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Cafe Provence

11 Center St, Brandon, VT 05733-1105
802-247-9997
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Ranked #1 of 18 restaurants in Brandon
Price range: €24 - €39
Cuisines: French, Pizza
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Across from Aubuchon
Description: Warm and inviting, casual fine dining at Café Provence is a truly memorable experience. Located in the restored historic section of downtown Brandon, Vermont—Chef Robert Barral, former Executive Chef of the New England Culinary Institute and The Four Seasons in Boston, crafts our seasonal menu to showcase not only his talents as a chef, but also highlight the best meats, cheeses, and vegetables that local farms have to offer.
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Boston
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We had dinner for 4 on a Friday. The service and food were excellent, and the wine, the house Chardonnay, was really superb. Dessert, a sampler of their specialties, was also great. A really nice place in a small, charming town.

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Brandon
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Folks come from miles to enjoy a meal here. Lunches are quite affordable, while, for me, a dinner here is a treat. The staff is professional, and you should expect exceptional service.

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Mendon, Vermont
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78 reviews 78 reviews
62 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I have eaten several times at Cafe Provence over the last few years and previously submitted a good review for the restaurant. However, my last two visits have demonstrated to me that things aren't what they used to be and standards of cooking and service are definitely slipping. First, I took my family here for Easter brunch this year (2013).... More

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Brandon, Vermont
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

The atmosphere is very nice, the food is very good but the portion are to big.It could be very noisy at time but my quests love it and that very important for them. Nice choice of wines and desserts.

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NJ
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34 reviews 34 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

All around, this restaurant is just okay. Nothing very good, nothing very bad. We had the Café Provence Seafood Stew and Stuffed Filet of Sole with Scallop and Lobster Mousse over Forbidden Rice. Best thing out of the two plates was the forbidden rice. For upscale dining in the area, it could be better.

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montreal
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

My wife and I have eaten lunch and diner at this restaurant over the past 2 years and the food and service has always been excellent. They are very attentive to any special food needs wether allergies or other.

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Middlebury, Vermont
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

Visited on several occasions in the evening, during the week and at weekend. Good menu, good food, sometimes service can be a little haphazard.

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Morris Plains, New Jersey
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15 reviews 15 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

I stopped in for lunch and the service was incredibly slow. I literally had to stand up and find the waitress several times to get attention. The food was good - not great - and the ambience was probably marred by the fact that the restaurant itself was quite cold. I would probably go back but I am not recommending... More

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Somerville, Massachusetts
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Best French restaurant in the middle of nowhere I could possibly imagine. We had a lovely meal and lovely service. There is casual intimacy to the environment, but the real high point was the food. It is inventive enough to be very exciting, but maintains a broad appeal. Highly recommended. Also, get dessert!

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Lancashire, England
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5 restaurant reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Visited again during our vacation to take some friends out for dinner as a 'Thank You'. Early on Friday evening and the restaurant was busy but not packed. We waited 20 minutes for our order to be taken, another 30 minutes for the salads to arrive and about 30 to 40 minutes for the main courses. If the restaurant was... More

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