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    Very delicious with fresh and local ingredients! I had the whole roasted Trout, We will definitely be back!

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    Great food friendly staff and atmosphere. Try the roasted potatoes. They are out of this world.

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    Restaurant A La Fontaine - Melon and blue cheese appetizer

    Restaurant A La Fontaine

    4.6(14 reviews)
    55.8 mi

    My friend and I were looking for a place to stop by for a dinner. They have their own parking right…read morenext to the building which makes it quite convenient. They were able to take us with no prior reservation which was great! Really authentic ambiance, it feels like the place has been there for a long time. The staff is very welcoming and friendly and spoke both French and English. The menu also was in both languages which was uber convenient. We went with combo dinner that included (1) a choice of an appetizer, (2) a soup or small salad, (3) main course, and (4) coffee/tea. The pricing for the whole thing was very affordable - 38 to 52 Canadian dollars which is a steal if you are in the US. The desserts are at extra cost - 7-9 Canadian dollars... Both my friend and I enjoyed our food. The highlight was the melon with blue cheese appetizer - very elegant and eclectic dish that doesn't compare to anything I tried before. The rabbit leg with prune sauce was also unusual and a must-try. Definitely coming back when I'm in the area next time.

    Sadly, this place seemed well beyond its expiration date. The word "tired" comes to mind. The beef…read moredishes were non-descript. Onion soup was just OK. The vegetables were boiled to insipidness. Our waiter was up-beat and very attentive, describing the menu in glowing terms and making a valiant effort to raise our dining experience from the dead. But when you're dead, you're dead. We really wanted to like this place as a friend, who knows food, had recommended it. He enjoyed a meal there several years ago. I hope that they rediscover their glory days.

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    Restaurant A La Fontaine - Bar area

    Bar area

    Restaurant A La Fontaine - Shrimp entree

    Shrimp entree

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    Michael's On The Hill - open lobster ravioli--Michael crams a whole lobster into this dish!

    Michael's On The Hill

    4.5(301 reviews)
    34.7 mi
    $$$

    A palette-pleasing panoply of plated perfection, Michael's On The Hill puts "epic" in epicurean…read more The Farm to Table restaurant offers fresh local delights, served with carefully concocted condiments that complement--but never overwhelm--the thoughtfully selected appetizers and entrees. The delectable dishes more than make up for the limited number of offerings; there's something for everyone at Michael's On The HIll. My partner and I visited Michael's On The Hill on a Saturday evening in mid-March; we reserved a table for two after we finished skiing at nearby Stowe. If you want a table during the high season, reserve it early--space is limited. Andrew greeted us at the door and after escorting us to our table, handed us off to Heather, our server. Heather is a Professional Server and it shows: Throughout our two+ hour meal, she was available but never intrusive and conversational but never too familiar: She's worked at Michael's for more than two decades and knows the menu perhaps better than the Chef--her recommendations were excellent: Rather than pushing the highest-price menu items, she suggested dishes based on her knowledge, experience, and guest preferences. We started with the local Artisinal cheese plate--three generous cheese selections accompanied by apricot chutney, sweet red grapes, pickled vegetables, candied walnuts, and toast points. The balance of sweet and sour was superlative; the appetizer presented tastefully on a cured wood bark platter--two or three people can pick their favorites and mix and match flavors. The tasteful teaser was a trailer for the main attraction. For entrees, I had the Maple Glazed Duck Breast with Cider Duck Glace accompanied by sweet potato hash, Orange and Arugula salad, and roasted baby carrots; my partner had the special: Beef Bourguignon on top of a cheese polenta with sauteed spinach and a delightful Mirepoix ("meer-PWAH"). Beef Bourguignon is a classic French stew of tender beef braised in red wine--hearty, flavorful, and filling, this French dish is perfect after a long day of skiing. Executive Chef Hess' flourishes transformed the traditional dish into a magically delicious medley of complementary flavors. The duck was cooked to perfection: Soft, warm, and tender on the inside with a hint of smokiness--balanced nicely by the maple glaze and the cider glace. The sweet potato hash was actually small, sweet potato "cubes" mostly hidden below the citrusy salad. When I finally forked the sweet potato cubes, they'd soaked up the cider duck glace, detonating a cluster bomb of flavors in my mouth. We paired the smokey duck and stewy Beef with a succulent bottle of Andrew Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, whose rich cherry-cassis notes and silky tannins enhanced the sauces and spices of our entrees. Micheal's wine list reads like a Great Novel--long, engaging, occasionally intimidating. Here's where Heather re-enters our Micheal's meal story: In addition to letting us taste an alternative or two from already-open bottles, her familiarity with the menu made our decision much easier. Finally, because I just can't say no to Tiramisu, we were presented with a generous slice of sponge cake soaked in espresso (beans cured down the street), layered with whipped Moscarpone cheese, topped with cocoa powder. We cherished a couple bites and asked to take the remainder home (by the way, Tiramisu is part of a healthy breakfast). Yes, Michael's On The Hill is pricey--with a 23% percent tip, our meal was about $275--but every bite was worth it. Find out for yourself.

    A really lovely upscale dining experience. I came here with my family and it was the perfect way to…read moreend the day. The restaurant is in a farmhouse and it feels like it, the interior is so warm and inviting with beautiful views of the Green Mountains. Everything is farm to table and seasonal, and you can tell each dish is made with real care. I do wish they had more vegetarian options, but it feels good supporting such a wholesome local business. If you're heading to Stowe or Waterbury this is right in between and a must stop. Easy parking and great service!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    Michael's On The Hill - Summer Squash dish--very rich!

    Summer Squash dish--very rich!

    Michael's On The Hill
    Michael's On The Hill

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    Leunig's Bistro - Filet & Lobster Tail

    Leunig's Bistro

    4.0(951 reviews)
    59.2 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    44 years in business

    Had a perfect event in the private room upstairs last month…read more We ordered from the gold party menu and guests could choose from: steak frites, salmon, chicken, or scallops. They added in the pork a an additional option. Service was outstanding from the bartender and his helper. We had one meal come quite a bit after the rest, but that was the only true hiccup. They were super helpful in helping sneak in cupcakes for my bosses birthday surprise, and served those alongside the cheesecake. I'd definitely book another event there in the future.

    I ordered the filet medium well, but it came out medium rare. By the time our server came back, my…read morehusband was already halfway through his meal. She took my steak back to the kitchen, and my husband decided to wait for mine to come back before finishing his--until I finally insisted he keep eating because it was taking forever. The steak was replaced, and this time it was definitely WELL done, but honestly, I preferred that to medium rare, so I ate it. The other issue was our table on the patio. There was what I assume was an AC vent above us that kept dripping onto the table. I ended up having to move my plate and drink out of the way so they didn't get dripped on. I'm generally pretty patient about things like this, but between the steak, the long wait for the replacement, and water dripping onto our table, it just wasn't a great experience overall. On the bright side, my husband said the pork chop was good--so there's that.

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    Leunig's Bistro - Confit Duck & Cassoulet

    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

    Leunig's Bistro

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    Junction - Tomahawk steak!

    Junction

    4.0(117 reviews)
    52.7 mi
    $$$

    Absolutely amazing, everything was perfect…read more Our first dinner we sat at the chefs table and Chef Nicole was awesome at explaining the dishes and interacting with us. She and Patrick have a seamless kitchen and was very interesting to watch. My husbands filet was perfect and the pork tenderloin was juicy and paired exceptionally well with the sweet potato hash. The next night we had the cheese board, all local VT cheeses and the accompaniments were delicious. The scallops were clean and melted in your mouth like butter. I had the chorizo pasta and the flavor was delicious. Desserts were perfect and the cookie at the end made for a great late night treat. We left very satisfied and was probably some of the best food we've ever had. Thank you for such a great experience!

    Mediocre at best.. the bread basket was average .. think Panera…read more The yellow tail crudo was doused in so much sauce that it was 100% lost My "local chicken" was a statler breast (my favorite) that 100% was "sandbagged" (kitchen term for pre cooked and held) there was no skin on the statler chicken breast.. when I asked why they said: : it usually does but sometimes when we get it the skin falls off and we can't put it back on" Ok 30 plus dollars for chicken breast? Then don't serve the ones where the skin falls off, have some standards. Otherwise the chicken was dry and the promised adobo sauce was nothing more than a somewhat tasty broth .. no hint of what makes an adoba and adobo And the carnaroli rice with seasonal veg was rather mushy rice with some large dice carrots and 2 small bites of broccolini

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    Junction - The dirty station we were sitting in front of

    The dirty station we were sitting in front of

    Junction - Grilled hanger steak

    Grilled hanger steak

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