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!!“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

“BEST PIZZA SINCE ITALY! On our first time visit to Burlington, we stumbled on Pizzeria Verita. It was fabulous! Literally our tastiest pizza since we’ve been in Italy. We didn’t have reservations so sat at the bar. Fun vibe and great service. You can also watch the crew make the pizzas in a giant wood fired oven. Very entertaining.“

“Excellent food at a great price“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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!!!!“

“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!“

“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“

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

“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.“

“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 and food and atmosphere“

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

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

“Stopped by here on Saturday afternoon 9/12. Very warm place in an out of the way corner of Vermont. Had their Dortmunder which was a very nice example of the style. They seem to focus a lot on lagers. I did not eat anything but the food coming out of the kitchen smelled amazing and a group of four who were at a nearby table definitely seemed to be enjoying what they ordered. Very much worth a stop.“

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

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

“yummy breakfast sandwiches!“

“Good food and beer. Large dinning area“

“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!“

“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.“

“This was our 1st time experiencing this place! We decided to stop for my Birthday. We are traveling from MS, and wanted to enjoy the local food. The wait was a little long, but well worth it for sure! If we are ever back in the area we will definitely stop by again. The food was phenomenal, they staff are very friendly & fast. The atmospheres buzzing but very relaxed.“

“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“

“Always fresh and delicious!“

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

“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.“

“Booked a table and was ready on time.Surpringingly Busy i think for a Wednesday.The waitress was great and you would think i would remember her name.She was very attentive but not over bearing.WE did eat near entrance bit didn't affect our dining experience.Food was delicious but oysters were a bit small but Tasty.That could be the way they come at this time of year.The food was very good and first time there.stayting at best western and Restaurat is like 1 minute walk.Will be back as my wife is a patient UVM.Would laos go by myself has a good atmosphere.Might sit at the car if by meslef.Thanks for the great meal and great service,“

“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!“

“Amazing service! Great food! Highly recommend!“

“Review just for ice cream
Huge portions! The black raspberry was fine but the vanilla was *chef kisses* I asked for a “cat cup” and I got one! My cat was very pleased.

Restaurant review: if you’re a vegetarian I don’t recommend it.“

“We were visiting from CT in search of a quaint place for breakfast. We sat at the bar and enjoyed the spicy bloody Mary's with their house made jalapeño infused tequila. The breakfast food was fantastic. The bacon was crisp, the homefries spicy and filled with the right amount of flavor, and the corned beef hash was a great Irish Breakfast. Our server was fantastic! She offered us several suggestions on places to see while here such as going to Burlington and seeing the lake views with the mountains. What a great find!“

“Really enjoyed Cafe Dim Sum! I’ve eaten at many dim sum restaurants across the country and this definitely ranks amongst the top! We were a little confused when we first came because we looked at the menu beforehand but then learned they rotate their menu regularly! So we changed plans & ordered the green beans (they made this vegetarian for us), scallion noodles, char siu bun, and chicken pork dumplings. For two people this was more than enough & we were happy with every single dish! Thank you Cafe Dim Sum!“

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

“Excellent Italian food! Staff is very friendly“