Alchemist Pub and Brewery

1/16/2008 3:58:47 PM, wednesday, january 16, 2008
They make some of the best IPA’s out there in my opinion. Worth the drive from Burlington to get away from the college crowd and enjoy some good beers. Great bar staff.

8/5/2007 8:15:02 PM, sunday, august 05, 2007
This is a great place! - classy, wood and tile interior, yet comfortable and unpretentious - about 8 beers on tap when I was here - 3 IPAs on at once was a bit of overkill, but the other beers were varied enough to make things interesting - all the beers were exceptional - the menu is quite creative, with lots of interesting choices for vegetarians as well as carnivores (their sweet potato fries are some of the best I’ve ever had) - the staff is friendly and knowledgeable - as far as brewpubs go, this is one of the best I’ve ever been to - if these guys don’t get the same popularity and reputation of Southampton then there is no justice in this world.

6/17/2007 7:49:27 PM, sunday, june 17, 2007
I have been going to this place for quite a while, so I though that it might be a good idea to register my thoughts here. This place is a gem... awesome beer and really good food (both pub food and a bit more fancy). The only down side to this is that it is not a big place and unless you get there early or are lucky you can wait a long time to get a table if you go there to eat. There is always room to squeeze in at the bar for one of John’s great brews though. I really love going here and will return again and again and...

5/10/2007 9:45:32 PM, thursday, may 10, 2007
Definitely a great place to stop if you’re anywhere near. Tonight we were going to hit the Flatbread place in Burlington, but when told there was an hour long wait, we decided to drive the 25 minutes south and try out the Alchemist. Worth the drive! You can’t go wrong when there’s a Steelers pennant above the bar! Food was very nice, those dry rubbed fries with homemade garlic mayo kicked. Had the reuben panini and my wife a pizza. Delicious. All the beers were very good, and I particularly enjoyed the Tweiss and Pappy’s Porter. The others were just as quality, and I was really surprised to find such as place in this small town. Took home a t-shirt, which I never do. Only wish I could take home some bottles.

4/21/2007 12:14:23 PM, saturday, april 21, 2007 [ Updated saturday, april 21, 2007 ]
Stopped here for dinner and beer on a saturday night. Brewpub was very crowded, hostess quoted us a 90 minute wait, but it only ended up being around 30. dimly lit, with a great atmosphere. Interesting artwork on display from local artists. I would describe the food as pub/comfort food with a creative flair, and it is very good. Better yet, it is priced very fairly- actually a downright bargain. Beers were simply outstanding, especially for a brewpub. The IPA’s on tap were the highlight for me as they didn’t have any of their belgians or wild yeast beers available. If you are in the area, I would consider this an essential stop. I know I will go back next time I am up by Burlington/Stowe.

3/15/2007 11:53:56 AM, thursday, march 15, 2007 [ Updated wednesday, february 27, 2008 ]
Great beer is the norm here, served by attentive bartenders & waitresses(I’ve never seen the bottom of my glass). The dining menu is creative and diverse. Don’t let the simple store front fool you, this place is worth the trip.

12/30/2006 12:57:22 PM, saturday, december 30, 2006
Great beers, great food, great prices. Wish Calgary had a local like this. I was blown away by the petit muntant and the Heady Topper.

12/27/2006 3:23:59 PM, wednesday, december 27, 2006 [ Updated wednesday, december 27, 2006 ]
Great little pub. Has that homey friendly atmosphere that makes you want to stay. Only thier beer with Giuness. Friendly barmaids and bartender. Gave us samples as we discussed beer. They make several good brews. Food looked and smeeled good, so we ordered and it tatsed great. A MUST STOP IN VT

9/5/2006 4:48:45 PM, tuesday, september 05, 2006
Part restaurant, part brewery. Nice tap selection and a friendly staff make this place an interesting stop off. The food is average pub fare, but enjoyable enough.

8/2/2006 2:32:42 AM, wednesday, august 02, 2006 [ Updated wednesday, august 02, 2006 ]
Great bartender. Very nice folks. All the women were ordering Cosmopolitans though. I had the Wild Child (Belgian Session Ale) which I thought was pretty nice. Hubby the Pappy Porter - very good. Also tried the Revitalization Rye. Locals were waiting at the door along with us for 4 o’clock open. Nice family friendly pub. Food was pretty good. Loved the pickles! Had smoked trout, tomato soup with roasted vegetables and hubby had blue cheese burger.