Tucked away in a little wooded area. Quaint to say the least. Owners are so inviting, staff are courteous and well informed. As for the food........ oh my..... just amazing. Seafood alfredo..... huge scallops, shrimp cooked to perfection AND lobster. The alfredo yummy..... You want a great meal with a perfect view, check this place out. read more

I came here to eat several times with my family and the whole experience was amazing. They are right on the water so you can either drive or boat there. The view of the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain is super nice. The owners are super nice. Everything is so clean and efficiently run. Each course is so fresh and delicious. Would 100% recommend this spot. Overall A hidden gem! read more

Ruthcliffe Restaurant - Shrimp Marco - Italian Near Me - Isle La Motte, Vermont

A lovely gem. The all inclusive price is fair, the portions are substantial and the setting feels like you're going back in time. Bread and butter, Cream of Broccoli soup and house salad with red wine vinaigrette dressing to start. Quiet, peaceful, relaxed. We dined outside on the covered porch. Service is prompt and attentive. Gratuity included on all checks at 18%. Scenic ride to get there and worth the experience. read more

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Food was outstanding. Service was quick and the wait staff was very nice. Some of the best food I've ever had in Vermont. Would price was fitting but worth every penny. Seating was very nice. Seating on a deck outside with a view of North Hero Island. Would recommend to anyone who wants fresh food that is cooked and served to perfection. Brownie sundae was good too read more

Ruthcliffe Restaurant - Brownie Sundae - Italian Near Me - Isle La Motte, Vermont

An outstanding restaurant and B&B. If you are burnt out and need to reboot this is the place for you . Have stayed at the Ruthcliffe many times to have a getaway with great food and friendly service but it is not for everyone. No tv or newspaper .It sits on Lake Champlain in the middle of farmland with a view to die for but it will remind you of a slice of the retro past. read more

A hidden gem tucked away at the end of a side road in Isle LaMotte, VT, Ruthcliffe Lodge is a great place to enjoy a fine dinner. It's also a charming, quiet place to spend a few nights - or more - away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Hosts Mark and Kathy Infante will take excellent care of you, whether you're staying at the Lodge or simply enjoying a meal in their restaurant. Chef Mark prepares delicious, in-season Italian-American fare, and each entree is served with the soup of the day, a lovely green salad, fresh bread, and complimentary sides. Dessert is extra, but definitely worth it. Kathy makes a decadent flour-less chocolate cake as well as a delectable raspberry pie. Food allergies? No problem. As someone with a gluten allergy, I can attest they went the extra mile for me, even offering an alternative soup that I could eat. (I got to have a spinach egg drop soup, while the rest of our party enjoyed cream of broccoli.) The salad is served family style, with fresh greens, red onions, radishes and cucumbers topped with Mark's homemade Italian vinaigrette. For entrees, I enjoyed the Sicilian cod, sans crouton, while my husband opted for the evening's special -- a grilled rack of lamb served with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans. Other dishes receiving rave reviews include the Parmesan-encrusted halibut and the baked scallops. You really can't go wrong; order whatever looks good to you. I doubt you'll be disappointed. Service is top-notch, and the kitchen runs efficiently. Debbie took excellent care of our table, and expertly assisted us in navigating the menu options. Besides the food, one of the best things about Ruthcliffe is the location. Stunning views of Lake Champlain greet diners from both the inside dining room and the spacious front porch. After dinner, stroll down to the dock for a closer view. read more

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Went here for our 25th anniversary. Absolutely wonderful experience. The view was amazing and we even saw rainbows over the mountain. I had the Lobster Ravioli and my husband had the Lamb. Perfection! The staff sang to us and the owners chatted. Our first time there but totally not the last! Thank you for making our night special! read more

Ruthcliffe Restaurant - boats on the water and a sailboat in the distance - Italian Near Me - Isle La Motte, Vermont

Friendly staff, great food, peaceful & relaxing atmosphere. Nice experience in any weather condition.

Never leave here disappointed. The food is wonderful, the view is gorgeous and the service is always on point!

The food and service were superb. I had the surf and turf, it was cooked perfectly. This is a great summer spot to grab a nice dinner. read more

Ruthcliffe Restaurant - Strawberry rhubarb parfait was phenomenal. - Italian Near Me - Isle La Motte, Vermont

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Amazing! Beautiful lake front setting & incredible food! The staff were very friendly. It was the best meal of our trip! Be sure to call ahead and make a reservation. It is worth the drive if you are in the area. read more

Ruthcliff Lodge? Don't think of going by car and especially boat..unless your one of the elite. I came in by boat three times for some drinks with friends and family and we were looked upon like we evaded their home Food is good but way overpriced..I am starting a new slogan locally to call it "Rudecliff" Lodge..funny thing is it is catching on.. if your feeling snobby and think your better than everyone..this is your place read more

Location location location! Accompanied by very nice food and lovely staff. Reservations and a sat nav recommended to get here.

We have been visiting Ruthcliffe Lodge and Restaurant for many, many years on our trips back east to Vermont. The food is always good and the lake view is fantastic. If you spend the night there, breakfast is included in your room rate and breakfast is terrific too. The waitstaff is friendly and Mark and Kathy make a great team! read more

Waitress messed up most of the orders. Ordered the surf and turf the shrimp scampi had no flavor, was basically pre-cooked shrimp put it in butter no spices, no bread crumbs, steak was tough. Way overpriced for what you get! read more

If I could give this less than zero I would. My parents went there and were excited about going. They ordered the surf and turf and the steak was not eatable. Tough and chewy. The staff did nothing about it. The dessert was even worse, raspberry pie and barely a chunk of ice cream. Save your money and go to McDonalds read more

We went to dinner for my sons graduation, the seafood fettuccine Alfredo is his favorite. It was excellent, but the lemon chicken was extremely sour and I had to send it back. I had ordered a chocolate cake (two weeks in advance) for my son thinking we would get a homemade chocolate cake given the quality of the food there and we were very disappointed when the waitress brought out a one layer chocolate cake from the grocery store and was going to charge $32.00 for it until I told her I was disappointed and she dropped the price to $10.00. This use to be a favorite for us but it will be a long time before we go back. read more

My wife and I visited Ruthcliffe Restaurant on her recent birthday. Another superb meal. Tha Rack of Lamb special is a wonderful treat, and the soup and salad are always a part of the meal. Great seasonal restaurant overlooking Lake Champlan. read more