Trained from childhood to culinary school from travels in Europe, Asia and even Julia Child's kitchen, Chef Liz Jackson and her husband Steve serve up a flavorful but far from fussy bistro menu. Libby's mantra is “it’s all about the warmth” and it applies to all aspects of The Bistro from the warm welcome to the handmade crackers and tapenade that await your arrival at your table. The Boston Globe said that Libby's put Gorham, New Hampshire on the culinary map. Libby's is open Wednesday through Saturday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. SALLT is a lunchtime eatery at Libby's.

For more information and reservations, call 1-603-466-5330

Saladinos

152 Main Street, Gorham, NH

A taste of Italy in the White Mountains, Saladino's offers a mouthwatering menu of paninis, homemade soup, creative salads, dinners and oh, the desserts. Open daily for lunch and dinner, the restaurant has a special dinner menu for Friday and Saturday and also has an Italian market on site where customers can purchase pastas and olive oils, Sicilian style sauces, handmade biscotti and products for the home kitchen and cook.

Just a half mile from the Top Notch Inn, more information about Saladinos can be found by calling 1-603-466-2520

White Mountain Café

212 Main Street, Gorham, NH

A cozy café just a few doors down from the Top Notch Inn on Main Street in Gorham, the White Mountain Café is the town's hot spot for breakfast and lunch. Open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday-Saturday, the café has a variety of coffee drinks to get you going (using locally roasted organic beans) and the yummy soups, breakfast sandwiches, quiche, paninis, granola and fresh baked goods that will keep you going all day long. Food and drinks are available to eat in or take out, but complimentary wireless Internet is available for those who stay at the café, and there are often special events like live local music.

For more information, call 1-603-466-2511

Moon Beam Café Fine Food and Beanz

19 Exchange Street, Gorham, NH

A great spot for breakfast and lunch, the Moon Beam Café is famed for the pumpkin black bean soup and offers an eclectic menu of wholesome, homemade food from hearty soups to tasty breads, the café has developed a loyal following of those from here and away, who consider Moon Beam one of Gorham's hidden culinary gems.

Contact the café at 1-603-466-5549 to learn more.

Welsh's Restaurant

Open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. seven days a week, Welsh's serves breakfast all day, and also offers lunch. With an extensive menu, this Gorham staple is known for its wonderful Sunday brunch.

For more information, call 1-603-446-9990.

Mr. Pizza

160 Main Street, Gorham, NH

A popular local house of pizza, Mr. Pizza serves up sandwiches, salads, pastas and of course, fresh from the oven pizzas.

For more information, call 1-603-466-5573.

Yokohama Japanese

288 Main Street, Gorham, NH

Open Tuesday-Sunday for lunch and dinner, Yokohama is the area's only Japanese eatery, and it's located just across the street from the Top Notch Inn. The restaurant's menu also draws on Chinese, Polynesian and American influences and is known for its especially tasty noodle dishes.

For more information, call 1-603-466-2501.

Dynasty Buffet

324 Main Street, Gorham, NH

Open seven days a week, this Chinese restaurant offers a buffet lunch and dinner, plus a complete menu and take-out too. It's located diagonally from the Top Notch Inn, and offers a 10 percent discount to all our guests.

For more information, call 1-603-466-9888.

Cracker Jack Lounge

Open seven days a week, the Cracker Jack Lounge offers a pleasant pub atmosphere and great pizzas, burgers and salads.

Fast Food

In addition to the aforementioned restaurants that are unique to Gorham, popular fast food eateries including McDonalds, Burger King, Dunkin Donuts, KFC, Quiznos and Subway are all close by.