With all the Waterbury mentions, I’ll add the Resevoir Tavern. Very high quality pub food, great beer list. The best Mac and cheese I’ve had anywhere (has a hint of garlic that makes it). They have a nice appetizer size that my wife and I get as a small lunch with a beer or two sometimes. . Small bar in back with free popcorn. Makes a good stop for a single traveler. Bluestone Pizza is pretty good too.
I always meet people in Stowe that ended up there after driving aimlessly from Burlington.They are usually visiting colleges or there on business. If that happens, try Doc Ponds for beer and an eclectic snack.
Idyletime is great, especially if the weather allows you to enjoy the outdoor area. Awesome.
I’d say to pass on the Trapp Bierhall. Food is meh, atmosphere is a little dry and their beers are lousy in my book. I don’t really like Austrian/German beers and food though.
Decent beer choice and great pizza, try Piecasso.