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Hours
Sun
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tue
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sat
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Black-owned, Women-owned
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PRICE RANGE
$16.00 – $35.00
CUISINES
Italian, American, Contemporary, Healthy
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Black-owned, Women-owned
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Serving upscale comfort food in the northeast kingdom! Casual atmoshere with seasonal specialties and using fresh local products.
PRICE RANGE
$16.00 – $35.00
CUISINES
Italian, American, Contemporary, Healthy
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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5.0
74 reviews
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eileen4422
Ashland20 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
We were just passing through on overnite, and did not expect a small town to have such a lovely restaurant w/very good food. We ate on the porch on a beautiful evening (lovely garden outside), and Maria and her staff were friendly, attentive and efficient....and happily allowed our Golden Retriever to sit under our table. Delightful summer salads (large portion) w/peaches/berries & greens. My husband enjoyed the smoked ribs platter/board while I enjoyed the seared scallops. As we sipped a glass of wine before dinner, Maria also brought us a small appetizer plate of some fabulous local cheese called (?) Quarck from 5 Generations farm....unusual & very delicious. Hope we get to try the desserts next time!
Written July 2, 2021
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ljmm68
Boston5 contributions
Dec 2023 • friends
Culinary gem in the NEK
Parson’s Dinner House, located in the old parsonage in the town of Barton, is a must visit in the NEK in Vermont, or if you are heading through the area on your way to Canada. The food, the service, and the hospitality are exceptional. Prices are manageable depending on what you order, but the portions are very generous. The Chef’s complimentary “amuses- bouches” made up of homemade cornbread and tortilla chips with a local cheese dip and homemade salsa verde gets your taste buds going and you feel immediately at home. The menu changes seasonally, but if the lobster bisque is on the menu it is a must have with its generous servings of lobster. The blanquette de veau on the appetizer menu is a delight. The menu is quite extensive with something for everybody. The entree options are wide ranging, all deliciously prepared and makes it difficult to pick one. For the finale, a pot de crème, profiteroles or crème brûlée are all prepared in house and are mouth-wateringly delicious. Overall Parsons is a fantastic dinner experience. We have been multiple times and now that they are open again after the devastating flood damages from early summer, we will be coming back frequently.
Written December 3, 2023
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Dawn From Vermont
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • none
Amazing! Restaurant is located in a cute old farmhouse. The wait staff gave us just the right amount of attention. The pre meal warm cornbread, goat cheese, chips and salsa were perfect. The lobster bisque was mind blowing, and the fruit and arugula salad was delicious. They have a great drink menu too. A must visit if you’re in the area. Will definitely be going back!!
Written June 12, 2022
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Holly P
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • none
Had dinner in January after a long day —service by Sarah was professional very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu choices! Maria (owner) was friendly and welcoming.
This will become a summer culinary escape for our family in 2023 and the hopefully many years to come!! Wow Barton has a gem!!
Written January 31, 2023
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Elizabeth M
44 contributions
May 2021 • couples
You must eat here. It is wonderful! The menu is unique and delicious. The service is friendly and they are taking pandemic safety precautions. They also have some outdoor seating. We had the wild mushroom appetizer, fish n chips, salmon entre, cheesecake, and strawberry shortcake. Give this place a try!
Written May 29, 2021
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Lane S
5 contributions
Jul 2021 • friends
We have had two wonderful meals at Parsons. The owner is a delight and it comes through in the atmosphere and food.
The smoked trout was light and delicious and the corn soup is rich and worthy.
If visiting from New York, you will not be disappointed.
Written July 25, 2021
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martienr2016
Highland Park3 contributions
Jun 2023 • family
I’m delighted to see this new gem among the Kingdom’s treasures. The restaurant’s atmosphere/decor is simple and elegant. Pastry Chef Maria Hill and Executive Chef Steve Vazzano are always warm and welcoming.
Written June 19, 2023
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Charlotte33 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
This restaurant is a hidden gem in the NEK of VT. The husband / wife team have created an upscale casual dining experience with attentive service; fresh, locally sourced, prepared to order unique dishes in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Standard cocktails ( and a nightly special concoction)are offered along with a solid wine list and decent house wines by the glass. Maria (owner/pastry chef) creates delicious desserts. We had the maple pie- fabulous! My favorite aspect of this restaurant is that they are not focused on “turning tables “ during a dinner service. Each drink/ dish comes out in its own time. The result is an unhurried, relaxed, civilized dining experience - like in Europe - an anomaly in the US! Definitely make a reservation as they book up especially on the weekend.
Written July 29, 2024
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Margaret Wisehe... A
World2 contributions
Dec 2023 • solo
A happenstance brought me to this quaint little house/restaurant. From entrance to exit, this was delightfully unexpected sophistication for a small town in Vermont. The country pate was to rave about to those like me who make it the Julia Childs way. And the cream of celery soup with balanced herbs and sweet potato richness was over the top. Kudos to the chef and his wife Maria. Fantastic.
Written December 19, 2023
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Carolyn G
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • friends
First time in this delightful spot. Seated in a timely manner and served drinks upon arrival. Everything sounded so tempting so between three of us we tried five appetizers. The two men raved about the pork belly mac 'n cheese whilst my favourite was the wild mushrooms and also the calamari and and also Caesar salad. Entrees were outstanding (sticky chicken , veal and colossal shrimp) Attentive and personable service made for a memorable evening. A five star experience and worth a two and a half hour drive!
Written December 9, 2023
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Nancy Y
Chatham6 contributions
Jul 2022 • none
This is a wonderful find in the NEK. The decor is simple, soft jazz plays in the background, and the farm-to-table food is outstanding. Save room for dessert. The owner makes them herself from ingredients from her own yard. I am trying to figure out when I can get there again and I live in New Jersey!
Written July 12, 2022
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Arlene B
7 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
This was a wonderful experience. We were fortunate to be served by the incomparable owner and Pastry Chef, Maria. She was awesome. It began with the cornbread plate (blueberry) and tortilla chips and salsa. Never had cornbread so moist and delicious. We shared the Calimari…the aioli was to die for. Lobster bisque was excellent. Hubby had the Caesar salad which was also excellent (I had to taste).We both had the scallops and the “rose” cheesecake. Still can’t figure how they got the cheesecake inside. From beginning to end….just excellent. Met the chef…great man and excellent chef. Three rooms for dining and decorated with taste and in keeping with the age of the building. Very impressed. Made more reservations and can’t wait to go back.
Written August 14, 2022
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Pam T
Eden Mills1 contribution
Feb 2022 • couples
We had the opportunity to have date night after way too long… we choose a new wonderful addition in fine dining to Orleans county and the Northeast Kingdom. The ambiance, fabulous selection of appetizers, entrees and wine were absolutely divine along with the presentation and maple pie. Thank you for a great evening we highly recommend to others and look forward to our next visit.
Written February 11, 2022
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constance m
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • couples
This is a wonderful restaurant that is worth driving to. The atmosphere is relaxed. Staff are wonderful. The food was all great: interesting flavours, well cooked and the chef made adjustments to meet our dietary requirements. All our meals were excellent.
Written October 6, 2022
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G B
Portland12 contributions
Oct 2022 • friends
Beautiful setting, great food. Cuisine includes seared scallops, Arctic Char, Vermont Sticky chicken. All expertly prepared by Executive Chef Steve Vazzano. Desserts by Pastry Chef Maria Hill are stunningly beautiful. Servers are gracious. When in Vermont’s NE Kingdom, make the trip to Barton for an evening with friends you won’t soon forget.
Written October 11, 2022
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