Cafe Provence in Brandon - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

I have been here before . Yet again when one drives by a place You Tube thinks you actually visited . Then they ask you a question but you can't give your answer you have to select one of theirs . Really ?

The service is alright. When it’s busy sometimes they can forget you but the ambulance is so cute so I’m never in a rush. The food is pretty good you have to know what to get but the portions are kind of on the smaller side. They use local ingredients which is a huge win and again the ambience is amazing. However the prices are pretty steep for the smaller amounts and the alright food. All of their desserts are good BUT it’s because they’re form the bakery down the street. If you like the desserts you can get them at morningside without the mark up.

This is not the style of restaurant that I usually go to. My wife likes this place. I will say the food was unbelievably good. Service was ok, not great. We will go again.

We were camping about 30 miles away and stumbled upon this gem! Drew, our waiter was fantastic and he made our meal an event not just due to the great food but by making us feel important and wanted! That can be a bit rare these days and we actually went back for a second tasting, and to pick up my ATM card I left in the envelope on the previous day.

Lovely brunch menu here! Could have tried many other dishes. Something for everyone. We enjoyed the crepe special with oysters and the salad nicoise with scallops. Sat outside under a large 3 season awning where we were comfortable out of the sun. The hostess & our server were friendly and relaxed. Too bad we’re not closer to take advantage of this superb restaurant.

Delicious lunch of gazpacho, mussels, and chocolate bombe. Food was fresh and well seasoned. Staff were attentive and gracious, atmosphere was casually pleasant. I enjoyed watching the chef in the open kitchen. Next time I’m in the area, this will be my first dining choice.

Third time here this year and it just keeps getting better. The chef has to be the most outstanding gourmet chefs for miles around! My husband and I make a special effort to stop here in Brandon any time we travel up and down Vermont. Such a joyful experience to dine at Cafe Provence! The service was delightful and staff are obviously well trained. Oh yes, it can get gay as this us a very popular restaurant!

Went in for breakfast and two other tables were waited on and placed their order and we only had water. Very dissapointing.

This is the best restaurant in Vermont hands down! Every time we stop here we are totally taken aback at how fabulous the food taste and it’s presentation. Having widely traveled in US, Canada and Europe my husband and I do believe you cannot find a better dinner anywhere!!

Great spot tucked away in Brandon. Their food was delicious and drinks were just right. The Seafood Stew and any goat cheese dishes are highly recommended. If you’d like some of the best service in Vermont, check these folks out and request Brianna’s section if available, top notch experience!

Excellent food but the meal was strained by really mediocre service. 15 minutes after sitting down we still didn’t have waters. After 10 more minutes we had to ask if our wine was coming. At the end of the meal we sat for 20 minutes waiting on someone to get the check. There were probably 8 other tables but the staff seemed completely overwhelmed. The food was excellent so we would return but having it’s a bit more organized next time.

My daughter and I had lunch. The food was good but service was terrible. I honestly think our waitress was on some medication. She brought out our food after a bit of a wait but we had no silverware. She said she would be right back, a few minutes later she was polishing glasses at the bar. We were sitting outside so my daughter went inside and grabbed some silverware off a table. We ordered a ginger ale which never came. We never saw our waitress again until we went inside to pay our bill. Apparently some other table got our bill and paid it so she had to recreate our tab. She seemed to really be struggling. The hostess, who she told us was her daughter was not around so she was on her own. We finally left but I felt sorry for that woman, I hope she is ok. That job seemed too be much for her.

Great food. Service was horrendous. Don’t go. It’s not worth it. The owner appears to be a self absorbed chef who does the cooking while total chaos happens around him. He has the big chef hat too. This is the third time we’ve tried it. It’s totally mismanaged. Nobody is running the place. The food is good but you won’t get a second drink or even an add on to your meal. Ridiculous doesn’t describe it. The locals have to be pretentious and pretend they have a place that’s appealing. It’s the same nonsense that keeps many places in Vermont open. In any real city this place would be closed in 6 months. Good food and if you have 3 hours to spend and want to bring your own food and drinks to hold you over after the initial order than this is the place for you ! I actually saw the people at the table next to us today begging for the check with total disgust for 20 minutes trying to get out of there. Then some local fool from the table had to stop by to thank the chef in the big hat on the way out to kiss his ass for the poor service. If you have a brain you know what type of environment I’m talking about.

We had the beef and veggie burgers and it was really nice! Merci Jacob for your service, we loved having you as our waiter 😊

Living in Middlebury, we often forget about Brandon, but we always have such a great time when we go! This was our first time at Cafe Provence for dinner in ages, and our first time sitting inside and not out on the patio. The food was absolutely amazing, the atmosphere was wonderful, and our server Dawn was one of the best we’ve ever had in Addison County! Perhaps our favorite part was that we could upcharge for a split entree, and the presentation was fabulous. I love to get coffee and dessert after dinner as well, and this did not disappoint. They even have a dessert sampler! What could be better! We can’t wait to return!

This was my second visit with family. We had good experience with a great waitress. The staff was stretched by the Friday night crowd so service was slow at times. the small kitchen was also challenged by the size of the crowd. The number of tables and dining room size, if near capacity, would certainly cause the kitchen to choke. That said, the haddock with crab cake and duck 2 ways entrees were expertly presented and worth the wait. They have a nice wine list by the glass and by the bottle. Beer and cocktails also on offer. The rolls were hot with plenty of butter available. Desert was excellent and a light choice was available. The noise level was moderate to high after the room was nearly full. I would have preferred a bit more room between tables. We will go again.

Food was great. The kids menu had a good selection and was very good food also, we had the burger from the dinner menu which was very good and the NY strip steak. Everything was excellent.

It’s been a quite a few years since we’ve eaten at Cafe Provenance, but in the past we had great food and service, and expected the same. Really disappointing. We walk in with no reservation and ask if they can accommodate 2 people. No problem. They seat us and not too long after a guy brings us water. After that it took a long time for the wait staff to take our order. Food came promptly, but just o okay. Not a lot of flavor. My spouse ordered salmon wrapped scallops and I had the baked haddock topped with a crab cake. The sauce was bland. Lots of bell peppers (too much). The waitress seemed annoyed when we asked about the prices on the specials and her overall demeanor was not friendly. It will be a while before we go back.

Chef Robert is amazing. Great quality food at a really affordable price

Great goat cheese app. The bread pudding is amazing... like a gooey deconstructed cinnamon bun.

Dog friendly (outdoor seating) in the warmer months. Some seats are covered but we sat out in the open which was perfect on a comfortable day as the sun was getting into the shadows. They bring bowls of ice water out almost immediately for the dogs. Food was absolutely wonderful, with the exception of the cheesecake I didn't feel was as good as everything else we ate (was not bad, just nothing special nor my preferred type of cheesecake, YMMV). We had a few apps including the escargot salad. For an entrée I had the salmon wrapped scallops. Scallops are always a dicey order and often aren't cooked properly but everything was put together and cooked perfectly. The beer list was nice with a lot of local craft brews. Very relaxing meal with great service and food.

I have literally never had anything from Cafe Provence that was less than delicious. I can't recommend their food more, and their service is great. I eat there fairly regularly and I am never disappointed.

Spectacular in all ways, great service and a lovely setting in the heart of downtown Brandon. The French onion soup was excellent and we split the BLT, glad we did as it was much too big for one! Fresh ingredients and delicious!

Amazing food and service. Went for a cooking class on a tuesday night, it was fantastic! will return for another class, as well as dinner.

We really enjoyed our meal. Nice variety on the lunch menu.

The food here was excellent! The service was also very good. We enjoyed a nice dinner with generous portions. Would recommend!

Food was great, not crowded. Was really nice for my mom's birthday

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed a cooking class! Intimate and delicious! I am thoroughly impressed! I would, without hesitation, recommend booking a class with your partner, a friend, or a family member.

Pleasant restaurant. Outdoor seating. Good food.

Cafe Province offers an exquisite dining experience that transcends the ordinary. The Half Baked Chicken with Ratatouille is a culinary masterpiece, combining succulent chicken with the vibrant flavors of Ratatouille in a symphony of taste. The ambiance is charming, and the attentive staff adds a touch of warmth to the dining experience. A visit to Cafe Province is not just a meal; it's a journey through gastronomic delight.

Had a reservation for lunch. We were seated quickly and then ignored for 40 minutes. We got up and left.

Went for dinner with my wife. The ambience is relaxed elegance. Service was excellent and service by Nathan was great. I had the Provence seafood stew that was delicious. Used my bread to sop up all the broth which was heavenly. Finished with the Chef's tasting dessert, the perfect finish.

I rated food as 3 stars for my husband SEAFOOD STEW was incredible. However my flat iron stake was absolutely ordinary, and I would definitely not order it again. The chef's tasting dessert is pretty good too. Service was impeccable.

see title. Do not miss this French gem in a small Vermont village-service , food, ambiance all wonderful-I had a delicious duck breast

Always one of my favorite spots to stop in Brandon on my way through.

Best lunch-amazing Cobb salad, good atmosphere.

Today was our second time visiting Cafe Provence..six years ago we walked out after waiting for an hour after we ordered with no food and no explanation...we thought perhaps they were having a bad day let's give it another shot..today we made reservations..10 minutes after being seated we still were not even approached..so I went back to the waitress who sat us and was told she'd be right there...she came over and proceeded to tell us she was the only one on..not even an attempt at an apology just a kurt "I am the only server right now"... we ordered and 45 min later she came back to say they had to re make my husband's chicken cordon bleu...no attempt to save the interaction with offer of a second beverage or soup or rolls, we felt like an inconvenience...20 minutes later our meals arrived...again with no apology...we gave you a second chance but we are done...

Menu hasn't changed in years. Service is good some days and on others we may have to wait an hour or more to be served and we had reservations. Wait staff sometimes not so welcoming or friendly.

I have been eating at Café Provence for many years. It is almost a home away from home and a place where I can entertain my dearest friends. The food is delicious and soul satisfying, with interesting and creative flavors combined to create a journey for the palate. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, yet we are in the presence of a great chef, and certainly, haute cuisine!

Great restaurant in Brandon Vermont.

Bought a gift certificate for a friend who loves this place. Website TOTALLY sucks, as well as no one ever answered my email. SO, don't bother - unless you are physically in the area to walk in and purchase. Guess they don't want the business...

The restaurant is second floor from street level. I absolutely loved the seafood stew….it was amazing. Both French white wine glasses were great. My only tiny criticism is they were too cold; wine too cold hides the flavor and aromas. I live 3.5 hours away and would come back for this stew.

Great food! Service was a bit slow, but that's very European 😉. Thought our server was excellent, if a little harried. I would certainly return to this place.

I have been here several times and each time the food, ambiance, and service is superb. Dinner last night was beautiful. We had Asiago Cup Salad, Caesar Salad, and side salad for appetizers and all were perfect. I wish we could buy the asiago cups!! Dinner rolls were served piping hot and wonderful. The entrees were divine! For the first time I tried one of their pizza's, (the Portobello) and the meatiness of the mushrooms were very well balanced by lemon zest--- a combination I have never seen before. My dad greatly enjoyed his steak, and the server Dawn perfectly recommended a gluten-free combination for my Mother that met her VERY strict standards (this is a woman that is nearly impossible to impress at restaurants). Can't wait to go back soon!

We enjoyed an early dinner under the extensive shaded patio near lovely flower gardens and potted plants. Not pretentious but nice quality with a French flair, and reasonable prices.

Nice quaint town. Several options for places to eat in Brandon, Vermont. Not on Sunday. Cafe Province was the only place open. The atmosphere and food was great. 5pm, the hostess greeted us and escorted us to a table with a menu. We wait. My girlfriend and I had a large lunch earlier, we ordered a pizza to share. She had an unsweetened tea and I had a mixed drink. So, our bill was close to $40 total. The server mentioned the specials for the evening. The restaurant was empty. Four women show up. They were seated next to us. The sever was at their table several times. It would have been zero effort on his part to turn towards us to see if we needed anything. Instead, he turned around and ignored us. It doesn't matter if our tab was 40 or 100 dollars, we are still your customer. He had someone else bring over our pizza. The only time he came over was to give us our bill. I tipped him for the drinks only. That was the only time he came over to our table. Ok. I had on a t shirt and blue jeans. I wasn't business casual nor did I wear my $500 dollar pin stripped suit. It shouldn't make a difference. Simple put, I DON'T LIKE BEING IGNORED.

Had our grandson’s graduation party there. Everything was excellent! I don’t know how Chef Robert does it!

My husband and I both had one of the specials, Breaded Chicken Nicoise over Angel Hair Pasta. It was fabulous. I hope it's on the menu the next time I visit, which will be soon! We have been to this restaurant several times and everything we've had has been delicious.

We had a reservation for dinner. It wasn't busy at the time and we ordered 3 salads and dinner. It took 45 minutes to get 2 salads. They said something about the pizza place next door being closed which was causing a backup for our pizzas. However the pizza was cold and obviously sitting for awhile before we got it. one of us didn't even get the salad and when he reminded the waitress about it, it came missing the chicken. The chicken we did get on the salad was really dry. I think our total wait from sitting to getting our food was almost an hour and a half. Our waitress wasn't very personable or attentive either (another one had brought drinks and a couple of items who was more friendly) $130 for salads and pizzas that were cold is really steep. I would not recommend

Today was our first time to Easter brunch. Will DEFINITELY NOT be our last. We have been several Thanksgivings, a Mother’s Days, and a few just “regular” suppers. Food has always been fantastic! portions are not skimpy, and the staff are just wonderful. Highly recommend

Great company, and Waite service, however con census was the haddock was little over cooked for two of the dinners. Seasoning on my haddock was hot spicy, which I didn’t expect, but interesting. Went on a Friday night, and the comment was made the chef wasn’t present. Will try again, even with the 45 min drive.

Cafe Provence is an absolute hidden treasure in Vermont. From the friendly and knowledgeable staff to the talented head chef and owner this restaurant deserves to be on everyone’s bucket list. Authentic French cuisine that is always prepared perfectly and presented beautifully. One of the few restaurants in the state with an open kitchen, it provides guest of all ages the the entertainment of being able to watch intricate dishes being made with the finesse of the well trained kitchen staff. Other services offered include catering, cooking classes and wine tastings!

My wife and I really enjoyed our lunch here. The food we had was the best we have had in a very long time. The food we saw delivered to the neighboring tables looked just as good. We plan to go back soon even though it's over an hour away.

Good place, the waitress was very nice, she was very polite about giving us the wrong food, pretty weird having a body mirror in the corner so I can watch myself poop though. Food was spectacular especially the bread. I love bread.

always good food but disappointed yesterday as I had a confirmed resy lunch reservation only to find out it was closed til january 17. !!

I was in Vermont for a 10 day road trip and staying with a friend in Middlebury and the main purpose of the trip was to watch my grandson who plays on the UVM hockey team in Burlington. The first days of the trip my host and her brother and wife wanted to go to the Cafe Provence in Brandon and off we went. Didn't know quite what to expect but the menu looked exciting and we all had different selections. I went with the calimari and greens and it was Wow, some of the best calimari I have ever had. So light and crispy, no rubber at all and totally loved it. The others all very much enjoyed their choices. Went for a trio of desserts, the maple creme brulee stood out along with the like chocolate brownie with ice cream. One of the best meals I had by far in Vermont. Wait staff most friendly and accommodating and always love the open kitchen vibe. We enjoyed the food so much, my friend and I went back a few days later. I loved the calimari so much I had that again and also opted for the French Onion soup and that was a meal in itself and was excellent. Again a couple of desserts. This time the maple creme brulee was in a different type container and maybe made by another hand as not quite as good as the first time I had it. My only negative and a most minor one. For sure if in this area, I would put Cafe Provence as a must stop. It was of great value and prices more than fair. Jim at Maplelag in Minnesota

Good food & service Decor a bit dated

roast beef sandwich… bread is very nice. Toasted please! Coffee…. Overall lots of attitude think about it.

My husband and I hosted a private dinner here for some friends the weekend of our wedding, and it was the perfect venue! The room is beautiful and cozy, the food was delicious, and the staff was so accommodating and proactively enacted our vision for the event. Thank you so much!

Très bonne table, menu varié. Vous pouvez déjeuner, dîner ou prendre un brunch le dimanche. Produits de qualité et plats très goûteux. Un coin de France au cœur du Vermont. Si vous êtes dans les environs, réservez une table!

Really shocking treatment. Walked in around 7 for dinner last year on a Wednesday before leaf peep season. Was nastily told by the hostess if we didn't have a reservation we'd have to wait an hour. We had heard good reviews so said sure. We asked if we could sit at the bar and order drinks while we waited and was told no, not enough staff...though there were already people sitting at the bar 🍸!! We did nothing to deserve such hostility This year went to River Grill which was super! Best of luck.

The tomato tart on a thin crust was delectable and just perfect. Try it for sure. I had the lamb chops and enjoyed them. Cooked just right. Service was also timely and helpful. Was visiting from Seattle area the weekend of the 1st. Will return again on our next trip to Vermont.

Just passing through on our way north we found this place by luck. Not much ambiance inside, but the food was first class.

Amazing lentil stew and amazing seafood stew. Flavors were off the charts.

We had the seafood stew and chicken Cordon Bleu special. Wonderful food, prepared just right. The coffee and pastries for dessert were fabulous as well. Friendly service, great atmosphere.

We usually have a great experience in this restaurant, however every thing was off last Sunday dinner. There were ton of house flies indoors and was very annoying. Our waitress was very unfriendly and did not come back to our table for the entire 1.5 hours. I kept asking other waitresses for help. Just very disappointing because it's not a cheap restaurant. Giving 4 stars only because the breakfast was amazing with incredible waitress. She saved the day.

We stopped off here for lunch on what was probably the hottest weekend in July. It was great to have comfortable and shady outdoor seating, and our food was delicious. I particularly remember the excellent gazpacho.

Terrible experience. Waitress copped a major attitude and we had no idea why. It takes a lot for me to write one of these. I had to chase her to get her to wait on us. Literally. I guess the $220 bill for four that they gave us wasn’t enough. We asked to see the manager and she told us SHE was the manager. And then she argued that she was just sooo busy and I’m sorry about half the tables no more were occupied. The food was not even middling. The seafood stew was slop. Don’t get it. Suffice it to say she didn’t get much of a tip.

¡Menú Gluten Free! Es el único restaurante de Brandon que se puede comer Gluten Free. Los camareros son súper amables, el sitio está muy bien puesto. La comida increíblemente rica. Me ha encantado y se puede comer muchas cosas Gluten Free. Además, una de las camareras es celiaca, con lo que sabe perfectamente que puedes comer sin contaminación cruzada y que te siente bien. Tienen una terraza muy chula, que la verdad está muy bien para cenar. Dentro, si hace mucho calor, por la cocina abierta que tienen, te asas, aunque tengan puesto el aire acondicionado. ¡Es nuestro restaurante favorito de Vermont! ¡Volveré seguro!

Wanting just a casual dinner we tried the downstairs pub of Cafe Provence and were not disappointed. Our server Nicky answered our questions about several of the menu items and provided regular attention throughout our group's dinner. The Jalapeno Poppers are a must and my beef tips must have come from the upstairs Cafe Provence kitchen as the sauce was incredible. Others in our party were totally satisfied with their nachos, vegetable pizza, burger and fish and chips.

Friendly, helpful staff, and of course extraordinary meals!

Food is exceptional. From the cucumber soup , Beet salad, escargot, to the entree seafood stew or the duck special. A restaurant worthy of a trip to dine here ( we have a house 15 mins away) some things I’d do differently, I’d dine later and outside . We went early and ate inside ( their ac is not robust enough to cool it) as it was mid 80’s outside . But if I was in France .. 0 AC , so it was Authentic:). Service was excellent, off street parking . Limited but good wine list . Desserts are a strong point :). The food was better than 5 stars ..

Always a great dining experience

Expect to wait an hour or more just to get your food. That said, the food is amazing.

We were staying in the area and based on reviews from various sites we made a reservation to have dinner at this restaurant. Upon arrival, we were quickly seated and met our waitress. We really wanted to like this place. We ordered a bottle of wine and reviewed the menu. We then heard about the specials from our waitress. We seldom eat red meat but the steak special sounded great, so we both ordered the strip steak with flavored potatoes and a vegetable. This is reportedly a French restaurant with the chef on-site and involved in the food preparation. Well, after ordering our waitress returned and advised she was incorrect on the potatoes, they would instead be garlic mashed which was fine with us. The wine was good and our dinners arrived. The potatoes were apparently over whipped as they were basically a liquid pool for the steak to sit in. The potatoes did not have a hint of flavor, garlic or otherwise. The steak was cooked properly (medium for both of us) but also was flavorless. It seemed to be a nice cut but somehow there was simply no flavor. The green beans also had little to no flavor. Despite this, we ordered dessert. The DW had cinnamon bread pudding while I had the creme brûlée. Both desserts were mediocre, not what we expected from a fairly highly rated French restaurant. Possibly it was an off day, but we were really disappointed with our meals. As stated previously, we really wanted to enjoy and like this place but it was simply not the case. When the check arrived our dismay only increased. We cannot possibly recommend this restaurant.

Stopped in for the Sunday brunch and it was simply fantastic! We got varying Eggs Benedicts and an order of French Toast to split amongst the four of us and were most impressed. Very good cup of Joe too.

A disappointment all around. Never had French Onion Soup that was a GRAVY.

I've eaten here many times, and never been disappointed. Their cassoulet is one of my favorite meals anywhere, but even the burger or the omelet is great. Highly recommended.

A weekly must! The staff are always friendly, they know us. The food is incredible-fresh, flavorful and proportioned just right. We love Cafe Provence!

The food, service, atmosphere, price...it's perfect. Imagine a good dining experience pre COVID and Cafe Provence does it beautifully.

A true hidden gem. The food is delicious, and the prices are very reasonable. We went for lunch. I had the salmon, and my husband had seafood stew and a lovely squash soup. All of it was superb. Gourmet Provence is well worth a drive to Brandon. Highly recommend.

Wow … was not expecting that. I understand staffing is an issue but completely ignored by wait staff and basically made to feel like we were a burden by just being there….. seriously you are better off not being open if you are not going to actually wait on your customers. Sad….

Owner/Chef was present doing the preperation himself in the open kitchen. Entree was fabulous, staff first rate and ambiance perfect. Price was very reasonable. Definately a repeater. The Vermont snowstorm outside only added to the warmth and comfort of the evening inside!

Always excellent food and service.

The food is delicious, we loved it so much we went here two nights in a row, they have a good wine and beer selection and the staff are very friendly! I recommend the seafood stew, that is something special!

Chef and owner is very talented and award winner French Chef. His ingredients are fresh and food buttery delish. Last time we had brunch and egg Benedict was good special. I had the spinach and my husband had the lobster. It was very fluffy and light. My mother in law loved the flourless chocolate cake.

Everything cooked perfectly and every bite delicious. No complaints. Socially distanced space, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Ample dining time with no pressure to rush. All in all, this is a class act and can’t wait to return.

On a cold but sunny day we stopped at this place on our way up from the south. The place has a warm and friendly ambience, service is prompt and very friendly. The food was outstanding. We recommend this place and will probably visit it again, though a long way from Burlington VT.

A lovely, relaxed culinary class for our group which was several hours long highlighted by a full menu of classic French cooking fun. Very nice demonstration kitchen set up with comfortable private seating area. We partook of the wine offerings as our master chef and...

Great ambiance, friendly staff and great location. The salad and quiche was really good and the ice tea was made with a good quality tea. Great place to visit.

Amazing food with many menu options.

Excellent sea food stew. Nice atmosphere. Enjoyable time.

Sunday Brunch Menu, savory options, excellent service... the beauty of Autumn in Brandon VT.

Had dinner inside because of chilly weather. The outside seating area looks like it would be fun. Prices are reasonable. The spinach salad is what you would expect. My partner had the goat cheese salad and would recommend it. The seafood stew is "the usual"...

The restaurant was busy, but we were seated and told that water was coming. Half an hour later or water was dropped off and the woman practically ran from the table. Still had not placed our orders. After being passed by many times by the...

Four of us arrived were on a cycling trip together and our first night was in Brandon, Vermont. We were advised to make a reservation at least a week ahead of time as we were going to be there on a Sunday night and our...

Friendly staff that aims to please. Food was delicious. We would go back if we are vevery in town again.

Made a reservation, drove an hour just to be told we couldn't order from the dinner menu. Wait staff all seemed to have a different idea as to when dinner starts. This is the best example of what happens when you allow children to run...

We were part of group of ten and were seated outside at one table. The ambiance as well as the service was very good. How great to have such a sophisticated restaurant in Brandon, VT. We were very pleased with our food and the whole...

New favorite restaurant awesome meal great service