Northern Vermont Restaurants
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1. Prohibition Pig
$ | |This restaurant and brewery in downtown Waterbury is always packed for a reason: fabulous craft beers, sandwiches, salads, and North Carolina--style barbecue served in an airy and friendly bar and dining room. If you just want a quick bite and a draft, belly up to the tasting-room bar at the brewery in the back, or pop across the street to the Craft Beer Cellar, one of the state's best beer stores.
23 S. Main St., Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, USA802-244–4120Known For
- Duck-fat fries
- "craft" mac and cheese
- One of the state's best draft lists and liquor collections
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. -
2. Red Hen Baking Co.
$ | |If you're a devotee of artisanal bakeries, it'd be a mistake not to trek the 7-plus miles from Montpelier (15 from Stowe) to have lunch, pick up freshly baked bread, or sample a sweet treat at what many consider Vermont's best bakery. Red Hen supplies bread to some of the state's premier restaurants, including Hen of the Wood, and has varied offerings every day.
961 U.S. 2, Middlesex, Vermont, 05602, USA802-223–5200Known For
- Breads and pastries
- Local hangout
- Soups and sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations not accepted -
3. Three Penny Taproom
$ | |This celebrated taproom remains one of the state's best, thanks in large part to its ability to acquire beers few others in the region can. The vibe feels straight out of an artsy neighborhood in Brussels, but with the earthiness of Vermont.
108 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-223–8277Known For
- Darn good burger
- Top happy-hour hangout in town
- Premier Vermont and hard-to-get brews
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4. Wilaiwan's Kitchen
$ | |In 2012, co-owners Wilaiwan Phonjan-Azarian and Timothy Azarian traded their locally adored street cart for a brick-and-mortar location offering some of the best Thai food in the state, if not on the East Coast. Most of the menu reflects the Laotian influence of Phonjan-Azarian's upbringing in northeast Thailand, and Vermont ingredients from eggs to chiles inspire dishes that change weekly.
34 State St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-613–3587Known For
- Weekly changing menus featuring local ingredients
- Noodle specials, like khao soy and gwit diow, with homemade chili pastes
- Sunny interiors covered with artwork
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
5. 3 Squares Cafe
$ | |Along with breakfast scrambles, challah french toast, homemade pastries, and lunchtime burgers made with local grassfed beef, 3 Squares is known for that warm-and-fuzzy feeling running through the vintage-style dining room. Bright sunlight, fresh flowers, and a friendly atmosphere compliment Vermont-sourced cooking that has been a Vergennes cornerstone for more than 10 years.
141 Main St., Vergennes, Vermont, 05491, USA802-877–2772Known For
- Grassfed burgers
- Breakfast plates like local eggs and French toast
- Charming neighborhood atmosphere
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6. Bohemian Bakery
$ | |The original Bohemian Bakery began in 2010 as a Sunday-only pop-up in the home of co-owners Annie Bakst and Robert Hunt; it quickly became a weekly haunt for expertly made French pastries. The couple now roasts coffee beans in small batches and fills daily orders of rotating favorites, like buttery kougin-amman and croissants, custard-filled Danishes, and tall slices of cornmeal cake in their shop.
83 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-461–8119Known For
- Seasonal tarts with fresh fruit and pastry cream
- Croissants of all kinds
- Coffee roasted in-house
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
7. Burger Barn
$ | |Local grass-fed burgers and handcut fries are the name of the game at this bright-green food truck. Try one of Burger Barn's more inventive offshoots, like the Nutty Goat: goat cheese, maple crushed walnuts, caramelized onions, bacon and mayo.
4968 Rte. 15, Jeffersonville, Vermont, 05464, USA802-730–3441Known For
- Grass-fed burgers
- Food truck atmosphere and outside dining
- Cash only
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8. Burlington Bay Market & Cafe
$ | |This may be a local hub for grabbing a quick sandwich or a case of beer, but its true fame stands with its seasonal creemee window. During the warmer months, lines snake around the corner for the café's beloved soft serve, particularly the house specialty: twisted black raspberry and maple ice cream in a cone, extra sprinkles. A large back patio has sweeping waterfront views, making it one of the nicest spots in town to watch the sunset.
125 Battery St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-864–0110Known For
- Maple and black raspberry creemees
- Grocery staples and necessities
- Sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs
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9. Kestrel Coffee Roasters
$ | |Two alumni of Blue Hill at Stone Barns, one of the country's most lauded restaurants, moved to Burlington in 2017 to realize their dreams of opening a coffee shop together. The duo focus on meticulously sourced beans roasted fresh in-house, scratch-made baked goods, and a frequently changing menu of farm-sourced sandwiches. The maple latte is just sweet enough, and one of the best around.
47 Maple St., Burlington, Vermont, USA802-391–0081Known For
- Small-batch roasted coffee beans
- Homemade baked goods
- Maple lattes
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
10. Kraemer & Kin
$ | |This family-owned microbrewery started in a Grand Isle garage in 2020. Now, it occupies the basement of the clubhouse at Alburg Golf Links, an 18-hole course with stunning views of Lake Champlain. Stop into the upstairs taproom for snacks and sandwiches with a pint of blonde ale, lilac sour, or garlic mustard saison; the beers here are brewed with local — and often foraged — ingredients, including hops from the family's hop yard down the road.
230 Rt.129, Alburgh, Vermont, 05440, USA802-796--3586Known For
- Creative small-batch beers brewed on site
- Local takes on classic clubhouse bites
- Golf course on the lake
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Wed. -
11. Miso Hungry
$ | |At the base of mammoth Jay Peak sits a wood-shingled food truck cooking arguably the best ramen in the state. Owners Momoko and Jordan Antonucci met as rafting guides in Japan, and spent three winters in Hokkaido gravitating towards the steaming bowls of noodles made at après-ski ramen trucks parked mountainside. They later brought this mutual love of hearty Japanese cooking to one of Vermont's most notable ski resorts. When the duo isn't traveling statewide for summer festivals and concerts, they're at Jay Peak passing spicy miso ramen, homemade onigiri, and seasonal specials through the food truck's window.
830 Jay Peak Rd., Jay, Vermont, 05859, USA518-605–4474Known For
- Spicy miso ramen
- Seasonal onigiri
- Authentic Japanese cooking made with Vermont-sourced ingredients
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12. Onyx Tonics
$ | |This coffee-tasting bar would satisfy the staunchest coffee aficionado, with its rotating menu of specialty drinks designed to highlight the texture and flavor profile of distinct beans and roasters; so it's not surprising that co-founder Jason Gonzales won a top 10 spot in the 2013 World Cup Tasting Championship (the coffee Olympics). If a coffee education is what you want with your morning cup, Onyx Tonics offers it—thankfully with a friendly and inviting atmosphere—as baristas have been known to warn against adding milk to a certain drip coffee, because it would raise the acidity of the brew and alter its delicate flavor.
126 College St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-777–2583Known For
- Coffee-tasting bar
- The VT Big Easy, coffee and chicory mixed with milk and maple syrup
- Featured espresso and drip coffee beans
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13. PK Coffee
$ | |The inviting atmosphere of this neighborhood joint is increased by the beans they use—North Carolina–based roasters Counter Culture Coffee, known for its coffee education and sustainable sourcing. Milk comes from Sweet Rowen Farmstead, and rotating breakfast sandwiches and baked goods, like buttermilk banana bread, are made in-house.
1940 Mountain Rd., Stowe, Vermont, 05672, USA802-760–6151Known For
- Maple lattes
- Expertly made espresso and drip coffee
- Baked goods and breakfast sandwiches
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14. Shy Guy Gelato
$ | |Some of the best gelato outside of Italy is found on St. Paul Street. Co-owner Paul Sansone was inspired by his Italian heritage to work abroad as an apprentice to some of Southern Italy's most notable gelato masters; he returned to Vermont years later to open his own scoop shop alongside one of Burlington's longtime farm-to-table restaurant owners, Tim Elliot. Daily-changing flavors distill peak season fruits and lush Vermont dairy into peerless small-batch gelato and sorbet that draw visitors state-wide. The fior di latte (fresh mozzarella) gelato is remarkable, and one of the few flavors that rarely leaves the menu.
198 St. Paul St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-355–2320Known For
- Small-batch gelato and sorbet made with local ingredients
- Fior di latte (fresh mozzarella) gelato
- Vegan-friendly sorbets
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. -
15. Speeder & Earl's Coffee
$ | |This family-owned coffee roaster has been turning out small-batch beans and blends since 1993, making it a well-loved local watering-hole for almost three decades. This quirky, funky café is a prime old-school spot to pick up a bag of beans or mull over the morning paper with a cup of Maple French Roast.
412 Pine St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-658–6016Known For
- Small-batch coffee blends
- House-roasted beans
- Quirky vibes in a sunny café space
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16. The Skinny Pancake
$ | |This dine-in crêperie makes a great stop for breakfast, lunch, or an easy dinner. The signature crepes go sweet and savory and are filled with fruit, vegetables, and meat from more than a dozen Vermont farms.
89 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-262–2253Known For
- Inventive hot chocolate recipes
- Locavore's Dream crepe with chicken, cran-apple chutney, spinach, and blue cheese
- Pooh Bear crepe with cinnamon sugar and local honey
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17. Vermont Cookie Love
$ | |The "Love Shack" on the side of VT Route 7 is known to have one of the best maple creemees in the state due to its use of Vermont maple syrup and high-butterfat dairy from Kingdom Creamery of Vermont. There are also coffee, vanilla, and chocolate creemees on offer, along with local Wilcox hard ice cream and house-made cookies made daily on-site.
6915 Rte. 7, Ferrisburgh, Vermont, 05473, USA802-425–8181Known For
- Homemade cookies
- Maple and coffee soft serve
- Crushed cookie crumbles for topping cones and sundaes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Creemee window closed Nov.–Mar. -
18. Zabby and Elf's Stone Soup
$ | |The open front, woody interior, and community spirit make Stone Soup a downtown favorite for lunch, especially on warm days. The small but robust salad bar is the centerpiece, with excellent hot and cold dishes—a perfect complement to the wonderful soups and fresh sandwiches.
211 College St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-862–7616Known For
- Vegetarian dishes
- Gluten-free baked goods
- New York Jewish-style cooking
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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