Blue Benn

Hubs and I went to the Blue Benn a few months ago and LOVED our breakfast!! I had the blueberry pancakes; which were light and fluffy, had a ton of blueberries in them and since the stack was too much for me to eat, I took a box home. They were equally good the next day!! Hubs had a ham and cheese omelet that he said was amazing!! We were in the area again and we were dying to try their lunch. I ordered the broiled haddock (love fried, but I'm trying to be fairly good) with mashed potatoes and coleslaw. The waitress was very nice and asked if I would like gravy on my mashed.....yes please!!! A few minutes later she brought me cottage cheese (not coleslaw, but i love CC so I took it), then my fish. The gravy was just melted butter, which again...made the potatoes taste good, and maybe their idea of gravy is butter??? The haddock was tasty and the red bliss mashed were tasty. Hubs had a turkey club which he loved. It came with hand cut fries that were crispy and fresh. He also got blueberry pancakes ti try there, and take home. Those were spot on again!!! Overall we were happy to go back and will do so again!!!

A fun spot with local flair! The Everything Bagel melt was amazing! Even though there was only one server for dinner time, she handled the ENTIRE place with speed, efficiency, and grace. Each diner was treated as though they were the only ones in the place, and yet no one seemed to wait more than an inordinate amount of time for service. The diner was clean, and very reminiscent of bygone years. We would definitely stop again if we pass this way!

We had high expectations based on everything we read about this place and they exceeded them all. We all ordered something different and loved our meals. We had a variety- blueberry pancakes, omelet, home fries, muffins and coffee. They offered to grill our muffin….don’t miss out on this deliciousness. Everyone had great customer service skills and seems to get along well. They don’t mess around either. As soon as the waitresses see food, they rush to get it to you when it’s piping hot! The cook’s energy was infectious. He clearly enjoys what he does. He’s been working here since he was 18, I think our waitress said. I am sure that contributes to the consistency in their tasty food. You may have a wait but I can see why. It’s totally worth it. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience this amazing diner. My picture of outside is 6am but there was a full parking lot and wait around 11am almost everyday that we were there.

All the diner classics plus some unique options on the menu. Hubby tried the country Benedict and I had the cornbread French toast. The food was very good but cold before I could eat and the butter wouldn’t spread. It was 55 degrees outside and they had windows and doors open. I put on a jacket and closed the window next to me. The waitress came over and opened it again saying “we’re keeping them open”

We stopped here for lunch on our drive back from Burlington to New Jersey. It’s a totally random place on the side of the road that looks very unassuming from the outside, but as soon as you step inside, your transported back to the 1960s. The decor and atmosphere is extremely unique, the servers are all very much on their game (shoutout to Maddie, she was so sweet.), the menu is huge, and I have a feeling that no matter what you order it would be delicious. We got the blueberry almond pancakes with Vermont maple syrup and a grilled Mesa sandwich with sweet potato fries, both were humongous portions and absolutely delicious. If you find yourself in the Bennington area, this is a must go for lunch.

I stopped in here one morning while backpacking on the Appalachian Trail two years ago. I ordered the French toast with real maple syrup. It was literally life changing. I still tell my kids how good it was and I’m considering a special trip up from TX to have it again.

Incredibly welcoming, fun atmosphere, classic diner, definitely award-winning breakfasts, and they serve an enormous amount of food. You're not leaving hungry! Make sure to get Jess, she is amazing!! Thank you Blue Benn for a terrific morning!!

Good ole American diner. The staff was friendly and quick, the food was classic and well prepared, and the ambiance was the perfect way to start the day exploring town. Only thing I would suggest to the team, the coffee could be a little stronger. But overall, great experience.