Stopped in to Vyne with my father on the way to see some family. Located in a classic New England building, but with a modern interior, they offer a good ambiance for a night out with friends, family, or a date. The outdoor seating was perfect on a mild summer night. They offer a solid cocktail list - I had the smoked Manhattan. The menu had a variety of tasty options, many with Italian influences. I went with the diver scallops & risotto, and Dad went with the pork chop scarpariello - both were quite good. Service was timely and friendly. read more

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I would not be able to recommend this restaurant after our one and only experience dining there last night. My husband and I are in the area for a weekend getaway and wanted to find a nice place for a date night. We chose Vyne after looking at their menu, which appeared elevated and unique. Pros and Cons below but the spark notes are: Nice atmosphere, good service, bad (and expensive) food. Pros: *The atmosphere is nice. Slightly elevated, beautiful decor, very nice bar area, and the outdoor area is a vibe. *Service was good. Our waitress was kind, efficient and helpful. *Our cocktails were great. Delicious, not wildly overpriced, and fresh. Cons and the reason why I could not recommend going to this restaurant: Overall the food was wildly disappointing, especially at this price point. We paid (with tip and 2 cocktails each) $250 for food we couldn't finish it was so poorly cooked and prepared. * Surf & Turf appetizer (24) - interesting and fresh spring flavor but the shrimp (a main component of the dish) was overcooked. * Scallop entree($44)- Scallops were not cooked well. They were very rubbery, chewy and bouncy. I left two on the plate. The flavor profile was also heavily oil. * Side of Mac&Cheese - now, I have NEVER not finished mac&cheese, it's my absolute favorite food and a treat for me to order. This mac&cheese was so bad that we had 2 bites and didn't finish. For a $9.50 side I would expect something interesting. Maybe a baked dish? Or three cheeses? Anything than what we got - which was shell pasta (undercooked) and a cheese sauce (similar to a Velveeta). There was also a strange aftertaste, almost like a spoiled milk. Besides that aftertaste there was absolutely no flavor. * The Filet Mignon ($52) - maybe the most disappointing of all our dishes with a theme of badly cooked and no flavor. Asked for it cooked medium rare and closer to the rare side - it came to us as a solid medium. The steak didn't seem to be seasoned at all. No flavor. The potatoes had no crisp and absolutely no flavor. There was a generic BBQ sauce on the plate. With no salt and pepper on the table (on purpose with the expectation that everything would be flavored perfectly) it made absolutely no sense to finish a dish that we could make better at home. A truly disappointing meal that we couldn't finish, paid $$$$ for and had to stop at fast food on the way home from because we were still so hungry. I don't review often but I needed to because this is an expensive restaurant for what it is, and I want to make sure people know what they're getting into. Maybe we just went on a bad night, but we won't be going back to find out. read more

Five stars for the food and the atmosphere, but two stars for the service. I made a reservation but still had to wait 20 min to be seated (while the dining room was half empty). I asked the waitress to help us take a family photo. She said she was busy and would come back later. She came back at the end of the dinner after we were almost done eating. My husband was taking a call outside when we got water. After he came back, he never got his water. We didn't get water refilled for 2 hours of dining. The food was fantastic. Fish was fresh. Pasta dishes are delicious. Plating is elegant. The place is beautiful. stone building. Waterfall outside. Gorgeous decors inside. Good vibes. read more

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Stopped in here with the bestie for brunch the other day before I left for a cross country road trip and I have to tell you, I am obsessed with their brunch. We ate upstairs and kicked off with some drinks. I had just an espresso martini, but wow! It packs quite a punch and is delightful, perfectly made. We split some crab benes that were beyond scrummy and then I got huevos rancheros as my main dish. The eggs they make here are absurdly delicious and I highly recommend them. Since I was also having an 11 hour drive ahead of me, I was able to order an iced coffee to go which was FABULOUS. Our server was amazing in bringing me this and he deserves a raise. Don't sleep on this brunch ct foodies. You're missing out if you're not brunching at Vyne. read more

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We decided to stop at the Vyne on Good Friday . I haven't been to this location in about two years. For an appetizer, we have the wings they were very tasty moist done perfectly. For entrées, I decided to have the salmon. The bartender didn't ask how I'd like it . It was a little overdone and dry. It was just OK . My husband had the linguine clam casino. That was very tasty lots of clams, nice size portion. The last time I was at the Vyne I really enjoyed it. It was more fine dining. This time it was quite casual. The atmosphere is pretty. The service was just fair. The music was quite loud . There was four people sitting at the bar and there was three bartenders, but they were talking with each other they really didn't go out of their way to help us. It definitely didn't feel inviting. read more

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This place tries to sell you wagyu when it's a normal strip steak for well above $100. Pathetic. It ruined me and my parties night with what was supposed to be a night of celebration where everyone was excited to try wagyu. I don't get why anyone would try to do that. It's too bad because it's a nice place. read more

We came here for brunch on a rainy day (of course). We were hoping to sit outside but the weather wasn't working with us so we were seated inside. There's no service which is honestly probably a good thing lol. The food was so good the egg benedict was delicious and the mimosas were a hit as well. The tiramisu was delish too. Would definitely return! read more

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Not the restaurant I remember - food still tastes good though! Was greeted by the entire staff starring, not a great start. Felt rushed out, barely checked on, won't be back. read more

Great service. The lighting was beautiful in the bar area. Our mimosas were flavorful. Unfortunately a lot more attention was paid to the bridal and baby showers happening around us. Not much of a brunch menu, which was the reason we went there. read more

It had been a while since we last visited Vyne, but decided to try it again after hearing the menu was changed up and there were new chefs. It was a total win! Love the creative options on the new menu, like crab Rangoon dip for an appetizer, and the Italian entrees and steak were all delicious. Our server, Maddie, was friendly and attentive! We will be back again soon! read more

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Great place. Service was top knotch. Drinks and food were over the top. Our server Andrew even wrote down his classic margarita recipe for us. Highly recommended. read more

Really enjoyed the food at Vyne! The main dishes were a highlight and made for a great dining experience. Everything we ordered was enjoyable, and I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu. read more

I've been to Vyne for dinner, brunch, and a couple of parties. The food and drinks are always delicious and the service is always great. They never disappoint! read more

Very classy restaurant and everything was delicious. A perfect spot for date night with your spouse or a place to impress business customers or partners. read more

I've come to Vyne for a wedding, for a company holiday dinner, and for my birthday and all three experiences were incredible. The space is elegant, the food is out of this world, and the service is 10/10. Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Love the seasonal menu. You gotta try it. read more

We had a 7 pm reservation. We were not served until 8:15. Nice cocktails - delicious bread - crab cake appetizer delicious - salads were fresh and flavorful- chicken Marsala delicious - chicken parmigiana was a disappointment- spaghetti was overcooked to the point of mush -chicken served lukewarm- the person at the table next to me had it and it looked delicious and I was really hungry so maybe not a good choice. Nice desserts. Fair prices. Not sure if I would go back - the wait time was not acceptable read more

Drove from New Haven area to Middlebury to look for new brunch stop. Reviews were enticing so we chose Vyne. To begin with, the signage in the huge parking lot was confusing. Had to make two loops before finding the bar entrance (never did find the main entrance). Our server, Trevor, was pleasant and courteous. The drinks we ordered (Bloody Mary and Sangira) were the worse we've ever had. The bloody Mary had little if any tomato taste and the red Sangria tasted like Welch's Grape Juice. The meals (short rib Benedict and spring bread) were definitely not worth writing home about. Big disappointment. We won't be coming back. read more

Everything was five stars! The food was absolutely delicious, the service was friendly, attentive, and professional, and the ambiance was warm, inviting, and beautiful. From the moment we arrived until we left, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back. Highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an excellent meal and a great atmosphere. read more

Event Space Open House Experience (2023): BACKGROUND: Vyne Restaurant & Bar is far more than what the name suggests. Originally the site of the successful family home furnishing business -- Middlebury Furniture and Home Design-- the Yimoyines family has morphed and expanded their vision to meet more community members' needs. Starting as a side cafe for customers to relax and refresh from decision-making, the furniture store has been moved, and the multiple story shingle-clad building has been modified to support three event spaces. Periodically the spaces are prepared for an open house to allow potential customers to better envision what the site has to offer. EXPERIENCE: The open house was announced on Vyne's Facebook page. Although I'm always curious to learn about the Yimoyines family's expanding enterprise, I looked to attend this event to scout out a potential new site for an annual award event. Three event spaces were set up, and two Vyne event coordinators, Susan and Kendall, were prepared to greet guests and explain the event hosting pricing, options, and thoughtful scheduling policies (no overlapping weddings). Trays of different types of pizza and flutes filled with champagne were served, as well as spectacular cheese, cured meat, fruit, and vegetable platter displays. Several potential vendors, including O'Roarke & Birch Florist, Picture This Entertainment, and the Pink Flamingo Party Company, displayed their products and provided information. I was happy to be able to report that the ground floor option would meet our award event criteria, but was most impressed by the dreamy setting Vyne offers for weddings. There are many locations on site that invite spectacular photo backdrops (e.g. bridge) and props (e.g. lacy iron garden chairs). Especially unique is a bridal suite that overlooks the grounds, allowing the bride a bird's eye view of the unfolding day and a quiet retreat. One thing that has always impressed me about Vyne is the family's active involvement with special events and interaction with customers, so it came as no surprise to find Dean and Linda Yimoyines mingling with visitors. I enjoyed opportunity to speak with Dean to learn more about the family enterprise, as well as express my appreciation for having such a venue in the vicinity of my community. TIP: Definitely encourage event planners to add Vyne to your list of potential sites! Look to find next open house on their Facebook page, or contact one of the event coordinators -- Susan Stocking and Kendall Purdy. read more

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I'm on vacation visiting friends who brought me here. Beautiful building, location, ambience, decor, lighting. The food and drinks were both amazing! I had the "usual suspect" cocktail, sooooooooo delicious. For appetizers we got the whipped ricotta w/tomato jam and the roasted vegetable. Entrees were also Amazing. Staff was so helpful and friendly. I even met the owners who happened to be working and they were so sweet and welcoming! If I lived here this would be my go to dinner spot!!!!!!! read more

Vyne is the most beautiful restaurant I've ever eaten at! The patio is breathtaking, and you feel transported away to somewhere on the European Countryside. Waterfalls, statues, immaculate grounds, twinkle lights, and the most comfortable seating. This particular night, we joined Stacey and her amazing friends for Caribbean Night. Chef Phil never ceases to amaze me! He and his staff are very talented, and everything is always so fresh, flavorful, and spot on. Tonight was no different! This restaurant is by far one of my favs!!! The owners are always so nice, Stacey radiates grace and kindness, and the staff is knowledgeable and kind. read more

Vyne Restaurant & Bar - pork shank - American Near Me - Middlebury, Connecticut

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Excellent food! One of the best meals I've ever eaten, swordfish melted in your mouth.

This is a location with delicious food. Great service! Pristine location with a curated backdrop. Transported across the globe just stepping on to the premises. Truly a lovely place. At Vyne you feel exceptional! If a picture is worth a billion words see the smile! read more

Vyne Restaurant & Bar - This is definitely a place to bring that someone special !! That smile....Worth more than a billion words!!! - American Near Me - Middlebury, Connecticut

1st: the room (main dining) could use some updating, it had an off odor, not offensive, just off & oldish style... 2nd: service was top notched 3rd: love the wine selection 4th: way too much soy ... way too much... however, the chief made adjustments & the dinner was ( steak & pasta ) The room is disappointing... all the rest was just fine! read more

Beautiful restaurant, fantastic food and amazing service. The staff is amazingly upbeat and welcoming. Very knowledgeable about the menu and the vineyard they get their house wine from (tranquility vineyard) located in Middlebury just up the street. The portions are generous and the meat is always cooked exactly how I like. Love this spot for a date night or taking my family out for a nice dinner. Highly recommend trying Vyne for your next night out. read more

I can walk to Vyne from my house. Yet we don't go often. I always thought something was lacking. Because it was a few years since we last went we decided to go. Man they upped their game. The inside and outside of the restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. They have a nice patio area with great water features and mature landscaping. I would recommend eating outside on a nice day. It's very relaxing outside. So the menu is a mix of Italian and American Favorites. They serve steaks, seafood, pastas, salads and everything in between. The drink and wine list is extensive. What I can appreciate about their wine list is that they have some very affordable options. I got a few glasses of the Pinot Noir for $12. Not too bad. For the main course we ordered the calamari, penne Ala Vodka, NY strip and the short ribs. Calamari was really good. Nice and perfectly crispy. The two sauces are a nice touch. I always prefer marinara since I don't like to dip fat in more fat. Penne Ala Vodka was my kids dish. It's creamy and rich in flavor. While I don't think they make their own pasta it was still a very tasty dish. The NY strip was also perfectly cooked. And with two sides that it comes with its not a bad deal at all. Is it in the same competiton as a Capital Grill or a Flemings? No. But it can hold its own. Short ribs was the only negative of the meal. It was a bit too salty. Maybe in the slow cooker for too long? It was definitely fall off the bone tender but too salty. Didn't get to stay for dessert. The family that owns this restaurant has not been sitting on their laurels. You can tell the effort that they are putting in to create a polished product. I appreciate being so close to this restaurant. For all you people looking for a first date restaurant.....this place is it! read more

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Another visit to this breathtaking venue! They knocked it out of the park, once again! The bites and sips were delicious! So many options for every palette. Highly recommend their homemade Sangria! The staff was constantly helpful with whatever we needed. Only posting a few photos so that you can see there is always something blooming at the Vyne! read more

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My husband and I decided to visit Vyne for a Saturday, impromptu lunch. We hadn't been there in a while, but were pleasantly surprised when we decided to have lunch there. We sat at the bar and were served by a very pleasant , and affable young man. , the bartender named Andrew. He introduced us to a new feature for Sat./Sun. A Brunch menu offered until 3 PM. We thoroughly enjoyed our food/wine choices. The food and conversation impressed us enough to return in the not too distant future. Brunch menu available on Sat./Sun. read more

I was excited to check out this place early afternoon one weekend. They have a private lot and although it was packed (I guess maybe for a wedding and possibly also the other restaurant?), there was plenty of parking available. Inside was much smaller than expected, but still nice. I was in time for brunch and was really excited to order the Huevos Rancheros, but when I asked for no cheese my server pointed out that the empanadas come with cheese, so I didn't get it (and serious props to him for calling that out for me!). Instead, I went for the duck confit egg rolls and Curry Butternut Salad with blackened chicken. The egg rolls were unimpressive; they were super, super fried and when I took a bite it reminded me of what McDonalds nuggets used to be like. I had significantly higher expectations for $22. But, my salad was lovely! The curry vinaigrette was stellar and the chicken was great. I'd absolutely get this again. read more

I enjoyed my meal very much. But it was such a bizarre experience. First off, this place is huge. And it's not terribly clear where the entrance is. The decor is confusing. It's somewhere between cheesecake factory, and The Inn At Pound Ridge. I won't give a long winded explanation as to why my review is 3 stars, but it comes down to the service. Our waitress was perfectly average at the start. And quickly devolved into one of the worst I've ever had. Her presence was non-existant after we placed our order, and so was the glass of rose my grandmother ordered. I don't think I've experienced apathy on this level at a restaurant of this price-point, and it was truly disappointing. Service aside, my food was excellent. I got the pineapple salmon, and it was killer. The sushi appetizer was 6.5/10. It didn't really make a lot of sense, but I enjoyed it, even if $38 is a bit of a stretch for an app. The cocktails were really good too. I orderd an old fashioned and a Manhattan. And I actually received them. Which is always a plus. Even if it took an excruciating amount of time. If our server would've been on her game, we would've ordered another round or 2. I thought overall, it was good. Even if the quality of the food was overshadowed by less than mediocre service. I want to say I'll be back to give it another shot, but I'm not sure. $250+ tip, for poor service at a nice restaurant is not something I take lightly. read more

I really wanted to like this restaurant (again) after hearing about this new chef but I honestly don't think it was worth the money. First, Wine selection (glasses) were very average and very overpriced. Second, let's coach the staff not to call their guest "buddy" (I can get that at local pizza place). Third, I had the NY Strip Special priced at $48 and it was very chewy and barely warm...it needs to come out spitting at you on a hot plate. On top of all that it is extremely loud and tables competing to be heard on top of the wedding dance floor on the floor above. I get it that there is alot of cost in this place but there are choices people will make when the value and service cant keep up with the experience. read more

Not as good as in previous visits, will not return. We went on a Friday afternoon for a late lunch, ate in the dining room, there was one other small group there at the time, they were finishing up their meal. Our waitress smiled but was not happy to be there , service was very slow, I have no idea of what other duties she had but we waited a long time for everything. We finally saw our food on the warming tray, by the time we got it, it was lukewarm at best. The lamb gyro was sloppy and had very little meat, the mussels was salty and tiny, the pear salad had too much dressing. The grilled cheese sandwich was good. We did share our thoughts on the food with the waitress. read more

Everything was spectacular during our visit. We went for our anniversary. The food was very flavorful and tasty. The food came out quick and was hot. Service was fast and attentive. Definitely look forward to returning. read more

Vyne Restaurant & Bar - Short Rib Foatbread - American Near Me - Middlebury, Connecticut

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Last night's Glenville Wine Dinner was so much fun and informative at the same time. I really enjoyed learning about all of the pairings and why they pair so great with certain types of foods. Of course, the staff at Vyne is always top notch and the ambiance is amazing. If you haven't been- this is your call to action. I can't wait to see it in the spring as well. For the wine dinner- we started with Crispy Potato Latkes with Dill Cream, Smoked Sturgeon, Osetra Caviar, Quail Egg and it was paired with Chardonnay. Up next, the Roasted Tri Color Beet Salad with Dried Cherries, Almonds, Goat Cheese, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil paired with Pinot Noir. Loved the shell it came in. Third course was Organic Free Range Chicken and Cacio E Pepe Sauce with Sundried Tomatoes Served with Ravioli paired with Petite Syrah. This wine was my favorite! Fourth course was the Porcini Dusted Colorado Lamb Chop with Sweet Potato Risotto With Crispy Fried Artichoke Hearts paired with Cabernet Sauvignon. And last but not least- the Chef's Dessert at the end was a chocolate lover's dream come true :) Thanks again Chef Phil! You are so talented and you always make us laugh. Thank you! read more

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Scallops unreal. So delicious. Loved the arugula ravioli underneath. Went perfectly with the light butter sauce. Zested Lemon on top blended perfectly. $44 a bit steep but very good. Bread at the table was delicious. Rosemary? hints and a lightly whipped sweet butter. Nice wine list. I recommended the salmon to my boyfriend for I got this dish last time I was here a bit over a year ago and loved the maple blended with the couscous/risotto it was over but they changed the recipe a bit. Risotto was cheesy this time and was a bit rich. Would have gave Vyne a 5 if it wasn't for that change (he said salmon a bit dry too) and prices are high. Beautiful grounds though and I loved my meal. read more

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Food, service & ambiance A+! For AP's we had Brussel sprouts, arancini and a butternut/curry salad. Our entrees were tuna, and chix Milanese. The desserts were great - almond joy torte and apple crumble w/ice cream. Everything was delish & presented beautifully! read more

Early dinner around 4:30. Food was delicious, fresh, good portions. Bolognese was delicious, like grandma made it for you a few minutes ago. Wine list is extraordinary and service was on point. Place is clean and pretty updated inside. Will be back when in area read more

I recently visited Vyne for the first time to celebrate a friend's birthday and I was blown away by the wonderful experience that we had. We had a rather early dinner reservation and we were greeted so warmly by several members of the staff and given our choice of where we wanted to sit, the dining room or the lounge. We ultimately went with the lounge because it was more our vibe and we loved the overall atmosphere. I went there knowing that I wanted two things, seafood and steak, so we ordered shrimp cocktail, lobster bisque, and oysters on the half shell to start. We originally wanted the seafood tower but that wasn't available but it worked out well because we would have been too full to finish our entrees if we had gotten it. The seafood was so fresh and the bisque was some of the best I've ever tasted. I had the 8oz center cut filet mignon with whipped potatoes, grilled asparagus and truffle butter for my entree and dare I say, the quality of this steak rivaled some of the best steakhouses I've ever been to. The whipped potatoes were so creamy and I found myself dipping forkfuls in the truffle butter which had the most wonderful umami flavor. The service was fantastic overall. Someone in our group accidentally broke their cocktail glass and they took it away and made a whole new cocktail for him. Everyone was kind and they were constantly checking in to see how we were doing. It was such a special evening and I can't wait to come back! read more

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You really can't go wrong w/this gem! The property inside & out is gorgeous. The outdoor space offers a cozy ambiance w/a European flare. The interior offers several options for events from a milestone birthday to a wedding. The main dining area is so warm & inviting. I assisted w/planning an 80th birthday luncheon in Oct & it was such a lovely time had by all. The food, drinks, staff were all amazing! We used the downstairs space which had its own bar, bathrooms & entrance w/white linen for the table & family style food. I just went to an event & had just the same wonderful experience. I highly recommend this restaurant for a nice night out or any event needs. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Great food and atmosphere. I went for brunch this past Sunday foe the first time and it was excellent. Grilled shrimp on a spinach salad was delicious. Mimosa and bloody Mary flights were great and gave a little bit of variety. We sat at the bar and the bartender was nice and accommodating. Will definitely be back soon! read more

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