Burnt Timber Expands, Comes Full Circle
Burnt Timber Expands
“We have come full circle.”
When Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern opened in 2016, Owner Eddie Michno was a proverbial ‘one-man show,’ as he brewed and poured the beer, mopped the floors, and cooked and served the food. “There was a lot of blood, sweat, and tears in those early days,” noted Michno, who said their current expansion into the space next door lends itself to the metaphor of a circle. It feels like one.”
This circle metaphorically began on day one of the business when customer Peter Colcord – owner of Downtown Grille Cafe in Wolfeboro at the time – came into the kitchen and said, ‘“You need a fryer.’” “I didn’t even know what to think, so I thanked him for his suggestion and did not think much more about it,” laughed Michno. “I didn’t know him.”
Colcord, however, made an effort to get to know Michno and his business. “He kept showing up every week, and we eventually became friends,” said Michno, who said Colcord was instrumental in Burnt Timber’s outdoor expansion last summer. “He bought and built the decking, and he has consulted with me on all kinds of things. I cannot thank him enough.”
This gratitude extends to Burnt Timber’s most recent expansion, nearly doubling in size, as it expands next door into what had been Mise en Place restaurant. Peter called me up and said he had two free days,” recounted Michno. “He wanted to help.”
Colcord was on site within 15-minutes. “Peter now runs Overture Partners Construction in Wolfeboro, so he has a lot of experience with this kind of work,” said Michno. “We pretty much got everything done in two days. Peter has been so helpful and is a super good guy…We have come full circle.”
Regarding the expansion, Michno cited several related objectives. The increased space enables Burnt Timber to not only accommodate more guests, but offer private dining and on-site catering. The kitchen has also been expanded. “You can’t have too much kitchen space,” he added. “This expansion helps to position us as a culinary destination.”
Michno’s vision, however, is not just focused on his own business, but the overall health and well-being of Wolfeboro. Burnt Timber routinely collaborates with and promotes area businesses for events and fundraisers. “By working together, we can better promote all the possibilities in this town – boating, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fat biking, terrific restaurants, great shopping,” he said. “I want to see Wolfeboro become a true 4-season destination.”
About Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern
Located at 96 Lehner Street in Wolfeboro, NH, Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern is a family-friendly, community-centered brewpub offering craft beer, cider, and a full cocktail menu alongside bold, slow-cooked food. Our kitchen features fermented vegetables and salt-cured meats, smoked in-house over apple wood. We proudly partner with local producers like Katie’s Kitchen, Wotton Farm, Corvus Cairn Farm, and Niman Ranch to serve fresh, seasonal fare that reflects the heart of New Hampshire.
Burnt Timber is more than a restaurant—it’s a gathering space. Whether you're enjoying a casual family meal, relaxing in our outdoor beer garden with live music, or celebrating in our private dining space, you'll find a welcoming environment for all ages (and dogs, too—on the patio!). We host a running club, bike club, and mug club, and we believe in giving back—supporting local causes like Make-A-Wish® New Hampshire and others throughout the year.
From small party catering to spontaneous afternoons around our open-flame outdoor kitchen, Burnt Timber is where great food, craft drinks, and community come together.