Went last night for the first time; but it won't be our last! Food, service, food, food were just…read moreamazing. We both had the tray, ribs for her, and brisket for me. The brisket was moist, delicious and bursting with flavor with the perfect char. Washed it down with a beer. A-MA-ING! If i had a negative it would be because of the cozy size of the restaurant, the noise level made it very difficult to talk to our friends seated across the table from is but don't let that stopyou from going; maybe avoid the weekends. We were there on a Saturday evening. Now to plan our return. . .

Had a lovely experience at Black Ember. Five people in our party. Luckily we were seated…read moreimmediately. Very small restaurant so get there early. Everything was delicious, juicy and packed with flavor. Two of us ordered the half chicken ( best I've ever had) two order the brisket dinner and one ordered the brisket sandwich. They have several sauces on the table, but you really didn't need any. The Resturant was clean and well maintained.

Love their authentic food. What a great addition to Manchester! Friendly service and everything…read moreI've tried has been fantastic

WOW, these have got to be the best tacos I've had in years, (I grew up San Diego where they have…read moreamazing tacos, so I guess you could say I know a thing or two !) AUTHENTIC, FRESH and very very tasty. My family and I have tried almost everything on the menu and everything hits the spot! The birria and pescado tacos have got to be our top favorites! Super fast and easy pickup, we placed online to go, was ready in 10 minutes. Can't believe we almost drove by ! It's a Small little food truck tucked away in the corner, but it's the BIGGEST Jem in Manchester, they have nice picnic tables to eat at , it was snowing when we went, but they'd be nice when it warms up. I can not believe this place doesn't have a million people lined up for their food. SERIOUSLY SO GOOD, if you're anywhere nearby, one of the only truly authentic places for miles. I pray they open up a restaurant in the future ! Noticed their menu isn't up here so I'll include a picture I took ! MUST TRYYY OMGG

I love their wraps. We order from Johnny's when we have a meeting in Ludlow. They never disappoint.read more

This little kitchen and bar is awesome! Tucked away from the main street, but not hard to find…read more Great sandwiches - I had a Fabio, i. e. Ham and Swiss cheese, salami, sauerkraut, banana peppers, and slices of tomato on an Italian bun. Fabio is fabulous. All the food items, including the specials seem fairly priced. A decent selection of national and local canned variety of beer. I opted for Super Nova IPA 6.8 % ABV from Middlebury VT. The owner/chef Jonny is friendly, quick with a smile. A great guitar and base player. Stop in the afternoon toward the end of the end to enjoy some blues and jazz. Don't forget to bring your favorite instrument to join in on the fun.

Smokehouse is provides ample positivity for the current food truck trend. Nestled in a market…read moreparking lot the smoky goodness lures you in. The gentleman at the window was nice and helpful. We went with their brisket platter- decent portion with full flavor and perfectly prepared. Cornbread and beans were great. We also did a side of Mac n cheese; it was decent, but lacked flavor. Overall, great place with a local, true bbq vibe and we will definitely return!

The Smokehouse Barbecue Food Cart & The NOMAD Chefs Food Cart…read more Wilmington, Vermont Around the time that I moved to Vermont , I started hearing about An Incredible Team Of Chefs Called "The Nomad Chefs"Founded By The Great Brandon Ruble. They were Featured Each Week At That Time At The Wilmington Inn For Their "Wicked Wednesday" Events & They Always Got Rave Reviews. Each Week Mr Ruble Would Change Up The Menu With New & Delicious surprises with flavors and tastes from all Around the globe. And each Time I Went, The Food Was perfection. It wasn't long before Brandon Ruble Was The Talk Of The Town and Over the last two years or so, he went on to purchase a food truck for "Nomad Chefs" & Everybody Loves It. And Not long ago, I heard he had a brand new Food Truck & Started A Whole New Brand Called "The Smokehouse". They are currently at the River Valley Market & I'd been dying to go but kept missing it for one reason or the other, but last week I got there at just the right time. I even Got A Chance To Meet Brandon Ruble himself & He Was Just As Sweet As He Is Talented. It's easy to see how hard he works & How Well. A true master at what he does. A seasoned professional. Dan Took my order and he was awesome. Funny, sweet & Very Accommodating. His sweet tea was out of this world & Some of the best I've ever had. I Ordered the Brisket with Sides Of Coleslaw, Baked Beans & Homemade Cornbread. I Was Hesitant to order the brisket as my recent experiences doing so at other establishments didn't turn out so well. It takes a special touch to get brisket just right and not over or under cooked. Usually people miss the mark one way or the other. But The minute I opened my to-go box, I knew this wouldn't be the same. You could literally see how juicy it was & The meat was so tender it was almost falling apart In Your Mouth. To say that it was perfection would be an understatement. And the Flavor? Sooooo delectable. Rich & Full Bodied. Just perfect. Holy smokes was that delicious ( No Pun Intended). This was hands down The best brisket I've Ever had in all my life and I'm no spring chicken. Theres such a huge difference in the taste when its made by someone who is a true artist. Someone who puts thought, and time into all of the dishes that he adds to his menu. Someone like Brandon Ruble. I would highly recommend this food cart 100%. It Is Without A Doubt, The Best & Most Delicious Meal You'll Find & even The Fairest Price. Not Only Will You Love It, You Will Leave Full And Happy & You'll want to come back & So will your whole family. As You Eat Or Wait For Your To-Go Order, You'll Smell The Two Extra Large Smokers Going The Whole Time. The menu has something For Everyone, including Chicken Wings, Burgers, Fries & Even Hush Puppies. The main attraction though is the smoked platter. You choose your meat , IE Brisket, Pork Etc & pick two side dishes. No matter what you pick it'll be delicious. You will be very happy. I guarantee it. I went back a few days later with a friend of mine who's usually the hardest critic and doesn't like to to try new things. He sticks with the places he knows and goes there habitually. But even he went crazy over "The Smokehouse". His quote exactly was "This Is Better Than Any Place In Town". And THAT is the hugest statement of all in a place like vermont where there's delicious food everywhere. I highly recommend "The Smokehouse" Food Cart, In Addition to The "Nomad Chef's" Food Cart & Or Anything Else Brandon Ruble Puts his hands on. This man is absolutely gifted. The meal that I Had At "The Smokehouse" is only one of the many incredible creations that we've all come to know & expect from Mr Ruble When He Puts His name on Something. As far as I can see, there's nothing this man can't do. 5 stars

I came here with a group of 12 on a Saturday night. We made a reservation and had an entire room…read moreupstairs to ourselves (with our own bathroom!). This restaurant does shareables so you order a bunch of apps and entrees to split with the table. The waiter was very helpful determining the right amount of food to order. We ordered almost everything off the menu. Not one plate disappointed. Everything was incredible and the portions were good too. The atmosphere was rustic but elegant. Highly recommend this spot for a nice dinner!

Whatever turbulence may have existed during the ownership changeover has been overcome. Wife and I…read morehad a lovely meal last Friday in one of the upstairs rooms. Had the ribs, the mussels and the fettuccine and I would rate them as good, better, best as the fettuccine was the star. Drinks were on point and the Good Ol Boy tasted every bit as good as the night before across the street. Would recommend....

Just two nice guys in a humble truck, slinging some gd incredible barbeque…read more I think I'm going to say it. Yes, I'm going to say it. RVQ Smokehouse made me the best wings I've had in years. Maybe even the best wings I've ever had, ever. Crispy outside, tender inside, flavors balanced & delectable, texture & eat-a-bility a 10/10... Wow my mouth is watering just writing about them now. They could teach a master class in wing-ology. I'd go way out of my way to visit this food truck again. Wishing them the best of luck, they deserve all the good things!

The food was absolutely fantastic! Dan was an incredible host he fed my entire family of 22 in just…read more20 minutes! His efficiency, friendliness, and dedication truly blew us away. The food was delicious, and Dan made sure everyone was taken care of with a smile. This food truck is a must visit for great food and amazing service. Highly recommend!

Really good sandwiches in a neat historic town. Peru VT a welcome accident on the road to Acadia.read more

This is all.about the atmosphere. On a beautiful day the perfectly manicured lawn, the yard games,…read morethe marble patio make this a great destination. The inside really arrives for "general store", and it's cute, but they are far more focused on the bistro side: with the best chai latte I've had. They also have a full bar. As far as food- its expensive. The fresh bread is a step up from what I would expect, but it's not quite worth it for the food alone. (But combined with the atmosphere it absolutely is). Oddly, breakfasts and drinks are very reasonably priced. If I lived near this would be a routine summer morning stop. As it was, really glad for the stop at the start of a very long drive.

This is a trailer parked at a parking lot in Manchester, VT. Very decorative trailer serving up…read moresome very authentic Jamaican food. Our favorite was the oxtail meal. It was tender and fell off the bone. Then, the jerk chicken, those were some of the best jerk chicken I have ever had. Very flavorful just enough spice! Our least favorite is the curry goat. It was gamey and too salty. Lady was very friendly. I can just go back for the jerk chicken. Will miss you when I leave VT.

In a small town teeming with cozy, charming restaurants, Manchester, VT certainly offers much for…read morefor foodies, especially those who love continental and New American cuisine. But for our little family with two impatient toddlers and somewhat more adventurous palates, we soon learned to seek quick, casual, and delicious. And Jamerican offered that. Unfortunately, on the evening we wanted to try it out, it poured, so we returned for lunch the next day. We ordered the jerk chicken meal and the ackee and saltfish meal--which were simply amazing. So flavorful and generously proportioned. The jerk chicken was incredibly tender inside yet crispy on the outside. The seafood was scrumptious as well. The very kind owner even gave our kids a side of. mac and cheese for free. The seating was very cleverly set up next to the food truck with a canopy for sun cover. This was one of the best and most unforgettable meals during our short vacation in Manchester. The food truck is next to a little brook with a trail good for hiking.