What amazing culinary experience in the mountain. The food is absolutely top-notch - every single detail details is handled to perfection. This is like Manhattan top restaurant standard. Such a great find in the middle of the mountains! The restaurant itself has a vibe of modern farm house, kind of a mixture of old and new. The food itself is truly impressive. We had citrus salad, broccoli salad, mushroom soup, and pan roasted half duck breast for main dish. Everything is cooked to perfection! Broccoli salad has many beautiful layers of flavors and textures, duck breast is one of the best I have had in recent years. read more

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We had read the great reviews and decided to give it a try. So glad we did!! We got there at 5 o'clock which was good timing. By the time we left the restaurant was full! We were greeted with a warm welcome from the hostess and waitress. The ambiance is cozy rustic feel with beautiful chandeliers. I love the big fireplace! Now let's get to the food! Definitely order the mussels as an appetizer! They were so delicious! I loved the broth so much I literally had it like a bowl of soup lol For dinner I got the cod with shrimp. It was very fresh and sauce was creamy. My husband got the pork lion which was very flavorful. It all came out fairly quickly. We enjoyed it so much we made reservations to come back the next day!! read more

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Was able to walk in without a reservation. The VT cheese pate was delish! My son had the Duck appetizer and citrus/burrata salad, I had the sirloin and all was wonderful and perfectly cooked. Our server was a little awkward but she loosened up over time, maybe nervous? This was a very cozy place, good atmosphere. The only "miss" were the zeppoles....they need to go back to the drawing board. They were small, tough and too dense. Overall 4/5 stars! read more

This place is a very solid five star restaurant, excelling in ambiance, service, food and value. This restaurant is in the Farmer's Road Estate Inn . This confused us because it's not on "Farmer's Road" which does not exist. It's actually on Cross Town Rd. Trust Google maps on this one. Once we figured that out, we had a fantastic experience. The restaurant has a view of with outdoor dining, but we opted to sit in their spacious dining room with a good view of outside. The service was casual, but efficient -- well done. As good as the service and ambiance is, the food is the star of the show. It's obvious they have a very well-trained, experienced chef with an appealing menu. Ever the seafood addict, I had the large portion of Moules Frites (Mussels) ($21): PEI Mussels, Andouille Sausage, Hard Cider and Mustard Crème, Cajun Aioli, Hand Cut Fries. This is probably the largest portion of mussels I've ever had at a restaurant, so why it's under "Small Plates" is a mystery to me. The mussels were fresh, well washed, plump, and flavorful. The "Hard Cider and Mustard Creme" sauce was much more subtle than the name implies, which is good because I'm not a fan of either one and yet I thought the broth was fantastic. It was a tab salty to eat on it's own, but as a broth for the mussels, it was spot on. My wife raved about her dish, House Made Pappardelle with Herb Whipped Ricotta, Tomato Mushroom Ragout, Spinach, Pecan Crumble ($36). Although this is expensive for a vegetarian pasta dish, the quality of the overall dish made it worthwhile. I had to agree it was excellent with a fantastic sauce and well balanced dish. I'd also like to give a shout out for the free bread course. Excellent corn muffins came with three outstanding dipping sauces, which elevated the whole experience and shows that a bit of creativity (and generosity) can make the entire experience better. I finished the meal with a scoop of handmade chocolate ice cream ($4), which was as good as it sounded. With a bill for two under $85 (even with an $18 cocktail), I think this place was also an excellent value. read more

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Another great dinner at Sawmill Bar & Table! We came here once in our past snowboarding trip, and this is the only restaurant that we revisit on this trip. The Inn itself is really charming and we love to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail by the fireplace in the dinning room. Casey at the bar made a very delicious Vanilla Fig Martini. At the diner table, we started with Cheese board with wine, on main course my Cornmeal Crusted Cod was really tasty and hubby's Grilled Hanger Steak was flavorful. Service was great and we had a great time. read more

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We love this restaurant. The food and service are incredible and the setting could not be more charming. We feel so lucky to have this special place in the valley. read more

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We came here on Christmas Eve with a big party. The Xmas decor is beautiful and service is very friendly and attentive. We order almost all appetizers to try and they are so good and delicious. We like the duck strips and the citrus salad a lot. Entrees are in good portion and very yummy. Don't forget the dessert. Kids can't get enough of it. We had such a good time there. read more

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Food was very good. I had the short rib appetizer and mussels. My husband had pork tenderloin. All very good. The fries with the mussels were amazing! Mussels were fine. Nothing extraordinary. Everything fresh. Would recommend the place. Our server was very friendly but hung around too much. read more

Wonderful dinner. Our server, Brendon was very personable and knowledgeable. Wide variety of choices and everything we had was delicious. Our pumpkin soup, served in pitchers and poured into bowls at the table was a nice touch but soup could've been warmer. Maybe preheating the pitcher and the bowl? Regardless, flavors for butternut squash soup were on point. Overall an A++ read more

Food is all fresh and delicious. The venue has a rustic and comfortable feel to it, and the service was wonderful. read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - Belgian waffle - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

All the above - excellent service, food and bar! Highly recommend for an enjoyable evening!

I cannot give this restaurant a good review for the following reasons, but first let me say that I have over twenty years of experience in the hospitality industry. When we entered the restaurant an odd smell hit us immediately. We sat and a young lady brought over a row of what hoped to be delicacies; clearly the trio, kept at room temperature may appeal to others but not us; they had a nauseating gelatinous and flavorless texture and the like. . The corn muffins, though a nice thought were over-mixed and tasted tough and flavorless. I ordered the corn-crusted cod which also tasted tough and flavorless. Clearly a frozen product, I could not eat chewy fish. Alongside the fish came an odd puree, much the texture of baby food that again simply did not taste good. My husband had a burger and that had its own issues. The waiter was excellent and listened quite attentively to my suggestions to make this restaurant a success. When the kitchen does not work in tandem with the front of the house chaos ensues. Out of state owners do the workers a great disservice. Such owners appoint "managers" who have little to no experience, and "chefs" who allow line cooks to prepare their recipes. Lastly, how does a restaurant mess up a salad. The beets tasted like perfume and carrots; sliced and chunks in bowl no less. It is a fine building which a rich history. Shame! Shame. As we exited no one was present to say "have a wonderful evening" and the like. Sad. Such potential. read more

Great food I loved the cheese selection and the cocktails were tasty. Very fresh ingredients

On a lucky chance we were able to get a table here for our group of 9 in a private room. The moment you walk into the sawmill table you are welcomed by the most friendly people. And that would have been enough but the food and service were amazing. There is a great wine list with some great options that won't break the bank. The menu ranges from steak to cod to chicken that will just fall off the bone so tenderly. A few good salads to start as well as the "Buffalo Brussels sprouts " and the Sunday take out stir fry are all done perfectly. There are some great local cheeses to start or finish your meal. And some great cornbread with a maple butter and even a hot pepper jelly that both go so well together. This Place is just great, it will not disappoint. read more

One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. I came here New Year's Eve with my young daughters and we couldn't have had a better time. The food was all delicious- the duck entree and butternut squash soup was my favorite, and the s'mores dessert (with real toasted marshmallows) was a great way to end the meal. Our server was so kind- making my girls feel good about their special New Year's Eve outfits etc. And the ambience was so so charming- I could have sat just admiring all the woodwork and decorations all night. Highly highly recommend this place! read more

As good as it gets in Southern Vermont! Our first time there after seeing it for 40 years. New owners took over a few years ago and renovated and updated the facilities and menu. Ate here with another couple. Limited but excellent menu. Includes vegetarian choices. We had excellent cocktails pre-dinner and a nice bottle of wine with dinner from an excellent wine menu. Spouse and I had vegetarian pappardelle with tomato and herbs (excellent!), other couple had beef and chicken dishes. Superior service, relaxed and comfy atmosphere. Will definitely return for special occasions! read more

We had an early dinner. The appetizers were delicious. The duck was sliced very thin. I guess to mask the fact that it was mostly fat and skin. Before ordering the waiter Rory assured me that the hangar steak was extra tender almost like filet mignon. It was not but it was tasty. The waiter said the ganache was light and lively. It was not. it was dense, dry, and very boring. Afterward Rory said the creme on top was his fav part.. Service was good. Environment was very nice The hgher prices is not quite in line with the quality of the food. read more

Very good Thanksgiving dinner with plenty of choices ! Great service and amazing ambiance. Staff was very attentive and accommodating. A can't miss spot! read more

My hubby & I dined here this evening. We loved the warm & romantic ambiance. The restaurant Décor is rustic and modern at the same time. We were searching for a fantastic meal, and we found it. We started with the cornbread free too the table. I don't normally mention the bread, however this cornbread was so warm and fresh, I loved it! Next we enjoyed the Tortellini starter. My Italian honey thought it needed some other spice, I enjoyed it very much. For dinner, I had the half chicken, and my honey had the braised short ribs. Both of us enjoyed our meals so very much. The food was excellent! As for service, we loved our waitress; she was friendly and attentive when she got to us. However, We thought she was overwhelmed by the tables she was serving that evening. Also, the room was rather too warm and deterred from the experience. Overall, I would return and do recommend The Sawmill. read more

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Really nice spot for a splurge dinner. The food was outstanding - mussels, sprouts & shrooms best. Drinks were great. Service and ambience next level. read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - the outside of a hotel at night - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

Loved this place. Located In the back of the Sawmill Inn this restaurant is cozy and inviting especially after a day of skiing. Definitely try the many appetizers that are great to share including the outstanding mussels. The cod and hanger steak entrees were a home run. Exceptional service and ambience. Will be back again! read more

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Super friendly service, food was fantastic! Everything fresh, made on site, even greens grown on property. Setting is great, with old rustic barn doors mixed with hip lighting and a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended! We had the burger, which was a huge portion, the cod, and the pork for entrees, with mussels and the ribs to start. Everyone was sharing, because it was all incredibly good! read more

We actually ate here twice within 24 hours... that's how good it was. The burger was amazing! Staff was friendly and attentive. Loved the ambiance with the fireplace and the cozy bar. If you have time, stop at the Speakeasy downstairs, cool vibe and more casual atmosphere and food. read more

Our first visit to this lovely space won't be our last. It's a charming old inn/restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere and staff. We were greeted in a friendly manner by the hostess Kathy and quickly led to our table. Our server, Theresa, was equally friendly, attentive, and caring. Her menu advice was excellent, as was her attention to our table throughout our meal. In fact, the service team in general was totally on top of everything. Definitely a five star plus experience. We look forward to a springtime return. read more

What an Exceptional place! First impression is that there's plenty of table options to suit your mood or taste - from white linen tablecloth, through bar top to outside around a fire pit. Tonight we picked outside with the sunset. The fantastic, friendly and genuine staff (special shout out to Mattea) really made us feel welcome and special. Oh, and of course the food... Wow. At "best of State" level. It's a special occasion place, with several couples around us planning their future weddings here - and I can see why. Top notch food, service, ambiance and location... it's a real treat! read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - Corn crusted cod - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

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Is there a better restaurant in Southern Vermont? We've been here four times now. I've tried to order something different each time. Everything has been amazing. Also the staff have been great. We have two little ones that doesn't make it easy to wait on us but the staff are always accommodating and patient. Bonus points for one of the cozier vibes your going to find in Vermont. read more

Great food, great service but, all 4 of us left hungry. Literally stopped for pizza on way home. 32 dollar pasta dish and the pasta was so limited. 17 dollar iceberg lettuce salad and it was so small.... Pasta and iceberg lettuce. Two cheapest things you serve. Makes no sense. read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - The bar is not to be missed - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

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I liked everything about our experience. The staff was friends and inviting. The decor was warm and cozy. The craft drinks we delicious. I will definitely be coming back. The food was inventive and different. The cornbread flights we awesome. read more

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Have been here twice for dinner and also had Thanksgiving buffet dinner here this past year with the family. Everything is delicious! Very costly. Great ambiance - beautiful indoors and out! read more

Great place. Wish I found it sooner. Good food, drinks and service and away from the jam packed restaurants in the valley. The Duck is excellent. Really enjoyed this place. Great ambiance. read more

Breakfast is always outstanding! I love the simple eggs, potatoes and toast. My kids love the breakfast tacos. Waitstaff is friendly and attentive. We are usually there in the winter months and it always feels warm and cozy. read more

We took a chance to just show up on a Friday night. We were staying in an Inn across the way from this place. It looked amazing on the inside and we got in without reservations! The inside was so cool. The couches, the place, the seating all perfect. Everyone was so kind. The food was delicious. We started with a cheeseboard, got to when in Vermont. So good. I had the cod and my husband had a hang steak. All perfection. Seasoning was right on. You can tell it was well made food. The next day you did not feel bloated and awful but good. We loved jt so much we went back the next night and we were not disappointed! The garden tacos, the deviled eggs were great! But the mussels omg. To die for! My husband had the barbecue pork and I had the lamb bolognese all delicious. I highly recommend this place! Also they do have rooms to rent too. Next time we come back we will get a room here. read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - Amazing. - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

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I came in for a friend's birthday dinner with a party of 7. We ordered a ton of food and it was all amazing, but the service was incredibly slow from beginning to end so I need to take a star away for that. When we first got there, it took 35-40 minutes just to get our drinks and place an appetizer order. Nothing really improved from there - all of our courses, drinks, desserts, and bringing the check took far too long. Luckily we weren't in a hurry so it all worked out fine but still, there's definitely room for improvement. It shouldn't take 3.5 hours to eat dinner. read more

If you are searching for a higher end dining experience look no further! Drinks: The drinks were superb, we ordered signature cocktails and the bartender knew his stuff, even making items off the menu. Food: They start you with a slice of corn bread and butter (delicious), they have two sizes of appetizers which we passed on due to eating a charcuterie board prior to dinner. They have signature Vermont cheeses to make your own charcuterie board, seafood, vegan and meat lovers options. Our hanger steak was delightful with a delectable glaze with a couple fingerling potatoes and cream corn. Since I'm not a blue cheese fan I ordered mine on the side (which my husband enjoyed!) There was about 5 dessert options, covering ice cream to chocolate lovers. The signature dessert drinks looked amazing, espresso martinis! Service: We had a new waitress in training and she was very sweet. The manager was extremely helpful with wine pairings and making sure we had exceptional service. Atmosphere: We missed this opportunity but I'd recommend arriving early to enjoy drinks in the lounge area. It's got a fire place, gorgeous couches and chandeliers! In summer time there is in door and outdoor dining options (we were unaware of that) we dined inside. The outdoor view is stunning on the property and private ponds. Our overall experience was phenomenal. We would definitely go back to this hidden gem. read more

Sawmill Bar & Table - Hanger steak - New American Near Me - West Dover, Vermont

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We were there last month for our anniversary. We were very pleasantly surprised by the warm atmosphere, great service and of course the food. The farm to table menu seems to change often, maybe even daily although we will need to go back again soon to confirm that. My husband had the grilled salmon which he liked very much and I had the small plate of mussels frites which was not so small- this is plenty for a main course and it was made with a lovely grainy mustard cream sauce for which I requested some extra bread to dip. We didn't have dessert, but left there feeling well satiated. As I mentioned, we are looking forward to going back there again soon although the couple we had hoped to bring there will most definitely have difficulty with the stairs so we will need to find an alternative for their visit. read more

This was the best meal I've had in a few years. Certainly the best meal I've ever had in Wilmington / Dover. Fantastic service. Beautiful dining room. Great wine selection. Must stop restaurant whenever you are in town. read more

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We did not have a great experience here in April. Our waitress never told us the specials, never brought us bread, never cleaned our dishes or checked in once she brought the food. The portions were very small and the food was not served hot and this was not a busy night. There are so many other great places to choose when in this area! read more

Went here after a long day of skiing, the staff were great and told us the story of the building when we asked. The food was fantastic, as well as the drinks. Measures were in place for covid and all precautions taken. The restaurant is cute and lightly smelled of the fire burning in the corner (in a nice way). I got the steak and duck, both of which were very good, someone in our party had the burrata and it was delicious. read more

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First time here and the restaurant is very pretty. Large windows, timber framing, warm and inviting. Our server was attentive, maybe a little overwhelmed or new, but got the job done. My wife and I ordered dirty martinis with blue cheese stuffed olives. Only one came with the olives. At $23 a drink I probably should have said something but I'm not about that. We both ordered salads and thought they were very good. For entrees, we ordered off the regular menu. She had cod and I had the pork chop. Her cod was cooked nicely but was overpowered by a creamy seafood chowder it was swimming in. I think it would have been better served in a lighter broth. My chop was completely flavorless and over cooked. I had asked for medium rare and was told that they cook their pork to medium for health concerns. If you're purchasing quality meats and storing them correctly,, a medium rare pork chop shouldn't be a concern. Thank God for the apple pecan cake with vanilla ice cream. That was good stuff. read more

This restaurant is Vermont at its finest. Rustic very warm and inviting ambience. The food was an 11 out of 10. A lot of creativity and thought went into each dish. The tortellini was to die for. The cod was amongst the best I've ever had. Our waitress, Theresa, was wonderful. Can't wait to go back to celebrate something very special. read more