Located on the main floor of the Champlain Hotel by Hilton Curio, this place was an exciting and…read moreworthwhile destination for its oysters happy hour from 4-5pm daily. At $2.00 a piece we feasted on a family favorite and followed up with delicious small bites. We enjoyed the smoked wings either homemade buttermilk dressings. Meaty, just crispy enough with that smoky goodness. I also enjoyed the crab deviled eggs topped with salty roe. Four pieces of yum that was loaded with protein and filling. Ambiance is very much like the classic wood paneled, casual elegant dining room of a tasteful cruise ship; lots of elevated nautical motifs. Fun and lively bar area.

OYSTERS are top notch.. hubby threw down 2 dz, then a fisherman's plate. He and I were very…read morepleased. Extremely fresh, expertly prepared, great drinks and wine list, and a really nice atmosphere. Easy park! The original skiff checks all the boxes for me.

Having worked in the hospitality and travel business for over four decades, I'm pretty picky. I…read morecan't remember ever being impressed by a hotel restaurant. Bleu is a rare exception. Located in the Courtyard (Marriott) Hotel, only a stone's throw from Lake Champlain and close to the center of Burlington, VT, the restaurant sits just off the lobby. I made a dinner reservation and we was seated by the window with a view of the park with the lake beyond. Off to a good start. My Dirty Martini was spot-on. The perfect balance of Tito's and brine. Only missing the 'bleu' cheese olives. I often order a second appetizer as my entree. My starter was carpaccio that was outstanding. The microgreens were a nice touch. The mussels (appetizer) that I chose for my main course were small in size but ample in portion and were the perfect choice for me. My husband chose the cheese platter for his starter. It was disappointing. Two slices of bleu cheese. Should have been three different ones for $15. And no VT cheddar? Not much imagination here. His Steak Frites was OK; the quality of the beef could have been better. We shared the spinach watermelon salad which was fresh and delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Overall, we liked this restaurant and will return.

The breakfast was good. Even though the place was busy, the service was very good and we had coffee…read morerefills. The restaurant itself is very lovely next to the lake.

Classic steak and seafood restaurant with nautical vibes. Lots of food and drink options. Our…read moreserver was very accommodating with our questions and requests. You are served warm bread with butter when waiting for the food. We ordered steak au poivre and broiled salmon with rice with Caesar salad to start and enjoyed everything and left full.

Interesting part is the place is nearly ten minutes walk from my hotel I'm at & staff there…read morerecommended this one & in many I see why. I was in before dining began at 5P but got me in easily & got me a booth for myself & began with rolls (they little later than butter but wait) & had two rolls & then I got my entire which was a broiled seafood sampler featuring haddock, scallops & shrimp in garlic butter/lemon slice & though got through it because there's leftover seafood pieces in butter used the remaining rolls & a petite chocolate sin cake & perfectly for the finish. Nearly fifty years in the business & this bunch does the job right regardless of meat, seafood, banquets etc they got you set plus atmosphere in the place is another great thing as well.

Unlike many "ethnic" restaurants, Kismet definitely qualifies as "fine dining" due to the attention…read moreto detail in the food, the comfortable, elegant surroundings, and impeccable service. Everybody I interacted with - greeter, waiter, food runners, etc. - were friendly, neat, and professional, which along with the great food made a memorable dining experience. I had no trouble making a 6:00 Saturday reservation earlier that day but it did fill up while I was there so it was probably needed. Though there were some seats that remained open at the bar, so walk-ins might be accommodated there. It was a nice bar, with a very pretty stained glass table lamp on the counter and a very cool-looking bartender adding flair to the otherwise conservatively-attired staff. The menu is extensive and very Turkish. Even the wine list: every wine that I checked was Turkish. I know nothing about Turkish wine but the one I did try (many available by the glass) was enjoyable. I tried a cocktail too; a Turkish Cosmo, made with a Turkish pomegranate syrup. This was good too, tangy and not too sweet. For beers they offer ones from Turkey, Vermont, Mexico, and Connecticut. I was happy not to see any major American brands offered. I don't usually comment on prices, but they seemed slightly on the low side here, for everything: drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. I am not complaining! I started with the Cold Meze Platter appetizer, recommended for 2. (Too much for 1 so I took some home.) Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Turkish Salsa, Hadari, and Stuffed Grape Leaves. Everything was very good, and the fresh-baked still-warm hadari bread it was served with was perfect with it. The Baba Ganoush was exceptional, chunky in texture and smoky in flavor. From the very extensive entree section I chose the Surf and Turf: skewers of swordfish and lamb, the latter cooked to order (it came out a perfect medium-rare as requested). The skewers, which also had green pepper and onions, was served with rice, bulghur, grilled tomato, a lemon wedge, and a salad of cabbage and pickled onions. Both the swordfish and lamb were marinated and had lots of flavor. The sides were good too. The portion size was generous and I didn't quite finish it, taking the rest of it home along with some of the appetizer. After finishing my entree and my wine, and taking in the ambience of this relaxing, blue-walled space, it was time for dessert. Among the 8 choices (a refreshingly large number) were 3 kinds of baklava. I went with the Fistikli Çikolata (chocolate, pistachio, and hazelnut) If, like me your experience with baklava has mostly been the junk found on the counter of numerous pizza houses (stale, dry, and overly sweet) this is nothing like that and will change your opinion. The three pieces made a fairly large portion but it was so good there was no question of leaving any behind. This was also offered with Turkish ice cream but I didn't get it that way. Many more things to try here. I hope to return soon.

Love this place! The food is always delicious and the service is also very good. The grilled…read moreswordfish is always my go to order but their lamb is also a must try when you go!

We were lucky enough to walk in and get seated right away as a large party on a weekend evening…read more Service was friendly and quick in taking our orders, refilling our waters, and bringing our food out. Sitting outside gave us a gorgeous view of the waterfront, and the round tables with deck chairs were comfortable and perfect for letting everyone in our party talk to each other. I shared the lobster roll and fish and chips, and both were prepared well and came with a generous amount of french fries. The lobster roll was marked as market price ($34 when we went) and was about 3oz of lobster meat. It wasn't the largest restaurant markup I've seen, but it also wasn't a great deal. The fish and chips was a fish filet covered in bread crumbs instead of the usual thick batter. It felt similar to fish sticks was a good balance of tender on the inside and seasoned on the outside. I would come again for the lovely views and to try their other menu items. A few members of our party got tacos which looked good.

Delicious food (good oysters, non-greasy and generous lobster rolls [although remove the lettuce],…read moredelicious soups), friendly and fast service, very accommodating of an exhausted couple and a toddler.

The bartender was telling me that Frankie's was listed by Boston Magazine as one of the best…read moreup-and-coming restaurants in the U.S. when it first opened, and they're clearly still living up to that standard. I ordered the Something Fun cocktail, which was fruity, refreshing, and beautifully presented with blue salt speckled around the rim of the glass. For dinner, I had the whole trout in a dill sauce with a side of purple cauliflower. Everything is locally sourced, and while the menu features a few staples, it changes daily. Each menu is date-stamped, which I'm obsessed with--it's a great reminder of how fresh everything is. Vermont generally has a great local food scene, and I really appreciate the thoughtfulness behind the ingredients, presentation, and overall quality. Frankie's is a restaurant I'd highly recommend for groups, family dinners, date nights, or even corporate dinners. I'd love to come back and explore more of their wine selection. The staff is incredibly welcoming, happy to chat, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Expect to spend around $75 per person for a meal, a side or appetizer, and one drink.

Burlington local, first time going to Frankie's. Only hear good things about it…read more Pros: service, quality/freshness of food The service was top notch from when we first entered until we left. We were immediately greeted and seated. They helped take our coats/hang them for us. We were always closely attended to and given time if more was needed. The homemade pasta dish we got with greens and mushrooms was fantastic! My bf liked the shrimp appetizer/smaller dish and we all liked the trout, but it seemed a little mushy/overcooked. Cons: loud/bad acoustics, dim, portion size(only for one specific dish) A little hard to hear inside when it's at peak capacity. Was at dinner with a group of four and it was quite hard to hear the person diagonally across from me the entire night. Lighting was a little too dim for my personal liking but others may not mind(for example, it was darker inside than it was outside at 6pm). Food was overall very good. The disappointments were a clam dish we couldn't even first find any clams in and then the two people who got them when we divided up the dish only got two each! And the side greens, seemed overcooked and were over-salted. Would definitely try it again would recommend to others.

I love this market so much. You can tell they are really into their food, and have a good amount of…read moreinteresting items. They have a nice wine selection and a monthly wine club, too. However, the one thing I keep going back for is surprisingly just the Chicken Salad or Tuna Salad sandwiches. They are incredible, and always taste amazing.

The food here is fantastic! The Jambon-Beurre sandwich was so good! I do love anything on a…read morebaguette, and theirs are exceptional. It wasn't too busy when we were there, thankfully, although I've heard it can be. The service was very attentive and friendly. The prices are quite high, so be prepared!

I spend at least $200 a month here I LOVE THEIR MEAT QUALITY IS SUPERB!!…read moreStore is lovely clean and well designed. They are eager to give you advice and they have sides to add to your meat selection..

***They stopped making deli sandwiches about a month ago (6/2025)***. Just FYI…read moreSeemed like nice folks and the meat selection looked good