HEN OF THE WOOD
Read moreRenowned as one of Vermont's finest tables, Hen of the Wood exudes a rustic and elegant atmosphere. The menu changes according to the fresh produce of the market and also offers a superb selection of local cheeses. Every suggestion always has a pleasant surprise in store, whether it's an unexpected texture, a tangy or sweet note. The chef has a gift for accommodating vegetables that are unlikely or even unknown in France, such as kale or mustard leaves. The wine list is very complete, with Italian, French and American terroirs.
BRATTLEBORO FOOD COOP
Read moreThis coffee shop is no surprise in the trendy urban village of Brattleboro. Indeed, responsible and organic agriculture is the credo of many inhabitants. Many local farmers come here to sell their products. You can eat good organic American sandwiches and pizzas. You can also do your shopping and have a great picnic. The local beers are a plus. It's a great idea to stop here for a refreshment before heading out on the road. It's good, simple and inexpensive.
ANCHOR SEAFOOD
Read moreAnchor Seafood is an institution in Wilmington! Seafood and fish are in the spotlight. In addition to the traditional Maine lobster, you can enjoy duck à l'orange or Alaskan crab. Many of the specialties are fried, but you can still find fish more or less steamed (and covered with sauce). Not very dietetic, but effective! The restaurant is housed in a nice typical New England house. The room is warm and, on sunny days, we take advantage of the few tables on the terrace.
DOT'S RESTAURANT
Read moreLocated in the former city post office, in a building built in 1832, the Dot Restaurant has become over the years one of the city's must-see restaurants. The dishes are copious and inexpensive. Ideal for an American breakfast before strolling the streets of the city. Try the French toast, US version. Take the opportunity to do some shopping on Main Street, where you will find small art galleries and pretty craft shops (Quaigh design center, or Young and Constantin Gallery).
SHANTY ON THE SHORE
Read moreIf you miss Maine seafood, this is the place to be! In addition to the must-have lobster roll, try the shrimp scampi: a giant shrimp pasta dish with garlic, lemon and shallots. The menu is entirely ocean-oriented and offers all the specialties of New England. Lobster, clams, oysters and also haddock, scallops or shrimp. For carnivores, the restaurant also offers meat dishes. Everything is served in a marine atmosphere.
A SINGLE PEBBLE
Read moreVoted Vermont's best restaurant in 2004, Single Pebble still holds the top spot ten years later. Its recipe for success lies in fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques... from a Chinese restaurant. Here, you'll enjoy stir-fried noodles, crispy chicken in sweet and sour sauce and, of course, dim-sum. To sample as much as possible, order several dishes to share. Beware, portions are generous. The room is small, so reservations are recommended.
CAFE PROVENCE
Read moreAfter many years of roaming the hotels of North America, French chef Robert Barral put his pots and whips down in Brandon. He treats the guests to French specialties in a large dining room in the colors of Provence: black olives, sunshine yellow and Provencal fabrics on the windows and on the seat pancakes. The establishment offers a lighter menu, both for the stomach and for the wallet, at lunch: salade niçoise, mussels marinières, fish & chips... In the evening, the chef goes up the range with more elaborate dishes.
WARREN STORE
Read moreThe Warren Store is the perfect place to eat on the go on the pleasant little terrace overlooking the river. There is a good selection of omelettes, muffins, burritos and bagels for breakfast. Also a variety of sandwiches prepared right before your eyes and soups for lunch. The building also houses a shop where you can find wine, beer and cans as well as clothing and jewellery. Make a stop to stock up on supplies before heading back on the road.
PETER HAVENS
Read moreThis welcoming restaurant has been a fixture in Brattleboro for some twenty years. The founders handed over to young chef Zachary Corbin in 2012. The Vermont-born chef modernizes classics such as filet de boeuf au poivre and magret de canard sauce bigarade. He also explores unlikely, but no less tasty, avenues. All in all, it's a rather successful meal, to be enjoyed under the canvases of contemporary artists on display for a few weeks. For oyster lovers, head next door to Peter Havens' Oyster Bar.
BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD
Read moreA marine atmosphere for this restaurant, as much on the menu as in the grey-blue setting enhanced by a little red to brighten it up. The result is rather chic. Chefs Douglas Paine and Christopher Lataille let their inspiration sail with the tides and revisit the great classics of the coast: crab cakes, Maine lobster in bouillabaisse, fish & chips, swordfish "ratatouille"... Meat lovers are not left out with a copious duck confit. Nice wine list, with some good French bottles. It is rather successful.
THE MAD TACO
Read moreThis small establishment is more of a take-out snack than a restaurant. You will nevertheless find some high tables to enjoy your meal. If the weather is nice, why not take one of these delicious Mexican specialties prepared with care by young locals and enjoy them on the banks of the Mad River? The food comes mainly from local farms. Lots of organic pork preparations. Tacos, enchiladas or burritos are tasty and far removed from the tasteless chain dishes that exist in the country.
HENRY'S DINER
Read moreWelcome to the Burlington Dinner Temple. The establishment, open since 1925, has been run by the same family since the 1960s. The decor hasn't changed in a long time and the yellow skai bar stools or the long blue bar plunge us into swirls of twist and ice cream so 50's. On the menu, only the classics - from hamburgers to homemade corned beef - can be enjoyed early in the morning or during a lunch break. Coffee is all you can drink, of course. Take a seat in a booth or along the bar, and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere.
THE PITCHER INN
Read moreThis restaurant, housed in a beautiful mansion that doubles as a hotel, close to the Sugarbush ski resort, boasts rustic mountain charm, with rough-hewn wood and a fireplace. The tightly-packed menu features starters and main courses in tune with the seasons. Meat cuts are tasty and cooked to perfection. Portions are generous, and the wine list is second to none. In fact, every month, the restaurant puts the gastronomy of a particular country in the spotlight with its dedicated chef and selection of wines from that country. See website. Reservations essential.
CLIFF HOUSE
Read moreThis mountain restaurant with its rustic decoration enjoys an exceptional location. We are really close to nature! Here you can enjoy a delicious cuisine and, thanks to the large bay windows, enjoy a totally unobstructed view of the surrounding mountains. We love the rustic atmosphere of the establishment. The menu is mainly inspired by the Austrian influence that can already be found in the chalet's architecture. Strudel can be tasted, but don't worry, there is also chowder.
HEN OF THE WOOD
Read moreA hushed atmosphere and jazzy music for this restaurant that puts meat in the spotlight. Cooked over a wood fire, meat lovers are in for a treat. The menus change every day, and are based on top-of-the-range products purchased from local suppliers. Nothing comes from far away, thanks to a network of producers, artisans, breeders, bakers, etc., united by a common ethic of respect for the environment and sustainable practices. Vegetarians will also find plenty to satiate their appetites. The selection of Vermont cheeses is well worth the detour.