Sometimes, you just want to rebel dining protocol and order dessert first. When they’re as delicious as the baked goods at Lou’s Restaurant, it’s worth it. Next time you find yourself in Hanover with a sweet tooth, make sure to pop into this iconic eatery where you’ll want to order dessert first. Let’s check it out.

For over 70 years, folks have been turning to Lou’s Restaurant & Bakery for a good old fashioned home-cooked meal.

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Nestled in historic downtown Hanover in the shadows of Dartmouth College, Lou’s appeals to everyone from the family of five to a college kid looking for an affordable (and delicious) meal.

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Known for their all-day breakfast menu, you can expect to find all your usual breakfast suspects like Belgian waffles, breakfast sandwiches, and fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

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Lunch features a lengthy list of tacos, sandwiches, salads, and some of the biggest burgers you’ve ever seen.

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But before you even crack open the menu, you’ll be tempted to order dessert first because you’ll be able to smell that sweet sugary perfume wafting through the air.

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All made from scratch, their homemade cakes and pies are some of the best in New Hampshire.

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No matter what kind of sweet-eater you are, there’s a tasty treat with your name on it. Coconut cream pies, chocolate mousse cakes, and multi-layered carrot cakes are just a few of the items you might fight in the display case.

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Of course, you can’t ever go wrong with America’s favorite apple pie.

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For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.

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Make yours a la mode for an extra special treat. If you’re already ordering dessert first, you might as well go all the way.

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Address: Lou’s Restaurant & Bakery, 30 Main St, Hanover, NH 03755, USA