The 1761 Old Mill

Our family came to town to spend two day at the Great Wolf Lodge and all of the reviews of the GWL said to avoid eating there at all costs, so we wanted to check out other local restaurants. We were so happy that we stumbled upon The 1761 Old Mill because it truly is a gem. The restaurant is massive, and we came in for a mid-week lunch and the restaurant had plenty of seating. Walking from the parking lot there is a beautiful waterfall and an old bridge. Beware of the geese/ducks as they are very friendly. No issues for us but I heard from others that they sometimes scare little kids. It was funny that they were waiting at the door when we were done with our meal. (Please don’t feed the birds). The restaurant is a classic. Well maintained space with very friendly staff. Every person we

The pecan rolls and corn fritters were amazing!! The prices were great, and the meals were fantastic. The place was cozy, service was friendly and helpful, 10/10 I see why this place is a favorite. And you can feed the ducks! (@AMP_EATS on Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok)

We went to this restaurant with friends and really enjoyed it! The vintage building is charming with so much character, and the view by the pond was beautiful—there were even ducks, and kids could feed them with the free food provided. They started us off with pecan rolls and corn fritters, both fresh and absolutely delicious. The food itself was good—the steak was decent, not the best, but still tasty. The real highlight, though, was the setting: a little waterfall nearby and a lovely wedding setup with an arch and chairs. Such a great spot for a party or wedding—I’d definitely go back!

From the minute we pulled into the parking area we knew this restaurant would be special. The building was a former sawmill and has lots of character. Outside there is a duck pond and covered bridges leading to the restaurant. We were seated by the window with views of the river, and a beautiful stone fireplace. Our server brought us a basket of corn fritters with maple syrup, and warm pecan buns, that were a real treat. We both ordered the chicken and vegetable pot pie and it was delicious. A pleasant surprise was when we were leaving the restaurant, we saw a box of complimentary duck food to feed the feathered guests outside. It was a wonderful lunch and we will definitely be back.

I come here every October to enjoy the beautiful scenery. There's a garden behind the restaurant that's perfect for weddings, and the views are stunning! Listening to the flowing falls, The Old Mill offers a unique, serene atmosphere. The restaurant is always busy during meal times, and I look forward to visiting again in the future!