Three Ponds is a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. It's manages to be both cozy and…read moreexpansive at the same time; tuck into a corner with your sweetie; gather with your extended family at the big round table in the window; sit on the porch and enjoy a creemee; pull up a chair with your friends at one of their wooden tables. The space accommodates all: it's bright, the shelves are stocked with local artisan wares for sale, and the service is friendly and efficient. And the food, you ask? Outstanding. Fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. My BLT on brioche was absolutely decadent. The plate of hand cut fries and basket of polenta fries we shared at my table went quickly. I'd return in a heartbeat!

Wonderful local cafe on the common. I had the curry tuna sandwich and partner had the burger. We…read moreshared some polenta fries. Everything was delicious. The curry tuna sandwich had sauerkraut and greens on a toasted ciabatta roll. The burger was a double patty with cheese, pickles and greens on a toasted ciabatta roll. The polenta fries were crispy and delicious. Everything was fresh and local. The atmosphere was country store casual. Service was excellent. Would definitely come again.

I absolutely love the head of the wood... I've had a lot of meals here but nothing beats the duck…read more Cooked perfectly. We paired it with a side of skate cheeks and roasted carrots. Absolutely delicious!. For dessert I had some Indian pudding. It was the best I've ever had. Just couldn't get enough. High-end dining with a high-end price but you get great food, great drinks and wonderful atmosphere.

Well the Burlington location was closed temporarily that week on our vacation. But luckily we found…read moreWaterburys location to be opened for business. Oysters and the mushroom toast were heavenly. Glad we stopped in for our dinner .

Really great atmosphere in summer and winter. Tasty classics and nice outdoor space. Good…read morebartenders and servers. Overall great staple.

It was our first visit to the KTA/Burke, after picking our son up at UVM, for a weekend getaway. As…read moremountain bikers the local region is phenomenal. We heard of the Kingdom trails but didn't realize how much we'd love the area and all it has to offer. The Publick house is off the main street and near the trails/Mike's Tiki Bar. It's a cool old structure/barn that has a lot of charm if you appreciate the preserved nature of old places! There's plenty of parking nearby or in the Tiki bar lot. Bikers everywhere and the place was packed. We got lucky and were seated immediately around 7:30 on Saturday evening. We'd biked all day so we were starving and started things off with poutine. We also added on some burgers and mac n' cheese. It's bar food well done because everything was delicious. The poutine was massive and the 3 of us devoured that dish. My burger had some maple syrup and was unbelievable. Our waitress was phenomenal! Great vibe, great visit and reasonably priced - thank you Publick!

What a cute place to stop in for lunch, they have a bar as soon as you walk in, but they also have…read morebooths. I decided to sit at the bar. There was only two people there, I was greeted with a smile, and waited on right away, I chose the burger and an unsweet tea, you can watch the gentlemen cook your food, it was done perfectly and fast, hand, cut fries to go along with the burger, very happy with my choice, they have an area outside on the deck where you can eat if you don't want to go inside, I would recommend coming here

Recently had the pleasure of lunch at the Carriage House Cafe & Grill. The staff were delightful,…read morethe food was super and the atmosphere was family comfortable. Next time we head north we will make it a point to share another lunch at this delightful eatery. It may even be the reason we head north. Thanks!

A destination dining experience that quietly rivals Michelin-level restaurants…read more Some places are good. Some places are memorable. And then there are places that make you stop mid-bite and think, "How is this here?" The Dinner House is absolutely one of those places. Tucked into the most charming corner of Vermont, this restaurant feels like a discovery -- elegant without being pretentious, warm without being casual. During my stay, the dining room was packed every single night, with real waitlists and a steady buzz that confirmed what was already obvious: people know this place is special. The food is on another level. Thoughtful, refined, and deeply satisfying -- every dish is executed with precision and heart. It's the kind of cooking that feels effortlessly confident. Honestly? This is Michelin-consideration legit. The kind of restaurant you'd expect to read about in a city dining guide, not stumble upon in rural Vermont. Behind it all is a true culinary powerhouse: Steve, the chef, and Maria, the baker. Together, they are magic. The savory dishes are layered, balanced, and beautifully composed, while the baking is exceptional -- the kind that lingers in your memory long after the plate is cleared. Their collaboration elevates the entire experience. Sunday brunch deserves special mention -- indulgent, comforting, and flawless. Come hungry, expect to wait, and trust that it will be worth it. This isn't just a great local restaurant. It's a destination. If you care about food, hospitality, and experiences that feel rare and intentional, make the trip.

What a delight and surprise to discover this gem in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont! This is now…read moreour goto place for those special times!! Thanks!!

Great post Killington dinner spot! Gorgeous views of the gorge and town, with a great ambiance…read more(especially from the beautiful Simon Pearce glass!). Super easy to make a group reservation on Open Table! The wait staff was great and helpful in deciding what we wanted for our meal. We really enjoyed the Roasted Caesar and the Short rib. My fiance also really loved his Manhattan--made with local bourbon!!

I'm so sad to have to write a negative review of Simon Pearce (although there are plenty of them…read moreout there). It was our first time there, celebrating our son's 21st birthday. Not sure what happened between the kitchen and our server, but 2 of 3 main courses came out cool. One was my crab-stuffed sole and the other was our son's $85 filet mignon. We had to let the server know. She brought over the manager who said they would "reheat" our dishes. I questioned him, um, "reheat" not remake? He said he could redo them but the steak will take 25 minutes (son's father had already dug into his duck by this point). Manager said if we try reheating it and it's not to our liking he'd take the steak (no mention of the sole) off the bill. We said fine, let's try reheating so as to resume eating asap. Of course the steak was no longer medium-rare and my fish was pretty awful. The most annoying thing is that he/manager NEVER acknowledged my meal being cold and removing it from the bill. Only my son's steak. Why? I don't know. In general, I think the food here is overpriced and very underwhelming. Now I know and I don't need to go back.Food did not have the flavors outlined in the descriptions. Our Waitress was very good though (not her fault the food was not to par for the price). The bread and whipped butter was excellent

I am always skeptical of hotel restaurants, but Oakes & Evelyn breaks the mold. It's tucked into a…read morehotel with beautiful scenery and gardens. We had a reservation for 3 in the dining room that was so quiet, calm and warm. We ordered 'family style' so that our party could share a bunch of different things on the menu and EVERYTHING was delicious. I highly recommend this for anyone traveling to the area looking for a nice night out and a fantastic meal.

I'd say O&E is a 4/5. Beautiful setting, great service, creative food, really good but not full-on…read moreexcellent food. Every dish was enjoyable and no regrets but also each had "opportunities for improvement". Drinks were all just right. The desserts look excellent based on the one we had (we had a huge cake awaiting us at home so not really doing dessert).

Super casual restaurant and bar. Parking on street. Live music, Patio roadside. Very capable,…read morefriendly staff. Good food. We would absolutely return to Moogs Place. The menu has a bit of something for everyone. Mac & cheese, steak, chicken sandwich, etc. If you are seeking good food in a totally laid back space, check them out.

My gf had the fried chicken salad and said it was good. I had the Stoner's Chicken Mac n Cheese…read more The chicken was popcorn chicken without much meat in it. The "caramelized" onions were just lightly cooked and still translucent white, no nice brown caramelizing. Mac n cheese was ok but nothing special. Sauce was fairly plain. I wouldn't order it again. Service was friendly and attentive. Nice decor inside the restaurant.

Best meal we had on our trip! We decided to give this place a try after driving by because of its…read moreclose proximity to our Airbnb. The outside is unsuspecting and our hopes were not very high as it is fairly difficult to find decent food in the area. We were pleasantly surprised! We arrived 30 minutes before they opened (unaware they were closed) and were still met with kindness and helpful staff who made a reservation for us for when they opened. We sat outside which was perfect with a toddler. Staff were very friendly and service was great. We were skeptical of the menu as it is limited but all of our meals were excellent. We were even shocked by the quality of the kids Alfredo with shrimp. Everything tasted fresh. A little pricey but worth every penny. Will absolutely be back!

This review is tough to write. I've heard so many people tell me how much they love this place...I…read morejust didn't. It's a cute place inside - exposed beam, warm decor and inviting space. A small bar as you enter that was full when we came in. We sat at a small table in the bar area. Everyone was very nice and our waitress was attentive enough - but she seemed a bit busy. But all was fine service wise. So....the food. It's weird. Like trying too hard to be different but just didn't hit the mark for me. I see bread on a menu and I get excited! So immediately I ordered the Parmesan bread with dill pickle butter. The bread was warm and I enjoyed it but the butter with dill pickle just didn't work for me. Lots of other things to me could have complemented the bread better. Then we order the lettuce wraps, they were ok. My friend ordered the duck and I tried it and we both really liked it! The vegetables were good! My sirloin....the steak itself was good despite being a tad overcooked for medium rare. Something on the plate had a curry flavor - it just didn't all go together well. Then the lemon ricotta cheesecake....we didn't taste any lemon, it was thick and weirdly dry for a cheesecake. It also had freeze dried something on top....we actually weren't sure what. Some bright spots - the food quality! You can tell that these are top notch high quality ingredients, and the cocktails! They were yummy! I just don't like the weird combos and what (to me) feels like being weird for the sake of being different versus just being good. Since I only come up here a few times a season I likely will go to our other favorites or try new spots.