Fun breakfast/lunch cafe and coffee shop with an interesting shopping experience…read more The bread is delish and staff do a great job handling the line in a small space. Sit in or out.

This place was absolutely wonderful! I only went in this place because I had to use the bathroom…read moresuper bad! But I walked in, saw the absolutely adorable surroundings and locally produced food and house made menu items and was like "Lunch Time"!!!! The girls there were super kind and enthusiastic. The roasted chicken sandwich was delicious! Their little pumpkin danishes changed my life!! Amazing! The baked good are made both on premises as well as from a local bakery. I loved all these answers! The back room is where the dining room is has a fireplace and is super rustic haven. Just an amazing impromptu lunch experience! My only complaint was the Thai chicken soup, yuck lol. It was really just warm mush. But other than that I am marking this place on my map of favorite places ever!

New year, new review…read more Popped in after a morning of skiing New Year's Day and place was packed for lunch! I didn't mind as I was in no rush. As I waited in line I enjoyed conversations with both the people in front and behind me whom all have never been before. The joy and excitement on their faces as they made their way to order was priceless. As for myself, a small mac to help start the new year strong for total lbs sold (81k in 2024) and a small pulled pork. Wanted to order some other things but my refrigerator is full at home, so another time. If this will be your first time, just be aware of parking could be very busy as there's not much. Both ways before pull out of parking spaces as well. Main road can be a cluster at times. I also recommend getting lots of little things rather than a little of a lot. You can always come back for more!

A local had suggested this spot as a favorite roadtrip stop, and it is now my new favorite too!…read moreLimited parking and togo lines were long, but service was quick. There are 2 lines - deli and sandwiches. Great selection of Vermont-made snacks, drinks, and souvenirs as well. I ordered: - Macaroni and cheese ($4.29 per 1/2 lb) made with Vermont's Cabot cheddar cheese - very creamy, cheesy, and had a perfect texture. - Maple BBQ Pulled Pork ($5.99 per 1/2 lb) - very juicy and moist - Turkey Sandwich - had this the next day and it was still tasty. Not dry at all. All were very flavorful and delicious! Highly recommend visiting ~ I can't wait to be back :)

We were too hungry after skiing to take any pictures of our food before we devoured it! This place…read morehit the spot for lunch after a morning at Mount Snow. The menu is extensive and it really seemed like we couldn't go wrong with whatever we chose. I had the patty melt and my husband had the fish sandwich. They were both delicious and the fries that came with them were perfectly seasoned. The portions were good and the prices were right. Service was quick and the place was clean and modern. We'll come back again next time we're around and I'd want to try their chili.

Much better than when it was Betsy's Dots of Dover. We had breakfast there twice in a week. The…read morenew owner Alice was very attentive and stopped by our table a few times. I look forward to when they expand to include dinner service.

Excellent place at the foot of Okemo's access road. It makes it worthwhile to go to Okemo's main…read moreclocktower complex which I avoid like the plague as we almost always go to the Jackson Gore side. Big Pops has been open for less than two years and it's superb. Great ambiance, good music, and the friendliest service ever. We ordered our food and an attendant brought it to our table with the greatest smile and the "please let us know if you need anything else". The subdued lighting and the REM-genre music makes for a welcoming place. And of course, ski movies on the large TV screen. I ordered the all-day Breakfast sandwich, 2 eggs, a boatload of shaved ham, cheese, on a Portuguese muffin. Yum. We will be back for sure. A wonderful respite from corporate resort food.

So nice to have this new place replace the Java Baba that was here before. We stopped by for lunch…read moreand were super impressed by the creative sandwich's and salads. We got a roast beef grinder that had good amount of meat plus a nice grinder roll. I got the chili which was enough for two meals. It had a spicy kick to it too and was a welcome surprise. The buffalo chicken salad was also huge and the chicken was a nice fresh tenders. Service was friendly and it was easy to order. Look forward to breakfast too.

Great chicken sandwich!! Perfectly crisp on the outside. Probably one of the best chicken…read moresandwiches I've had. I didn't get the Nashville hot, got less spicy. Perfect amount of spice. Friendly staff. Clean establishment. A pleasant seating area outside. Perfect for a casual meal.

Wow....just wow…read more Everything was perfect. 5 Giant stars. 9 thumbs up. The Ceasar salad was the best I have ever eaten, and I consider myself a Ceasar salad snob, a CC conesuier if you will. The fresh peas delicately mixed with the pork lardons and crushed romano crotons were sheer bliss. I will never forget this salad as it now rules as my gold standard. We wanted to hug the chef. Everything tasted like it was scratch made with love using fresh seasonal ingredients; this includes the pork dumplings which you must try during your lifetime!! I could drink that sauce. I usually take pictures of the food but it was devoured in what seemed like seconds. Staff was super friendly and very good at their jobs. When you are looking for the place remember that it is tucked away, bordering on hidden, so look up directions because Waze won't bring you right in front of the place. Great for lunch. Indoor and outdoor seating. Order at the counter and choose a table. Very efficient system. Can't wait to return for the burgers (Vermonters call them 'meat pattys') with fried green tomatoes! Kudos. Thank you to Yelp for helping us find this undiscovered treasure.

Such a great sandwich spot in Vermont. The sandwiches were loaded, it had a mom and pop vibe, and…read morethe service was great. Definitely worth a stop while you're here. We got: Roast beef cheddar melt Tuna salad sandwich Steeple guy special Neighbor Grilled pastrami And they were all pretty good!

Wide variety of sandwiches and wraps, all are available to be customized. Service is always fast,…read morethe owners are extremely friendly. Everyone is family here! I love to sit at the tables by the window and watch out Merchants Row. The Rueben is delicious as well!

What a lovely place. The selection of local foods was really extensive and the mini 60% chocolate…read morebar we got was decadent. The mocha with local chocolate was the best I've ever had and the Battenkill chocolate milk espresso creamery was so so good! I can't wait to return. Very nice staff as well.

We just moved to Vermont last week. My youngest already calls this her place. The staff is…read morefriendly, food is amazing and reasonably priced. We love taking our food upstairs to eat while we hang out together.

Stopped in for a breakfast sandwich and coffee. This tidy, little corner deli has a great vibe and…read morethe service is friendly. I had a toasted everything bagel with a very healthy portion of egg, bacon, and cheese. Delicious, as was the coffee! Quality craft beers, iced tea, and sodas in the coolers. Two thumbs up!

Worst experience in Bennington! Do not patron if you enjoy…read moreany level of hospitality & actual value. I came in cheerful & this guy ruined the day... I ended up leaving angry and literally cried.... Their online ordering has a Reuben with an option for $2 extra meat & a note box so I cld have written there asking for the extra portion on the side. EASY. Yet, I went in person to see what the specials were hoping for a great lunch, because Im here for medical procedures at the hospital and had fasted since the day before. Id never been to The Elm Street Market before, but it was close to the hospital, & love Vermont markets for all the years I have lived here. But THIS place :: T E R R I B L E mistake! The employee at the counter was as fake & uncaring as it gets, & shld definitely not be the customer guy. He would not just let the added side be $2 , but wanted to weigh it out & charge me for a deli style $6 sliced side in a package as an addition to the $14 sandwich. ($20 Reuben?!) I said I didn't need or expect a package of sliced cold meat, that I was just adding the side portion to share with my pups. For Lunch. He just becomes patronizing, dense, & fully lacking capacity or willingness to help and says he "can't bc it just doesn't work that way" unless I get it on the sandwich. I cld order it online but not with him at register. And for some reason he cant figure out a $2 portion of meat. Surreal Incompetence. The next level of downhill not-so-fun is seeing the tiny soup. A cup of soup for $8. A latte "special" that I cld not even taste the smoked maple flavor and was only 3/4 full. It's actually shocking- what happened to actually CARING about just helping ppl have a good experience if you are working in the restaurant business as a small local independent market? Hey Elm Street Market Fella, you cld do the simplest things like not try ripping ppl off & being kind! His patronizing attitude & lack of capacity really took it over the top- how am I supposed to enjoy this $36 ordeal? Supposedly he is refunding the meat, bc I explained I didn't order a package of meat. He took it out of bag & literally said "take your sandwich & drink & go". I was upset~ I said this is truly unacceptable ~ try some Kindness & Authenticity! And left. The other young lady who was working that day & witnessed this whole debacle seemed to feel bad making 'Im So Sorry' faces. She at least offered me a dollop of maple syrup & noted the drink was not filled~ but also was being oppressed by his attitude. I cld tell he was being an overbearing tyrant. Wtf - this is NOT Vermont as it should be DUDE. All it took was putting a few slices on the side for $2 & filling up a drink. Ridiculous.

FANTASTIC sausage egg and cheese on Portuguese roll - wow! Coffee very good as well. Love their…read morebread!

My turkey club was delicious. The bread must have been homemade. It was fluffy, light, soft and…read morethick cut. The bacon was crispy and the turkey was nice too. My husband's Italian combo was weird. It had pickles, olives, jalapeños, and italian dressing on it. Sort of an Italian salad on a sandwich more than a traditional combo. He wasn't a fan. Would order again just not that last sandwich.

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