This Train in New Hampshire is Actually a Restaurant and You Need to Visit

Scenic trains are one thing, but how about a scenic train that doubles as a restaurant? All aboard the Cafe Lafayette!

Undoubtedly, New Hampshire is one in a million. There are so many unique places to see and things to experience here, we'll bet you could pick a new one every weekend and still not get to all of them! This is all the more reason to choose wisely. If you're seeking a truly one-of-a-kind experience, such as "dining trains near me," or perhaps "train-themed restaurants near me," then Cafe Lafayette is a must-visit. This dinner train in New England is one of the coolest train rides and it also qualifies as one of the most unique restaurants in New Hampshire!

Cafe Lafayette is tucked away on the western slopes of New Hampshire's White Mountains. This unique moving dinner train has been entertaining guests for more than 25 years. Their own self promotion is an easy way to sum up this adventure. They say, "Two Hours, 20 Miles, 5 Courses." But even that doesn't cover everything... like the sheer beauty of the Pemigewasset River Valley as you meander through some of the most beautiful sights you've ever seen. Or the fact that there's just no "bad" seat on this dinner train. Everyone gets an awesome view.

And the meal? Well, let's just say it's second to none and is actually prepared on board this magical moving express. You can choose between "main level dining" and "dome level dining," but really the pricing isn't all that different.

Cafe Lafayette has the distinction of being one of only a dozen or so dinner trains in the country. On top of those honors, they're only one of a handful of those same trains that actually prepare the food right on the train. The results are an absolutely outstanding, five-course dining experience you'll always remember.

For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, visit this (moving) destination restaurant in North Woodstock, New Hampshire. More information, including pricing and a link for reservations, can be found at the Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train website. One important bit of information: the Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train runs seasonally, May through October, and reservations are required. However, if you'd like to visit from December through April, check out the Depot at Cafe Lafayette. They offer tapas and a wine bar for the perfect dinner experience in the off-season.

Visit Cafe Lafayette and hop aboard this dinner train in New Hampshire for an adventure that's totally worth its price in gold. Have you already visited this dinner train in New England before? Isn't it one of the unique restaurants in New Hampshire? If you need a place to stay while you're exploring the area, check out these beautiful vacation rentals near Woodstock, NH.

And if you're just not into trains, or eating while moving, then check out this article highlighting 8 of the most unique restaurants in New Hampshire that will give you an unforgettable dining experience.

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