We drove up from Albany, NY to meet friends visiting from out of state. We both agree that our experience was so good, we'd make the trip again just for us! The food was delicious, using high quality ingredients, and the portions were generous. We started with waldorf salads and enjoyed the cranberry chèvre chicken and Thai haddock, savoring every bite! Dessert was flourless chocolate cake and ice cream. A perfect meal! The staff was lovely and helpful. The menu includes multiple gluten free meals so everyone could enjoy dinner! read more

Excellent food and people. Wonderful ambiance. They had escargots! Rarely get to have them and they were really good! They also introduced us to a local brew...a Scottish ale from Drop-In Brewery called Heart of Lothian. Liked it so much we looked for it at the local supermarket and bought a few. Highly recommended! read more

This is an annual May much-anticipated pilgrimage for us. Food outstanding, ambiance unique ~ small, very friendly, old and quirky. Staff fabulous!! Wine selection above average (I only order by the glass). Duck whole leg was the best I have ever had. Large w delicious marinade & sauce. Outside dining when warm enough. You will not be disappointed. read more

How did I ever give this place 4 stars?! Awesome spot, food, drinks, service, ambiance all top tier! The best

Really good. They made a prosciutto cannoli. Really good idea because it actually worked!

Great spot in Vergennes, Vermont. A quaint and cozy French style bistro, with a good ambiance so absent from the soulless "modern industrial loft" setting so many places have today. This is a great spot for a romantic evening, a small family dinner, or other occasion, in addition to just a nice dinner just because. In pandemic times, a reservation is currently required for in-dining, and spaces are limited, so that reservation is definitely recommended. They did a great job managing the space and applying sensible COVID19 precautions. None of that detracted from an incredible meal. The food and service were both on point. The Duck Rillet appetizer was good, but I had regretted not having the escargot instead, just because the garlic aromatics coming off that dish made it seem all the more superior. The brie and bacon chicken was a perfect blend of flavors, as were the sides of mashed potatoes (with heavy cream, butter, and garlic), and the French Fries, which were nice and warm and crispy. Of course, Vermont maple syrup makes most things better, and so maple all the things! Which is the maple custard of the maple creme brûlée for dessert, which was also yummy. Many thanks and respect to all the staff for working through such difficult times. Will definitely be returning in the future! read more

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I do not understand how this place has such high ratings. We went for a special occasion dinner seeing the reviews and were very disappointed. We were sat at a table next to the stairs, so the servers were constantly walking by. It took about 10 minutes for anyone to greet us after we sat down. The bench I was seated on was up so high compared to the table that I had to hunch over to eat the food and could barely fit my knees under the table. We ordered two appetizers which came out alarmingly quickly. The goat cheese dip had clearly been pre-plated and refrigerated as the entire plate was freezing cold including the bread you were supposed to dip in the cheese. Our entrees were very mediocre and the steak had a weird texture to it that was unappetizing. I think it's strange that the meals all come with mashed potatoes and fries, however they were one of the tastier things we ate. Dessert was alright. We were in and out in 50 minutes (!), due to the clearly pre-cooked apps and entrees, for what was supposed to be a romantic dinner. Starry Night, albeit more expensive, is just down the road and is a million times better. I would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

It's definitely one of the best dining experiences around. And the fries are to die for...

My husband and I dined at The Black Sheep Bistro one evening during our short vacation in Vergennes in late October. We made reservations to dine there, which was a good thing, because even with some outdoor seating, dining space is limited in this small restaurant. The food was flavorful and satisfying, and the bread that was served before the dinner was hot, crusty and delicious. For those who are counting calories or have a small appetite, beware that each table is served garlic mashed potatoes, and French fries (family style) along with their entrees. We even said 'no' ahead of time to the mashed potatoes, but our waitress brought them over anyway. Good food, but too many gratuitous extras! read more

Fantastic meal in a super old building. All of our meals were terrific. I love their approach where the apps were all one price, and the main courses were all one price. The drinks were fantastic and a great wine list. We would have gone back if we discovered this place earlier. read more

Oh my, how divine. We loved everything about this place (except for the appetizer we ordered but even that wasn't enough to knock off a star). The ambiance is adorable with tons of framed prints and cartoons. Drapery masking the kitchen door. We were seated in one of the cozy corners on the upper level. Service was friendly and impeccable. We started with the butternut squash ravioli, which was underwhelming. But the bread and butter was fantastic. Our entrees, chicken and Brie and steak with creamed spinach were both delicious. And who doesn't love mashed potatoes (so creamy) and fries (served with ketchup and two aiolis)? We most definitely would frequent this place if we lived in the area. read more

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Great menu, something for everyone. Apps were awesome, salads were huge, and entrees were just the right portion size. Service was outstanding. I'll be back soon! read more

The ambiance and vibe of the this gem in Vergennes remain welcoming and tranquil. The service was exceptional, as well as the food. From the complementary bread to the corn chowder and duck entrée, everything was well-seasoned and wonderfully prepared. The cheesecake was off the chain as well. read more

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Enjoyed a pre-concert dinner at Black Sheep. Despite being quite a bit early for our reservation, we were warmly welcomed and seated. We had great cocktails and an appetizer of homemade chips and a sweet potato dip. Once we were ready to order, two of us chose the steak entree, one a fish entree and I had a roasted beet dish. All spectacular. My dessert of maple flan was memorable. Street parking was easy and our meal made me wish we were locals. read more

Lovely dinner! Avocado soup was so good as well as the haddock entree with Thai curry sauce. My husband's pot stickers app & steak entree were spot on. Had to even take some home that he couldn't finish. Attentive staff were efficient & friendly. Cozy spot with sweet outside dining also. Highly recommend! Reservations recommended. read more

Wonderful French bistro in the heart of Vergennes Vermont. we've been coming here for over 15 years every time we visit Basin Harbor. The food is absolutely wonderful and the prices are amazing for the quality and portions. all of their appetizers are delicious but my family and I especially like the Kalamata olive Caesar salad. The serving staff is extremely friendly and add so much to the dining experience. I highly recommend the dining experience at Blacksheep read more

Black Sheep Bistro - their amazing Kalamata Caesar salad - New American Near Me - Vergennes, Vermont

My husband and I dined here on our 54th wedding anniversary. We both really enjoyed the food. I had the halibut and my husband had the duck. The fish was very well cooked, flavorful, and tender. My husband loved the duck confit which was tasty and fell apart on touch. Our server was very attentive and engaging. She immediately fixed me an amazing old fashioned cocktail on ice. Unfortunately, the ambiance here needs an upgrade. We were seated in a very small alcove in front of the door of kitchen. Waitresses and other employees were constantly coming and going by our table. They knocked loudly every time they entered the kitchen. This was not conducive to a romantic anniversary. read more

I had heard about this place as a college parent and reservations are hard or impossible to get so when we got one, we took it. We really liked the service, however the meals were disappointing. We ordered the calamari ( lukewarm) and waldorf salad ( cold) . The thai haddock with a bit bland and mild curry and i liked it but only half eaten by my daughter. My husband was disappointed in the recommended chicken dis. The mushroom fritters were good but the stuffing in center was odd combination . The creme brulee was okay. Glad i checked this off my list and perhaps we went on an off day, but i have had better in Vergennes read more

Black Sheep Bistro - Thai haddock - New American Near Me - Vergennes, Vermont

We celebrated our 20th anniversary here a few nights ago! It was the best decision we made!! The food, atmosphere and service were phenomenal! We actually cancelled our next nights reservation at a different restaurant to return to Black Sheep! We can't wait to come back! read more

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Wonderful food and the people working there were very friendly. Upscale in a small town.

This was our first time to Black Sheep Bistro and boy was it worth the hour drive to get there. It was a Wed evening and they were booked inside, so we sat out on the patio. We were lucky the October weather cooperated, so it was fine. The meal and service were fabulous. We had the Charcuterie board to start, the Haddock in coconut curry sauce and the Salmon. All delicious! Everyone we interacted with was super nice and friendly. We will definitely go again! If you should decide to sit on the patio, the road out front is pretty busy and includes large trucks. If that is going to annoy you, then you might want to rethink the patio. We enjoyed our time there so much, it wasn't hard to ignore the road traffic. read more

Don't miss a meal here! We are in town for just one night and hit the jackpot! Waldof Sald and chicken breast were perfect! read more

Black Sheep Bistro - Split chicken breast entree- this and the Waldorf salad were delicious. Our server was so kind also! Best meal I've had in months! - New American Near Me - Vergennes, Vermont

Really enjoyed black sheep bistro! I appreciate that the menu has set prices for starters, mains, desserts and the wine menu- it makes it easy to share dishes when going with friends or family! Each meal comes with French fries and an assortment of sauces, warm bread, and garlicky mashed potatoes. We ordered the Brie & Bacon Chicken Breast, Duck Breast, Waldorf Salad and Pork dumplings with maple sauce. It was all delicious! For dessert, we got the flourless chocolate cake with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream and the maple creme brûlée. The maple creme brûlée was heaven!! Great service, would highly recommend stopping in Vergennes to eat here. read more

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A small romantic bistro with very well made high-end entrees. I had the Waldorf salad appetizer, and my wife and I shared the haddock and the chicken breast, and we were fighting over who got the last bites! It was New Years Eve so we splurged on dessert too - the crème brûlée, and the flourless chocolate cake, which was very smooth and fudgy (actually not really cake, but yummy!). Ambiance was warm and lively but not loud. And yes, the floor in the entry dining room is slightly slanted, you're not going crazy! It adds to the ambience. Enjoy! read more

Great spot! I recommend the Black Sheep Bistro for anyone traveling to and/or staying in Vermont. Nestled in the quaint town of Vergennes, a reservation is highly recommended for this cozy spot. All dinner entrees on the weekend menu start at $25. I had the Haddock which comes with their staple mashed potatoes and fries (with special ketchup and two awesome sauces). As a starter, I had the pork dumplings. Everything was delicious. The servers were conciencious and friendly. For those who enjoy adult beverages with their meal, the drink menu offered plenty including three locals crafts on tap. read more

Black Sheep Bistro - Online menu - Entrees - New American Near Me - Vergennes, Vermont

Loved it. Everything. We had made reservations to celebrate 7 years of marriage & we're so glad we did! We loved the European vibe, you felt like you were transported to a tiny village café in France, so perfect! The ambience was cozy & romantic with snug tables, dim lighting, candles & high ceilings. Staff was friendly and knowledgable. Our food was divine. We ordered the brie & bacon stuffed chicken breast-very good, only complaint would have been; not enough bacon! The haddock....phenomenal. It came with a coconut thai sauce that was everything. We were served generous portions & were surprised by a good amount of mashed potatoes (so good!) & french fries, served with 3 dipping sauce. In my top 5 favorite meals, for sure. read more

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Food was amazing. Service was excellent. Nice atmosphere. Recommend escargot and salmon

This little gem is still going strong in the little city of Vergennes VT. Interesting pricing where each appetizer is $8 and each entree is $22. Another pleasant idiosyncrasy is that each table receives a serious serving of French Fries AND mashed potatoes! Both, quite delectable. You won't go away hungry? I bet they do not sell many desserts! read more

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Absolutely the best game in town. Consistently great service and food. Totally our go-to place when family and friends are in town.

A++ French bistro. it's not cheap but well worth the visit. Excellent food with Belgian style fries with every entre

First time and the food and service were very good, but the restaurant was very cold. We'll go back but only when it's warm out.

Another excellent meal at Black Sheep Bistro. We already go here when in Vermont and the food and service are always excellent. The Haddock in coconut curry sauce was excellent; steak frites was good too. And our server Katie was delightful. I wish they stayed open later but hey that's Vermont! read more

Amazing food and service! I recommend the Duck. Love the mashed potatoes so much I have to order my own bowl sometimes instead of sharing.

Great food. This is a local restaurant that doesn't disappoint. Popular with locals... Always hear good reviews from friend who dine here.

I'm sorry to say I had a terrible experience here with the management staff. I found the gm to be very difficult, argumentative and lacking in customer service. Im surprised at her inability to serve her customers! I won't ever go here again! Plus I found the pork overcooked and dry! read more

Wish we could give 4.5 stars. Informal, warm inviting and cozy atmosphere. Food great. Perhaps overkill to always have both family-style mashed potatoes and french fries. Fries were sublime. Mashed potatoes a bit too runny and garlicky (and we were too busy devouring the fries to care). Salmon and pork chop entrees delicious. read more

I go back to the Black Sheep Bistro about once every year or two, just to check it out. I used to go much more frequently, but the food quality took such a turn for the worse that I stopped. I love Vergennes. The town is small but has a very quaint and cozy vibe. The first time I went to BSB it had just opened, and the food and service were both very good. They used high-quality ingredients, the food was served hot, and the special little touches (fresh-baked bread, frites served in a paper cone with their own house-made dipping sauces) won me over. I'm not sure why the food quality has gone downhill so much. I first noticed a deterioration in quality just after the owners opened their second restaurant, The Bearded Frog in Shelburne. I theorized that perhaps they were focusing more on the new restaurant and the people left in charge of overseeing the BSB did not have similarly high standards. Now a days, more often then not, main dishes come out of the kitchen cold or luke warm. The quality of the food itself (lower grade steak and other ingredients) just isn't as good as it used to be, and hospitality is lacking. Don't get me wrong, this is still a pretty good restaurant, especially for Vergennes where there aren't many options, but many of the things that made it truly special in the first few years have diminished or disappeared. The owners have gone on to buy out and take over other restaurants in the area (The Bob Cat Cafe in Bristol and the Lobby down by the river in Middlebury). I haven't tried the new Bob Cat yet, but the Lobby in Middlebury is just ok. The decor is quite nice. The food is just so so. In some ways, the owners of BSB are upping the food game in Vermont as they are moving into markets where the food offerings were already quite mediocre and giving people ok places to eat out. But given what the BSB used to be and what it is now, I find myself wishing they'd put the same focus and attention into food quality at all of their other restaurants as they used to at the BSB. When they are really trying and focusing, they can produce very good food. Now a days it seems they are more focused on ambiance and less on food quality. read more

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They had available seatings upon our arrival. I haven't been there before but always wanted to try. Every dish was phenomenal. I wish I had room for dessert! Many thanks for being attentive to our table. Even the waitress signed thank you to me! :-) read more

From the same owner and chef of The Bearded Frog comes Black Sheep Bistro, a more casual French-style bistro in the heart of Vergennes. The food is very similar in style to the aforementioned restaurant, but done better and at a fraction of the cost. The atmosphere is also more inviting with a very European outdoor patio, which is perfect for dinner on a warm summer night. The menu rotates on a seasonal basis and while some items such as the duck confit are the same as The Bearded Frog, Black Sheep Bistro also features some very original and creative dishes of its own. Appetizers and entrees and all priced at $7 and $19, respectively. We started with a grape & almond white gazpacho and the tuna cucumber tartar with wasabi creme fraiche and falsely advertised taro root chips. The chilled gazpacho was a refreshing starter for dinner. The tuna cucumber tartar had a lot of acidity and flavor, but the cucumbers were difficult to eat and there was no real need for the iceberg lettuce. We were also given crostini instead of taro root chips. For the entrees, we had the coriander crusted bistro steak with sofrito sauce and the applewood smoked bacon and brie stuffed chicken breast with balsamic cream. Both entrees came with a large complimentary side of mashed potatoes and a large cone of french fries. The french fries were perfectly fried and came with the most delicious sweet basil, garlic, and ketchup dipping sauces. The sofrito sauce was very much like a salsa verde, but went well with the steak. The stuffed chicken breast was outstanding and was a wonderful twist on chicken cordon bleu. The balsamic cream was definitely the highlight of the dish. We ended with a delicious housemade chevre cheesecake with black currant sauce. Black Sheep Bistro is a great example of a restaurant that can translate great food from farm to table. It's definitely worth the 40 minute drive from Burlington to try. read more

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Staff incredibly rude unless you are a local. Menu very small and not very impressive. Dumpy building. Completely disappointing. Skip this place. read more