Best brewery we visited on our trip. And that's saying something as we hit almost half a dozen. We were in Stowe for the day to see friends and do a few things. We wanted to hit some of their top breweries. A friend who had been last year said his favorite was Idletyme so we hit their first. We wandered through the inside areas in to the back area. That's the spot. Underneath the canopy of trees there sits a long wooden bar. The vibe that day was ideal with the sunlight cutting through the leaves. I got their pilsner and it was the best beer of the trip. An excellent subtle tasty golden beverage. We moved on shortly after to the next spot but I had to agree that Idletyme was the spot. I plan to make it back to Stowe again soon, and Idletyme will be one of my first stops. read more

Idletyme - Haus Pils - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

On August 2, 2026 my wife and I had some free so we decided to stop in Idletyme. I'm glad we did. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside. It is a large, attractive space. They had a nice crowed but we managed to find two spots at the bar. We had a couple of beers and split the French Onion Soup. Everything was very good. Service was good, and prices are reasonable. read more

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Beautifully decorated inside. Very cozy cabin type vibes. Our server was super friendly and went over some of his favorite menu items with us. Gave us a sample of one of the drinks on tap. Delicious food. The braised short ribs were amazing. I ate every last bite. Happy with our visit. read more

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Meh. This is my third time and likely my last. We ordered the cheddar fritters which were very good but the only good thing we ate. We both ordered beers which were good enough. The fish and chips served in a bowl were soggy, I ended up eating the fish out of the batter and left the soggy batter behind. The fries were also soggy bc of the way they decided to plate this dish. The server didn't ask / offer ketchup until we were already half way done eating. I had to ask for an extra plate just to put my ketchup on bc of the bowl format of this dish. (No mention or sight of any malt vinegar either) My bf said the burger was "okay." He wouldn't order it again. Just not worth the $80 bill for me. Disappointed to say the least. Also those metal chairs suck so much! Anyone with a behind finds them uncomfortable. read more

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This place was so cute. We chose to sit inside, because there was no wait for lunch in the inside and there was for the outside and also it was very hot out and we had just been hiking. husband and I both ordered burgers and beers. Our waiter was super nice , and friendly, and accommodating. we enjoyed everything! read more

I came here with a large group on a Friday night. We made a reservation but there weren't many other people there, so we probably would have been fine without it. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. The menu is small. Not a ton of options to choose from. I got the mountain road grain bowl, which was mediocre at best. The chicken was dry and skimpy. The sweet potatoes were cold and hard. The portions were generous (just not the added chicken). I left full but not impressed. read more

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Lots of different beers to try here. Tons of positive energy by the people who work at the brewery. read more

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Came for dinner on a Wednesday evening and had a nice dining experience. Parking in their lot was easy and we were able to walk in and get a table. Workers were all friendly. Inside is large with many different areas to sit in the original area, the bar, outside seating for warmer days and another back area. Inside is cute with a nice atmosphere. The menu has a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches and other entrees. My fork did have a little bit of food debris on it. We ordered the Vermont cheddar fritters and the herb-grilled chicken sandwich. I was starving when I came so this really filed me up! The fritters were crispy and delicious. The crunch and the warm cheese oozing out was the best! The aioli that came with them was delicious, not too spicy. The sandwich was also tasty. The pickles gave a nice crunch and the green goddess dressing was tasty. Overall a nice meal! read more

Idletyme - Herb-grilled chicken sandwich - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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Wow. Wow. As you enter the reception area, the ambience is awesome. Plants, large windows, they hit the mark with the flow of the restaurant! I had the French onion soup and it left me wanting more with trying to figure out why it stood out front the rest! The maple syrup Mac and cheese was incredible! read more

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In the center of Stowe with plenty around if you're in town looking for a meal. I came here in the evening, midweek, during the offseason, and there was no wait. The hostess was friendly and quick to seat. The waitress was helpful in making selections and food came out really quick! I was in and out of the place within an hour but 30 minutes of that was relaxing after the meal enjoying a beer. On the food front the soup of the day hit the spot after a wet and rainy hike followed by some wings. The beer was good, I went with the Cloudsplitter IPA. Overall, if you find yourself in Stowe looking for a quick service and great dishes, checkout this spot! read more

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We came here for lunch and were seated outside, which was perfect. It was a beautiful day and we had a nice view of the garden while we ate. The host and our server were both friendly and welcoming. We started with the Vermont Cheddar Fritter because why not when you're in Vermont. It was cheesy with a good kick and a great way to begin the meal. I ordered the steak frites and the steak was cooked perfectly. The maple onion jam added a nice touch and the fries were crispy and delicious. My partner had the Mountain Road Grain Bowl with added chicken. It was fresh, flavorful, and something I'd love to try making at home. Overall we had a great dining experience and would definitely come back. read more

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We got the mac n cheese, flower child black bean burger, brussel sprouts side and a the greek salad to share for two. Great amount of food, we have leftovers! Wide selection of draft and canned beers/ciders. Great atmosphere with dim lighting, perfect for a date night! Very packed parking lot, highly suggest making a reservation online or you will be waiting a while for a table. Service was quick and friendly. Will be coming back! read more

Idletyme - Mac n cheese, flower child black bean burger, greek salad, brussel sprouts side - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

Service was great, we sat inside. Our waitress suggested the cheddar fritters, they were amazing. I had road house grain bowl with chicken. It was fresh and delicious. Our hotel recommended Idletyme, its very popular so arrive early for dinner. read more

The flight of draft was generous side pours and represented a diverse range of their options. Staff was very friendly and detail-oriented. The decor is beautiful throughout the several sections. One section was cozy, dark on feel. Another was a large fireplace and vintage style bar and the rest was an open, airy, greenhouse reminiscent dining room. The feed menu is well above average for your typical brewery and had both light and comfort food options. In addition to beer there was a cocktail menu. Definitely worth a visit for both the beer and the food! read more

Idletyme - Goddess salad - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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Dropped by for a quick lunch. We had Octoberfest and Dunkel, both great beers! Welcoming ambiance, tasty food, and excellent service by Jason. read more

Idletyme - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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A large brewery with local beer, flights, burgers, sandwiches and salads. They also have chicken, steak and seafood. It was packed with an hour plus wait so we opted to sit and eat at the bar. Inside and outside seating. Good food and beer! read more

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one of the best restaurant veggie burgers I've ever had, and great mocktail options. we also ordered the pretzel bread which thankfully came out instantly because we were starving. our server was super friendly and laughed with us about the difficult hike we had done that day and recommended another one to us. we sat inside because we were cold, but the outdoor space was gorgeous and looked like way more fun. read more

I ordered takeout from Idletyme and can confirm the food is tasty. Even though our order was takeout and came in to-go boxes, the presentation was beautiful. I combined the asparagus with the mashed potatoes and loved how yummy and soft the potatoes blended with the tender asparagus. The mac and cheese was divineeee. Sadly, the french onion soup was too salty and I could not finish it :( read more

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We came here not expecting a lot (just randomly found this place on the way to Stowe) and I was blown away by the roasted half chicken. It was possibly one of the best chickens I've had. The meat was so perfectly juicy and flavorful! At $29 it's a bit steep but I was definitely not disappointed. read more

Idletyme - Roasted half chicken - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

Mac and Cabot cheddar cheese with bacon and Parmesan out of this world so creamy. Great atmosphere and friendly staff read more

Idletyme - Mac and Cabot cheddar cheese with bacon - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

This place is lovely! The food, the ambiance, and the drinks were great! The french onion soup was amazing and definitely a great starter. Would highly recommend read more

Idletyme - Mac n Cheese - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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Sat at the bar and had espresso martinis -- rich, sweet, and really good. The Vermont cheddar fritters with the dipping sauce were to die for! Perfect combo of crispy, cheesy, and delicious. read more

This was hands-down the best bar we visited in Stowe! The outdoor atmosphere is absolutely beautiful, with some of the best seating and bar areas we've ever seen. The fire pits made it cozy and inviting, and the layout made it easy to relax and enjoy the views. The staff was so friendly, helpful, and quick. At the bar outside, we felt taken care of every time. We didn't eat here, but the drinks, fire pits, and overall vibe were so good that we came back twice during our trip. A must-visit spot in Stowe! read more

Idletyme - Great seating & spacious outdoor area - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

Everybody liked the food, wings, fish and chips pulled pork & mountain green bowl salad with all wonderful. Fun outdoor seating quite a few people beautiful day wonderful. Beers very good. Zach did a very good job was very friendly and took great care of us. read more

Idletyme - Beers available - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

Ample seating but they do take reservations. Friendly hosts. Not the fastest but a good pub with pretty basic standard food. The portions are huge. Love the fireplaces and stone designs of the restaurant. read more

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We came in on a Saturday night and were able to sit outside. Our server Mackenzie was immediately amazing and exactly the vibe. The drinks were great and we ordered a bunch of apps, a few people said their entrees were a bit cold but overall it was a good experience. We didn't stay and hang out at it because it was getting a little chilly but they had a cool beer garden in the back that would have been fun to hang at on a warmer night. read more

After visiting, I've decided I want to live here. The vibes are immaculate. So lovely and chill that some guy sitting by the fire actually fell asleep. We sat at the bar and had three very attentive and friendly bartenders looking after us. I had possibly the best Mac n cheese in my life here!! I added bacon and didn't need to because it was already perfect, but bacon can never hurt. I couldn't shut up about how good the Mac n cheese was & I'll be thinking about it for YEARS to come! The aperol spritz was also perfect. Seriously, don't miss this stop! read more

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Love this place it is a staple whenever we come up here. Laura was an awesome waitress took good care of us, the one bartender with the beard is an always so nice to us and gave our dog a bowl of water on a hot day. Only critique is bring back the poutine! read more

I came here two years and despite some changes to the restaurant and menu, the consistent quality remains. This time I split a few different dishes with my party including the Caesar salad, the notch burger, and the fish and chips. I also had the mango mojito mocktail which had a really nice touch of ginger and good sparkle to it. We polished it all off with a shared chocolate cake giant slice. The Caesar and the fish and chips were our favorites. The homemade dressing and non-hairy type of anchovies were great and the portion was nice. The fish batter was light and there were plenty of tasty fries, although I would have liked one more fish (it came as two medium pieces). The burger was good, not exceptional, but solid. The cake was rich but a little boring. The outside seating, with the right weather, is delightful. It was too busy for us even at 5:30 (we did not have a reservation and it was father's day) to get a seat so we sat inside where it wasn't busy. Service was great and food came out quickly. Prices were as expected and overall it was a tasty meal and I'd come back. read more

we happen upon this place when we were in stowe. They have great outdoor and indoor seating with nice weather. They do have a parking lot, it gets very packed but I think they have parking across the street or next-door. I'm not sure. We got seated right away in a really nice table. Our service was amazing! The food was good. We had a really good appetizers. I forgot the name, but it was a fried ball of deliciousness. My daughter liked her chicken. I ended up getting a salad which I really shouldn't have gotten, and I wasn't the biggest fan of it. It was OK I forgot the name of it but overall I would get something off their menu, not salad. My father enjoyed his food. The portions are amazing. They have lots of beers. Overall it's a really fun place to go. I just wasn't a fan of my food. I would definitely come back again. read more

We visited during the day on a weekday. The place was surprisingly busy! We just opted for a seat at the bar because we wanted to try their beer while we were visiting Stowe for a long weekend. The bartender was very very friendly and recommended some great Idletyme beers based off of our usual preferences. My boyfriend can never help himself when there is a soft pretzel on the menu at a brewery, so we ordered the appetizer to snack on while we had some beers. Everything was very good and it was a great, cozy atmosphere! I definitely recommend a stop at Idletyme! read more

Idletyme - Pretzel sticks and beer - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

Food was good. Our server was atrocious, should have spoken to the manager about her. Most people were sat outside the night we came but was a little too chilly for us, we sat in a basically empty dining room. The server was obviously having to juggle indoor and outdoor tables, I don't think she was weeded but just didn't care about us. The lady dining next to us she was a lot nicer too. I got the grain bowl with chicken which was delicious, I didn't think I'd be able to manage it all but I did! Only complaint was the carrots were basically raw not roasted as stated on menu. It was a nice restaurant and I would have gone back the next night but our server was so rude. We hadn't really seen her while dining, she hadn't introduced herself. It was when it became time to pay, and she began to mutter words under her breath, that hammered the nail in the coffin for the terrible service. During our meal as well our server and another began to do their closing duties and were soo noisy picking silverware off the tables, not a nice atmosphere to dine. read more

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I don't have any pics that I can find but they have amazing food and service! From what I can recall I did try thier French onion soup super delicious and filling! They have great burgers and also have the best fried pickle spears I did have a few desserts and alcohol drinks in the past I don't remember the names I think a almond joy alcohol drink which was a hot one but was really good read more

Never gave this place much of a thought despite driving by many times. Checked their menu and decided to try dinner. Service was immediate and friendly. Cheddar fritters app was ordered and was out within 5 minutes hot and incredibly delicious. Dinner followed a short time later, also fresh and hot. Food was delicious, we had fish and chips, chili, and chicken caesar salad. Definitely a new favorite go to! read more

We had the dogs with us so we hung out on their dog friendly patio. The patio was huge and had plenty of Adirondack chairs and fire pits. The beer was great and so were the pretzel sticks. I could have eaten 3 more orders of them. I also had the notch burger - the caramelized onion jam and roasted jalapeno aioli enticed me. Everything about this burger was perfect. Overall great experience and great service. read more

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We visited around 8 pm on Friday night and the place was busy. We were seated right away, but at the table closest to the door. Unfortunately every time the door opened, we got blasted with cold air. The server was very friendly and attentive, our burgers were excellent and the Oktoberfest beer was great. I only wish we were able to stay and try some more of their beers, there were several that sounded great. read more

Idletyme - Notch burger with side salad - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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I had so much fun here! All of the staff working were extremely friendly. It just happened to be the day of their Oktoberfest celebration and they had lots of swag and food specials! The atmosphere was fun and upbeat, with lots of festive decor. My husband and I both enjoyed the beer flights we ordered. For food, I ordered the Flower Child black bean burger which was delicious. My husband ordered the Pub burger which was also yummy. I can't wait to come back here one day! read more

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I give this place a 5 star for the ambiance, food and service and he gives it a 3. For starters if you're from the south, don't even bother looking for sweet tea and if you want tea, be sure to ask for "iced tea" otherwise you'll end up with hot tea. While I would prefer sweet tea, this was the best unsweet tea that I've ever had. The tea flavor itself was so good The restaurant was really packed and they weren't taking anymore walk-ins when we arrived so we were given the option to sit at one of the two bars. The food smelled good and we were hungry so we took them up on the offer and sat at the bar. I ordered the Vermont Cheddar Mac & Cheese and he got the Atlantic Cod Fish & Chops. I could have added pulled pork or smoked bacon but chose not to. It was delicious and the pasta was cooked al dente. His 3 star rating was because he wasn't exactly pleased with the fish. There was more breading than actual fish and it was too greasy for his liking. Also the fries were underneath the fish and absorbed a lot of the grease. read more

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Come for the Fish, Skip the Fries We went to this restaurant thinking it would be a solid choice--the menu looked promising, and the vibe outside was good. The fish portion of the fish & chips turned out to be excellent. Honestly, some of the best I've had anywhere: scalding hot, perfectly crisp, and full of flavor. My wife's baked chicken, on the other hand, was fine--just fine. The kind of meal you forget about as soon as you leave. Beer selection was strong, and the patio was buzzing, though the inside was oddly empty, almost eerily so. But here's where the whole thing went downhill: the fries. I specifically asked if I could get fresh ones, not the ones that had been sitting under a heat lamp. The waiter hedged, first saying yes, then backing off with a vague "I can't guarantee" excuse, even though the place was only about a third full. Sure enough, when the food came, the fries were the dreaded heat-lamp variety. Lukewarm, limp, and tasting like an afterthought. Meanwhile, both my fish and my wife's chicken were steaming hot, which tells me fries here are cooked in giant batches, dumped in a holding bin, and left there until someone orders them. That's lazy food prep, plain and simple. They might as well just serve potato chips and be honest about it. In the end, the restaurant left me with two big disappointments: 1. A non-busy waiter who wouldn't commit to a simple request. 2. A kitchen that treats fries like filler instead of food. It's a shame, because the fish alone was five-star quality. If they matched that care with the rest of the plate and service, this would be an easy four-star spot. As it stands, it's more like a two-and-a-half, saved only by one excellent piece of fish. Needless to say, the tip suffered. Note to servers: Great tips typically follow great service (and food). I usually tip 20% if it's good, 25% when great, and 30% for terrific. For example, the waiter at Piecasso earned a 30% tip, while the waiter at Idletyme earned 15%. read more

Came in on a summer afternoon on a Monday. Not busy at all. Got a table for 12 immediately. Service was great. Separated our checks without an issue. Fried pickles spears and Caesar salad were both delicious. Great selection of beers. Great outdoor bar and patio. Separate dining room and bar area. read more

Idletyme - Fried pickles - American Near Me - Stowe, Vermont