11 Best American Restaurants near Barre

“Wonderful food! All of it!“

“Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen is one of those places that manages to do everything well. Whether you're stopping in for cocktails, dinner, or happy hour, the entire experience feels polished, welcoming, and consistently enjoyable.

One thing I love is the bar seating area. It's a great spot to grab a drink, catch up with friends, or enjoy a meal without committing to a full table. The cocktails are excellent, and their happy hour is definitely worth taking advantage of.

The food is where Cornerstone really shines. The salads are fresh and flavorful, and the crispy Caesar salad is one of my favorites. Sometimes a Caesar salad can be forgettable, but this one absolutely isn't.

The steak was cooked beautifully, and the truffle pasta deserves its own recognition. The truffle flavor is rich without being overpowering, and it's one of those dishes that immediately makes you want another bite before you've even finished the first one.

The atmosphere is warm, the staff is friendly, and the food consistently delivers. Overall, Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen is an easy recommendation and one of the better dining experiences in the area.“

“We showed up in a huge RV last minute and Darryl was very kind to get us a spot with a big group and dogs. The land is beautiful and there are trails out back for walking or riding bikes. Fire ring provided. Very quiet. If you’re camping in tents it looks like there’s some spots off the trail with tree cover, privacy, soft grass and flat. Lovely people and spot. Thank you!“

“First time eating here. Food is amazing. Staff very friendly and great service. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“generally a decent place, but tired of it just being closed constantly with no explanation, especially of recent. hasn't been open ONCE since before and after Thanksgiving. not too many alternatives in the area; Aradas is HIGHLY overpriced and subpar and Aztec is very mediocre for the $$$. please open up again.“

“Every time I've been, the menu has been almost entirely different and I've ordered a wide sampling from the menu. I've test to have a single bite of food that wasn't thoughtful, intentional, perfectly prepared, and delicious. The bar program is also fantastic, as is the service. I cannot recommend this spot highly enough!“

“Bent Nails Bistro has been reborn as Bent Nails Roadhouse, and the new location down the road in Middlesex is pretty groovy. We tried the burger, kale salad, and French dip sandwich, and all were tasty. We’ll definitely be back for more. The larger space also provides even more room for the creative and eclectic artwork, which is worth checking out on its own. Lots of cool pieces and a great overall experience!“

“Derrick is the most personable bartender in Montpelier and I’m SO HAPPY that Hugo’s brought back my wedge salad. Love the vibe here. Love the live music. What a gem💜“

“I went to the Wayside Restaurant the other day. Our waitress was very nice and friendly. She did a great job. The food was ready in a short time and was delicious. I was very satisfied and it also is clean and neat. Definitely would recommend the restaurant.“

“Love it and the owners .. i had a great time. Will be back“

“As always we have Brookelynn!

She went above and beyond, accommodating every request with a bright smile. She ensured we had everything we needed and made the whole evening feel specia! We always have the best laughs with her, she definitely has a heart of gold! So glad to have had her so many times through the hardest dinners. She always makes everything feel better! Your going to go places in life Brookelynn! Your amazing!“