Onion City Chicken & Oyster

Loved this spit we found by chance. Started our afternoon with a round of fresh oysters and we’re not disappointed! Then moved on to the lobster roll (over flowing with tender succulent lobster with just the right amount of savory butter) , a chicken sandwich (piled to the ceiling with flash fried chicken breast spiced with just enough heat), collard greens and salads. We toasted our excellent food choices with craft cocktails. Service was amazing and the atmosphere was perfect!

Onion City Chicken and Oyster is a fantastic spot! I ordered the Rough Francis, and it was fried to crispy perfection. Unexpected highlight? The tartar sauce! It had a unique twist, tangy and flavorful, that took the meal to another level. Between the great food, great service, and being dog friendly, this place is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back to try more!

Service and the vibe were fantastic. The cocktails tasted great. The oven roasted hot wings were very nice and the beef tartare was fantastic. The little pop from the pickled mustard seeds were amazing. The hot dog was simple and delicious with a good snap to it. The let down was for the fried chicken and the fish and crisp. The fish tasted fresh but it wasn't crispy at all and the fried chicken was very crispy but the batter was missing seasoning. It was very bland. The biscuit was dry and not hot enough. The collard greens were the highlight of my night.

Amazing spot. Food was delicious, service amazing and great ambiance. We had oysters, shimano peppers, fried chicken, tator tots, collared greens, potato salad; everything was good. They offered us the dessert for our anniversary; we were full so we had the ice cream, but it was delicious. Home made vanilla and honey. Will be back next time we are in town!

Frankly, this review is long overdue. Tonight was my first time at onion city chicken & oyster, but I’ve been going to Misery Loves Co since I was a wee undergrad at UVM. If I have any say, my last meal will be the fried chicken and honey butter. Onion city is everything that Misery does best— fried chicken, cocktails, & small plates. I don’t live in Vermont anymore, but misery/onion city is always a must stop when I come home. This evenings meal did not disappoint. We got the cheese beignets (cheese and honey? Perfection), the half fried chicken (perfect for three people) and 3 sides- biscuits, collard greens, and The Onion. Everything was so good. My only regret was not ordering the greens & herbs, which is the most humble and yet my favorite salad on this planet. Eating here feels like coming home. Big props to the bee-haw cocktail & the pink lady, and the honey-sweetened ice cream. The staff is also always so friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to come back again.

We had an incredible experience here. The ambiance is perfection. We tried the oysters, mussels, chicken wings and warm lobster roll. I will dream about all of these dishes! The hospitality was superb. Easy parking. Not a detail was missed!

Yum! So the only thing you should get here is the fried chicken and wings 🍗 honestly nothing else, and the family size one at that. I would order a salad to somewhat balance out the chicken but as long as you are eating some leaves, the ratio doesn't matter, just tell yourself it's a special day, you worked hard and you deserve it. I would recommend not ordering out, because on occasion I have gotten chicken that was a little too cooked and one time when I shared that, the chicken was a little undercooked, so I dunno I could have been unlucky with my take out orders. However, some say chicken is best right out of the fryer, and when you are eating in, it is really nice to have it laid out in front of you. So if you can, definitely order in. And if you have left overs, take it home for a late night snack or for lunch the next day. Throw it in some salad or something :)

What a lovely place for a casual night out! The oysters were superb, and the chicken was also excellent. I definitely recommend it!

Fried chicken, oysters, and sparking wine on tap. O.MG. We stopped in before a flight out of town on a yelp recommendation. So glad we did. We came around 3:00 on a Saturday (lucky because I'm sure this place gets packed). We were sat quickly and our server was even quicker to greet us and tell is the specials. My boyfriend got a beer and the wine and cocktail list looked great but I couldn't order anything besides bubbly on tap. Delish. We started with oysters- 6 and the beingets. Bless their baby hearts. So good. Honey butter is amazing and I could have done 12 more oysters easy. We both got the two piece meal with two sides because we were feeling the vibe and knew it was going to be good. My only regret is not ordering more. Get the spicy pickles. Pretty sure I'm going to dream about them. Potato salad is also legit. But the chicken....i can't even. We travel pretty often and agree that this restaurant has really set the bar. The perfect blend of great service, beautiful ambiance, and delicious food. Well done!!! Apologies for not including pictures-Everything was so perfect I didn't take time to pull my phone out for proof!

you can read a more detailed, in-depth review of my time at onion city chicken & oyster here: https://simmerwithsally.substack.com/p/restaurant-review-5-onion-city-chicken wow. what a phenomenal spot in the middle of northern vermont! you know that it's something to talk about when i'm still dreaming of the crispy chicken and the honey butter from this spot almost a year after my time there. my boyfriend and i were here last june while we were on our anniversary trip in burlington. my boyfriend and i are fried chicken experts. fried chicken counts almost exclusively as one of his food groups, and i've spent the better part of 2 decades eating good ass korean fried chicken. this definitely ranks up top as some of the best we've both had. the honey butter was also incredibly delectable -- the perfect amount of both honey and butter. the oysters were also incredibly fresh and went down easy! the decor and the service really topped everything off. it felt like we were right at home in *that* cool friend's living space. we can't wait to be back soon!

Wow! From the moment my wife and I walked into Onion City Chicken & Oyster, we were greeted with warm smiles and top-notch service. The staff were super attentive and made us feel right at home with their friendly attitude. The dining room is very cozy and elegant! The cocktail menu was impressive, and each drink we tried was incredibly delicious. It was clear that the bartenders put a lot of thought and care into mixing each one. The food was insanely good. The oysters tasted fresh and were wonderful. I'd say the unexpected star for us had to be the Cheddar Beignets - these little delights were irresistible and unlike anything we've had before. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next visit to Onion City Chicken & Oyster. It's rare to find a place that hits all the right notes like this one does. See you again soon!

Best oysters I've ever had! Drinks were great as well. It's a hole in the wall kind of vibe.

Amazing service, excellent food, what else can you ask for! I was in Burlington for a business trip, this place had great reviews so i tried it, waitstaff were very friendly and knowledgeable (especially about the variety of oysters!) , they suggested a pickled mustard seed to accompany my raw oysters, I was a little skeptical, but the texture from the seeds gave the oysters a little something extra! I was very impressed with this cute little place and highly recommended it!

Excellent oysters. Clean nice looking place. Pleasant service. Will be back to try more!

Stopped for lunch and what a treat. We started with the oysters which were fresh and flavorful. Crab dip was to die for. My wife had the fried chicken and I had the mussel special with a baguette. Sopping up the broth was the best part. Staff is friendly and super attentive. Highly recommend coming here.

As advertised! Chicken and Oysters were delicious. We were greeted right away, in time for their Early Bird special 4:00-5:00. A dozen yummy oysters for $2 a piece and 2 piece chicken dinner with 2 sides for $20. Chicken was perfectly crispy. Biscuits crumbled and melted in your mouth. Honey butter and hot sauce paired beautifully with the chicken and biscuits. Collard greens were textbook, excellent. Service was nice, space was cozy. Casual vibe. They've been open about a year. Recommend. Enjoy!

I'd been wanting to try this place since it opened and was glad I finally did! Even though it's a small menu, it was still hard to decide because everything sounded great. I settled on cheddar beignets and fish and crisps, which I did not regret. There's a great cocktail list, as well. Staff was friendly and service was quick. I loved the decor inside, especially the little bar towards the back. I can't wait until my next visit!

The fried chicken is honestly the best I've had in the state. Whenever my bf and I are itching for some chicken, the half bird and 3 sides are easily 2 meals each of us (we're leftover people).

You don't find restaurants like this very often. Very welcoming staff, wonderful and creative dishes, as well as a very relaxed and home-like environment. It is THE spot if you're looking for a nice, affordable date night. My girlfriend and I stumbled upon this joint and we were very pleasantly surprised with the outcome. Wonderful spot and we will definitely be visiting again!

Fun ambiance and vibe, delicious food, friendly prompt service. This is a gem, will have to come back next time I'm in town.

The food here is a little pricey but very delicious. The cheddar begnets are incredible.

A Sister company of Misery Loves Co. Just around the block, which specializes in Breakfast, Brunch, and Lunch. Onion City Chicken and Oyster accommodates a dinner crowd with an elegant menu. The huge Butter Honey Wings were to die for.

Had lunch here. It was so good, I decided to come back for dinner. Excellent food. The staff was kind, helpful. Food came at the perfect time- not too early, not too late. Very relaxing environment/music. Great for anyone looking for a night out with good conversation with friends. Exactly what I needed. Also, a great selection of canned/tap beers and a wide variety of cocktails.

Food was great - just what we were looking for on a lazy Sunday afternoon. My adult daughter, her 3 yo son and I split a dozen raw oysters and warm crab dip. Grandson enjoyed several oysters and a hotdog. We adults enjoyed some wine and a cocktail. Our waiter was engaging, very well versed in their offerings and efficient. It was a perfect combination and I look forward to visiting again soon. I would recommend perhaps sitting away from the door as this time of year it was a little chilly sitting in the front of the house. I will warn patrons who need to park a vehicle, search out on street parking. DO NOT park in the lot across Main Street adjacent to 4 Quarters Brewery. The parking there is convenient for sure but beware it's $6 per hr and they do not provide any grace period. 3 mins after my 1 hr time expired they issued me a $63 ticket!! On a Sunday at 2:45 pm. "Pay in 3 days = 33% discount, pay after 3 days = full fine amount, pay after 30 days = fine amount doubles" I appealed to UPPVermont, the owner or operator (?) of the lot via email and they graciously provided me a one time courtesy and voided the exorbitant fine. I won't make that mistake again and hope no one else does either. But.....absolutely give Onion City Chicken and Oysters a try!!

Amazing food and drinks! Definitely recommend the Bee-Haw drink!! Also, the honey butter dip was out of this world!!

This place is an absolute gem. We had a party of 6 and were able to call ahead and get on the waitlist very easily on a Saturday night. The place is casual but classy at the same time - very warm and inviting. The service was incredible - our waitress Ali B was so helpful and attentive. The chicken was delicious and we loved the biscuits + honey butter and spicy pickles side. The hot dog was great too. Ditch your reservation on church st. and head to Onion City!

Across the board great service and great food. Cocktails are everything. And food is consistently delicious. I'm addicted. My place for when I feel like I want to reward myself, because a great experience is a guarantee. Oh and great tunes too.

Best Fried Chicken in the whole of New England and quite possibly the Universe!!! Service is A+ and the Ambiance is is perfect for date night or a Birthday Bash!!!

We had an awful experience at this restaurant. The cheddar beignets came out covered in grease, like a pool of grease, I guess that was the butter. We waited over 45 min for our food to come. We were there around 3:30 and were the only ones in the place. I will say our waiter kept apologizing, which was the only redeeming quality. We ordered the hot buttered lobster rolls at $36 a piece, which finally came out but were luke warm. It seemed that they must have put them in mayo first and then tried to cover the mistake up with butter. My clam chowder was the last thing to come out, which was so watery and nothing like any New England Clam Chowder I've ever had. To make it worse, I saw the chef bringing the soup into the restaurant right through the front door from across the street. This was so disappointing since their reviews were so great. Unfortunately, even knowing we had a terrible experience, they still charged us full price for our meal with no apologies. I would not recommend.