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    Small Talk

    4.5 (17 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    Whiskey flight + Naked and Famous cocktail
    Alison C.

    Our 2 evenings hanging out at Small Talk were the highlight of our trip! I also do not think we are alone in that assessment, as it seemed to be THE spot that tourists, locals, and industry folks all headed to after dinner. The bar was cozy, cool, and really innovative with its beverage list. There were creative cocktails, new takes on classic drinks, interesting wines, and local beers. Plus, the staff was incredible! Harry, Dan, and Julian were our bartenders during the two visits, and they were a joy! They really engaged with the customers and were also clearly passionate about their craft. Lastly, every patron was super friendly and welcoming, which established a familial vibe. A few of the items that I tried were the Naked and Famous (cocktail with mezcal, Aperol, yellow chartreuse, and lime), a Margarita, an Espresso Martini, and a flight of whiskeys/ryes. Everything was excellent! Small Talk was such a cool place, and I just wish it was more conveniently located so that I could go there more often!

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    Summer L.

    Small talk is the perfect small-town cocktail bar. It is frequented by many locals but also a favorite of visitors. It is the best place in woodstock to get a great cocktail and to enjoy some small talk :). It really is. And it doesn't hurt that it is in the center of town, with a great view of the mountain and the village green, in the coziest little space. They make an excellent Last Word, a fantastic Espresso Martini, and also try the Village Green, which is their invention and is delicious. They usually also have Maine Beer Co Lunch on tap, and they have a great wine selection including a wonderful crémant for those who want some bubbly. Also some fab little snacks to have with your drinks (no entrees- just olives, nuts, cheese boards, etc). And Mark, Dan, Harry, and Julian all are fantastic behind the bar, so you can't go wrong, whenever you visit!

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    Mercedes C.

    From the beloved Shindig restaurant in years past and ¿Que Lo Qué's? short-lived stint, comes Small Talk- a cocktail bar on Tinker St in Woodstock. The original bones are still here- down to the rustic, turquoisey, scalloped wall frame. The light-color plank wall is now black, the few booths are upholstered in black and the counter is done in wood and marbley stone. This is the complete opposite of the previous two and rightfully so. Our girl Sheena(sp?), had to double-check on mixture and recipe for our cocktails- but she mixed and stirred like there's no tomorrow. Our drinks were refreshing and average between $15-16- but several touches of strength were needed. We also ordered a cheese board made simply and nice to have. These folks offer the classic cocktails- but if you want a specialty drink, ask if they have the ingredients and they'll hook you up. Small Talk is done right, has all the signs of a cozy vibe. The old school Reggae+Indie playlist and an overall wonderful and chilled ambiance put the cherry on top. I wish them much success and hopeful they don't get up and leave. This is an easy-going spot where you somehow wind up talking to the person next to you- whether it's small talk or not.

    Old fashioned
    Hando E.

    A sweet cozy/intimate spot for anybody to come through and have refreshing drinks and some bangin' food. A big plus is that their kitchen is open later than most and they come with some certified hitters, we got the Mac and cheese and some kielbasa. A perfect combo and great portions. The MAC came with some type of "bean salad" and could not have been any more complimentary to the meal. An even bigger plus were the drinks AND service. They do a great job of being attentive but not hovering over you even in an intimate space. Harry also made one of the Top 2 MEANEST Old Fashion's I've ever had, Respectfully!

    A very cool hole in the wall, well stocked and with a menu of interesting cocktails. Nice vibe at the bar seating.

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    Great place for a low key intimate date night. The drinks were amazing. Services were on point.

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    What a disappointment. Super cramped quarters, too loud to hear your drinking companions without shouting, and rude service.

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    Quaint yet trendy bar on a corner in Woodstock with strong cocktails and bartenders that are great at their craft.

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    Sonder - Ham and cheese toasty with wine and mushroom toast

    Sonder

    4.4(42 reviews)
    10.2 mi

    This was my second visit to Sonder, a total gem in Kingston. The first visit, we tried the…read morecornichon burger with tots, and the second visit was because I was craving that burger, this time with fries. It really is incredible. Juicy and fresh, and the cornichon touch instead of pickles is perfect. Last time was the dead of winter so we were inside with the disco balls and fun table candles that are a melted concoction. It's very clean, and in the winter the walls were dark green, and this time they were light green. Because of the amazing weather we sat outside, and the waiter Remy made sure to find us a spot that was perfect for our table of two. The string lights and fans were fantastic additions, it felt transportive. We always have the best experience with the servers, and this time it was Remy who was a refreshing delight. Fresh from France, he knows the wine and helped us make the best selection. He's hilarious and real, and so fun. I love the descriptions of the wine on the menu. Give it a good read, it's very entertaining. Pair it with the burger and a glass of vino, and you're set for a great night.

    Had such a wonderful meal here. The menu is small, but every dish was so beautifully complex and…read morespecial. Every bite was a surprise, like, oh I didn't know this could taste like this. The restaurant had such a good welcoming energy, I wish this could be my local. Still dreaming about that beeet dish.

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    Sonder - Artsy interior shot featuring chef de cuisine Hylan

    Artsy interior shot featuring chef de cuisine Hylan

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    Matilda - Sourdough and butter

    Matilda

    4.2(22 reviews)
    18.0 mi

    The place is really nice inside. They did a great re-make. The bar menu is really limited as…read morewell as the dinner menu. I would like to go back but they have so few options it's not fun or interesting. Yes the food is good. I wish I could get the "full" menu at the bar. I like the fact that you see food you don't see anywhere else up here and it is quality and well prepared. What really bothers us is that you must order everything up front. This is really unacceptable. My wife and I like to order appetizers with appropriate wine and then see which way we are going. Yes I understand it's easier on the kitchen but comm on: you only have three entrees!!!!! The bartending couple that work there are knowledgeable and professional. The wine is not kept behind the bar bit strangely kept on a table outside the kitchen. Really awkward. That being said we would like to go back but will not due to the aforementioned reasons. It's a shame this place could be great.

    The space is phenomenal and we came here for a birthday group of 6 and we enjoyed the ambiance a…read morelot. That's probably my favorite thing of Matilda's I would definitely be going back for. We tried the prefixe menu and added on bread and tuna compote which were not a part of the prefixe. The bread was great and the tuna compote was lacking - I feel like it was just two crackers with tuna overpriced. The whiskey business was my favorite drink- it reminded me of the secret menu item, whiskey business from dear Irving, an amazing bar in nyc. They had interesting wines and they didn't have any open bottles for us to try so when we did buy a bottle it was much said that we would need to pay for it even if it would be bad so we just bought the bottle without having an option to try. Usually in fine dining restaurants you'd be able to try it regardless and see if you want the whole bottle. Prefixe time A few of us ordered the Wagyu steak and the Amish chicken (recommended by the staff). The only pescatarian who was also the birthday girl got the fish! The fish wasn't bad but had bones and was cold. One of our friends also had a cold chicken dish when mine was hot. We had a very interesting mix of temperatures going on as there was only one chef that night so some of our food turned out really cold which we did not expect. We brought it up to the waiter but nothing was done after we mentioned it so I feel like this definitely is not fine dining at all. We ended up heating up our Amish chicken over the candle and I feel like nobody really paid attention or cared that the food was cold. The Wagyu steak was over salted but I definitely think the Amish chicken was the best thing we got but it was not like worth the price point we paid. We also ordered dessert and I think that part tasted pretty good. Overall it's just ok. I feel like they could do better on service and their food temperatures. Their cocktails are great!

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    The restaurant

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    Ombra - Tea and homemade cookies

    Ombra

    4.4(26 reviews)
    48.1 mi

    Ombra -- Subtle. Seductive. Memorable…read more When you are a wine afficionada you seek out the best wine bars wherever you go. Welcome to Ombra in Lenox, MA. Lenox has some really cool spots and Ombra is one of them. Recommended by a local, we stopped here on Valentine's Day after our dinner for a nice glass of wine. The place was crowded but luckily a few people were leaving so we scored some seats at the bar. I ordered a glass of Nebbiolo from Italy which was good. My husband had a beer. The place is so cute and very romantic with dim lights, a great wine selection and their food looked so good. Unfortunately, we were so full that we did not end up ordering anything. Although, the french fries were calling my name. Ombra is a place that I could see us coming to almost every week and not getting tired of it. We met a local who is very nice and told us how Ombra is very popular. I think we will have to come back in the spring/summer to get those french fries :) If you are ever in Lenox definitely make your way to Ombra for a nice glass of wine or try a cocktail. This is the perfect date night spot for sure whether you start or end your evening here, you will be happy! Cheers~

    Nice cozy tavern, not a lot of seating. Pretty good drink selections, as well as food options…read more Service was quick and very friendly, I sat at the bar and was made to feel like a regular despite it being my first visit, definitely won't be the last. Food and drinks were delicious and reasonably priced. I had the Birria tacos and the yogurt/naan platter. I will absolutely be back to try more!

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    Bar area

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    Shishito peppers and green beans with chilli crisp

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