1844 Restaurant — Restaurant in Gilpin Township

Our first experience this evening at the 1844 Restaurant was definitely one to remember! We had great cocktails and appetizers, followed by some of the most amazing entrees I can recall ever eating — and I know good food. I thoroughly enjoyed my [combination of] Blackened New Zealand King Salmon and Prime Rib done medium rare which came with broccoli and a potato cake (an interesting take on mashed potatoes, similar in size and shape to a crab cake). The salmon was to die for and honestly the softest, most delicately prepared salmon I’ve eaten. The prime rib was equally satisfying, being treated with the same excellent balance of blackened seasoning as the salmon while still allowing the flavor of the meat itself to carry through. I wish we had room for dessert, but our lovely server Karen described the options so vividly that we’ll be certain to save room on the next visit.

I also must make mention that Karen and the rest of the staff were fantastic at their jobs, with Karen being quite possibly the best server I’ve ever had. She is both professional and prompt yet extremely friendly & knowledgeable about the history of the establishment and its charm. She is also kid-friendly as my son is very interested in history and was fascinated by the building’s architecture and decor. This was a unique, long-desired destination that I never got to experience with my amazing late wife who passed away going on 2 years now. We dressed up just a bit for the occasion and Karen went out of her way to make him feel special; it went a long way to making his night along with mine and that of my mother-in-law. I usually take pictures of the food when it’s good and I know I’m going to write a review, but it was SO good, and we were having a terrific time, that I just didn’t care if I’m being honest. Hopefully, my descriptions will suffice for this trip, but I can’t thank everybody enough and can’t wait...

This was our first time here. At first we weren’t sure where to go when we went downstairs so we just went to the bar and were greeted by the nicest older gentleman who got the attention of a waitress. We were early for our reservation but they cleared a table for us and walked us over.

We had the nicest, informative, and professional waitress who went over the menu and the evening specials. Karen was a delight! We ordered a bottle of wine, I had a salad and my wife had the butternut squash. The lemon basil salad dressing was home made and was amazing!

I had the prime rib which was cooked to my liking. Medium was perfect for me. It came with carrots and mashed potatoes. It also came with a side of au jus and horseradish. Not horseradish sauce sadly. Just horseradish. The prime rib was thin, however had great flavor and I’d order it again.

My Wife has the salmon roulade. Soooo good!

We had crème brûlée for dessert.

Overall it was a great night out. Great atmosphere! It reminded me of my favorite restaurant in Gettysburg, the Dobbin House.

We will...

This is the best place I've " EVER" eaten! Just took my wife there for her ** birthday! She had Blackened Swordfish and I had Prime Rib! It was all so delicious! Mushrooms stuffed with crab, Grilled Caesar Salad, Smashed Potatoes and the desserts! I couldn't finish it all. It's not only the food that sets this place above all others, it's the ambiance! The waitress could have been your sister, cousin, girl next door or even an old girlfriend! She was very hospitable, friendly and made you feel you have been friends forever! The owner, a friendly fellow, walked over after we ate and asked our choices on entrees! We struck up a warm chat, talking from the varieties of fish, how and when it arrives to qualities of meats etc! Then to the everyday chores of running the business, upkeep, maintainence and other things. To me , there is nothing better than a quality meal, good talk and meeting new peole! We will definitely be back! But it won't take me 45 years to get back! From my wife and myself, we thank the entire staff @1844. P.S. A shoutout...