85 N Main St. #100
White River Junction, VT
I was just staying in White River Junction for a few days and didn't know where to eat. The hotel had a little guide that said the Tip Top Cafe was a local vegetarian place. Not being very hungry and finding myself near the restaurant, I decided to give it a try. Well, it's not a vegetarian restaurant. They have a full menu for the more carnivorous among us. But there's a bit for everyone and everything I had there was fantastic. It was so good that I went back to the restaurant a few days later just as my business in White River Junction was concluding.
Start out with the crispy fries with garlic aioli. This tower of really wonderfully crispy fries was just delicious. And even though I wasn't that hungry, I couldn't stop eating them. The garlic aioli dip made the dish. The fries might have been too salty on their own but together they were a terrific combination.
But don't worry if you didn't order an appetizer because their fresh bread was served nice and warm with a garlic and cilantro dip that was so delicious.
Need just a salad? The mixed greens, gorgonzola, and walnut salad served with tomatoes and maple balsamic vinaigrette will keep you very happy. Everything is nice and fresh too.
As for the entrees, you can't go wrong. I had the very wonderful sesame crusted tilapia served over a bed of mixed greens and mango salsa. The fish was cooked perfectly and the blend of the mango over the salad was just perfect. The tilapia salad is a definite winner. The pork and ginger meatloaf served with mashed potatoes and asparagus was also very good. The pork had a hint of sweetness that really complimented the dish.
I also tried this one other item that doesn't seem to be listed on their website. There are of course some seasonal dishes. From what I remember it was a squash inside a crispy shell drizzled with something slightly sweet. I want to say that there was honey involved but really cannot remember. In any case, that was creative and tasty too.
Overall, great food, good atmosphere (live music at certain times), and a good waitstaff. This is a definite must for anyone in the area.
But don't worry if you didn't order an appetizer because their fresh bread was served nice and warm with a garlic and cilantro dip that was so delicious.
Need just a salad? The mixed greens, gorgonzola, and walnut salad served with tomatoes and maple balsamic vinaigrette will keep you very happy. Everything is nice and fresh too.
As for the entrees, you can't go wrong. I had the very wonderful sesame crusted tilapia served over a bed of mixed greens and mango salsa. The fish was cooked perfectly and the blend of the mango over the salad was just perfect. The tilapia salad is a definite winner. The pork and ginger meatloaf served with mashed potatoes and asparagus was also very good. The pork had a hint of sweetness that really complimented the dish.
I also tried this one other item that doesn't seem to be listed on their website. There are of course some seasonal dishes. From what I remember it was a squash inside a crispy shell drizzled with something slightly sweet. I want to say that there was honey involved but really cannot remember. In any case, that was creative and tasty too.Overall, great food, good atmosphere (live music at certain times), and a good waitstaff. This is a definite must for anyone in the area.
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