Jay Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Jay

April 15, 2018 Alice Mieles

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

72 Main St, Montgomery Center, VT 05471-7107 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Full Bar American, Mexican, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks SGD 9 - SGD 33 +1 802-326-4682
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 184 reviews

Bernie's Restaurant

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

100 Maint St, North Troy, VT 05859 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating American +1 802-988-2599
Excellent
54%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
10%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 19 reviews

Paddie's Snack Bar

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

1078 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT 05859-9694 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Takeout American, Bar, Pub, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 802-988-2306
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 120 reviews

Jay Village Inn

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

1594 VT Route 100, Lowell, VT Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Seafood, American Lunch, Dinner +1 802-744-2002
Excellent
63%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 44 reviews

Cajun's Snack Bar

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

54 Coventry St, Newport, VT 05855-2126 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible American +1 802-334-8370
Excellent
84%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 60 reviews

Tim & Doug's Ice Cream

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

3709 Mountain Road, Located In Montgomery Center, not Montgomery, Montgomery, VT 05471 Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Takeout American, Bar, Pub Dinner +1 802-326-6688
Excellent
66%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 48 reviews

Big Jay Tavern

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

158 Main St, Newport, VT 05855 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Sushi, Asian, Thai, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +1 802-487-9305
Excellent
73%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 107 reviews

Dusit Thai Cuisine

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

830 Jay Peak Rd, Jay, VT 05859-7046 Belgian, Cafe, European +1 240-498-6015
Excellent
42%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Waffle Cabin Jay Peak

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

4278 Route 101, Intersection of Route 100 and Route 101, Troy, VT 05868 American, Fusion +1 802-744-4035
Excellent
50%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
25%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 4 reviews

100 North Restaurant

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

2057 North Main Street, Montgomery, VT 05470 Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Takeout, Waitstaff American, Bar, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner SGD 7 - SGD 33 +1 802-326-3269
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 46 reviews

The Black Lantern Inn Restaurant

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!

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