We found our new favorite bistro last night! This French inspired bistro has it all. The food,…read moreservice and atmosphere were all excellent. The menu is diverse and different. I had the scallops and they were perfectly prepared. The lamb shank was also excellent. The wine selection is fabulous! We love it!

Overall this was still a positive experience. Now I adore French food! It is probably the best in…read morethe world if you take both sweet and savory flavors into account. It is one of my favorite cuisines to cook and eat, so I was very excited to try this place. However, the service actually outshined the food here. Our server was kind, attentive, friendly and went out of her way to make sure we enjoyed our meal. The restaurant wasn't busy that night, we were only one of two tables seated. The escargot was absolutely hands down by far the best thing we ate. I could smell it before it even came to our table! The mushroom sauce was rich, flavorful, herbaceous and so so fragrant. The snails were perfectly cooked and tender! My only critique of this dish was that I wish it was served in puff pastry rather than fillo dough. If you are feeling brave this dish is a must order! The house salad was okay. It was under seasoned. It had some pear slices and tomatoes. It was well dressed with a dijon vinaigrette. The sad part was the mesclun mix, it was old and slimy. I had to eat around the slimy bits which was gross. Now with vivid memories of the last time I had duck confit dancing through my mind, for my entree I ordered the duck confit. I took a bite of this with expectations high and was immediately perplexed. Confit is supposed to be moist, tender, decadently rich and flavorful because the duck is slow cooked in its own fat, which this wasn't. Could not have been. If I was told that this duck was roasted instead, I wouldn't have argued that it was confit at all. But then I tried to fork one of my vegetables. All the root vegetables were still hard and also unseasoned. I don't even understand this. The haricot vert were well cooked but unseasoned. The beef bourguignon fell flat. The sauce was too thin and the root vegetables were also hard on top of this dish. I loved the mashed potatoes because they reminded me of my Nonna. Hers were made with salt water and butter but not with cream so draw your own conclusions lol. The creme brûlée had me truly confused. It had a very unique texture. It wasn't rich and creamy, which comes from the use of heavy cream. It was much lighter, like if it were possible to make creme brûlée with whole milk or maybe half and half. No real discernible vanilla flavor either, definitely no real vanilla bean in here, which is my personal method. I ordered the pear tart and was sorry I did honestly. The tart base, which is typically made with butter in the dough was definitely made with a vegetable fat like crisco instead. And to add insult to injury, I could taste that it was going/had gone bad/tasted overcooked, so basically an unpleasant sour/bitter flavor. The frangipane punched you right in the face with almond extract, it was so overwhelming it ruined the balance of the dessert. But at least it helped mask that tart crust flavor. The caramel sauce was thin and basically flavorless. The pears were still hard. The tart was cold and served with cold ice cream from a carton. I would have thought that a restaurant of this caliber would make their own. In short, don't order the pear tart! Well I think that's all my comments, do with them what you will.

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.

Last night was my second time here. The pork schnitzel is delicious. There's an excellent beer…read moreselection. My dining experience yesterday was stellar, thanks primarily to Alex, my host/bartender/server, whose warmth and professionalism made a regular evening out special. It's worth going out of your way for a meal here. Reservations recommended.

Was asked to say if this was a "classy" place. A more undefineable term I can't imagine. Is it a…read morewhite linen restaurant with waitstaff and sommeliers? Not really. Are the waiters (not even plural, really) friendly, attentive and solicitous? Does the staff know their menu, wine and spirits? A resounding Yes. Is it a pleasant place to dine? Absolutely. Revisited for an anniversary dinner. Every bit as good as the first visit. The proprietor remembered us and was gracious and friendly. Flammkuchen should be more widely celebrated!

Thursday night dinner at a pace that's been around for 61 years now. Such a class act with…read moreauthentic French Cuisine. Food is always great here especially when two can eat well for less than $75.

This place is a precious gem. The food is phenomenal, the service excellent and the atmosphere…read morelovely. If you wish there were still fabulous restaurants with white table clothes, real cloth napkins and a warm ambience...look no further than Chez Pierre. Tonight our party of four had the Shrimp Chez Pierre- think scampi but in a tasty batter loaded with a lovely garlic butter sauce, Steak Diane which was flamed at our table and the sole special of the evening. I can honestly say that the shrimp was the best I've had. The accompanying scalloped potatoes and beets were wonderful and the homemade apple cobbler with vanilla ice cream was huge, warm and delicious. The perfect fall compliment to the rest of the meal. My table all loved their meals and desserts were shared afterward. Honestly, we were so full that we probably shouldn't have ordered dessert but since we ate every bite I guess we found room. The perfect night....really lovely. If you have a special occasion or want to treat yourself to something delicious and mouthwatering that you'd never make for yourself at home- this is the place for you! 100% yummy! It's the BEST!

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.

Fine dining overlooking Bromley Brook. Exceptional food, ambiance and service, consistent for…read moredecades. We love this place

First visit. A Sunday night early reservation. We were seated immediately…read more I ordered the French onion soup (perfect size and quite tasty) and the black tailed shrimp with parmesan risotto with a sauce (also very tasty and also very rich). My partner had the Lobster Corn Soup which she enjoyed, but as the daughter of an Iowa farm boy would have enjoyed even more corn. Entree was Lobster Stuffed Salmon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Again very tasty but with the sauce also very rich. Portion sizes for everything were quite appropriate- not too much and we skipped dessert because we were full. I has a glass of a very nice Sancerre with my meal. Service was attentive and personable. I am guessing that we had the fall menu and that the summer menu is likely a bit lighter but I do not know that for a fact. I would definitely return and would classify this in the infrequent "special occasion" category. Only one small grumble --. The rolls and butter served before appetizers were phenomenally ordinary. I would have thought brioche or French bread with cultured butter for a French Restaurant at this level.

Gilbert's duck a l'orange is the best duck ever! And such nice people. They make everone feel…read morewelcome. For someone alone, or for just two people, it's fun to sit at their small bar and chat with guests and staff.

OMG we had the most surreal and best experience at Cafe Triskele!! Excellent service from Gilbert,…read morethe owner, himself. He was warm, kind, and generous! Apple tart was hot and delicious - wish I could have another! Intimate indoor ambiance with plenty of space. 10/10!

My wife and I went here for the first time tonight. I will not be the last. What a wonderful…read moreatmosphere and excellent service. She got the sea bass with bouillabaisse and I got the cannelloni. We were not disappointed. Great flavors. Perfect spicing for both dishes. You could taste the ingredients. Well done chef. We will be back soon.

Wonderful small restaurant in Shelburne Falls. Friendly service and amazing food! Definitely worth…read morea visit if you're in the area.

Was our first time here at Shadow66. The environment was lovely. The staff and owners were a…read moredelight. Not only is it a French restaurant it's also an antique restaurant. You will find an elegant bar as you enter. Then the tables with very comfortable seats. The lighting is green, which is great on your eyes! None of that bright florescence light. From the seating in the cozy corner to each item we ordered was delightful. The mushroom soup was the soup of the day. It was a very earthy soup which I loved, the French onion soup was on point very delicious. Hands down everything was wonderful. Recommend looking up the times and dates as they are open short periods of time and they do recommend reservations. So if you're traveling down that way stop on in and visit the crew and enjoy a tasty meal!

We had a truly wonderful meal. The place was booked solid over the holiday weekend so we snagged…read morea table at 4 which was the tail end of their brunch lunch service. The place is known for its collection of antique cars both inside and out. It has a fun feeling and service if first rate. There were still plenty of solid options from eggs benny to salad, sandwiches, soups and entrees. At this time of year the garden area is open and quite lovely. We started with French onion soup, the soup de jour- mushroom, and mussels in a saffron cream sauce which came with fries. All three were beautifully prepared and excellent. Then we moved on to the house burger which our son said ranked in the pantheon of truly excellent burgers. He went for the cheese, bacon and lettuce, tomato....we all took bites. Yum. The fries that accompanied it were cooked to perfection. A little crisper and better than the first batch that cane with the moules. Pan-Bagnat- imagine salad nicoise sandwich but ooooo so much better. It was on focaccia with a generous portion of tuna - house mayonnaise - black olives and fresh tomatoes. Oh my. Last dish was the grilled king salmon in a citrus glaze served with mash potatoes and byaldi - Thomas Kellers gorgeous stacked ratatouille. This whole composition was a work of art and perfectly cooked. An extra side of ratatouille completed the meal. No room for dessert. But next time we will leave room for profiteroles. We will be back!

What a delightful surprise! A couple of foodie friends and I decided to check out a couple spots in…read moreSaratoga and we landed on a new spot, Familiar Creature. We had read that it was the same people who run Hamlet and Ghost, so we wanted to check it out. The inside is gorgeous, bright and welcoming. Very cute wine bar vibes with excellent cocktails and a small, but mighty, menu. All of our cocktails were gorgeous and well crafted, even some great mocktails. The menu is Montreal inspired, which we noticed immediately, and loved. We just wanted to split a couple things to try, so we ordered the poutine with duck confit and the steak tartare. The Poutine was fabulous! They ultra crispy house made fries had such good flavor on their own, but were made incredible with the gravy, melty cheese curds and decadent duck. This dish was amazing. The steak tartare was also very good and fresh, the house made chips were also killer. Last but not least, the maple soft serve. Heavenly! Ultra creamy and smooth with a great depth of maple flavor. The caramel swirl and crunchy nibs on the top were so good. I am not a big sweets person, but I would order this again for sure. Delicious. This is a hidden gem and surprised us all! I can't believe I haven't heard more about this place. 10/10 recommend.

Quaint restaurant in a quaint area. Parking can be troublesome so allow time to find a place to…read morepark. All dishes are shareable. Everything we ate was so delicious! I loved the Brussel sprouts salad and I hate brussel sprouts. You must also order desserts! The lavender soft serve was the best soft serve I ever had. And the triple layered chocolate cake was heavenly! Not too sweet and super moist. The half chicken was perfectly cut to share and oh so tender! Great visit with friendly service.