Papa Pete's was the best choice for breakfast while in Bennington. The staff were funny and…read moreattentive, our food was hot and delicious, and the atmosphere was comfortable and authentic. The lumberjack breakfast was as perfect as described on the menu and the coffee was hot and fresh. Highly recommend Papa Pete's for breakfast.

We arrived for brunch at 11:00 a.m. and were told there would be about a one-hour wait, even though…read morethe restaurant appeared to be only about one-quarter full. We had also seen photos online showing mimosas being served, but were disappointed to learn they were not available. The space itself is quite small, which may contribute to the wait times. Unfortunately, as we decided to leave, we learned the restaurant was closing before the typical lunch hours. Overall, the experience did not match our expectations based on what we had seen online.

Was driving through and grabbed a bite. This place is the perfect breakfast spot. Staff is very…read morefriendly and the omelette was great!!

We came for a breakfast/brunch. The location has a pretty large area for seating. Also a counter…read moretop seating. Happy to see live acoustic music. There is quite a bit on the menu. And lucky to have mimosas! Now, the one item that I would like to see improve, staffing. Location was maybe 1/2 full. 4-5 young ladies walking around. Took 20 minutes to come over to take our drink order. Drinks came quick. Then another 10-15 minutes to take our food order. The food came out pretty quick. However, we didn't have silverware. Had to ask. Then we never were asked about additional drinks. One more small item, air conditioning was set for a high temperature. It was hot in there. Enough to leave sweat on the seats. Food was very good. Would we come back? I think the staffing left enough of a bad "taste" that we may be back.

Tiny little whole in the wall with very simple utilitarian decor inside and the expected British…read morethemed wall hangings and even a ref phone booth. I just got the standard fish and chips. They were made to order and so delicious. Some of the best I've ever had. Service was good. I only wish they seved a nice ale to accompany the meal. Will definitely be back!

So this is not a place you go because you like the decor. The inside is pretty sparse, but…read morefunctional, and clean. You go here because of the food and the service. Everything is really fresh, and made to order. The fish is freshly battered (so are the shrimp), and the portions are great. I also recommend the burgers, they are not anything crazy gourmet, but they are fresh, and for only a little more than the place with the arches down the road, you get something that you know is real, freshly prepared, and on an amazing bun. The chicken tenders are the only thing that's just kinda OK, but only because they don't make them in-house. They work for a picky kid, but otherwise stick with the other stuff on the menu. I haven't tried the pies, but they are freshly made there too. There is also a little assortment of British food and candy there, which might be something a little fun that you don't normally find here. Not a great spot to bring a big group, but very worth stopping in if you want a quick bite while you are passing through downtown Bennington.

Nice place but bring a coat! iPhone thermometer showed 68 degrees! Hostess just shrugged and said…read more"it's hot out." 82 degrees does not justify 14 degree atmospheric chill chamber.

Ironically, their beer is arguably the challenge...not cheap...plenty of alcohol...but you wonder…read morewhy you ordered it.

I love this place! It's so yummy! There are so many options. For breakfast there is toast and…read moreoatmeal and eggs in many different forms. On the weekend you can eat tatertots if you like them. There is an array of dishes available every night. There is a salad bar with yummy stuff. For desert today there were like 6 options! Crazy right? Many pumpkin and maple things which are not my favorite but the oatmeal cookies are so good.

An extensive salad bar. A full brunch on Sundays. Tons of options, with many locally sourced…read moreingredients. Food for everyone: from the gluten conscious to the vegetarian or vegan to the DIYer wanting to make it fresh at the wok stations. My kids love eating here because they know there will always be something for them (and usually more choices than they can eat in one sitting, a kid dream!)

Stopped in for a breakfast sandwich and coffee. This tidy, little corner deli has a great vibe and…read morethe service is friendly. I had a toasted everything bagel with a very healthy portion of egg, bacon, and cheese. Delicious, as was the coffee! Quality craft beers, iced tea, and sodas in the coolers. Two thumbs up!

Worst experience in Bennington! Do not patron if you enjoy…read moreany level of hospitality & actual value. I came in cheerful & this guy ruined the day... I ended up leaving angry and literally cried.... Their online ordering has a Reuben with an option for $2 extra meat & a note box so I cld have written there asking for the extra portion on the side. EASY. Yet, I went in person to see what the specials were hoping for a great lunch, because Im here for medical procedures at the hospital and had fasted since the day before. Id never been to The Elm Street Market before, but it was close to the hospital, & love Vermont markets for all the years I have lived here. But THIS place :: T E R R I B L E mistake! The employee at the counter was as fake & uncaring as it gets, & shld definitely not be the customer guy. He would not just let the added side be $2 , but wanted to weigh it out & charge me for a deli style $6 sliced side in a package as an addition to the $14 sandwich. ($20 Reuben?!) I said I didn't need or expect a package of sliced cold meat, that I was just adding the side portion to share with my pups. For Lunch. He just becomes patronizing, dense, & fully lacking capacity or willingness to help and says he "can't bc it just doesn't work that way" unless I get it on the sandwich. I cld order it online but not with him at register. And for some reason he cant figure out a $2 portion of meat. Surreal Incompetence. The next level of downhill not-so-fun is seeing the tiny soup. A cup of soup for $8. A latte "special" that I cld not even taste the smoked maple flavor and was only 3/4 full. It's actually shocking- what happened to actually CARING about just helping ppl have a good experience if you are working in the restaurant business as a small local independent market? Hey Elm Street Market Fella, you cld do the simplest things like not try ripping ppl off & being kind! His patronizing attitude & lack of capacity really took it over the top- how am I supposed to enjoy this $36 ordeal? Supposedly he is refunding the meat, bc I explained I didn't order a package of meat. He took it out of bag & literally said "take your sandwich & drink & go". I was upset~ I said this is truly unacceptable ~ try some Kindness & Authenticity! And left. The other young lady who was working that day & witnessed this whole debacle seemed to feel bad making 'Im So Sorry' faces. She at least offered me a dollop of maple syrup & noted the drink was not filled~ but also was being oppressed by his attitude. I cld tell he was being an overbearing tyrant. Wtf - this is NOT Vermont as it should be DUDE. All it took was putting a few slices on the side for $2 & filling up a drink. Ridiculous.

We checked in to our inn after a four hour drive and were told this place is the best in…read moreBennington. So, how could you go wrong with that recommendation. We didn't even stop to unload the car and went straight there. Only a few minutes away. Two options. Sit inside or outside. Fortunately the weather had cooled off a bit, so sitting outside was perfect.. my wife and I split an empanada appetizer. Very tasty. She ordered the crab cake sandwich. I ordered the lamb and greens, glad I did. It was really good. Nicole was our server and she was terrific. All in all, a very good experience. The food was really good. The service was really good. Glad we ended up going here.

Kate found this gem on Facebook. It's got the 3GS-Great menu, great views & great chef. We…read moreusually come for dinner. 3 times since October. Today we stopped in for a light lunch. The plan share an order of two brisket empanadas and each get the french onion soup. Then our waitress, Lynn throws me a curveball-gumbo- I fold and order gumbo. I make a great gumbo so the test is on. We know the french onion will be fantastic. Brisket empanadas and the accoutrements are a home run-as Upon arrival of the gumbo,I was skeptical. Mine looks much better. Once I tasted, I was back in New Orleans with a smile. Well done chef. We know why they are always setting up for a party/event in one of their many dining rooms. Love the fireplace from both the tap room and dining room. The views are traffic free.

This is a good place for a light lunch. Sandwiches come with chips, no fries. (I personally prefer…read morefries!) I ended up with the quiche and salad. That was plenty for me. I added a refreshing strawberry lemonade though I preferred his choice of mango. I looked on the label and it said the lemonades were made in New Jersey. I enjoyed the names of the items on the menu. The bathrooms are located upstairs. Unfortunately, I don't believe it's accessible for anyone who can't make it up the stairs.

Solid lunch spot when you're in this remote town of Bennington. Good variety of sandwiches…read more Traveled for work and needed lunch. Co-workers recommended Belly's Deli. Small town, so make sure you have time... bc it gets busy during lunch. If you're ordering takeaway - call ahead. If you're eating in - give yourself 1.5hrs to enjoy the meal. They have an upstairs where you have a nice view of the public stage (guessing when they have performances). The staff are very nice people, it's very homely... like the rest of the town. I got myself the Commander-In-Chief (pastrami & coleslaw + pickles), it was delish. Got a ginger ale - it's a Foxon brand! I love that CT brand soda. One happy diner. Coworker had their egg salad special and she enjoyed it very much. I went back the next day to pick up the same sandwich for on the road in the Amtrak home.