Wow. I don't take this lightly- one of the BEST restaurants I've been to in Vermont. Full of…read moreflavors and dishes that I've never had and super authentic cuisine. The restaurant is right on the water and has the most beautiful interior and great staff.

I was surprised to see a Cuban restaurant in Burlington Vermont. We went for dinner, but I think I…read morewould go for lunch the next time. I asked for croquetas but they only serve it for lunch. We didn't want to eat too heavy so we ordered the shrimp appetizer which was good, and for entrees we ordered the shrimp with yellow rice and tostones. It was very tasty not quite my Cuban flavors. I wonder how the other dishes taste. It was delicious and the ambiance was nice. The service was slow. Waited awhile for drinks and appetizer. It's a nice restaurant with Cuban vibes. However, the taxes are ridiculous! An admissions tax, tax on alcohol sone other tax. About $13 worth in taxes plus the tip! We were told it's a Burlington thing. It's not reasonable and it should be looked into!

We really enjoyed our dinner here while in Woodstock! Everything on the menu looked so good that we…read morehad a hard time deciding what to get- the best kind of problem to have. There are so many interesting Latin/Caribbean fusion dishes. We started with the plantain cups filled with chicken sofrito and pineapple salsa- yum. We also got the rolls, which came with a cilantro olive oil that was very tasty. They were good, but not sure I would get these again- they were a bit pricey for two rolls with olive oil. For our mains, I went with the classic arroz con pollo, which was so good, just the perfect comfort food. My companion got the guava-glazed pork shank, which was incredible- I don't think I have ever seen anything similar on another menu! The cocktail menu also had a lot of fun options- I got the guava martini, which was excellent. It is a bit difficult to make a reservation- you can only call or email- but it does seem like the type of place you could probably get a table if you walk in, and we got a response almost immediately after emailing to request a table. I'd definitely visit again if I was in town!

This had to be one of the best meals we had while in VT. Everything was stellar. We started with…read morethe veggie empanadas. Then I had the salmon dish (pictured). It was the best salmon dish I have ever had. The flavors were amazing. I crave it. It was cooked perfectly. Everyone looked their meals. Our waitress was so friendly & helpful. Five star all the way!

A Cuban food restaurant run by Cubans with excellent flavor, superb service with a little Cuban…read moresalsa flair, and unique servings which reminded me of my country of birth. We had a wonderful experience with family. For starters, the restaurant doesn't face Lebanon Street, but you enter Currier Place and the restaurant is on the ground floor of the rear of the building. They do take reservations, and use Toast as their service, or one can make them directly on the restaurant's website (still using Toast as a platform). Our reservation was honored on the spot, and we were seated near a window with full view of the restaurant ongoings. Our server was from "Villa Clara", a Castro rename from the centuries old Santa Clara province and provincial capital city. And of course I had to avail myself of their excellent Mojitos. Hors d'oeuvres quickly followed and they had just made a batch of Croquetas de Jamón which lasted seconds. Then the Yuca Frita, and the Empanadas de Carne. Cuban empanadas are unique and quite different from Chilean or Argentine ones, seasoned differently. One Mojito led into a delicious Margarita and the entree order. My spouse ordered the Ropa Vieja, a monumental seasoned and shredded meat that came with the ubiquitous Congrí a black bean-colored rice dish. I had the Masitas de Puerco, the marinated pork morsels in a sofrito sauce heavy on the garlic. Ohhhhhh yes.... A dish that I hadn't had since 1967 when I left Cuba as a child. I added a ration of tostones which came unstuffed just as I wanted them. Dessert was the Arroz con Leche, and this one was genuine, and the Pan de Calatrava, a custard-type rice dessert that made our mouths water.... A supperb evening and a promise to return to this wonderful place.

We were so lucky to find this charming spot a block off Main Street. The staff were so warm and…read morewelcoming. We had just arrived to town from a 10 hour trip to meet up with a friend and weren't really that hungry. No problem! They set us up with drinks and told us to make ourselves at home. The inside was nice and cozy but we chose to sit outside on the patio where the lit up lights on the umbrella for us which was a nice touch. After about an hour, we ordered several plates of food to share and it was all delicious. Ernesto took care of us along with another delightful woman. They really seemed to understand the concept of hospitality. We will definitely be back to this place. I can see why so many others have this place 5 stars. They deserve it!

I don't know if I would've expected this kind of place in this location. Definitely Tex-Mex…read moreinspired, and I think they carried it off. So while no Bobby Flay, I think they met their goal, hence the five stars. I had some excellent flank steak. Chips and salsa were really fresh and good, although it was more of a pico de gallo and so a little messy. We had the charbroiled jalapeños to start in. Those are pretty good. My daughter had the grilled chicken, Caesar, and enjoyed it. Overall, the atmosphere was a little fine dining, but still pretty chill. There was enough interesting Options on the menu that I would go back in the area.

We made a reservation (they accept 1 week in advance) for a party of 8 and it was ready early,…read moreaccommodated well and couldn't have been more pleased with its location in the restaurant. We asked up front if they split the bill individually, they do not, but we were prepared with our own plan, so I encourage you to do the same. The Bullhouse was nice inside, a casual eatery with a Mexican leaning flare. Everything was enjoyable and everyone was happy with their drinks, appetizers and meals. They have a small vegan menu, which could be better, but our one friend was very happy to see that they had one at all. Service was smooth and the place had a nice energy. We were thankful for them taking good care of us and hosting our group. If you're in Chestertown it's an easy recommendation to make. Enjoy!

So good... I am a total skeptic for Mexican food in VT, as I am a Texas and am used to really good…read moreTexMex. I was beyond impressed at how good that the food was and this is now my go to for Mexican food in VT. The owners are also so friendly and personable -- which is great bonus!

Pricing was good, portions were also great for the price. I will say that the consommé was fairly…read moreoily compared to any others i've had in the past. But I will be ordering again to give it another try!

I've been to other mad taco locations but this was my favorite! Food was fast, service was…read moreexcellent. The quality of meat every time is outstanding. I ordered the kids quesadilla and still walked away with a to go container with HALF! always a must visit when we are in the area.

Nice location in an old stone building next to Otter Creek. Portions were generous, however, BIG…read moredisappointment. For $85 lunch, I would expect better...and that is what 2 tacos each and 2 margaritas cost. The margaritas never saw a tequila bottle, I think they had to be a mock-tail. The meat was extremely greasy, which you could see on their glass door, which was disgusting btw. The pineapple salsa didn't taste like pineapple...had no taste and they would have done better by opening up a can of Dole's canned pineapple. I did not try the additional hot sauces because my husband did and told me they were nasty!!! Also....attention......if you have a disability don't count on using the bathroom.....no grab bars and the lock on the restroom doesn't hold. WILL NEVER BE BACK and I would suggest not to go if you truly like good food......and really....not having an ADA bathroom....come on...totally clueless.......AND, IF YOU DON'T HAVE CASH, THEY WILL CHARGE YOU AN ADDITIONAL 3%.....

We went here with some friends and kids and enjoyed a nice meal inside. The outdoor seating area is…read morealso cool and we enjoyed our food here. It also came pretty quickly. Food wise I like that they have a few choices for kids, although it's too bad they don't have a non-spicy ground beef option for kids. We split a special and the Ahi Tuna Tostada, which was tasty, although I wish the tuna portion was less meager. Smoked wings were decent and were spiced differently than others that I've had. Portion size was fair. Overall pretty positive experience and I'd come back to this location and/or explore the others.

BLUF: the food is good but not great. A bit pricey for what you get. Friendly service…read more Two of us went here for lunch on a sunday. We ate at the bar, and the service was very friendly. Got the carne asada and al pastor taco dishes. The carne asada was tasty but quite chewy, definitely overcooked. The al pastor was very tasty and if I went back that's what I would get again. I do think the price is a bit steep. The tacos are pretty small given the price you pay for them, and for just a basic lunch for two of us with tacos and a drink came out to $50 with the tip. The service was friendly, and the view is very nice although frankly in this part of Vermont is hard to find a place where it isn't nice.

I love Mexican food. I've enjoyed it in all of its various sub-genres for decades. I've eaten…read moreOaxacan in San Antonio, off the backs of taco trucks in San Diego, and in straw thatched huts all across Mexico. There's no way I'm finding decent Mexican in northern Vermont, right? Well, ok, there's one for sure: Trail Break in White River Junction. But it's a Wednesday, and they're closed. Besides, we were just in Burlington, and the nearest city on our route is Montpelier. Ok, what's what around here? Cute little city. Cool buildings. And hey, there's a place called Mad Taco. Let's give that a try. The logo is John Tenniel's timeless portrait of the Mad Hatter, with added tacos on his plates. Nice touch, and I almost missed it. And now I have Grace Potter's cover of White Rabbit stuck in my brain... "Feed your head!!" Grace Potter is from around here, no? I bet she eats here when she isn't basking in Rock Stardomness. Wife and I ordered burritos, hers was carnitas, mine al pastor. We also put in for chips with guacamole. A simple dinner fare to be eaten in the front seat of our car before we start putting on more miles on our way back to Western Mass. The guy behind the counter was super cool, and helpful too. Food only took about 10 minutes or so. He set us up with everything we needed to eat take out, and I snagged a little to go cup of mild cilantro sauce (#3 on the spicy scale, not super hot) The burritos were both enormous and delicious. (Interruption from the future, I've been eating the leftovers for 2 days. Still good, nom nom nom.) My only hint of "c'mon Vermont, you can do better" was the guacamole. While the chips were astounding (lightly salted, hand fried tortilla rounds you break apart yourself, crispy perfection.) Their guacamole was just, "meh." It was mostly just squished avocado. I don't think it had any salt, lime, garlic, or anything else in it. There was a lot of it for the price we paid, but very plain. I'm not sure if that's to cater to local tastes? Like are the regulars afraid of a little jalapeno? Hard to know. If it's me, I'm punching it up with a touch of adobo, just a little hot sauce, maybe a squeeze of lime, some salsa? Your mileage may vary. That said, I don't feel the guacamole is more than a half star drop, and I always round up. Have I gone mad? Completely bonkers. But I'll tell you a secret. All the best taco joints are... Mad Taco, I give you a mercurial 5 stars! Well done.

Great food, we had the smoked chicken burrito bowl. Love it. Really nice people. The smoked chicken…read morein my burrito bowl was so tender and had great flavor!

Best friend pickles in the country! The portion sizes you're given are incredibly generous for the…read moreprice, and it's super delicious.

From the owner: Best Food Truck in Town. Located in Whiting, VT. Excellent Customer Service. read more

Excellent fried chicken strips! The sauces were also great. My new favorite food truck.read more

Chicken is out of this world good. Breading is great and chicken is cooked just enough, not the…read moreusual dried out-overcooked stuff you find elsewhere. Mac n cheese? Outstanding (even though I still make the best ever at home lol)! Their homemade dipping sauce is really good as well. I've been waiting all winter and missed them opening yesterday. Maybe a grand opening weekend every year for us working folks? I'll see you this week sometime for lunch.