Restaurants in Essex Junction

“We made reservations for our large group ahead of time and they were very accommodating. The service was fantastic, keeping our drinks full and making recommendations from the menu. The food was all delicious, and everyone enjoyed their meal. About half of our group hadn’t had Indian food before but they all left as fans! The waiter was able to easily guide the vegan in our group to a variety options for him. We all enjoyed tea and a sweet at the end. We are so glad to have found this restaurant and will definitely be back!”

“This place is a Gem! the atmosphere is amazing, the food is so good and the people are so friendly. we loved Katlyn! A+, 5 Stars!”

“Stepping out from behind the bar, Zach filled his role as our Server to perfection. Friendly, informed, attentive and polite, our first dinning experience at Bramble was fantastic! Friends had recommended we add Bramble to our list of options and we're so glad we did. Food was excellent, wine and spirits offered interesting options... Pistols and Pesos was killer! We'll definitely be back. Thanks Zach and the whole team at Bramble for a nice dining experience....something we need more of in the area”

“Always good food and friendly staff”

“Delicious, generous, and very nice. make sure to get a lemonade, you won't regret it.”

“This place is a gem. If you like ethnic food this is a great place to go. Goat Vindaloo was very spicy but the perfect hot for me. The server was great and suggested some great appetizers and meals. If you like a culinary adventure this is the place.”

“Friendly, family fun! Something for everyone and always see friends there! It's our "Cheers" place where everybody knows your name😍😍”

“My menfolk and I stopped at Mexi-Cuban Cravings on our last Vermont adventure to refuel and replenish our waning strength. What a treat! The portions were more than generous, the flavor was exceptional, and the folks running the stand couldn't have been nicer. I had the California Burrito and the fries were an incredible addition. We all but inhaled our burritos! 10/10 - would highly recommend.”

“This place is heaven on earth if you love a sandwich as much as I do. They nail it every time, and I promise you won’t leave hungry. I love going in and saying hi to all of the awesome staff, too. Thank you, Martones crew, for making my day better each time I bite into one of your yummy sammies. -Liz.”

“We placed a large order for Doordash delivery this evening. Our group wanted to try a bit of many dishes to satisfy vegetarians, meat eaters, spicy food lovers, bland food lovers and gluten free folks! We ordered over a dozen different dishes and everything was delicious! Some favorites were the vegetable pakora, momos, malai kofta, cauliflower 65 and the chicken tikka masala. The saag paneer was wonderful but we wish it had a bit more cheese. This was our first time trying this location and we’ll be back!”

“Excellent service, delicious food, great beer selection, nice atmosphere. So glad we gave it a try. We will definitely be back.”

“I love the atmosphere and the coffee and tea of course. The comfortable chairs are so relaxing for enjoying your coffee and conversations with friends.”

“Amazing breakfast! Everything is made in house! Highly recommended!”

“Delicious! I come here about once a week! They've got a wonderful menu at great prices, a nice soft interior of their restaurant that makes it feel cozy, and the service is impeccable. The thai iced coffee is amazing and so is their Pad Kee Mao(spicy noodle dish).”

“This was definitely the best pad Thai I have ever had! Super pretty, clean, cozy establishment. Very spacious and comfortable staf was so nice 😊 I highly recommend the mango curry!! Wow. price was beyond reasonable for the flavor and fresh ingredients. Service was very fast yet the food did not look nor taste reheated at all.
I honestly can’t find anything I disliked! You can really tell how much love and effort the owners put into mango Thai! We will definitely be eating here again and very often! I hope their business booms! They definitely deserve it 💖”

“Outstanding bakery! Big city taste & quality in little Essex Vermont. Just eat here!”

“The Nest has become my favorite place to get a maple latte so far in Vermont. Not only is it the most reasonably priced, but the best tasting coffee I’ve found as well. The pastries we’ve tried there have been good. Wish they had full breakfast sandwiches too!”

“From what I could gather, they have a few products.They receive and ship I brought in a load of they call powder.I could be hot cocoa.I don't know, but I had nineteen palettes.And they unloaded me a couple hours early, so very nice people keep the bathroom clean inside and keep the outside.Nice and clean.Also I do not think they have overnight parking here, but there's rest areas on the highways.I was in and out in a couple of hours can't complain”

“went there on 3/25 for my first drink outside the home and the amazing Kasia was bartending, she made me feel right at home and the atmosphere was amazing! danced with a local who also made me feel at home! will for sure come again🤟🏻”

“Firecracker is my absolute favorite take out go to!!”

“I travel 3 hours to visit. Best food!!! ❤❤❤”

“The lack of changing tables in the restrooms is unacceptable. Parents shouldn’t have to choose between taking kids outside or putting them on the floor of a diaper change is needed.”

“great food every time. one of the best places around for good Chinese!”

“great music. looking forward to farmers aid. plenty of parking.”

“We love the Essex and come here every time we travel to VT. The staff are responsive and friendly, the rooms are clean, cozy, and comfy. The one warning we would give is to say that the price that you book for is nowhere near what you get charged for at checkout. There are extra add on charges on the bill that “tax” your imagination. Just be sure to ask up front.”

“I ordered up one of my favorites I get often in a lot of places.
Classic Caesar salad. It was quite impressive for the first 2/3rds of the salad and then the rest had far too much dressing. The last of the salad was soaked, saturated, and yucky. I'll order again but next time will ask for the dressing on the side as the dressing was quite good....just too much.”

“Always heavenly food and the staff is very polite and courteous. Fr. Charlie”

“I love you please never change. I’ve been a regular at the Shelburne location until a few months ago when they kept getting my order wrong. Out of all the Starbucks in chittenden this one takes the cake. If you have a few extra minutes go to this location instead of the Williston location.”

“Food was horrible, 6 empty bins. When we complained they said they were getting ready to close because of weather so they stopped cooking. I asked why we are being charged full price she responded, "You lucky we open" No! you're lucky I paid the bogus bill of 52.00 for lunch for 2. Oh, they now add on 18% gratuity automatically, you have no say about it.”

“My daughter’s favorite restaurant. Food is great, people are great, we love it here.”

“Mom and pop shop. Counter service only. A solid creemee but I always come back for the clam chowder and fried haddock roll.
The clam chowder might be the best in the state. The haddock roll I always add lettuce, tomato and onion to- it’s always cooked perfectly which means it’s a flakey and messy sandwich. The buns always buttered and the produce is always fresh on the sandwich.”

“Best burrito I’ve ever had!!”