Vermont fine dining restaurant

Dining at the Hartness House is an experience to savor and remember. From intriguing appetizers to tantalizing desserts, everything at the Hartness House is made of the freshest ingredients, expertly prepared and beautifully presented by the Inn's own Chef.

See our Dinner and Breakfast menus.

Breakfast is served Monday-Friday 7-9 am;
Saturday and Sunday 8-10 am.
Dinner is served Tuesday-Thursday 5-8 pm and
Friday and Saturday 5-9 pm

Reservations appreciated 802-885-2115

Fine dining restaurant
The Governors Room

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The Telescope Tavern

The Inn's Governors Room is ideal for an intimate dinner for two, yet can accommodate up to 45. The Victorian Ballroom can accommodate up to 125 for weddings and other very special celebrations.

For more casual dining, your party may choose to eat in the Telescope Tavern or on our Outdoor Deck.

The Tavern is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 pm until closing.

 

GOVENOR'S ROOM RESTAURANT

2005 DINNER MENU


SOUPS & APPETIZERS

French Onion Soup
Caramelized red onions in a cider stock topped with croutons and Swiss Cheese
Bowl $4.50

Maple Glazed Quail
served with Butternut Squash and Roasted Shallot Polenta 
$11.95

Stuffed Mushroom Roulade
Giant Portobello Mushroom stuffed and rolled with Spinach, Roasted Red Bell Peppers
and Goat’s Cheese on toasted Garlic Herbed Crostini 
$7.95

Chicken Compasso
Boneless Chicken grilled on skewers and served with a spicy Black Bean Sauce 
$6.95

Jumbo Atlantic Shrimp Cocktail
Extra Large Shrimp served with spicy Red Cocktail Sauce
$ 9.95

Apple Fennel Sausage Purse
Apple Fennel and Pork sausage wrapped in a Puff pastry and glazed with a Cider Reduction.
$ 8.95



SALADS

Classic Homemade Caesar Salad
Romaine and radicchio lettuce, house caesar dressing, croutons and romano cheese   $7.95
With grilled chicken breast   $8.95




ENTREES

All entrees accompanied by salad, sorbet and chef's selection of starch and vegetable

Charcobroiled Sirloin Steak
Eight Ounce Sirloin Steak Charcobroiled with a Rosemary infused Wild Mushroom Sauce
$ 19.95

Chicken Kingsley

With Cranberry Orange Stuffing and Fine Herb Butter
$ 17.95

Cheddar and Walnut Ravioli

Vermont Cheddar and Walnut Ravioli tossed with Smoked Chicken, Spinach,
Red Pepper, and Shiitake Mushrooms in a Cider Cream Sauce.
$ 17.95

Brandied Venison Escallops
Grilled farm-raised Venison served with a Brandy, Apple & Szechwan Sauce
$ 23.95

Scallops Eileen Casserole

Baked Scallops with Marinated Tomatoes and Smoked Gouda Cheese and topped with Herbed Bread Crumbs
$ 18.95

Pomegranate Roasted Duck
Roasted Half Duck glazed with Pomegranate Molasses
$ 19.95

Pan Seared Salmon

Pan Seared Salmon Fillet with Plum Tomato and Fennel Ragout
$ 18.95

Grilled Pork Loin with Pears

Grilled Pork Loin with Pear and Sage Brown Butter and Braised Raisin Cabbage
$ 18.95

Friday Night Special - Prime Rib Au Jus

Prime Rib roasted to perfection served Au Jus with Horseradish Cream Sauce
Petit (10 oz.) . . . . $ 12.95 Royal (14 oz.) . . . . $ 14.95


DINNER PRIX FIXE MENU ---- $ 23.95
With Glass of Red or White House Wine
Dinner Prix Fixe with Soft Drink  ---- $ 19.95
Choice of Appetizer
Cup of French Onion Soup or Soup du Jour, or
Mushroom Puff, or Garden Salad
Choice of Entrée
Grilled Steak Tips with Onions and Peppers over Rice, or
Chicken Parmesan, or
Beer Battered Fish and Chips Platter with Cole Slaw
Choice of Dessert
Apple Crisp, or Pumpkin Pie, or Double Chocolate Cake
Coffee or Tea


GOVENOR'S ROOM RESTAURANT

BREAKFAST MENU

Breakfast is included for most guests


Juices and Beverages

Chilled Orange, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Tomato $1.95

Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Assorted Teas, Hot Chocolate
and Regular and Low-fat Milk
$1.50



Omelets and Eggs Dishes

Classic Vermonter
Two eggs any style with Bacon, Country Home Fries and Toast
$4.95

Ham & Cheese Omelet
Fluffy three-egg omelet with Maple-cured Ham and Vermont Cheddar
Country-style Home Fries and Toast 
$5.95

Eggs Benedict
Toasted English Muffin topped with Maple-cured Ham, Poached Egg, Hollandaise
Sauce and Country-style Home Fries 
$7.95

Farmer's Skillet
Three egg omelet with crumbled Bacon, Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Home Fries

Mountain Muffin
Toasted English Muffin topped with Scrambled Eggs, mild Salsa and melted Vermont
Cheddar Cheese and served with Country-style Home Fries. 
$5.95

Your Choice Omelet
Fluffy three egg omelet with your choice of: Maple-cured Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Peppers,
Onions, Mushrooms, Tomato, Spinach, Swiss, Vermont Cheddar; and Country-style Home Fries
and your choice of Toast
$ 6.95


Pancakes and French Toast

Country Buttermilk Pancakes
Three fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes served with real Vermont Maple Syrup. Your choice of: Maine
Blueberries, Apple and Cinnamon, and Plain.
$ 5.95

Hartness Special French Toast
Our thick-cut French Toast flavored with a hint of oranges, vanilla, and cinnamon, and coated
with a Graham Cracker crust, and served with real Vermont Maple Syrup.
$ 5.95


Lighter Fare

Governor's Table
A traditional Continental Breakfast featuring Fresh Fruit, Breakfast Breads & Muffins, and
choice of hot or cold cereals.
$ 5.95

Healthy Start

A Fresh Fruit Platter accompanied by a bowl of Oatmeal or Cream of Wheat cereal with your choice of Brown Sugar, Maple Syrup and Raisins.
$ 5.95


Additions and Side Orders


Vermont-style Bacon, Maple-cured Ham, Pork Sausage $1.95
Bran Flakes, Corn Flakes, Granola, Apple Jacks $ 1.95




Executive Chef Michael Hofford



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