Simon Pearce Menu
Introducing the menu at Simon Pearce, located in the scenic heart of Quechee, Vermont, is an experience that marries stunning views with exceptional cuisine. Nestled beside a picturesque waterfall and a covered bridge, this restaurant offers a delightful escape for lunch. Reviewers rave about the locally sourced ingredients that elevate each dish, making it not just a meal, but a culinary experience. Signature offerings like the mouthwatering striped bass and Vermont cheddar soup have earned acclaim for their flavors and presentation.
Complementing the meal is the unique ambiance; diners can enjoy custom glassware from the on-site showroom, showcasing stunning craftsmanship. The glassblowing demonstrations add an intriguing touch, allowing visitors to appreciate the artistry involved. Overall, whether you seek a remarkable dining experience or a beautiful piece of glass art, Simon Pearce is a memorable destination that captures the essence of Vermont’s charm.
Soups
Vermont Cheddar
Soup du Jour
House Greens
Herb vinaigrette. Choice of warm Vermont Creamery goat cheese or Bayley Hazen blue cheese
Kale Beet
roasted sweet potatoes, feta cheese, apricots, pepitas, pistachio vinaigrette
Prosciutto, Arugula Melon
shaved fennel, toasted pistachios, pickled canteloupe ribbons, grapefruit vinaigrette
Salads
Appetizers
Vermont Cheese Plate
Rory's scones, marcona almonds, honey, housemade tomato chutney, crackers
Charred Tri-Colored Cumin Carrots
golden raisins, cashews Vadouvan curry yogurt
Prince Edward Island Mussels
smoked bacon, caramelized onions, kale, apple cider sage reduction apple butter crostini
Herb Marinated Statler Chicken Breast
Swiss chard, sweet potato, cranberry melted leek hash, pumpkin puree, thyme maple demi-glace
Cider Brined Pork Chop
crispy fingerling potatoes, mustard roasted fennel, baby turnips, sauteed kale maple mustard cream
Horseradish Crusted Cod
herb mashed potatoes, crispy leeks balsamic reduction
Roasted Half Duck
mango chutney, kimchi fried farro with yellow green squash, mango gastrique
Grilled NY Strip Steak
balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts, cippolini onions mushrooms, herb roasted fingerling potatoes, red wine demi-glace
Turmeric Brined Roasted Cauliflower
quinoa pistachio salad roasted red pepper sauce
Entrees
Desserts
Pavlova
balsamic macerated strawberries, toasted walnuts whipped cream
Spiced Apple Cake
Strafford Organic Creamery vanilla ice cream, toasted walnuts salted caramel sauce
Maple Creme Brulee
Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding
Strafford Organic Creamery vanilla ice cream Bailey's chcolate sauce
Blue Moon Sorbet
almond tuile
Macabeo, Xarel-Lo Parellada, Cava Brut N.V. Marques de Caceres, Spain
Sparkling Pinot Noir, Chardonnay Simon Pearce Reserve, California
Sparkling
Rose'
Mencia '21, Liquid Geography, Bierzo DO, Spain
Sparkling Rose Pinot Noir, Hillinger "Secco" Burgenland, Austria
Pinot Grigio '20, Barone Fini, Valdadige, Italy
Sauvignon Blanc '21, Wither Hills, Marlborough, New Zealand
Gruner Veltliner '21, Steininger, Kamptal, Austria
Vernaccia '20, Il Colombaio di Santa Chiara, San Gimignano, Italy
Chardonnay '20, Domaine Jean Touzot, Macon Village, France
Chardonnay '18, Simon Pearce Reserve, Sonoma County, California
Whites
Reds
Pinot Noir '20, Kara Tara, Western Cape, South Africa
Pinot Noir '18, Simon Pearce Reserve, Sonoma County, California
Sangiovese, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet '20 Ciacci Piccolomini, Toscana, Italy
Tempranillo, Garnacha '18, Bodegas Ontanon, Rioja, Spain
Malbec, Cabernet Franc '19, Bodega Ricominciare, Mendoza, Argentina
Syrah '20, "Porcupine Ridge" Boekenhoutskloof, Franschhoek, South Africa
Cabernet Sauvignon '18, Simon Pearce Reserve, North Coast, California
"1st Drop" American Pale Ale, Upper Pass Brewing, Tunbridge, VT 5.9%
IPA, Fiddlehead Brewing Company Shelburne, VT 6.2%
Czech Pilsner, 14th Star Brewing, Saint Albans, VT
"Green State Lager" Lager, Zero Gravity, Burlington, VT 4.9%
"Harvest" Brown Ale, Long Trail Brewing Co, Bridgewater Corners, VT 4.4%
"Unified Press" Dry Cider, Citizen Cider, Burlington, VT 5.2%
Draft Beer
Bottles Cans
IPA, Harpoon Brewing Co, Windsor, VT
"Wee Bird" Kolsch, Bent Hill Brewing, Braintree, VT 5.0%
"Super Session #4 Centennial" Session IPA Lawson's Finest Liquids, Waitsfield, VT 4.8%
"Heady Topper" DBL, IPA 8% "Focal Banger" NE IPA 7% the Alchemist, Stowe, VT
"Valor" Amber Ale, 14th Star Brewing, St Albans, VT 5.4%
Stout, Guinness "Pub Draught" Dublin, Ireland 4.2%
available in can (14.9 oz)
"Rescue Club" Non-Alcoholic Pilsner, Rescue Club Brewing, Burlington, VT
"High Dry" Hard Cider, Stowe Cider Co. Stowe, VT 5.5%
Blue Moon Sparkler
sparkling wine, blue moon sorbet, Cavendish Flute
Parachute
Barsol Pisco, pear cordial, elderflower, lemon juice, Ascutney Martini Glass
El Diablo
El Charro silver tequila, Putney Mountain Vermont Cassis, lime juice, ginger beer, Bristol Goblet
Quechee Tiki
Mad River First Run Rum, spiced-pineapple cordial, Amontillado Sherry, lime juice, Bristol Goblet
Gold Rush
Old Forester bourbon, Barr Hill honey, lemon juice, citrus bitters, Ascutney Whiskey Glass
Northern Standard Manhattan
Whistlepig Piggyback rye, Carpano Antica, trio of bitters, Ascutney Martini Glass
Oak Aged Negroni
Barr Hill gin, Campari, Punt e Mes vermouth, Ascutney Whiskey Glass
Oak Aged Old Fashioned
Bulleit 10 yr. bourbon, Whistlepig Piggyback rye, demerara, Angostura & orange bitters, Ascutney Whiskey Glass
House Cocktails
Bee's Knees Features
Classic
Barr Hill gin, Barr Hill honey, lemon juice, Ascutney Martini Glass
Lavender
Barr Hill gin, lavender-infused Barr Hill honey, lemon juice, Ascutney Martini Glass
Heirloom
Barr Hill gin, Eden "heirloom blend" Vermont ice cider, Barr Hill honey, lemon juice