50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Essex Junction

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

“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.“

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

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

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Once inside you are transported to another place! Super friendly staff, awesome music, and Hot, HOT mouth watering delicious breakfast sandwiches & coffee! 10/10🤩“

“Just stopped in here for a solo lunch and am speechless. The food was beyond outstanding; only outweighed by the cozy atmosphere and friendly service. I had the half-half lunch special with a crisp glass of Pinot Grigio. 10 out of 10 recommend!!“

“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“

“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!!“

“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.“

“Awesome crust! They always excel!“

“Our favorite locale for Thai. We highly recommend the Velvet Curry with chicken. The fresh spring rolls wrapped in rice paper and served with peanut doing sauce are amazing. Service is quick. The atmosphere can get a bit loud when full. Closed on Sundays.

Parking: The dining room closes at 8pm.

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.“

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

“Amazing service and food and atmosphere“

“Great night out with my sons! (11 and 12) The atmosphere is great. We were in the lounge area and just had to walk to the counter to order and everything was brought to our table. They have a bunch of board games to play, and then after dinner we played a little in the game room.“

“If you’re looking for a spot that feels like a warm hug with really good beer, Queen City Brewery is it. Cozy, welcoming, and full of character, this place makes you want to linger—one sip turns into two, and suddenly you’re planning your next visit. The beer is thoughtfully crafted, the vibe is effortlessly friendly, and it feels like a true neighborhood gem in Burlington. Come for the beer, stay for the smiles… and probably another round. 🍺✨“

“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!“

“We went the day after Thanksgiving (I know I’m slow to post) and it was packed. Plenty of take out orders and others waiting for somewhat limited seating. Good sign when a restaurant is packed! It has a good vibe with nice decor and murals. For myself, with food allergies, I was impressed that they were able to accommodate my gluten intolerance and other food issues. I’m quite picky and I loved the food. I had the chicken, sorry I don’t remember the name of it. Staff is all friendly and helpful, and the owner came by personally to make sure we were being well served. We will definitely eat there again and bring our friends with us each time we return to visit the area. Go early or be prepared to wait for seating or take it to go. I had to be a tourist and get a Wise Fool tshirt. Definite A+ from this picky food snob! My son bought so I don’t know what was spent.“

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

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

“Great coffee and community“

“The best clam chowder I have ever had. It was so creamy and had just the right amount of flavor. We have been in New England all week and all I wanted was some clam chowder and it was worth the wait. My husband had the fish tacos and enjoyed them too. I was a little disappointed in the fries. They look fresh cut in the pictures but they didn’t taste like they were.“

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

“Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Sandwich : The tomato soup was comforting and well-balanced, with a smooth texture and good acidity. It paired nicely with the grilled cheese, which was crisp on the outside and adequately melted inside. Overall, this was a satisfying and familiar lunch option.
Cold Sandwich with Tofu : The tofu sandwich was light and fresh, suitable for a plant-based option. The tofu itself could benefit from stronger seasoning or a more flavorful marinade to elevate the overall taste. Adding a contrasting sauce or pickled element may improve depth and balance.

Lunch offerings were simple and wholesome. With slight enhancements to seasoning and flavor complexity—especially for vegetarian items—the menu could feel more distinctive and memorable“

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

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

“Wow! We've been loyal Tiny Thai customers for years, but decided to try Suvi's because it's so much closer. The rice is fluffy, the vegetables are cooked perfectly. Very fresh tasting. Love the yellow curry dish, the stir fried chicken with cashews and pad thai are sooo good. And the spring rolls and crab ragoon are just lightly fried. Deelish. Husband wife team are super nice. New favorite place for take out.“

“Spectacular. So glad they offer flights because it's hard to choose between all the enticing beer offerings. Every one we tried was delicious, And each had a remarkably smooth finish.
The food was also incredible...rich, complex flavors that are intriguing and satisfying.

Above it all was the truly wonderful service. Here's a shout out to Makeda, who's friendly and attentive service made the entire experience so very memorable.

We will be back.“

“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 🙂“

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

“Always fresh and delicious!“

“Everything about our experience was a delight. They were so welcoming and personable. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The food was fresh and delicious. It’s wonderful to see new exciting food choices in Winooski. The owners were so sweet and attentive. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone I want to have a great dining experience“

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

“Overall, a very good Panini. The gentleman greeted me at the door and made my sandwich was very very nice. The only thing that I would say is that there was no salt at the entryway put down on the ice and it is very slick with lots of ice in front of the door.“

“Good food and beer. Large dinning area“

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

“Loved this place! It's nice and quirky. Gone for a casual living room vibe. I went on a Sunday; few people about. Sat and had four beers. Had a great time! (And Follinos pizza is next door-and you can order from there too- is really good!) RECOMMEND.“

“Best cappuccino I’ve had in ages! Seriously, it was absolutely delicious. Best experience - walked in to get breakfast on Black Friday, kitchen was closed but we decided to sit at the bar and have a cappuccino. It was perfection. Such a cool place to sit and chill on a wintry day. Thanks, Happy Place Cafe - I 🩷 you.“

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

“🫶 Fantastic place & coffee!“

“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.“

“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.“