Outdoor Enthusiast: Patio Dining + Drinks in Downtown Rutland

Summer is in full swing in Downtown Rutland! Make reservations to dine with your family and close friends at one of our many restaurants.

Brix Bistro

Located conveniently on Merchants Row, Brix Bistro offers daily specials with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Each week you’ll find variations of seafood, paninis, salads, and more to make your mouth water.

Hours:
Thu - Sat: 4 to 9pm
Closed Mon - Wed

Dog friendly? Yes

Hand carved by Ernie

A classic lunch stop, “Ernie’s” offers sandwiches to go. The New York-style sandwich shop turns out hand-carved roast beef, brisket and turkey sandwiches guided by the slogan "Bacon makes everything better!"

Hours:
Mon - Fri: 9am to 2pm, Sat: 10am to 2pm, Closed Sundays

Dog friendly? Yes

Hop’n Moose

Rutland’s own craft brewery, Rutland Beer Works, offers their full lineup on Center Street at this family-friendly pub. Order takeout or bring a picnic to their new beer garden where you can enjoy brews outdoors.

Hours:
Wed - Fri: 4 to 9pm, Sat: 12 to 9pm, Sun: 12 to 8pm, Closed: Mon - Tue

Dog friendly? Yes

Roots the Restaurant

A snug American restaurant offering an eclectic farm-to-table menu in relaxed yet classy quarters. Enjoy spacious outdoor dining in the Center Street Marketplace Park with live music throughout the week.

Hours:
Tue - Fri: 4pm to 8pm, Sat: 12 to 8pm, Closed: Sun - Mon

Dog friendly? Yes

Strangefellows Pub

Enjoy pub fare items such as wings, nachos, tater tots and fries on the back deck with your choice of a craft beer, liquor and coffee drinks for those looking for a respite after a hard day of work.

Hours:
Wed - Sat: 4 to 10pm, Closed: Sun - Tue

Dog friendly? Yes

Taso on Center

A hip spot for eclectic food, craft beer, and cocktails in a lively atmosphere on Center Street. Stop in for live music on the weekends!

Hours:
Thu - Sat: 4:30 to 9pm, Closed: Sun - Wed

Dog friendly? Yes

Two SHea’s

34 Wales Street | (802) 773-6668

Family owned and operated since 1990, Two Shea’s is a true local’s spot, with popcorn and a pool table, good drink prices, and great service.

Hours:
Mon - Sun: 2pm to 10pm

Dog friendly? No

Vermont Truffle Co

In addition to artisan chocolates made from local, top quality ingredients, The Vermont Truffle Company serves up maple creemees, smoothies, ice cream cones, candies, and more.

Hours:
Tue - Fri: 10am to 6pm, Sat: 10am to 5pm, Closed: Sun - Mon

Dog friendly? Yes