Having visited Silver Fork in Manchester on a number of occasions over the years, I finally…read morerealized I've never written a review. Well, now is the time. We re-visited the restaurant recently for our 40th wedding anniversary, and I think it's only fitting to offer a view on what is best described as a bastion of excellence and gracious dining in Manchester village, Vermont. Situated in a refurbished former library building, the Silver Fork's setting, decor, and dining experience is indeed textbook flawless. Inside the upscale eatery evokes mid-century Moderne, a setting for the once popular Madmen TV period drama series; tony, chic, but hardly ostentatious and overbearing. On the contrary the high ceilings, lighting and space combine to offer that frozen glimpse of earlier elegance but alongside very contemporary culinary offerings. Table spacing accentuates a good use of space. We started with a "Rubies are Forever" Pomegranate cocktail with Pomegranate boba. The menu is large but not overbearing; a good mix of meats, legumes and fish. Equally the starters are enticing. French Onion soup is amazing but on this occasion we both chose the Duck egg roll with a special peanut sauce. Simply extraordinary and with generous duck portions. For an entree, my wife chose Mahi Mahi Fish, beautifully prepared over plantain. Despite being tempted by a brisket with horseradish sauce, the evening special, I chose the Ratatouille. Why? Prepared properly, this is often hard to find. The Chef's presentation of the southern French staple, was beautifully interpreted, accompanied with some goat cheese. We accompanied our meal with a glasses of red wine. For desert we shared the incomparable Caribbean Bread Pudding which is always a hit here. Allow to me to say our server Lynn showed a genuine experience both in the menu and wine list along with a pleasant disposition. We equally had the opportunity to chat with Melody the co-owner who, along with her husband Chef Mark, described their culinary Odyssey before coming to Vermont years ago to establish Silver Fork. Silver Fork presents a genuine chef-prepared culinary experience both in terms of cuisine as well as ambiance and flawless service. We'll be back!

I had been visiting Manchester Vermont on March 24, 2026. I was extremely fortunate to have made a…read morereservation for dinner at the Silver Fork. First I must comment on the beautiful job that the owners had performed in transforming this Library into to a paradise for eating. Tables are spaced far enough apart that you feel that you are having a private dining experience. The art work is beautiful and arranged tastefully. The wait staff are courteous and respectful. You can tell that this is an upscale restaurant as soon as as you are seated. The food is the best I have ever had. I have dined in many Michelin starred restaurants but the food at The Silver Fork is beyond reproach. I must say that the cocktails are on the same level as the food served. I can't wait to return to Manchester so that I may once again experience this perfect meal. Diane & Larry Katz (NJ)

I enjoyed a couple breakfasts here while I was staying at the inn…read more The food was good - I had corned beef hash and poached eggs both times - and the service was friendly. The coffee could be better. I preferred the tavern room to the garden room, but both were fine options for breakfast. Eating at the Dorset Inn Restaurant was a nice way to start the day.

We really enjoyed our dining experience at the Dorset Tavern. Melissa was our server and she was…read moreexcellent, great attention to detail. For starters we had the Dorset bakery rolls. To be quite honest I would skip these, the rolls are not all that special. I have had rolls similar to these and for free when I've dined at other places. We also ordered the roasted butternut goat cheese and it was good. For our entrees I had the Dorset burger and my girlfriend had the buttermilk fried chicken. Both of our entrees were delicious. The burger was served with bacon, and cheddar cheese. I also had some sweet potato fries. The burger was cooked perfectly and it tasted very good. My girlfriend really enjoyed her chicken, she said it was fried perfectly, it was very moist. To end the night we had the chocolate pecan pie! I highly recommend the pie. It was perfect.

Love this place the food the ambience the service were all first rate, cant wait to go there again!read more

We absolutely enjoyed our brunch at this place. You should definitely make reservations. The…read morerestaurant is very cute with several dining tables inside and more outside. For starters we had the bread service which was several pieces of toasted bread served with a flavored butter. For our meals I had the Curate burger and my girlfriend had the Salmon toast. Both meals were cooked perfectly and expertly served. We also had a blueberry crepe dessert which was out of this world. The service was exceptional. We will definitely be back.

We visited The Copper Grouse for breakfast and dinner multiple times throughout our stay in…read moreManchester. Our key takeaway - very worth the higher cost for delicious food! For breakfast we enjoyed a bagel with lox, the breakfast sandwich and the eggs Benedict which we would order all again (in fact we did haha). For dinner we had a few wings and salad one evening and a more formal dinner for Valentine's Day. We had the lobster ravioli and the Braised Short Ribs which were absolutely fantastic. What made the experience that much better was our waitress Kate. We requested to have her a second night because of how fun, helpful and accommodating she was to us. On Valentine's Day a few things that could have put a damper on our evening were handled very professionally and we really appreciated it. Kate, if you're reading this, thank you so much for making our time visiting The Copper Grouse such an enjoyable experience!

We stayed in Vermont for the weekend and while I wanted to stay at the Taconic it was a little too…read morepricey for what I had in mind. However, we made it to their restaurant and it did not disappoint! The Copper Grouse had a very enticing menu so I was excited for this dinner. We started with the beef tartare app which was SO good that I cannot stop talking about it. I would typically go for a tuna tartare but this was excellent! For dinner, I ordered the Garganelli pasta dish. It was light and creamy. And ended the meal with one of their dessert specials that had white chocolate raspberry ice cream with strawberries - it was delightful. The restaurant itself was pretty cozy. Lots of high top and standard table seating along with a bar. They offered outdoor seating on the porch as well. There was also a fire pit set up outside with plenty of Adirondack chairs - I saw people drinking by the fire but I'm not sure if food is served in that area. Our server, Molly, was awesome!! Next time we are in Manchester, I plan to stay here - it's close enough to walk to town and the hotel / restaurant are highly recommended!

We were staying at the Hampton Inn in Manchester for a weekend of shopping. Seasons Restaurant is…read moredirectly across the street from the hotel and was recommended by the hotel staff. The restaurant has a dining area and a nice sized bar was playing the Celtics game on this Friday night. My daughter tried one of their signature fall drinks. It was a lemonade cider with the whiskey. She could taste the whiskey, but said it was very good. I have a gluten allergy and was excited to see gluten-free onion soup as an appetizer. I got that and my daughter got the baguette bread with butters. Both were excellent. She said the garlic butter was just delightful. I got the petite fillet with crab meat and shrimp cooked, medium rare. It came out perfect. The mashed potatoes were delicious and grilled asparagus was cooked perfectly with a nice seasoning. My daughter got the chicken Parm over fresh ravioli with a vodka sauce. She said it was excellent. There was gluten-free cheesecake on the dessert menu but when I ordered it, the the waitress said they had a different cheesecake that evening that was not gluten-free. Nonetheless, my daughter got the Brulé flavored cheesecake and said it was delicious. We highly recommend seasons restaurant if you're in the Manchester area.

We thought it would be a great option as it was conveniently at walking distance. Excitedly we went…read moreto this place, went to the side door per their instruction but a note on the door told us they are closed--as in shut down!!! Why are still advertised if they are closed?!?!?

So I recently put together a snowboarding trip to Stratton Mountain with a crew. We had a blast but…read moreeventually we had to head back to the city. While heading back I saw my favorite place for breakfast! Bob's Diner! I had some eggs, potatoes, toast and a pancake which was all delicious. The crew had a breakfast burrito, sunny side up eggs, eggs Benedict and more. In the end everyone enjoyed their breakfast. The prices are very reasonable too. In the end the food was fantastic, service was fabulous and as far as ambiance, it had a great vibe. It's like you're back in time at the soda shop! Has this throwback vibe that I just love! So if you're in the Vermont area check this spot out. I'm sure you'll enjoy your meal and have a great time!

Best breakfast! Well worth the drive from Stratton mtn. It was busy but we were seated quickly and…read morepeople were in and out quickly. It was bustling and had the old-diner feel. I got the farmer bobs skillet and let me tell you it was delicious ! Not greasy and all and it was so tasty. It was cool to watch the line cooks hammer away at the orders. They had a great system and seemed to communicate well. It was probably the best food I ate my whole weekend in VT.

Amazing, went for a walk in on February Saturday night for 2 and got seated at the bar. This is…read moresuch a cozy place to eat and the food is delicious and decently priced. I would highly recommend visiting. Lobster bisque, pot roast, crab cakes and elk sausages were amazing!!!

Whenever we go to Manchester my husband insists we have to have dinner here. Historic building…read moreAmbience is Colonial charm and all of the comfort food you can imagine. The staff are very nice and go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable

A really nice breakfast/lunch spot. The type of place you order at the counter and they bring you…read moreyour food. The food is really fresh and good. They have both indoor and outdoor dining. A really cool spot with great baked goods.

Really cute place with a little store and eatery. There was a pretty extensive sandwich menu- we…read moredecided on the Dorset Peddler and the crispy chicken wrap. The sandwiches were hot, packed, fresh, and flavorful. They came with seasoned crispy chips that made the perfect side. There were also a ton of desserts to choose from that all looked fantastic- we decided on the pumpkin cheesecake. The pumpkin on top was made of pumpkin-flavored frosting which I thought was a cute extra touch. The cheesecake itself had great texture. I wish it had more of the cream cheese frosting and I wish it was a little less pumpkin spice tasting versus just pumpkin. Overall a very cute place everyone should check out!

Zoey's is always a hot every time we go! Went this weekend per usual and enjoyed the Steampot! The…read moredinner staff is always nice and seem to like working there. Don't skip this place!

We stopped in while visiting the area for a ski trip and were so glad we did. The cheeseburger was…read morebeautifully executed -- perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully assembled. The house-made chips were crisp and addictive, and the bread pudding was warm, rich, and the perfect ending to the meal. Service was genuinely friendly, and the local-town charm makes this place feel like a true find. A standout spot after a day on the slopes -- we'll be back.

This gem of a boutique hotel is Vermont charm at its finest! Conveniently located, its atmosphere…read moreis one of subtle elegance, rather than an in-your-face trendiness or a standardized, impersonal corporate look. The rooms are showpieces; the worst room here (not that there is even a "worst" room) is better than the best room anywhere else, with comfortable mattresses and many thoughtful touches throughout. (And there is a delightful quirkiness in placing antique furnishings, having just a kiss of weathering, in an immaculate setting). The staff make you feel right at home, and are a wealth of knowledge about local goings-on. And Chef Sigal works magic that truly must be experienced to be believed! The grounds are beautifully landscaped and are a delight. This has quickly become our favorite place to stay in the area (possessing, as it does, that indefinable something called "taste").

Great welcoming service and excellent food. The atmosphere is warm and upscale without being formal…read moreor stuffy. Would absolutely come again next time we are in the area.