Osteria Pane E Salute
61 Central St, Woodstock, VT, 05091
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Address :
61 Central St
Woodstock, VT, 05091 - Phone (802) 457-4882
- Website https://www.osteriapaneesalute.com
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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CM G.
To echo another Yelper, this is THE best restaurant. Just go there. The owners' knowledge of food and wine are better than 5 stars.
(5)J P.
The food was great, the menu was thoughtfully crafted, and the waitstaff left us alone and never made us feel rushed. The wine list is great, and the owners are very helpful when it comes to choosing a wine, but the beer selection is lacking. Overall, if you are looking for somewhere to spend the better part (3 hours or so) of an evening eating amazing, reasonably priced Italian food near in a romantic environment in New England, this place can't be beat. If it's service, flair, and quantity that you're after, or if you have kids, this is not the place for you.
(4)Michael S.
osteria pane e salute is a rare gem. In summer, owners Caleb Barber and Deirdre Heekin supply much of the fresh ingredients for their menu--especially unusual salad greens--or buy wild foods and mushrooms from Vermont foragers Les Hook and Nova Kim. These (and local pork, chickens, and beef) end up in exquisite dishes that are closely inspired by originals that Caleb and Deirdre tasted all over Italy. Look for an all-Italian wine list with many varietals that just can't be found at other restaurants. And get on their mailing list for their special wine-tastings. Great pastas and thin-crust pizzas round out the menu. Exceptional, tasty, authentic food.
(5)Brian M.
Spent a fantastic night with Dierdra and Caleb last night. Were greeted and sat immediately and were given a complementary glass of prosecco as I let it slip I was in "the business". The menu we concise but well rounded and really highlighted the bounty of the region. Liz and I decided on the prix fixe and were glad we did. First courses of hand cure meats for me and fantastic caprese salad for Liz - both were outstanding and the Tuscan salami on my plate was one of the best I've ever had. Dierda suggested a glass of white for both of us that matched the course perfectly. I suggest if you want to be in and out in less than 2 hours that you tell them first - they cook and plate all to order and could probably move you through faster if you asked. Next course was wild mushroom risotto for me and an artichoke pizza for Liz - both very strong and the 1/2 pizza portion was enough to allow me a slice. This is old school Tuscan style pizza - very good an who knew you could find it in the middle of VT. Hilburg Barbara 2009 worked perfectly with both this course and then my braised pork dish and liz's entrée of the risotto. This is a two person team with a server assistant. They know how to seat the dinning room and work it well. They are also very interested in talking with customers about the food, the farm, etc. If that takes them away from your table for a few extra minutes, our a bit more wine and enjoy. Highlight of the night was seeing two foragers walk in well after service was over with a box of the most beautiful lobster mushrooms and chantrelles I have ever seen. Very well done - Dinner was $200 plus but we spent $75 on wine - well worth it to make the trip a success. Give it a try - I've promised to send Caleb fresh bay leaves and a box of fresh rosemary - If you see fresh bay leaves in a few weeks, they are mine.
(5)Naoki O.
Terrible! Service was super slow. No attention from out waiteress and it way over priced! We had the two specials and both were tiny portions and it took 1.5 hrs for one appetizer and two entrees. Along with one glass of red wine total was $90! It was partially because they charged an 18% gratuity for a table of two on a Sunday night!...would not recommend this place at all. Not sure where all the good reviews came from.
(1)Tony P.
This is a special place! The ambience and the slow paced friendly service signal what to expect. The food is crafted with meticulous attention to detail and is not suitable if you just want to eat and go. You may be there for 3 hours but with the right attitude those three hours become a great experience. It defines the slow food movement and the fresh food reminded me of the fresh food that was so prevalent in the Italian hill towns. Caleb and Deirdre are the team that makes this restaurant special and this despite their clearly non-Italian names. Chi ama il suo lavoro lo fa bene. He who loves his work will do it well. That's the bottom line.
(5)josh n.
On a getaway trip to Woodstock, Vermont I decided to take my Italian wife (a fan of the north end in boston) to Osteria Pane e Salute. If she doesn't know good italian food...no one does. We walked in the door to a small but cozy space decorated eclectically with simple but tasteful pieces. You can see into the kitchen ( a one man show) from the bar where we sat. After ordering a few things off the menu not including the pizza which looked insanely good, we were presented olive oil that tasted (As my wife put it) just like when I was in italy. It was green...nuff said. The wines were recommended by Deirdre and were amazing. I tried the house made, yes I said house made white and red which were superb made from their farm/vineyard in Barnard VT. Our first course was a crostini topped with garlic rubbed kale and pancetta...heaven with a crunchy bite. The kale was perfectly cooked and abundant while the pancetta added a salty flavorful kick at the end. Too much detail to go into about the whole meal...we'll give you the cliffs notes. The star of the night was the pesto...check this out my wife says "best pesto of my life" and then the chef comes out to tell us there is: A) no pine nuts and B) no basil. are you hearing that no basil???? It was amazing and had wonderful walnut flavors. Overall the evening would have been hard to be topped, the gracious hosts, the perfect wine pairings, deft touch with service, and unbelievably balanced and intriguing flavors. A MUST EXPERIENCE if you are anywhere within 3 hours...
(5)Jae L.
There is no better place to eat in town. I know all of my other reviews are really really long, but I have nothing else to say here. You can't go wrong. Order anything. Anything at all. There is no better place to eat in town.
(5)Marilyn C.
I am so happy I made the dark and eerie drive from Killington to Woodstock to make it to this place. (Also very happy I didn't hit a moose along the way.) For this one, I am going to steal the words right out of their mouth because they said it and they mean it. "Osteria Pane e Salute was founded thirteen years ago on SlowFood principles. Our kitchen is terroir-driven with a focus on local, homegrown, and natively wild. Our wine list is also terroir-driven with the mission to compile a living archive of regional, indigenous Italian varietals. When you come to dine with us, we intend for you to savor your dishes, wine, and company. Our aim is to preserve the experience of sharing a meal and the elegance of hospitality, and to take the time to appreciate both. Our restaurant is not designed for those in a hurry.." Deirdre knows her wine for sure! A glass of wine from a vineyard in Sicily that ferments in clay casks buried underground. I have honestly never tasted anything like it. Caleb knows his food as well! Taking celery and turning it into a gourmet food is a feat worth applauding. I loved it and loved knowing that most ingredients came from their own backyard (literally).
(5)Robert C.
Considered making a reservation. The website is utterly pretentious, but their phone message light years worse. Saturday Night Live could do a 30 minute skit on over the top restaurant self absorption based on this place's interface with the public. Get serious Dierdra and Caleb, this farm to table, chef runs the garden, vineyard and winery may be original in Vermont ( probably not ) but is old hat in the San Francisco region where I live. First principle of restaurant business - respect your customer and help them relax and have fun - and have a sense of humor. Have the folks at the local Grange come and consult with you if you hope to run a true farm to table restaurant.
(1)Aaron F.
The overall experience was disappointing. We made reservations a month in advance of the trip. Service was poor. We were in the restaurant for 20-30 minutes before having anything but water. I understand they don't want to rush you, but even in Italy you are offered a glass of Persecco extremely quickly. We shared an appetizer of salami and mozzarella which was fantastic. The secondi was to be a farro special with wild mushrooms and chanterelles. We were told they only had a half portion left so we chose to augment with a half portion of pork ragu over penne. The farro was salty!! The pork ragu was extremely good. We finished with pizza. The pizza was fantastic, but the rest of the menu could not match the quality of the pizza. The wine list was fabulous. Good selections at all price ranges. Along with the pizza, this was the highlight. Biggest problem was the forced 17% gratuity even though the service was questionable. Felt too pretentious for a comfortable osteria in Vermont. We have dined at Marc Vetri's Osteria in Philadelphia. With a much more authentic homey Italian feel.
(2)Heather W.
So... I'm not quite sure what to say dear Yelpers. With all these 5 stars I feel like perhaps this experience was some sort of fluke. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that my boyfriend and I were a solid two (?) generations younger than the general crowd here? Perhaps because we didn't order the prix fixe? I don't know, but I'll just tell you my thoughts as someone who eats out A LOT and tends to think East Coasters give out waaay too many 5 stars for restaurants that are only just good. Service: This was, unquestionably, the worst part of the evening. It's weird because things started off nicely. We were seated (first people there, so it shouldn't be hard) and the owner came over to discuss a wine selection with my boyfriend (after we ordered our food.) Chris is a HUGE wine freak and he really enjoyed the small chat, and the fact that before she made a recommendation she asked what food he ordered. Since, you know, that should make a difference. That conversation was the peak of the dining experience. After the glass was brought out the service went to zilch. Our main course came out (after a very tasty salad) and 1) NOBODY came over to ask how the food was! How is that even possible? The restaurant is tiny. It's not like we could be forgotten in some back corner. 2) Even though Chris had finished his glass of wine before the entrees were even brought out, they never asked him if he wanted a second glass. After making it through half his pizza he decided to just forget it. Food Like I mentioned, the starter salad was great - the light bright vinaigrette was perfect on the winter greens. Main Course: I got a special of the day - a fish stew in saffron broth. So first off, perhaps my palette sucks but I didn't taste saffron...at all. To me, it tasted pretty much like any light chicken-ish broth. And, to make matters worse, as for all the so called fish and shrimp that were supposed to be in there... there was like nada. Yes, there were plenty of mussels but where were these shrimp? Haddock? Smelt? Seriously, there was one full shrimp in my dish. One. And, since it had been in the broth so long (I presume) it virtually disintegrated in my mouth upon impact. And, like carrots in canned chicken soup, it had no independent flavor. Just the broth with a different texture. I did not even come close to finishing the broth because it was all broth, new fish and you can tell it wasn't anything special. At all. As for Chris, his pizza (margherita) was quite tasty. Super duper thin crust (which I like) and the mozzarella with very good. Dessert: Again, good. We got a special again -- supposedly a sponge cake with raspberry and whipped cream. Very tasty but more like a thick shortbread or something. But not quite... like a scone kind of? I'm not sure, but I'm not complaining - it was tasty. Oh and here's the real kicker. After total crap service of being totally ignored what did they do? *** FORCED GRATUITY OF 17%!!!!! *** The waitress (who did not seem to like us much at all... for what reason I do not know) brought the check out and just said "and there's 17% gratuity in that amount". Like it was nothing. Ok, so... there were two of us. This is not some party of six or eight or whatever. TWO. How on earth is that even ok? The food wasn't that great, nobody checked on us, and then they force 17%?! Chris was paying but let me just say -- if I was, you'd better believe I would have said something about that. And by "said something" I mean "wouldn't have paid it" So, yes... I'm not quite sure what to say. People really seem to love this place and I'm sad I got the short end of the stick. I do wonder if it's an age thing? Maybe we just didn't look like we'd be spending enough money? I don't know, but it was really sad. I'm a food lover, not a hater! But, if you ask me, you should try dining somewhere else if you're up in Woodstock for just a quick weekend.
(2)Negar M.
I haven't been to a place more tastefully decorated, a staff sweeter, or dishes better executed from start to finish. If you can find Osteria in Woodstock at night (the sign is badly lit) you will have a romantic meal to remember for the rest of your life. I'm definitely going back!
(5)David L.
I visited here again last night for a simple pizza and wine supper. I declare that I am a pizza snob having lived in Italy for 2 years, and I only like thin crust pizzas, and hailing from Europe, I often have difficulty finding them outside of large US cities. Well I was not disappointed with my dinner. However my partner had a salt pizza that the kitchen said they had put too much cheese on, but we thought tasted fine. Being professional they apologised and informed us when the bill came that we would not be charged for either pizza. I was impressed by this gesture as so often hospitality vendors have difficulty admitting errors, and to declare that they were unhappy with our meals showed a genuine concern. This refreshing attitude will certainly make me return to Pane and also take the time to post my opinions on this site. The restaurant is only small and one usually needs to book a fair while ahead. Only open from Thursday to Sunday evenings. Apart from pizzas the restaurant offers a small selection of dishes cooked I feel like a real Italian trattoria would cook them. Caleb Barber and Deirdre Heekin consistently deliver good Italian food with a masterly degree of pride and care. They have even planted their own vineyard and grow the majority of their salad vegetables at their home.
(5)Brian R.
It's places like this that make me wish I could add a 6th star to my review. This place is just wonderful. When we were dining here, we were thinking it was a little like 10 Tables in our 'hood. But comparing the two would be useful to the 2-10% of yelpers who know them both. The attention to quality and to their guest diners is phenomenal. Prime example - we ordered some apps, then shortly thereafter found out that they ran out of fresh mozzarella for my app. I then was on the fence over a crostini with white beans or the mixed house cured meat plate. After about 5 or minutes, out came Caleb from the kitchen to ask me what I wanted. I explained my situation, and his response was 'why decide between one or the other? I'll make a plate with a crostini on one side and some meats on the other'. Umm, okay I thought! I was kinda floored, just didn't see that coming. And of course it was all good. It was great, actually. I went with the Osso Bucco on special that night, and it was melt in your mouth good. The missus had the pasta verde, which in the deal of a new england winter tasted like the freshness of spring. It would of course be a huge error to not discuss the immense talents that Ms. Heekin brings to the table as well. Our wine glasses were in her extremely capable hands all night, and we were treated to some remarkable italian wines. We wrote the names of each down, but have a hard time believing we'll have much luck procuring these vintners products - unless we plan another trip to italy that is. This is going to sound a bit silly, but when the bill the came I almost thought it came in euros, I was so immersed in this authentic italian dining experience. We're already planning our next trip.
(5)Kimball T.
I really find the negative reviews somewhat unbelievable. If you get bad service - you probably deserved it! Our experience was wonderful! We arrived at our reservation time. Deirdre was informative and available. Her suggestions were exactly as stated. Never had one moment where we felt we needed something and it wasn't available. Even after dessert and coffee, when we weren't ready to leave, Deirdre provided my wife and I just what we needed to complete our experience. Oh, by the way Caleb is a true artist with food. We didn't do the pix fixe - too much food for us - but the salad, main course and dessert (shared) were exquisite in terms of taste, freshness, and simplicity/complexity ( I know, doesn't make sense - but it was!) Try it - you'll like it! P.S. - I inflated the gratuity on the check - pointed out to us as included, with the implication that we could correct it if inappropriate!
(5)Maura G.
Exceeded my expectations. Killington does not have much to offer on the food side of things so, this short drive was 100% worth it! Small and cozy with an atmosphere that relaxes you immediately. The staff was knowledgable and friendly. It tends to be a little quiet and an older of a crowd but the whole staff (owners, chef, waiter etc) makes you feel comfortable and takes time on you happiness. The food and wine was amazing and each sip/bite reflected their passion, time, and love of what they do...this type of restaurant is hard to come by
(5)Ida B.
Small, intimate setting. Wonderful dishes using as much local as possible. Great wine pairings! Owners cook for the James Beard Society in NYC .
(5)Ivana K.
This is a true gem, similar to the relatively new batch of Brooklyn foodie restaurants NYC residents might be familiar with, which delight in their use of extremely fresh ingredients and interesting flavors prepared by creative and thoughtful chefs. Our leisurely evening began chatting with Deirdre and explaining what type of wine we prefer. She came back with the most flavorful Venetian white I had ever tasted from that part of the world - a buttery white with a delightful minerally finish. We nibbled on some very good bread, then a while later shared a simple yet fresh green salad comprised of various tasty lettuce grown by the restaurant. We then split two entrees - a creamy leek, apple and pancetta risotto, and an expertly prepared dorade. We truly appreciated and enjoyed all the delicate yet interesting flavors chosen and prepared by the talented chef! We finished our dinner by splitting some chocolate truffles. I found the whole experience wonderful. Yes, the space is tiny, but very chic and comfortable. Yes, the wait between the courses is longer than usual, but I believe that's to be expected when food of this caliber is being prepared. And yes, the portions were on the smaller side, but each bite seemed so rich in flavor, that we felt completely full and satiated. This was by far our most favorite culinary experience in Woodstock. We can't wait to go back next time we visit the area!
(5)Emily W.
Like many people who love to cook, I am often slightly disappointed when I pay for a meal that I could have made myself, slightly better. It is such a happy relief when I encounter a place that surprises and delights in the way that Pane e Salute did last night. This is an intimate place serving one of the best meals I have had in Vermont. This is local, seasonal food, served un-rushed and simply so that flavors get to shine. The owner/server is a total wine nerd, in the best way. She helped us navigate a relaxed four hour meal paring with gorgeous wines along the way. The salads were bitter greens dressed gently to balance with some sweetness. My favorite starter was a special of roasted green onions, slightly caramelized and served with a soft scoop of fresh ricotta and olive oil. The pizza is thin as a cracker and topped with a delicious delicate red sauce. Three of us shared two pizzas each with different halves, so we got to sample four of their pizzas. My favorite was a roasted tomato and house made mozzarella. Grapefruit sorbetto and wine-poached pears with fresh whipped cream and tender-crisp bits of meringue were both amazing. The service was attentive but unobtrusive.
(5)Don C.
We love Pane e Salute. We typically make the pilgrimage from MA at least twice a year to have dinner there. Their food is authentic Italian, that picks from a variety of regions. When we go, we try to let it all hang out, and go for the Prix Fix menu and do pairings of wine. The husband and wife team of Caleb Barber and Deirdre Heekin consistenly deliver the best italian food that we have ever had.
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