Table 43.1 at Black Bear Lodge

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   n2bspld

   New England

   88 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   88 reviews

   Dined on 18 March 2022

   overall2food2service4ambience3

   Cold food on a buffet. Food sat without being refreshed for more than an hour while we were there. Very disappointing. Potatoes and chicken were hot. Beef, salmon, vegetables and especially fries and chicken finger were cold to the point they would be a health violation.

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   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 5 March 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience3

   Terribly understaffed and only serves a limited buffet for dinner. Staff was very nice but there were so few of them that the restaurant was dysfunctional

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 March 2022

   overall3food3service2ambience3

   No wait or bus staff upon entry.

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   TOMEVA

   Montreal

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on 2 March 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience3

   Our waiter was the sole server in a busy dining room and did a good job serving good food. Our only complaint was noticing that an 18% tip was automatically added to the bill as the first entry without our being informed. I usually tip 20% but my tip would have been 38% had I not noticed the automatic tip. Buyer beware! We will be back though.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   vip
   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 26 February 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   We saw some bad reviews online. We knew this was a buffet when we booked it and were pleasantly surprised. The food was good and replenished quickly when things got low. Our server was very friendly and attentive. This is not gourmet dining but it hit the spot after a long day on the Mountain!

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 22 February 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience3

   Horrible wait staff. Waiter did not want to put in our order.

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 20 February 2022

   overall5food4service5ambience4

   Family vacation

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on 20 February 2022

   overall2food1service3ambience3

   It was a small buffet but the food choices were diverse so we thought we’d give it a try. There was something for everyone (sort of) because the quality was mediocre at best. The cheddar soup was good, but the beef was horrible, everything else was forgettable. The desert choices consisted on two different kinds of cupcakes, each of which were terrible (if my kid tells me a cupcake is terrible, that is saying something). A staffer told us there were also some cake and pie options and that we should ask our server. When we asked, we were told that for an additional $10 per person, we could choose from chocolate cake and, maybe, apple pie. What a joke - an add-on at the buffet for cake… Then to make things worse, they added an over 20% mandatory gratuity to the bill (added $21.20 on a $93.80 tab). Not worth it at all…there are much better options at Stratton.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 19 February 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Good time / nice vibe

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    CaroP

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience4

    The quality of the food was not super good. Dessert were just a couple of old muffins and that’s it. Only one type of salad and they were not putting more food once they trays started to empty. Overall not the best experienced based on food quality.

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    Judy

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience4

    We did not know from their website that this was buffet only. We were under the impression that you could also order from a menu. We had eaten there before and had done that.

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great ambiance and setting after a long day on the mountain . Especially great with children .

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    Beth

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience2

    Room very dark. Very little staff. Chafing dishes empty took a while to replace.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2022

    overall4food2service5ambience4

    Food was mediocre but the service was great. Our waiter, Moses, was amazing.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience2

    Dinner was buffet only (my fault for not catching that, it wasn’t particularly obvious). Most trays were on the cold side of warm when we arrived at around 6pm. The chicken was overcooked, even when the tray was refreshed from the kitchen, but at least it was hot. Unlikely to ever return, and based on all the empty tables I’m not alone.

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 January 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    Won't go again. Apparently they only had a buffet and a limited bar menu (which want indicated on the website). The overall atmosphere of the restaurant was nice .

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    RobertB

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience3

    Our server Sophie was fabulous and spent significant time with us ensuring a;ll were happy which we were.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 December 2021

    overall1food2service4ambience3

    Everything came out cold

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    KateD

    New York Area

    32 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 26 December 2021

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Our family loved our server, Moises. He went out of his way to be friendly and fun. He was prompt with our drinks and water refills, too. Hostess, Tiffany, was very approachable, also. Unfortunately, we were told many staff members recently resigned, leaving the place short-staffed, so the food timing and preparation was off. Appetizer after the meal (the server took that off the bill), $30 dish that was cold (they sent out a replacement dish and that was cold, too), etc. We know times are so tough for the labor market. We have been coming to this inn for years and hope that they get the support they need. We will certainly give it another try.

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2021

    overall2food3service1ambience4

    Went here for Christmas dinner. Service was exceptionally poor, late, wrong orders, items forgotten in kitchen. Tables next to us had the same experience

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    foodeater

    New England

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2021

    overall1food1service4ambience1

    Terrible food. I ordered the black Ash Pasta. $24 and no protein other than 6 tiny slices of mozzarella. It was what looked like spinach fettuccini (described as carmelized onions mixed w pasta so it ends up looking black) that was clumps if stuck together pasta-like someone who has no clue about cooking pasta, was made to cook the pasta- and essentially flavorless. SO got mussels. Fair to middling. Captive audience so can get away with this supremely overpriced mediocre food. Service was wonderful. Waiter was super friendly and attentive. Avoid if you can.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    The restaurant was freezing. Our main course came out before our appetizers. Soup was freezing cold. Staff was very confused.

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    CliftonG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    We spent over two hours at the table at which point they said they were unsure when the food was coming out. Did not see one single entry come out of the kitchen for other tables. Almost every single other table got up and left with getting any entrees

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    CassidyAthena

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Group of skiers up for the weekend. Just awful.

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    CynthiaH

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My soup and entree were delicious. The server was very attentive. And the environment was very nice. We stayed in the lodge and will definitely be back!

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Moses was the man.

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    TOMEVA

    Montreal

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 24 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Clean environment; greeted quickly on arrival; friendly staff.

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    JohnS

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The first night I had chosen crabcakes and the Black Ash Pasta . Super good amount of food and simply delicious. Luka the chief is right on point. The next night I had shrimp wonton with amazing sauces. Then a margarita pizza which was very good Once again superb delights. Very friendly staff Kara was a great hostess and Al did a great job as my waiter.

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    SethRobins

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 20 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    The food was great. Definitely would go back

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    stephenp

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    food was great. a big improvement since last time we ate at black bear lodge 4-5 years ago.

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 March 2021

    overall3food3service4ambience2

    The place was empty. It was a giant open room with only a handful of tables, which felt awkward. The food was only fair. Our waitress did a great job.

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    Jeanyangny

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, service and ambience! Highly recommend all to try!

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 March 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience3

    This is a hidden gem of Stratton. Food is absolutely fantastic, for reasonable price. It may not be in the Village but for a good meal this does not disappoint.

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    RalphG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 March 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    My Osso Bucco was excellent My Wifes Pasta special was great Our waitress was terrific

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    Cara

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 March 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We have eaten here before, but not in the last couple of seasons. The food was excellent, was served hot and really was delicious! We were pleasantly surprised and send kudos to the (new?) chef.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 March 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience2

    We were 5 minutes past our grace period as we had traffic to Vermont and no cell service to tell them. They tried to send us away saying we were late so they could no longer seat us. We finally convinced the manager to let us sit. We would have been better off not getting seated after all. The food was awful. Everything we ordered was greasy, cold, and unappetizing. Costco makes better appetizers. I’m having PTSD from the mystery meat sauce I ate. Never again. Would NOT recommend this place.

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    Disappointing

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 February 2021

    overall2food2service4ambience2

    We were very excited to go here but it was a real disappointment. The place was eerily quiet and it felt like we were eating in a conference room. The food was not that good either. I had the pesto gnocchi and it was sub par at best. Note, the gentleman sitting near us who talked on his phone at full volume the entire evening sent the same dish back so clearly we were not the only ones who felt this way. The ambience was not inviting at all. And, the food and drinks were not cheap ($64 for 4 mules). The ONLY positive was the service -- our waitress was very kind and super helpful, so much so that we didnt want to send the gnocchi back. We were bummed we ended our weekend here.

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    SusanB

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 February 2021

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    Table 43.1 at Black Bear Lodge was very accommodating. Staff was helpful and gave some great recommendations. Service was quick and the restaurant is super convenient for the Lodge's guests.

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    Stephanie

    New England

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 February 2021

    overall2food2service4ambience3

    My friend got the arugula salad with calamari and I got the Black ash pasta. We also got a side of fries. Out reservation was at 4:30 (restaurant for dinner opens at 4) and they were out of arugula (only one other party was there) so they subbed the arugula for kale. The dressing lacked flavor--or maybe not enough dressing. Calamari was a bit salty but made up for the lack of flavor of the salad. As for the black ash pasta, it was more of a chicken noodle soup dish. Lack of flavor, the pasta was overcooked and became mush in the soup. I actually barely touched the pasta and ate everything else around it. A waitress (different lady than our actual waitress) came to clean the table and did not bother to ask me if the pasta was okay, even though it was obviously untouched. I have to say, any 2 star rating I gave was due to the focaccia that was given in the beginning. The free bread and the side of the fries were the clear winners of this dinner.

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    norac

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 February 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Caitlin was an awesome server

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