Cozy. Bustling. Central. Snow Shoe Pub's your classic aprés ski bar/restaurant with greasy pizza,…read moreendless comfort food, and a great bar that's bustling on ski weekends fueled by busy bartenders and waitstaff. Live music and TVs covering every possible game you might want to enjoy keep things lively and a separate game room and huge tables makes it ideal for families. Located at the epicenter of Montgomery, Snow Shoe's an ideal walkable destination for those visiting town or skiing Jay Peak. I see some older out of staters complaining about 10m waits or strange service stories from a decade ago and all I can say is to get over yourself. Snow Shoe's the epitome of the perfect ski bar/restaurant that doesn't pretend to be fine dining with online OpenTable reservations, just your perfect ski pub, pizza/burger parlor, and watering hole for those who enjoy a cold beer, great conversation, and the kind of rustic, rural vibe that upstate Vermont and places like Snow Shoe deliver.

Always a staple when we are staying in Jay peak! Wait staff is awesome! Food is great! Highly…read morerecommend!

I have been here often and had excellent experiences each time. Food has always been reliably good,…read moreand service has always be great. It has a really nice vibe, and the decor is lovely. They are doing a wonderful job, and I am so, so glad they didn't come and go like the other restaurants in that spot before it. You probably knew that from the other reviews, but I have another reason I am writing this. I came here with my husband one night months ago, and he got a cocktail that had cherry and bourbon as the main flavors. I stole most of it from him :D. It was so good that every time I get another cocktail somewhere else, even if it is good, I just wish it was the cherry bourbon one. So, if you're there and they still have it on the menu, I suggest you get it. And if the establishment is reading this, my vote is to keep that one around.

The good: the server & the chocolate cake…read more The bad: the wait. There were 4 of us. We were told it would be a half hour; not too bad. We got our little buzzer and we were told to stay within a half mile. We sat outside across the street on a bench. We watched numerous groups of 3+ go in and not come back out, which means they were seated. When, after 40 minutes, we were called in, none of those groups were at the bar. Kinda makes you wonder. We ordered cokes. $5 each and got refills, but when the bill came was shocked to be charged for every refill! We spent more on cups of Coke than the actual effing meal!!! Ordered the steak medium. It was rare. Oh well, was hungry and didn't want to wait any longer. But it was good. Buffalo chicken cheese curd fries were good, but chicken was dry. The cheesecake was not tasty at all. The burger was "mid," according to my son.

Awesome tavern up on the hill in Newport, VT. This place has it all classic home town ambiance ,…read moregreat food and an excellent drink selection including a variety of local beers!! Despite the dreary weather we felt welcomed upon arrival. Our server was friendly and responsive. For my drink, I ordered a Vermont beer staple, Switchback, which was one of the local drafts on tap. For my meal, I ordered the shroom burger which was both delicious and filling. My wife ordered the popular poutine appetizer for her meal. It was huge and tasty! I recommend the Tavern on the hill to anyone visiting Newport, VT!

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.

This restaurant alternates between very good and average food depending on the person doing the…read morecooking. I am happy to report that in the summer of 2024 the food is really good. As you enter the building, the rest rooms are . downstairs to your right. If you stay upstairs and go straight, the bar area will be on your right and the screen porch will be on your left. The bar area is loud and has a number of golfers who have finished their rounds having drinks. The porch area is much quieter and has a nice view of the golf course. It is also screened so you have fresh air. We chose the porch. We were told that the fish in the fish & chips was fresh, so we both ordered it. While we waited, we enjoyed an Edward beer from Hill Farmstead. Our lunch arrived in around 15 minutes and it looked great. The fish was haddock and it was cooked perfectly. The outside was crunchy and the inside was hot and moist. The taste, with the tartar sauce, was excellent as well. We thought the french fries were very good too. The cole slaw, however, was just average. The weather was perfect and the view was beautiful. The service was also very good. That's why this year they get five stars.

West of Newport proper, this restaurant sits in the middle of a golf course at an altitude that…read moregives a magnificent view of the town and the surrounding countryside. We went for lunch, evidently a slow time because there was only one other couple in the place. Despite this, the service was quite slow. Fortunately, the wait gave us a chance to enjoy the view. The food was good but not great, particularly as the interior was do well furnished and set up that it seemed to promise a truly elegant dining experience.

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.

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.

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.

Wonder selection of beer. Great food choices, each dish has a story. Chili dog was out of this…read moreworld! If you find yourself in Morrisville, this is a must stop!

Stopped in on a Thursday evening during mud season and had a really nice time. Tried a tasty cider…read moreand a couple of well-made microbrews along with some snacks--everything was solid. The best part was the people. We ended up chatting with the brewmaster, who's from Mexico City, and he was super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. The owner was also very warm and friendly and made us feel welcome right away. We also happened to walk in during a salsa dance lesson, which was a fun surprise--definitely not something you expect to see in rural Vermont. Overall, a relaxed, welcoming spot with good drinks and interesting people. We would return.