FAQ

Everything you wanted to know about Vermont Restaurant Week

Q. What is Vermont Restaurant Week?
A. From April 29-May 5, participating restaurants will offer special, prix-fixe menus showcasing their chefs’ greatest dishes. Those menus will feature discounted, three-course “tasting-style” dinners (e.g. appetizer, entreé and dessert) priced at $15, $25 or $35 per person. The week also includes a special calendar of special, food-themed events.

Q. How does Vermont Foodbank benefit?
A. 10% of the proceeds from event admissions, sponsorships and restaurant participation fees will be donated to Vermont Foodbank. Restaurant-goers can donate $10 via text message or make a web donation in our Virtual Food Drive will be launched on this website to allow diners to donate to the Foodbank.

Q. How do I know what each restaurant is serving for their prix fixe menu?
A. As restaurants submit their menus to us, we'll post them on the site for your convenience. Also, on Wednesday, April 20, a printed menu guide will be published as an insert in Seven Days newspaper, and will also be distributed at Vermont Federal Credit Union branches throughout Vermont.

Q. Do the prices ($15, $25 or $35/person) include taxes and tip?
A. Beverages, taxes and tips are not included. Please remember to tip well!

Q. Do I need to make reservations?
A. We strongly suggest calling ahead and inquiring about reservations.

Q. Which restaurants are involved?
A. Participating restaurants can be found in the red box above under "Choose a Restaurant" or on the lefthand side of the web page. As new locations sign on, we'll be adding them here.

Q. I'm a restaurant owner, how do I participate in Vermont Restaurant Week?
A. Contact Colby Roberts, the Seven Days Sales Director, for more information. He can be reached at 802-865-1020 x17 or via email.

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