Yumm yumm. I'm eating here now. Early morning, snowy day…read more Place is quiet, pretty, food is wonderful, music lush and gentle, softly upbeat; why aren't you here? Vegetable hash is very vegetable-y, tasty, well conceived and executed; eggs perfect, toast out of this world. Don't need to say more, gonna get back to eating.

This place I know they just opened new in Vermont but I was sorely disappointed tonight there was…read moreonly one server working and the person took toooo long to serve me the person kept on saying I'll serve you in 10 minutes Get more staff or shut down the staff also in the kitchen looked at me very strange and didn't treat me very nice A very Horrible experience the worst experience I had in Vermont yet living here 11 years Sincerely Montpelier Journalist and Special needs Advocate Lawrence Seiler Abled and on Air and Abled to Cook Executive Producer www.orcamedia.net PS I went to eat somewhere else tonight because the service was slow

Headed downhill. We've loved Three Penny for years, so the purpose of this review is a wake up…read morecall. Menu is still interesting but actual food was meh yesterday, service too. We had a scallop po-boy and crab cake sammy for lunch, well after lunch rush. Servers were consistently friendly and helpful. Food came out promptly but both lacked taste. Crab cake was 80% breading, mushy. Scallops were hit and darkly crusted , but not tasty. Watermelon salad was good. Despite ordering bevs with food, none arrived till food was 2/3 eaten. Server's initial response was "waiting on the bar", tho they were apologetic after it took another long time. We could see the bartender chatting with customers and wiping things down, so suspect there was a teamwork issue. Seems like this business needs owner's TLC!

Small sports bar with live music with a diverse menu of dishes and flavors…read more Food: I got tater tots, crispy local mushrooms, and a regular burger with American cheese. I also tried some waffle fries. The highlight of the dinner was the fried food. All of it was exceptionally crispy and flavorful: the tots and waffle fries had a hard crusty exterior with fluffy interior. The locals mushroom were a deep fried bunch of oyster mushrooms with a mayo pepper-based sauce drizzled on top. Very juicy and meaty bite! The burger was ok, not my favorite. I asked for it medium and it was closer to well done. The patty was on the drier side and had a charcoal aftertaste that was a bit on the overwhelming side. The bun was also not the freshest. Overall, skip the burger and opt for the fried stuff. Service: Nice and accommodating. Pretty standard. Ambiance: Old school vibes mixed with some modern aspects. Loved the live music playing during dinner.

The Skinny Pancake legacy lives on! I stopped by while I was in Montpelier - it was my first time…read morevisiting this location. I haven't been to a Skinny Pancake since I received the devastating no-more-gluten-for-me news, so I was glad to see that they have a buckwheat crepe option for us gluten-free dweebs. I ordered the apple & brie crepe. I was informed that the hash purples go into a shared fryer, so they're not totally gluten-free. I accepted my future stomachache & ordered them anyways, because they've always been my favorite item on the menu. Service was friendly & prompt. Find a table, order at the counter, & they'll bring your food to you. The hash purples were totally delightful, as expected. 5 star color, too. The crepe was unfortunately very underwhelming. It was super thick & the texture was kinda ominous. I didn't end up finishing it. They might just need to tweak their gluten-free batter slightly to get the balance right. I believe in them (: Overall a fun lunch spot in the marvelous capital of Vermont.

Super cute spot In the heart of Montpelier! We had a late breakfast on a late Sat AM and were…read moreseated right away when we arrived. We had crepes, sandwich's, fries and hot cocoa. Everything was simply delightful! Would be cool in spring/summer months to sit and dine outside but we were perfect my quaint indoors by the window on a very chilly day.

This is a great diner! I was on a ski trip in VT when one of the locals suggested we take a short…read moredrive to grab breakfast here. The diner was comfy and the service was very friendly. We had a couple of mimosas and I ordered the Hippy Homefries. The food and drinks were great! They have a bakery where they make donuts, but they were all sold out by the time we had sat for breakfast. This was a lovely recommendation and we'd stop by when in the area again.

We absolutely loved this place. It is a 100+ year old diner according to our server. I had the…read moreturkey croquettes that were on special and they were delightful. Tender, moist with savory onions and celery inside, they tasted like "more." I got them with a side of cranberry sauce and it made it taste like Thanksgiving. My hubby got the clam strips. They were good and crispy, but nothing special.

Food: I got the breakfast sandwich with bacon and red onions, a maple scone, and maple latte. The…read morebreakfast sandwich was unique but one of the best I've had around. More akin to a breakfast panini, the gooey fluffy egg and cheese, crunchy bacon, and bright onions were perfectly supported by two slices of crunchy, crusty toasted sourdough. Such great flavor! The iced maple latte was a bit on the sweet side but still very much enjoyed it. TBD on the scone, but judging by how busy it was, it is gonna be great! Service: Friendly group passionate about what they do! Ambiance: Small town, comfortable bakery where I assume all the netizens gather.

Initially came to Red Hen Baking to try their sticky maple buns but , unbeknownst to us, those are…read moreonly sold at their Farmer's market on Sundays :( we ended up trying their raspberry danish ( which was incredible), a London fog and a Cortado. The London fog was ok, not the best I have tasted and not the worst. Hands down, the best part of our visit was trying their delicious focaccia and the baguette! Their bread is fresh and baked to perfection! Highly recommend trying it!!

First of all, great music playing in this spot. We got in just in time, pretty soon after they…read moreopened: this place filled up QUICK and there seemed like a pretty substantial weight. We got the breakfast pancakes to split, which we were very curious about. It was somehow an excellent pancake and also a unique experience. I also grabbed the spinach scramble and my wife got the potatoes verdes. The chorizo in her dish was surprisingly good, but the true unsung hero was the homemade biscuit. Definitely grab one of those! The homemade hot sauce is excellent and not too spicy but packed with flavor. It adds a ton to their egg dishes. We are going back tomorrow to check out the banana bread French toast, which our waitress said is not to be missed, but we simply didn't have any more room in our stomachs! Update after day 2: skip the corn beef hash, and the omelet we got was just so-so. The "scramble" style egg dishes are much better. The home fries didn't get enough love in yesterday's review. They are quite excellent. And, the banana bread French toast was as advertised. Don't miss it. You can get a single slice as a side order for five bucks as of this writing, and you will not regret it. Again, excellent and friendly service and my kind of music.

Cute little diner in Waterbury Vermont. This place only serves breakfast and lunch no dinner…read more Open 7:30am to 2:30pm daily 7 days a week. The service was great. She came back and checked on us few times and see if we needed anything. The restaurant was clean. The food was delicious. The steak and cheese was perfect. The cornbeef hash was just plan, wasn't enough salty. 2 bathrooms. Dining room has around 10 tables. Great restaurant for quick breakfast or lunch while in town for camping or just in town.

I agree with a previous reviewer that this is the best B&B I've ever stayed in. The most…read moreoutstanding thing is the staff. The breakfast part of the B&B is phenomenal. I was a bit disappointed the first morning when I saw a continental breakfast laid out. It looked good though with fantastic granola, fruit, smoothies, and juice. But when I sat down, a full, made-to-order breakfast was also offered. The only mistake I made was in not taking a picture of the huge waffle covered with sliced strawberries and whipped cream. I think the morning manager Allie was responsible for the menu. But this isn't all. We chatted with the other managers and got suggestions about where to eat dinner and what to do. And there was more to do right at the inn. A bar is open every night if there are customers. A fellow living in the neighborhood stopped at the bar one night, and we got even more information from him. There's plenty of parking. Dozens of restaurants and shops are within a block or two, so if you are too tired to drive somewhere, such as Stowe, there are a number of good choices for dinner with a short walk. The room and the parlor/lobby make you feel it's the 19th century. A jigsaw puzzle was on the coffee table and being slowly put together by guests. Kids were playing with the many toys and games there too. And all the other guests seemed to appreciate the Old Stagecoach Inn as much as we did, giving it a community feel. The only cautions are there is no elevator in part of the inn and there was no TV in our large room. However, since we felt we were in a 19th century, Victorian house, a TV would have been out of place. They said they may add a TV, but like us, they were worried that it would look odd with all the antiques. And yes the main building dates to 1820 and a stagecoach inn, but it was later turned into a mansion and even late extra rooms were added. When we toured the Shelburne Museum, a docent at the Vermont inn building said he had helped convert the house to an inn years ago and remembered the beautiful woodwork in some of the rooms.

My best friend and I had a reservation at the Old Stagecoach Inn and had to cancel due to official…read moresevere storm and travel hazard warningsissued across New England. Flights were canceled or delayed, and even the airline sent automatic refund offers for safety reasons. Every other small business involved in our trip, four hotels, Airbnbs, our Turo car rental, and the airlines, provided full refunds or credits. The Old Stagecoach Inn was the only one that refused to offer any flexibility, citing that severe weather is a "foreseeable" risk and that I should have purchased trip insurance. I understand small businesses rely on reservations, but the response from management felt unnecessarilyj rigid and dismissive, especially compared to the empathy shown by other small, family owned Vermont inns. Given how the situation was handled, I would not stay here or recommend it to others. P.S. We don't think extreme weather is "foreseeable" since we had been checking the weather up to a week prior.

A very cute cafe in Stowe. There are only 2 tables that are dog friendly. Unfortunately, the…read moreoutdoor deck does not allow dogs. The staff were friendly. The food was a little overpriced for what you get. I really enjoyed the Huevos Rancheros except there were some burnt home fries. The Eggs Benedict could use some improvement as the pork belly was dry, poached eggs were overcooked, and could use more hollandaise.

The food was ok, but the attitude of the cashier ruined the experience. She spoke in a cold gruff…read morevoice that escalated to anger. It went like this: Her; Whipped cream ok? Me; Can I have the whipped cream on the side? Her: That's odd? Me: It's because it usually melts in the coffee and I want to enjoy it? Her: That's really odd! (You could hear the annoyance in her voice.) Me (attempting to explain) But haven't you ever eaten whipped cream by itself? Her cold judging voice: Yes, but it's still odd! Surprisingly hostile demeanor for a coffee place? Neither welcoming nor comfortable.

My first morning office and it was very nice. I stayed here four hours, arriving at 7am when they…read moreopened and leaving at around 11am. I know it was that long because the limit on the parking meters is two hours and I moved from one in the front to one in the back. Inside, comfortable seating and a fantastic coffee. I started off with a simple cortado that was excellent. Just the right mix of coffee and steamed (not foamed!) milk. The second drip coffee was also rich and delicious. Great service, a neat little hangout here in Barre that was excellent for working on my laptop. Five stars! [Review 1665 of 2024 - 153 in Vermont - 22688 overall]

Espresso Bueno has become one of my go-to spots and for good reason. I have been here quite a few…read moretimes, and every visit has been consistently enjoyable. The service is always friendly and efficient, with a relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay a while. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, perfect for catching up with friends, getting a bit of work done, or just enjoying a quiet moment with a good drink. There's a genuine local charm here that sets it apart from your typical coffee shop. My usual order is the Chai Tea Latte - their house-made chai sweetened with maple syrup and steamed with oat milk. It's rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced. On warmer days, I will switch it up with the Bueno Smoothie, which is just as delicious and refreshing. I often pair my drink with one of their fresh pastries. usually a scone and it always hits the spot. The food is thoughtfully prepared, and the menu offers a great variety of light meals and snacks that cater to different dietary preferences. Espresso Bueno has a way of making you feel like part of the community, and I always look forward to my next visit. Highly recommended!

Good and service were great. Wait list via Yelp worked great too. Well curated spirit menu…read morecomplimented food nicely.

This place has well over 1000 reviews and most of them are positive for a reason! Pro Pig checks…read moreso many boxes and is a must try for anyone in the area. It gets busy and they don't take reservations. They do have an online waitlist but we went around 4:30 and didn't have to utilize it. Our party of 6 climbed camel's hump earlier in the day and showed up famished. We knew this was the right pig out spot for us to refuel from the moment we walked in, smelled the food and saw the amazing ceiling-high bar. The smoked meats were outstanding. High quality cuts smoked to perfection. We had an order of every meat they offer and they were all just as good. That being said, I could go back just for the cornbread w maple butter. My word, it was like eating cake for dinner. The Mac & cheese was ooey and gooey with a nice crispy top. And the cookie skillet was like a party in your mouth. We didn't think we'd be able to finish everything but there wasn't a crumb to be found when we were done. As far as service goes, it was as good as I've ever had at a place like this. Our server was laid back yet always on top of things. We never waited for anything and her timing was perfect. There's outdoor seating if that's your jam. We sat in the large table by the window and got to look out on main st. It couldn't have been more perfect.