Pizza. Forget everything else. Went to dinner here, vs. their sib restaurant Madison (tho... might've been a better experience), which is across the street. Typical bar style decor. Booths and tables. Ordered pizza, burger, and pasta bolognese... pizza was fine (as good as you can get in Bennington); both the burger and pasta started out ok... 3-4 bites in... I asked for soda and water refill. Super super super salty. My coworker and I chugged water like crazy after our dinner. Funny thing, we managed to finished our food - while powering through a blip of a storm with a good 15 mins power outage. So yea, thankful for the wide windows - didn't have to fumble through the dark finishing our meal. lol Service was fine, it was just hectic and weird trying to either pay by cash or card but no power... so had to hand write your numbers in... but then the power came back on the very last minute, all good.
Tommy P.
Food was good, a bit on the pricey side but the quality you get makes sense for what it costs. Service was great, very cool environment.
James Van Bebber
Not a safe space- owner is lecherous and
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Karina U.
Such a great spot with fantastic and friendly service and good food. Love that they have lots of gluten free options like the dough for the pizza and the bread substitutions. I got the steak frites and a small Caesar and both were delicious. The steak was cooked well and had that grill taste to it. The fries were truffle Parmesan and crispy and well flavored. The Caesar was a really unique garlicky one that I haven't had before. Our server Jennifer was an absolute gem as well! Would recommend this place.
Elizabeth P.
We've been here before and love the food. Always had a great time. Until last night 2-3-24. Wanted to have a dinner date night with my husband. Chose The 421 Craft Bar & Kitchen because the food is good. We knew everything we wanted to order, so we wouldn't tie up a table too long. Maple Mustard wings with a side of Alabama sauce, Linguine with meatballs, Salmon, boozy grape skewers, and drinks. It's Saturday, it's busy we knew there would be a wait. Host said 30 minutes. I asked if we could sit in the chairs along the wall near the bar. I was told no those aren't for sitting, they are just extra chairs. No other option was offered, she seemed annoyed we were there, very unwelcoming. My disabled Veteran husband can not stand for 30 minutes. Not the romantic date I wanted, we left.
Anthony F.
Mehh. Was visiting from out of town and arrived by local recommendation. Maybe this place is good for a small town, it pales and fails in comparison to home. Drinks were decent, food was mehhh. Burger had my stomach upset for a day and half. Rest of the group was not happy with their food. Restaurant looks like but the food is what matters.
VT Girl
Love the feta dip! Always great service!
a.t jones
awesome hostess, friendly staff, tons of solid food options. loved the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
G Smith
Food is great. Was seated and served quickly. Good service and nice vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Evan Cutts
I’ve bought pizza from here several times now & I’d say it’s the best pizza in downtown Bennington…BUT I just got home to open this burnt pie & I am salty about. I get that it was the end of the day, but this is hardly edible.. If I’d been eating in (opposed to take out), I’d have sent it back.Please quality check your pies before sending them out. I wouldn’t have mind waiting longer for a proper pie.
Delicious food and seasonal drinks. Live music the night we went. Friendly and timely service. Attractive and cozy
T W
Burger was bland(no flavor at all),over cooked, asked for add on to the pizza and didn’t get them(still got charged), had two speciality drinks and had the first cup reused for the second one. Ended up going to McDonald’s and then the liquor to make my own drink correctly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Tom K.
Easily the best restaurant in Bennington, it's our go-to since moving to the area. The food is amazing, especially the pizzas, plus a huge beer selection.
Ray Crosier
Went for my birthday with my wife and two adult sons. Seated quickly and server was at our table quickly. Got our drinks in short order, and ordered some appetizers. We got Fried Ravioli, Tuna Sashimi and a Garlic Hummus plate. They were all excellent! I personally enjoyed the Fried Ravioli the most. Our meals were just as excellent and served in a timely manner. We had plans after dinner and had plenty of time to get to the comedy show down the street at the Bennington Theater (formerly OldCastle Theater). The specialty drinks we all had were most excellent as well!
Pizza. Forget everything else. Went to dinner here, vs. their sib restaurant Madison (tho... might've been a better experience), which is across the street. Typical bar style decor. Booths and tables. Ordered pizza, burger, and pasta bolognese... pizza was fine (as good as you can get in Bennington); both the burger and pasta started out ok... 3-4 bites in... I asked for soda and water refill. Super super super salty. My coworker and I chugged water like crazy after our dinner. Funny thing, we managed to finished our food - while powering through a blip of a storm with a good 15 mins power outage. So yea, thankful for the wide windows - didn't have to fumble through the dark finishing our meal. lol Service was fine, it was just hectic and weird trying to either pay by cash or card but no power... so had to hand write your numbers in... but then the power came back on the very last minute, all good.
Food was good, a bit on the pricey side but the quality you get makes sense for what it costs. Service was great, very cool environment.
Not a safe space- owner is lecherous and
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Such a great spot with fantastic and friendly service and good food. Love that they have lots of gluten free options like the dough for the pizza and the bread substitutions. I got the steak frites and a small Caesar and both were delicious. The steak was cooked well and had that grill taste to it. The fries were truffle Parmesan and crispy and well flavored. The Caesar was a really unique garlicky one that I haven't had before. Our server Jennifer was an absolute gem as well! Would recommend this place.
We've been here before and love the food. Always had a great time. Until last night 2-3-24. Wanted to have a dinner date night with my husband. Chose The 421 Craft Bar & Kitchen because the food is good. We knew everything we wanted to order, so we wouldn't tie up a table too long. Maple Mustard wings with a side of Alabama sauce, Linguine with meatballs, Salmon, boozy grape skewers, and drinks. It's Saturday, it's busy we knew there would be a wait. Host said 30 minutes. I asked if we could sit in the chairs along the wall near the bar. I was told no those aren't for sitting, they are just extra chairs. No other option was offered, she seemed annoyed we were there, very unwelcoming. My disabled Veteran husband can not stand for 30 minutes. Not the romantic date I wanted, we left.
Mehh. Was visiting from out of town and arrived by local recommendation. Maybe this place is good for a small town, it pales and fails in comparison to home. Drinks were decent, food was mehhh. Burger had my stomach upset for a day and half. Rest of the group was not happy with their food. Restaurant looks like but the food is what matters.
Love the feta dip! Always great service!
awesome hostess, friendly staff, tons of solid food options. loved the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food is great. Was seated and served quickly. Good service and nice vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve bought pizza from here several times now & I’d say it’s the best pizza in downtown Bennington…BUT I just got home to open this burnt pie & I am salty about. I get that it was the end of the day, but this is hardly edible.. If I’d been eating in (opposed to take out), I’d have sent it back.Please quality check your pies before sending them out. I wouldn’t have mind waiting longer for a proper pie.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
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Food was good service excellent nice selection of
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Delicious food and seasonal drinks. Live music the night we went. Friendly and timely service. Attractive and cozy
Burger was bland(no flavor at all),over cooked, asked for add on to the pizza and didn’t get them(still got charged), had two speciality drinks and had the first cup reused for the second one. Ended up going to McDonald’s and then the liquor to make my own drink correctly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Easily the best restaurant in Bennington, it's our go-to since moving to the area. The food is amazing, especially the pizzas, plus a huge beer selection.
Went for my birthday with my wife and two adult sons. Seated quickly and server was at our table quickly. Got our drinks in short order, and ordered some appetizers. We got Fried Ravioli, Tuna Sashimi and a Garlic Hummus plate. They were all excellent! I personally enjoyed the Fried Ravioli the most. Our meals were just as excellent and served in a timely manner. We had plans after dinner and had plenty of time to get to the comedy show down the street at the Bennington Theater (formerly OldCastle Theater). The specialty drinks we all had were most excellent as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5