Hen of the Wood - Waterbury Menu
Introducing the Menu at Hen of the Wood - Waterbury
Located at 14 S Main St, Waterbury, VT, Hen of the Wood captures the essence of New American cuisine with a farm-to-table approach. This intimate and classy venue offers a selection of dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients and expert craftsmanship. Guests can savor exquisite entrees such as Goats Milk Gnocchi, Dayboat Gloucester Cod, and Smoked Hanger Steak, each meticulously crafted to delight the palate.
- The ambiance is welcoming, perfect for both romantic dinners and group gatherings.
- Don't miss the warm Parker House rolls, a beloved starter that complements any meal.
- The full bar features thoughtfully curated cocktails, ideal for enhancing your dining experience.
- Vegetarian options may be limited, but the flavors and presentation across the menu more than compensate.
Whether indulging in the succulent La Belle Farm Duck Breast or diving into their rich desserts, every visit promises a truly memorable culinary experience. Reservations are recommended to secure your spot in this dining gem.
Starters
Rabbit Liver Pate
maple bacon jam, grilled bread & whole grain mustard
Radicchio & Apples
buttermilk, hazelnuts & blue cheese
Crispy Oysters
aioli, fried lemon & parsley
Hen Of The Woods Mushrooms
poached farm egg, house bacon & grilled bread
Grilled Whole Day-boat Calamari
salt cod, smoked chilies
Duck Sausage & Local Cornmeal Polenta
sunny-side-up duck egg
Winter Squash Fritters
dragonfly sugarworks maple
Chioggia Beets
basil, pine nuts & local chèvre
Local Vegetable giardiniera
crispy prosciutto
Bites
Entrees
Goats Milk Gnocchi
romanesca cauliflower, preserved tomato & pine nuts
Day-boat Gloucester Cod
heirloom beans, braised fennel & cipolini onions
Smoked Hanger Steak
kale gratin, red wine & jasper hill blue
La Belle Farm Duck Breast
buttered celery root & carnival squash
Pumpkin Polenta
New Potatoes
tarragon aioli
Cider Glazed Gilfeather Turnips
Sides
Cheese
Spring Brook Farm tarentaise
reading, vermont raw cow's milk, semi-firm, smooth and nutty
Consider Bardwell pawlet
west pawlet, vermont raw jersey cow milk, complex, creamy & bright
Blue Ledge Farm lakes Edge
salisbury, vermont raw goat's milk, mold-ripened, tart & creamy
Champlain Creamery triple
vergennes, vt soft-ripened, pasteurized cow's milk: smooth & rich with a tangy finish.
Jasper Hill Farm bayley Hazen
greensboro, vermont raw ayrshire cow's milk, rich, dry & crumbly
Cabot clothbound Cheddar
greensboro, vermont raw cow's milk cheddar, rich & dry
West River middletown Tomme
londonderry, vermont raw cow's milk, natural rind, smooth, savoury & grassy
Von Trapp Farmstead oma
waitsfield, vermont raw cow milk, thick creamy washed rind with a pungent, earthy aroma, and a full, tangy flavor
Cobb Hill Farm ascutney Mountain'
hartland, vermont raw jersey cow's milk; sweet & nutty, similar to comté or gruyere
Sage Farm sterling
stowe, vermont french valencay style, sweet and fresh tasting with a light vegetable ash coating
Consider Bardwell rupert
west pawlet, vermont aged raw jersey cow milk with a sharpness & complexity
Apple Tart Tatin
vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Peppermint Layer Cake
peppermint stick ice cream
Cookie Plate
chocolate chip, cranberry macaron, turbinado shortbread, gingerbread man
Nightly Ice Creams & Sorbets
three scoops
