Taps just WAY over delivered in terms of my expectations. My husband and I adore the VT Farm to…read moreTable scene and I reserved a spot at Taps when I noted some decent reviews, local farm partnerships (by local I mean within town and within 15 miles) and some stand out menu options. They were voted 2019 #2 Best Restaurant in the Rutland area and I think they were robbed. My husband began the night by choosing a menu option that allows customers to buy the back of the house staff a round of cream ale which causes them to erupt in kitchenware percussion and celebratory hooting. The Potato Leek soup was velvety and delicious. They served us the best fried Brussel Sprouts that I have ever eaten. They were crispy, well seasoned and the aioli was also good but they didn't even need it. I am not much of a drinker but their specialty margarita was so well made (and strong) that had I not already gotten quite precious after the first one, I would have ordered another. My husband liked the cauliflower, squash mac and cheese special. My mushroom ravioli with capers and cream sauce were also delicious. We finished up with a house made lemon-lime cheese cake. Usually, citrus is not welcome in my dessert. I prefer chocolates, cookies and caramels in my cheesecake. I want to know that my Diabetic Ketoacidosis Emergency admission to a backwater hospital was well earned. However, it was delicious. The service was friendly and unpretentious, in my adorable, slightly drunken state I became absolutely thrilled when one of the waitresses was publicly gifted with a Plague Doctor Squishable (look them up). I ordered mine in September and cannot wait to receive it. I felt an immediate, margarita and plague doctor inspired, affinity We'll be back

Service is prompt and friendly and the musical ambiance fabulous. We love the regular bluegrass…read morepickup on Tuesdays as well as all the music week long The menu REALLY needs a refreshing. Yes, there are a few nightly specials but the regular menu has hardly changed in years. The food is good, but as regulars we are getting tired of the offerings and coming less as a result.

Amazing food in a super casual atmosphere. Loved this place ! Four of us ordered different…read moreentrees. All were total perfection. Obviously made with care and attention to good ingredients and prepared perfectly. Huge portions with enough to take home for another meal. Generous side salad at an extra, but fair price. Hot rolls with butter. Pasta dishes were amazing and the scallops were plentiful and cooked just right. Friendly service and fun, but rustic atmosphere. If you want fancy dancy go elsewhere, but if you want down-to-earth folks doing a great job providing excellent food go here !!

Another hidden gem!…read more Tucked away at the north end of Champ's Campground & RV Park, Champ's Corner Restaurant serves up a variety of homecooked meals in an intimate casual laid back atmosphere. The light background music from Frank Sinatra Radio plays over the speakers, relaxing and not too loud. The dining room has a homey feel which is decorated which is dimly lit with plenty of old framed pictures on the walls, antiques, a few holiday lights, a couch next to a lighted angel, and a concrete floor. There are a few tables for large and small parties, a high top table and seating (6 high seats) with flatscreen TV and QuickDraw monitor at the corner bar. The menu offerings include appetizers, soups, salads, pasta dishes, chicken, steaks, seafood, desserts, soft drinks, beer & wine, plus a children's menu (12 & under). They also offer daily specials and the prices are fair. Each meal is prepared fresh to order. After driving back home from the North Country, I stopped by Champ's Corner Pub & Grill for dinner, at a campground of all places. I took a peek at the specials board near the front counter and took a seat at an open table. There were two large parties of older folks already enjoying drinks and dinner and a couple sitting at the bar. The server walked over with a menu and took my drink order (ice water). For a starter, the Wedge Salad ($7.95 plus tax), had a crisp iceberg wedge, topped with bleu cheese dressing, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon bits, chives and cherry tomato slices on each corner of the square plate. This wedge was a good sized and very good starter salad. A warm dinner roll with butter was served too. For dinner, I ordered the Baked Halibut Special ($22.95 plus tax) served with baked potato with butter & sour cream, fresh steamed green beans and lemon wedge. The halibut was a good size piece, thick, soft and flaky. The baked potato was very hot, already topped with butter, sour cream on the side. The green beans were nice and firm. I finished my big plate of food, but I had to pass on dessert. The check was $33.06 with tax and before tip. Overall, an excellent dinner with adequate service. I did have to wait a bit (12 minutes for the wedge and another 15 minutes for my dinner entree) since there was a large party that just ordered dinner as I arrived for dinner. I would definitely recommend stopping in here for a sold good homecooked dinner.

Always my go to place for a healthy, locally sourced, and relaxing dinner…read more They have really good steak and duck if you want some local cuisine. I definitely recommend this place if you're in the area.

A shell of its former glory…read more I grew up hearing my parents rave about this place, they were nearly regulars a few years ago at their old location. I tried my brothers steak and we both agreed it was the most unique tasting steak we'd ever had in a bad way. My mom ordered a dish that came with rice and it seemed as if it was a type of quick/instant rice and her meal wasn't enjoyable. She said the quality went downhill from previous years. I ordered the duck, and I could hardly cut it, it wasn't tender, it was extremely chewy and the flavor was almost tasteless and what I could taste wasn't good. The sides were better than the duck sadly. My little brothers got burgers and fries and I will say the fries easily best the rest of the food with their salt and skins still on. The prices are steep and are comparable to other "fancy" middle tier restaurants, another side note all of our dishes for 6 people came out within 10 minutes which says something. I wish our experience was different.

I recently visited The Railyard Taproom & Restaurant for a date, and it was a wonderful experience…read more The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy good company. The food tasted amazing and was clearly prepared with care and quality ingredients. Our waitress, Keara, was one of the best -- very friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. She truly made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend The Railyard to anyone looking for great food, great service, and a nice place to spend time with someone special.

The service and food were overall great!…read more We got: -Classic Conductor w/ fries (sub veggie burger) -Great meal! Fries were awesome!! -Freight Train w/ added mushrooms + fries (sub veggie burger) -Just the kick I needed! LOVED the added mushrooms! The fries were awesome!! -Kids spaghetti w/ marinara + garlic bread -Really good pasta!!! Garlic bread was okay- it was a bit bland. Ambiance was great!! We'd love to come back and check out the taproom next visit!! We would recommend visiting The RailYard if you're in the area!

The burgers here are amazing (in my all time top five). The chicken sandwich is so large we…read morejokingly call it Birdzilla. This place is a hidden gem for sure.

Incredible local brewery! I stopped here on my way to…read moreVermont and not only do they have great beer offerings but they have a full menu of homemade food. This place has such a homey vibe and you feel welcome right away. The staff greeted my boyfriend and I and walked us through all of the beer and food offerings. I wish I was hungry because their food sounded incredible! We tried several of their beers and really enjoyed them. They offer lots of different styles and you can order a flight of four, which is great. My favorite was the Pumpkin Ale. They also have several different local wines available. We'll definitely be back to try their food and more of their beers!

Foliage trip to VT brought us to Country Girl in Chester, VT. We were lucky to make it in because…read morewe arrived at 1:50 and they close at 2pm Wow, what a treat it was to visit this location. I first heard of Country Girl after watching Chronicle approx. 2 year ago. The whole experience was awesome! We ordered drinks immediately after taking our seats at the counter. I had a pepsi and I had to order a vanilla milk shake to go! My wife had water and coffee. We wanted to get our order in because we felt like the staff was nice enough to let us in that we didn't want to stall them from getting out at closing. My wife had grilled cheese with tomato soup. I had a burger with fries. My wife was thrilled with the soup. She said it was the best tomato soup she has had in a long time! My fries were excellent. home made and tasty! You can see in the pictures that the diner is set up with booths and a counter top. I am told that they are busy year round. I can see why because the food and service is fabulous. The staff was so nice and welcoming! Price: fair Parking: plenty of parking in the lot Vibe: great music...welcoming Would I come back again? Yes, I would love to visit in the summer on a beautiful warm day! 5-stars!

Can I just say... we had the absolute best cheesesteak here. It happened yesterday, and I can't…read moretell you how many times my best friend and I have brought up the cheesesteak in all its unforgettable majesty today. Is it weird to form such a strong bond with a sandwich?! The bun was toasted just right, perfect ratio of meat, cheese, veg.... Shoelace fries on the side... sigh.... We will most certainly be back. Please tell the cheesesteak I'll be thinking of her.

Solid food, service was very friendly and responsive to all customers. Its very clear that this is…read morea friendly community that knows and respects each other. The ambiance was cozy. Country music, stuffed deer heads, warm lighting. Classic.

The Wheel in is a located in central Vermont, The Wheel Inn, is a cozy breakfast and brunch spot…read moretucked away in Benson. They serve great dinner food as well! Upon entry, I was immediately seated by the inn's friendly staff. This American restaurant offers a wide range of dishes, from hearty burgers to delicate salads, catering to all tastes. I had the pastrami quesadilla for my entree! It was excellent and satisfied my hunger! Don't forget dessert, the Wheel Inn offers a variety of delicious pies. I had a slice of the Maple Walnut which was awesome. The dessert was huge, it spanned over two days! So if you are traveling on VT 22A, the Wheel Inn is worth the stop!!

Great food, great service and great atmosphere. I would recommend this restaurant to anybody…read morethat's looking for a really good breakfast.

We stopped by early for breakfast, only one person was working. She was the waitress & cook, my…read moretoast was really burnt I was never asked if I wanted a refill on my coffee. I did notice they sell homemade pies to go as well sweatshirts.