Fine Dining
Fine dining in Vermont means top-quality chefw using fresh, local ingredients
“Elegant” and “relaxed” can sum up Vermont and the fine dining you’ll discover in the Green Mountain State. Award-winning cuisines are everywhere in the state, ranging from contemporary American comfort foods to the Continental and global. In places like Burlington, Stowe, Woodstock, Stratton, Manchester, and outlying areas, creative chefs draw inspiration from the majestic surroundings and their seasonal ingredients from local purveyors. You’ll find the classics, and always something new. Choose the ambiance that suits you – by a lake, a snowy mountain or in an historic inn or luxury resort.
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Sunderland, VT
Featured listing: Hill Farm
458 Hill Farm Road 802-375-2269Farm-Fresh Dining Makes Every Stay Even Better.
At The Restaurant at Hill Farm in Sunderland, the menu is elevated and seasonal, from dishes built around fruits and vegetables freshly picked at the market garden just outside the kitchen door to craft cocktails, Vermont beers, and a thoughtful wine selection. Book the room and the reservation together for a full culinary trip. Mornings include a hearty breakfast with every stay, and the alpaca-shaped scones are a guest favorite. Enjoy a boutique hotel stay and a meal at the restaurant that changes with the season. Prepare for real Hill Farm hospitality, and bring your appetite.
Chittenden, VT
Mountain Top Resort
195 Mountain Top Road 802-483-2311Dine at this mountain resort and enjoy both breathtaking views and delicious cuisine
At the Mountain Top Restaurant, indulge in exquisite cuisine admist breathtaking mountain and lake views through floor-to-ceiling windows or on welcoming patios. Enjoy seasonal menus featuring local produce, from artisanal cheeses to pan-seared salmon or beef wellington. Explore our extensive wine list and cozy tavern with pub fare, craft brews, and seasonal cocktails. Conclude by enjoying the fire pit on the terrace - a perfect end to your resort adventure.
Woodstock, VT
Woodstock Inn & Resort
Fourteen The Green 802-457-1100Discover an ingredient-driven dining experience at this Vermont resort
Richardson's Tavern at the Woodstock Inn & Resort is a welcoming, contemporary dining experience centered around seasonality, craftmanship, and locally sourced ingredients. The rich color tones and warm lighting are an exciting departure from a traditional tavern, without being pretentious. The bold dishes, curated wine list, and creative cocktails showcase a deep connection to seasonality, intentional sourcing, and storytelling through food. The seasonal menus reflect the creativity of the culinary team and the best of our local farms, artisan producers, and the resort's own organic Kelly Way Gardens. All-day dining is available at the Red Rooster restaurant, and seasonal, showstopping meals are also served at the resort's Red Barns at Kelly Way Gardens, the Fairway Grill, and Perley's Pourhouse.
Woodstock Inn & Resort has been voted one of the Top 10 Resorts in New England in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards.
Proctorsville, VT
Castle Hill Resort
Junction of Routes 103 and 131 802-226-7361Sophisticated dining atmosphere combined with artfully presented gourmet cuisine
A diverse, beautifully crafted menu and sophisticated surroundings combine to provide guests at the Castle Hill Resort and Spa’s restaurant an unforgettable dining experience. The French-influenced American cuisine offered in a prix fixe, three-course seasonal gourmet meal might include steamed Prince Edward Island mussels, New England lobster bisque, beef Wellington or slow-roasted rack of lamb. The restaurant features local, fresh produce, quality meats and freshly made desserts. And the room they are served in is a true wonder, with the opulent glow of candles against wood paneling, the quiet chime of a grandfather clock and understated music in the background. It’s an intimate, elegant atmosphere in which to enjoy a carefully prepared and presented meal. Ask about the resort’s gourmet getaway package.
Visit our sister property, The Pointe Hotel.
Manchester Village, VT
Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant
39 West Road 802-362-2568Award-winning restaurant features gourmet cuisine served in casual but elegant atmosphere
The lovely location, world-class service, the creative menu: Come see why guests rave about their dining experience at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant. The restaurant features contemporary American cooking in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere. The seasonal menus showcase local produce, meats, cheese and other products. You might start with lobster and brie fondue, moving to grilled local filet mignon. In addition to the comfortable main dining room, there is al fresco dining in season on the covered terrace, with views of the gardens and Mt. Equinox. (The restaurant has multiple Wine Spectator awards for its wine list). Ask about the Vermont Epicurean Experience, which includes lodging, dinner, as well as wine and cheese in your room.
Grafton, VT
The Grafton Inn
92 Main Street 802-843-2248Farm-to-table philosophy guides selections at historic inn’s restaurant, pub
A pioneer in the farm-to-table philosophy, the Grafton Inn offers diners several options to enjoy timeless, hearty dishes that will appeal to every palate. The menu at the 1801 Tavern is sophisticated but not stuffy, with a seasonally rotating menu with entrees like vegetable paella, grilled halibut, duck breast and fish and chips. The historic Pine Room Bar encourages guests to cozy up by the fireplace or mingle at the bar. Pub fare with a Vermont twist is on offer at the warm, appealing Phelps Barn Pub. Originally a carriage house, the “hayloft” now provides an elevated seating area, perfect to enjoy a delightful appetizer and a craft cocktail. The barn also has a seasonal patio for al fresco dining.