Howl Bier — Restaurant in Winooski

This bier hall is in walking distance from my place on E. Allen so I was psyched to check it out. Got there shortly after opening enjoying the late day sun coming thru windows. The Lager was good although served with 3 inch head of foam that I patiently let dissipate. The menu albeit limited is truly al la carte: order the crackers, cheese and meat all from their own category add up to a 25$ plus appy. The bartender was not much of a conversationalist - I was not expecting an intimate dialogue, but lets just say I had to crowbar an exchange about how nice the sun was and how it was to have a new place in Winooski circle. She seemed annoyed that she would need to actually have to talk to the customer beyond questions of the menu/beer. I had 2 beers, 1 type of salami, 1 type of cheese and crackers for $48 before tip. Probably won't be coming back, I can get better beer at Bevy, better cheese and meat at Misery Loves Company and better conversation with a toothless hag at McKees for less money. Peace and...

Howl is what Winooski (and Vermont) needs! A beautiful and comfortable space in which to enjoy a wonderful selection of draft offerings as well as killer small plates. The draft list is mercifully short on hop bombs, with a well thought out selection that leans lager and euro style, from top area producers. The food is creative, tasty and unpretentious. Each dish feels like the perfect accompaniment to whatever drink is in front of you. If I lived closer, this would be my...

My goodness my Guinness! Thank god for this place! A proper pour of everything they serve with so much knowledge and enthusiasm with a small but curated and creative menu. The haus bread is delish, local charcuterie from 5th quarter, and some of the coolest imported beers you can get in this state are all here. Beer lovers beware - this WILL be your new fave spot! They also have a small but thoughtful natural wine list and some batched cocktails (again...