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.

We heard really good things about Mystic Restaurant in Manchester Center, VT. We were in town and…read morewanted to give it a try. I had the Rigatoni Alla Carbonara. My friend had the Bucatini Cacio E Pepe. He said his dish was fine. Mine, on the other hand, was pasta coated in this thick orange paste (no sauce), which was absolutely tasteless (no exaggeration). It's as if they didn't even taste it for seasonings. I asked for salt. They offered to remake it, but I opted to try to make it edible adding my own seasoning. With quite a bit of salt, it was "ok", but the consistency left a lot to be desired. I probably should have sent it back and ordered a salad. A restaurant is only as good as it's food. Two stars is the best I could give them. The atmosphere was nice, and the service was good. But the food...

We visited Sticks & Stones in Schroon Lake while here for the Thanksgiving holiday, and it was…read moreabsolutely amazing. The whole experience was perfect from start to finish. They had live music that created such a fun, warm atmosphere, and the service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The food was incredible, full of flavor and beautifully prepared. And the décor? Pure Adirondack charm. Rustic, cozy, and perfectly themed--it felt exactly like the kind of place you want to relax in when you're up here. Highly recommend Sticks & Stones for anyone visiting the area. Great food, great service, great vibe. A must-try! Kelly was great!

Decent food with a good menu. Outdoor seating was nice in good weather... okay service. The famous…read more"wood fired French onion" soup could have been cooked longer. The steak "sliders" were really just a sandwich cut in thirds. Weird, but still tasted good. Would go back again.

My husband and I love this place. Pete always has a great wine to recommend, and the food is…read moredelicious as well. We always run into local people we know and have an enjoyable time. It is a great date night outing.

We (three adults) went to Brix on a whim after the Vermont State Fair. We did a quick Google search…read moreof restaurants in the area and the menu looked good. We left so glad that we picked it! The restaurant is small with a limited number of high tops inside, a bar, and a few tables outside. The decorations and vibes are adorable. We were impressed from start to finish. Peter, our waiter, was friendly and chatty (without being too chatty), which we really appreciated, and he definitely nailed small-town Vermont charm. One of us ordered the Salty Chihuahua drink. It was tasty and very well priced. One of us started with a small green salad which was loaded with olives and feta- yum!! There was not a single bite of food that wasn't delicious. It blew us away. We ordered three entrees: chicken sliders, grande salad, and a special: the summer squash skillet, which we added meatballs to. We will be talking about and figuring out what was in those meatballs for years to come. The dishes were on the smaller side, but the prices reflect the amazing quality of the food. We are three New Yorkers with lots of opinions and high standards when it comes to what we eat. Brix exceeded those standards. We have a ski condo on Stratton and don't often make the drive into Rutland, but any time we do, it's guaranteed we will be eating at Brix.

Ooooh so this is where the middle aged singles come to be seen, hangout and drink wine! We had fun,…read morebartender was great and fast, drink menu was awesome.

Strolling through Saratoga confused what to choose from and we walk in to this place as there was…read moreno wait time. No wait time doesn't mean they don't have good food. We ordered soup of the day (Smoked chicken chowder), crab cakes and grilled salmon. The food was consistent and good. My rating of 4 was totally based on food. The food. Like I mentioned earlier was good but I have had the same better elsewhere. The service and ambience are great and would rate it a 5 star. They have a great selection of wines to choose from. This place is good for every occasion and a heaven for someone who loves wine.

Ambiance: 1000/10. Top of the Park is an absolute must on any Lake Placid trip. This rooftop tapas…read morebar, perched above Players Sports Bar and Grille, has jaw-dropping views of Mirror Lake. You can choose from bar seating, indoor tables, or outdoor spots with a perfect breeze. There's even a big street-side table that's ideal for bachelorette groups or larger parties. The whole space feels elevated, cozy, and a little magical. Drinks: The cocktail menu is insanely creative and the pours are generous. Their espresso martini is one of my all-time favorites... I stop in for one every single time I'm in Lake Placid. It's that good. Food: I think about this food at least once a week. The menu is built around shareable small plates, making it the perfect pre-dinner cocktail hour spot for your travel crew. Order a couple of drinks and a few bites while you take in the lake views before your dinner reservation. My personal must-orders: the charcuterie board and the mac and cheese. Unreal. Price: It's on the pricier side, but genuinely worth every penny. For the quality, the atmosphere, and those views? Not overpriced at all.

I'm thinking I don't have to write a review because it's pretty clear the place is a slam dunk…read morechoice -- lovely staff, delicious food and a Mirror Lake view -- but I will warn that the portions are on the smaller size and if you ask for a bit more bread with the cheese board, they will charge you five dollars without warning. Those aren't complaints, but for any "hungry guys" who like hearty portions, this place will run up your tab.

Lake George, NY - with 16 craft beer selections on tap plus an extensive list of bottles and cans…read more(many niche labels I've never heard of), this is the spot to hit up if you like beers. We stumbled in for a late bite on a quiet winter carnival weekend and there were only a handful of patrons, mostly locals sitting at the bar. The bartender (and our server) Edward was friendly and kept an eye on us and made sure we had what we needed. The food is solidly average pub fare, not bad and perfectly serviceable, but it shouldn't be your primary objective if you're a foodie hunter like me. But on a main drag littered mostly with mediocre bar-restaurants charging tourist prices for tourist indifference, I'll take "just fine" as a win. I'm not much of a drinker but my husband liked his can of Copper Legend lager so much that he ordered another one to go. The location is conveniently central especially if you're staying on Canada St. or doing activities at the lake.

Stopped here on our way home from Quebec, and they welcomed us with a warm smile, great food and…read moreamazing service. Vladimir is great, if you're in Lake George give them a try! We had Burgers, Wings, Chicken Sandwich, Fries & Tacos.

We had a great experience! My husband and I did the wine and cider tasting with Sarah. She was…read moreamazing and so nice and helpful. She was also very knowledgeable. We were staying a minute away from the queensbury location but the woman there was extremely rude so we drove the 15 mins to the lake George location and was not disappointed!

While in Lake George for the Memorial Weekend, decided to do some wine tasting one evening. Came…read moreacross Adirondack Winery which had availability as we walked in - perfect timing, though they were also quite busy with customers. Note: Wine tasting cost is per person (not pay for 1 person and share) and it is for 7 tastes with a take home glass. So select your wines wisely... and rank them to see if there is any of them you would like to purchase. We also added a couple of chocolate bonbons to wash the the wine tastings down with. Tried a variety of red, rose, fruit, dry.... and ended up purchasing 2 bottles to bring home - Celebratory Red and Ruby Red, which we rated best of all the ones we tastes. It did take awhile to select and get our tastings but have to be a little patience given timing and the crowd. Looking to come back again next time in town. Cheers!

Wow! You have to stop here. This place was about an hour and a half away from us and it is worth…read morethe trip. The wine selection is awesome. The cheese is exceptional. Very good hospitality. We came here for lunch today and were not disappointed. Everything is done with care down to the last detail. These folks know their stuff and it is a small and romantic Wine Bar and shop. We each purchased a glass of wine, a cheese plate, and an eggplant sandwich and the total was about 60 bucks. However, the wine and cheese was so good we ended up in the store and purchased another 70 bucks worth of stuff. This place is small and elegant. Bring this place your business!

Great cheese and "frommagucation"at the Cheese Makers shop also run by this classy couple. Have not…read moretried the busy new restaurant or wine bar but a welcome addition to the charming town of Jacksonville, VT and a wonderful alternative to the few drinking holes if your craving a refined atmosphere and an education in fine wines.

Diner beware~ check…read moreyour receipt, before you pay. an 18% "house service" charge was itemized, in the middle of the entrees. (it may have been printed on the bottom, on the menu?) It is on line. The explanation we received is that it covers all the different staff pooled. With "an option" to add an addition tip for 'excellent service'. (you could end up with 40%)

Went here with five friends for dinner. Huge disappointment…read more First of all, if you're going to have a dinner menu with only three entrees- A) You should have one vegetarian option B) The food better be good. Neither was true. I had the burger. How do you mess up a burger? The supermarket-style bun was burnt, the patty was dry as a bone. One friend had the pork ravioli and didn't finish it. (We're talking a 6'5" guy who had been skiing all day). Another friend had the clam linguine and also didn't finish it. The servings were not large. The wine was overpriced. The menus were paper. Just a pretentious rip-off. I recommend The Foundry instead.

Another trip up to Bolton means another few visits to Bolton Brewery - one of our favorite places…read more They are a full fledged restaurant, so don't sleep on this spot for a great meal. We came for lunch and had chicken tenders, a hot dog and a chicken ceasar wrap. Everything was delish, and there are plenty of kid-friendly options. Beer is always fab (as expected) and they have a huge variety. They don't sell as much in cans unfortunately, but there are a few flavors available if you want to purchase some to take home. Service is always friendly, and they keep the calendar packed with fun events and live music. Overall this is a Bolton Landing favorite and we always look forward to visiting.

We were walking the town and decided to stop in for a beer…read more Service was a little slow, but the beers were good. Our group had some favorites, Dusty Bottoms Mexican Lager, Help Wanted New England IPA and Bolton Cream Ale.