Restaurants in Waterbury

“What a gem! I spent the whole time riding shotgun on I89 researching the best spots to grab dinner with the family for no reason. I should’ve just followed the advice of the internet food gods and headed straight to Blackback Pub. The food was incredible and the service was memorable. Chef Cory is doing what he loves and it shines through. Just about everything but the ketchup starts out from his bare hands. Try the Crab Rangoon Grilled Cheese….its out of this world but makes all the sense in the world. Enjoy one of the last chances to eat a fun and exciting meal before your trip into the VT mountains.”

“Giancarlo is very warm and welcoming. Do make an effort to stop and grab a panini or his excellent homemade soup he warms on the stove not a micro. To go sammy’s yes please! Thank you for a lovely lunch. See you next time!”

“very friendly atmosphere. The staff go out of their way to make my kids feel loved everytime we go in. Best Bagels in VT”

“This is the best Chinese spot outside of Burlington! We lived in Waterbury for three years but moved to Starksboro, and we still make the drive for their takeout. The owners and her family are so sweet, and the food is always delicious & quickly prepared. We love the Mapo tofu, spring rolls, and sesame chicken in particular!”

“Best restaurant in Vermont, bar none. Nuff said.”

“Ideal for a quick lunch, this is my choice for dining at noon most days. Even lunch special plenty of food. Hot hot stir fry makes for crispy veg and tender meat. Sometimes they let me order off the menu schezuan pork (shredded) and I leave so very satisfied.”

“One of the best places I’ve eaten in Vermont. The pork French dip is out of this world. So glad we stopped by”

“Easily one of the best breweries I’ve ever been to (out of 1,500 visited). Incredible beers—IPAs, Lagers, Stouts, Saisons are all insanely good. The nicest team who always goes above and beyond. Cozy taproom space in the heart of Waterbury. Highly recommend!”

“I’m a local. Been to Maxis many times. Consistently good all around!”

“Delicious food at a reasonable price with pleasant service. Their name is accurate because I always leave smiling!”

“I met my wife sitting at this bar. The ambience, pizza, and beer are fantastic. It doesn’t really get any better than drinking great beer and watching my future wife absolutely chief an entire pizza by herself. 10/10”

“Stopped here out of exasperation and to use the restroom. I decided to get a sandwich and I was very surprised at the quality of the vegetables. Definitely better than your average Subway in terms of veggies, bread and meats. Staff was friendly as well. It'll definitely do in a pinch after being stuck in Stowe traffic!”

“Nothing to report except cheap prices, quality food, and pretty good service. Typical of a great restaurant.”

“We went in when we were in town visiting Waterbury is such a cute little town the people are all so warm and touching
The food was incredible came out pretty quick and our sever Kelsey was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed she also made us laugh quite a bit it definitely was an unforgettable dinner.… they are very lucky to have her there she doesn’t waste any time waiting on her guest will definitely return when we are in town next and we hope to see her again as well”

“One of the best meals we had while visiting VT was at the Reservoir. OMG!! The poutine appetizer was absolutely unbelievable. It was cheesy and bacony goodness. We wanted to lick the plate at the end. My smash burger was one of the best burgers that I’ve ever had. Loved it so much! It was so juicy and delicious. The salad was a good side dish. My husband opted for a plain chicken sandwich instead of the hot chicken. Hot chicken would have had more flavor. My cousin loved his cheesesteak. He said it was one of the best cheesesteaks that he’s ever had. It was super juicy and delectable. My other cousin loved her mahi mahi sandwich. She wanted something different and loved it. Our waiter was very attentive, very personable and gave great food recommendations. He deserves a raise. The Reservoir is a must visit when in Waterbury. Everyone loved the food and the service. Wish it was closer. I’d be there all the time. We’ll be dreaming about it until our next trip.”

“We had a wonderful time. Both my kids enjoyed looking at the factory floor and sampling some ice cream. But book early as tours fill fast. They will book 2 weeks ahead of the date you are looking for.”

“Can’t say enough nice things about Red Poppy Cakery! We went with them for our Wedding Cake and Cupcakes, and would have considered no alternative. We had a delightful first experience with our tasting - Janina’s comprehensive knowledge and presentation of everything from cake composition options to details of physical delivery logistics put us so at ease, and made us so confident that we would be taken care of. And then there’s the cake flavors! She has such a lovely variety of cakes, fillings, and frostings to choose from, that really allowed us to get a little funky with it and create some killer cakes/cupcakes that felt unique to us, and a little more adventurous in flavor than your average wedding desserts. And they came out looking so perfect, cute, and delicious! Honestly, every step of the process with Red Poppy was just so seamless and effortless, and I’d recommend working with them for everyone - from novice cake-purchasers like us to someone who's getting cakes and treats every week.”

“Reminds me of a back street bakery you find in Boston or New York or Montreal …that you’re very grateful to stumble upon when you do! Can’t wait to try the cookies, focaccia, and calzones!! What a nice baker too:)”

“Hender's Cafe is such a clean and beautiful place to get breakfast. Such a variety of homemade baked goods and meal items. The owner is friendly and hardworking, and the staff is always helpful and ki”

“The best pizza around , great service and friendly customer service!”