We love the Blackbird Bistro and dine there frequently. Food is great and prices reasonable in today's world of insane prices. Nice location easy parking and outdoor dining during the summer season. Nice selection of Vermont Beers. read more

Coming here was easily one of the best travel decisions I've ever made. The surroundings are so serene, and the interior vibe is incredibly relaxing. I was treated with the utmost hospitality and felt incredibly welcome. I tried two cocktails from their drink menu, both expertly crafted by Athena with fresh ingredients, and they were some of the best drinks I've EVER had. The appetizer I ordered was excellent, and the smash burger was among the best I've tasted. My only regret was not opting for the sweet potato fries instead of the standard hand-cut ones. If you're anywhere nearby, make sure you stop in. read more

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Had awesome calamari special. Clearly the bartender has mad cocktail skills-- really interesting menu. Waitstaff was attentive and friendly. Plus the setting can't be beat... read more

Blackbird Bistro - Cocktail! - American Near Me - Craftsbury, Vermont

Great little restaurant in an old country farm house with excellent crafted food. The smash burger is one of the best burgers I've ever had - comes with perfectly fried hand cut potato fries. The black bean burger is mouth watering. The packabowl is my all time favorite. I've had it with grilled chicken and salmon, which are both excellent choices. The wings are tasty, the fried cheese curds are outrageously delicious. The olives are perfectly marinated with herb. The loaded tots can basically be a meal, too. Another yelper said in a review that this place is pretentious..well, they spelled "delicious" wrong! Take a seat at the bar if you can. (Btw, the cocktails are out of this world!) You'll get to chat with the amazing bartenders and the awesome owner, who is always welcoming and smiling. No matter the season, you'll love this place! read more

One of the best meals I had all year. The food was very good, but the cocktails and the vibe are what makes this place special. Incredibly creative and on point cocktails - Starboy could be the best cocktail I've had all year. Really friendly vibes from all that staff and customers. Place feels like a big hug. Seriously, I might to move to Craftsbury just so this place can be my local! read more

Blackbird Bistro is such a gem in the rolling hills of Vermont! Nothing beats sitting outside either in the picnic table area or on the covered patio, but sometimes we make the 1/2 hour drive just for take out :) their vegan options are superb and so are their drinks! This place is a must go if you're ever in the area (and by area I mean VT!) read more

Had a great dinner there last night. Sat outside in the back - where we could have our dog with us. The salmon burger was very good and reasonably priced. The cheese curds were ok, though a bit overcooked (and kinda pricey at $16). I really liked the atmosphere. While waiting for our food I walked around the yard with my 2 year old and even went down to the stream to splash in the water. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

Blackbird Bistro - Stream that is on the property - American Near Me - Craftsbury, Vermont

Very cute roadside bistro with an excellent selection of appetizers, sandwiches, and drinks. ​Service was brilliant too. If you are in the area, put this restaurant on the top of your "to go" list. read more

We absolutely loved our meal at Blackbird bistro tonight! I had the chicken sandwich, which was super tasty. The fries were excellent! They had lots of vegetarian options for my friend too. We got the cannolis for dessert. Definitely give this place a try if you are staying at the farmhouse or in the area!! read more

Blackbird Bistro - Chicken sandwich - American Near Me - Craftsbury, Vermont

Really is great quality food. From apps to sandwiches and burgers. Worth the trip from any surrounding area, whether a local or visitor. Taking a star away because the cook on the burger has never been met. Med-rare every time requested and all 5 times, medium well to well. Tie that part down and it's the best burger I've had in VT. read more

When in North East Kingdom, don't miss this very special creation. Beautiful setting in the summer. Vermont at its best.

Lee was the bartender (bar caterer? whatever the correct term may be) of our wedding several years ago and my wife and I thought she was very cool and made great drinks. When we heard that she was opening a restaurant, we wanted to check it out. We've had take out a few times and finally decided to eat at restaurant in person for the first time since March. Cool lawn to hang out on. Someday, it'll be cool to go inside. We've had wings, the shittake po' boy, a fried chicken burger, grilled chicken sandwich, one of the burgers, the veggie burger, and chicken tenders. All were good and I especially liked the shittake po' boy. Big fan! read more

This is a beautiful spot - we went on a gorgeous night and enjoyed sitting outside at some picnic tables (although, the deer flies were quite annoying!). We ordered our food ahead of time for a pick-up/take out and then went early to enjoy their craft cocktails. The food ordering was all done on-line and it wasn't easy to include specific notes about certain orders. The bartender was about as friendly as a sore throat. Not sure why he wasn't more hospitable, but his unfriendliness was a bit of a damper. On another note, the cocktails were served in paper cups - not ideal, especially when they are as expensive as they are... We picked up the food and it wasn't labeled! So, we had to spend a while figuring out whose food went where. For an order for 10 people, why wouldn't you write on the box what it is?!? I really enjoyed my burger and overall, the food was good, although, my sister was annoyed because what she ordered (roast beef on a ciabatta roll) came out as pastrami on rye. Pretty different and she wasn't happy. I think this place needs to iron out a few kinks and then they will be a stellar spot. Looking forward to seeing how it evolves. read more

Wow. Best dinner we have had in Vermont in years. And the outside dining with the flowers and field are just amazing. The drinks are superb - and so fun, each with a twist. We had the wings with the flight of sauces. Everyone loved their main dish. Best side salad I've ever had. Can't wait to go back. read more

Great vibes at this place and scrumptious food. You can't beat the blackbird burger and all the cocktails are top notch. Everyone is kind and welcoming. There's a sweet little stream you can check out and kids run and play outside in the grass. There's always fun music and good conversation inside. Highly recommend checking it out. read more

Great food, service, and ambiance. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Beautiful area. Plenty of parking.

Sat out back with a big group. Service was prompt. They have a wonderful variety of cocktails and we tried several in our group and everyone raved about their drinks. The salads and sandwiches were delicious. The Blackbird Burger was amazing. Will definitely hit them up again next time we are at the Highland Lodge. read more

Blackbird Bistro is a fantastic find in the northern area of Vermont, Orleans County. The BEST burgers, moist and lots of melted cheddar...but to start you have to try the Fried Cheddar Curds! OMG with a tomato based dipping sauce, the best Ive had in a long time. The staff was wonderful and great to converse with. read more

This is such a fun spot, great ambiance and friendly service. During this Covid time, we like to go to the restaurant, order take out, and eat at the picnic tables. The nicoise salad is delicious and the cocktails are fantasssstic! read more

It is the most pretentious restaurant I have been to. Prices are high and the food is mediocre. If our waitress was not so decent I would have given it one star. read more

Loved this spot. Came back twice in a week. Food terrific, great little vibe that's very chill and friendly. We could bring our dog to the table too! Would very happily return. read more

I was shocked when I called in my order and they told me it would be an hour until I picked it up, but they are a small restaurant and very busy overall it was totally worth the wait. Staff was lovely. I will make sure I go back multiple times the next time we visit that area. read more

Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Would come back in a heartbeat (even as a native Vermonter)!!

Excellent food and drinks, served by friendly people. The specialty drinks are amazing and the outside dinning (due to COVID) is well spaced out and comfortable. read more

Delicious food - loved the poutine especially (add shallots and bacon!) Cocktails were excellent and the staff is super friendly. Most importantly, the social distancing layout was well-planned.. read more

Super cool scene in a very quiet town. While I didn't try the cocktails, the beer list was impressive, the food was awesome, the bartender was a doll, and the vibe was perfect. read more

Loved the drinks, cheese curds and chicken sandwich. Fun, chill vibe. Sat outside where they had a small fire pit. Well done!