Blue Paddle Bistro

South Hero, VT · New American restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in South Hero
#5
of 11 restaurants
City Percentile
40%
rating percentile
Address
Blue Paddle Bistro, 316 US-2, South Hero, VT 05486
Phone
(802) 372-4814
Website
bluepaddlebistro.com
Status
Closed · Opens 5 PM Sat

Blue Paddle Bistro is a restaurant located in South Hero, VT. It is one of 11 restaurants listed in South Hero. Its 4.4-star rating is slightly below the South Hero city average of 4.5 stars. It ranks #5 among South Hero restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Blue Paddle Bistro

Established 2005 by two best friends. Truly-owner operated by Chef Pheobe Bright and mandy Hotchkiss. The Paddle is a special little bistro nestled in the beautiful Lake Champlain Islands of Vermont. Experience delicious, unpretentious food and a... More

Hours

Friday5 PM–8 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Calvin Stowell · Sep 2025

The food, the people, everything was amazing. Such a great experience, they treat you like family. We brought our newborn for our first outing and they helped make the experience perfect. The oven roasted duck with sweet potatoes was amazing. We will be back.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Amaury S · Dec 2024

Blue Paddle Bistro had some hits and misses, but overall, we had a decent experience. Visiting from out of town, we needed a dinner spot and made a same-day reservation, which they kindly accommodated. The restaurant has a cozy, rustic vibe — think cabin-in-the-mountains charm. The menu was a bit limited, especially with appetizers, but we went with the mussels from Prince Edward Island, and they were incredible. Seriously, some of the best I’ve had. That said, the portion of bread they served alongside was laughably small, especially for a dish made to share. For our mains, we ordered two different burgers, both medium rare, and unfortunately, they were both overcooked. It was disappointing because the burgers themselves were huge and packed with flavor. The fries, though, were excellen

★★★★★ 5.0 Umar Kareem · Nov 2025

This spot is truly a hidden gem! I can’t recommend this restaurant enough. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with genuine warmth. The owners are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home. The staff is nothing short of amazing; their positive energy, attentiveness, and passion for what they do really elevate the entire dining experience. And the food? Absolutely outstanding. They’re known for their amazing menu items. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal or celebrating something special, this place never disappoints. If you’re looking for exceptional service, a welcoming atmosphere, and unforgettable food, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Highly, highly recommend! - Umar Kareem

★★★★☆ 4.0 M. Dwyer · Dec 2025

What a great spot! Food was excellent, bar service was both convivial (love Brianna!) and creative. Also nice background live music. We will be coming back. Steak was medium instead of medium rare, that’s the only complaint I have.

★★★★★ 5.0 jane leonard · Apr 2024

We were in town for the eclipse and had the great good fortune to find the Blue Paddle moments from our campground. We had dinner on Friday night and it was so amazing we returned for brunch on Sunday. The Friday night PEI mussels were out of this world and absolutely the best mussels I have EVER had - including many enjoyed over the years on PEI. Chef Phoebe's presentation is the key and is not to be missed if you are fortunate enough to dine at the Blue Paddle on Friday or Saturday night. Lobster Benedict was equally amazing with a very generous amount of lobster and very tasty hollandaise for the win at our table for Sunday brunch. The vibe of this restaurant feels very much like home and the places of my youth in New Hope PA with a lot of fun and incredible art including some ver

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Assistive Hearing Loop

Services

New American restaurant

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