The Crooked Ram started as a humble, retail-only bottle shop in 2017. In a few short and wild years, we have grown into a full restaurant with three distinct experiences living together under one roof: The Cafe, The Dining Room and The Yard. Each experience offers its own menu and setting, but all three are shaped by the same desire to bring people together to share special food and drink in a warm atmosphere, with great music.

Rooted in the agricultural and natural beauty of Vermont, The Crooked Ram is guided by local-first sourcing, with intentional additions of regional and international products that align with our sustainable efforts. We thrive on sharing the stories of independent family farms, winemakers, brewers and artisans, as we curate every aspect of our guest experience—from the pours to the playlist.

From biodynamic wines, fine cocktails and wild-fermented beers, to Vermont-made cheeses and New England’s freshest oysters, every item on our menu is selected for its unmatched quality and ability to start a conversation. Unfussy and ingredient-driven, this understated excellence extends to our hospitality, leaving room for the questions, curiosity and connection that define any great meal.

Learn more about each by clicking below:

THE CAFE – Regular Hours: Thursday – Sunday 8AM-2PM

THE DINING ROOM – Regular Hours: Thurs-Sat 5PM-10PM / Brunched Served: SUN 9-2PM

THE YARD – Open from mid-May – mid-October

Welcome to Zoey’s! We are a family owned and operated restaurant, opened in August 1991 in the heart of beautiful Manchester, Vermont. The opening concept was incredibly simple: prepare our food with the finest ingredients available, and we do. We are proud to say we make our own cookies and bread and offer absolutely the most delicious soup and custom made sandwiches anywhere, all here in our open kitchen.

We are also known for our bright and cheerful, eclectic décor featuring roosters, fire hydrants, clocks, and a rotating array of ever-interesting items.

Zoey’s is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Many visitors to town tell us they make sure to return to Zoey’s year after year. We have seating in the restaurant and a small outdoor patio when the weather is nice. Or you can pick up an order to go. We hope to see you soon!

The Works Café got its start right here in Manchester, Vermont. The year was 1988 and we served delicious, traditional bagels and other healthy foods sourced locally. Today, the Works has eight cafés throughout New England and still operates on its founding principles: Good food for great people and a better planet. Today, The Works Café still reflects the early idealism of its founders. The company continues to run on the principal of the triple bottom line—people, planet, profit.

Throughout these challenging times, The Works Café is dedicated to the health and safety of our hard-working employees and loyal customers. We’ve restructured our operations with service protocols designed to meet mandated guidelines, including the wearing of masks and heavy hand-washing policies.

For a speedy pickup, order ahead! Visit workscafe.com to place an order online. Get access to special offers and earn loyalty rewards with the Works Café app, available now in the App Store or Google Play.

The warm and welcoming ambiance of the Dorset Inn’s historic dining room, and the cozy New England tavern, near Manchester VT, allows guests to relax and enjoy the food, the wine, and the friendly Southern VT hospitality. As a member of Vermont Fresh Network, we support as many local farms and businesses as possible, and our food includes the freshest ingredients. Our cuisine is uncomplicated, and bistro-style. It demonstrates classic culinary techniques and traditions, with regional Southern Vermont influences. To showcase Vermont’s four unique seasons, the menu changes frequently.

Breakfast is served Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8am – 10am. Certain days may be at The Dorset Bakery depending the time of year. Please check with the front desk for location. 

Sunday Brunch is served from 11am – 2pm each week. The menu will feature entrees from our breakfast menu, along with weekly brunch specials.

Dinner is served nightly from 5pm – 8:30 pm. Suggested dress would be casual for outside dining & the tavern, and business casual in the Dining Room

The Vermont Fresh Network builds innovative partnerships among farmers, chefs and consumers to strengthen Vermont’s agriculture. A strong farm economy creates local jobs, provides nutritious food and preserves the close-knit communities of our state. The Inn’s partnerships with local farmers allow us to create a diverse and unique menu that features only the freshest local meats & produce available.

A visit to Al Ducci’s on Depot Street recalls neighborhood markets of days gone by. Cases are filled with authentic, made from scratch Italian foods. We’re talking salads, pasta, cured meats and gourmet cheeses, freshly baked semolina, ciabatta, and more! Plus, pantry shelves are stocked with imported olives, oils, vinegar, dried pasta, produce, and other essential ingredients.

Check out our Daily Specials and current Freezer Favorites on our Facebook Page. Sandwich making hours: 10-3 / If Possible, Please Call Ahead to order sandwiches and sliced meats.

Catered Events – From pastas and sauces to quality produce, Al Ducci’s has a wide array of local and imported goods. Please call us and we can review our Catering menu with you.

Fresh fare rooted in tradition. Johnny Seesaw’s restaurant serves up simple inventive food with deep connections to the surrounding area and the inn’s heritage. With the main dining room in the footprint of the 1924 roadhouse, every effort has been made to recreate the wonder, look and feel of the original Johnny Seesaw’s. Inside, you will see the original log beams in the ceiling, the same bandstand (aka the “Seducerie”) mural that was painted in the WWII era, the legendary circular fire pit with the original black hood and copper cutouts, and the old fieldstone fireplace with authentic wood relief carvings.

Incorporating local ingredients with a fresh twist, our menu celebrates Vermont and elevates comfort food. At the base of Bromley Mountain, this historic restaurant on-site at Seesaw’s Lodge is conveniently located within driving distance to Stratton, Manchester, Dorset and Weston. Fine food in a casual atmosphere, reservations are recommended for our dining room and outdoor deck.

Johnny Seesaw’s Bar, the Hut and Bootlegger’s Tavern are all on a first-come, first-serve basis. Follow us on social to keep updated on our seasonal hours and menus at the Hut and Bootlegger’s Tavern. Hut open for the winter season serving wood-fired pizza, smores and drinks, starting at 3pm on Fridays and Saturdays, featuring live music weather permitting.

The Hut is Open every Friday and Sat 3-8pm

Our music program will continue this summer 2024 every Friday & Saturday!

Southern Vermont Arts Center offers a new dining experience in curATE café. curATE comes to SVAC in partnership with Church Street Hospitality, known for their acclaimed establishments, Barrows House Inn & Restaurant, The Dorset Inn and Dorset Bakery.

curATE café brings a modern sensibility paired with classic and regional fare. Artfully curated small plates, salads, artisanal sandwiches, gourmet coffee beverages, and a full bar — all in the artful setting of SVAC’s galleries and grounds.

curATE will delight diners enjoying the museum’s art and beautiful grounds. The café will be the perfect spot for a special lunch or afternoon beverage – curate your own experience.

HOURS:

Brunch:
Thursday–Saturday • 12 – 2pm
Sunday • 11am – 2pm
Dinner:
Wednesday–Sunday • Seating from 5–7:30pm

Reservations required. Please book through Open Table or call 802.362.9100.

Also available for private functions. Bookings are now being accepted. SVAC and curATE look forward to making your wedding, reception, meeting, or special occasion event a masterpiece.

From its inception, Dorset Bakery has been admired for its classic American baked goods, Provincial-style decor and warm, inviting atmosphere. Our bakery features hand-made crusty breads, morning pastries, unique sandwiches, healthy salads, tasty soups, decadent sweets and more… all of our goodies are made from scratch using fresh, local ingredients. It’s the ideal stop for lunch with the ladies, a quick chat with friends over a cappuccino, a breakfast business meeting or picking up cupcakes for the kids.

THIS JUST IN! Our burgers made Big 7 Travel’s 7 Best Burgers in Vermont List! Come in and try one and check out this link for a mouthwatering photo:

A little about our history……The original Double Hex was established in the early 70s, by “Big” John and Lucy who were well known for their great burgers and welcoming hospitality. The name Double Hex refers to the two adjoining hexagonal structures that compose our home.

Chef owned and operated, Zoey’s Double Hex, was established in the spring of 2000, and has carried on Big John’s and Lucy’s tradition of warm hospitality and great food. We offer everything from over a dozen varieties of burgers, to roasted salmon, maple glazed chicken, mac and cheese, steak and much more.

With delicious food at great prices, we were so busy we had to expand in 2006. We have plenty of seating both indoors and during the warmer weather, outdoors as well, on our screened in deck where you can enjoy the fresh air, but the bugs can’t enjoy you. We also have an abundance of parking and a beautiful garden you will love.

The friendly service, delicious food and great value that were the hallmarks of the original Double Hex are still first and foremost at Zoey’s Double Hex. Come in tonight and see for yourself!

A cozy GastroPub with Vermont vibes in a rustic, industrial atmosphere – all underground in the heart of Manchester Center. Known for its great food and drinks, as well as frequent live music and events, Union Underground is a great place to relax and grab a bite. Savor fresh cuisine with ingredients provided by local farms, and a variety of drafts on tap from breweries around the area. A unique experience not to miss! Join us this summer for El fresco dining on our outside deck.

Come in and enjoy our in-house baked goods featuring seasonal scones, muffins, pastries, breakfast sandwiches and top it off with your favorite Mocha Joe’s coffee or seasonal beverage!  We cater to those who are looking for a relaxed, leisurely breakfast or lunch with plenty of indoor seating, a covered front porch and when in season, covered bistro tables for dining al fresco.  For those who are in a hurry, our grab and go cooler is filled with freshly prepared salads and sandwiches. Need something for dinner, don’t forget to ask about our family dinners ready for you to take home, like a Manchester‘s original chicken pot pie.

We also offer catering for your special event or party. Leave the cooking to Charlie’s for your birthday party, Sunday sports get together, and more – think platters of wings, sandwiches, cakes, and cookies. YUMMM!

Located in the heart of Manchester, there is no better place to grab a bite to eat.  We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Gringo Jacks Southwestern Bar and Grill has been bringing a wide and delicious variety of authentic Mexican, Tex-Mex, and Southwestern foods to Manchester for over 20 years, and we hope it’ll be at least 20 more! The restaurant has a great, comfortable atmosphere, and the large seasonal patio is great for sipping a drink and watching Manchester roll by. Go for the basics of house-made guac, original recipe chips, and killer margaritas, or dive in all the way with fajitas, enchiladas, and more!

Open for indoor and outdoor seating! Call (802) 362-0836 for takeout or reservations. Reservations are strongly recommended for weekend nights.

Barrows House Restaurant is an American restaurant and gastro pub. Our menu features traditional New England tavern fare with a modern twist that pairs beautifully with our selection of craft beers and extensive wine list. We strive to showcase Vermont’s abundance of local products and celebrate its farms and producers. Quality ingredients are prepared using classic culinary techniques to offer guests seasonal tastes of Vermont.

Set against the historic backdrop of a circa 1803 building, the ambiance is warm and welcoming, sophisticated yet casual, and features Dorset white marble accents and historic black & white photos from the local Norcross-West Marble Quarry. Paired with our large outdoor patio and colorful gardens, Barrows House Restaurant is the ideal setting for outdoor dining and all types of special events, including wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers.

A LOCAL CULINARY RETREAT IN BEAUTIFUL MANCHESTER VILLAGE.
Living off the land is a matter of course in Vermont. Our chef sources ingredients from local farms to create a menu of familiar yet inimitable fare. Beverages at Copper Grouse incorporate mostly American wines, craft-brewed beers and many local spirits, including one of our favorites: whiskey. Our cocktails are anchored in classics and are often influenced by American history or literature. Service is as warm and thoughtful as the ambience, so you’ll always feel you’re right where you belong.

SOURCED FROM LOCAL FARMS
Discover the treasure trove of local farms found all around Vermont (as well as New Hampshire and Pennsylvania) that make
farm-to-table fare at The Copper Grouse possible.

The Copper Grouse offers a range of dining options to suit different tastes and occasions. Whether you prefer cozy, rustic indoor seating or the scenic, relaxed outdoor patio and firepit, you can enjoy a memorable dining experience with high-quality food and excellent service.

A celebration of the seasons in Southern Vermont.

The Restaurant at Hill Farm, nestled in the Equinox Valley is a celebration of this time and place in Southern Vermont.  Dinner is served in our beautiful, lofted barn with a wood-fired oven and sweeping views of the Taconic Mountain Range.  Seasonal farm-to-table menus by Chef Austin Poulin are sourced from our own market garden, as well as from our neighboring food community.  Our full bar features seasonal cocktails, Vermont beers on tap and a wine program that is committed to sustainable vineyards.  The Restaurant offers table seating for small and large groups, as well as seating at our bar and our Chef’s Counter. Outdoor seating is also available, in season, on our wrap around deck.

Hill Farm supports our local food and craft producers by offering their goods in our Farmstand, which is in the Restaurant.

Bar Service begins at 4pm Wednesdays – Sundays

Beverage Offerings Include: Local Craft Beer, Hard Cider, Wine, Handcrafted soda and Shakes

Celebration! Chocolates! Cakes! Customers!

…These all come together in a delicious mix in our retail playground. We welcome you into a bright and fun atmosphere where you can be “a kid in a candy store” while enjoying sophisticated flavors and the fine Vermont ingredients in our truffles, cakes, pies and hot fudge sauce. In the store our chocolates, buttercrunch and pastries are presented beautifully and with a bit of fun! Ron and I always bring a sense of whimsy and celebration into our products and relationships with our customers.

Imagine the aroma of just-baked pies, the sparkle of cellophane on gorgeous gift baskets and the smiles of friendly staff! Discover the tantalizing taste of Lemon LuLu Cake or lemon almond brittle. And while you’re here, sample our signature buttercrunch with its crisp toffee center, dipped in chocolate and rolled in fine almonds and cashews…all while you relax in the welcoming atmosphere of the shop.

Events that encourage the participation of community kids are a vital part of what we do. The Summer Fun Reading Program, Kids’ Cakes for Mom and our annual Easter Egg Decorating Contest bring families together in new ways that keep us all young! Along with LuLus for the Cure (a benefit for our local Race for the Cure), these annual events give us a chance to meet new people and greet old friends.

Mother Myrick’s has been keeping Manchester sweet since 1977. Their famous candies and cakes and fun events bring locals and visitors together! Please visit Manchester and our wonderful store and help us celebrate life’s events! We’re open every day!

Can’t make it to the store, shop online today and have it delivered to your home!

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Executive Chef, Ed St. Onge, has run some of Vermont’s busiest destination kitchens, from Stowe’s Topnotch Resort and Spa to the Stratton Mountain Club. In 2014, he teamed with his wife, Fortune 500 sales and marketing consultant, Nancy St. Onge, to create one of Manchester’s hottest new dining experiences. The Raven’s Den is a fast-casual steakhouse where everything is made from scratch and patrons can expect great food, great service, and great atmosphere at a reasonable price.

Menu items cater to a variety of tastes; from a tender and juicy Black Angus steak to a classic seafood dish, to a plate from the salad bar stocked with seasonal produce, handcrafted dressings, Vermont cheeses, and freshly baked breads. Visitors can enjoy an upscale meal in the dining room, a custom cocktail in front of the stone fireplace, or a grass-fed burger in the tavern.

The “Den” is the area’s only restaurant to offer wines-on-tap, a state-of-the-art delivery system where reds and whites are available by the pour, always as if they’ve just been uncorked! This offering, combined with their regular wine list and inventory of spirits, has earned the restaurant a 2015 Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.” As a thirty-year veteran of the hospitality industry and winner of the Vermont Chef-of-the-Year award from ACF, Chef Ed is proud of this achievement and says that he prices wines affordably because he wants them “to be accessible for patrons to enjoy with their meal.”

A European cafe in the heart of southern Vermont. Serving creative homemade fare for breakfast and lunch. Priding ourselves in using fresh local products.

Want to have your Ben & Jerry’s ice cream the way it was originally intended? Head into our locally owned and operated Manchester ice cream shop and dig into any of our euphoric ice cream flavors in the way the first scoops were served up by Ben and Jerry themselves. We even offer catering and will deliver our ice cream right to your next party or event!

Ye Olde Tavern Proprietors, Michael and Minna Brandt, welcome guests with the genteel hospitality of a bygone era. Upon arrival,  the wide plank floors, roaring fireplaces, and antique furnishings recall 18^th century New England. Stenciling throughout the restaurant recreates patterns typical of itinerant painter, Mose Eaton, whose work can be found throughout the region.

Listed with the Vermont Register of Historic Places, the tavern building was first constructed in 1790 by Dorset Master Architect, Aaron Sheldon, as The Stagecoach Inn. It catered to the likes of Vermont’s famous Green Mountain Boys, as well as a cadre of statesmen and gentry who enjoying dining and socializing in elegant period simplicity.

Menu selections include regional dishes — Yankee Pot Roast and Lobster Bisque, for example — along with traditional continental favorites. You’ll find Prime Rib, Shrimp Scampi, and Chicken Picatta on the daily menu, plus vegetarian offerings, seasonal specials, and kid-friendly options. An excellent wine list and a carefully curated selection of vintage cocktails are always available.

Situated amid the hustle and bustle of a high-end, eclectic antique and home goods showroom, this Turkish-Mediterranean restaurant is “a local secret worth knowing about.” Depot 62 offers a totally organic menu for lunch, dinner, and dessert, along with an excellent, appropriate selection of wines by the glass. Grab a single table, or a seat at the copper-clad communal table in the middle of the shop. In summer weather, dine streetside under generous patio umbrellas.

A Southern Kitchen in the Green Mountains featuring Southern Home Cooking, House Smoked Barbecue, Artisan Cocktails, Craft Brews and Fine American Wines.  A completely renovated space with cozy indoor dining, el fresco dining with firepit, and a gourmet market.

IN THE NEWS

07/12/2022 – Dining with David & Myrna Article – CLICK HERE