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Blair Hill Inn
RESTAURANT SUMMARY

Perched majestically on a 21-acre hilltop overlooking Maine's pristine Moosehead Lake, Blair Hill Inn Greenville represents the pinnacle of New England fine dining, where a historic 1891 gentleman's estate has been transformed into one of only two Relais & Châteaux properties in Maine.
The vision of owners Ruth and Dan McLaughlin, who acquired and meticulously restored the property in 1997, Blair Hill Inn embodies the farm-to-table philosophy through its own greenhouse and gardens. Under the culinary leadership of accomplished chefs including Amy Oliver and Daniel Sweimler, the inn earned its prestigious Relais & Châteaux designation in 2017—the only United States property admitted that year. This distinction recognizes Blair Hill's unwavering commitment to exceptional service, distinctive local cuisine, and the association's celebrated "art of living" ethos.
Slate Restaurant showcases Greenville fine dining at its most refined, offering seasonal five-course prix fixe and tasting menus that celebrate Maine's bounty. Executive chefs craft globally-inspired dishes rooted in local terroir, featuring signature preparations like wood-fired grilled steak with herbs de Provence, maple-chile-glazed duck breast, and seared tuna with wasabi cream. The restaurant's farm-to-table commitment shines through vibrant salads with maple-roasted squash and pumpkin seed oil vinaigrette, while desserts like chocolate mousse cheesecake with raspberry purée provide elegant conclusions. Each dish incorporates ingredients from the inn's own gardens, local farms, and regional foragers, ensuring the best restaurants Greenville has to offer maintain deep connections to their environment.
The dining experience unfolds within wood-paneled elegance, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking lake vistas that often inspire spontaneous applause during sunset. The intimate ten-room inn ensures personalized service that feels both professional and warmly genuine. The handsome cocktail lounge serves carefully curated wines and seasonal cocktails, while the expansive porch offers front-row seats to nature's nightly spectacle. Cultural amenities including lecture series and concerts enhance the sophisticated yet approachable "haut country" atmosphere.
For discerning travelers seeking the best fine dining in Greenville, Blair Hill Inn reservations represent access to an exclusive world where historic charm meets contemporary luxury. The restored barn houses a full-service spa with outdoor sauna and hot tub, while private hiking trails wind through the estate's pristine landscape. This is destination dining where every element—from the Blair Hill Inn chef's seasonal artistry to the sommelier's wine selections—creates memories worthy of the Relais & Châteaux legacy.
CHEF
Stelios Sakalis
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