A while ago, a food industry acquaintance recommended the wings at @thehiddenstill in Ellington…read more They're known for being one of the only area moonshine bars and comfort food. I've been twice now. On my first visit, the wings weren't quite as saucy as I like, although the moisture level, internal flavor and texture of the chicken was outstanding. I visited again a few months ago because I was in the area. Among other flavors I tried, the Buffalo Smoked Garlic Wings were amazing. Saucy in the way that I like. Good depth of flavor, but not crazy spicy. This is one of my favorite flavors of the year, and I need to think about how high this Buffalo Sauce is on my CT List of Buffalo Sauces. It's way up there for sure. Service has been good. The atmosphere is cool for an upscale restaurant/bar setting. 4.5 Stars

From a long-time Vernon local-- Hidden Still is always a…read moresolid choice. Drinks are always perfect. Food is fresh, unique, and reliable. Staff have been OK throughout the years-- however I had a bartender on 9/15(?)/26 for lunch and she was FABULOUS! I wish I remembered her name! (I'm sure she introduced herself before serving us, my memory is just failing me at the moment!) We specifically love their wings (HUGE flavor selection!), poutine, and French dip sandwich. Any and EVERY time we have out-of-town guests and are looking for a casual, reliable restaurant-- Hidden Still is our choice! Talk to any Vernon/Ellington local and they will tell you Hidden Still is absolutely worth the visit. You will be back over and over again!

First time at Parkville Market and The Local and have to say I am beyond impressed!…read more The Local has something for everyone. The ambiance here is so cool- I love the decor and set up. Our bartender was super nice too! I ordered their cucumber cocktail and thought it was perfect! It was a warm day and this drink definitely gave off summer vibes. Very light and refreshing and made with quality ingredients! You can even ask to have your cocktail in a plastic cup so you can walk through Parkville Market. I opted to do this just because I've never been here before but I would totally come back to chill at The Local next time! I can definitely see coming here on the regular! Can't wait to try their other specialty cocktails!

The Local is a cool spot for a late night drink during the week. On Wednesdays they do karaoke…read morewhich is always a fun time. They do stay open later Parkville Market but last call is around 10 PM. All you have to do is go upstairs behind the elevator. They also have some seating outside the bar for the nights when it's really crowded. Their drinks are pretty average, but they're affordable so I have no complaints. The service is super super friendly!

this was my first time ordering and the wings were excellent and very well cooked and very well…read moreseasoned. I was nicely greeted and they were very friendly i will definitely order from here again

The Upstate Lounge & Cafe is a cool tavern with a menu & subtle interior decor themed for upstate…read moreNY. What does this mean you might ask? ... friendly service of course, but primarily the menu is the centerpiece, and chalked full of popular western, central, & northern NY state options. From WNY, they obviously have Buffalo wings, 'beef on weck' (see pics), & fried cheese curds. Rochester's famous 'garbage plate' looks awesome, & Utica greens & other items from central NY. They attribute their natural casing hot dogs to Plattsburgh up north, but that's a staple across all of upstate NY. I had to ask for the mandatory accompaniments of horseradish for my beef on weck & blue cheese for wings - I hope they correct this quickly. Either way, me & my buddies enjoyed everything, along with trying some good drafts from their impressive selection. We'll be back!

Definitely divey but conveniently located next to the train station and Bushnell Park. Not…read moretypically my vibe, but I was meeting a group of friends before heading out for the night. Their drinks are pretty cheap, especially the 2/$5 Jell-O shots. They didn't seem to have any flavors except watermelon, which was fine. I got a margarita as well. the flavors were pretty good and I love a bartender with a heavy hand. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem that the space is excessively friendly. Just note that you will have to go up the stairs in order to get in.

Came in with some coworkers while on business because we liked the name when we saw it on google…read moremaps. Loving the dark vibe, pool tables, dart boards. Very chill atmosphere. Can't comment on the food since we didn't eat, only had some AMAZING old fashions made by Ellie. Ellie was an amazing bar tender both in skill and personality. I would definitely come back just because she was working! They also have a solid menu of specialty drinks as well as all of their liquors which was much appreciated! Will be back!

Food and service were good. Good cocktail…read more Fun games Open late Games on TV were teams I liked

I visited last weekend to celebrate my husbands birthday with a group of friends. We felt like we…read morewalked into a Chucke cheese there were at least a dozen differentchildren on a Saturday night running around the place. We were initially seated near all these families. But the kids had taken over the pool tables and arcade games. We wanted an adults only experience and were very frustrated to see this. Service was slow and our server denied that my friend ordered something we all heard her order. We ordered several apps which were good. There are other adult venues out there so we will not be returning here. If you want to allow kids maybe make it earlier in the day or don't advertise as adults venue.

My first time here, since opening in December, 2025, and I like what they've done with the place…read more Seems more open, more spacious. Very interesting and varied menu. I had the egg roll, which was really two Reuben rolls. Very good, with lean, chopped corned beef, carrots, and sauerkraut in egg rolls. Thousand island dipping sauce on the side. One quibble - a bit greasy on the outside, like it could have been drained a bit longer. Nice selection of tap beers as well as bottled. Service (Jen) was very good, prices inline with similar pubs. For me, another option for local dining and drinking. 4.5 stars equals 5 Yelp stars.

We were staying near the airport for an early flight and found this little bar for an easy dinner…read more Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We sat, got waters and menus right away. We ordered the street corn dip and it was so delicious. The chips aren't fresh made, but were crispy and held the did well. My husband got the tavern burger. While it was good, it was over cooked. He ordered it medium and it was well done. I had a turkey, bacon, avocado sandwich. It was good. It wasn't overstuffed and the avocado was smashed so it stayed in place. It came on a croissant. Sides are not included with the sandwiches so we ordered fries to share. There were lots to share and they were very crispy and salty. My husband also got a coconut rum punch which one a great choice. If nearby, give it try! There is a small lot across the street for parking.

Still really good food…read more Returned to this location to see if they were still doing well. Got a full English breakfast special, minus the blood sausage. Also ordered a mocktail of a basil lemonade. The drink was not too sweet and the basil added a tiny touch of herby savoryness which was a nice accent flavor. The full English breakfast was cooked well, good quality ingredients and each element was seasoned appropriately. I could only make a small dent in the dish before sending it back satisfied. The server was friendly, but I threw them off with my quirky behavior. Lead to a little slower service and multiple requests for some items. Nothing against the establishment, just something that happened during my visit. Still a strong recommendation for Main Street, and worth a trek to try.

I'm back! I love this place! It's quiet here ) it's only a Tuesday) but we're late (arrived at 9:15…read morePM). There is no shortage of decor here! I like the huge carafe of ice water and the spicy potato chips! For my first drink, I'm having a Negroni. A negroni is an Italian cocktail, made of equal parts gin, vermouth rosso (red, semi-sweet), and Campari, generally served with ice, and commonly garnished with an orange slice or orange peel. It is considered an apéritif. They also have an Obi Wan Negroni made with Cold Brew Infused Campari instead. For my first food item, I'm having the Cream of Mushroom soup with chicken. Cream of mushroom soup is a simple type of soup where a basic roux is thinned with creamor milk and then mushrooms or mushroom brothare added. This is delicious! It's nice and hot with a lot of shredded chicken. For my entree, I'm having the Brussels Sprout Salad made with shaved Brussels sprouts, spring mix, bacon, pomegranate drizzle, silvered almonds, shaved Parmesan and lemon vinaigrette dressing. Look at the height of this! This tastes great! I am also having a side of mushy peas. Mushy peas are a traditional British side dish of marrowfat peas that are cooked until soft and mashed into a mush. The dish is especially popular in Northern England and the Midlands, and often eaten with fish and chips or served as part of "pie and peas". Here's a quick overview of mushy peas: Ingredients** Traditionally made with dried marrowfat peas, but can be substituted with frozen peas or green split peas. I love this! It's nice and hot.,What a rare treat! This is hard to find anywhere! I'm also having a side of cold slaw. Coleslaw, or "slaw" in North America, is a side dish of shredded cabbage with a vinaigrette or mayo-based dressing. The word "coleslaw" comes from the Dutch term koolsla, meaning "cabbage salad". Recipes vary by region and can include additional ingredients like carrots, apples, raisins, or celery. Coleslaw originated in the Netherlands in the 18th century, but references to similar cabbage salads appear in ancient Greek and Roman medical texts. This is the best! Nice, thick dressing! For my last drink, I'm having a Godfather. The Godfather is a sweet and strong cocktail that blends Scotch whisky and amaretto liqueur. It's typically served in an old-fashioned glass over ice and can be garnished with an orange twist. The drink became popular in the 1970s disco scene and is named after the 1972 film starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. Some say bartender Joe Scialom created the Godfather to capture the movie's spirit. This is done just right! Good job! What a great meal here!

Officially known as The Shed Bar & Cafe, this place has been around for a looooong time. The…read morebuilding is nondescript, but the interior definitely has charisma. I would characterize The Shed as a local bar. On a recent visit, it seemed everyone knew each other. Patrons were friendly, and I got to know many, including the owner, Mike. Mike also wields a spatula in the kitchen. On a recommendation, I tried a "smashburger". Served on a brioche bun, it was excellent. Perfectly cooked w a nice charbroiled flavor. The bun did not fall apart, an important consideration when inhaling a burger. Fries were also excellent. Barmaid Mimi handled the crowd well. And there was a pretty decent crowd for a Tuesday night. I'm a fan, and will definitely be back. 4 stars!

Great bartenders great people all ages always something going on. Pub menu that is great. Home town…read morefeel