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Dorset Inn, Dorset, VT

Dorset Inn

4.8
4.8
896 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Fri–Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (802) 867-5500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Neil Philip
  • Neighborhood
    Dorset
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • "Special Occasion" 4 Inch Cake

    May 25 - Sep 30, 2024
    Make your dinner more special with cake! Please let us know at least 4 hours in advance of your dinner reservations.

What 896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vermont

    Best Overall

  • Vermont

    Best Food

  • Vermont

    Best Service

  • Vermont

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Overall

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Food

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Service

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Ambiance

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Value

  • Southern Vermont

    Great for fine wines

  • Southern Vermont

    Romantic

  • Southern Vermont

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Vermont

    Lively

  • Southern Vermont

    Most Booked

896 Reviews
  1. Al

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent if in the area would return

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  2. martha

    Philadelphia

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant dining experience in a historic Inn. Dining room is quiet and upscale.

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  3. Barbara

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu with a variety of options. Delicious preparation.

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  4. Mike

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been here several times in the past and it still remains one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The servers are friendly and attentive and the food is outstanding.

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  5. Pam

    Tallahassee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the Neet salad with grilled salmon. Delis. Husband had special pasta w/sausage. Not do special. Server was lovely. Such a special place!

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  6. Will

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy dinner at the Dorset Inn - food was great as well as service

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  7. Mel

    New York City

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always! Our server Rachel was outstanding, very knowledgeable, pleasant and attentive!

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  8. Julian

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure dining at the Dorset in. Just simply a great experience.

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  9. Jaquelyn

    Charleston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal here, our favorite place out of all restaurants in and around Manchester!

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  10. Joe

    New York City

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food in an historic setting. We had a wonderful time.

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FAQs

Dorset Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (802) 867-5500.

Dorset Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 896 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dorset Inn

8 Church St, Dorset, VT 05251

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dorset
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Fri–Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Neil Philip
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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