Hatchet in Richmond

30 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, United States

★★★★☆
(423 reviews)
Categories: New American restaurant
Website
hatchetvermont.com
Address
30 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, United States
Plus Code
C234+XH Richmond, Vermont, USA
Time Zone
America/New_York

Business Hours

Sunday
4–9 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4–9 PM
Wednesday
4–9 PM
Thursday
4–9 PM
Friday
4–9 PM
Saturday
4–9 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Popular for
Lunch Dinner Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Comfort food Late-night food Organic dishes Quick bite Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Trendy
Crowd
Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Tourists Transgender safe space
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot

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Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
423 reviews

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★★★
December 18, 2024

This used to be our favorite place. Even with the automatic service charge and the less than attentive servers, we loved coming back because of the food. Unfortunately I don’t think we will be in a hurry to return. We have experienced several changes in the restaurant over the last couple years, but the food quality/taste and the drinks were consistently on point. Tonight, I was so excited to visit our favorite place after a few month hiatus only to be disappointed. The cocktails don’t taste the same, and the food menu has seemed to devolve a bit, adding over popular items and taking away some of the best highlights of the menu. We had the calamari to start - one of those mainstream menu items - it was presented well and well seasoned but slightly over cooked. I ordered a NY Strip (which wouldn’t have been caught dead on the previous menu) and not only was it cut in half for presentation but there was absolutely no sear on it. The hand cut fries that used to be a staple seemed to have been replaced with frozen fries. The best thing on the plate were the wild mushrooms. Very sad to see the Rangoons and bao removed from the menu and sad to pay $32 for a poorly cooked steak and frozen fries. Maybe we will try again in a few more months..

★★★★★
November 29, 2024

An exceptional dining experience. From apps to drinks to main course. All presented well, and taste held up to the great presentation. Servers were kind, knowledgeable and excellent! Definitely recommended!

★★★★★
November 3, 2024

I absolutely love this place. The new changes they’ve made recently have truly elevated the experience. They’ve moved to an elevated gastro-pub vibe and it’s incredible. I’m especially a fan of the small plates. I love the Arancini, Brussel sprouts, and the bao buns. The service is always with care and love. You can tell the people really care about the experience. Everything comes out so fast now and is always top-tier. I hope people give the new menu a chance because it’s truly exceptional. Great spot for locals and out-of-staters :) pictured is the pork belly my partner got, they cleaned the plate. SO GOOD!!!!

★★★★★
October 9, 2024

Hatchet has an awesome space, delicious food, and an incredible cocktail program. Brussel sprouts were among the best I've ever had, and the katsu, pulled pork sandwich, and short rib ragu were all excellent. (Especially the ragu!) The space is well-designed, with well-placed acoustic panels that keep the noise at a pleasant level and contribute to the consistent color scheme, and the "hatchet" decor is distinctive and memorable. Staff were friendly, efficient and knowledgeable, and service was very quick. Cocktails were creative and well-designed, with a range of flavors featuring a range of house-made ingredients and infusions. I can't wait to come back and try more from the talented team in the kitchen!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Hatchet is FANTASTIC! We have been wanting to go here for years and finally decided to drive the 45 minutes to Richmond…it was so worth it! This is a super unique Asian-American fusion restaurant with some incredible options on the menu. Excellent gluten-free options and the pricing is good for the quality of food you’re getting! We got this very good mocktail with black cherry and orange and a bunch of other stuff in it - super good and highly recommended if you can find it on the menu! For food we got the umami black bean salt edamame, smashed cucumber, kung pao popcorn chicken, wafu crunch salad, and their Korean short ribs with squid ink grits. We also got the hot dog octopus for our 6 year old - they have a good kids’ menu! All of the food was incredible - so many unique flavors in every bite!! Our top favorites were the kung pao popcorn chicken and the Korean short ribs specifically; however, we would order everything again. There are so many more good-looking options on the menu, you can come many times before you have tried all of what Hatchet offers! Plus, they own a creemee stand across the street with some very unique flavors (sometimes), so you can even great a signature Vermont dessert after your meal! Fantastic, 10/10 place - we will be returning!!

★★★★
June 28, 2024

Came here for a double date night. Last time I was here, it was a much diff vibe and diff food. Currently, the menu is very Asian fusion. Had the karaage chicken sandwich which also had kimchi and chili crisp, both Korean and Chinese influence along with the Japanese karaage. Sandwich was very good. Appreciated they used dark meat for the karaage. Most places in VT use white/breast meat for chicken sandwiches. So glad to see this place staying true to karaage and using dark meat. Would def come back and try out the other dishes.

★★★★★
December 13, 2023

I had heard that this place was really good, but didn't have much sense of what to expect when my wife and I decided to check it out. Cocktails were excellent as was the food! The Asian fusion theme was unique and the atmosphere was hard to describe. Some combination of lumberjack, hipster, cosmopolitan chic. That probably doesn't make much sense as you read it, so you'll have to go have a look for yourself.

★★★★★
September 21, 2022

This place was unique from the music to the food to the wallpaper. I really enjoyed the food and frankly loved the wallpaper. The cauliflower was so delicious. I chose the Korean BBQ with a side of ranch. The pictures of the food don’t do it justice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2024

Really good experience. Service was great and the food was magnificent. The one downside to this place is that their appetizers are so good you have to order them all and now youre full.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

We had not visited Hatchet in a while and we re happy to try their Asian inspired menu. Started with cocktail, soda, and low-alcohol beer. Quite happy with their wide, but curated options of beverages that anyone can enjoy. For appetizer, we shared the crispy chicken bao (buns) with sticky honey lemongrass sauce, cucumber, pickled onion, cilantro, lime cabbage. Refreshing and light starter. The kid dinner options are Mac and cheese, butter noodles, popcorn chicken, and grilled cheese with choice of fries or dressed greens. Our daughter enjoyed the popcorn chicken and hand-cut fries. I had the koji aged NY Strip steak, after my first choice the Gochujang lemongrass short ribs ran out. The NY strip was cooked medium and on top of tasty miso roasted broccolini, crispy smashed potatoes and pea shoots. My husband enjoyed bulgogi lettuce wrap, which he ordered beef but got chicken mistakenly and the staff corrected the meal with his first choice. Overall, delicious and flavorful. The waiter was kind enough to get us complimentary creemees from their shop across the street due to the order mix up. Staff are pleasant and honor the time it takes to choose your drinks and meal as well as enjoy it. We appreciate they add in gratuity to ensure their staff are paid well. Kid-friendliness: Simple kid friendly menu available.

★★
November 24, 2024

Lowkey fell off hard burgers are getting mid

★★★★
November 22, 2024

Best pulled pork sandwich in Vermont! I was starting to get worried I wouldn t find any seasoned food here! Also the atmosphere is super cool and the service was great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

The brussel sprouts are to die for!!! They were amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Fun place. Great food and cocktails. They have a new menu as of late October 2024 with more big plates available. Their menu is part asian influence with classic options like smash burgers, steak frites, etc. RIP to their crab rangoons- hopefully they will be back on the menu soon.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Menu is very clear about dietary needs such as nuts or gluten issues and vegan options. Food

★★★
November 22, 2024

I m super bummed to see some of the OG sandwiches removed from the menu. We re locals and loved being able to pop in or take out a quick Basic Bae sando. Sadly it s becoming a bit too expensive for a weekly bite to eat. 3 stars for moving away from an approachable small town joint - your food is delicious! Please bring back some of the more casual fare!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Coming from someone who has a cheeseburger tattoo, this smash burger hits. More than happy with this amazing burger. Bless you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Excellent food and amazing cocktails. Fresh ingredients and creative recipes made this place a top choice for every visit to the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Chop chop! Yeah Hatchet! Great food, amazing beer selection and marvelous staff. Lets eat! Nom nom Beer!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Did I enjoy the banh mi fries even more than a good poutine? Is the Hatchet smash burger the best thing between two buns in Chittenden county? I think yes on both fronts. Cant wait to explore more of the menu. Trip #2: explore the menu? Ha! Got the burger again, still fantastic. Oysters also solid.

★★★★
August 22, 2024

Bahnmi fries were great. Bao buns decent. Pork dumplings very generic. (Ginger scallion sauce is just oily)

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

I love to drive and find new restaurants. Richmond had not had any good restaurants for a while. Yes, the Brewery has good food and good beer. I was not aware of Hachets, I was pleasantly surprised. I was early on a beautiful summer afternoon. So I was their only customer. The service was great. You have to realize I usually dine alone . I have become a student of staff reaction when I say one, and they are looking for at least two. I had smashed cucumber salad, which was done the way I like it. Dressing was very nice, and the dish was presented in a most appetizing way. I also had chicken dumplings. I am not a connasoir, but they were really good. Again, the presentation was suttle, but it showed they cared and knew what they were doing. It was beautiful in its simplicity. I cant wait to get back and try some other dishes

★★
July 22, 2024

The service was interminably slow. As we sat there an hour for food to arrive, we remembered that the last time we ate here it was super slow. As much as like the menu, we probably won t be back.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Kelsey Katie Bella and Henry are the best bartenders ever!!!!!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Interesting menu and great food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

We hadn t been to hatchet in a few years so we put it back it rotation. The whole meal including service was excellent. Rarely do 5 people all love their meal but that s what happened. Great drink list and lots of food options. Just a really perfect experience overall.

★★
February 22, 2024

Didnt have the best experience here. We made a reservation for a very cold night and were seated right near the door. The 3 degree air from the door being opened constantly made it very cold and uncomfortable. We asked for a new table but were told had to sit there but the restaurant was 1/2 empty for the entirety of the meal. We were there for over an hour and just watched 5-6 table sit there empty. There was no reason we had to freeze near the door and eat with our coats and hats on. I dont think well be returning.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

My husband and I s go to spot. Rarely do I ever review places, but this one is well worth it. Top notch food and service. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Came in on Saturday night with a party of 6, including 2 kids. They were short staffed due to illness and we had to wait longer than we expected. Staff were very kind and professional and food and drinks were worth the wait. Very high quality food and cocktails. Excellent beer list. We ll be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

I enjoy the menu here, and the daily specials keeps us checking it out. Staff is great, chefs creative, drinks great and perfect for all walks of life ;)

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great food great beer . Relaxed time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Korean BBQ Meatloaf and Smashburger were delicious. Never thought cabbage and potato could be melded so well in the meatloaf dish.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

AMAZING experience. The disco balls and lighting set a fun and funky mood which is what everyone needs every once in a while (or all the time). Also, the vegetarian/vegan selection is wide and diverse. Vegetarian options: Many unique, tasty vegetarian and vegan options. Dietary restrictions: So many different, dairy free, egg free, nut free, GF options. Parking: Large parking lot across the street from and one block away from the entrance.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Lovely environment, and we loved the menu choices! So many unique and interesting vegetarian and vegan options. Our first time seeing a vegetarian Bao option, which was TASTY. Our dinners were tasty but not quite 5 stars tasty. Close, but not quite. Good beer selection on tap. Super friendly staff. Easy reservation process. Would recommend!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Hatchet is a terrific spot. Set aside the fact that they always have good music playing, great atmosphere, and an impressive draft list. Hatchet has great staff, hard working and always smiling. Most importantly, the food never disappoints. Whether dining in or getting take out, it is always delicious. The creativity on the menu is impressive. Familiar and inviting is there, burgers/ribs/chicken sandwich, but you can also find a little daring in the green curry mussels, crab rangoon, or the roasted pork sandwich. Just a great find.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I love everything about Hatchet! I am usually the kind of person who orders the same thing all the time, but I cannot believe how many times Ive ordered off of the specials menu here - the kitchen at Hatchet seems to have unlimited imagination week after week & always executes. The restaurant itself also has a really warm vibe that strikes the perfect balance between being familiar and unique all at the same time. And the staff are just the coolest, most genuine people. They also have a ton of options for drinks - weve taken many friends/visitors here, and everyone was always raving about the cocktails & food. I am so thankful we have a spot like Hatchet in town. Dietary restrictions: They have THE MOST DELICIOUS gluten free bun option Ive ever had!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Super Friendly Staff and Atmosphere!

★★★★
December 22, 2023

I really like Hatchet. Drinks are on point! Best bar in Richmond for sure. The food is getting better and better! The staff are always lovely and helpful. I m glad Hatchet is our local upscale pub!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Been for dinner multiple times, and each has been fantastic. Great drink and draft menu too

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love the staff, and the food is even better (somehow). Try the specials, and they do steamed buns (various types) on Wednesdays.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Our home away from home (when I don t want to cook)! Love the attentive staff and delicious food. Their specials always rock-get there before they are sold out!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Now on our gonna return with friends list!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I m a regular visitor to Hatchet and am finally taking the time to put in a review. I frequent this restaurant for its comfortable atmosphere, friendly and competent service, and excellent food. I m working my way through the menu slowly- it offers variety based on your mood and hunger level- the staff are helpful for those with food allergies or preferences. My favorites include: agadashi tofu, bulgogi lettuce wraps, tuna tataki, and peanut noodle salad. The menu frequently changes so I never get bored.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

What a great place. Staff were so nice and great communicators. Had a complex cocktail ( industry ) and it was well made with depth and balance. Had the Udon dish and was yummy. Big portion, but so tasty I ate it all. Everyone I. Our group (8 of us in all) was all very satisfied with the experience. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Dietary restrictions: The team at The Hatchet did a great job of matching my family up with the best options for our restrictions without making any of us feel like a bother. It was refreshing. Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The bartenders play the best beats while you eat the worlds best chicken wings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great meal and lovely staff!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The Nashville chicken sandwich is super good. Nice beer list too!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Super cozy and welcoming spot. Stopped in one rainy night. Bella was awesome at the bar. Definitely will come back!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food, the service was outstanding. I would recommend it to all my friends.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Friendly staff. Food was amazing and large portion. Good variety of beers to choose from! Highly recommend!

December 22, 2023

The restaurant was not busy, yet we waited 10 minutes to get waters and another 15 minutes for our food order. The meal took 50 minutes to come out & the special appetizer was missing advertised ingredients. When asked about said ingredients, the wait staff unapologetically replied we are out . The pork belly added to salad was cold & rock hard. The chicken sandwich was super overcooked & tough. Our water glasses remained empty & when we asked about getting one of the carafes, which we saw on our neighbors table, we were told they are out of carafes . Staff were aloof and inattentive and frankly the food was just terrible. This was the trifecta of a bad dining experience.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We frequent Hatchet regularly and always enjoy amazing food, great service, and tasty drinks. Were loving the new menu and always get excited to see which new beers are on tap.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We love hatchet and have always had great food and a great experience. Definitely recommend!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food is amazing and the staff is exceptional!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My first visit tonight! And it was great in every way! The staff was very attentive but not pushy. Food was great except I made a bad choice ..just my personal taste. When the manager saw I didn t eat he came right over to find out the problem. I explained it was just me but he still did not charge for my dinner. I would highly recommend Hatchet!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food. Loved the pork belly. Excellent drink selection

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

On a scale of one to disco, the vibes here are off the charts. Quality cocktails and a long local draft menu. The service was stellar. The food was dynamite.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lovely spot!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fun restaurant in Richmond, VT. We stopped here to celebrate after an event, and had some prosecco and dinner. Staff was super friendly and they have a wide range of non-alcoholic bevies which is a nice touch as my partner doesnt drink. Food was not bad, but our soba noodles had a bit too much sauce that was super sweet- almost like a teriyaki flavor. I ordered wrong as there were other items that sounded more interesting. Salad was good and nicely portioned. I would definitely go there again, but order differently.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food. Crab Rangoon is delicious. Ordered it twice!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I ve gotten into the salads here. They are so good I hanker for them.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I like the atmosphere but the menu is kind of weird. Wasnt impressed with the dumplings or the Bao

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Loved the dumplings. Fun place to eat!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Super friendly, hip atmosphere. Climb at Bolton then go check this place out.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Some of the best food and cocktails in the area. Always feel welcome.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Come here and get the burger, its pretty bomb

December 22, 2023

Not a very transparent business. Add a 15% service charge on every tab. Claim it is to pay the underpaid kitchen staff. I would ask why they just don t pay the kitchen staff a reasonable wage and charge an according price upfront. Also would question the math capabilities of the General manager. I would suggest a class on compounding percentages.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The menu was so progressive and almost bizarre that I was completely intrigued. I wasnt disappointed at all. One of the best out of the way spots Ive ever gone. Cant wait to go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Super good hot chicken sandwich. Very very crispy and super spicy! Great staff, good beers, and a good vibe. Spotted Mike Gordon from Phish here. So he must think so too.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I would give this 0 stars because we were denied service. Very sad and discriminatory. Makes the town look bad, will be taking my money elsewhere in the future.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Bad service, worse food. The host was confused and the server just didnt care, zero empathy from them. The kitchen was a joke, they couldnt even get a burger right. I ask for mid rare and they sold it to me raw. Raw and soggy. The bottom bun was like gluten paste by the time it got to my table it was so greasy. Luckily the top bun was ice cold, so I had that to look forward to at least. The fries were limp, grease soaked and soft; just the way nobody likes them. I informed the server of all of this and they said theyd let the kitchen know. I was just really glad I was charged full price for a burger I didnt eat. Still feeling hungry and thinking how can anyone mess up confections, I inquired about desert to find that there was none. Probably for the best. They talked a big game, but all in all Ill be very excited to never go back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing cocktails. Deep beer list. Great service. Friendly staff. Delicious food. What more could you ask for? Top notch! And if you can order the Sunday Fried Chicken to go... do so.. you will not be disappointed. IT IS AMAZING! Update: I go to Hatchet at least once a week. Food and staff are always on point. It is my go to spot. If you are visiting for the first time for in person dining have your vaccine card and youll be all set. They do add a 15% charge for parties smaller than 6 to make sure staff is taken care of and I respect that. Good people. Good food. Good drinks. What more can you ask for?

December 22, 2022

Extremely rude. We have been going to the Hatchet for the past two years, as Richmond residents. This evening we walked in for a 4pm reservation at 3:59pm. We were met with We dont open for two minutes, go stand outside and I ll be ready soon. It was 30 deg and snowing. How about Welcome, I m still setting up and will be with you folks in a few minutes. Vote with your dollar. Will not dine here again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious food, great servers. Try to spot all the gnomes!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Fun pub. The chicken sandos are all tasty, and the beer list is on point with lots of local options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Delicious food, great service. The group I was with split an app, and a bottle of wine, and each had a burger or chicken sandwich, and a beer---and it was *just* over $50 pp. This was still a terrific deal for such an outstanding meal, and would recommend Hatchet to anyone passing through.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Grab some grub at the picturesque hatchet ! Unusual food combos and great beers. Plan a trip to historic Richmond for a bite. Excellent service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I eat here often and am always impressed by how they continue to serve the local community and bring joy during this epically challenging time for the restaurant industry (and us all, lets be real). Last night the bartender recommended a great sour beer I had never tried and the Rice and Pickles were delicious and well portioned.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food and flavors. Fun cocktails and great beer menu. It is fairly pricey and the food can take some time to arrive at the table. Luckily the music and restaurant aesthetic is enjoyable and they have a new disco ball!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

My partner & I just moved to Richmond and were very excited to try out one of the local restaurants. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. There a lot of eclectic little touches that really enhanced my experience. The service we received was absolutely fantastic. We loved our server. We ordered wings as an app. They were a good size, good price, and delicious. I would definitely order them again. My only complaint is that it came with some pickled veggies on the side that were lacking in flavor. They tasted like they had just been put in vinegar with no seasoning. There were also pepperoncinis in the mix; which definitely did not need to be pickled, and were one of my least favorite flavors of the night. I ordered the curry as my entree, and I have only good things to say about it. It was beautiful & delicious. The veggies were crisp and bursting with flavor, and the rice was cooked absolutely perfectly. My partner got the full rack of ribs. We were both mildly disappointed by this entree. When the ribs came out my partner asked if they had accidentally given them the half rack because we had expected there to be more than 5 ribs for $29. The ribs themselves were fantastic. They were really well seasoned, and perfectly cooked. This entree also came with cornbread, cabbage slaw, pickles, and mac & cheese. The cornbread was a bit dry, and crumbly. The pickles had the same problem as I described earlier, though these did seem to have a bit more flavor. The slaw was okay, nothing really stood out about it, but it was a nice palate cleanser. Our biggest complaint and disappointment was the mac & cheese. This dish had absolutely no flavor at all. I was questioning whether or not it had any salt or pepper in it. Even the flavor of the cheese its self was very mild. We were overall underwhelmed and disappointed by this entree. I definitely do not think it is worth the $29 we paid for it. Nevertheless, we had a good time at this restaurant and are excited to go back to try their burger selection!

★★★
December 22, 2022

Vegetarian options: Boring menu. I usually eat anything but dinner was yukky and grossly overpriced The beer was ok.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Ive been to the hatchet many times, at least 20 times. It is local and convenient, but it is overpriced and the biggest problem is that the food is not consistent. Ive had overcooked burgers, fatty pieces of meat when ribs are almost $30.... No cheap beers on tap either. I give it a 3 / 5.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great place! We loved the crispy cauliflower in buffalo sauce, lettuce wraps with tempeh option, spicy dirty fries, and summer rolls. Great tap beer selection, cocktails etc. Amazing vegan options as well. Vegetarian options: Many dishes are vegan or have a vegan option, which is really nice.

★★
December 22, 2022

Food was underwhelming. My partner ordered a Szechuan dish and it was supposed to have crispy chicken - the chicken was soggy on the outside and completely dry on the inside. The vegetables in the dish were soggy as well. It was clear that it was not prepared correctly. Also, our waiter was a bit odd- he kept running across the street to chat with people that were working in a restaurant there. Not very professional, IMO.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love this spot. High rec the lettuce wraps yum. Lots of veggies options too!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Truly exceptional. Incredible food with lots of options for everyone. Great vibes in a gorgeous space, with a solid playlist. Wonderful mocktails and service. Was our favorite restaurant on our Vermont visit. Be sure to buy the kitchen a round.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Really good American Asian fusion food. Super high quality and tasty for the price. The bao and summer rolls were so good!

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Decent spot. Food is usually good but with some very confusing concepts- like, why do the bao buns come with mustard? Makes no sense and flavors clash. Why is the lettuce shredded? The Rez does this too and it drives me nuts. It s like trying to do a fancy version of McDonalds style. Please stop.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food was to die for!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing tap selection, fresh local food, and good vibes all around. Hatchet is a great spot for any season.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Veggie Smash for the win! Best fries around & killer tap/cocktail list.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

We hadn t been to Hatchet since before the pandemic but were in the area and thought we d give it a try. We had a great meal. The food was good (bolgogi lettuce wraps were delicious), drinks were wicked tasty, and the service was on point. Interesting menu options too. They were also very attentive to my wife s gluten allergy. All around, it was a great experience and will be back in our rotation of spots. Dietary restrictions: Handle gluten issues very carefully; including checking with the chef on some new menu items.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great menu, seem to rotate tasty new options through fairly regularly. Creemee window also has solid options available. Hatchet is our go-to when we cant decide what to have for dinner.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I have ALWAYS had a phenomenal experience at Hatchet. Whether it was dining in pre-pandemic or take-out for the past year or so, I am always treated to delicious food and excellent customer service. Highly recommend to locals and out-of-staters alike.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

WOW!!!! We just had the Sunday Fried Chicken Dinner from Hatchet!!! OUTSTANDING!!! Everything was super fresh & prepared to perfection. The chicken is just crazy delicious! The service was fast, efficient and super-kind! I can not recommend Hatchet enough JUST GO!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Amazing food, great arancini and smash burger. Really nice folks! I will be back again!!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

easily one of the best creemees weve had

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Love this place! Eclectic menu that brings comfort food to the next level. Their staff brings good vibes that make downtown Richmond special. Can t wait to sit at that bar again post-pandemic.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great spot in Richmond! Awesome cocktails and the pork katsu sandwich was to die for. Had a little snafu with our order, but the staff was quick to clear it up and make things right!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Sat by the window with my significant other....ordered a Bees Knees and Poke Bowl. Great service. Wonderful evening. Call if the online reservation system says theyre full. They may not be.

Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Really terrible food portions. Dont go hungry. Food was ok but nothing special. I had to eat a full dinner when I got home 2 hours later because I was still hungry. Probably better for snacking, wish they had advertised the portions as we could have gone somewhere a little heartier. Posted this three years ago and tried again. Still severely disappointed , the appetizer was decent , but the main meal was devoid of flavors, and Sam for my partner. We tried twice with sad results.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Wonderful service. They had just opened a few days earlier for indoor service. Dinner companions said that the Beyond burgers and fries were fabulous. Special shout out to the Dirty Burger Cat Fries. The special: big plate of mussels was superb. I loved the spicy red curry with pork belly. Rice was a teeny bit underdone, but otherwise it was delicious. All in all a great find! Will be back and highly recommend it for people in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I orded the half rack of ribs and paired it with the pitter patter porter. All of the hatchets on the wall was a bonus

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Everything about Hatchet was great. Food, beer list, music volume, staff.

Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The food took for ever servers don t really care if you need anything the younger kids that host and bring water are amazing they should be the servers. We felt like we where an inconvenience food wasn t great server did apologize for the food taking more than an hour we asked for dessert right when we got our food but it was taking so long. After half an hour we asked for the check the dessert was still baking I believe 3 hours of our lives waiting in that restaurant oh and the cheery on top you have to pay 15% auto gratuity no matter how bad everything was just so you know. No matter how many people are at your table you still have to pay for that.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great burgers and fries, very friendly service, and a really cool atmosphere. You cant go wrong with the smashburger. Great cocktails too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great chicken sandwiches and burgers. Fries are great and seasoned with salt and rosemary, very addicting. Bees knees cocktail is very refreshing, they made it without alcohol for me and it was no issue. Looking forward to coming back sometime and trying other things!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Food was good and service was very good. Small wait when we arrived, even though we were a few minutes early for our reservation. Well be back...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The food was expertly prepared, and I thoroughly enjoyed their beer selection. The price for the quality of food was very reasonable. Especially in these times of hyper-inflation. The atmosphere reminded me of new age hipster eclectic, and the wall of hatchets was a nice touch. The service was excellent, prompt and unobtrusive yet attentive. Well definitely be back.

★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great atmosphere, staff was happy and outgoing. Food was fantastic order to serve time was good. Only downside is outside signage. 4.7 out of 5 *

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The bathroom is fun to get lost in.

December 22, 2021

Food food was OK but not spectacular. Dry chicken wings, overcook me, but what I dislike the most is finding out that they add 15% gratuity automatically Then give you a receipt with the gratuity space blank to trick you into giving them a gratuity a second time. Cheap ploy. Won t go back. Nice of you to respond and try to make us sound as if I don t think the staff doesn t deserve a fair wage! If you feel that strongly about it pay them above minimum wage and let the patrons add a tip? As it is I tip well above 15% (20-35%) but I don t need you cheating me or trying to scam a fast one- bye.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great service!! Good food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I so want to like this place, as there arent many dinner options in Richmond. The specials they post look yummy but each time weve gone, our top three choices are no longer available (due to running out of ingredient?). Its one thing to see a good description with a sold out sign on it, its another to think youve decided what to get only to hear multiple nos. One time at each ordering option(starter, dinner and dessert) they had run out! Went once on the later side so understood more and then intentionally went early to avoid that happening again...alas. Food has been ok. I want to give it another chance but hoping there can be a few adjustments to stocking up or communicating when all out. 2021 update: Have given it another shot and have been back twice! No issues like before. The bbq plate was surprisingly delicious and huge, burgers were also just right. Cocktails were yummy too. Glad we tried it again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Tremendous restaurant, service was perfect, always there just when needed, the food was outstanding, particularly the appetizers. 10/10 will eat again

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Very enjoyable meal all around. Good food. Good selection of beverages. Good service. Menu is a mix of standard American fare or Asian-inspired dishes. Fantastic flavors that were prepared with nuance and expertise. Recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Food was so good here with healthy portion sizes. I highly recommend the fried chicken sandwich and cornbread. Service was excellent. We showed up after the dinner rush and got our food quickly.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Very disappointing dinner. It had been a while since we had been to Hatchet. The Tokyo Caesar salad was very good with great ginger flavor. The Spicy Red curry bowl was not as remembered. The rice was cold. There was no sauce. It was spicy but could really use some coconut milk and curry. The dance music was strange and seemed out of place. The only dessert option was carrot cake. The service was very good but...

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great service! Kaylee is attentive and fast.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great beer list and eclectic rotating food menu

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Excellent and creative food, an awesome draft list and a fine-looking cocktail menu this place is definitely not the normal for Rural Vermont. From the beer and drinks to the entree and then to end off the evening with homemade churros was an absolutely incredible meal I will definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Unique and original Good service

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great service and food! Our server was very pleasant and accommodating. We ordered Jalapeno and Corn Fritters and an order of Dry Rubbed Wings for starters. Both Excellent. Entrees were also great. Korean BBQ Fried Chicken sandwich was fried perfectly and tasted great. The toasted roll could not contain this sandwich. Big sandwich, Big flavor. The Chicken Tamales were spot on! Its tough to find a good tamale in Vermont. This is where you find them. Great experience. Will be back!

★★★
December 22, 2020

Excellent cheeseburger. Slow, inattentive service.

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Easy to love. You will want to eat everything. Maybe dont totally stuff yourself?

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

This is the strangest axe store Ive ever visited! When I tried to purchase their merchandise which is displayed attractively on the walls they offered me the alternative of a burger and fries. No matter, the meal was so good I left satisfied, especially after I added an extra large maple creemee. Dont forget the sprinkles! Still no axe though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Excellent creemees. Coconut or fruity pebbles as a topping? Genius. Blueberry and mint twist? Also genius. If you think this isnt a new ritual addition after weekend river swims well, youve got another thing coming.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Best creemees Ive had in Vermont, hands down!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Was driving through Richmond, VT and craving a creemee and Hatchet came up in a quick search. They have a walk-up window which makes it super easy. They also have interesting flavors. That day the two on tap were sweet corn and black raspberry. And I had a hard time deciding between toppings (I almost got the fruity pebbles, it was a tough choice though to go with the more classic choice of chocolate sprinkles). So as far as flavors go, we got one of each... and while the black raspberry with chocolate sprinkles was the favorite by the last bite the sweet corn (no topping) really grew on me. The last melty bit tasted like the milk at the bottom of a bowl of corn flakes and I mean that as a compliment.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

The burger I had a few months ago was memorable. Hatchet nailed the burger. Ive wanted to go back for a while, and got takeout tonight. Tried the watermelon and brussel sprout salads. The freshness and deliciousness is off the charts IMO.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Excellent food! Great atmosphere! Fantastic beer on tap! Always pleased!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Consistently great. Cant go wrong with house fries, burger, and house speciality mixed drink.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food, friendly wait staff

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

A diamond in the rough. We just moved close to Richmond and I was ecstatic to have discovered this place! Incredible food & great service!

★★★★
December 22, 2019

VERY good food, smallish portions though, so it receives 40 murican stars out of 50

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good food, value, and service

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Pricey but good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The worst thing abput Hatchet was having to pick just one selection. Lots of interesting choices for food and beer.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

This place is great. Cool atmosphere. Great food. Friendly staff. Will definitely be going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Amazing nachos!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Best creemee of the summer. Scratch that, best creemee of my LIFE. Maple. Wow.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Excellent beer selection offering some of the best of Vermont. Only tasted the fried chix sandwich and the potato salad. Both are also top notch. Great service in a great spot.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The mac and cheese and crispy chicken sandwich are good, I only wish the menu had more options. Super chill atmosphere.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food, fast attentive service. Great vegetarian selections and they also have an awesome mac and cheese.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The chicken sandwich korean style with fries was amazing. Servers were courtesy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

What a pleasant surprise. We went to a nearby pub for drinks and an early dinner. When we read the menu it was very limited,so thought wed just have burgers. They were out of burgers!! Someone in our group mentioned Hatchets. What a good move when we went there. Very varied menu,great beers and fantastic service. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Simply terrific.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Generous portions and a rock-solid tap list.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Ive had solid experiences here. The other night I got the spicy chicken sandwich and it was stacked comically high like those burgers no one can eat. Removed a layer of goodness and suddenly I had a delicious sandwich and an extra side. Bonus! Seriously, it was amazing.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great place for food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

In the heart of the lovely town of Richmond, Hatchet provides a warm environment for friends to gather for food and drink. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. The food was filled with passion and love. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a night out with friends or family.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great menu great vibe. I really enjoy eating at Hatchett

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Best bartender. Love her!