My fish (haddock) and chips were yummy & the fries were tasty ! Our server and the staff were…read morewelcoming and friendly. Loved the whole vibe. Looking forward to our next visit and checking out the dining in the top floor. PS. Oh, and some great coleslaw

Went here for lunch today. I had the artichoke crab dip and the Captain's Platter which contained…read moreflounder, clam strips and shrimp. I ordered Mac n cheese and a salad either maple basalmic dressing. All three were delicious. My husband had a crab cake, clam chowder and baked fish stuffed with crab with steamed vegetables and rice. My nephew ordered fried shrimp platter with fries. All appetizers and entrees were good.

An unexpected discovery. The food and service were excellent. Everything was delight full.read more

What a stunning experience after a long bike ride!…read more After spending the day biking, this place was exactly the kind of place I wanted to end up. The moment we walked in, we were greeted immediately and seated, and the service was wonderful from beginning to end. Our waitstaff was pleasant, attentive, and made the whole experience feel welcoming without being overbearing. We started with hummus and some lamb, and then I ordered the chicken kebab entrée. Now, let me be very clear: I am NOT a chicken eater. But this chicken was so phenomenal that I told my friend the only way I would want to eat chicken again is if it's prepared and seasoned exactly the way this was. It was THAT good. The portion size was generous but still thoughtful. I really appreciated that because by the end of the meal, I was completely full--and honestly, I'm glad my plate wasn't overloaded with food just for the sake of having a huge portion. Everything felt intentional. The greens and onions that came with my meal were fresh, nicely prepared, and seasoned well. Nothing on the plate felt like an afterthought. I also ordered a drink that reminded me of a Shirley Temple, and it was really good, refreshing and exactly what I needed after being out biking. One of my favorite details about the restaurant was the open kitchen. Depending on where you're seated, you can see the chefs working, which adds another layer to the experience. I love being able to see the people preparing the food I'm eating. It makes the meal feel more connected and gives you an appreciation for the work happening behind the scenes. Between the food, service, atmosphere, open kitchen, and generous portions, Kismet really delivered. I left full, satisfied, and already thinking about what I would order next time. I'm absolutely looking forward to coming back!

Wow, what a transformation from when we last came to Burlington and having breakfast at Penny…read moreCluse, we were pleasantly surprised to find highly recommended Frankie's in the same location! The same large, beautiful windows are there, but the decor is warm, trendy, and modern. Our hostess immediately wished my husband and me happy anniversary and the bartender team Max and Woody were truly outstanding and made our celebration special. They are adept at making cocktails. We tried Blue Bingo and Inside Out. Both were perfectly balanced. The Blue Bingo with fresh blueberry puree, garnished with blueberry and mint was refreshing. The Inside Out was similar to an Old Fashioned. We selected 4 small plates, one large plate, and one side. For small plates, the striped bass collar was meaty and flavored with an herb sauce and punchy blistered cherry tomatoes. The little neck clams came in a broth that was worth sopping up with the grilled sourdough. It was similar to having mussels in a luscious wine butter sauce. I would have eaten like 12 of the clams if they let me but they alas only give you 6. My favorite was grilled Romano beans, slightly crunchy, fresh, and light, with burrata and fried green tomatoes. The breading on the tomatoes was perfectly light and crunchy. The burrata was delicious, and I would have preferred to have it over the barchetta, fresh ravioli like pastas that came with fennel and arugula. The barchetta was missing that creamy element. The served our pork schnitzel as a "splitzel" served cut in half on two plates. Again, it was perfectly crunchy and light. We ordered pomme puree (mashed potatoes) as a side too, creamy and delicious. They had a decent wine and beer selection. We lucked out with our chenin blanc selection, which paired well with everything we had. Eat here! The menu changes every day. We can't wait to come back.

The bartender was telling me that Frankie's was listed by Boston Magazine as one of the best…read moreup-and-coming restaurants in the U.S. when it first opened, and they're clearly still living up to that standard. I ordered the Something Fun cocktail, which was fruity, refreshing, and beautifully presented with blue salt speckled around the rim of the glass. For dinner, I had the whole trout in a dill sauce with a side of purple cauliflower. Everything is locally sourced, and while the menu features a few staples, it changes daily. Each menu is date-stamped, which I'm obsessed with--it's a great reminder of how fresh everything is. Vermont generally has a great local food scene, and I really appreciate the thoughtfulness behind the ingredients, presentation, and overall quality. Frankie's is a restaurant I'd highly recommend for groups, family dinners, date nights, or even corporate dinners. I'd love to come back and explore more of their wine selection. The staff is incredibly welcoming, happy to chat, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Expect to spend around $75 per person for a meal, a side or appetizer, and one drink.

Having worked in the hospitality and travel business for over four decades, I'm pretty picky. I…read morecan't remember ever being impressed by a hotel restaurant. Bleu is a rare exception. Located in the Courtyard (Marriott) Hotel, only a stone's throw from Lake Champlain and close to the center of Burlington, VT, the restaurant sits just off the lobby. I made a dinner reservation and we was seated by the window with a view of the park with the lake beyond. Off to a good start. My Dirty Martini was spot-on. The perfect balance of Tito's and brine. Only missing the 'bleu' cheese olives. I often order a second appetizer as my entree. My starter was carpaccio that was outstanding. The microgreens were a nice touch. The mussels (appetizer) that I chose for my main course were small in size but ample in portion and were the perfect choice for me. My husband chose the cheese platter for his starter. It was disappointing. Two slices of bleu cheese. Should have been three different ones for $15. And no VT cheddar? Not much imagination here. His Steak Frites was OK; the quality of the beef could have been better. We shared the spinach watermelon salad which was fresh and delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Overall, we liked this restaurant and will return.

The breakfast was good. Even though the place was busy, the service was very good and we had coffee…read morerefills. The restaurant itself is very lovely next to the lake.

They had my husband's favorite beer (Heddy Topper) and my rose was perfectly chilled and delicious…read more The bar service was very quick. The food service was a bit slow but the food was very good. Our waitress was really nice and apologized for how long the food took. I like that you can sit on the patio or inside. The ambiance was nice at both (except for the people letting their kids jump around and scream, but that's not on the restaurant.) I'd definitely go back, especially cuz they're walking distance to Burlington Bay, my favorite creemee place.) Parking is free in the garage if you go to the restaurant.

The oyster hour here is such a good deal! Two dollar oysters! We also grabbed a $5 canned beer,…read morewhich made it an easy place to stop in for a drink and a bite. But the absolute star of the meal was the lobster agnolotti--it was SO good and definitely what I'd order again. It's not directly on the water, but it's close enough to easily pair with a walk around the waterfront, and the atmosphere is really cool. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

In town for work and always like local restaurants. What a gem! It's run by the owner/ chef. The…read moreinterior is rustic Cajun inspired, there is a very low sound track of blues playing., with seating for about 12 to 15. Come hungry food is plentiful. We had bluegrass chicken. Blacken catfish and jambalaya. We got an order of cracklings, freshly made spicy and delicious. My wife is allergic to shellfish, she went with the bluegrass chicken it was amazing it has a light flavorful sauce that compliments the chicken. I had the blackened catfish, it was amazing, best I have ever had spiced and cooked perfectly. Both dinners come with their version of red beans and rice, it was different than what I've had but I would say authentic. It too was amazing. My boss had jambalaya it was excellent. All large portions. They are BYOB and literally a liquor store is across the street. Be a little patient it's cooked fresh and it's owner operated so takes a few minutes longer, but So worth it Don't sleep on this place it's amazing food

Great restaurant and food. We had the jumbo and it was excellent. I had the Jambalaya and my son…read morehad the Muffaletta sandwich. We will definitely be back and happy to support the owner who handles ordering and cooking.

My phone died, my apologies but I can tell you, the food is top notch!!!…read more The Farmhouse definitely reminds me of your local hangout spot where the ambience is complete with high energy buzzing throughout! Conversations, food, and drinks are flowing! Definitely when you visit check this place out!!!

I thought this place was perfectly fine…read more came maybe like around 7, it was pretty busy in general. i saw the oysters but i wound up feeling like they were too expensive so i passed on them, i think it was like 3+ per, might have to try to find a happy hour. i got a fish and chips, which was actually fish + two shrimp. i thought the dish was fine, wasn't bad overall i didn't feel like it was very much food, all things considered. $22 plus tax and tip is a fair bit to come away from still feeling sort of hungry, but i'd still probably come back again just because i thought the service was good and fairly quick. the vibe here is nice too if you want something more lively

Lovely setting , fabulous meal and great service. Expensive but worth every penny! I highly…read morerecommend

They are not open on a Wednesday evening, and not answering the phone. Are they out of business?read more

What a great find!!! Nice, traditional Italian restaurant…read morewith favorites. Good wine selection. Loved this pizza! Not sure what is best--the toppings or the deep dish crust. The tomatoes with the warned goat cheese and just the right amount of balsamic reduction. All that and a lovely staff.

OMG do not order cacio e pepe! I ordered cacio e pepe and…read morethe waitress returned with a huge bowl of elbow macaroni and alfredo sauce. Italian mac and cheese!! Figuring the waitress may have misunderstood my entree request I asked her and she reports that she had indeed entered my request for cacio e pepe. Whoever is doing the cooking there needs to google one of a million recipes for cacio e pepe online and get a clue on how to make this dish. Needless to say I canceled the order and had it sent garbage.

I live downtown. Usually get takeout from namaste kitchen express because it's good and close…read more.. BUT. They're closed this week, and I was REALLY craving samosa chaat. So I went to newly discovered... Mountain Food and Bar restaurant on Shelburne road! Service: - 10/10 for service. I called asking if I could take out for one small item, samosa chaat. They said they don't typically make this dish, but they would put the dish together for me!!! Ambiance: I was only inside for a minute since I got takeout, but it was clean, well lit, plenty of room/tables for dining. Parking: plenty of parking in their lot The samosa chaat was 9/10 and definitely one of the best I've had, flavor wise! The food was ready when I arrived and I found it affordable and a generous portion size. I would recommend to others and will go back again!

There's a lot of good Nepal/Indian options around. I've tried them all. This one is definitely the…read morebest. Naan bread is cooked perfectly and spices on point. Large portions puts this place over the top. Will order again soon.