Had no idea what a hot commodity this place would be to eat at on a Wednesday evening slightly after 5pm. Almost every table was full and reservations were recommended. Luckily we got a table for four. Ended up getting the Short Rib Poutine for our starter. I guess being so close to Canada a dish like this permeates to VT but us being out of towners were enthralled by that menu choice. Ended up getting the $10 Wednesday burger and fries deal which came with a local draft. Absolutely out of site combo. Kids meals came in rather expensive at $10 a pop which is brutal when one kid won't even take a bite. All and all great service and selection! Current photos don't do the interior justice. read more

Barkeaters Restaurant - Burger and fries special - American Near Me - Shelburne, Vermont

Ambiance was not at all what we expected. Pretty dated and homespun vibe to the place. We had a friendly and attentive server but we were one of only a few tables in the place. The pulled pork sandwich was really tasty with big thick chunks of pork. They smoke the meat themselves. The tomato bisque was boldly flavored and super creamy. The pastrami poutine was interesting. Felt like I had to try it because of the mix of ingredients. The pickle flavor overwhelmed the other elements. The pastrami was awfully dry. At the end of the meal the server brought some dark chocolate pretzel bark that was fantastic. That should be on the dessert menu! read more

It was really good. We got calamari, veggies, and Brussel sprouts to start. I had a grilled chicken sandwich. My bf had fish n chips. It was good and crispy. But not hot. The service was decent. Tha ambiance was was nice. read more

Burnt, cold, limp and greasy is the best way to describe what was served to me. I wasn't even aware that could be done. I dug through the black pile and removed layers of charcoal to find a few green centers of the brussel sprouts. However, the cooking choice, prevented anything edible to be found. If this type of visually disturbing product that is served, what else do they present? Items from the floor or ones out dated? Do they pick the bugs and hair off or are these served as well. A place like this cannot be trusted. read more

First time here and we loved it! Courtney was our server, attentive and helpful and steered us in the right direction. Started with the calamari, yum and beverages. My banh mi burger was great, juicy and I subbed the amazing sweet potato waffle fries. My companions had the fish n chips - super positive review on this, and the best veggie burger EVER! We split the PB chocolate pie 3 ways for dessert, decadent and smooth and great flavor profile. It was a beautiful night for outdoor dining which was fab. Mos def a fantastic experience, definitely will be back when we return to Shelburne! read more

Absolutely phenomenal food. A+ creative, distinct, surprising, and beautifully presented. This is the New Barkeaters. Go!

fabulous restaurant! The food was delicious. creative menu. my husband loved the fish, i loved the burger. Owner is caring and so on top of things, making sure we were comfortable . we loved it here and will return next time we are up north! highly recommend!!! read more

While the food is amazing, the people there go above and beyond to ensure that their guests are taken care of. This evening summer local produce was the star of the menu from their gazpacho soup, pork tenderloin with a blueberry hoisin sauce and the most delightful blueberry crisp for dessert. All in all just a lovely place to dine read more

Our service was okay, but the food and ambiance left much to be desired. Definitely had a "locals love" vibe...we were there for burger night and it seemed several patrons made this a part of their weekly routine. However, the burger wasn't cooked to order, we added mushrooms and Swiss, and there were very few mushrooms, and the accompanying fries were a small portion. I also ordered the burnt end poutine - there was no evidence of the beef gravy, as described in the menu; the pork was not burnt not ends; instead, it was undercooked, overly glazed pork belly. read more

My food was delicious and our server, Eve, was totally on top of her game. The atmosphere is cozy, but spacious enough that you don't feel like you are on top of other diners. One note: they do close at 8 pm, even on Fridays, so don't plan to dine late. We got up from our table at 8:30 and noticed that the place was empty! The staff politely told us that they were actually closed, but were very nice about it. read more

First time and stopped on our way back from VT to NY. Happened through the town on Rt.#7 and decided to give it a try. Location and parking easy access. Loved the homey decor. Great service provided by Eve. She went out of her way to make sure our selections were recommended and appropriate for one quest that had dietary limitations. Everything was tasty from appetizers of soup of day (curry pumpkin) to fried Brussels (my fave). Dinners for the four of us consisted of pulled pork sandwich, burger, seafood curry and salmon salad. Only feedback received other than delish was pulled pork a bit spicy for pulled pork and Kitchen didn't have any gluten free rolls. Forgot to snap a pic to share but all was beautifully presented as well. If we are ever in this area again, we would definitely go back. read more

From the antique, historic hammered tin ceiling, to the warm and friendly staff and the exquisite cuisine, Barkeaters is a winner! Tonight we had Jamaican Jerk Salmon with mango salsa and coconut rice: perfectly prepared and presented and a delight for the taste buds. We ended our meal with beignets, served warm with a delicious mint chocolate filling. We will be back often!! read more

It was our first time eating at BarkEaters, but we would definitely go back! Pros: -As of now they take reservations and do take-out... the in-house seating still abided by the 6-foot distance, so we felt comfortable eating without our masks on -The atmosphere felt clean and well kept -The waitstaff was friendly, respectful and polite -The signature cocktails were great -The appetizers and entrees were delicious (we got the fried cheese curds to start, I got the lobster Mac and cheese, my fiancé got the steak frites) Cons: -The atmosphere was clean, but a little outdated -The temperature in the restaurant was WARM... they even had an indoor fireplace going (in April) -Their online menu was different than the menu offered in-house (not a big deal, but a bummer if you had your heart set on a certain dish and when you get to the restaurant it isn't being offered) -The host began clearing plates before everyone at the table had finished their meals (I personally find this rude and makes the guests still eating feel rushed). I finished my meal first and my plate was cleared very soon after, several minutes later my fiancé had just put the last bite of steak in his mouth (was still chewing and there were still fries and vegetables on his plate) and the host came over and asked if she could clear his plate. As said, I would definitely go back because the food was excellent and our server was friendly and very polite... I would just recommend allowing all guests at the table to finish their meals before clearing plates read more

Great restaurant in Shelburne. The atmosphere is relaxed and decor is like rustic ski lodge / old england Inn. The menu has great options from farm to table fine dining to small plates & appetizers, as well regular pub fare of burgers and sandwiches. My wife loved the seared yellowfin tuna and I had the duck specials which was delicious! Wednesday is burger night and well worth a visit. read more

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First time here. Surprised by the interesting and delicious food. I had a hasselback sweet potato with salad. So pretty and yummy. The shredded chicken on top was unnecessary in my opinion, but my husband liked it. He had the meatloaf sandwich which was delicious! Great service. read more

High quality food and great service. Delightful atmosphere in a wonderful neighborhood. read more

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Excellent service and food! The special maple wings were amazing! the kids were happy as well with their menu choices- great place to eat!

Great spot. Really enjoyed the service and food here, recommend the pork chop and steak which we ordered but sure everything is good. Nice Vermont vibes. read more

Lovely ambiance, great food. Wouldn't necessarily bring my kids there again, they were the only ones there and felt like we disrupted the romantic vibe of the place. read more

The space and location are great if you are visiting the farm or museum in Shelburne. The food was eclectic and offered a little bit of everything. Fun twists on classics. Overall the food was good but nothing to gush about. Our server seemed as though she may have been new. Very friendly but not the most knowledgeable when we asked questions. Overall it was a great choice for our family. read more

My husband and I dined at Barkeaters this evening and it was fabulous. We are looking forward to dining there in the future.

I have eaten with family and friends at Barkeaters. The food is very good the service is excellent. WE are always welcomed and made to feel as if they know us. yesterday I ate lunch with a friend outside and the servers were friendly and helpful. I will continue to go back to Barkeaters. Connie Metz read more

Barkeater was recommended by staff at the Shelburne Museum. I am glad they mentioned it. Staff was friendly and food yummy and plentiful!

Suggested by our dining partners and was terrific! The ambience was lovely and the food was excellent. The Tomato Bisque and my Whiskey Pork Chop were heavenly. Wait staff is exemplary. Can't wait to return. read more

Excellent ambiance and decent food. Good burgers! We go regularly - slight dip in quality post pandemic I think weigh new chef. Excellent bar! read more

Last minute decision to drop in here and we ended up with a good meal. I had he swordfish special. It had a maple ginger (?) glaze and was very good. Topped with a salsa with tomato, mango, onion. Side of stir fry ramen noodles with carrot, onion. My husband had the filet mignon and was happy with it. The calamari app was quite good. The sauces are not on the side but under the calamari. Service was ok. I had to ask for my water to be refilled multiple times. A pet peeve of mine. I don't like to have to ask for this. I am always super impressed when the wait staff are on top of that. Since I was drinking water and everyone. Else at the table was Gavin drinks. It was noisy in there but it is a casual environment, so not surprising and to be expected. I would visit again. read more

First time there last night. Well worth the drive from Milton! The appetizers were amazing (fried pork belly and smoked deviled eggs) and our entrees were delicious (shrimp scampi and steak frites). The staff was incredible and friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Came here on a Saturday evening and got the mussels for my appetizer and the walnut and pear salad with salmon. The two together made a good, filling combination. The place has a nice cozy atmosphere. A decor element I really enjoyed was their use of canoes as shelves near the bar! Since it was Saturday evening, the place was pretty busy so service was ok, but they managed well with the crowd. Overall a good place to visit! read more

My husband and I have been wanting to try this place for a while and finally made it in. To say we were disappointed is an understatement. We had a reservation and when we first arrived, the hostess was on the phone literally reading the entire menu off to whoever she was talking to. She completely ignored us, rather than putting the person on hold or directing them to the website, and it was extremely awkward as the waiting space is very small. When we were finally seated, we started off with the calamari. It was extremely greasy, which was a huge turn off. It was also supposed to be served with spicy aioli, but not a hint of spice was detected. I ordered one of the specials for dinner, which was a steak fajita salad. Wow...the steak was shoe leather, completely overcooked and inedible. I honestly cannot believe the chef would send that out. I also realized later that the salad was supposed to have tortilla chips in it, but they were definitely not included. My husband ordered the fish and chips, also extremely greasy and he said it tasted like the oil was rancid. Overall, the only good thing we consumed was beer in a can and the chocolate you are given when your bill comes. Sadly, we will not be returning. read more

Great parking available. Outdoor dinning area was really cozy In the sun and shades from trees and umbrellas. Great food and Very polite staff. We're going back again here soon again for sure. read more

Had I been able to give a rating of 4.75 stars I would have. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars is because we have had a couple dishes there that we found overly salty. But we still have been back a number of times, and everything else that we've had has been delicious. The service is friendly and competent, and their outdoor patio is a hidden gem during COVID-19. We eagerly await summer and spring so we can return. read more

The atmosphere was nice but the food was absolutely terrible. The seafood curry was inedible and the others I ate with described the steak and salmon salad as "pretty bad." I hope they get a new chef because the location is great. read more

Upscale casual with a wonderful menu. I've been many times with family, everyone enjoys the Vermont happy atmosphere.

It was my first time at any restaurant in Shelburne and my lovely date suggested Barkeaters. It was incredible! Our hostess was Molly and she was fantastic; very attentive. We started with the butternut squash soup, which was probably one of the best butternut squash soups I have ever had, if not the best (sorry mom). It was rich, creamy and smooth. My only suggestion would be to include a couple pieces of crustini to go with it as it was so thick. We split two entrees, the cedar plank salmon and the ravioli of the day (apple, squash, gorgonzola). The salmon was cooked perfectly and was moist. The reduction sauce paired nicely with it and came with a bed of sweet potato, white bean and quinoa hash accompanied with an apple/mango chutney. A little bit of everything in one bite made for a memorable experience! The ravioli was great. Every bite tasted like apple pie! it reminded me of apple pie the day after Thanksgiving when I will take some slices of sharp cheddar cheese and melt it over a slice. The gorgonzola was a nice contrast to the apple and squash filling. I don't know which dish I liked more....they were all so delicious and I couldn't have asked for a better date. Definitely coming here again. read more

Barkeaters Restaurant - Apple & Squash Ravioli - American Near Me - Shelburne, Vermont

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Awesome! Great service and food! Highly recommend! This Yelp site should not limit how long or short a review is. We all may post more often if any amount of characters would be enough. Any way to post a review of Yelp on Yelp?!? read more

It was fine, very nice inside, the decor was lovely. The hostess seemed a bit.... frazzled. But then again, it was burger night, apparently. My husband and I didn't know that going in, but we're glad that it was, as the entrees were quite expensive otherwise. We both ordered burgers (and a local beer, as that was part of the special burger night pricing). I asked for Vermont cheddar on mine and either they forgot the cheddar or they gave me the smallest slice of cheese known to man. Tasty burgers, overall. As for the prices on the regular menu, we got out of there for a steal. I'd recommend it I guess. Make a reservation, though. read more

In the middle of a global pandemic, I am so grateful for places like this. I have been nervous to go out, nervous to remove my mask in public, nervous to eat anywhere but my own kitchen. However, when we just couldn't stand the taste of our own cooking anymore, I relented and agreed to go to Barketers. I was not disappointed. The service was covid compliant, friendly and beyond obliging, the atmosphere was fantastic (who doesn't love music with dinner?), and the food was phenomenal. From the Buffalo Chicken appetizer right through the Steak Frites and Lemon Drop dessert, I was impressed. Will be recommending to literally anyone who will listen. read more

Very good place. I go there quite often with my friends and food is always delicious. Especially we like chicken wings. Yummy!

I had brunch with 3 friends on Sunday and we had a fabulous experience. Our server Tyler was attentive and knowledgeable. Our food was delivered in a timely manner and everyone enjoyed their brunch entrees. The food was delicious and the service fantastic. read more

Best meal and service I've had in a very long time. The staff is very friendly the food was incredible.