6 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Dorset

6 restaurants available nearby

1. Dorset Inn

4.7

Exceptional(944)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dorset

Booked 10 times today

All of us here love food and enjoy sharing that with you. The warm and welcoming ambiance of the 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.

2. Barrows House

4.5

Awesome(508)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Dorset

Booked 10 times today

Barrows House Restaurant is an American gastropub with a modern twist on traditional New England tavern fare that pairs great food with craft beers. Our menus and beverages showcase Vermont’s abundance of local products and celebrate its farms and producers. These quality ingredients are simply prepared demonstrating classic culinary techniques offering guests uncomplicated seasonal tastes of Vermont. Set against the historic backdrop of a circa 1803 building, the ambiance is at once warm and welcoming, sophisticated yet casual featuring Dorset white marble accents and historic black & white photos from the local Norcross-West Marble Quarry, one of the oldest in the country. Paired with our large outdoor terrace and colorful gardens, Barrows House Restaurant is the ideal setting for outdoor dining and all types of special events.

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3. Copper Grouse - Taconic Hotel

4.5

Awesome(1486)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manchester

Booked 39 times today

The Copper Grouse serves regionally-inspired, soulful dishes from the kitchen. Not to be missed, our beverage program of classic cocktails, artisanal spirits, Vermont craft beers and a wide selection of Wines from regions spanning the globe. Reservations are recommended for all dining and all meal periods. Last dinner seating on Fridays and Saturdays is 9:00pm.

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4. CurATE at Southern Vermont Arts Center

4.7

Exceptional(481)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 10 times today

curATE café in Vermont promises to bring a modern sensibility paired with classic and regional fare. Artfully curated small plates, salads, artisanal sandwiches, flatbreads, entrees 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.

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5. Pearl's Place & Pantry

4.6

Exceptional(315)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manchester

Booked 16 times today

Come and feast on Southern inspired dishes & Barbecue alongside local beers & spirits and fine wines, all served with charming Southern hospitality. Pearl's is nestled in the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont, close to both Bromley and Stratton Ski Resorts. Join us après ski for a local brew or our hand selected fine Bourbon flights! They make a great accompaniment to some of our guests' favorite menu items: Fried Chicken, BBQ platters including ribs and pulled pork, Shrimp & Grits, Blackened Catfish and Pearl's Brisket Burger. Our variety of fixins' are sure to please your palate--whipped yams, Mac n cheese and fried okra, to name a few. And Pearl's homemade desserts are a great way to finish your meal!Catch the game in the Tavern on one of our 3 HD TV's, or take a Barrel Aged Cocktail out to our patio firepit and enjoy the crisp air and the views. BBQ Feasts are also available to-go! Bring the family, or reserve your next large group gathering at Pearl's. We'll see y'all soon!

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6. Marsh Tavern - The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa

3.3

Good(360)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 2 times today

The Marsh Tavern offers New England and eclectic cuisine, with Local Vermont influences in a casual historical tavern environment. A favorite destination for Manchester locals and hotel visitors since 1769.Please visit our website for information on additional dining at the Equinox Resort or call our hotel concierge at (802)362-4700Open DailyBreakfast: Daily 7:30am – 11amDinner: 5pm – 9pmBurger & Beer Wednesdays 5 - 9pm

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. Dorset Inn

2. Barrows House

3. Copper Grouse - Taconic Hotel

4. CurATE at Southern Vermont Arts Center

5. Pearl's Place & Pantry

6. Marsh Tavern - The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa

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