Stopped in for dinner, I was by myself and sat at the bar. Corrine at the host stand greeted me…read morewarmly, and since the bartender was really busy a nice server got my drink and took my order (I wish I knew her name, long dark hair and some arm tattoos?). My burger was fantastic and I tried the Eden Cider (so good that I found a liquor store which carries it close to home) which was great and would have paired well with anything. Great people watching at the bar, terrific food and service too!!!

Menu options for both small and large plates were great and felt very local Vermont. Brussels…read moresprouts and squash were both delicious without feeling too heavy. Burger and fries were well executed staples with a local twist on sauces and toppings. Seasonal cocktails were not particularly strong but creative, complex, and beautiful. It feels comparatively upscale for the area here but still fairly casual. The decor was cozy and the staff was attentive and efficient.

You're in the very suburban town of Lebanon, New Hampshire. You've got everything that you need at…read moreyour fingertips but maybe you're looking to enjoy wine or sip a cocktail at a place with more of an urban edge. Drive 5 minutes over the state line to Putnam's in White River Junction, Vermont for that sommelier-staffed experience. Love the ambience and rigorous focus on elevated, quality ingredients, at Putnam's. They have a corkboard-covered 3-ring binder menu which is aptly named a Field Guide. Trust me, this name is earned by the Tasting Notes alone. The field guide is like a thesis for advanced Upper Valley sippers, Vermont or not. If you forgot your book or paper, just saddle up to the Putnam's Field Guide. You'll find an elaborate offering of editorial descriptions of beverages from wine to martinis (6 kinds) to beer and whiskey (one from Japan). Btw, it's rare to find a wine bar that doubles as a gorgeous coffeehouse serving pastries, espresso-based drinks, teas and breakfast sandwiches on weekends. I'm looking forward to enjoying them sometime if I'm back. The offering at Putnam's Vineyard rotates seasonally, so I will describe what was there on my visits. Visit their website for updated menu surprises. As for the evening and weekends Fall menu, they call their offering Picnic Food. It's a modest title for an extensive offering of appetizers and a few sandwiches. Think fancied-up olives, pretzels, Brazilian cheese puffs, a craft beer mix, 2 melty sammies with Vermont cheeses (1 with turkey, the other veggies), beet and chevre arancini, dips and a vast selection of desserts. Vermont cheeses, apricots, Marcona almonds, dried apricots and crostini are looking divine on the cheese board. Oh, and there's also Superbon Madrid potato chips with Osetra caviar and a mini spirit of Gaston Chiquet champagne. Just saying. There is also a weekend brunch menu with bagels and egg sandwiches. As for the wine, I recommend a flight at Putmam's. In the fall season, these flight offerings were named: the Bella Blanca Wine Flight, the Falling Leaves Mixed Wine Flight, Fireside Reds Red Wine Flight, The Forgotten Bunches Mixed Wine Flight and the almighty and an unforgettable Sparkler Flight. In this flight, I slowly savoured 3 wine sparklers at $25 total. (And no, I cannot spell savour without a "u.") These wine flights are a true value. And here are the wines in the sparkler flight: 1.) Cava 2021 by Avinyó 2.) Crémant de Bourgogne Sparkling Brut Rosé NV by Albert Bichot 3.) Lambrusco by Villa Castellazo ROTA The Cava is everything. All three were delightful and I showed up needing warm fuzzies on an evening where there was live music so the total experience was extra lovely. There is also a whiskey flight! The coffee and craft beverages selection for the fall/winter menu includes a nitro cold brew, a brown butter latte with Maldon sea salt and biscotti and a FROLA New Orleans style cold brew slushie with maple syrup and coconut cream. To any craft and coffee beverage you can add Vermont Ice Cream Coffee Liqueur or Whistle Pig Piggy Back Bourbon. Yes, please. If you are making a trip of it, catch the local bbq joint across the way from Putnam's at lunch and then visit the wine bar for drinks. Layer up, because I've been nippy there twice, and then linger over one delightful beverage after the next. Oh, and there is a charming wine shop at Putnam's with handmade gifts to peruse, as well.

Simply the coolest hot spot in this little nook of Vermont. Arriving on a Sunday night, the outside…read moreof this fabulous old depot building looks like it's abandoned. But oh the speakeasy that lies within! Follow it around to the "secret" entrance and you are welcomed in with an impressive industrial chic meets garden / exotic jungle atmosphere. Little nooks of seating areas with their own unique feel. Cannot overstate the oozing charm of this large space that manages to create cozy corners. Friendly service, generous cheese board, a gift shop selection of sassy souvenirs. There is only goodness to be found here in the vine/yard. One of best hidden gems we have ever discovered.

Great post Killington dinner spot! Gorgeous views of the gorge and town, with a great ambiance…read more(especially from the beautiful Simon Pearce glass!). Super easy to make a group reservation on Open Table! The wait staff was great and helpful in deciding what we wanted for our meal. We really enjoyed the Roasted Caesar and the Short rib. My fiance also really loved his Manhattan--made with local bourbon!!

I'm glad my group decided to stop in on our way to another spot on our road trip itinerary of NE…read morearea. This place is pretty cool lots to do! It's a restaurant, it has a seperate bar, it's a glassware store - so you can shop very nice designs, and the basement is where they do the actual glass blowing, you can watch them at work! The restaurant was actually closed at the time. That was ok. And I didn't order anything at there seperate cutsey bar either- there was no time. But I enjoyed perusing the store, really nice pieces. Great place to find a wedding gift for a happy couple. And watching the glass blowers make the pieces was really cool. My fav part. If your visiting the area from outside the state, def worth a stop in.

Good service. Friendly local bar with a twist. ...............................................read more

This bar is amazing! I came by on a Saturday night in August with my friends and there was an…read moreoutdoor slammin' dance party on the front lot with food vendors. The DJ was awesome and people were dancing like crazy. It didn't take too long to get drinks and when we did they were affordable and served with a smile. We had an unforgettable time. I've heard in other nights it can be more low key. The bar itself is gorgeous, historical and large enough to spread out or find a quiet corner.

Stemwinders was phenomenal. Our server (the bartender) was so nice and very helpful. The setting is…read morerelaxed with a great bar area and seating upstairs. The tap list and cocktail menu is solid and the food was absolutely incredible. Would definitely recommend.

We are locals ,recently had dinner, and it was anything but a good experience. It started with our…read moreserver, who honestly seemed to want to be anywhere else but serving us. She seemed annoyed about everything and actually said when we said oh we remember you " I'm always here" and at 60 something years old she might want to chose a new profession. Know we've had her before and she depicts unprofessionalism. I won't post her name.. It took 20 minutes to get drinks, had a tasteless salad, cracker crust poorly prepared pizza -$23 for 2? Our brisket as stated on the menu? no- it was actually overcooked 3 pieces of short rib with no sauce( $40 meant to be shared?? . what a joke. My wife and I love Leslie at the wineshop but the restaurant is horrible. I'd stay away until they get better!

Sunday night pasta night was fantastic. Good drinks, pasta was really really well done and solid…read moreservice all around.

Unique outdoor seating on what's called the " Patio" but is actually a large barn-like covered bar/…read morerestaurant area out in what is a backyard space. Service is efficient and friendly and the pizza is amazing ! It was chilly eating outdoors at night ... so bring your sweatshirt to dine at this unique eatery!

My second visit to Mystico Cucina Italiana, and somehow it was just as impressive -- if not better…read more-- than the first. Consistency like this is rare, and it says everything about the standards they keep. I started with the Pomegranate Granita Oysters, and wow. Bright, refreshing, unbelievably fresh, and balanced perfectly. They were the kind of oysters you slow down for because you don't want the bite to end. I ordered the duck ragu again because I couldn't stop thinking about it from my last visit -- and once again, absolute perfection. Rich, comforting, layered with flavor, and yes... I cleaned the plate spotless. Not a drop left behind. From the hospitality to the execution of every dish, everything about this restaurant screams class, quality, and a superb dining experience. The team makes you feel welcome, the food exceeds expectations, and you leave already planning your next reservation. Manchester is lucky to have a place like this.

We heard really good things about Mystic Restaurant in Manchester Center, VT. We were in town and…read morewanted to give it a try. I had the Rigatoni Alla Carbonara. My friend had the Bucatini Cacio E Pepe. He said his dish was fine. Mine, on the other hand, was pasta coated in this thick orange paste (no sauce), which was absolutely tasteless (no exaggeration). It's as if they didn't even taste it for seasonings. I asked for salt. They offered to remake it, but I opted to try to make it edible adding my own seasoning. With quite a bit of salt, it was "ok", but the consistency left a lot to be desired. I probably should have sent it back and ordered a salad. A restaurant is only as good as it's food. Two stars is the best I could give them. The atmosphere was nice, and the service was good. But the food...

Gluten free heaven!…read more Ate at cork last night and every single appetizer and both desserts were gluten free and it was amazing!!! Gluten free lumpia and gluten free beignets?! Mind blowing!

Great food and services Rachel is well knowledgeable and…read moreoutstanding The whole vibe is friendly

Good food, comfortable atmosphere, very clean and exceptional waiter - looking forward to returning.read more

A shell of its former glory…read more I grew up hearing my parents rave about this place, they were nearly regulars a few years ago at their old location. I tried my brothers steak and we both agreed it was the most unique tasting steak we'd ever had in a bad way. My mom ordered a dish that came with rice and it seemed as if it was a type of quick/instant rice and her meal wasn't enjoyable. She said the quality went downhill from previous years. I ordered the duck, and I could hardly cut it, it wasn't tender, it was extremely chewy and the flavor was almost tasteless and what I could taste wasn't good. The sides were better than the duck sadly. My little brothers got burgers and fries and I will say the fries easily best the rest of the food with their salt and skins still on. The prices are steep and are comparable to other "fancy" middle tier restaurants, another side note all of our dishes for 6 people came out within 10 minutes which says something. I wish our experience was different.

Excellent rustic Vermonty cocktail bar. Nice assortment of expertly crafted cocktails. The outdoor…read morefire pits make sitting outdoors in the winter tolerable. Superb service. Walk down the alley to find this place.

Fantastic craft cocktails - presentation and taste! A bit pricey and modest size drinks, but…read moredelicious ... so worth it. Tasty olives and marcona almonds. Inside looked inviting. We sat outside and, candidly, I thought the table and chairs took away from the experience and need an upgrade which would dramatically improve the outdoor vibe (and complement the well-presented drinks and snacks ...). The pink glassware for water was a thoughtful design choice - nicely done!