Onion City Chicken & Oyster in Winooski

My favorite restaurant in all of Vermont, the staff is super friendly, the food is delicious, the cocktails are fantastic. Best of the best.

If you are in the area, you definitely need to try this place! Sooooo good!!

Food was good but I dont think I would go back because of the food. Our server was very distracted. We were one of maybe four tables total on a slow Sunday. Our server was more interested in joking around with his co workers than taking our order. It got to a point where another staff member sort of took over because he seemed to feel bad we were forgotten about. I think we just got one bad server and that shouldnt reflect on the whole staff/restaurant. But honestly I dont think Ill be going back here anytime soon.

What a lovely place for a casual night out! The oysters were superb, and the chicken was also excellent. I definitely recommend it!

I didn t come to Vermont for chicken but next time I will.

Yum, just yum.

Just beautifully delicious food, unpretentious and friendly. A thoroughly enjoyable meal.

We got half a fried chicken, it was burnt which was the only flavor we could taste.

Delicious cocktails, delicious chicken, freshest oysters I ve tasted in Vermont- it s a must visit

We went for date night Reservations are not needed but I would recommend them. We went early so we had no problem getting a table. We tried the Chefs choice of oysters, $2 each before six. I think they were called Pink Pearl, delicious, and what impressed us was the cocktail sauce was freshly made. We also had the cheddar begnoits. They were good I thought they could have been cooked longer, my husband loved them. I had the 2 piece fried chicken and he had the fish n chips. My chicken was perfection. I had the homemade beans and potato salad for sides. I also got the honey butter, so yummy. The fish n chips were delightful. Very fresh flaky fish nicely fried. The only criticism was the drinks were light on the alcohol which I didnt mind but he did. All in all we had a great dinner and a wonderful time.

Great food and drinks. Wonderful takes on classic dishes. Need to go again to experience more of the menu. Sitting by the traffic rotary was a little nerve wracking at times though.

This place is spot on, in every way possible. Can t wait to go back. Oysters were above and beyond! And the chicken wow.

Great restaurant in Winooski area. High quality options and great service.

Nice just honest.

Best breaded wings Ive ever had. Ludicrously crunchy and some great sauces. Ssam and steak tartare were amazing too.

One of the finest restaurants in chittenden county. This place feels like the set of a movie. Amazing food. 10/10

Absolutely delicious meal and perfect atmosphere. They have such a clear vision and it comes across beautifully in the food. So excited to come back!

Arrive at 3 p.m. and you benefit from reduced prices and great service. Top quality products served.

2 piece chicken dinner. Mine was good but my friends was overcooked and dry, expensive $19 and 2 sides were $12 for a total of 32 for an average meal.

Clam chowder best in the world honey butter chicken is the very best I ever ate I love the staff very professional and they support our local farmers lobster phonimal I drove up from jersey 5 hours and for that honey butter chicken I will gladly take that ride please open one in Jersey

This is an amazing restaurant with great food and great service. I m gluten free / celiac and it isn t often I come across a restaurant that offers a GF option for fried chicken, never mind it be DELICIOUS. It was so good, we ended up going two nights in a row. Would highly recommend this restaurant! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free friendly

Very nice restaurant, delicious seafood and wonderful drinks. I will come back here again and again Food

5 stars. All you need to know! Go! Trust me!

Our server was so fun and sweet, we loved her! They offer outside seating at this time of year and dog friendly! The fried chicken was amazing, fresh oysters, and super unique tots! Will definitely be back

50 + Great Years of doing it Right T.Y.

What a find! Love the atmosphere, the barware, service and food! Can t wait to come back! The beignets were fantastic!

I dont have anything postivie to say about our food. Steak tartar- overrly seasoned and the onion overpowered the meat Beignet- not a true beignet and and was swimming in honey butter Fried chicken - over fried and no flavor, seemed like it was dredged in plain flour. It shouldnt rely on honey butter for flavor) Fish and chips - nothing special Potato salad- too much mustard seed Baked veaks

Oysters were delicious. Chicken was delicious. We ordered all around the menu and enjoyed all of it, plus friendly service and a great pisco sour(!) which is always a blessing. Wish this place was in my town; Id love to be a regular.

Fantastic cocktails and incredible carrot cake!

Come here even if it s just for the Bee-haw Cocktail. Delicious with brown-butter washed Tom Cat gin. Great early bird specials from 3-5 PM with $2 oysters and $2 off Hors d Oeuvres. Amazing and friendly staff too!

Fun New Orleans feel. Amazing cocktails. Kid-friendliness: The owners have kids that often are on site. They welcome families! Food : 5/5 |

My first time here. Ive had a couple people recommend it to me. Cozy comfy atmosphere. Really really good food. I had chicken wings, coleslaw, and the beignets. My friend had the lobster roll. Service was excellent. A little on the pricey side. Very worthwhile

Amazing food. Beautifully messy hi/low food. Nicest people. Fantastic oysters, great looking deserts. This place has it all. Will be back, and will be telling as many people as possible about this place. It is not to be missed.

Everything about this place is phenomenal. We had the cheddar beignets, the rough Francis, oysters, and the crab dip - all amazing (especially the beignets and sandwich). Great beer on tap (get the Edward), and great cocktails (get the Bee-Haw). My husband and I just discussed our meal and decided that this was our favorite Southern restaurant we ve been to (and we eat a lot!) Also our waiter, Alejandra, was so friendly, helpful, and fun! A 10/10 experience all around!

Mussels and chicken were superb Hal.

Wonderful little restaurant right in the heart of Winooski. Great ambiance, the friendliest wait staff, and the food was amazing! We just grabbed a quick bite and had the Steak Tartare (which is amazing), the Clam Chowder, and tater tots (but with smoked char, chive crème fraiche, trout roe). Yum! Eclectic menu, but they are part of the Misery Loves Company family you can t go wrong here! Everything was delicious!

Great friendly staff and the oysters are amazing! If you go before 5 the oysters are only 2 bucks. Unfortunately, the food on the menu was overpriced and left me wanting more flavor. If you decide to go for oysters and a drink then you have decided wisely!

Food came out really fast, and was delicious! We ordered the fried chicken, buffalo chicken sandwich, and we had biscuits and beans. The biscuits and chicken with the honey butter was our favorite thing there. The buffalo chicken sandwich was also delicious with the homemade chips. The atmosphere and service was really good, and we re looking forward to come back!

Wow! Had a duo birthday dinner here last night and couldn t have done it at a better place. We had Ali as our server who was so accommodating of our 8 person party. We had champagne and caviar and delicious chicken sandwiches - it was delicious food and such a unique bday dinner with the best service. Also the ambiance is INCREDIBLE for a date night. We could hear each other talk and had such a lovely time because of our servers and the attention to detail to everything. Also you must get the dessert. We were debating for 30 mins on what was better (carrot cake vs mousse) and were split as a group cause it was SO delicious!

Definitely worth checking out! Great food and drinks and oysters!!!

The atmosphere was adequate and the ambiance was ok. The food we had was quite interesting and more or less not enjoyable. I didn t like the fact I couldn t identify what part of the chicken I was getting or the mustard style flavoring of the greens and potatoes salad was a little off putting. I believe adding French fries would help with making meals a little more rounded. It was interesting to check out but I won t be trying it again.

Very tasty. We had heard a lot about this place and finally decided to give it a try with an open mind since we were huge fans of Misery Loves Company and very sad to see it go away. This is very upscale simple food so it just doesn t have the creativity and complexity we are fans of. That said what we got was delicious - fresh oysters, a salad, fried oyster mushrooms, fried fish, and fried chicken. The spicy pickles are outstanding and the portion is generous. The biscuits are superb. Service was slightly above average - a bit rushed when clearing food and our drinks and food took a very long time. It s worth trying, but for the price and generally not being a fan of fried food, it might be a long interval before I return.

Simply incredible.

Our first visit, and the restaurant lived up to advance reviews. The oysters were VERY fresh, and the selection was great. We had the fried chicken, (of course) with the onion, greens, and beans. All top notch. The beignets were fluffy and savory sweet, (love that melted honey butter!) Nice variety on their drink and wine lists. Every staff member we encountered was charming and helpful, but special kudos to our server, Danny, who took care of us and made everything fun.

Perfectly fine. Staff was friendly and attentive, which made up for the couple of errors made by our server. Lobster roll was DELISH, fried chicken wasnt my jam. Recommend checking out!

Oysters and fried chicken are amazing! What else do you need?

Amazing first experience at Chicken & Oyster- can t wait to go back. Ambience 10/10. Staff was top notch- Danny was our affable guide through this magical experience. Mary makes balanced cocktails and dreams come true. The food was incredible- tried oysters, tater tots w/ roe, chips & caviar, chicken wings, collards and kimchi! Textures, flavors, presentations; all on point! The staff pointed us towards the perfect glass of wine, the delicious beignets ( so good!) and the dessert to top it all off ( carrot cake )! Ugh! Can t wait to go back!

The food. The staff. The food. Nothing beats this amazing restaurant. Been here with just my partner, groups of 4, even 8, they are always so friendly and welcoming. They have the perfect family style meals and the Oysters are so fresh I fell like the ocean is right outside. They do it perfectly and I would say this is the best meal for the money you ll get in the area hands down.

Holy amazing oyster Batman! This place is amazing. Great vibe. They had a nice selection of NA beer by Rescue Club (Much appreciated by this person in recovery) and the oysters were to die for. Beautiful experience. Ill be back!

This is a go-to date night location. With lovely staff, consistently delicious food, and great attention to detail this restaurant manages to be casual while feeling very special.

Liked everything, great service good cocktails and the food was great just really expensive!

Go for the drinks and awesome oysters!

Super juicy chicken with a perfect crunchy skin and breading. The biscuits are otherworldly. I will be returning just for these things covered in honey butter. The Onion is an unexpectedly good way to just... Eat a whole onion? Its really delicious, and worth a shot if you like french onion soup. The slaw is vinegar-based. Its very bright and simple, which was good way to cut through all the richness. I had a half chicken with three sides and two extra biscuits, which came out to about 50 before tip. So the price is definitely higher than your average fried chicken joint, but this place is, easily, worth the cost. 10/10 Vegetarian options: The vegetarian sides are incredibly flavourful and fresh!

Great service, oysters were fresh and the cocktails top notch.

Great service and delicious food. The oysters tasted fresh and the staff were extremely knowledgeable on the selection, and offered great suggestions for what would be best. The fried chicken is perfectly crispy, and served with an amazing honey sauce. The biscuits are also essential to try. The potato salad is German style, with large chunks of potato and mustard seed which adds a really nice tanginess to cut through some of the richness of the rest of the meal. Cocktails are also excellent. The price is a little higher than your average fried chicken place, but worth it for the amazing flavors you get in the meal, in combination with great service.

The chicken is the best I ve had in Vermont. The biscuits are also AMAZING. We weren t really impressed with the potato salad. We were hoping for a hot, German potato salad based on the description but it was not very flavorful and was pretty basic. We ordered the onion just to see what it was but it was just a whole, cooked onion. We wished we hadn t gotten it. The herbs and greens is great though. Very light and delicious balance in the vinaigrette. The baked beans are pretty basic as well. I really wish they would work on their sides for the fried chicken. We would definitely order more often if the sides were better.

Great oysters

My wife and I love to take people to OCCO for their first time. And those who experience it once will clamber to come back. This is great food - from the fried chicken to the hot dogs, from the oysters to the ssam. The kitchen staff knows how to put flavors together and the bar staff are top-end pros who make tasty cocktails. And by the way, the ambiance is hard to beat. We probably frequent this place too often (we live close by), but it is one of the best places to eat for miles around.

Great chicken and drinks but a unique spin on southern food

There were some great items on the menu. The tater tots are actually a very nice croquette with some nice seafood features. The chicken is amazing. We went through 4 dozen oysters between five of us. Some of us had them as an entree. To h house pickles. The drinks - bartender is an artist.

First time at Onion City and it has already moved towards the top of my Vermont recommendations list. The service was so great - I went with a group of 5 and we were able to get a seat outside (they only have a couple picnic like tables) and quickly order their $2 oyster special (runs until 5pm). They had 4 different kinds of oysters and we really enjoyed them all. Rounded out our meals with a unique Dirty Martini and some of their fried chicken - both were delicious and I will definitely be back for more next time I m in town. Run don t walk to check out OCCO at the top of the Winooski circle!

I had the best fried chicken of my life and popped my oyster cherry last night! Onion City Chicken and Oysters is a true gem! We started with the oysters and cheddar beignets before the main course arrived. I paired my 2-piece chicken dinner with biscuits and kimchi and everything was fantastic! Cant wait to go back!

An outstanding little restaurant with the best fried chicken Ive ever had. Its a little pricey but well worth it. The staff was fantastic. Highly recommend. Definitely get the potato salad! I dont like potato salad normally but its absolutely delicious here!

Fantastic food! Amazing Oysters and the Fried Chicken was amazing. Great vibe w Beastie Boys on the stereo and staff is super friendly, professional, and attentive. Drink menu is also amazing. This place will soon have a waitlist once the secret is out.

Fried chicken is fantastic. Very pleasant interior. Look for it carefully as the outdoor sign is hard to see. A bit noisy during the busy hours but very nice.

Very good oysters. The clam chowder is exceptional. The sides, especially the onion, are very good. The dry martinis are very good. Parking is free on Sundays.

Amazing service, everything on the menu is so delicious! Highly recommend!

Lovely food and service. Will be back :)

I am writing this from the restaurant. We went in for chicken and oysters and I got that and more. Quite possibly the best meal weve had in a while. Winooski is on the rise cuisine-wise! Dont miss out on the cheddar beignets as well. Almost ordered an extra for dessert and another to go!

Fantastic spot. Everything we tried was great. From the tater tots to the cheddar beignets, its top notch. Sit at the bar with Danny and listen to his recs on food and cocktails. 10/10.

Loved the tater tots with fish roe! Delicious oysters. Excellent cocktails. We have also heard that the cheesy beignets are good but did not get a chance to try. Looking forward to coming back.

In addition to having fantastic fried chicken and biscuits, the staff at this restaurant is one of the friendliest I ve encountered anywhere. They even offered my toddler a plate of crushed ice to play with, totally unprompted (which he loved). Parking: Easy to find a street parking space right in front of the restaurant Kid-friendliness: Everyone on the staff seemed to derive great pleasure from entertaining our 20 month old both times that we went.

Wow. The batter they make for the fried chicken is insane good! And the hot sauce and honey, wow wow wow.

On a Sunday night, there were a few options for us to seek out dinner. As we are big fans of Misery Loves Company, we went nearby to Onion City Chicken & Oyster. The staff are courteous and attentive. Our small party started with drink: margarita, lemonade and Venetian Ginger Ale. The margarita was a classic, served on ice with salt on the rim; subtle and delightful with the dishes we had. We enjoyed the tater tot with roe, the salty pop of the roe made this a fun play on fried potatoes. The cheddar beignets and honey butter were eaten so quickly once they arrived at our table; pillowy with light cheddar taste. With 3 adults and a child, we ordered the whole chicken - a bucket of fried chicken with 5 sides. This was more than enough food as we took home several pieces because we were full. We liked the sides- including kimchi, buttermilk biscuits, collards, vegetable casserole, and roasted onion - and were full by the end. Our daughter enjoyed the hot dog and the house potato chips. The restaurant has a wonderful aesthetic, an inviting place for the solo eater to small group. Kid-friendliness: There are many kid friendly food options including the fried chicken and hot dogs.

Best chicken sandwich of my life. 5 stars doesn t do it any justice. 700 stars. Oysters were amazing, potato salad and the honey chicken wings holy smokes. Would go on vacation to Vermont just to have this meal again.

The food is incredibly overpriced. The chicken was surprisingly bland and the biscuits were very dry (the biscuits as a side are a $4+ upcharge that wasnt mentioned on the menu). Overall not worth the money. Oysters and cocktails were the highlight.

Came in for lunch late on Sunday. Ordered the 4 Oysters (1 Beau Soleil, 1 Chebook Took, 2 Pink Moons), Steak Tartare, Cheddar Beignets, Honey Butter Wings.. some lemonade, and Isastegi (Basque still cider). The Oysters were fresh and tasty. The Beignets and the Wings were the best things we ate, Id come back just for those two items. The Steak Tartare was decent, but the portion was on the smaller side for the price. Service was good, gave us time to sort out the menu, and checked in on us a few times.

Delicious! We had heard this place gets crazy busy so we opted to go early around 4:30 on a Saturday and got right in without a wait. Loved the oyster happy hour. Two of us split the half fried chicken with potato salad, collard greens and beans - plenty for both of us and we left very full and satisfied. The margarita was fantastic - balanced but not too sweet or sour. Food was fast and fresh, service was attentive and on point. Will definitely be back.

This is a must-go whether you are in town for 48 hours for forever. If you like seafood or not - youll have a great experience. Hoping this stays around for a long time!

The honey butter fried chicken is too die for!! Outstanding service every time. Love this place!

One of my favorite spots in the area!

Perfection.

Wow! From the moment my wife and I walked into Onion City Chicken & Oyster, we were greeted with warm smiles and top-notch service. The staff were super attentive and made us feel right at home with their friendly attitude. The dining room is very cozy and elegant! The cocktail menu was impressive, and each drink we tried was incredibly delicious. It was clear that the bartenders put a lot of thought and care into mixing each one. The food was insanely good. The oysters tasted fresh and were wonderful. Id say the unexpected star for us had to be the Cheddar Beignets - these little delights were irresistible and unlike anything weve had before. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next visit to Onion City Chicken & Oyster. Its rare to find a place that hits all the right notes like this one does. See you again soon!

Worth the price! Delicious fried chicken and oysters.

Places like this (and Misery Loves Company) is what makes me think Winooski is punching above it s weight, in the best way. The oysters were delicious, especially with the kimchi! Do yourself a favor and get the dirty martini with olive oil and make sure you order a second serving of honey butter to go with your biscuits and chicken - apply very liberally and bask in the cozy mix of comfort food and the historic Winooski Block building. We don t go on many date nights, so I m thrilled that we were able to walk up and get a seat at the bar on opening night. Absolutely awesome experience. Thank you!

Great find. In town to drop of college student. Walking distance from AirBnB. Great food. Fish was awesome as was Chicken. Try the daily onion special. You won t regret it. Staff very friendly. (Waiter, recent transplant from Texas very personable.) Very recommended

Super impressed with this new gem in Winooski. Its menu is uncomplicated, full of easy-to-share classic dishes made with high quality ingredients. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the area!

Fantastic date night dinner for 2. We tried all 6 varieties of the oysters and enjoyed comparing the briny flavors. And then on to caviar with potato chips, cus were ballin, right? So tasty! The 2 piece fried chicken was juicy and crisp, and the honey with it had me nearly licking my plate. Plenty for 2 of us. The range of sides should please anybody, pick 2. I definitely wanna get the fish and chips next time, and then save some room for the deserts. Will recommend and we will definitely be back.

Best restaurant in Burlington area. Thank you MLC folks for this next great evolution of your restaurant genius. Friendly people and great, great food. Will never visit Burlington without stopping in OCC&O!!

Love the concept and menu, ambience is great and staff was exceptional! Interesting wine list and affordable wine by the bottle yes please! Everything was tasty and thoughtfully done. We prefer our dark meat chicken cooked for longer so that it has firmer texture, but that might just be a preference thing!

Had an incredible dinner this past weekend! We tried the caviar, cheddar beignets, a couple of their incredible takes on classic cocktails, the half bird dinner with the onion, cucumber salad and greens and herbs and the biscuit with fruit for dessert. Staff were friendly, accommodating, and could answer any question we had. Service was quick but never rushed, very well timed. Unfortunately, despite an incredible dinner, just a few hours later I suffered from some pretty intense food poisoning which quite literally has left a bad taste in my mouth. Even with the less than desirable end to my evening, I do still recommend trying OCCO!

Came with two friends last weekend and shared a good selection of shareables. Drinks were solid, un-fussy menu of classic cocktails and a solidly curated (read: not just hazy IPAs) beer list. We shared an oyster assortment, the Irish Points with the house kimchi are top notch! Spicy pickles are a great balance of flavor and heat, collards with bacon are on point, and the whole roasted onion in sherry was a surprising delight. The meal was rounded off by tater tots that presented like something out of an elevated Jewish deli, and the wings which are a full drum to tip wing. We finished with the carrot cake, which if you re like me and don t like raisins in the cake, was just what I needed.

I ve been telling everyone about onion city since I went last weekend. Phenomenal service, a confident yet approachable menu, and excellently made cocktails. The kitchen came out during the meal to ask how things were going which was much appreciated. I wouldnt have thought to eat oysters with kimchi but it s such a perfect match! And I definitely recommend the onion as a surprising side. I can t wait to go back!

Last night, my family celebrated my 71st birthday at this amazing new restaurant, and it was fantastic in every way! We feasted on fried chicken (the very best we have had in Vermont other than at Misery Loves Company, which is owned by the same folks), oysters, fish & chips, and delicious cocktails! To top it off, our server was very professional and friendly, so it s hard to imagine how our family dining experience could have been any better! Bravo to OCCO!