50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near 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!“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Disappointed. The food was mediocre and a little pricey. Husband and son had the steak burger which was small and not very well seasoned. Wait staff was very nice. Ambiance is pleasant.“

“What a fantastic experience. The staff were fabulous and the food was delicious. Be sure to get their Parker House rolls. The wine menu was extensive and bar staff were helpful with selections. If you are staying at Hotel Vermont, it is right next door. Highly recommend for dinner and drinks.“

“Delicious food in a cozy setting. Definitely recommend it. 🙏“

“The BEST food you will find prepared by the most wonderful people!“

“News Years Eve reservation! super friendly staff, beautiful space and amazing food!! can't wait to try everything on the menu. Seated promptly even for a holiday, loved the industrial look of everything, beautiful view and even though it was super busy everything came out quickly and the tuna poke!!... amazing, highly recommend!!!!“

“We had the mobile pizza oven, antipasti boards, appetizers and dessert served at our wedding this fall.

Sara was professional, responsive and easy to work with. She ensured that all our requests were heard and accounted for. She answered all of our many questions promptly and thoroughly throughout the year leading up to the wedding.

At the wedding, the food was delicious: our gluten free and vegan guests were very happy, and the buffet ran smoothly without any wait for our hungry guests.

Highly recommend for a wedding or any event!“

“Excellent food at a great price“

“Honey Road isn’t just a restaurant, it’s an experience. We didn’t have a reservation, but stopped by as soon as they opened and hit it lucky. The food was amazing, service was incredible, the staff took time to answer our questions and the atmosphere was lovely.“

“WONDERFUL!! We just had a surprise birthday party for our son at BBC. We worked with Ian Greenfield who made everything so easy! They were excellent with their communication and accommodations. I had several last-minute changes, and Ian was gracious with every change. I would not hesitate to hold another event there in the future. Food was excellent, atmosphere (we had 1/2 of the Helios room) was perfect, and Luke (the person assigned to serve us) was so attentive and provided outstanding service.
I just can't say enough about how wonderful everything was. Thank you, BBC, Ian and Luke for making our son's 30th birthday so memorable!! Jen & Paul Seaver“

“This is definitely the BPOE. Best Pizza On Earth. Our server Orson was a real friendly feller. I got the Power to the People Pizza and more than loved it. Eating here was ecstasy. Buffalo sauce drenched chicken jumbled with tomato sauce and blue cheese, and a delicious crust, dipped in zesty ranch. Heavenly.“

“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!“

“Amazing service and food and atmosphere“

“Awesome crust! They always excel!“

“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“

“A-mazing. Some of the best flavors I've had in a long time. deelish“

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

“D-best sushi in town and very friendly staff“

“friendly staff and family, always have a wonderful experience wen I visit.“

“The food, wine, latte, and cannoli were fabulous! Lexi provided exceptional service — her menu suggestions and insights were spot on. We’ll definitely be back!“

“This food is special. We had the samosas, butter chicken, and beef chili momo and everything was perfect. Bright, fresh, flavorful, unique. So glad to have this close to home!“

“We have a friend that is seriously ill and we wanted a very special meal for he and his wife prepared and delivered to their home. The manager and staff arrived at work early to make it happen and would not accept a fee for delivery. They went beyond their duties and provided a marvelous meal for our friends. What beautiful hearts and souls they have. We thank you all so very much for your great meals and service.“

“i took my son to Athens for the first time. The staff was super friendly. The food was delicious. The food came out hot and fairly quick. My son told the waitress he rates it a 5 star. She told the owner. He came out asked if he was Kaleb. He introduced himself and thanked him! We will deffinently be coming back!“

“Ron and his wife are always amazing and Proffasional. I been going here since 2005. My to go place for fish and chips England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 style and of course their huge subs. Love all the staff all amazing and keep up the good work.“

“This review is long overdue. Visited the last week of June. We stopped into Burlington Bay while trying to escape a surprise downpour and I’m glad we did!

We only had a few minutes, so we ordered fries, and WOW… the portion was huge! They were delicious, and the team was friendly. Definitely a great spot to grab lunch if you’re in downtown Burlington.

Would absolutely recommend and would happily stop by again!“

“Five stars. Our family's happy place.
We've been coming here long enough that the staff greet us like neighbors - and that warmth is half the reason we keep coming back. The other half is the food, which is consistently some of the most flavorful cooking in the area.
My personal standout is the Vegan Panang Curry, currently on the menu and absolutely not to be missed. It's rich, deeply spiced, and genuinely one of the best dishes I've had anywhere - not just at a Thai restaurant, but anywhere full stop. The vegetables are vibrant and perfectly cooked, and the sauce has that layered complexity you just don't find everywhere.
One honest heads-up: seating is limited and it's first-come, first-served, so there can be a wait. We've never once regretted staying. Once the food arrives, the wait becomes a distant memory.
If you haven't been, go. If you have, you already know.“

“Amazing service! Great food! Highly recommend!“

“My husband and I tried the Guild the other night to celebrate my birthday and had an incredible meal. We ordered drinks, the Steak Tartare, rolls, the filet minion special, the ribeye and finished it off with orange crème brûlée and the Guild sundae. Everything was perfection, the wait staff were extremely attentive and friendly. I just cannot say enough good things about this experience. Highly recommend.“

“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.“

“The food may not be the best of the best. However, the dining experience is one of the best you're going to get in the state of Vermont. Your staff is always friendly, outgoing and does everything they can to make sure that you get the best experience possible.“

“absolutely the best breakfast I've had in forever!“

“I had an extremely delicious Reuben. It was made fresh and the staff are extremely knowledgeable on veg/vegan. The seitan and cheese were made in-house and you can tell. The seitan was the best texture I’ve ever had it! The salad/hot bar opens around 11/11:30a so I was a little early for it, but I hope to try it while I’m here. Updated from previous review on 2026-09-08“

“Great space with wonderful staff. had breakfast and poached eggs were the best I've ever had.“

“One of my favorite spots to have a beer after any activity. Plenty of seating generally (live music sometimes the exception) and if the day is busy (ie Saturday) plus its nice outside it doesnt hurt to call to make a reservation just in case.

Really great selection of beer and the food is really delicious!“

“The food was AMAZING! I got lox scrambled eggs with a popover and will def go back for the exact same thing!!!“

“Good food and beer. Large dinning area“

“Matt and I have been to Hoagies in Essex a few times as of late and have had the best experience. The servers are amazing, the quality of food is consistent and tasty and we always feel welcome. If you’re wanting quick, yummy eats look no further. Treat yourself to the house Italian dressing. It’s been my favorite since I was a little kid in the 90’s!“

“We came in for an early dinner and were sat immediately! Seems to be more of a take out place.
Top notch mango lassi. Mango and yogurt combination was top tier.
Chicken Korma was less on the sweetness, different than our local place back home, but I actually prefer the one here. Flavor was wonderful and hit all the rights spots.
Tandoori chicken was a huge portion and we ended up taking home leftovers enough to be another meal!
Staff is lovely.“

“I love this place so much. I have been a patriot since it was at its small shop. What I love about it is that the customer service is always wonderfully friendly. it feels like I'm walking into their home to eat their mom's home cooking. I have traveled around and tried pho soup to assess which one is the best. I have gone to Florida Virginia all around the East Coast and hands down their pho soup is the best of the best! I even brought my sister with confidence and she's never tried Vietnamese food before and she had her mind alone. her and her daughter are quite the foodies themselves and they were pleasantly and wonderfully surprised. they said this is the best they ever had!“

“We had bluebird cater our wedding this past Saturday and it was perfect and delicious l!“

“I love this local restaurant! Great burgers and chicken sandwiches. Fries are crispy and tasty. Drinks are always well made by the super friendly bartender. And they also do a great weekend brunch.“

“Bartenders Will and Jayden did a fantastic job. Service was quick and prompt. The food was even better. I don't know what this place is paying them but this place should pay them more. Excellent service. Hip atmosphere job well done 👏 Shane“

“Excellent Italian food! Staff is very friendly“

“I have been going out to eat all of my life; this is the best restaurant I have ever been too. The atmosphere is spectacular, the staff went above and beyond and of course the food was unbelievably splendid. I’m genuinely thinking about moving to Vermont just so I can eat here more often-! What a wonderful time thank you guys! Everyone one is so sweet, thank you for the tea leaves 💕 I’ll be back soon :)“

“One of the best sandwich ever had. Prices are very good. Portions are perfect. Taste amazing. Fresh, lots of stuff inside the bread. Bread is fresh and tasty. Well balanced. It will become my go to when I come back to Vermont. 27$US (including tip, tax and 1 drink) they also have the Mossie drink which is an experience on it own😅“