A destination dining experience that quietly rivals Michelin-level restaurants…read more Some places are good. Some places are memorable. And then there are places that make you stop mid-bite and think, "How is this here?" The Dinner House is absolutely one of those places. Tucked into the most charming corner of Vermont, this restaurant feels like a discovery -- elegant without being pretentious, warm without being casual. During my stay, the dining room was packed every single night, with real waitlists and a steady buzz that confirmed what was already obvious: people know this place is special. The food is on another level. Thoughtful, refined, and deeply satisfying -- every dish is executed with precision and heart. It's the kind of cooking that feels effortlessly confident. Honestly? This is Michelin-consideration legit. The kind of restaurant you'd expect to read about in a city dining guide, not stumble upon in rural Vermont. Behind it all is a true culinary powerhouse: Steve, the chef, and Maria, the baker. Together, they are magic. The savory dishes are layered, balanced, and beautifully composed, while the baking is exceptional -- the kind that lingers in your memory long after the plate is cleared. Their collaboration elevates the entire experience. Sunday brunch deserves special mention -- indulgent, comforting, and flawless. Come hungry, expect to wait, and trust that it will be worth it. This isn't just a great local restaurant. It's a destination. If you care about food, hospitality, and experiences that feel rare and intentional, make the trip.

This is a must try! Such an amazing experience and phenomenal food. We went here for the first time…read moretoday and had an amazing experience. The staff was extremely friendly, the food was great and prices were completely reasonable. You start off with complimentary corn bread (best I've ever had) and tortilla chips with homemade salsa and whipped cheese. Then we had the pork belly, poutine, and croquettes. All amazing. And had the split pea soup and dinner salad for the main. The cocktails were great too! This has to be the best restaurant I've been to in this area.

Serves Gifford's ice cream. Was delicious! Fast friendly service. The cotton candy flavor was a…read morepleasant surprise! Toasted coconut was another fav! Definite must try in St J's.

I've been going to the milk house for ice cream since we moved back to Vermont. One of the best…read morelook forward to seeing that flag as it first day in May knowing that the ice cream sundae will be as good is that better than last year if you're in the area, it's a must. Service is always quick price is reasonable only question is parking the evening that's not a problem. Planning my day around an ice cream sundae. Great for a hot day like today.

I was lucky enough to teach at a retreat catered by Cold Spring Kitchen and the food was…read moreSPECTACULAR. As a big food lover in general, I can be picky sometimes about quality but every single item, from salad to soup to entrees to (oh my God) desserts was just top notch. I can't wait to come back again!

I'm a sucker for a good Thanksgiving sandwich, and this place makes an epic one! The other…read moreofferings sounded yummy, as well. Their baked goods are varied and delicious.

They need to rename this place as a bakery & deli. Had the most wonderful fresh sandwiches of the…read moretrip here in a funky, friendly setting.

OMG!!!! OK , I must admit , I do know the Michaud family but I didn't know that they were this…read morebusiness until I looked into who owned this company. We drive 15 miles extra to a store that carries this milk , it IS that much better !! And I don't even like milk ! But in my cappuccino , you can feel the love in that milk! I know that sounds hokey, but a small company puts their heart and soul into their products ! Look at Ben &Jerry's , I had the vanilla flavor last night , and it was AWFUL !!! I have had that ice cream since it was "born" and when it was sold to that conglomerate company , the quality has gone from best to worst . The ice cream last night tasted like ice milk , not ice cream. I can't wait to find Kingdom Creamery ice cream , and when we are released to travel , we are certainly headed to East Hardwick for LOTS of ice cream ! Michaud family , I know times are hard right now , but please hang in there , you ARE THE BEST!!

Possibly the best and cheapest ice cream parlor in the " Kingdom " as they call this part of…read moreVermont. You can't go inside this place. It's like a Carvel or DQ. But there are benches outside and it seems like the whole town is waiting in line and licking their chops for what seems to be a nightly attraction. I found out that their small cones are really large in size. That amazed me...what a value and the fat content is really high to give it a silky taste, beyond good. Staff is polite and the line moved rapidly.

I went there mid afternoon and I was not pleased with the outcome. I got a medium hard strawberry…read moreshake and the shake was watered down and there was dried chunks of crusty chocolate and old nuts in my shake! They should be cleaning the mixer after every ice cream they make and I should not have gross items I did not order in my shake!

This isn't a retail operation. They supply to local general stores. Wasn't able to find any goods…read morein Derby.

They literally bake the best bagels I ever had! Like honestly who would have thought one could find…read moresuch fire bagels in Vermont? I'm from NJ/NYC and these were literally better than anything I've ever had over here. Jocelyn and Cinta sell some items in The Roots Market in Middlesex and I saw some bagels there while visiting over the weekend and am OBSESSED. Like I wish I could order these bagels in bulk online? They're that good. I couldn't believe it. I barely even like bagels, and I'm over here writing a whole review on them?! I'm literally coming back to Vermont just for these bagels! And I can't wait to try their other items because I know they'll be amazing. Such good quality!

I live out of state & wanting a cake for my son's 40th birthday he lives in Montpelier & her cakes…read morewere what I wanted. she made a wonderful carrot cake & my son loved it

Delicious treats! I was gifted 6 delightful half pint jars of cakes from my workplace for my…read morebirthday and they were incredible. The packaging was so thoughtful and cute. Each flavor was perfection. It was clear how much passionate work went into creating these. Would definitely recommend these for care packages or parties!

Ever since I first heard about Super Secret Ice Cream, it's been on my must-try list. The concept…read moresounded so unique, and a flight of ice cream is basically my dream way to eat ice cream--I always struggle to choose just one flavor. The shop makes tiny-batch ice cream from scratch up in the White Mountains, and it shows in the quality. I went for the egg-carton flight, which came with six flavors: Slopeside Mint Chip, Trillium Coffee, Single Origin Chocolate, Honeycomb, Mount Cabot Maple, and one more I can't quite remember. Each scoop had its own personality--bright mint, bold coffee, rich chocolate, and the maple and honeycomb were especially standout. The space itself is a fun little spot, perfect for a hot day. Portions aren't huge, which I actually liked because it felt more like a treat or snack rather than an overload. My only gripe is that the flavors aren't labeled on the carton, so it can be a bit of a guessing game figuring out what you're tasting. Overall though, between the creativity, the locally inspired flavors, and the chance to try a bunch at once, it's absolutely worth the stop if you're in the area.

You know how some places are overhyped? This place is definitely NOT one of them! Super Secret…read morelives up to every bit of its hype. It has won various awards, and after just one taste of their ice cream, you'll think to yourself: "Ah, okay - now it all makes sense." I'm finding it hard to accurately describe the flavor explosion when I took a bite of the strawberry shortcake ice cream. It was sweet and tangy, with a crumbly crunch in every bite from the graham cracker. It's as if the strawberry shortcake pops you got from the ice cream truck as a kid were somehow 10 times more delicious and folded into creamy, strawberry ice cream. The place itself is adorable, with plenty of options for outdoor seating both in the front and back. There's even a board where you can spell out words with magnetic letters and a giant checkers game. They've somehow nailed incredible ice cream with a super cool vibe. Service is always fast, friendly, and happy to help you find the right flavor by letting you sample different options. This place is a MUST visit in the Western White Mountains!

When visiting the area we met a local who sang this ice cream shop praises and he wasn't wrong! The…read moreMaple creamie here was delicious. All of the ice cream was so good we came back as many times as we could in our trip! The portion sizes were gigantic too! The gals at the window were so sweet and patient. I'm pretty sure the kids loved the outdoor set up as well- the fire truck was so fun for them- I've never seen them use their imagination like they did in such a long time. There was also plenty of picnic table seating so the adults could relax while the kids played!

Chocolate peanut butter was amazing!!!…read more Nice big parking. Nice area to sit too. Lovely fields around. Just a great place to get ice cream!! Gifford a ice cream is a Maine brand and It was just so good. They had tons of flavors and did all styles (shakes, sundaes etc)