Rustic Rooster, located in the charming town of Shrewsbury, VT, stands out as a must-visit American restaurant. With a cozy ski lodge ambiance, this eatery excels in both food and service, creating a welcoming atmosphere that transforms a meal into a memorable experience. Diners rave about their diverse brunch menu, featuring indulgent options like the Biscuit Sandwich with a hearty filling and the light, sweet Cinnamon & Sugar Crepes. Customers express sheer delight over their entrees too, particularly the Garlic Butter Bone In Ribeye, known for its rich flavor and perfect preparation. The Fish & Chips and the creative Black Bean Burger are also crowd favorites, showcasing the kitchen's dedication to quality. Moreover, the staff, highlighted by charming servers like Donna, contribute to the warm, friendly vibe, often making guests feel like they’re visiting family. Reviewers frequently note how attentive and engaging the staff is, from personal interactions to the thoughtful presentation of dishes. The emphasis on fresh ingredients and a thoughtfully curated menu resonates deeply with patrons, leaving them eager to return. With its blend of exceptional cuisine and inviting atmosphere, Rustic Rooster has quickly become a cherished spot for locals and visitors alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Rustic Rooster
Ariana Kahn
Jun 2,2025
A wonderful go-to eatery during our ski-cation. The best of the many restaurants we visited during 4 days in the area. Good food, cozy atmosphere. Donna, our charming server, was the star of the experience.
Emily Russo
May 18,2025
The absolute best restaurant I have ever been to!!!! Amazing staff and food! Everyone here is so friendly and welcoming, feels like coming home. Food is so good, the wings are unmatched with the rooster rub!
Mack S
Apr 30,2025
This place was unexpectedly amazing. We’re out of towners and this place looked like they had a uniquely curated menu and I’m so glad we tried it out. Everything was delicious, all staff was friendly. The atmosphere was quaint and you can tell a lot of thought goes into everything here. Amazing service, bartender used our names and chatted everyone up. Wish we had places like this local to us. We had fun just reading all of the specials, next time we’re in town we will be sure to make another visit. Every single food and drink item we had seriously tasted amazing.
Eliza Farrell
Apr 25,2025
Absolutely lovely place for a meal. Delicious food that tastes utterly (udderly?) fresh, very welcoming and responsive service, and a cute, rustic vibe.
John Guido
Mar 28,2025
This restaurant is ideal for both quick and leisurely lunches, evoking a cozy ski lodge ambiance. The warm wooden interior, vaulted ceilings, tasteful decor, and verdant views outside the windows create a romantic atmosphere, even in the presence of lively locals reacting to football on the bar TV. The apple brie burger—a special deserving permanent menu status—stands out as the finest burger yet, perfectly cooked and served on a light, airy bun that leaves you energized instead of needing a nap. In a wholesome display, the owner (or someone appearing to be the owner) dashed outside to return a forgotten credit card. May this place remain eternally open!
Peter Perkins
Mar 20,2025
Very nice atmosphere. Rustic but clean decor. Wait staff was very friendly, shout out to Donna. Had the bbq ribs, fish&chips and the bean burger. All was flavorful and we'll prepared. Would come back again. Drafts were 6 and cans were 9. Bill was 90 for nachos, 3 meals and 2 beers.
Anthony Henson
Feb 22,2025
Very good food. Bacon wrapped jalapeno shrimp is amazing. Mac and cheese is also very good. Prices are good and staff is friendly. Great place to go.
Monica Solis
Feb 21,2025
Omg! It was delicious! We all got something different and everyone was happy. Worth the drive from Okemo. The rib eye was excellent, the 2 burgers were as well and the ham and mushroom grilled cheese!! You can't go wrong here! P.S. beer was good also!
Reviews For Rustic Rooster