Restaurants near Waterbury

“My husband and I stumbled upon this place when we were visiting Waterbury for the weekend to celebrate our anniversary. This was our first meal in the area, and was a wonderful way to start our trip! The food was incredible, and they had some vegetarian and gluten-free options, which I need and hard to come by sometimes. The service was prompt and the staff were very kind and warm. We will definitely come back the next time we're in the area!

Vegetarian options: The salad was huge and fresh! And the chickpea fritters were delicious.”

“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.”

“Consistently delicious food. Trying not to eat out as much, but my wife lets me get crazy on Fridays when the chores are done. This is a go to for friendly service and GT with PFR and BSR.”

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

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

“Delicious with a nice atmosphere, friendly service and YUM!!!!”

“Food was pretty good. Staff was alright. Place was quite run-down and old. Counter area had water damage covered in old dirt. Kitchen looked like it was put in around 1980. Tables were old, but clean. Funny thing is - it's usually the old, seedy looking places that know how to make good food.😁”

“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.”

“Excellent food and service!! Great atmosphere and consistently great food and service!”

“Stowe Street Cafe is a true gem, offering not just incredible coffee but a warm, welcoming space that feels like the heart of the community. Nicole’s passion for quality and hospitality shines through in every detail, from the thoughtfully curated menu to the inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re grabbing a Maple Latte on a crisp Vermont morning, enjoying a ROY G BIV Salad, or picking up a Take & Bake cinnamon buns for an easy gourmet breakfast at home, you can taste the care that goes into everything.

Nicole has created more than just a cafe—she’s built a gathering place where locals and visitors connect over fresh, colorful ingredients and a shared love for good food. If you're in Waterbury, Stowe Street Cafe is a must-visit!”

“We always buy our cookies, pastries and focaccias from La Strada and have been for years. Not only are they delicious but due to severe soy allergies in our family we can be assured that Michael only uses other oils. All ingredients are listed. It’s a delight to go to his shop and chat with him too!”

“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!”

“We went Sunday night 3/26 and we have never had such a great experience. The girl there was so kind and made some of the best subway we’ve ever had. It was very clean and one of the best experiences I’ve had at a Subway. That girl deserves a bonus for how well she treated it!”

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

“Great pizza place in Vermont if you’re in the Stowe area.”

“Amazing. Thanks for the freer service”

“We had a great casual family dinner here. Excellent tasty vegetarian fare. Atmosphere is low key but cozy. Takeout definitely an option.”

“Great service and the best burger I have ever had!”

“Amazing service, the bacon is heavenly. Food is perfect !!!”

“Delicious food! Highly recommend”

“Amazing coffee and their scones are perfection! Definitely a great place to check out!”

“We stopped in for dinner during our trip to Stowe. The food was really good. Our waitress forgot our fries and the kitchen had closed, so that was a bummer. She did compensate us though and that was nice. Overall, it’s worth the wait if you can’t get a reservation.”

“Today was my second road trip to Stowe VT.(3 hour drive each way) This trip is well worth it. Their craft beer is so delicious! The staff are incredibly friendly and responsive to all questions. The brewery always has something different and very tasty. Fantastic Beer, Fantastic Brewery, and Fantastic Staff. If you like craft breweries this is must on your list.”

“You made our night @Backyard! It was getting late and we had tried several other restaurants that turned us away due to super long waitlists. We should have just started here. The local burger was beyond epic and pork tots the icing on the cake. We appreciate you and making our rough night one of the best of our vacation.”

“Every single dish was delicious, especially the jerk chicken mac. What an amazing find in the middle of VT. Best food on my trip and arguably the best food at a brewery I have ever had. The crew was also extremely friendly, inviting, and engaging. Service was fast. Go birds! ?”

“Polite and friendly staff relaxing atmosphere and fast service all around a good place to visit will come back”

“5 of us came in on a whim on a rainy Monday. Kate took care of us, and her service was fantastic. Coming from S.F., New York, and Boston, all of us were impressed by her drinks. I had one of her signature cocktails (Cat’s Third Eye), and was blown away by the creativity and taste. Definitely top notch.”

“Very attentive fine dining experience.”

“So great to have a place downtown to grab a drink and unwind after work. Great beer list, full bar and Amanda is a blast !”

“Absolutely amazing, hands down the BEST taco I've ever had. Period!!! You guys are great can't wait to visit again in 25/26”