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    DJ'S Restaurant

    3.7 (176 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars, Seafood
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Cordon Bleu loads of gravy with baked potato, salad and warm bread & eight dollar glass of Merlot
    Jude B.

    DJ's restaurant and bar was one of the few things open on a Sunday night 8pm in this cute little town of Ludlow. So we were happy to find a place to eat. The selection of entrée items is absolutely the most I've ever seen in a restaurant, it made it hard to decide. I asked the waitress and she said the chicken Cordon Bleu was one of the top items so that's what I picked. It was basic stuffed ham n cheese in the chicken breast, it wasn't breaded, which I liked. It was smothered in a kind of a gravy or white sauce, not quite sure what sauce it was. Hot fresh baked rolls, a basic chopped iceberg lettuce house salad and baked potato included. Also ordered was the chicken tender dinner, very plentiful, enough for 3 people I'd say. Sadly the dipping honey mustard was so bad, like salad dressing with vinegar flavor, not good! I had a glass of Merlot, I'm not sure I've seen an eight dollar glass of wine on a menu in the last decade, so that was pleasant. In general, the server was very efficient, the host not so friendly, and the place was spacious but has very dated decor, which some may consider part of its charm. Unfortunately we're sitting by some very noisy people, taking phone calls and playing sports out loud on their phones acting like they owned the place, kind of ruined atmosphere. But they knew the staff and must think that behavior was acceptable. Bottom line we needed to eat and it was food.

    Chicken parm
    Jackie S.

    We were in the area and decided to try this restaurant for dinner. The restaurant was immediately choatic from when you first entered. There were people everywhere and no order to anything that was going on. It was a busy night, and we didn't have a reservation. We expected a wait, and we had one. However, many parties around us had reservations and still had to wait as well. The atmosphere was also very dated and looked like it could use a vacuum. After a while, we were finally seated. The waitress was nice. The food took a while to arrive at our table. However, when it did arrive, it was tastier than I was expecting and very hot.

    Greetings Richard. Let me begin by saying that for years I have been a loyal, and satisfied customer. But to say superior service?? That might have been during the salad bar days, aka pre COVID but certainly not now. Let me elaborate. We were sat near a party of 14+, whose lone server happened to be our server as well as other couples in our section. We were given water, rolls and butter... we sat there and sat. Then we sat for a little bit more. The butter and warm rolls were great. What is very unfortunate is that I couldn't even give our server an order for the bar. I'll admit that she was so busy with the large party and other tasks throughout her section, such as taking pics of the large group. Really! About 35 minutes later I threw down a bill for the rolls and water. We were noticed as we stood and walked towards the exit. We were stopped at the with the promise that the waitress would tend to us with urgency. I wanted to go but my better half wanted to stay. Anyway, almost an hour later from the time we crossed your threshold, we got our meals. And then we were asked if we would like dessert...no thanks. We took so much of our dinner home with us since we filled up on water, rolls and butter. To summarize the experience, the food was tasty, presentation lovely so kudos to the hidden and often underappreciated kitchen staff. To be ignored due to inadequate staffing, training or something else that is out of the customer's control is unsatisfactory. I don't forsee us returning to your restaurant. Richard, I truly hope that this review is read by you.

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    Michelle L.

    It's not easy to please every one in my family and this place hit the spot. After walking through the doors I thought it was just a bar. Then we were taken to another room to be seated and I was able to see how large the restaurant was. Our server brought bread and drinks right away. My fish entree was excellent, my daughter loved her spaghetti, and my son enjoyed his kids meal. The portions were on the larger side and we all had leftovers. This place is definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

    Pork BBQ and fried shrimp- salads included
    Lynn J.

    Had a nice meal in Ludlow. Since the final demise of Harry's we went in town. DJ's is an institution, usually rushed and crowded. Not in mid November in a warm dry year. Hoping for some skiing but know we'll get a good meal at DJ's.

    Oops, started eating clams and fries before it hit table! The play presentation was much better, I promise.
    Jason D.

    I was traveling through, DJ's was one of 3 restaurants open within a 20 mile radios. I pulled over as I spotted the whole belly clams sign. Service was great, very nice staff. I had the fried clams, fries, with salad and local Vermont beer, Switchback Ale, which paired great. It's has fully stocked bar, great staff, lots of locals and visitors alike, good food. I only gave 4 stars because the fries were a little too greasy for my pallet.

    The bread was really warm and went well with the 2lbs of butter
    Lily F.

    I was not expecting this to be a good place but was pleasantly surprised. Nothing was mind-blowing but everything was made really well and with actual effort. Perhaps because this place has been around for 45 years, according to our server. We ordered the Thai wings, stuffed pasta shells with meatballs and the stuffed haddock with rice pilaf. First, the wings were really unique. They were fried perfectly and had a good amount of "Thai sauce" but they were served with hot mustard, which I found was extremely strange, yet worked somehow. The meatballs for the pasta dish tasted homemade, as did the red sauce and the haddock was stuffed with a great amount of crab and spinach. This place definitely has an old-fashioned feel to it, but in a good way. The bread will come out warm and straight from the oven with 4 lbs of butter in a soup dish and the salad will come out right when you sit down but everything is fresh. If you're in town, make sure you swing by.

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    The best chicken parm ive probably ever had! Quiet little place, service was average but no complaints!

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    Food was excellent, service was great ! It turned out to be one of the Best restaurants in okemo area.

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    Great food, crazy large portions, superb fast friendly service. Broiled haddock was great.

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    Anchor Seafood Restaurant

    Anchor Seafood Restaurant

    4.1
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    37.5 mi
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    Great food staff were very nice definitely going to return. Seafood was delicious and very fresh…read more If you're in Wilmington, Vermont, you should try it out.

    If you told me I'd find some of the best seafood of my life in landlocked Southern Vermont, I…read moreprobably wouldn't have believed you--but Anchor Seafood House & Grille is the real deal. This place has been a Wilmington staple since 1997, and you can tell they've spent the last nearly 30 years perfecting the craft. The atmosphere is incredible. While the original 1850s building was lost to a fire in 2010, the current space is a beautiful, faithful replica that feels historic and cozy. It's the perfect spot for a post-ski dinner or a summer night out. Here's the breakdown of what you need to order: The Chowder: This is proper New England clam chowder. It's thick, rich, and loaded with clams--not just a bowl of potatoes and heavy cream. It's the ultimate comfort food. Steamers: You have to start with the steamers. They are clean, sweet, and served the traditional way with a side of broth and drawn butter. It's a messy, delicious classic that they do perfectly here. Whole Belly Clams: These are the gold standard. They're lightly breaded, perfectly fried, and have that sweet, briny pop you usually only find at a roadside shack on the Maine coast. If you're a fan of "the bellies," don't skip these. The Lobster: I went for the steamed lobster, and it was impeccable. Succulent chunks of fresh meat and just the right amount of butter. It tasted like it was caught that morning. It's rare to find a spot that balances a "fancy night out" feel with such unpretentious, high-quality food. Whether you're a local or just passing through for the foliage, make sure you stop here.

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    Mystico 802

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    My second visit to Mystico Cucina Italiana, and somehow it was just as impressive -- if not better…read more-- than the first. Consistency like this is rare, and it says everything about the standards they keep. I started with the Pomegranate Granita Oysters, and wow. Bright, refreshing, unbelievably fresh, and balanced perfectly. They were the kind of oysters you slow down for because you don't want the bite to end. I ordered the duck ragu again because I couldn't stop thinking about it from my last visit -- and once again, absolute perfection. Rich, comforting, layered with flavor, and yes... I cleaned the plate spotless. Not a drop left behind. From the hospitality to the execution of every dish, everything about this restaurant screams class, quality, and a superb dining experience. The team makes you feel welcome, the food exceeds expectations, and you leave already planning your next reservation. Manchester is lucky to have a place like this.

    I went here to get away from all the seafood fare of New England, hoping for some good 'ol Italian…read more Well, I did get Italian - kind of. It's very new agey and different for the sake of being different. But, the pasta was delicious and high quality! The place has a major attitude problem, though. The aesthetics are off-putting and attract a crowd of the worst types of people. Had to listen to nothing but whiny spite and anger my entire meal from multiple groups of guests. The waiter was the worst aspect, though. I didn't even know he worked there when he approached me. He was dressed down more than a lot of homeless people I've seen. He also shared that same attitude of the guests and made my business feel like an inconvenience the entire time, having the nerve to expect a tip for bringing my food out to me, which I would have just done myself to avoid him. I can recommend carryout, if you absolutely have to have some pasta in this area, but not eating in, and don't get anything that seems weird on the menu. Location: 3* Convenience: 1* Service: 1* Product/quality: 4* Aesthetics: 1*

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    Blood Orange Sorbet, Olive Oil Lemon Cake & Double Espressos
    Blood Orange Sorbet, Olive Oil Lemon Cake & Double Espressos
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    The Downtown Grocery

    4.1
    (201 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Had no clue this gem was here! Popped in on a Wednesday night for a drink and sat at the bar…read morechatting to the wonderful bartender. I had their specialty Ruby Bulleit cocktail with bourbon, ginger liqueur, and blood orange juice - the blood oranges were so juicy and fresh! My partner enjoyed the Smokey Elder, which had mezcal, ginger beer, and some other fun ingredients. After scanning the ever changing menu on their chalkboard - we were inspired to order the maple creme brûlée with fresh black berries. It was delightful. Can't wait to come here for dinner sometime soon. Make sure you make a reservation!

    Just how bad exactly does a restaurant have to be to make someone reactivate a Yelp account that's…read morebeen dormant for 9 years, just to warn people? Well, apparently this is it. In my nearly 30 years now working in, with, and patronizing the food and beverage industry, I've never experienced such repugnant service as what Suzy and I had at The Downtown Grocery. I should point out that we weren't just the usual tourist who come to Ludlow to ski. We actually lived here for several years, and I couldn't post this review until we moved away because of the owner's repeated behavior of attacking people on social media who disagree with or criticize him. The food here is "fine", it's not actually bad or anything. But it is tiny in portions (a rarity for Vermont), and it's overly "chef-y" without actually executing well. It's one of those places where the chef probably thinks that he would get a Michelin star if only they would come to see him, but I can tell you having eaten at over 100 cumulative Michelin stars in my life this is nowhere close. It fails in flavor, presentation, and execution. But again, not terrible. The setting is actually kind of nice too, somewhat homey which is juxtaposed and ruined by the arrogance of the staff. If you don't mind being guaranteed to wait well beyond your actual reservation time, and then waiting probably another hour just to get some meager first courses, then maybe this is the place for you? I doubt it though, there are so many options just in Ludlow alone, and even more that are worth the 45 minute drive to Woodstock or Manchester to avoid having to eat here if you want a "nice" meal. Whatever you do absolutely avoid coming any time near "stick season" or "mud season" (Vermonters will know) because you're guaranteed to get even worse service then. Ludlow has a ton of restaurants for such a small town, many of them quite good. This is the ONLY place we actively recommended friends and guests of ours to avoid. Even the crappy fake taco place down the street got occasional business over this place due entirely to the repeated piss poor attitude of the two owners.

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    Desserts galore
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    11.7 mi
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    My sister and I were up in Vermont and decided to stop for lunch. I have been to Black Rock a…read morehandful of times a few years ago, when my in-laws were alive, but it was my sister's first time. We were both quite pleased. If you know me at all, and have read my reviews, you know my comfort food is a good burger and fries. I had forgotten how good Black Rock's burgers are! Perfectly cooked and reasonably priced. The fries were plentiful and delicious, and their bottled root beer was also quite good. Our server, Sue, was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. I am happy to have rediscovered Black Rock and first will be my "go to" restaurant whenever I am in the area.

    Not great. I ate at…read morethe bar, so my service expectations weren't especially high, but the staff came across as borderline rude. I started with the shrimp cocktail, followed by the surf and turf, which included a filet mignon and a lobster tail. The shrimp cocktail was served hot. It was actually good, but it was the first hot shrimp cocktail I've ever had, so it was a bit unusual. When my surf and turf arrived, the filet was overcooked and the lobster tail was undercooked. When the bartender asked how everything was, I told her. She responded that they could put the lobster tail back on the grill to cook it longer, but there was nothing they could do about the filet. I agreed to have the lobster tail cooked a bit more. Unfortunately, when it came back, it was overcooked to the point that it felt as though the chef was trying to make a point rather than fix the problem. This is a one-and-done restaurant for me.

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    Beyond the Sea

    Beyond the Sea

    4.2
    (290 reviews)
    49.2 mi
    $$$

    We've been there a couple of times, and our last meal may have been one of the better seafood meals…read morewe ever had. Sea bass, lobster ravioli and scallops all amazing, and delicious dessert. Also had a great summer bourbon drink. Waiter was amazing, and the owner checked in as well. All in all a great experience and worth the price.

    We had a very disappointing experience, largely because of Jason, the bartender. Throughout our…read morevisit, he came across as dismissive toward the women in our group while giving much more attention to the men. It felt like the men were acknowledged and served, while the women were largely ignored. He also seemed more interested in drinking behind the bar and creating conflict with guests than providing good customer service. When we asked if he could put our happy hour drinks on one check so we could pay cash, he handled the request poorly instead of simply explaining the policy. After we ordered Clase Azul shots, his attitude noticeably changed--but only toward the two men in our group. The women still received little attention, which made the experience feel even more uncomfortable. To make matters worse, one of the women in our group was given a noticeably smaller pour than everyone else. Great bartenders make everyone feel welcome and treat guests equally. Unfortunately, that wasn't our experience with Jason, and it left a very negative impression. We won't be returning.

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    Hooked Market & Kitchen

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    71.2 mi
    $$

    It's been two years since I said we were looking forward to returning to try their bowls or fish…read moreand chips. Well, at least we kept our word today when we ordered their two different bowls for takeout. My wife ordered the Fishbowl ($30) with the grilled fish of the day (salmon), cherry tomatoes, quinoa, feta, peaches, arugula, and basil lime vinaigrette (she said no to onions). She could not get over how tasty the quinoa tasted and wondered how they prepared it. She also thought the peaches could have been a little sweeter since we are in prime peach season. While the salmon was just slightly overcooked we'll attribute that to it continuing to cook as we drove the meals home. Even with those minor negatives, she said she would definitely order the dish again. I chose the Poke Bowl ($35) for my meal (my first ever poke bowl) with marinated raw tuna and salmon, edamame, cucumber, watermelon radish, snap peas, nori, avocado, sesame seeds, scallions, and pea tendrils, all over sushi rice with ginger gochugaru oil and soy sauce on the side. This was absolutely delicious. It was a wonderful blend of fresh flavors and textures. If I have another poke bowl somewhere else I only hope it can come close to measuring up to the enjoyment I experienced with this one.

    Well, the oysters were fantastic, and that's why I made the 35 mile trip. I hate city traffic!!!…read more I also had the calamari with peppers, also good. Not like rubber bands, tender. Now the downfall, the chicken sandwich. I did notice other plates coming to tables looking like the fryer temp. is too hot, or cook time was too long. Some fish fry that came out looked quite dark as did my chicken, as you can see! A slight burnt taste was evident. It had good flavor under that burn, and the chicken was close to not being juicy, almost dry. The place is clean, and if not for the location, I would sit at the bar and have the raw bar! Something very important to me that hit me the instant I stepped through the door, if you're looking for a great shot of A/C on a hot day, not here!!! Barely got comfortable from the almost 90 degree day on a bike, and then worked up a return of sweating as the place filled up.

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    Fish market
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