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The Reluctant Panther Restaurant, Manchester, VT

The Reluctant Panther Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1209 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
The Reluctant Panther Restaurant features locally sourced American cuisine in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere. Menus are complemented by a multiple year Wine Spectator award winning wine list
The Reluctant Panther is happy to accommodate well behaved children but does not offer a children's menu.
Reservations Required.
Please Note: We do not allow dogs in the restaurant, inside or out, with the exception of service animals.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (802) 362-2568
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sigal Rocklin
  • Private party facilities
    The Panther Pub is Warmly lit and comfortably furnished, the Pub is used for special events and private party bookings. Business dinners and small wedding rehearsal dinners are particularly effective in The Panther Pub.
  • Neighborhood
    Manchester
  • Cross street
    Seminary Road
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in our private lot or in public spaces nearby. We have handicap access parking both in the front and rear of our buildings.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,209 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vermont

    Best Overall

  • Vermont

    Best Food

  • Vermont

    Best Service

  • Vermont

    Best Ambiance

  • Vermont

    Best Value

  • Vermont

    Healthy

  • Vermont

    Great for fine wines

  • Vermont

    Romantic

  • Vermont

    American

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Overall

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Food

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Service

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Ambiance

  • Southern Vermont

    Best Value

  • Southern Vermont

    Innovative

  • Southern Vermont

    Healthy

  • Southern Vermont

    Great for fine wines

  • Southern Vermont

    Romantic

  • Southern Vermont

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Vermont

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Reluctant Panther Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience in Manchester, VT. With "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "wonderful atmosphere," it stands out as a true gem. The varied menu caters to diverse tastes, including gluten-free options, and the consistently high-quality dishes make it a favorite for special occasions.

1,209 Reviews
  1. Jackie

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Valentine’s Day celebration was perfect! Delicious creative food,wonderful service and a beautiful environment.

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  2. Lora

    New York City

    54 reviews

    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, quiet, calm dining room, wonderful food. Nice wine list.

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  3. Ryan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Nice ambience with roaring fireplace. Pork and cod were amazing.

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  4. Michael

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely table setting and sufficiently secluded. Our dinner was unconventional- a mix sharing approach of same plates and entrees- our server Audrey was professional and personable - excellent all around.

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  5. Sarah

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our evening at the Reluctant Panther was very nice. We were with a couple that had never been here. This was our 3rd dinner at the restaurant. The atmosphere of the restaurant is attractive and comfortable. Tables are not so closer that you can over hear other guests. The menu offers a good number of choices and variety.

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  6. Sharman

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    At 5:30 on a Thursday I was the first one there, since I was staying at the Panther too. I was treated like a queen and waited on appropriately. It's a lovely restaurant, food was great. I still have half here in the frig. I didn't mind being alone, I go all over by myself. And the hotel is EXCELLENT and wonderful! I LOVE it here!!!

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  7. Stephanie

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and delightful staff truly a gem in Manchester VT!

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  8. Donna

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Celebrate husband’s birthday here for a couple of years

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  9. Joseph

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely return to great place. I do wish people checked their coats rather than sloughing them over their dining chair. But that’s a personal nitpick. Lovely as always.

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  10. Michael

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent. Food selection and preparation excellent. Service very attentive. Best in Manchester.

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The Reluctant Panther Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1209 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for The Reluctant Panther Restaurant

39 West Road, Manchester, VT 05254

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Seminary Road
  • Neighborhood
    Manchester
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in our private lot or in public spaces nearby. We have handicap access parking both in the front and rear of our buildings.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sigal Rocklin
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (802) 362-2568
  • Private party facilities
    The Panther Pub is Warmly lit and comfortably furnished, the Pub is used for special events and private party bookings. Business dinners and small wedding rehearsal dinners are particularly effective in The Panther Pub.
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