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Folly

4.5 (89 reviews)
PriceyNew American

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Classy
Quiet
Dogs allowed

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Christina A.

We were at Folly for New Year's Eve. The first thing to know is that this restaurant is TINY! It has about 5 tables and one waitress served the entire place. Our food and drinks were good--this is a higher end restaurant in Wilmington. The downside was that it was extremely slow. Considering how few people were there, it was surprising how long it took to get our food. The vibe is intimate and candlelit. We didn't have trouble finding parking in downtown Wilmington right outside the restaurant.

MAINE DIVER SCALLOPS
Grace W.

Hubby and I had a lovely candle light dinner at Folly during our snowboard trip at Mt Snow, what a great find! This small intimate restaurant offers limited seatings, reservation is highly recommended. I like the ambience, it's cozy and quiet, definitely perfect for date night. Jade who works in the front was really nice, welcoming and pleasant. Everything we ordered was good. Refreshing Folly Salad, delicious Maine Diver Scallops, and the tasty Vermont Wagyu steaks were perfectly cooked. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our meal. If you are looking for a quiet/romantic night out with fine dining and not being rush out, this is the place to go in Wilmington/Dover/Mt Snow area.

Visiting Dover/wilmington for the weekend and happened to overhear the chef/owner of this place talking about a restaurant he owned while standing in line at a market. With a little digging I found it! At first glance online I knew it would be a small, quaint place because you have to email for reservations. Lucky for me they had a two reservations available so I scooped up one! After booking I purposely told my husband to remind me - phone eats first because I knew it would be review worthy! We first had the cheese & meat board. The duck prosciutto, though small, was so good (and new for me!). Typically I'm not a huge fan of Brie but this Brie was wicked good! Wasn't too watery OR too mushy, it was perfect. With the board came a grain mustard, strawberry jam & honey. Honestly, worth it. And little breads. Love little breads. For our main meals I got the filet and my husband got the rack of lamb. Both plates were all but licked clean so we didn't look like crazies! One of my top fav things about this place is the way they present the bill! How unique and cute! I think there are 7 tables of two, so definitely by reservation! Timing of food took a little bit longer than a bigger restaurant but rightfully so as it's only two people working; worth the wait. Don't skip this place if you're looking for a nice night out!

Incredible fresh and deep earthy Coq Ai Vin
Blake A.

Had an absolutely delicious dinning experience at Folly. A wonderful way to end a Fall Vermont weekends. Making reservations In advance is advised and make sure to slow down and enjoy a wonderful dining experience. Wonderful wine selection and make sure to try items you might have not otherwise have experienced before. We had the Foie Gras Mousse, Sea Urchin, Thai Scallops and Coq Ai Vin finished off with a delicious Pot de crème. We absolutely loved everything, I've not had Foie Gras before, it's was so elegant, simple and delicious without being pretentious. We can't recommend the sea urchin enough, served with excellent French fries, the urchin hollandaise was amazing. Folly is wonderful date night/anniversary/ a rainy Vermont Sunday night experience. We can't wait to come back and make sure we make reservations in advance to ensure a wonderful time with our family/friends.

a glass of wine and a glass of wine on a table
Michele O.

We had a really lovely meal at Folly! I highly recommend. Food - Service - Ambiance - The details: small restaurant where they are just doing everything really well. Not a lot of choice on the menu but it was thoughtful, seasonal and everything was delicious. We eat out a lot in our home town of NYC and this meal was one of the best meals I have had in awhile! They also space courses out so you have time to really enjoy your meal and your date. I will definitely come back the next time I am in Wilmington! If you are traveling with kids, head to Dot's down the street. Save Folly's for a date night!

Butternut squash soup
Emily G.

The best meal I've had in a long time! The ambiance was adorable, all the art on the walls was lovely to look at and the music playing reminded me of 1940's NYC or something haha. The food was fantastic, my boyfriend and I couldn't stop complimenting everything- lots of "mmm"s and head nodding. We had the butternut squash soup which was one of the best I've ever had, the texture was very soft, not heavy at all, almost whipped. Next we had the latkes, nice crunch on the edges and soft on the inside. The fruit sauce was delicious too, can't remember if it was apple or not. The shrimp in coconut lime broth was insane I couldn't stop drinking that broth! Finally we shared the steak with potatoes and brussels sprouts- the steak was perfectly cooked and soft, not chewy at all, and the truffle sauce was so good. My favorite part were the brussels sprouts, though... I could've eaten an entire bowl of that with the sauce. And the owners were so sweet! The hostess/waitress was carrying a baby the whole time it was so frickin cute. I didn't realize this place was a two person operation, so if you're not a late person make a reservation for when they open. Our meal ended up lasting around 2.5 hours, which was honestly really nice for conversation and the pacing of the dishes was good since we ordered a lot, but we did have a long-ish drive home so we were so tired and full afterwards haha. I usually don't write reviews but I fell in love with this place :) Too bad I live in MA, I wanna go back already!

a plate of salad with pears and greens
Thelma C.

We were celebrating our anniversary, but Folly would have made any occasion special. The service is warm and personal as it's an intimate and small space. Reservations are required, email inquiries are promptly answered. Our favorite dish was the diver scallops- we've never had them prepared in such a way and we were so impressed. My husband had the ribeye and I had the duck which we both loved as well. Highly recommend if you're looking for a hidden gem in Wilmington.

Caryn M.

More like 3.5, but I really think it could turn into a 4. I wanted to love this place, I really did. It is incredibly warm and inviting, with dim light and a small, intimate space. We were greeted warmly and taken to our table. When we asked, we were told the story behind the name - basically that they try what they want and play around as they like - which I loved. Now onto the meal itself. The wine was okay, but priced more like NY than Vermont. The oysters were outstanding. I thought the octopus was good, but my friend wasn't impressed. The root vegetables were very interesting. The fish stew was good, and the boiled salmon was terrible. Completely bland and with a slightly weird texture, I'd definitely skip it. The maple creme brûlée was a solid brûlée, but there wasn't even a hint of maple that we could taste. All in all, it's a lovely space with great potential, and perhaps it's just our NY foodie snobbiness, but we were sadly not blown away.

Hanger steak (Prime) with truffled cream sauce, blistered cherry tomatoes and asparagus.
Leighton C.

This is a small slow food gem that I'd like to keep to myself. The menu is inspired and the tiny dining room is romantic, candle light (real tapers) and lovely. Genuine 1960s jazz just adds to the vibe. Loud pretentious bores just don't belong, so look for some boorish chain steakhouse.my sincere best to this two-person chef/hostess team. A great find.

Restaurant setting
Susan L.

On a snowy New Year's Eve after a day of skiing we ventured to Folly for dinner. Located in the quaint town of Wilmington, Folly is a wonderful addition to the fine food restaurants (only a handful exist) in Southern Vermont. It is a small establishment that seats approximately 14 guests and it is only open on the weekends. It is simply but beautifully decorated- the tables were made out of solid wood, I suspect by a Local artisan. Some of the plates and bowls were also locally made-maybe from Bennington Pottery? The menu is uncomplicated and is meant to be a three course meal- farm to table. The menu changes but on this night: My son had oysters poached in a cream tapioca sauce- fabulous My husband had the grilled octopus- homerun My other son had the lobster risotto- spot on I had the Pate that was exclusively created from mushrooms served with a ginger relish- so good The main dishes and desserts were also so fabulous: whole grilled Branzino with capers, rosemary and lemons, a seafood stew made with a chili cream sauce and the rabbit cavatelli... all ingredients locally sourced, organic and fresh. Staff was knowledgeable and service was excellent! Will definitely be back again Also, whoever made the breadsticks, I need that recipe!

Mushroom Toast

An incredible experience from start to finish. Jade was an amazing hostess and waitress and her husbands cuisine was to die for. Started with a bottle of wine and mushroom toast. It was incredible. The mussels as a second course May have been the best I have ever had. I will forever remember that toast soaked in the white wine and creme fresche broth. For the main course the duck and wagyu beef and they were both 10/10. A truly memorable experience and an amazing place.

Shrimp in broth and a wild mushroom risotto

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10 years ago

Everything was delicious. The restaurant was quiet and intimate, and the waitstaff was exceptional.

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9 years ago

well don't count on them being open when you make a reservation. not my first disappointed at this place.

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10 years ago

Outstanding! Sitting at the bar was fantastic....perfect service, incredible food. A gem!

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Anchor Seafood Restaurant - lobster special

Anchor Seafood Restaurant

4.1(304 reviews)
0.2 mi
•$$$

I ordered the half sandwich & bowl of chowder for lunch and hummed my way through the clam chowder,…read moreit was so good! The sandwich was thick & fresh. My companion & I shared a piece of carrot cake that was also to-die-for. Ambiance was cozy & the waitstaff was friendly & efficient . I highly recommend this place.

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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Anchor Seafood Restaurant - Inside

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Anchor Seafood Restaurant - Lobster special

Lobster special

Anchor Seafood Restaurant - Exterior

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The Maple Leaf Tavern

The Maple Leaf Tavern

3.6(143 reviews)
0.2 mi
•$$

The maple leaf Tavern is that classic Vermont establishment that you are looking for to get that…read morelocal feel! We came in for lunch and I was impressed by the vibe in the restaurant. The old tavern feel and decorations were nice. And to look outside, you can imagine the feel when the snow starts to fall. For lunch we ordered the tomato soup and the onion soup. Anna our waitress made the recommendations. The soups were delicious, the onion cover been a little hotter but it was still delicious! For lunch we got the Italian meat bowl. Heroes is amazing delicious and the fries were nice and crispy. The turkey clubs were huge and enjoyed very well. I highly recommend I will, but it was really good.

When we first walked in, we noticed that it was incredibly warm in the restaurant. We found out at…read morethe end of our meal from our server that their two air conditioning units broke down. The only one that was working was at the bar. I wish she had placed us closer to the bar section before putting us in the very back with no air flow. Too bad they didn't have outside seating because it would have a lovely evening to dine outside. I was determined to have some clam chowder while in Vermont. The one here was too salty. It also had bacon bits which probably added to the salt content. For my entree, I ordered the chicken piccata. Again, I thought the dish was too salty. But I will say that my plate was filled with a large portion of the chicken, mashed potatoes, and vegetables. I'm not sure whether it was the large size of my meal or the fact that I was too warm to finish. So we took the remainder back to the hotel for another day. He ordered the ribeye and it too was a large portion that he did not finish. The meat was perfectly cooked with juices. We would have loved to linger as our evening was coming to a close and we had no other plans but after hearing other customers say it was too warm in the restaurant, we decided to head back to the hotel early. Service was wonderful though.

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The Maple Leaf Tavern
The Maple Leaf Tavern
The Maple Leaf Tavern

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Valley View Saloon - California Chicken Burger

Valley View Saloon

4.3(195 reviews)
4.9 mi
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For me, a place with really good soup generally is really good across the board. Valley View Saloon…read morehas amazing soup, and the rest of the food is quite good. I had the daily special Chicken Enchiladas soup, and it was fantastic. It was kind of like a chicken corn chowder, deep chicken broth flavor, and lots of tasty corn. The tortilla strips give it a nice texture. I had the Cobb salad. It was huge, and really high quality ingredients. The chicken breast was clearly fresh, and the avocado and tomato's were at the perfect ripeness. My son had the chicken parm, and it was also great. Their homemade marinara was delicious, and the chicken parm was really good. I liked the breading as it was nice and crunchy. Also, the service is impressive. Every member of the waitstaff is personable and friendly, and they are highly efficient. The food comes out at the right time, and the time between courses is right.

This was a gem find as it was one of the few spots open during the snow storm this weekend. Located…read moreright down the road from Mt Snow and the MOOver shuttle actually comes right here if you are staying on property. There is a large menu with a variety of options. We started with the homemade meatballs, mozzarella sticks, and buffalo wings. The buffalo wings were crisp and well flavored. The mozz sticks were crisp and had the perfect cheese pull as you ate each one. The meatballs were also huge and delicious as they are made from scratch in house. All of our entrees were also huge portions and delicious. I would say the only complaint was the burger lacked basic seasonings a little salt and fixed no problem. Service was very friendly and efficient here.

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Valley View Saloon - Bar area

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The West Dover Inn and 1846 Tavern & Restaurant - Swordfish

The West Dover Inn and 1846 Tavern & Restaurant

3.7(255 reviews)
4.9 mi
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I visited in the afternoon of Labor Day 2023. Great atmosphere and a mix of tables in and out …read more Great simple country atmosphere , lots of worn wood , great looking bar (someone spent some time on that). Large outdoor seating area. The beer selection is well pretty wide. All craft or micro beers most from New England but a few further afield. If you are a sour beer fan this place is for you . It would be like a Christmas any month of the year. I am not a sour beer fan, in fact I really detest them. But if you like them, you will in a very happy place here. I had the Stone Corral Oktoberfest (Richmond Vermont). It was a pretty fine take on a . Marzen style ale. We shared a pretzel and the cheese board. The pretzel was your typical enormous soft pretzel. This one was just at should be fresh, slight chewy crust and soft inside. The Dijon mustard dip was good. The cheese board was huge enough for two for a lunch . A Brie like cheese, a pungent delicious blue cheese and a smooth but distinct hard cheese as well as a nice fruit jam , some slices of salami and actual fresh green grapes . Good service and pleasant staff. I didn't have them but the oysters look good and the prices for oysters on the half were quite reasonable

My husband and I stayed in the North Suite, a beautiful, comfortable suite with a fireplace and a…read morelarge bathroom. The room was quiet, clean, and the bed was comfortable. The owners were wonderful to us. We've eaten at their tavern many times. I recommend the caeser salad with grilled chicken, the jumbo shrimp appetizer, and the salmon, which was made to perfection. All in all, a wonderful place.

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The West Dover Inn and 1846 Tavern & Restaurant - Thank you Dover cops!

Thank you Dover cops!

The West Dover Inn and 1846 Tavern & Restaurant - The food was great and we got to try raw class and oysters which was very good. I hope to come here again.

The food was great and we got to try raw class and oysters which was very good. I hope to come here again.

The West Dover Inn and 1846 Tavern & Restaurant - Water (Loved their water and presentation of it)

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Water (Loved their water and presentation of it)

TC's Restaurant

TC's Restaurant

4.1(92 reviews)
5.1 mi
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We have been going here for years. It's terrific! No complaints. It's always great feed and a fun…read moreatmosphere.

Was looking for a dinner spot, a lot of the places trying to fit in 14 ppl were simply giving us…read morevery long wait times... This little New England restaurant, though, still had first-come, first-serve seating, and parking lot a bit crowded but found a spot at a corner to park. They originally had a 2hr wait for 14 ppl (we had a few tables ahead of us) but ended up giving us two tables if we were ok to cram together, which we were - super grateful for that! Didn't realize it before we went, but this shop was Kelly Clark's parents' restaurant, and the memorabilia was cool. Cheap beers and drinks, wings were ok (wings needed to be crispier and have more spicy buffalo sauce, the bbq version was just ok). The chowder was thinner compared to Anchor Seafood down the way, and the tuna nachos were ok (on light puffed rice chips w/ some seaweed salad to the side, mayo or similar across the top could've been better with some yuzu or ponzu sauce instead). Fried pickles were large and great, though, as were the fried cheese and pretzels. The truffle cheese fries were heavy but still needed more cheese and table didn't enjoy it as much. St. Louis Ribs were ok, but the Short Rib Stroganoff and the Lobster Mac N' Cheese were table favorites - and warmed up really well the next day with the generous portion helping balance the cost as it was basically two meals in one. Game and fun bathroom signs in the waiting area upfront. Staffers were busy but definitely worked to satisfy our tables' orders and needs and kept cheery while at it. Very tight seating spaces so make a note if you're on the bigger side, it may not be as comfortable depending on the seat you get. A bit spendier (there's food tax, LWB tax, and town tax...) but no credit card surcharge. Overall I'm giving this a 4 star b/c of the service. Food I've had better, but service was very helpful.

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TC's Restaurant - Seating area

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TC's Restaurant - Braised Beef Short Rib

Braised Beef Short Rib

TC's Restaurant - Entrance (inside)

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Entrance (inside)

Folly - newamerican - Updated October 2026

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