Incredibly Disappointing Experience
I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at The Garlic in Killington was so unacceptable that I feel obligated to share it. From start to finish, the night was chaotic and uncomfortable.
Shortly after we arrived, a person who did not appear to be an employee was walking around the restaurant asking guests for money “on behalf of the kitchen staff.” This person repeatedly came up to our table, harassed us, and even called us names when we didn’t give them what they wanted. It made our entire party extremely uncomfortable.
When we brought it to the attention of the bartenders and staff, they were completely dismissive. Instead of helping, we were told that we were the ones being rude. Their attitude was unbelievable—no concern, no effort to intervene, nothing. The whole situation felt unsafe, unprofessional, and absolutely outrageous.
This was by far one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. Between the rude staff and the bizarre, hostile situation in the restaurant, I can confidently say I will never return. Totally unacceptable.
Earl Thomas
Awesome wait staff, took time to. explain the questions we had on the menu items. Food arrived in a short timeframe. Great selection of items on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Marin
Tapas were pretty good! Eccentric decor, friendly service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Quiche R.
Atmosphere was nice, service was quick and friendly. Free bread and roasted garlic for every table, but the garlic was not very flavorful and got cold quick. The rest of the food was okay at best. One person at my table got salmon that was too dry, another got overcooked pasta.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Alyssa Rivera
Hailing from the Italian-American capital of the country, the food was edible, but lackluster. Decent place to get a well-portioned, solid meal, but not if you like flavor. Service was quick and friendly, atmosphere was excellent, unless you're a vampire. Bundles of garlic lined the walls seeking vengeance. Bread and roasted garlic were served free of charge to every table, which was very pleasant. However, it felt as though it was a ritual meant to weed out those who are saguine-dependent. If one were to have, say, an allergy or aversion to the clove after which you are named, would you perhaps fill their glasses with holy water? I do wonder. Overall, had a great time with my family. Thank you, The Garlic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Eva Jay
Garlic has the best food in the area! They open at 5 and that’s why there is usually a line as soon as they open. I recommend getting there as soon as they open to avoid a long wait. I could eat just the bread & garlic they serve & I’d be happy. The drinks are good & have been consistent. I’ve had the shrimp tapas, meatball sliders, & a few other tapas; all of them have been good. This time we all tried a few different pasta dishes & they were good as well. If I lived closer I would definitely come back here more often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Delaney
Good food, wonderful team, fun atmosphere. We waited a while for our table on a Saturday night, but it was worth it. Our server was such a nice guy, the food and drinks were excellent and there was no rush. Seating is comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Von Eckstine
Absolutely delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Max Gourley
Big portions and yes the garlic + bread is on point! Great spot to fill up on carbs and leave full.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aline Rohling
I traveled all the way from Virginia to spend a weekend in Vermont and decided to stop by Garlic Restaurant — and I’m so glad I did! I was very surprised by the quality of the food and the excellent service. The staff was wonderful, and I had my meal at the bar where Dave took great care of me. His happiness and humor made the experience even better. Highly recommend!
The Garlic is in excellent restaurant with very unique options. also very reasonably priced especially for what you got. If you like garlic like my wife and I do you would be absolutely thrilled with everything here. We had the lamb chop appetizer that was perfectly seasoned as well as perfectly done to medium rare. Both our main courses were excellent and a choice of your and why were likewise excellent. Our server spent some extra time with us telling us of his experience at the restaurant and suggesting some hiking trails for us to do the next day.
cliffx2013
Went to the one in Florida this past winter and had a great time with a group. Planned a trip to Killington with my girlfriend, her first time there. She was blown away when she saw where we were going for dinner. Had the Eggplant and it was great. Dana our server did a great job
Lisa Dean Lawson
Fabulous meal start to finish! The atmosphere is cozy. Our server Dave was great. We highly recommend.
Paulie Levin
Three times…. Add on charges….even when TOLD by house wait staff… there’d be NO extra charge. Sorry Charley….. that ain’t right. I’m gone…..
GeneGracey
In Killington with my son and grandson for a ski trip. Recommend by a local and it did not disappoint. We all had different entrees and everything was done to perfection and the portions were generous. The service was outstanding.
Incredibly Disappointing Experience I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at The Garlic in Killington was so unacceptable that I feel obligated to share it. From start to finish, the night was chaotic and uncomfortable. Shortly after we arrived, a person who did not appear to be an employee was walking around the restaurant asking guests for money “on behalf of the kitchen staff.” This person repeatedly came up to our table, harassed us, and even called us names when we didn’t give them what they wanted. It made our entire party extremely uncomfortable. When we brought it to the attention of the bartenders and staff, they were completely dismissive. Instead of helping, we were told that we were the ones being rude. Their attitude was unbelievable—no concern, no effort to intervene, nothing. The whole situation felt unsafe, unprofessional, and absolutely outrageous. This was by far one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. Between the rude staff and the bizarre, hostile situation in the restaurant, I can confidently say I will never return. Totally unacceptable.
Awesome wait staff, took time to. explain the questions we had on the menu items. Food arrived in a short timeframe. Great selection of items on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tapas were pretty good! Eccentric decor, friendly service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere was nice, service was quick and friendly. Free bread and roasted garlic for every table, but the garlic was not very flavorful and got cold quick. The rest of the food was okay at best. One person at my table got salmon that was too dry, another got overcooked pasta.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Hailing from the Italian-American capital of the country, the food was edible, but lackluster. Decent place to get a well-portioned, solid meal, but not if you like flavor.
Service was quick and friendly, atmosphere was excellent, unless you're a vampire. Bundles of garlic lined the walls seeking vengeance. Bread and roasted garlic were served free of charge to every table, which was very pleasant. However, it felt as though it was a ritual meant to weed out those who are saguine-dependent. If one were to have, say, an allergy or aversion to the clove after which you are named, would you perhaps fill their glasses with holy water? I do wonder.
Overall, had a great time with my family. Thank you, The Garlic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Garlic has the best food in the area! They open at 5 and that’s why there is usually a line as soon as they open. I recommend getting there as soon as they open to avoid a long wait. I could eat just the bread & garlic they serve & I’d be happy. The drinks are good & have been consistent. I’ve had the shrimp tapas, meatball sliders, & a few other tapas; all of them have been good. This time we all tried a few different pasta dishes & they were good as well. If I lived closer I would definitely come back here more often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food, wonderful team, fun atmosphere. We waited a while for our table on a Saturday night, but it was worth it. Our server was such a nice guy, the food and drinks were excellent and there was no rush. Seating is comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Big portions and yes the garlic + bread is on point! Great spot to fill up on carbs and leave full.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I traveled all the way from Virginia to spend a weekend in Vermont and decided to stop by Garlic Restaurant — and I’m so glad I did! I was very surprised by the quality of the food and the excellent service. The staff was wonderful, and I had my meal at the bar where Dave took great care of me. His happiness and humor made the experience even better. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The Garlic is in excellent restaurant with very unique options. also very reasonably priced especially for what you got. If you like garlic like my wife and I do you would be absolutely thrilled with everything here. We had the lamb chop appetizer that was perfectly seasoned as well as perfectly done to medium rare. Both our main courses were excellent and a choice of your and why were likewise excellent. Our server spent some extra time with us telling us of his experience at the restaurant and suggesting some hiking trails for us to do the next day.
Went to the one in Florida this past winter and had a great time with a group. Planned a trip to Killington with my girlfriend, her first time there. She was blown away when she saw where we were going for dinner. Had the Eggplant and it was great. Dana our server did a great job
Fabulous meal start to finish! The atmosphere is cozy. Our server Dave was great. We highly recommend.
Three times…. Add on charges….even when TOLD by house wait staff… there’d be NO extra charge. Sorry Charley….. that ain’t right. I’m gone…..
In Killington with my son and grandson for a ski trip. Recommend by a local and it did not disappoint. We all had different entrees and everything was done to perfection and the portions were generous. The service was outstanding.
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