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    Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub

    3.9 (452 reviews)
    ModerateSteakhouses, Seafood
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    WINDJAMMER RESTAURANT & UPPER DECK PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Sirloin au poivre
    Sue B.

    Would recommend this south Burlington spot. Lindsey R was my server and she ROCKED! This adorable older couple near me gushed to her at the end of their meal about how great her service was and I agree! I was originally led to a table on the upper level and it was VERY bright (early bird special vibes - not that there's anything wrong w that). I asked if I could sit in the lower level. Typically that is mostly 4 person booths, but there was a half booth available to my delight. I had a draft beer (Hill Farmstead!), margarita, and a glass of Chianti (recommended by Lindsey) to go with my steak. Food Oysters - 4 oyster are $14 (the 4/14 on the menu made me think there were two size options - lol). Very decent. Sirloin au poivre - cooked well, nice cut. Spinach and frites listed on menu are part of the sauce/toppings, and it comes with choice of a side. Cheers in

    Asian salad
    Meghan S.

    Windjammer is always good. I go with a group once in a while for lunch. They are great about seating us, food is pretty consistent and staff is friendly. Parking is never an issue and they can handle large groups. I see a lot of the same staff so I think they are treated well which is important to me. I think a lot of people think of them for the special occasions (birthdays, anniversaries etc) but I honestly tend to go only when someone else suggests it. I find since the salad bar went away the value isn't as good. For example ordering a chicken breast or steak you get a starch. It used to include a trip to salad boat (which no longer exists). I understand the cost changes and staffing issues, but give me something green on the plate. Steamed broccoli or green beans or sautéed zucchini. For a steak/seafood restaurant I would expect a more balanced plate. Now you can pay extra for a side of veggies to balance out. That being said I have found my go to for lunch. The Rueben is good, and I love the Asian and wedge salads. $14 without protein, but still is satisfying. They are also one of the places adding a kitchen service fee of 1.5%. I wish it was just built in to cost of food since it's not an option.

    My wife's dish, a prime rib sandwich. She said it was very good. The Au Jus sauce was amazing.

    I strongly suggest the bacon wrapped scallops. My wife got the French onion soup as an appetizer, and I got the scallops. Although there's nothing wrong with the soup, it was just not our cup of "soup". We sat at the bar with two bartenders on the upper deck. The one older gentleman should be fired. But the local patron seemed to really like him that's probably why they had a second one to back him up. I do not ever order shepherds pie when I am out for dinner. Simply because I run into more bad than good versions of my favorite dish. I have today my hats off to whoever cooked that shepherds pie. I dare say the best one I've ever had. As far as the bacon wrapped scallops, they are in a close contention for my second favorite ones ever. The restaurant, including the bathrooms, were very clean. I would appreciated the fact that all the workers, other than the older bartender, were great.

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    Henry W.

    My friends and I stopped by Windjammer after a swim practice. We were deliriously hungry and enjoyed the food here. Our waitress was friendly and funny, and the unique environment made the dining experience memorable. We all got the prime rib, which was a little chewy for me but overall solid. The appetizers were great and there are many options.

    Tony D.

    Professional staff with outstanding food and good selection on the menu. Nice nautical theme but a bit noisy atmosphere. Enjoyable and recommended!

    As you can see a great time was had by our whole group!

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    Always good food and dirty martinis! Huge Nachos, Wonderful extra crispy buffalo wings, prime rib.

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    8 months ago

    Lobstercargot, prime rib, creamed spinach were all very good. Nice ambiance and good service.

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    We eat here regularly. Excellent customer service. Very good selection of appetizers, main course, & cocktails!

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    Menu was very varied, with many good choices. We were a body of six and all of us enjoy our food very much.

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    2 years ago

    The go to spot for birthdays in our family. While the upstairs is not casual and the apps are meh, the downstairs restaurant is top notch

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    Food was fantastic. Service was good. Very friendly host staff. Amazing liquor, wine and beer selection.

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    This place was extremely nice they have both a restaurant and and upstairs bar the food was really good loved the prime rib I had.

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    Ask the Community - Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub

    Will the salad bar ever reopen? Traveling to Burlington for a wedding and want to take the family!

    Hi Lisa, We will not be opening the salad bar again. We are actually in the process of planning to repurpose it as a wine bar. Hopefully you will still come see us, as we… Read more

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