There was no doubt that we would stop at Blackback Pub for lunch when passing through Waterbury. We were fortunate enough to snag two seats at the bar on a very busy Memorial Day afternoon. Since it was a national holiday, the Waterbury Patriot Burger called out to me. Great choice- nicely spiced, cooked perfectly on a fresh brioche bun. The accompanying kettle chips were yummy. I chose to have a mug of Hill Farmstead Symposia-a delicious Rauchbier poured from a LUKR tap (side-pull). What a treat. Jane chose sliders that quickly disappeared. Her beer choice was Common People from Bluejacket-a micro brewery in Washington, DC. You can always count on the best beer selection anywhere at Blackback Pub. I only wish we were staying in town longer so we could enjoy more of their deliciousness. The bartender was very friendly and attentive despite being slammed. Looking forward to stopping by again when in the area. read more

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Charming, welcoming pup experience with really creative dishes like delicious Japanese potato salad and date Brussels sprouts. Appetizers are better than entrees, which are burger-heavy and a little charred, but a rustic spot that's a great hang, especially if you're a beer drinker. So many great beers. read more

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Great menu! Food was delicious. Excellent service. I can see why this place gets such a high rating! I ordered The Stuff salad- very creative! And my partner ordered the Dragon Noodle special. Both were extremely tasty. We also had the scallion pancake which was bursting with flavor. The atmosphere is very warm and convivial. Not to be missed! read more

Blackback Pub - Sat at the communal table. We made friends. - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Best craft beer pub in Vermont if there is one I'm not aware of it because it would quite impossible to beat their craft beer list. Menu this week was focused heavily on Hill stead Farms. The owner and staff were dedicated to the highest customer service. All of them act like owner's taking pride in their craft beer bar. read more

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Love this place! They have excellent food and some of the best beer in the area! Very nice staff and a lively vibe.

Good food. Good beer selection. Small space. I mean really small. The bar takes up most of the space and a few tables. There is a small area by the sidewalk outside where you can take your drink to enjoy the day. No service out there from what I could see. We sat at the bar which had a few seats available. The bartender came right over, asked if we wanted menus and took our drink order. The menu is very nice. We all found something to enjoy. The scallion pancake we shared was a hit with everyone. My buns had a lot of flavors and textures. I very much enjoyed the ginger dressing on the greens. The menu has vegetarian options. The ambiance is very chill. Two gender neutral restrooms around the end of the bar (away from the table side) are clean enough. Not stinky or anything, just not like they are expecting company. You know? Parking is on street. Staff were all good. read more

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We had a great experience here! Came on a Tuesday evening. We were able to get a parking spot on the street only a short walk away. We walked in and took a seat at the bar. Bartender was nice and attentive. The inside has a nice atmosphere. The menu is very unique and has so many different options from normal bar food. I think it's a very creative menu! I had a hard time deciding what to choose. Started with the patatas bravas and broccolini with peanut sauce. Both were delicious! Sauces were flavorful and potato's and broccolini cooked perfectly. I then ordered the stuff salad with chicken and loved it. Everything on the salad tasted fresh and the chicken was cooked well. Yum! I thought the prices were very fair and would definitely come back! read more

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Blackback Pub was awesome! Came here with a group of 4 while skiing in VT. This place has a cozy rustic vibe and I loved all the fly fishing decor. Seating is tight and it definitely gets lively during dinner, but that made the pub feel more welcoming and homey. The menu here for both drinks and food is amazing. Definitely some unique and really tasty options. I ordered the Meatloaf Sandwich and it did not disappoint. We also shared the Pub Nachos and Korean Vegetable Pancake for appetizers, both were excellent. Our server was friendly and we were really happy stopping here to eat. We'll definitely come back the next time we're in the area. read more

Blackback Pub - Meatloaf Sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Do NOT let the "Pub" reference fool you! This menu is elevated to rival most fine dining restaurants! There is nothing Pub about this place except for the fantastic beer selection. Hands down one of the best sandwiches I've had - my pics do not even do them justice. No pic included but the Korean Vegetable Pancake compares to any NY traditional Korean restaurant I have eaten at! We ate at the bar and the service was excellent. Bartender was friendly, knew everything about the menu and greeted us like we were locals. Don't miss this place! read more

Blackback Pub - Chicken Skepasti Sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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so good ! love the atmosphere it's like stepping back in time ! greeted right away and they greet everyone as they walk in! very attentive ! food was delish! such a nice fusion menu! read more

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Amazing pub food. Not just your average food. Great beer selection. Looking forward to coming back

This is a hidden gem! Amazing food and deserts. They also have an incredible beer selection of some of Vermonts finest. You won't be disappointed. read more

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First time eating here and everything was amazing. The atmosphere is very welcoming. The staff is all so nice and works hard to deliver amazing service. Huge selection of drinks. The garden salad was so fresh. Added chickpea pattys which were very good. The peanut noodle dish was amazing sans egg to make it vegan. My mom got the mac & cheese and raved about it. Highly recommend going here and enjoying the atmosphere and awesome food. read more

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As always one of the best burgers ever! As a local we love to enjoy the area restaurants and Blackback is consistently great! Laid back bar atmosphere hides an incredible menu and the super chill staff make for our favorite date night! read more

Probably the best beer menu in Vermont and we didn't even have beers. Their cocktails are amazing. We had the ahi tuna appetizer. It was delicious. We shared the steak salad and it was cooked perfectly. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse. Very good. Service was excellent. Next time we will save room for beers. read more

So I went in just wanting something cooked and quick to eat . I was in town to move my son in to college , so I decided on the Mac and cheese with bacon OMG!!!!! This was some of the best Mac and cheese I have ever had in my life. I couldn't finish it all but even warmed up it was amazing . Decided to go back the next day and got the grilled cheese with chips on the side with jam . Wasn't as good as the Mac and cheese but it was good . Overall the bartender was friendly and seems like a neighborhood spot , with good food . Will definitely go back if I'm town ... now I'm thinking about the Mac and cheese read more

Blackback Pub - Regular Mac & Cheese with bacon - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Tasty food in a quaint little pub. Interesting menu choices. We had the pork belly appetizer which was quite tasty. We also had the spicy pork with a potato croquette and broccolini. I forget the name of the dish but it was a slow roasted pork with a bit of spice to it. All the food was pretty good and the service was friendly and attentive. Worth checking out. read more

Blackback Pub - Spicy pork, broccolini on a potato croquette. - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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This place is great!! Its classic pub ambiance meets Asian fusion flare! Basically a chef making a restaurant that includes all his favorite dishes and styles to cook food. Couldn't recommend more!!! The broccolini (not pictured) should be on everyone's order. The staff is friendly and the service was so homey and easy. Love a place that feels like home. The chef delivered our food. He happened to be the owner and we talked with him for hours about life, food, and the Vermont area. Couldn't recommend this place more!! PS - ask for the homemade honeycomb read more

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My family of 4 heading north for a ski weekend. Grabbed dinner here. Everyone enjoyed their meals Beautiful upstairs room decorated for holidays. Staff very friendly read more

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I asked the guy at the Cabot store where we should go for dinner in Stowe, and he told me I was heading the wrong direction: go to Waterbury. Later, I tried telling people at work how much I loved the meal I had at this pub, and they all said it was already their favorite place to go in Waterbury. So often, I look at a menu and can't find anything that excites me. I didn't get past the first item on the menu and it was really good. Others with me made it further down the menu and they loved everything they ordered. read more

The food at this beer destination was an absolute delight! It was very crowded and quite loud, but the bartender Amy was very pleasant and attentive. Wonderful Gluten Free options!! I was very pleased and impressed. The GF scallops were perfectly pan seared and so flavorful! GF taco salad was loaded and the brisket was so good!! Broccolini was a great side dish, perfectly cooked! I had the mussels and they were the best I've ever had! The sauce is made with a beer, so not GF. The bread that was served was perfectly toasted! The deconstructed key like pie was GF and then home made gluten, graham crackers, and for GF people the chef had GF graham crackers!! read more

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This restaurant offers everything once you walk in the door. The atmosphere is welcoming and greeted immediately! My party started off with the Pub Nachos and Sticky Maple Gochujang Shrimp. Wow the pub nachos are a must get!!! The shrimp were also incredible. This followed by BBQ Pork Sandwich which was tasty especially with their ZUCCHINI pickles sliced to perfection. Cesar salad wrap is a must get if your about that life. Chermoula Chicken Sandwich was great I unfortunately did not get this but was raved about with my party. Side note wash it all down with a Mango Cider. Oooo I almost forgot our waiter was incredible and provided us great service during our visit from STL. read more

Blackback Pub - Pub Nachos & Sticky Maple Gochujang shrimp - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Blackback Pub is a craft beer bar and restaurant that opened in Waterbury, Vermont in 2009. It was founded by restaurateur Rick Binet. The little pub originally opened under the name 'Blackback Pub and Flyshop' in a one-room space that was previously a barbershop. The bar had one set of taps, a limited menu, and fishing decor and paraphernalia. In 2014, Binet was approached by couple Dave Juenker and Lynn Mason to purchase it. The couple both had backgrounds in the hospitality industry. Binet decided to move to Portland (ME) to become the owner of The King's Head (another craft beer bar) and he sold Blackback to Juenker and Mason. Over the years the couple would expand the beer and food menu, purchase the building that houses the pub and expand it so it occupies the entire ground floor and basement floor. In late 2023, the couple sold the pub to general manager Ehren Hill and chef Cory Swafford. Even though they retired from running the pub, Juenker and Mason still retain ownership of the building. I recently visited Blackback Pub while I was on a Vermont craft beer road trip. I was actually spending the night at the historic Old Stagecoach Inn and Blackback Pub (and many other popular craft beer establishments) is just a 3-minute walk from the inn. I've heard nothing but excellent things about the pub for years. After enjoying a pint and a small food plate at The Reservoir (another excellent craft beer bar right across the street), I headed to Blackback to see what they had to offer. The pub had such a chill vibe. I pulled up a seat at the bar and looked over the draught beer list. With about 30 offerings on tap, I was so impressed! There were beers from Burlington Beer, Prison City, The Alchemist, Foam Brewers, Frost Beer Works, Zero Gravity, and a whole lot from Hill Farmstead. I decided to order the latter's "Edward" (Pale Ale). Brewed with a variety of hops, dry-hopped, and then unfiltered, it was an exceptionally delicious beer. After looking over the food menu, I ordered the "Roasted Brussel Sprouts" (Brussels, maple za'atar dressing, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, chopped dates, cilantro). It was an excellent small plate to accompany my beer. I had an excellent experience at Blackback Pub and I give them my seal of approval! read more

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My first dining experience in Waterbury VT was a good one. All reviews led me to Blackback Pub for the evening. I realized we made a good choice when we were warmly greeted immediately by one of the bartenders wearing a Notorious B.I.G tee. Walked into a cool space with a crowded bar and busy dining area. We lucked out with corner seats at the bar. The bar was busy but not rowdy or loud. The bar has a low lighting, chill vibe with many conversations going simultaneously. The bar decor just hollered fun time. The menu was not large but it was diverse. I was surprised to see patatas bravas, salmón tacos, and meatloaf sandwich on the page. Many vegetarian options. The beer list was dominated by local IPAs with few main stream beer options. Full bar offerings available. Street parking only so you might have to hunt a little for a spot. There are many public parking lots nearby. read more

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Food, was delicious had the meatloaf sandwich and the special which was naughty Jon burger with kettle chips and pickles as a side. Service was prompt. read more

10/10 the burger was so good we had seconds! The pork belly was a great appetizer as well. And the pasta (chef little helper) was great as well. Food so good we only ordered one drink! Will def be coming back here. read more

Such a cool place! Food was so good, people of all walks of life were welcomed, staff was attentive and friendly. If we lived in this area this would be a regular joint for us. It looks like an old New England pub. You'd also think you were in Ireland or England. Go! Don't miss it!! read more

Our first meal in Vermont and it did not disappoint! We had a late lunch and there was plenty of seating. The nachos here were amazing! Do not skip it! We added some jerk chicken on top and it worked really well. The meatloaf sandwich was also great, I had never heard of putting a meatloaf on a sandwich before but it's an amazing idea! Amazing place for food and will for sure be back on our next visit! read more

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I have always loved having dinner here and introducing friends and family to one of my favorite establishments. Coming in on my birthday with my parents was no exception. Being as it was also a holiday weekend, I knew it'd be busy and it was already pretty busy when we arrived at 5:30. The bartender greeted us at the door and took our names, offered us some menus to look at while we sat at the bar. I got them two DownEast Ciders while I tried one of the many amazing microbrews on tap. We decided to order the Brussel sprouts as a quick app while at the bar. The combination of sweet, sticky fruit and savory veggies was addicting. My mom remarked that she loves Brussel sprouts, but had never had them this tasty before. We had decided prior to seating to order dinner tapas-style and save room for dessert. We selected the ahi tuna bao from the main dish categories, the Lebanese fattoush salad and Mussels of the Day (Thai curry) with grilled ciabatta. Everything was bursting with flavor and I'd asked for a soup for the mussel broth, it was so good. They even brought us more ciabatta to soak up its goodness. We ordered all three desserts: a flourless chocolate ganache, lemon bars, and a deconstructed key lime pie. All were exceptional. My mom told the server (who was amazing the entire meal) that it was my birthday and the young woman who was running food had casually asked me what my name was. Next thing I know, the bartender, our server and the young woman were singing "happy birthday" to me, along with other patrons, with a candle in the cake. Wow! It couldn't have been a better birthday experience. Blackback has always had exceptional food and service, but the new chef Corey and pastry chef (I forgot to ask for a name) are proving they know what a gastropub should be: phenomenal food and drink in a pub atmosphere. Bravo! read more

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Great service friendly staff! Menu limited and a bit on expensive for amount. Everything on "spicey @ side so husband happy wife not so much. Be aware menu online is NOT the actual menu read more

What a cute little bar serving up elevated bar food with a great tap list. I got the Thai fish cakes, they were crispy with a soft interior, served up with an interesting puree underneath, and a delicious Thai chili sauce. I got an Oxbow and schilling pour. Definitely coming back next year. read more

Blackback Pub - Schilling !!! - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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Best pub nachos and beer list in Vermont! Exceptional service by everyone. Wonderful vibes. read more

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What an unexpected gem. Our neighbor raved about Buttermilk Bakery's hot sauce, so we made the drive and popped in here for lunch. I'm glad I decided to check reviews because we almost went to the Irish place across the street. I'm sure that place is fine, but this was excellent. The interior is rustic in a way I can only describe as a very Northeast vibe. The menu is elevated, the food will satisfy you, but also differ from what you might find elsewhere. I ordered the falafel gyro and my husband the ahi bao as well as a few drinks. We were both very pleased with our meals and gobbled every bite. If I lived in the area, I'd frequent this place. read more

The Chef does a fantastic job. Everything we tried was so good. The bartender (Matt) was attentive. I'll definitely go back when we are in town. read more

Great food and great beer list. Staff was really nice and helpful. Will be back to visit again.

Two months later, my girlfriend and I are still talking about this being a (if not THE) highlight of our trip to Stowe. Great beer, food, ideal ambiance- "a real pub," we call it. We were blown away by the knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff that were an essential part of the experience. Nicely done! Definitely go. read more

Get the pub nachos...you will not be disappointed. They're incredible. Chicken Cesar & the pulled pork sandwich were both delicious! Everyone is super friendly and there's a good vibe to the place. So glad we stopped here!! read more

Stopped by with friends for dinner. Had nachos for starter, tortilla chips with melted cheese, maple syrup and bacon. To die for flavor. Heart attack with all that cheese. Would have preferred twice the chips with half the cheese, as it really was a small plate and small size for three of us to share. So we got concerned about small plates for food so we finished our beers and went to the Reservoir. read more

Lovely pub feel. Warm and inviting. Staff helpful and pleasant. Our table got a burger, meatloaf sandwich, and a chicken sandwich. All delicious. Extensive beer selection. And a varied menu with lots of choices. read more

So good, great beer list and amazing food. My son didn't love the grilled cheese but I stole a bite and it was top ten things I have ever eaten.... So his loss was my gain! Everyone enjoyed their food. Go nachos! read more

Blackback Pub - Beer list - Pubs Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont