We stopped while visiting Woodstock. It was a Friday evening and we didn't have reservations. There were no tables inside so we were seated outside on the deck. I am Celiac, so I was questioning different items on the menu to see if they were gluten-free. The majority of the waitstaff didn't know much about whether items were gluten-free or not. They did go back to the cooks and find out. We had the chips & guacamole, and street corn cob as an appetizer. The chips for the chips and guac were mostly broken, which was disappointing, but the guacamole was very good. The tortilla chips are not gluten-free. They are made of corn, but are cooked in the same fryer as the churros which means they are cross contaminated. The street corn on the cob was excellent and we found out, gluten-free. Two of the members of our group had burritos. They were very big and well wrapped. They both enjoyed them. The rest of us had tacos. We had Carne Asada. (Excellent!), tuna (also very good) and pork (excellent!). If you don't like spice, the pork is the way to go. I ordered the chickpea and sweet potato side with my tacos. It was so spicy it was un edible. Even those in our group who like a lot of spice said it was too much and I couldn't eat it. Overall, it was a great meal. We really enjoyed ourselves. The deck was nice and I did not get sick from cross contamination. Overall, Trail Break was a winner. read more

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One of our favorite spots in the Upper Valley! They've expanded their non alcoholic beverage list and it's PHENOMENAL. Get the coconut mango limeade or the maple guava lemonade -- SO GOOD. I dream about the pineapple salsa and street corn almost every night and the shrimp and/or raw tuna tacos are to die for. Also the duck wings... oh my god. And whatever you do, do NOT leave without an order of churros. Fun, casual vibes both inside and out. Sabrina, Cindy, Alejo, and Topher are always such a joy, fantastic service!! read more

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When and if this Quechee gem is open, you'll find that it's so delicious! The trick is knowing the hours, still checking the website or calling to see if it's open and being there in the right season. We loved everything we ordered. The food was flavorful and the combinations are inventive. Take for instance the pineapple salsa. So, so, so memorable! When you are here, it feels like being inside of a beachside tiki cabana. Casual and colorful. Rad surf and ski videos on loop. There are 20 rotating and seasonal beers on tap to choose from. The seats on the upper balcony look like a fun score. Highly recommended. read more

Wow great spot! Sat outside and it had a cool deck with a lot of nice sunshine. Ok the food.. we had several different tacos and all were great. The pork and chicken were reeaaaally good. Also they had tons of specialty sodas and I need to go back for some brews but we had a long drive home. Great and friendly service. Will go back! read more

Trail Break - Tacos and pineapple pickled salsa - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

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Our first visit. With frequent visits to Dartmouth from Rutland this was a perfect stop for an early dinner. Excellent service, DELICIOUS mahi mahi tacos and at an affordable price! We'll be back!! read more

The servers wear cute hats so they're easy to spot when you need assistance. You receive a complimentary bowl of Jamaican Jerk flavored popcorn for an appetizer. The tortillas used for the burritos were extremely dry. However, they made up for this by serving the best horchata in Vermont. I wasn't too excited about the QR code receipt payment style, but it's a safe assumption they'd allow for cash payments and scan cards at the front register upon request. There is ski-themed seating outside, like a ski lift in front of a large table. It's a fun restaurant for chill eats. read more

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I think we came at an off night for Trail Break given the overwhelmingly positive reviews. When we arrived we were able to snag seats at the bar and our waitress came over after about 5 minutes. We ordered immediately (which was a struggle given their NIGHTMARE to read and navigate website menu) and waited about 45 minutes for our food, which was tacos and quesadillas (aka some of the quickest food to make). The blackened fish was tasty, as was the chips with salsa and guac trio, but everything else was just off. First off they were out of nearly every side they had at 7 pm on a Saturday night, and were out of two of their ~7 taco options. I ended up getting the chickpea mash side which was so sickeningly sweet it was like coated in maple syrup. I didn't like it at all. The other taco I got was the black bean, onion, cotija cheese and tater tot one. I don't know what I was thinking with that but I do not recommend. Super strange flavor combination. Would love to come back and try it again when they're having a better night. Giving it 3 stars because our waitress was super sweet and generous with extra chips, and the inside is super cute and welcoming and we were able to snag seats right away without a reservation. read more

Trail Break - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

Their new location next to the Quechee Gorge is great. Sweet vibe w lots of seating Tacos were delicious and the staff is fantastic! We were seated quickly and food came out fast too. Highly recommend read more

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I love the food and beer selection here. Plantains are on point! It's a great place to go when not crowded. Terrible and inconsistent hours even since they had a place in WRJ. Very friendly staff. read more

The margaritas (we had the Prickly Pear Paloma) are outstanding, and the street corn, though somewhat overcooked, was exceptionally tasty. I had the seared tacos (marinated, shaved carne asada) and my husband had the grilled tacos (shredded, spice-braised chicken). He was happy enough with his meal, and I with mine, though there were some tough bits in the carne asada. Overall flavors were quite good, and the tater tots were an interesting textural addition - though they didn't add much flavor. I wouldn't say this was exceptional Mexican or Tex-Mex, but portions were generous, it did taste like someone cared about the food they were putting out, and the service was excellent. read more

If there's anything more glorious than a literal pizza box full of chorizo nachos from Trailbreak, I have yet to experience it. And don't get me started on their tacos!!! They are so incredibly packed with meat, unlike anything you've seen before. It's gotten to the point where my husband and I will choose our accommodations when we travel to VT based on their proximity to Trailbreak. Delicious food served by friendly, flannel-clad Vermonters, all at an incredible value? Sign me up! Yes, you should go here, and yes, you should bring an appetite. Dare I say, one of the best destinations in VT! read more

Trail Break - Nachos - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

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Delectably memorable fun! Interior layout is oriented around a high-ceilinged gabled central space, with dashes of bright pastel colors throughout and big screens that were - when we dined there - all displaying loops of wild extreme sports that made imaginative conversation points. We liked everything we tried, in our case including margaritas (solidly-balanced and capably-presented) and Hillstead Farm IPAs (extraregionally rare and therefore coveted by beer nerds like us), a shared tray of nachos (well-spread, evenly-endowed, and dressed in a lip-smacking queso blend), and a jumble of stewed black bean and jackfruit tacos to follow (hefty, even ambitiously overstuffed but holding together, featuring particularly enticing salty cotija), kids' quesadilla ("nice cheese pull," our youngest announced), and luscious fried churros to finish. A slam dunk place to eat and socialize, and an easy walk to local points of interest like the Quechee Gorge and Antique Mall. read more

Found this spot open on a Monday evening and so glad we did! There was 10 adults and 3 kids, we were seated at a long table with 1 seat that was a ski chair, so cool. The vibes were so nice and warming. Great service. We started with some large pitcher margaritas. An original, a spicy watermelon, and a guava. The spicy watermelon was my favorite, so good and the perfect Spicy ness to it. The original was a tad too sweet *. The guava was good. We also got the duck wings, SO GOOD, Perfect sauce and crunch. We got the nachos. HUGE serving size, they were seriously exceptional. I am not a nacho fan, and these were unreal and I'd get them again. 2 types of meat on them. We then all got different tacos and plantains. The shrimp taco was good, shrimp were tiny. The chicken and pork was GREAT. The mahi was very good and fresh. For dessert we got the churros, so warm and fresh. But the tres leches we got was WOW. Super great. Loved this spot and would come back for sure! read more

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We stopped in for dinner and were seated immediately. The restaurant is very spacious and bright. For starters we had chips with some spicy sauce, guacamole and a pineapple sauce. There was a healthy portion of chips and interestingly enough everyone at the table had a different take on which sauce was best, personally I liked the spicy one. For our entrees we had the chicken quesadillas, steak quesadillas, and a couple of serving of tacos. The chicken quesadillas were ok, the carne Asada quesadillas were a bit dry. My girlfriend enjoyed the Mahi Mahi taco but not so much the carne Asada one. The one thing they enjoyed was the sweet plantains. Overall, I think the place was ok but I don't think it would be a place I would return to. read more

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I'm sad this place is closing soon and moving to Quechee. It's been a staple of WRJ, and I've been coming here for years. It's such a desperately needed fun and vibey place to grab food and drinks in this area, and we always have a good time. The food can be a little hit or miss--stick with the pork and beef items, and steer clear of the seafood, which is where they struggle. Skip the tuna tacos, which had too many flavors going on at once, and the fish burrito, which is bland. My personal favorite item is the left coast burrito, which tastes nothing like Mexican food, but more like something delicious your best friend might whip up in their home kitchen to cure your hangover. My other go-to is the nachos, but subbing in their delicious pork instead of the chili, which is too salty. The nachos are enormous (can easily split it between 4+ people), and they do a wonderful job of layering all the delicious toppings so each bite has a good amount of topping. For apps, I always get the duck wings, which are perfectly fried and tossed in a sweet Asian-inspired sauce. The tap list is stellar, and their horchata is also delicious. And if you're lucky and they're not too busy, their house popcorn that they bring when you sit down is also addictively spiced. The inside is so much fun with a ski/snowboard theme and an actual ski lift you can sit in if you happen to reserve the big table (I'll really miss this). The staff are also excellent. Thank you to Trail Break for giving us some amazing nights! read more

Get the sheet pan of nachos. So good the cream and spinciness is *chefs kiss* Genevieve was our server at the bar she was cool and efficient. Perfect little ski/surf bar vibes. It's cute foods good. read more

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What an amazing place!! Let's taco about it! Tacos - phenomenal Street corns - off the charts Atmosphere - dope/ trendy Service - on point Price- get out! 2 tacos and a side for $13.50, definitely a steal! Come try it out! read more

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Quite literally some of the best food I've ever had. I dream about the west coast burrito I had. The service was incredible and the place itself is so cute. I've already returned a few times and will continue to!!! read more

Trail Break - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

Went here for dinner and really enjoyed it. Sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive. Brought delicious popcorn within minutes and took my order. The beer tasted great. They obviously clean the lines. The tacos are delicious. I had the pork taco and the chicken taco with a side of street corn. The pork taco was fantastic. I would highly recommend this place. read more

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I used to love this restaurant, as the food is good, but I simply cannot support them due to the actions of the owner. I had long heard rumors that the owner was a real jerk, but these rumors were confirmed via his comments on the restuarants' page. Their comments show an insensitivity to the plight of working class and service industry people as well as a disregard for their own image as a restaurant. Insulting potential customers on social media? Doesn't get more classless than that. I wouldn't give this restuarant a penny of my money. I honestly hope they try to "clap back" at me here, because I know that's how the owner finds fulfillment in life. read more

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Vibey spot with modern mexican twists in WRJ. Huge portions that leave you full - would highly recommend ordering the nachos for the table. Only downside is that they are understaffed and service is slow, so would definitely block out a good chunk of time if planning to dine here. Overall, the staff are friendly & the food is yummy - a fun spot for a meal with friends. read more

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Made a Saturday reservation for my husband's birthday for 6 cause we have been here twice before and liked the food and beer menu. Though the second time they were short staffed . . . Imagine my surprise when I was checking out the website the day before to find they are not open Saturdays and Sundays. I was given no notice. Since they are 40 minutes away from our house, I tried to call them on that Friday during business hours to make sure website hours were correct and got no answer or voicemail. I understand being under staffed and having to cancel my reservation at the last minute but not giving us any notice when they know a week ahead of time they will not be open is bad business. read more

Listed as open on Yelp on a Monday at 7PM. Using yelp, I drive 15 minutes out of my way (in each direction) only to see people inside, with lights on, and a sign on the door saying they are closed due to staffing issues. I will never come back. read more

Dear Topher, thank you for your response but you weren't around when I was waiting. My partner is disabled and unable to stand for long periods of time. I asked the waitress for a "to go" menu. She directed me to the bar. I myself waited for over 15min. Until I walked out. Again, the food I had on the truck was delicious. But I was very disappointed in the lack of service in the establishment . Seems like you care to know about our pizza, so here it goes; It was from a gas station in Woodstock and my partner said it was great. read more

We went the 1st week open. Every dish was over salted! It was in inedible. Doesn't the chef taste the dishes? We won't go back until we hear that the food has improved. read more

Traveling in Vermont and my son found this restaurant on yelp. The reviews didn't lie! The place is very roomy and can accommodate Larger parties. It's open concept and has a very fun, trendy vibe. The staff is absolutely excellent! I ordered a skinny margarita and another bartender asked me how it was I said it was fine. He said fine? Not great? He then proceeded to add to it to make it perfect! And talking to him he said even when he's not working he comes in and works because he loves the place. I had two tacos chips and guacamole. The chips were so good and the guacamole so fresh. I had a steak taco loaded loaded loaded with steak. And the ahi tuna taco with such fresh tuna! My son had the pork quesadilla. It came with pineapple which was very unique. The only thing about it was it was very spicy. We are not ones to eat heat. The portions here are HUGE. When we return we will definitely split something. I noticed when I sat down the people next to us were splitting an entrée. Great place great people. read more

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Nasty belligerent owner don't go here. Refused to turn down blaring speaker pointed at our table. Then threatened to delay dinner to table - that included 4 children. Never ever had an experience like this. read more

Best tacos I've had in months. Every taco was fantastic! Cant wait to go back. Great beer selection also. read more

Trail Break - Carne asada, roasted pork, and blackened fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

low and slow burrito, bean nachos to share, plenty of leftovers and delicious, so so delicious my favorite still. Secret hack: ask for the nachos extra toasty, and you won't regret:) read more

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One of the best dinners we've had in the last ten years. In terms of ambiance, service and food, this was unforgettable. Family and friends and the food made it possible. We'll be coming over here again. Trail Break is located in a new building still sporting for rent signs. Even then, given the recent proliferation of restaurants, arts and nightlife in this once sedate town, parking can be a problem during peak hours. We parked by the rear of the restaurant with only two or three parking spots left available. Walking down by the side towards the front entrance, we noticed the ample al fresco area with an old ski lift chair and as well, an old gondola car as functional parts of the seat space. Several groups were having animated conversations with their dinner. Once inside, the place is airy, clean, modern, ample and friendly. We were ushered to our seats in a jiffy and our waiter, Clint, an energetic and eager server, attended us during our dinner. Trail Break is Mexican infused food with an avant-garde twist. They've taken everyday plates and turned them into culinary creations. Simple stuff like popcorn or corn on the cob become feasting items. The watermelon daiquiri is an elixir of the gods. Crab Rangoon to feast on. And tacos that transcend reality. The Ahi Tuna tacos we're indescribably sumptuous. There was not one offering that wasn't just delicious. To top it off, the waiter brought over their Churros for dessert. A little bit of Spanish churro infusion, a little bit of New Orleans beignets, a little bit of Mexican spices. Yum. Clint, our server, was amazingly helpful in explaining the culinary intricacies of this eatery. And Topher, the owner, was equally as helpful and justifiably proud of his creation. The Upper Valley has a superb addition to its culinary repertoire. read more

Trail Break - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

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This place is very good. The popcorn is complementary and a great snack. Everything was great. Would definitely eat here again. The giant quesadilla was awesome! read more

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We stopped into Trail Break while traveling through the state. Our party was 4 adults and 2 toddlers. We found the place to be busy, but the hostess was quick to get us seated. We did not drink alcohol, but the bar was busy and the drinks looked great! We ordered tacos, quesadillas, and the children's quesadilla. We also had the fried plantains and street corn. Everyone was VERY happy with their meals. My kids loved the cheese quesadilla and chips. I got the Roasted taco and the Chilled taco. Both were super delicious, very flavorful with fresh ingredients. It is obvious the owner cares about their business and wants everyone to fully enjoy their time there! If we are ever back in town we will ABSOLUTELY return. In the meantime I will be dreaming about my ahi tuna on my chilled taco. read more

My wife and I had lunch here on Saturday afternoon, the 14th of January. We both had tacos, and they absolutely delicious. We had four between us, along with the excellent black beans--plenty of food for two people. While the food was good, the highlight of our experience had to be Pete, the bartender. He was extremely cordial, knowledgeable, and great to talk with. We usually only eat at bars, and we appreciate an "on it" bartender- Pete personifies what a great bartender is and does. Thanks, Pete, for an awesome experience. ! G&G https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g57466-d13419608-r875330065-Trail_Break_Taps_Tacos-White_River_Junction_Hartford_Vermont.html# read more

This restaurant is insanely good. And the best vibe and relaxing and happy and just WOW. Not only are the waitresses delightful and the manager incredibly lovely-- the food is off the hook. It literally doesn't make sense that a restaurant in the north east has such a good sashimi tuna taco. My cauliflower taco? Yummmmmm. My two margaritas were crazy delicious- a fresh yummy guava margarita that was not too sweet. A fresh watermelon jalapeño margarita that was refreshing and fabulous. The kids had burritos that rivaled anything we get in Los Angeles. Trust me we eat incredible Mexican food in LA. Why is this restaurant so good? There's a reason there a teeny wait for the table. And the wait is WORTH IT. Oh btw the free popcorn with Jamaican seasoning? Yes. I am here for it. read more

Gringo tacos, go elsewhere if you enjoy food that tastes good. The decor is wierd, it's called trail break but it's not that close to the Appalachian trail. read more

Went for dinner two times in the last two months. Can't say enough about both experiences; we've moved from the area but know we will be back! Food was exceptional as were beverages! Excellent service, great place to eat!!! read more

I perhaps miss the old El Toro more than anyone. Took a job washing just to eat there. I mean... I worked with the new chef. But he was just an employee then! Had no idea what he was capable of. Know it will take them a minute to get their legs underneath them I see great things in their future. Send me your bill! If you're looking for good, authentic Mexican food in Morrisville? Don't hesitate. I like the old place! But the old place couldn't hold the candle to the music in the new place, and the food, while different, is extraordinary. If I wasn't afraid of putting my address on Yelp? I would say send me a bill if you're in any way dissatisfied. Having said all that, if you still are dissatisfied? Well good. More room for me I'll be dancing! read more

Trail Break - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

Another great find on yelp today! We have been coming to WRJ for years for the military but have not explored local restaurants too much, tonight we found we we missing out! Great beer selection and all of the food was great. Fun atmosphere and friendly. read more

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Incredible dinner here. Great food, superb service. Server was Brittney S, with Sara (?) the understudy. Great service ladies! Started with Duckin delicacies: six tender fried duck wings tossed in sweet + spicy maple samba followed by the most delicious taco I have ever tasted: called roasted [gf] it was sweet tender pork + pickled red onion + cotija cheese + lime crema. The second taco was called grilled: shredded spice-braised chicken + queso fresco + shaved onion. My side was an incredible chili dusted grilled watermelon. Delicious. Accompanied by my wife and my grand-niece this was a terrific evening! read more

Trail Break - Taco called Roasted. 2nd taco called Grilled. side: Chili dusted grilled watermelon. - Tacos Near Me - Hartford, Vermont

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GLUTINOUS. This place is VERY neat and brings high caliber, innovative Mexican and multi cultural plates to the table. If you're looking for a place to literally GORGE yourself on improvised, modern and COLORFUL American-Mexican, this is the spot. It's an EXTREMELY creative spread of delectable options with HUGE portions and reasonable prices. Wow. We tried the spicy, sweet, Smokey trio and were very impressed by the guacamole and salsa. They are never before tasted types. Let's talk about the chips - CRUNCHY, big, VERY salty, but wow, so tasty. IMPRESSIVE. Also let's talk about the BIG CRUSTY. It's so good you can only get it a few nights out of the week. It's moist, silky, cheese with savory and generous carne asada, slapped between a crispy cheese crushed tortilla. The textures are balanced and crispy yet tender. You must try. BUT YOU WILL FEEL LARGE WHEN U ARE DONE. You may need to take a JOG, because it made me feel like a hog. Oh man I loved it. Also also the tacos are FLAME GAME. The pork tacos are made with sweet, spicy, savory pork and we are talking about a very generous amount of protein. FEED. The only thing we were not wild about was the street corn but I'm certain others love it! Just too much sauce and char for us. Service was great and fast. These guys are understaffed like all restaurants right now but they're hustling. This place was AN EXPERIENCE. read more

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