50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Essex Junction

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

“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.“

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

“Fantastic food and service, could not be more impressed! It isn't the cheapest place around, but for the massive amount of delicious, fresh food you get and the speed with which they process your order it is more than worth it! The wrap I ordered was incredible, and quite literally bursting. It barely closed because it was so full! And it was done within 5 mins of ordering even with the steady stream of online orders being completed as well.

12/10 will get again next time I'm in the area!“

“The food is great. A little pricey. I wish it was more comfortable to stay and eat there. Not a great place to sit down.

Be careful online ordering. It assumes you want tuna unless you unselect it. Picking a different protein does not remove the tuna.“

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

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

“My family has been coming here for years. Both my girls worked here and we have always appreciated the level of consistency that Mimmo's food offers. Always fresh, hot and delicious entrees and salads. Most recently I have been sitting at the bar while I wait for my take out order and have had the lovely privilege of being waited on by Simone's partner. She is a fireball with the best customer service skills I have encountered in Vermont or anywhere! Everything she does is to make the customer feel attended to and she does it with the most energetic and positive effort! Mimmo's never disappoints!“

“I so expected more from a family-owned fish and seafood restaurant in a city like Burlington. The pluses: nice selection of fresh fish and seafood to go. This includes fresh lobsters. A selection of seasonings but most are commonly found. We referenced this as our first visit to the counter but received no orientation info or recommendations from the counter order taker. We settled on fish and onion rings and crab cakes w fries. The onion rings and fish sat in the kitchen window for about 5 minutes. Food was faintly warm. The crab cakes finally appeared. They were warm. The fries were soft and cold. They weren't crowded or busy. Oh, not only must you order at the counter, you'll retrieve your food when your number is called. I don't get it. The pics show food that looks far better than it tasted.“

“This place is a must if you're visiting vermont!! The food is fresh and the tenders are huge. My friend and I tried the reaper and its definitely really spicy so try at your own risk because the spice really just hits you out of nowhere and it lingers for a while. Nonetheless we had a great experience at this location and are excited to go back :) also Charles was super sweet and made our experience with the reaper much better!!“

“Excellent local drinks, with the cucumber feta salad as a standout. The pizza was so good that even my wife, who usually isn’t a pizza fan, couldn’t stop praising it. That’s a big endorsement. Great service and a wonderful vibe all around“

“We had a delightful meal tonight at Bourbon Street restaurant in Burlington, Vermont. Chef Richard is the host, chef and owner. He was a pleasure to meet, the food was delicious and the desserts were fantastic. This is a cozy little Mecca in Burlington. We felt like we were welcomed into Richard’s home. We are happy that we were able to get reservations. The food has various little twists that provided gastronomical delights.“

“Had an amazing afternoon at the tasting room! Both bartenders were incredibly knowledgeable and personable, guiding me through the tasting and helping me choose a few drinks. I ended up leaving with a great selection of Mad River products. If you're a bourbon or rum enthusiast visiting the Burlington area, this spot is a must-visit!“

“Excellent ice cream and amazing service“

“Had a lot of fun here on our honeymoon in 2015. Highly recommend!“

“it's our first time here and won't be our last. We come up from NY every labor day weekend and just found this place. The food was amazing, and that's an understatement. 10 out of 10 sure“

“Great coffee and community“

“Great place for coffee when I was visiting from out of town! yum 😋“

“We recently hosted a rehearsal “meal” with apps in a private room. The food was fabulous and the space allowed everyone to mingle and move around comfortably. My only wish would be that the private room bar would as stocked as a bar….. not just beer and soft drinks. The staff was attentive and thoughtful. We had a great time.“

“Visited Sat 23rd August. For me, this is the best brewery in Burlington. I really enjoyed it. It's residential - so you get to meet locals and regulars rather than people holidaying from New Jersey etc if you go out in the Church street/Lakefront area.
I liked their Hefe, and they have a quirky beer that smells of bacon! There's a pizza place adjoining where you can get good pizza too. RECOMMEND.“

“Great spot, great beers and friendly service. A nice place to enjoy a drink by the lake front in Burlington. We’ll be back next time for sure!“

“Delicious coffee, their specials are always changing. Friendly staff, great atmosphere. I would highly recommend it!“

“Kestrel has awesome coffee and the best staff. Going other places doesn’t compare!“

“Awesome crust! They always excel!“

“The best coffee in Burlington, and maybe the world. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. What a great place with a choice of 3 espressos!“

“We visited August First as a group of four and had such a wonderful experience! Although we had to wait a little while in the queue, it was absolutely worth it once we sat down. The food was fresh, delicious, and full of flavor, and the atmosphere made the wait fade away. We truly loved both the place and the food, it’s definitely worth a visit!“

“I visited this place recently and overall had a good experience. The location is nice, with a beautiful outdoor view that really adds to the atmosphere. Parking is limited though, with only a small space available, including a small bike parking/locking area.

The burger was juicy and very good in taste, but it seemed like it was prepared a bit in a rush. The ingredients were falling out between the buns, giving it a slightly unfinished look. With a little more attention to presentation, it could have been excellent.

The best part, however, is the ice cream – it’s high quality and makes for a perfect treat after the meal.

Overall, the place has potential, and with the good food, ice cream, and great view, it’s definitely worth a visit.“

“Great place for craft beers and a good time.“

“Nice ambianced restaurant located right on a busy street with lots of traffic. Some parking spaces along the street. Staff members very welcoming and friendly. Music was all 60’s music (which I felt right at home). Food was fresh, tasted awesome and price was fair. Highly recommended!“

“The matzoh ball soup tastes like love, and that’s all you need to know.“

“Stopped in for a Sunday lunch after going to the bird museum. Good spinach amlnd artichoke dip, along with the sticky icky chicken nachos. It was wonderful to taste some food with actual spice in it, but the winner was the chocolate maple porter they brew on location. I can't imagine anything they brew or serve being bad and I look foward to going back.

As a side note, the prices were high but that is the world we live in now, and I would much rather pay to eat here than similarly priced establishments l.“

“I didn’t realize I hadn’t gotten my faster than light sample awhile back when I ordered. I received it recently and was surprised! Thank you kestrel team :) Also I’m very excited to try it. It smells so good 🙂“

“Awesome little place with soda mocktails, real alcoholic drinks, and great beer cheese. highly recommend, especially on Sunday for some great karaoke“

“My favorite coffee spot in Burlington ♡ Their coffee is S tier. Love the cozy ambience 🍂🍁“

“Always fresh and delicious!“

“Good food and beer. Large dinning area“

“Kestrel has awesome coffee and the best staff. Going other places doesn’t compare!“

“❤️I’m obsessed with their COLD BREW! I sweeten it with agave...so addicting❤️“

“Waffle is my home away from home! Particularly fond of the weekday vibes. The staff are all stellar, the drinks are delicious and well priced, and the space is warm and welcoming. Check it out!

Update; favorite place to post up and delve into whatever book I'm actively hooked on. Montucky+Montenegro summer baby eskettittt“

“Amazing place to be , we love it“

“🫶 Fantastic place & coffee!“

“Restraunt is in a beautiful historic building , amazing food with a menu that is always adding items. Employees that have been there for years and years getting better at there craft. I can’t think of a better place to eat in the area.“

“kind and accommodating staff willing to give food suggestions to an out of town visitor looking for a tasty but affordable meal after shopping!“

“I ordered two shrimp tacos for $12 amazing a mushroom soup that was outstanding and I bought two more to go. It was amazing the soup was. The mixed drinks were reasonable price a person named Thomas was amazing bartender he was fabulous. I would recommend to go here to eat. It’s very good feeling good atmosphere food.“

“This place REALLY threw me for a loop… walking there I was expecting a quickie bite.. not an amazing dinner meal that even my picky husband enjoyed!

The vibe definitely did not match the level of culinary skills in the food. We got chive pancakes, they were chewy crispy and savory - perfect appetizer!

Two Asahi’s to complement our entrees:
crying tiger fried rice, the sirloin was marinated to PERFECTION! Best I’ve EVER had.
Duck Penang was an entire duck leg in a creamy delicious curry sauce with pineapples and tomatoes. So mouthwatering thinking about it now..

Staff was soooo young but SUPER hospitable and lovely! Luckily we’re not locals otherwise it’d be a weekly meal here for us!“

“Some great cider options including several non-alcoholic options and everything between very dry and sweet. Over a dozen cider styles. Our favorites were the Juicy Hazy and the Unified. The fried cheese curds were exceptional and made from local Vermont cheese.“

“Friendly staff, great food and a cozy atmosphere“

“Two of us stopped in for a late lunch. The place was packed. Hungry customers ranged in age from babies to senior citizens. They offered indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to sit inside, as the day was blazing hot. I ordered the fish tacos, which were delicious. They only had two alcoholic drink options: Corona and their cocktail of the day. This is a very fun and pleasant place to eat. Highly recommended.“

“I'm reading a book called "The Book of Delights," wherein the author extolls quotidian joys. If I had my own book of delights, Kevin's Coffee would be my first entry. Special thanks to Lael, who has a real way with the espresso beans!“

“Went to the 80s vs 90s show I came All the way from NY ! I love the setting and the show was phenomenal!!“