Stopped in on a Friday during the live music. It was really nice, not too loud, mostly classic…read morerock. We had kids with us and thought we might need to find another place to but it was fine. The fare was on the nicer end for a tavern while still being moderately priced. A good selection of drinks too. We got the poutine, bbq sandwich, scampi special, and a wrap. The bbq was a little too saucy for my preference but I might be in the minority there. Id definitely try again.

We finally had a chance to try the Tavern after moving to town a while ago. Delicious food. We…read moredidn't order any alcoholic beverages, so we can't speak to that. The service was friendly but a bit frantic. The Tavern is quite noisy. A quiet conversation cannot be had. Next time we will order take-out.

An iconic pub in the Jay/Montgomery area. Perfect ambience and good food. Perfect apres ski spot.read more

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. The service was extremely slow from the…read moremoment we sat down--we waited about 10 minutes before anyone came over to serve us. Our server also forgot about our bread and look 30 minutes to serve it to us. She also seemed to be moving at a very slow pace throughout the meal. The spaghetti was especially disappointing. It had no flavor. Even the drinks were shy. Overall, the food and service both fell short of expectations. Based on this experience, I unfortunately won't be coming back.

Cozy dining room, creative menu, and great service! Highly recommend if you're in the area.read more

One of the best evenings we have had in the past ten years. No question about it. Ranks with fine…read moredining big city restaurants. With the dismal and abominably warm winter New England has had in 2022-2023 ski season, we decided to go as far north as we could without crossing the border with Canada, so we lodged and had a superb weekend at Jay Peak, VT. In addition, one of my college classmates and Air Force career colleagues lives in nearby Montgomery Center, so he recommended the Black Lantern and it was one of the best recommendations ever. First of all, the history. Montgomery VT has the most covered bridges in a single town jurisdiction in the US. The area had a role to play in the War of Independence, when construction on the Bailey-Hazen Military Road to Hazen Notch began in 1777 as a way for the Continental Army to invade Quebec. Hazen's Notch Road begins a few blocks from the Black Lantern. The Inn was built in 1803 and remained as an Inn until it closed down in 2015. A group of concerned citizens bought the historic property, remodeled it, bought another building to expand the business, and reopened it in 2018. Its six rooms in the historic lodge and the four suites in the annex, allow for vacationers to stay in the historic town with close proximity to Jay Peak. But this review is for the dining. The truly fine dining offered here. We made reservations and they were honored on the spot, considering the restaurant was certainly busy. The beautiful, cozy and early American decor matched the ambiance and persona of the place. We got together with our friends and were seated in a wonderful location with privacy. The Black Lantern has joined into the farm to table movement and it shows in the amazing, fresh and abundant food available at the venue. Their beef and pork come from a local natural farm a few miles away. So does their lamb, coming from a local farmer. Their chicken is local. Their cheeses are from several Vermont producers including the ubiquitous Cabot Cheese, but also the Boucher Family Farm, the Jasper Hill Farm and the Vermont Creamery. Fresh vegetables come from nearby sources. The local and fresh sourcing of their food shows in the quality and taste of everything on the menu. And then there's their beers.... Local breweries and micros make an extensive part of their menu. Burlington's Fiddlehead, Zero Gravity and Queen City, St Alban's 14th Star beer, and Essex's First Republic. Their ciders are sourced from three locations in Vermont and even they carry wine from local producers. And their coffee is fair trade certified and roasted in town by Big Jay Roasters. The meal was impressive. We started the evening with Fried Yuca infused with truffle oil - succulent, and their Fried Brussel Sprouts that came encrusted with bacon, Gorgonzola and Parmesan cheeses. Crispy, tasty, superb. Then the salads for everyone. Fresh, crispy, beautiful. And it was time for main courses. I had their Chicken Curry stew which turned out delicious. Two of us had the lobster ravioli, made on the premises and as one of our group said, "heavy on the lobster" with not much filler. And then the steaks. About a pound and a half, perfectly seared with marbled pink inside. Truly amazing. Sadly, we had no room for dessert. With amazingly generous portions and two shared appetizers, we were stuffed. But what an evening. Service was impeccable.

This is one is tough to review. For its location, it probably deserves 5 stars but take the…read moreproduct and serve and place it in any major city and the rating would surely be much less. The beer menu is undoubtedly awesome even in a sea of awesome beer menus in northern VT. Given its proximity to hill farmstead, they get their share of beer connoisseurs here and no one walks away disappointed. Throw in the fact that they are kinda in the middle of nowhere and it seems impossible. Kudos to Parker pie for their beer procurement! The pizza this time was just OK. BBQ chicken had hardly any chicken but the crust was nice and crispy. My previous 3 visits felt like it wasn't quite as busy and the food came out better and hotter than this particular time. We went on a Thursday and it wasn't slamming but the back bar was pretty full and they had a parking attendant to help you get to a spot in the small lot. There was an open mic but no one stepped up while we were there. The back bar area is pretty tight. There is some outdoor seating as well. Everything was fairly clean and the staff were attentive and polite. In the end, I'm torn between 3 and 4 stars but am rounding up because the beer menu is so good. If you're in the area, it's definitely the place to be but I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to go there since it's a bit off the beaten path.

Parker Pie was a really good dinner option on a Thursday evening in July 2026 when it was just…read morestarting to rain. It's about a 15-minute drive from the north shore of Lake Willoughby. You'll see a general store - Parker Pie is the red building on the back side. It has lots of pluses. First, we enjoyed the open-mic night with live music on Thursdays from 6pm-9pm. Second, the pizza was OK but the salads were superb (the blue cheese was from Jasper Hill Farm in Greensboro, VT). Third, Hill Farmstead beers are on tap (which were very high quality). On the minus side, the "back bar" area had limited seating (it was quite crowded). Service was OK. You must order first and pre-pay at the front (giving your name and seating location), then wait for the staff to bring your pizza and salad to you. Be sure to pack your patience - it can take a while for the food to arrive if it's crowded!

The food is amazing- we have gone again and again. The cocktails are strong. The service is…read moreexemplary- some of the friendliest servers I've met, and fast. The lighting, the view of the lake and the choices for seating are also wonderful.

Not as bad as we expected. We stopped by for appetizers and drinks, and the food was actually quite…read moregood. Our favorites were the Cajun fries, the charcuterie board, and the skewers. The cocktails were decent, though they could have been better. Overall, it was a good experience. You would definitely come here for the views.

just wow. We are…read morefrom Boston MA, the food and drinks here are better than most places near us - and i'm not exaggerating. The loaded tater tots were the star of the show, i'm not kidding when i say this was one of the best dishes of food ive had, probably ever. The cheese sauce is perfect, and the bacon is the perfect salty touch. The burgers are delicious, onion rings were too. The homemade chicken tenders are incredible, indescribable and just perfect. The espresso martini was one of the top 3 i've ever had, and i know a thing or two about espresso martinis. Every single table was full when we got there at 7pm on a Monday night, no shock there & we still got sat right away and had excellent service throughout the entire night. The vibe is chill, lowkey but still modern. This is our second time in the Newport area, and our second time at T bar, it will definitely not be our last. This place is always a highlight for our trips, i could not recommend this place more.

The customer service is out of this world!! You will always be greeted warmly with a smile and the…read morefood is epic!! You can't go wrong with the lobster roll and a new special, the prime rib sandwich was delicious!! The desserts like this tiramisu, plus raspberry pie and cheesecake are wonderful additions to their usual peanut butter pie and chocolate chip cookie skillet. The margaritas are second to none and I always order one !! Put the TBar on your list of places to eat whether you're dining alone, with family or a group of friends! I promise you will not be disappointed.

We had a perfectly fine early dinner here…read more The pizza was a little oddly shaped. Thicker and a little doughy in the middle and a bit too thin and crackery on the outside edges. It might have just been how it was spread that one particular time. The pizza itself tasted good though. The drinks were good, and no complaints on the service. I'd try again and see if the next time is better.

Stopped in after spending the morning in Canada, so we were in the mood for poutine and this place…read morecooked! We ordered poutine and a couple pizzas and thoroughly enjoyed it ALL (seriously you had to roll me out). The Vermont special was 10/10. My kid, who doesn't like crust, ate the crust! Everyone was so nice from the time we walked in (we looked lost) to the time we left. The vibe was chill- country music on the radio.

Excellent food and mudic was good but liud for us. Service…read morewas friendly and it us nice to have a place to go clise by

The food is amazing. The hours are a little wonky because it said they were open 7 AM to 3 PM and I…read morewent at 11 AM and they were closed. The staff is nice and the ambiance is really good.