Nothing bad to say! Friendly, attentive staff, unique and delicious food ( I got the ahi salad) and great drink options. Love that you can get fresh nutritious asian fusion food at the bar. I would love to try the bao buns next! A lot of people ordered them. Well done! read more

Blackback Pub - Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna wasabi aioli, pickled - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

We're glad we came here. We had a party of six on the key day of Winter Rendezvous, the LGBT week at Stowe. Which means that before the main event and celebration on Saturday, every restaurant within 15 miles of Stowe was booked solid. We tried Waterbury and the Blackback Pub seemed to be an optimum place as they had a vegan-friendly menu to satisfy some of our group, but they stated that their no-reservations policy meant we should be there early. So we got there promptly at 6 PM and it was packed. The head waiter asked us if we made reservations and we told them that their policy was no reservations. We were confused, but he said that they do make them for groups. Still, they managed to seat us, a group of six people, at a table near the bar which turned out to be one of the best seats in the house as we were able to admire their unending brew selection. Speaking of their new selection, it is as ample as it can be. A wide selection of local brewhouses, IPAs from Alchemist to Foley Brothers, Hill Farmstead, Burlington Beer, and River Roost among them, and for the non-IPA folks, a true emporium of ales, barleys, saissons, stouts, ciders, as well as German styled Helles and Pilsners. We enjoyed quite a few of their IPAs and Saissons. For eating, we tried to share different plates so we got to taste some of their delicacies. For the vegan offerings, their roasted Brussel Sprouts were some of the best I've ever had. Crispy but not dry, which is hard to get on Brussel Sprouts. Their walnuts and dates and dressing lent a beautiful taste to this plate. Highly recommended. Likewise, their Patatas Bravas, fingerling potatoes in a well-condimented tomato sauce with paprika aioli, was succulent. And so was their Fattoush. On the non-vegan, their seared scallops were heavenly. Their Arrabiata with oyster mushrooms, the pulled pork sandwich and the classic cheeseburger were in our faire. The ambiance was superb, totally friendly folks in search of a good time. Plenty of skiers, hikers, campers and locals. We left happy, full, and thankful, soon to return. read more

We went here for dinner. This place is fast and delicious. We got some apps to share and drinks. We were very pleased with the servers and food! read more

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Blackback has a a nice variety of interesting dishes. The beer list is very good. We really liked our server Steve who was friendly and made good suggestions. read more

I am always looking for the good burger, while visiting a friend who summers in Waitsfield and raved about the Patriot Burger didn't miss on this one! Meat was cooked to perfection and the wonderful horseradish blue cheese dressing they put on the burger was so good I doubled back a couple days later to get a second helping. Hats off on this one! read more

Huge selection of beer. Good food and an interesting menu. Relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely go again when in Waterbury.

Great Atmosphere, food, BEER, and super friendly at lunchtime. can't wait to go back! read more

The vibe is so awesome. A small bar/outdoor area with all the good smells. The Gochujang shrimp was so flavorful. The chermoula chicken sandwich was the most flavorful sandwich/pita taco I've ever had. The house pickles and peppers add so much to the dish but are really good by themselves as well. The beer is diverse and all the ones we had were great. Bartenders were attentive. read more

Blackback Pub - Chicken sandwich and meatloaf sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Place is awesome, we got a seared sesame tuna appetizer along with a chicken sandwich that I loved. Beer selection is fantastic with VT well known brews as well as some key local stuff. Not just IPA's either. Have been here twice and both times have been excellent. read more

Enjoyed sitting at the bar before doing the Ben and Jerry's tour. Good beer selection and nice people. People next to us from Stowe loved the Cajun chicken sandwich and burger they had. We were just there for drinks. Wife liked her white wine read more

This IS our reason for heading to Waterbury every Fall. Each October or November we road trip from Maine to Waterbury/Stowe for a midweek, pre-holiday getaway. Every year the first stop is Blackback Pub. We sit at the bar and learn about the best and newest VT beers. Bartenders are super knowledgeable about the 32 beers on tap and every year we walk away with new knowledge and a full stomach. Food is really thoughtful pub food, not your average bar burger. I had the meatloaf sandwich which is homemade, loaded with cheese and greens. It's served on grilled bread. I quickly snagged one of my husband's 3 seared tuna buns, delicious tuna with wasabi and greens. He was slightly disappointed the bun only had one small piece of tuna inside but it was very good. Lots of Hills farmstead beers on tap. We arrived at 12:15 on a Wednesday and found a seat at the bar. Place was packed by 12:4. Very comfortable atmosphere, rustic upscale pub. A must do. read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch before touring the Ben and jerry factory. The gentleman assisting us was very friendly, quick and courteous. We got the pretzel sticks which came with the most delicious warm cheese dip! Pretzels were good sized, thick and doughy. 10/10! We also shared the Albuquerque wrap which hit the spot and had wonderful flavor! 9/10 (because I didn't see onions listed as being in it and it came with red onions which I hate-picked them off no big deal) I was impressed with how quick our service was and it was the perfect amount of time to fill our need! read more

Lovely beer selection on tap and good food. We had a great cob salad and Mac n cheese with maple pulled pork. The Mac n cheese was great. Very creamy and cheesy. I had a great local IPA. Prices are reasonable. Nice ambiance and service. read more

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Not 5 stars. Please don't overinflate! Good bar and beer...yes- food selection is limited. New ownership over the past 18 mos. If u want Mac n cheese for dinner go here. read more

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Great selection of known local and some lesser known but outstanding carbonated adult beverages. Pub nachos are amazing. read more

Took our two little kids here after skiing and the Ben & Jerry's tour. They were fairly busy on a Wednesday evening, but sat us at the bar within a few minutes. They were welcoming and friendly with the kids. The inside is a cozy classic atmosphere. The number of unique beers on tap was a bit overwhelming but they helped us pick a few, one of which - the Wunderkammer - was unlike anything I've had before, but really enjoyable. Lastly, the food was surprising incredible given the pub like atmosphere. We got the pull pork buns which were soft and flavorful, the potatoes which were to die for and the greek chicken pita sandwich which was also well executed. If we lived in the area, we would definitely be regulars here. Highly recommend. read more

I just drive in from Montréal to finish our vacation in Vermont and we were hungry and thirsty. I walk in and received the best welcome into an establishment ever. That means a lot. We had a great waiter who was very knowledgeable about the beers and a Mets fan. I didn't hold it against him. Let's Go Yankees! Our food was great. The beer even better. It was very clean Including the bathrooms. It's our first time in Vermont and without them knowing that they made our day. Thank you. We will definitely be back the next time we are in Stowe. read more

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Came here on a family trip to Vermont. They don't do reservations so it's first come first serve. We got there right at 5 for the start of dinner service, and were able to snag a table. It got even busier after we got there and people were waiting for tables. Beer list is elaborate. Lots of options and styles. Food was very good. Try the pub nachos. We got the shrimp scampi and chicken piccata. Well plated and both were flavorful and well cooked. The only thing I would say slightly negative was that we felt a bit rushed, with tables in demand. Our waiter who was nice, didn't ask if we wanted another drink or dessert, but commented that he would get the check. I just found that unusual with most restaurants asking questions like the above. Our toddler was ready to go, so we were about to leave anyway, so he might have anticipated that, but we still felt a bit rushed. We were there for barely an hour. I would still recommend! read more

Blackback Pub - two glasses of beer on a table - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

The ambiance alone is worth it! As soon as you open the door, you're at the bar. Literally, you'll likely have to squeeze your way through to find a seat but that's what makes this place unique - how cozy it is. We got an underwhelming charcuterie but the beers, and service, were on point. read more

Blackback Pub - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

We came here on a whim, based on some promising reviews. I'm always a little leery in blindly following online reviews, but figured it was worth a shot- worst case we are still walking distance to a few options. Thankfully, there was zero need to go anywhere else!! We walked in, and were able to grab a seat at the bar quickly and easily. Tristan greeted us immediately- his suggestions for both food and drinks were on point. He made us feel right at home, but also was willing to make beer recommendations when I asked for a little guidance. Plus he was a riot- great sense of humor!! First, let's discuss the nachos: they're not typical (even if they kind of sound that way) - the blue cheese is a pleasant surprise, but the hint of maple was totally unexpected and OUT OF THIS WORLD. The steak came out perfectly cooked, with an excellent sear and was insanely tender. Normally I don't find sides to be particularly outstanding, but here we are- the potatoes were FREAKING DELICIOUS and the veggies melted in your mouth. Do yourself a favor- ask for the dessert specials and pray they have the cheesecake or the mousse, they were outstanding (and I don't even like cheesecake)!!! The bar has an awesome vibe- laid back yet fun. However, the thing that makes or breaks a restaurant is it's staff... every single person we met there was welcoming, warm and friendly. They made suggestions when asked and were a wealth of knowledge on beers, liquors and all things local. This is the kind of service that makes people come back- locals and tourists alike!! read more

Blackback Pub - Mousse - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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Im biased. I know the head chef here, and I've known him for a while. He always is crafting, cooking and serving amazing food. He knows what's delicious and how to make it with local ingredients. Always fresh, always good. He loves what he cooks and cooks it with love. He is always willing to talk with you as well. Food is wonderful. Always a great special to try. But classic burgers and pub fare with a twist. And the beer selection is spectacular. They usually have Hill Farmstead on draft! That's rare. And the atmosphere is like an old Vt pub. Please come and enjoy! Give it a shot. You'll leave full and happy! read more

The food was delicious and service was lovely! We asked for mocktails, and said we wanted 1 fruity and one spicy. They did not disappoint! read more

Our favorite place to eat and have a drink! Beer list is always amazing, with the staff being extremely knowledgeable. Cocktails are a cut above, and the food is just plain wonderful! Chef Corey is the master of the kitchen! But probably the best of Blackback is the staff! Friendly, knowledgeable, willing to go the extra mile! read more

Updated 11/19/2022 I figured I'd update my review after not going to Blackback for a while, due to an incident. As I said, we finally decided to go back, and everything was great again. I had the NY Strip steak and it was a great piece of meat, cooked as I asked (medium). It was served with a generous portion of mashed potatoes (with gravy) and broccoli & carrots. There was a slab of compound button on top of the steak, which I promptly moved to the side, and there was plenty of buttery taste on the steak. Everything was very good. Wife started with the Sesame Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna appetizer (with perfect tasting wasabi dressing and pickled ginger on the side). Again, perfectly cooked. Then she had the Caesar salad with shrimp. No complaints. (I've always been a fan of their Caesar salad... plain, simple, not overly dressed... can't go wrong there!) The specials were on the blackboard and sounded good, I just wasn't interested in them. No beer or cider for us that night, but as usual, a lengthy list with a lot of great breweries. read more

Excellent. Good choice of beers on tap, amber ale, stout. Mussels were excellent. Sat at the bar, which was fun.

Visiting from LA, stopped in to grab a bite to eat and a beer. What a great beer list, I went with the meatloaf sandwich and it was absolutely to die for, great flavor and just down right good. Real solid spot read more

We returned to this pub for the second time on a very busy Saturday night. It is definitely a hopping place and we had to wait for a table but not too long. We had been dreaming about the maple bacon cheddar pub nachos since the last time we were in town a year ago and they didn't disappoint. We also had the broccolini with peanut sauce which was a nice, fresh addition. My daughter had the brisket steamed buns, my husband the meatloaf sandwich and I had the pulled pork. It was all delicious but I think the brisket was the most flavorful. Service was very friendly, efficient and quick. It's a great place! read more

Driving north and needing grub, we had the perfect example of the benefits of Yelp, which drew us to this small town packed of delicious, local beer. We ultimately took the plunge at Blackback. Lots of the beer they had were local and breweries I hadn't heard of before, so I deeply wished it was not next going to be my time to drive! Oh well! We got the Heady Dipper and the BBQ Pork sandwiches, both served with chips. We split them. Both were good, though the dipping sauce with the Heady Dipper was especially good. They were on the smaller side, but we were satisfied! Our waitress was particularly friendly. Chill vibe. Definitely worth the stop! read more

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I arrived in Waterberry, Vermont today for a MINI Cooper Rally called MINI Takes the States 2022. I was looking for a place to eat and I found that Blackback Pub was open around 730 at night. I walked in and it was super crowded. Lots of happy people drinking beer and eating. They have lots of beer on tap. I had a pale ale that the bartender picked out for me. Sorry I don't remember the name. It was yummy. I sat at the bar because all of the other tables were taken. It seemed to be pretty busy, however they were moving tables in and out at a rapid pace. So it didn't take too long to wait for a seat. I ordered the Chicken Piccata, it came with angel hair pasta, lemon-caper white wine sauce with carrots and green beans. The chicken was amazing. It was moist, full of flavor, the sauce was delicate and creamy and just the right amount of tartness. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. They still tasted like vegetables, but they weren't too hard and they weren't too soft. The whole meal was just excellent! I highly recommend this place for drinks , food. Be great service. It was all beautiful. read more

Blackback Pub - Pale Ale on tap. Bartender picked it for me. - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND: It was our first night staying near Waterbury - we are here for 1 week. We have traveled a lot within the USA and globally, and a vibe and service like we had here is going to be fully memorable. Some nights out, while traveling, are forgettable but not the visit to Blackback Pub. We researched where to go out for a drink and dinner. Blackback Pub was at the top of several reviews and I can see why! The moment I walked in the door, I was greeted and offered a table with a little bit of a wait or two seats at the bar immediately. I opted for the bar and I am so glad I did. It allowed us to interact with the wonderful staff. Tristan and Ben were outstanding behind the bar. Tristan's assistance with both food and beer choices was very helpful. He even let us know the beef for the steak and burger were local. It seemed that every question was met with a little extra nugget of info. There was a really steady stream of patrons coming in. Nonstop it seemed. The owner was at the door greeting and seating guests for most of the time. It was a nice touch seeing a hand's-on owner. I had the steak and it was delicious plus cooked exactly as it should have been. My husband had nachos that he loved. Beers were delicious. Overall an excellent evening out. Fun, funny, delicious, relaxing, and for my first night in Vermont (ever) it was a fabulous experience! read more

Great meal, great price. We started the night with the The Reservoir next door, but had the worst experience and had to bail out. We ended up here, starving, and they hit the spot. I went with a cheesesteak and French onion soup, which together was the most epic experience. My wife has the fish tacos, but got the first blackened instead of fried, and was very pleased as well. If i was in the hood, I would absolutely return. read more

Holy hand grenades and hold onto your socks. I've lived in Waterbury for 7+years and this pantheon of deliciousness deserves its own constellation of starts. Its comfort food meets fusion and all in a playful and inventive way. From the warming spices of Shakshuka to the creamy goodness of their bacon corn chowder or earthy sweet oyster mushroom bao... I'm always excited by this menu, which has a blend of different cultural influences to explore. I'm usually too preoccupied with the specials to try the usual menu, but the meatloaf sandwich blew my mind last night so I felt compelled to write my first ever yelp review. Special shoutout to the staff as well - Ehren you are a sweetheart with a passion for the golden ale that warms my heart. Cheers to everyone behind the bar! Keep up the good work! Another shoutout to Cory - the Freddie Mercury of chefs. Keep 'em comin! Love you guys. read more

Amazing food! Had the chicken Ceaser salad amazing the pretzel sticks and the homemade Moroccan Harira soup was out of this world ! Cheers to the new chef ! We'll definitely be back while we're in Stowe ! read more

What a great find! Best flatbread EVER, super great nachos, and a huge selection of beers! Wonderful, fast, and friendly service, too! read more

Blackback Pub - Nachos! - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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We went to Stowe Mountain Resort for our 25th wedding anniversary and it rained all day. I had planned to ride the gondola and see the fall foliage. The resort closed the gondolas today October 12.. :( So I went to create an incredible alternative and found this Pub. Wow did they knock it out of the park. Family owned incredible nachos and specials. Don't even get me started on the customer service owner occupied and operated husband and wife. 2 people doing the work of 4 with a smile and never waited for a beer refill or food suggestion. I heard "Yes" and "My pleasure" more than I did as a child asking for support from a coach. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND coming off the mountain and meeting this locally owned family that have a passion for service to their community and customer service. Great experience!!! Happy 25th Kimberli! read more

Blackback Pub - Tonight's beer menu. The bartender picks it and makes recommendations based on your preferences. - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

For the beers alone: 50 stars. Absolutely bang up, lights out draft list. Just like Mammy's dumplings from Eastbound and Down (season 3) it'll make you ---.... Phenomenal beer selection. Furthermore; we had very great service from start to finish. From start, the bossman says "we'll work something out to get y'all seated soon", as the place was packed. a minute or two later one of the bartenders hooked us up and we were all set. Food list looks really great too. The nachos, and burgers both looked exquisite. Ide prolly recommend that for next tyme. I had the pot roast sandwich (Heady Dipper) and my GF had the calamari, which she did not love. But she is willing to come back and have another go. I am willing to come back for the beers alone. Jam. read more

Blackback Pub - lights out - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

We originally wanted to go to prohibition pig (right across the street) but they refused to put 2 tables together for our party of 7 (for reasons that were completely illogical). But, super happy about that because the food here was really really good. The nachos are officially the best I've ever had. Along with the savory-ness with the cheese and bacon, they add a maple syrup I think and it's a game changer. Our meals were all really great as well! I didn't try any of The beers cause I forgot my ID, but the other 6 said the beers on draft were really good (specifically the IPAs). read more

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Great service. Can get a little loud, but it's still entertaining hearing the wait staff either shout or whisper "corner" when coming down the stairs. Especially when they whisper it when it's noisy. The bao are delicious. read more

I've visited Waterbury a few times over the last several years and stumbled upon Blackback Pub after visiting Pro Pig across the street. They had a solid beer menu and food that looked pretty damn good. This was cause for a return visit this past September. After hiking in Stowe, we came here for a late lunch and some drinks. The beer menu is fantastic. It is chock-full of local and regional beers. In fact, you can spend a long time figuring out what you want - a good problem to have. As for food, I ordered the famous pub nachos - bacon, bleu cheese, cheddar, scallions and maple-chipotle glaze. It may sound funky but it 100% works. In fact, I'm still thinking about that maple chipotle months later... The only reason I don't give it a 5 is because our sever forgot to put our food order in and we were extremely hungry. He apologized and took a couple of beers off our tab, which was nice. For great beer and pub grub, look no further than Blackback Pub. read more

Great interesting menu. Friendly service, waiter knows the menu Great vibes !!!!! Highly recommend read more