We were just driving along these curvy rural roads in Vermont when I happened to see a sign for…read moreSolo - a Farm to table restaurant. We followed it to the 18th century farmhouse in Londonderry, VT. When we got there, it was not open so I took out my phone and made a reservation on the spot for dinner in two days. Since this was the week before our anniversary, we decided to treat ourselves to this experience. The menu left us guessing at first. There was no delineation of appetizers and entrees. When it was explained to us that items at the top of the menu were considered appetizers because of the portion size, it was a little clearer. But we were still left guessing what was the portion size of these items. We thought we would start with the sourdough rye. It came piping warm with smoked butter. The smoked butter had a bolder taste than your typical sweet cream butter. He wanted the House Made Orecchiette which was a duck sausage but our server said it had a bit of spice but would be manageable. Thankfully, she asked the chef and reported back that it really was spicy so he changed his order to match mine which was the Seared Labelle Farm Duck Breast. Labelle Farm is where they sourced the duck. I love that they know where their food comes from! We both enjoyed the duck immensely. It came with Solo's very own farm fresh vegetables. For dessert, we ordered the cheesecake with blueberry compote. Someone brought it with a candle and said, "happy birthday or anniversary." Nice that they put a candle on the cheesecake but I did say it was our anniversary on the reservation. I guess that kinda ruined it for me that she didn't bother to look what special event we were celebrating. The meal was lovely. The farmhouse setting was quaint. You hear all the footsteps of the hardwood floors whenever someone walked. My only critique was that it was VERY warm inside. There was one window that was slightly cracked open but no breeze was felt. It was so warm that we had to ask for ice in our water. I think our meal would have been more enjoyable if we weren't sweating our way through dinner. I guess 18th century farmhouses didn't have air conditioning.

If a restaurant wore its heart on every aspect of its existence, from front door to menu, from…read moresweet cocktails to melt-in-your-mouth sourdough...this obviously well-loved and carefully tended place would be the best kind of example. Dining here was an experience of being nourished in every aspect, including the food that was mouthwatering, delicious, and fresh from the land that the charming old home sits on. Chloe stopped to chat with us at the end of our meal, giving our already memorable meal an even more personal and heart-warming experience. We felt so lucky to have enjoyed a meal at this very special place atop the hill in South Londonderry!

For the 2nd time in a couple of years I stayed at the Upper Pass Lodge as part of a ski trip…read more Located at the base of Magic Mountain in Londonderry, Vt. it is conveniently about halfway between Okemo and Mount Snow where we had planned to ski on the Epic Pass. Upper Pass is a very nice ski lodge with a nice Vermont feel. The room was spacious and clean and in addition to the main bedroom there was a smaller bedroom with bunk beds and a sink. The decor was nice without being overbearing. Plenty of room, good TV, a desk and couple of comfortable beds. The bathroom was fine with a good shower. There was a small coffee maker in the room and they also stocked the room with some breakfast bars. The rooms do not have a refrigerator or microwave. In the lobby of the lodge is the Red Slate restaurant and bar which are not open on Monday or Tuesday. There is also a nice living room with a fireplace, couches and lots of games. Upper Pass Lodge is an excellent option if you are looking to stay in the Londonderry area. The lodge is welcoming and friendly, it has a great feel as an independent hotel, plus on the times I have stayed it has offered outstanding value for lodging on a Vermont ski trip. Okemo is about 1/2 hour away and Mount Snow is a bit further. The Upper Pass Lodge does hospitality right.

In Londonderry VT we stayed here for a weekend in March to ski at Magic Mountain. It is walking…read moredistance to the mountain, it is clean, the on site restaurant and bar are awesome, great food, and the staff is very friendly. The downside is it extremely loud, we stayed on the first floor, the people above us, we heard every step, like the floor makes cracking noises. It is dog friendly, nice, but when someone leaves their dog at 8am and it barks incessantly, not cool. An update of the pillows would also be nice.

While in Vermont for a long weekend, we decided to give Red Slate a try for dinner and we are still…read moreso grateful we did! We sat at the cozy bar overlooking the lodge's living room area with its roaring fireplace and enjoyed our generous and delicious drinks. Vinny hosted us with perfection, bringing out mouthwatering burgers with hand cut fries that were perfectly seasoned. The ambience around the bar was so inviting and we took in the football game and enjoyed chatting with the other guests and Vinny as well. All in all it was an experience we won't long soon forget! Quintessential Vermont!

Previously reviewed. Remains quite good, although I miss prime rib night…read more Service is always good, specials are worth paying attention to, and we always have a very good meal

Honestly (and surprisingly) one of the best burgers I've had anywhere. Perfectly cooked to MR,…read morejuicy, good size, tasty bun. And fries were hot. Really a five star burger.

Staying at Trailside Condos at Magic Mtn, welllllll, aaaahhh, was too lazy to drive anywhere for…read moredinner so walked to the Tavern at Base Lodge. Arrived at approximately 7:30 PM, looked like all the tables were occupied but found a seat at the bar. The live music was LOUD. The bar was hopping, bartender was right there - with 'what can I get ya?' - Malbec & a menu...no we don't have it...ok, I'll take the Pino noir & took a few minutes to peruse the menu. The vino arrived very quickly & I was ready to order. ordered New England Clam Chowdha & Chicken Pot Stickers. My chowder arrived at 7:57 according to the photo. Chowdha - ok, more potatoes then clams, flavor was ok and then I waited for the pot stickers...& waited...& waited......at some point another bartender approached and asked if I need a refill on the vino. I said no, but were are my pot stickers? I've been waiting for 45 minutes, are they driving to Chinatown, I said...sorry I'll go and check as she sailed into the kitchen sunset never to return. The original bartender came back asking about a refill, I just shrugged my shoulders and mouthed out POTSTICKERS?...OH, I'll go and check...well at least she returned and refilled my vino. Shortly after, my 6 potstickers arrived in a basket. I try my first one...ok it's deep fried not pan fried but ok, kind or lukewarm on the inside. The dipping sauce was tasty. Ok tried another one, this one is kind of cool on the inside. Took the third one and cracked it open, it's cold & pink on the inside. THIS IS CHICKEN! pink? Called over the bartender and said it's pink on the inside - her response (precious)...they're frozen and pre cooked, NO! I said, they are cold inside & raw...ok she whisked it away...few minutes later another waitress come back with my original basket (re-fried with the split dumpling) & kind of snottily shoves it it front of me and said - sorry it wasn't hot enough for you. The time was 8:59PM. Could not take any photos since my phone died by this time. I must admit, she did take the Potstickers off the tab. Some advice DO NOT ORDER Potstickers! They're on a very s s s l l l o o o w w w boat from China or someone's driving to Chinatown somewhere There is nothing remarkable our outstanding about this establishment

We had the best meal at Jakes. It was a rainy Sunday and we just wanted a light meal while we…read morewaited for the storm to end. We got a caesar salad, french onion soup, wings and cheesy garlic bread. Each dish was better than the last. The caesar salad was so flavorful, the lettuce chopped in small squares and just the right amount of dressing. The soup was hot, savory with a hint of sweetness, and coated with cheese. The wings were 75 cents each and cooked perfectly. And the cheesy bread was the best surprise. I expected like 3 small sticks, but it was like a deep dish pizza cut up in about a dozen squares, coated in cheese. I loved it! We'll definitely go back again.

Our one and only visit was, let us say, uninspiring. The service was incredibly slow and the meals…read morewere not great. Let's say, pedestrian would be a high bar for Jake's.

Food was incredible, ambiance was perfect. And the woman serving us was so knowledgeable and kind…read more Some of the best Italian food I've had in a long time (and I've been to Italy). Sometimes the food by mountains suck because they know you're trapped but this was fantastic. (Also, I had the vanilla fig spritz to drink and if it's on the menu when you go... it's a must drink)

An ever revolving door of chefs! Inconsistent and inedible the past couple of yrs. The prime rib…read morewas a usually a staple and now only available on Saturday. Which means locals have to endure tourists and reservations, since the midweek option is gone the way of the dodo bird! You think after Jay Eastman (Eastman Kodak) spent all that money to rehab, he'd put some care into how it's run and the quality of well the food! Guess not! Like most places in the area, plumbing new depths of mediocrity on a daily basis.

Tonight I had the salmon with parsnip, Squash and tiny…read moreroasted onions. Everything was presented and prepared to perfection. I don't know who the chef is but I was extremely impressed. They also have one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Great fries and impressive onion rings. There are so many good dishes on the menu that it's hard to decide. I love this place.

We drove up to VT to stay with friends and decided to have dinner at this place. The barn is two…read morefloors of dining and bar area. It definitely has a rustic decor which lends to the experience. We went on a Thursday which is the burger and brew special which I took advantage of. My girlfriend had the charcuterie. She always loves a good charcuterie. I ordered the white bean, chorizo chili burger. The best part was that it came with the beer. Unfortunately, I was not pleased with the chili burger. I was expecting a real good chili taste and it was actually quite flat. The onion rings were good. We did enjoy dessert which was crème brûlée, the pieces of almond gave it a very nice texture. The service was good. The waitress was quick and helpful.

Four of us popped in for lunch and had a great meal. Our salads were fresh and crispy and the…read moreburger was top notch. The fried green beans were a surprising option but a terrific choice. We tried a blueberry maple smash cocktail- and wow, it was good. Anne, our server, was cheery, information and provided excellent service. It's a great lunch option set in the Weston Village- a step back in time when you walk in to the old fashioned bar and the rustic wood floor, beams and nostalgic photos that remind you of the history of the Vermont Country Store and Weston. It's adorable and the food was great.

While we had a very nice time shopping in the Vermont Country Store itself (spent quite a bit of…read more$$$$), we unfortunately cannot say the same about our experience at Mildred's. It was a real disappointment because we had been saving our creemee experience for this location. The Gen Alpha who was working was brusque and unfamiliar with the concept of customer service. She messed up one of our orders and had to redo the whole thing (such a waste of food). Obviously that in itself soured us, so maybe our review of the ice cream is already biased, but it wasn't that great. The maple/vanilla twist with sprinkles was only OK and definitely not as creamy as we have had in other locations in Vermont. The maple milkshake had a terrible consistency and proportionality--it was way too liquidy with the wrong balance of maple (too much). Green Mountain Bummer! We will likely be back because we loved the store and got so much great stuff. We hope that staff will be friendlier and that more attention will be given producing quality product.