Location: Jay
Top Restaurants in Jay
Jay Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Jay
Jay is one of the northernmost towns in Orleans County, Vermont, United States, located on the Canada–US border. The population was 521 at the 2010 census. Jay is named for John Jay, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The US Census Bureau estimated that the town's population had increased by 13.1% between 2000–2005, the seventh largest increase in the state. Jay is also home to the Jay Challenge, a three-part stage-race, typically held in July.
Things to do in Jay
1. Bernie's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Bernie's is a full service restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 6:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. 7 days a week.plus specialty nights Mexican Mondays & Thursdays, Roast Prime Rib Wednesdays,Roast Turkey Sundays and Chef's choice on fridays and Saturdays. We are a Chef owned and operated establishment using all locally grown, hand picked produce and meats. All of our soups, salads,dressings,desserts,and breads are home made. Wines by the glass or bottle, Micro-brews on tap, and a full service Bar to craft your favorite beverage."if you don't see it on the menu" ask the chef!! If it's in our kitchen it will be prepared for you...
Reviewed By 308brucew - Puyallup, Washington
Bernie's is easy to find in Montgomery Center, heck everything is easy to find there! We had food with farm fresh ingredients and it was served promptly and hot as it should be
2. Paddie's Snack Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By aleym - tallahasse
Ipswich clams at a little snack bar. Outdoor seating is the perfect dining experience for a wide spectrum of dishes locals probably take for granted but for a southern boy they were exotic. Talking with Paddie was great. I'm coming back. Ate too much to enjoy the classic ice cream sundae. Next time I'm pacing myself.
3. Jay Village Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By R0550 - Brockville, Canada
We come to the Jay Village Inn annually to ski. We like this place because they have an excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfast and they have a hot tub. The inn has a lot of character.
Lots of locals eat here. The portions are much too large. Come hungry or plan to share. The breakfasts are so big you won't need lunch.
4. Cajun's Snack Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Robert S - Hyde Park, Vermont
We go here several times a summer, as they are pretty close to our home. Best whole belly clams in the region, really consistent and reliable. So glad this is near us, as we are far from the beach areas where these clams can normally be found.
5. Tim & Doug's Ice Cream
Overall Ratings
5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Brian M - Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Found this by accident. We were walking around the lake front in Newport and found this place judging by the crowd we weren't the only ones. Dozens of flavor both hard and soft with many specials to choose from. I had a medium-sized and it was plenty.
6. Big Jay Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By solamentej - Canada
mind- boggling that anybody can review this place as excellent...maybe few beers can affect reviewers mind..haha
we were so disappointed with the dinner served in Jay Peak (tramside) 'Alice's place'....that after 10 minutes of driving away from the mountain we have spotted this place, and decided to fix our appetite WRONG CHOICE
Ordered food.. and waited... and waited.. and waited some more.. then finally my pizza has arrived.. ( recommended by a wait stuff as a good choice ..ha)
it must have been their specialty called "charcoal" pizza :-(
I have never been served with worse pizza ever....what a disappointment to see them serving me this burnt pizza.. yes..anybody ,I guess can burn a pizza, but to bring that pizza to a customer shows how little this establishment cares about the people who pay their bills!!!!
We were not impressed with their lamb souvlaki or chicken wrap either.
The only thing we, as a group, agreed upon to be worth of presentation was their beef patty used in served burgers.. NOT the burger plate, just the beef patty and ground beef flavor. The fries served with the burger were old, fried most probably in old oil, based on the taste...and thus left untouched on the plate... No sauteed mushrooms, no grilled peppers to decorate the burger meal plates.. no imagination
mind -boggling, how anybody can review this place as excellent... unless the beer is so good....well, one has to try really hard to spoil a beer..right..
For my review to be truthful as it can be , I admit, we were offered to order a meal covered by the establishment. ( so thanks for the extra beef patty)
Did I mention that the coffee ordered here was tasteless too? So, now I wonder, maybe they can spoil the beer too..here
Sorry, but based on what was served to us in this place, my review cannot sound any better :-(
7. Dusit Thai Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Sawasdee - Welcome to Dusit Thai Cuisine Newport, VT. It's our pleasure to serve authentic Thai food to the people and visitors of Newport. We offer a delicious choice of traditional and contemporary Thai dishes in a realaxing atmosphere with beautiful Thai music and friendly Thai smiles. Discover a new dining experiences with a touch of Thai hospitality!
Reviewed By GeoffChing88
Ate here on a recent visit influenced by glowing Trip Advisor reviews and thoroughly enjoyed it! Ordered my favorite noodle dish, Pad See-Ew, prepared to perfection! Restaurant was fairly crowded for a Wednesday evening, always a good sign. Service was exceptionally warm and friendly, would definitely return when back in this area.
8. Waffle Cabin Jay Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By zaz936 - Gatineau, Canada
Kids loved the waffles! We could smell them every day, how appealing! Then my teenage tasted it and converted all of us. Not too expensive, they are a nice treat once in a while during your stay.
9. 100 North Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Catherine O - Montgomery Center, Vermont
I stopped into see if they were open and the hours, as when driving by frequently, I had noticed that they were open. All the on-line reviews say closed, but this is wrong. It is open all day from 7 AM to 8 PM, serving breakfast, Chinese meals,and American sandwich fare. The place is very clean, and pleasant. It is now called the Junction 101 Restaurant, (802) 744-2818 or (802) 744-2868. Between Jeffersonville, Stowe, Newport, Vt.
10. The Black Lantern Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
The Black Lantern Inn has been welcoming travelers and diners since 1803. We are proud to partner with local farmers to serve the freshest meats, cheeses, and produce. We offer a dining experience where couples can enjoy a special night out with filet and a bottle of wine while nearby outdoor enthusiasts unwind with mac and cheese after a day on the slopes or in the woods.
Reviewed By RobertTower - East Berkshire, Vermont
We always enjoy going to the Black Lantern for dinner. It is one of Northern Vermont's better little restaurants. Great bed and breakfast too. Very friendly staff and a wonderful pub to meet up with the locals! Tonight's seafood bake was delicious and a great Carmel ice cream desert!
