8 Best American Restaurants near Ludlow

“Amazing food and really great service 👌“

“We were in town for the holiday weekend and had lunch at Calcuttas. The food was amazing, the staff was super attentive and the views from the back patio overlooking Fox Run Golf Course were spectacular! And they had an acoustic guitar player which was awesome. I highly recommend Calcuttas!“

“The best food in Ludlow. This place is a hidden gem. The owner has plenty of personality; but the food, oh, the food is to die for! Healthy, classy, simple yet exotic. I dare you to eat there once and not become addicted!“

“Had one of the most enjoyable meals ever. Farm fresh, imaginative food and libation. The jubilee was the best cocktail I have had in my entire life. Corn soup with lobster was sweet and succulent. Entrees full of flavor .. The wine pouring complemented each courser perfectly. And the service was perfection… Warm and welcoming. Made to feel like old friends. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Wow, everything you could want in a Vt. apres pub. Big portions, great beer selection, sassy fun waitress Becky made our night! And YES! The everything wings.“

“Incredible conditions, beautiful views and amazing, kind personalities in the pro shop and at the bag drop. Also- the food at Calcutta’s was hands down the best post-round chow we have ever had (and the bartenders were on point). 10/10 recommend and will be back.“

“Was in Ludlow for the day and drove around the side streets to see what I could discover. Came across stemwinder and wow 👌 what and amazing place. It's ashame I found it 2 days before I was leaving to go back to Australia. These are the places that need to be recognised and supported. Will be sure to visit again in my next trip. The venue was closed at the time of our visit but the staff made the effort to accommodate our curiosity. Thanks guys and wish you all the best.“

“Food was good, they treated us well, and the drinks were strong enough to keep us happily distracted while the kitchen was fighting for its life.

We first visited on New Year’s Day for dinner, which is apparently the restaurant equivalent of running a marathon while juggling knives. The kitchen was getting absolutely crushed, so they stopped accepting walk-ins. We pivoted to the bar which was the best decision. Full restaurant service, front-row entertainment, and bartenders who were on their A-game despite the chaos.
Shoutout to Nico, Michael, and a third gentleman whose name we sadly missed—all hilarious, attentive, and impressively unfazed. Watching them keep things moving while cracking jokes felt like dinner and a show.
We returned the next night and learned the staff was short-handed because several servers were injured in an ice storm (because of course that happened). Some patrons were not exactly embracing the “mountain town patience” vibe and made their frustrations very loudly known. Meanwhile, the staff handled every rude demand and complaint with professionalism and kindness that honestly deserved a standing ovation. Yes, food took a while—but the service more than made up for it.

As for the food and drinks:
The local beer selection was small but reasonable.
The Alpine Blossom cocktail was pleasant and neutral—easy sipping.
The Boulevardier was done right, which we always appreciate.
The salad was exactly what a salad should be: fine, polite, and unmemorable.
The hamburger and truffle fries? Delicious and absolutely worth it.
The next night, the broccoli cheddar soup was perfect—warm, comforting, no notes.
The prime rib special over mashed potatoes and asparagus was cooked perfectly.

By night two, the vibes were much calmer—fewer people, no angry customers, and the same excellent service. All in all, Coleman Brook Tavern delivered good food, great drinks, and exceptional staff under tough circumstances. We’ll gladly return“