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Sarducci's Inc
Oct 28, 2008 by Dana from Montpelier

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[9] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[7]

• Food and wine.
• Noise factor when busy.

“Wonderful Italian food. Great wood fired oven for authentic Italian pizza. A bit pricey but not a bad value. Nice wine list. Somewhat noisy when crowded because of metal ceiling that bounces the sound around.”

Angelinos
Oct 28, 2008 by Dana from Montpelier

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[8] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[8]

• Atmosphere, price, low noise level, wines and beers.
• Service is slower when busy but just right for socializing before dining.

“Excellent take-out pizza and sub shop but also a very reasonably priced restaurant with great food and quiet atmosphere. Try the Veggie Bake.”

Blue Benn
Aug 23, 2008 by Susan from Middletown,Ny

Overall Rating: 3
Food:[7] • Service:[3] •

• Large menu.
• Freshness of dinner items.

“I was disappointed with dinner. Breakfast is ok. We were served cranberry sauce that had gone bad. Turkey dinner not up to par. Cole slaw that was homemade had a problem. The server was afraid to tell the boss. The reason I believe is because dinners are now slow with limited days. Breakfast is ok, but do not gamble on dinner.”

Blue Benn
Aug 22, 2008 by Susan from Middletown,NY

Overall Rating: 2

• Large menu.
• Freshness is a gamble.

“I was disappointed. Now that business is slow there is less turnover of food. I was served cranberry sauce with mold. The homemade Cole slaw looked good but tasted like bleach. Must have put it in a bucket that was not rinsed well. Turkey was dry and the dressing was a bread rock. We told the server and she was afraid to tell the boss. So we just figured we learned a lesson -- do not gamble on dinner at the Blue Benn.”

East Side Restaurant
Aug 1, 2008 by Holly from Brasher Falls NY

Overall Rating: 10

• View of the lake, love to shop in the gift shop.
• Kind of hard to locate if your not familiar with area.

“We love this restaurant. Our son and his fiance moved here recently, so we always make sure we stop for lunch or dinner. In fact my son's wedding and reception will be held here in October. I am sure it will be done beautifully!”

East Side Restaurant
Jul 20, 2008 by Mary from Northampton Ma

Overall Rating: 1
Food:[1] • Service:[3] • Atmosphere:[3]

• Food is horrible.
• Nice porch overlooking the water.

“Over the last 20 years, we have eaten at the Eastside through the various owners and chefs. Along time a go it uses to be good, but not any more. The food is disgusting, the restaurant is dirty and very unsanitary. The board of health in Newport needs to make surprise visits. The crackers brought to the table with cheese were stale and we think that they pass around the basket to more than one table instead of tossing out the left over crackers, I think they are putting a new cheese cup and putting it on the next guest's table. For starters, the ginger ale I ordered was flat and over priced $1.75. My husband ordered the fisherman's feast with the one crab leg, taste less bland seafood and the French fries on the dish looked like they were sitting for hours under a heat lamp and were greasy and burnt. I ordered the seafood dish in sherry cream sauce on the menu, it was horrible. The sauce tasted like crushed Ritz crackers, with cream, sherry and butter, my husband tasted it and said it was disgusting too. The seafood was old dried up over cooked shellfish, it came with two crostini, a regular item on the menu. The onion soup was lukewarm and flavorless. Now on to the salad bar, first of all salad bars should be banned, this is so dated and just a bacteria pit. The Eastside Salad Bar is dirty, nasty looking food and most of the dishes were half empty and looked like there we sitting there for weeks, I was afraid to eat from the salad bar, in the middle of summer 7/20/2008, the selection should be nice, but it consisted of old radishes, half a dish off colored beets that looked old, some dried up carrot shreds, nothing spectacular. There were several Mayonnaise laden salads that looked disgusting and the on I tried had some oily tasting tuna, I almost buffed it was so bad. The roll tray had one cinnamon sticky set of tongs that looked like they had not been washed in a week. There was not tong for the plain rolls so you either had to use the cinnamon tongs or your hands to pick of the roll. This was a $62.00 screwing. We ate at the restaurant twice this past summer and the last time it wasn't any better. Shame on the Dena Gray for screwing her customers with her lousy poor quality slop that she calls food, shame! Also here waitress over dirty looking too and should were uniforms. I was waiting for the hostess to ask me how the mean was but she didn't ask. Newport needs competition, if there were decent restaurants this one would close up or clean up.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Ahli Baba's Kabob Shop
May 17, 2008 by Kai from B-town

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Good quick menu.
• It could be larger but suites it's services.

“Amazing food, as simple as that.”

Shin-La Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Mar 28, 2008 by Jon from Stowe, VT

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[10] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[8]

• Fantastic food! The owner is a very nice woman. They have good Japanese food, as well.
• Some of the wait staff is quite lame. The atmosphere is a little boxy and cafeteria-like.

“I love the food! I always love to get the spicy squid dish with a side order of kimchi. The Japanese food they serve is good, as well. I love the tempura battered shrimp and the various noodle soups. The sushi was good. The only draw-back is that it really depends on just who is waiting on your table. If you're lucky, the owner will be your waitress. She is very charming. Some of the girls are. Somewhat uninspired. While the ambiance is not nearly Korean enough, the delicious food makes up for it. I'm starting to get really hungry just talking about them!”

Rosarios
Feb 2, 2008 by Chrsitina from Milton

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[10] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[3]

• Quality and taste of food.
• Great for take-out.

“Not a lot of atmosphere, but excellent food! The best pizza and garlic bread anywhere around. Chicken salad made with pure white meat. Delicious baguettes. Rich desserts. Great for take-out.”

Mulligans Of Manchester
Jan 7, 2008 by meggz from elmira ny

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[9] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[10]

• The food's preparation time.
• Space to wait.

“Although expensive, Mulligan's is a family friendly Irish atmosphere with a great menu. Each dish is perfect.”

East Side Restaurant
Jan 2, 2008 by Lydia from Stanstead

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[10] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Great food for a reasonable price.
• May have to wait for a table.

“We love to dine here as a couple, with friends or the whole family. The food is fabulous, fantastic salad bar and nice selection of seasonal beers. Never leave here hungry.”

Rotisserie Restaurant The
Dec 18, 2007 by Gary from Peoria Arizona

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[9]

• The food, service and atmosphere were ideal for family get together.
• It isn't close enough to Peoria, as for frequent visits.

“I have been to the rotisserie restaurant a number of times, both as a resident of south Burlington and more recently as a traveler guest. My family has always been pleased with the dining experience there.”

American Flatbread At The Marbleworks
Nov 21, 2007 by Joe

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• The pizza, ingredients, the beer, weekly message from the owner on the menus, socially responsible messages and the atmosphere.
• Long waits on some nights at the door, although you can sit at the bar and enjoy local drafts while waiting.

“Excellent flatbreads with all natural organic ingredients. Some nights this place is so crowded it is almost impossible to get a seat so be prepared to wait at the door while sipping their own brewed beer. Highly recommended!”

Pizza Putt Inc
Nov 21, 2007 by Rob from St. Albans

Overall Rating: 6
Food:[5] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[6]

• Arcade, mini golf, food, and fun all in the same place.
• Food could be a bit better and too many kids being kids drives me up the wall.

“Pizza was great and I am picky not to be a pessimist but let's be real here, this is pizza putt, not much different from Pizza Hut, the pizza is cooked in a pan and tastes eggy, and it is very low end pizza. The appetizers consisted of frozen store bought French fries the big ones that you bake and are either burnt or soggy, the chicken strips and mozzarella sticks are also quick throw in the oven items that did not come out the greatest, they would be far better deep fried. If you want pizza go to juniors in Colchester or flatbread Downtown and you wont be disappointed. If you want a fun place to bring your kids and have a family dinner with average tasting food then pizza putt is your place.”

Mt Anthony Country Club
Nov 7, 2007 by John from Springfield, MA

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Spectacular setting and beautiful décor.
• Hard to find.

“Even though the property and facility are both beautiful, the prices are very reasonable. Based on the appearance, the staff, and the quality of food I was expecting to spend a great deal more than we did. Multiple menus made ordering easy for my family and the scenery made the stop worthwhile all by itself.”

Pizza Putt Inc
Nov 3, 2007 by Patty from Northfield, VT.

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• I really liked the games, the atmosphere and how clean and nice they have made the place. I like laser tag too.
• Maybe could use a little more park at times?

“Restaurant is very clean and the staff is very friendly. They are usually very busy with birthday groups, but that's expected. I take my kids there to play their hearts out, as I just use the time to unwind. It's like a big baby sitting clinic for me, ha. It's safe too, that's the main thing. Don't tell my kids but I love to play mini golf and their state of the art arcade games too. It's the greatest place in the North East to take kids to have fun. And love that Pizza! It's the best ever!”

Marsala Salsa
Sep 23, 2007 by diana from Bethel

Overall Rating: 1
Food:[1] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[4]

• Ok décor.
• Inexperienced wait staff that had no idea how to service customers, bad food.

“The dish I ordered was so bad I asked the waitress to take it back and I would order something else. They insisted on charging me for the uneaten dish. I've never had to send food back, but this was the worst. I paid and left.”

Muddy Waters
Sep 2, 2007 by Kathi from Fullerton, Calif.

Overall Rating: 10
Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• The ambiance.
• The price of a newspaper.

“As you walk into muddy waters you can feel a since of history in the building. It's an old building with all the charm that comes along with that. Comfortable seating with an ambiance that is magical. The coffee is exceptional and the pastries are good. This is a place where you can linger all day long just watching people come and go. Church street is jammed packed with coffee houses but this one is special by far.”

Hunter's American Grill
Aug 25, 2007 by Brenda from Vernon

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[8]

• The atmosphere was warm and relaxing. The food was scrumptious and cooked perfectly to our liking!
• There were no signs pointing to the restaurant. If you are not a local, it would be hard to know that this steak house existed.

“We were celebrating our daughter going off to college and wanted to have a special family dinner. We were pleasantly surprised! The Hunter's American grill was just the type of restaurant we were looking for. It was clean and had a warm inviting atmosphere. It was decorated like a hunting lodge; the antler light fixtures were a quaint touch. The view of the surrounding mountains was breathtaking. There was a seating area on the outdoor patio which gave a wonderful view, and could be very private and romantic. They have a large lounge area for more casual dining, or the large dining room. There is a fireplace for the cold winter evenings. We had a wonderful selection. We enjoyed prime rib and other cuts of beef cooked to our liking. The dinners come with vegetable of the day, potato and salad bar. The salad bar offered many wonderful toppings such as dried cranberries, golden raisins, sunflower seeds, and croutons. There were assorted greens, marinated artichoke hearts, tender baby beets, tomatoes, cottage cheese, broccoli, carrots & cukes. The meal was hearty and delicious. We were all too full to have dessert, but the dessert tray looked very inviting. The service was great and although it was expensive, it was well worth it. We all had a delightful time and plan to go again.”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Zach's Pizza
Aug 13, 2007 by Jack from Swansea, ma

Overall Rating: 9

• Food and prices.
• Hard to locate.

“We were on vacation, looked up restaurants in the hotel guide and tried Zacks. Would recommend it for casual dinning. Prices are average and food was above average.”

Sweet Tomatoes Trattoria
Aug 12, 2007 by Paul from Plattsburgh, NY

Overall Rating: 7
Food:[3] • Service:[4] • Atmosphere:[8]

• My wifes' salad was very good.
• My salad was a disaster.

“My wife and are retired and travel to Burlington about once a week for shopping and lunch. About once a month, for years, we have had lunch at Sweet Tomatoes. Satisfactory. I ordered the En tree Caesar Salad with Anchovies and other ingredients. The salad arrived with only lettuce, weak dressing, dried out tasteless chicken and nothing else. I finally got the waitress attention and she brought 3 anchovies. The waitress never returned to check on our lunch. The chicken was too tasteless to eat. When the bill arrived I asked the waitress to advise the food prep ingredients were missing from the salad, the dressing was tasteless and chicken inedible. I didn't see anyone who appeared to be a Manager to report my disappointment.”

Colatina Exit
Jul 25, 2007 by Dawne from West Hartford, CT

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Everything.
• Nothing!

“My husband and father rave about the mushroom clam soup. I love all the pasta dishes! We would drive the 3 hours from CT just to go there!”

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Souza's Brazilian Restaurant
Jul 8, 2007 by John from Milton, VT

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[8] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Atmosphere, unique and memorable experience, very good food.
• Small place, understaffed (the night we went).

“Souza's is definitely a different dining experience. It is little small but the decor is colorful, and its size adds to its energy. The ambiance I would describe as "active" and busy. While my wife and had gone there to celebrate our wedding anniversary, I would not describe it as romantic. However, it certainly is memorable and not only do I not regret going, i would recommend it for someone wanting to try something unique. Children are welcome, but I would not really describe it as family-friendly because the atmosphere is a little mature and the space too tight; if your kids are brats, doesn't go here. It certainly isn't cheap but while it is pricey you will eat well and the concept is worth paying for. The food was overall good to very good; there were a couple of stand-out items like the opening of bean soup, the roast lamb, and the grilled pineapple, but the sirloin tips were really tough and the fillet mignon a tad overdone. They service was average; although the staff were knowledgeable and friendly they seemed to be stretched a little thin; I think they would have done better if they were not understaffed. I recommend reservations, although they didn't give me the kind of table I had asked for when I called; instead of giving me something on the side we ended up in the center where the traffic was. By the way, the place was absolutely freezing. Overall if you go with a desire for an interesting evening and good food, you will enjoy yourself.”

Shin-La Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Jun 30, 2007 by Bert from Quebec

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• The traditional, cultural, unique food and experience.
• Nothing!

“-absolutely the most outstanding restaurant I've been to-fantastic food!”

Marsala Salsa
Jun 28, 2007 by Linda from Waterbury/Bolton

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• You are always made to feel part of the family.
• They are not open for lunches.

“Marsalis Salsa is the best food here by far. All of the food is authentic and made from natural ingredients. I've never had a bad meal at this restaurant. The family type atmosphere, relaxed and romantic environment make it a wonderful place for family and friends to gather. Favorites? Black bean soup, and jowza.”

Sams Steak House
Jun 26, 2007 by Hank from Denver

Overall Rating: 5
Food:[8] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[4]

• Food.
• Service, service, service.

“The food was good; the only disappointment was a hard baked potato. The service was awful from the moment we walked in the door until we left. The host was busy taking care of a personal phone call when we walked in and then told us we'd have to wait a minute for our table to be ready, when he decided to wrap up that call (roughly two minutes later) he then sidled around the corner and put our table together. I would suggest dining there well before eight o'clock and don't think of bringing kids. Maybe your experience could be better. Like I said, the food was good.”

Ahli Baba's Kabob Shop
May 29, 2007 by Colin from Windsor

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[8] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[4]

• Great food for a decent price.
• Not conducive to sitting and eating.

“Great place to stop if you like Mediterranean pita and do not mind a hands on approach to good food. Not the best place to sit and eat but that gives a good excuse to grab your food and enjoy it in the park or on Church St. Never had a bad experience.”

Charlies Os
May 18, 2007 by Shell from Indianapolis

Overall Rating: 4
Food:[1] • Service:[3] • Atmosphere:[1]

• Back when I was in my twenties I would have given it a 10+.
• Now in 2007 I would not be caught dead in there.

“Years ago I lived in Montpelier. Charlio's is not a family style restaurant. It is a place to go and get totally wasted. I also have seen some kick ass fights in that establishment. I am only grateful that I lived through that time of my life.”

Steak-Out
May 17, 2007 by James from Newport RI

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Amazing steak.
• It is to far away from Boston to take my wife out for dinner on a Thursday evening.

“I have never been to a restaurant that made me feel so welcome, I felt like I was entering a cult! But, it was not one of those places with bad food and great service. The food was amazing. My steak was so tender. I had a New York strip with crushed peppercorns and a brown sauce on it. To die for! I cannot wait to be sent up to Keene NH for work again. I will make the trip to over to Brattleboro, VT anytime for a steak like that.”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Polka Dot Restaurant
May 16, 2007 by D R from White River Jct

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Friendly service.
• Breakfast/Lunch only!

“A White River Jct classic for over 50 years, it seems that everybody who has ever traveled through Vermont has dined at the Polka Dot! Classic diner layout, classic diner menu, chef/owner has been associated with the Polka Dot for nearly 50 years! The Polka Dot serves generous portions of tasty diner classics by friendly wait staff in the cleanest diner you'll ever set foot in. The Polka Dot is a superb dining value and well worth a visit.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Aj's Kitchen
May 3, 2007 by robbie from winooski

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[10] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Good service good price the best food around.
• None.

“As kitchen is the best place in as to eat at me now I work there.”

East Side Restaurant
Apr 24, 2007 by Joyce from Milford

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Fantastic location and great food.
• There is a wait on weekends, but probably no more than 20 minutes.

“Every time we go to Newport we eat here. The food is great and a great selection to choose from. We have had groups of ten people and they are very accommodating. Plus the view of lake Memphremagog is fantastic. I would highly recommend this to anyone staying in Newport.”

Olive Garden 1520
Apr 2, 2007 by LINDA JOHNSON

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• It was all perfect.
• Just can¿t find a negative word about food or service.

“NA ”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Henry's Diner
Apr 1, 2007 by Sarah from Dover, NH

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[9]

• The food is simply amazing!
• Occasional wait, but nothing compared to other places I¿ve been to.

“Henry's is probably my favorite breakfast restaurant of all time, and I¿m a breakfast kind of girl. Sometimes there's a wait which can be tough if you're standing outside in the middle of winter in Burlington, but tables move fast, service is great, and food is amazing. Food comes out so fast it leaves your head spinning, huge portions, great value for your money. Definitely a must-see if you're in the area!”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Marsala Salsa
Mar 21, 2007 by Paul from Bolton Valley

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[8]

• Chips and salsa.
• Nada.

“Excellent place for a healthy, authentic meal. A well-thought up menu and a variety of dishes from the west-Indies. The salsa and chips are to die for - the first helping is free, while any extra are added to the bill. I think we had three helpings! Check it out.”

Bove's Restaurant
Feb 28, 2007 by Teri from Otterburn Park, Qc

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Love the hotel.

“I have been going to bove's since 1966 when I went to Champlain business college. Every time I go to Vermont - I make it a point to go and bring friends - we all love everything about bove's. I used to be part of the Wednesday crowd! Glad you are still alive and well.”

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Blue Benn
Feb 28, 2007 by Tara

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[9] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Delicious food, good prices.
• Don't take credit cards, small booths.

“This place rocks. The pancakes are huge, plate sized. Eggs are fabulous. Coffee is okay (but I'm a coffee snob). Real maple syrup, lots of vegetarian entrees (tofu scramble anyone?) They don't take credit cards, and a party of 5 and up may have to be separated (booths are small), but otherwise, this place is a gem!”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pizza Putt Inc
Feb 25, 2007 by Jordan from Burlington

Overall Rating: 7
Food:[6] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[8]

• Its a great way to spend an occasional afternoon, all you can eat on Mondays is awesome.
• half of the otherwise very enjoyable mini golf course has been destroyed.

“The food is so-so, the mini golf would be great if they hadn't destroyed a good chunk of the course to put in a laser tag areNA The arcade and laser tag are enjoyable, but all in all the place is a one and done.”

Athens Pizza House Inc
Dec 6, 2006 by Rick from Saxtons River

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[8]

• They have great food and prices.
• They aren't closer!

“This place delivers to my school and me thank god for them. Their food is really good and they have decent prices.”

South Station At Trolley Barn
Nov 22, 2006 by James from Morristown

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Lighting, Buffets and Brunches.
• The step down area where you need to watch your step.

“Good Food Selections, Great Salad Bar, Comfortable Seating and In Line Prices with Equal Quality.”

Pangaea
Nov 6, 2006 by james from Lambertville

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[9]

• The finest food and best service I have experienced.
• Very plain location, high price.

“We went to Pangaea on out honeymoon and had one the finest meals of our lives. The menu was eclectic and the presentation was beautiful. The service was exemplary, no uncalled visits by staff but a meaningful look at the service area brought immediate attention. The food was among the top few fine restaurants I have visited on both coasts. The price was very expensive (of course we had a bottle of fine champagne) but well worth it for a high art culinary experience.”

Mountain Creamery
Oct 25, 2006 by Jay from Minneapolis

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[9] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[10]

• The food, coffee, view from the window and the decor.
• The wait for service was a little long from start to finish but it was very busy.

“The setting couldn't be more indicative of a small New England town main street. The restaurant fills us quickly in the morning, especially during the peak autumn foliage weekends. Regardless, the wait's pretty short and they will actually come downstairs to the coffee shop or outside to tell you your table's ready. The food's outstanding as they use many local products, including organic and dairy/meat from their own farm! The coffee was hot and I believe locally roasted. The decor and wait staff are picture postcard New England and both provided a comfortable atmosphere. The only knock we had was that we had a hard time getting our order taken after being seated and with service during the meal, such as a coffee cup refill. ”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Penny Cluse Cafe
Oct 23, 2006 by Don from Indiana

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• It was all great!
• It is so popular, that it took us 45 minutes to be seated. (But we could have chosen to sit at the "bar" immediately.)

“The best breakfast in town! Wide selection of pancakes (buckwheat, blueberry, pumpkin, and other more unique breakfast fair (the Zydecko was a Cajun bean, sausage, egg and cornbread surprise!)”

Muddy Waters
Oct 23, 2006 by Holly from Germany

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Perfect.
• None.

“Coffees, teas, juices and assorted other snacks and beverages. Wonderful lemonades -4 flavors. Atmosphere suitable to long lingering conversations, and comfortable gatherings. Some sat reading books, others working on computers or in conversation. A perfect coffee house.”

Five Spice Cafe Inc
Oct 23, 2006 by Vern from Indiana

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[10] • Service:[7] • Atmosphere:[8]

• The food is fabulous!
• Small dining room, and overly talkative owner.

“Five Spice Cafe is exceptional. The food is great, and there is a great variety for vegetarians to choose from. Though many of the items on the menu are common (chicken vindaloo, and other Eastern fare), the taste is decidedly not common. We loved the food so much, we went back, and it was just as good the second time around. The one big negative about the place is that the owner is a bit over zealous and it was a bit tedious trying to be polite to him, while at the some time trying to carry on a conversation amongst ourselves. He's quite gregarious and justifiably proud of his restaurant. If you're traveling solo, or enjoy meeting local characters, this is an excellent choice.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Als French Fries
Oct 23, 2006 by Vern from Indiana

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[7] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Cheap, fast and fun.
• None.

“Cheap diner food at its best. Al's French Fries is an old fashioned diner where you can eat all of your fried-food favorites like corn dogs, sausages, hamburgers, onion rings, fried cheese and, of course, French fries. It's almost like a trip to the summer fair!”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Souza's Brazilian Restaurant
Oct 23, 2006 by Don from Indiana

Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[8]

• The food was fabulous and the dining experience was exceptional!
• The only negative is that the restaurant is small, and doesn't have a lot of beautiful furnishings.

“I found Souza's to be surprisingly good! If you go, be sure to go hungry. One price covers all of your non-alcoholic beverages (including choice of guava, mango or cashew juices!), appetizers, entrees and desserts. Just as you finish one food, your waiter arrives with something new to try. When it's all done, you are invited to have seconds of anything you've enjoyed. Souza's is not just food, it is an experience. The grandchildren were excited to try so many new tastes. I didn't count, but I would guess that we had more than 20 foods to try. Most arrived brandished on skewers. It was fun for my grandchildren (ages 8 & 9), my daughter and son-in-law, as well as me and my wife. The conversation flowed and everyone was eager to defend their favorite food as "the best one so far". ”

Panda Garden
Sep 9, 2006 by VT traveler

Overall Rating: 2
Food:[4] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[5]

• Restaurant is clean.
• Service is atrocious.

“Food is ok, but service is absolutely awful. Waiter was extremely rude and aggressive. I would not give them business again.”

0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Daily Planet Restaurant
Aug 28, 2006 by Heather from Atlanta

Overall Rating: 8
Food:[10] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[10]

• GREAT FOOD!!!!!!
• Slow seating .

“I spent 12 days in Burlington on business. We ate at a different restaurant every night. The Daily Planet had the most delicious food in town. I never would have guessed it by the exterior. I still can taste my dish, and its been 3 months!!”

6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

Hatchery Resturant The
Aug 14, 2006 by Amanda from New Haven CT

Overall Rating: 9
Food:[10] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[9]

• interesting flavor selections-great bloody many.
• Service could have been faster.

“The hatchery is a great place in Ludlow . Went there for breakfast with friends while visiting the town. The breakfast menu has your basic breakfast selections but also includes many different selections such as salmon hash and a cilantro pesto omelet that had Swiss and avocado in it. Flavors were wonderful. Small place so you may have to wait in line and my waitress seemed a bit overwhelmed (there was a help wanted sign in the window to be fair) but we were in no rush and the food was great so we enjoyed our experience. I recommend it to anyone that has the time to enjoy a great breakfast (Bloody Mary's and mimosas were great as well).”