Tourterelle

We drove up from Albany, NY to meet friends visiting from out of state. We both agree that our…read moreexperience was so good, we'd make the trip again just for us! The food was delicious, using high quality ingredients, and the portions were generous. We started with waldorf salads and enjoyed the cranberry chèvre chicken and Thai haddock, savoring every bite! Dessert was flourless chocolate cake and ice cream. A perfect meal! The staff was lovely and helpful. The menu includes multiple gluten free meals so everyone could enjoy dinner!

Excellent food and people. Wonderful ambiance. They had escargots! Rarely get to have them and they…read morewere really good! They also introduced us to a local brew...a Scottish ale from Drop-In Brewery called Heart of Lothian. Liked it so much we looked for it at the local supermarket and bought a few. Highly recommended!

Split chicken breast entree- this and the Waldorf salad were delicious. Our server was so kind also! Best meal I've had in months!

Cheesecake

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The most beautiful, intimate setting!

Leunig's Bistro

4.0(936 reviews)

26.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

44 years in business

I wanted this to be special. I wanted it to excel. It let me down in so many ways. Five people,…read morefour appetisers, two wine and one beer, and four main courses. I was lured here because someone said it was better than Bistro de Margo; it was not. Service was good from the server and poor from the bus boys and kitchen. The kitchen failed in many ways. Could I give it fractional scorse it would be 2.6. The server was good and had a phenomenal memory to take all our orders with no notes. Wow! The three appetizers were delivered out of order. One came. Fast forward 20 minutes; the remaining two came out. The appetizer dishes were never cleared. They hung around until we decided not to have desert! The appetizers were underwhelming; how can you screw up a Caesar salad? The main courses disappointed in many ways. The dishes were serverd luke warm. Mussels were dehydrated on top of the heap and obvioulsy sat under a heat map. The steaks were cooked well but accompaniments were cold, cool, or barely warm; take your pick none were appetizing. The plates were stone cold which didn't help. Finally after dinner was served and eaten and plates cleared for deserts we did not order the remaining plates and debis were cleared from the table. Not good. Not professional. Not worth the money. The wines were good. The beer was good. Dinner came to $275 plus another $60 tip. It wasn't worth it. There is clealry issues in the kitchen and staff. They were simply not into it. I would not come back. If you want a French dinner look elsewhere or just don't try that in Burlington.

Lovely little place in downtown Vermont…read more I came here with my girlfriend for our celebration. We had a great time. We went late and so we got their reduced price menu (last hour). It was very reasonable. We ordered an entree and two apps. Everything was super tasty and served quickly. I look forward to coming here again!

Confit Duck & Cassoulet

Leunig's Bistro - Mediterranean Pasta Salmon, Roasted Red Peppers, Sundried Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Spinach, Cavatappi Pasta with a Feta Parmesan Cream

Mediterranean Pasta Salmon, Roasted Red Peppers, Sundried Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Spinach, Cavatappi Pasta with a Feta Parmesan Cream

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Bistro de Margot

4.5(129 reviews)

26.2 mi

From start to finish, this was a 5 star experience! Food - excellent! Service - outstanding!…read moreAmbiance - cool and modern! Going to start with the service first. Our server, Gibelle, was professional, welcoming, and provided us (along with her team) a smooth dining experience from start to finish. She also made sure that there was excellent timing on service throughout the meal. The food was outstanding. My husband ordered Steak Frites. I had the Tartelette de Champignons. Both dishes were delicious (I got to share a bite of the Stake Frites) The Tartelette was rich with the medley of mushrooms, beautiful pastry crust, and a rich blend of of eggs and cream to hold it all together. For dessert we shared Mousse au Chocolate and Taste au Citrion en Verrin. The only downside was we were so full, we could not finish them, The space is open and light with tables spaced out and benches around the outside. The whole space was clean, modern and airy. This is the sort of restaurant I would come back to Burlington just to have dinner here! Yes - I would include this restaurant on my "I would drive out of my way to eat here" criteria.

Decided to try French cuisine while visiting Burlington. And definitely didn't disappoint! From…read moreambiance, to food and excellent service. Waiters were very polite and attentive. Chef came out every time we dined (came back second time since everything was so delicious). Tried steak frites which were delicious. Had the best ever lamb chops ( they were so tender, juicy) Desserts were amazing.

Paris Brest

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Violet macaroon

Chez Henri Restaurant & Bistrot

3.4(38 reviews)

14.2 mi

For anyone who would like to experience their Disney fantasy, and dine with Remi from…read moreRatatouille...please stop by Chez Henri. You will be met with a warm welcome, overwhelming smiles and your drinks, just... Ahhh ...hit the spot. ( if you got this far and couldn't sense my sarcasm... well that's on you lol) We waited an hour and forty five minutes ( we had made reservations well in advance).... And only received our "pre appetizer". Please don't waste your time, especially if you are hungry. I think they would have been better off if Remi the rat ( well for accuracy, a mouse in their case) cooked the food. Credibility would have been at least sub par. P.s the staff called the mouse "Harry" in case you wanna stop by and say hello while you wait an hour plus for food Cheers

This is our absolute favorite place to eat when we are in the mad River Valley. It's a wonderful…read moreplace to bring well behaved children who have a curious palate as you can expose them to wonderful dishes, such as escargot, bouillabaisse , frog legs, and other French classics and they aren't bombarded by an American children's menu full of chicken fingers and plain pasta. The food is delicious and very French and so is the decor and ambience. He won't get anything like this in America. It makes you feel like you're in Paris or Montreal. Our favorite dish is the Buz. I only wish they had online reservations, but other than that, it's my favorite restaurant.

Bernard.

Magnifique.

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Ski legends supped, drank and partied here.

The Left Bank

4.8(22 reviews)

59.1 mi

Fantastic food, service and atmosphere. This is, by far, the best restaurant in southern VT…read more Everything we ordered was perfect; white truffle risotto, tomahawk pork chop, sweet potato vichyssoise, carrot cake. Wow!

Wow. Best dinner I've had in Vermont in a dozen years. Had a reservation with a friend, but decided…read moreto eat at the bar. John was a consummate professional, expert mixologist and all-around great server. Food was amazing- pate, cassoulet, and cheeses, with perfectly paired cocktails, wine, and port. Don't miss, but save a seat at the bar for me.

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The Left Bank Cafe

4.0(124 reviews)

50.0 mi

Pricey but good food. Very bad service. We were seated on time but it took 30…read moreminutes before our drinks arrived. Another 45 minutes or more before dinner finally arrives. I had to go and find the waiter to order dessert and then another search later to get the check. After another 15 minutes I had to go inside and stand visibly at the bar so I could get the transaction completed. This was for a dinner over $125. Ridiculous.

Overall, this was a fine place to get dinner. We came in about 40 minutes before the stated closing…read moretime with 3 people, and asked if they had time to serve us. They said they did, and we pretty quickly ordered. We started with the cheese plate and two of us happened to get the special of rabbit meatballs with pasta. The cheese plate was pretty good with a really nice Bri cheese. I felt the rabbit meatball and pasta dish was peppered to a pretty extreme level. My boyfriend got the chicken with pastry and said it was also fine. The ambiance was really nice, and I think if we weren't showing up at the last possible moment it would have been a slightly nicer dining experience.

Beautiful inside!

From the street...

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From the bridge.

Cafe Provence

3.9(174 reviews)

21.2 mi

Not at all impressed. The duck breast should've had flavor, and less gristle. Overall the food was…read moresimply bland, but if that is your thing it's ok. The service was grouchy. We asked only to sit not in the direct sun and they put us in the direct sun, then were salty when we asked to move. They remained gruff and unpleasant. We tipped decent anyway, but will not return.

Like most things in the area, kitchen closed early. We learned that the previous night when we…read morestopped in around 9pm for a bite, but learned the kitchen had already closed. The bar was open till 10, and I should have read the signs then. The bartender refilled a ladies espresso martini drink with another shaker filled of espresso martini in the same glass. Hate that. Then refilled a whiskey on the rocks using the man's same glass that had melted down ice in it, added more ice, and then poured the whiskey, and the pour was way off! The bartender looks up and says you know what you want? No hello, no basic, how can I help you? My husband says, hello, yes we wanted to order something to eat. She very curtly says kitchens closed and walks away. OK then. Without many options in the area, we came next day for an early dinner. This time on time! The kitchen was open! My son got the kids pepperoni pizza. It was soaked in oil. Not edible. I ordered the clam chowder. It was more like salt in a bowl. Horrendous. I could not take more than one bite. My daughter ordered a burger medium with cheddar and fries. The burger was burnt, bun was stale and fries tasted old, like they had been sitting under a heat lamp. My husband got the salmon served over polenta. Bold choice! He was served salmon over potatoes. Salmon was under cooked and flavorless. Food was super slow to come out, two other tables that got there well after us were served before us. The bartender was the server for the restaurant, same women from the previous evening, and seemed completely overwhelmed and inexperienced to be running the bar. She did her best to be attentive, but just couldn't manage by herself. There was a sign in the window about looking for servers, so clear they were understaffed. We left nearly all our food on the table, sadly, made no complaint, paid our check and left. Won't be back but wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Needs much improvement! Board games in the space were well maintained. My son enjoyed those.

Event room and our dining area

Beef Bourguignon

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The Woodshed On Park

4.9(33 reviews)

64.3 mi

The ambiance is delightful especially sitting at the bar and indulging in a crafted cocktail by…read moreEmma. Also pasta night was excellent starting with the appetizer and finishing with a delicious ice cream dessert. The staff was attentive and helped in serving and removing used dishes making the evening feel special. Thank you.

The food was AMAZING!! The decor is cozy and fun. We walked in as a table of 5 and were able to be…read moreseated immediately. The service was quick but we waited over half an hour for the food. HOWEVER it was worth the wait. The drinks we ordered were called "Rose punch" I believe. It had rose strawberry and ginger in it and it was superb! They had an open with alcohol (gin) in it though we didn't try it. I loved the shirts they had for sale as well so I had to leave with one

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Chateau on the Lake

3.9(256 reviews)

44.4 mi

We visited for dinner during a recent trip to Lake George, making reservations for our party of 8…read morein advance. The location was ideal - right on the water and near so many cute shops in town. We were a little early for our reservation, so we explored the back for a bit (our reservation was inside). We enjoyed the picturesque landscape and beautiful lights illuminating the yard - this would be a lovely spot for a party or even a small wedding. Inside was also lovely with quaint decor; I particularly loved the simple seasonal hydrangeas on the table. There was a little confusion with our reservation at first, but after sorting that out, we were seated at a comfortable table for our party. Not surprisingly, the menu focuses on seafood and fresh ingredients. We started with the graham cracker encrusted calamari, which was a unique take on a classic dish that worked well! Very crunchy and refreshing. For my entree, I went with the crab-stuffed flounder, which was delightful. I enjoyed the risotto accompanying it and the fresh sauce and arugula. A filling but not stuffing meal that was high quality! Our dining partners all enjoyed their meals as well, focusing mostly on their seafood options. We split a bottle of white wine, which paired nicely with all our entrees and starters. We did not get dessert, and I did not pay for this meal, so I cannot speak to the after dinner menu or the prices. The ambience was excellent and the food was delicious and fresh, so I would definitely return on future visits to Lake George, hopefully sitting outside next time!

Despite it being almost an hour away, I chose Chateau on the Lake to celebrate my husband's and my…read moreanniversary (which OpenTable did communicate, thank you). I had every expectation that it would the perfect setting for a quiet dinner with a lovely view, exceptional cuisine and attentive service. Unfortunately, for a restaurant of this caliber, they did not meet the mark. Let's start with the good stuff. They have a parking lot which is really appreciated in Bolton Landing, NY. We were warmly greeted at the door and wished Happy Anniversary. We were seated on the porch (our choice of tables because there was only one set of two diners in the restaurant at 6 p.m. on a Sunday night). Off to a good start. I commented about the pretty dress the hostess (at least we assumed she was) who seated us was wearing. A sweet Jamaican gal who goes by "Skinny Girl" offered water and chatted with us (we recognized her Caribbean accent and asked her which Jamaican parish she was from). She was more attentive to us during the evening than our waiter, Owen (he was clearly overwhelmed handling tables on the porch as well as on the patio outside). To his credit, Owen was honest about the crab legs and we were grateful. Service was slow, from drinks to getting the bill. What really rattled our chains is that the hostess in the pretty dress visited diners at every table on the porch - sometimes more than once - except us. We felt ignored. Our drinks were very good. The specialty of the house (a cucumber concoction) was actually the signature drink at our wedding. My husband enjoyed it. My Blood Orange Martini was delicious, albeit $18 which I thought was more like NYC prices. Appetizers were good. I ordered the Escargot which was served on puff pastry with a light cream sauce. Delicious. My husband's Grilled Clams did not look to be grilled at all, and swimming in what appeared to be the same cream sauce as my Escargot which, because he is lactose intolerant, was a concern. My husband's Chef's Choice steak was strip steak, cooked rare as requested, and served over truffle mashed potatoes with asparagus spears on the side. While pricey st $65, he was pleased. I ordered the venison, rare ($41). What was served to me were 2-1/2 small medallions of which two were rare and one was seriously well done (could not eat it). Spinach was on the side. I would have loved some of the yummy truffle mashed potatoes that accompanied my husband's steak. Again, with no one paying attention to us, by the time our waiter came to check on our food, my husband was already finished with his meal. So Owen's offer to return my overcooked venison to the kitchen was not an option. I packed my dinner to go. We asked for an order of churros to share and two coffees (the espresso machine apparently wasn't working). The coffee was old and barely lukewarm. We asked for replacements. One would think that the kitchen staff would try to make up for their two errors and at least provide us with fresh replacements. Nope. They probably microwaved the first two cups. I did not drink mine. This restaurant claims to be rated among the top 100 in the country. We certainly expected better service and care worthy of their New York City prices. I've worked in the hospitality industry for over 40 years and would never disrespect customers like that, especially when they chose my restaurant for a special occasion. So yes, I was disappointed. Would we give Chateau on the Lake another chance? We have so many wonderful choices in Saratoga and Albany (which would have been the same distance). Maybe.

Porch seating

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3 Squares Cafe

4.4(208 reviews)

6.1 mi

Everything is great here. Friendly staff, phenomenal food and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!read more

Great place for lunch or breakfast. Had a really good Tuna Melt; quite tasty and filling. Some of…read morethe best fries ever! Interior had plenty of comfortable seating. Friendly service. Will return!