45 Best Cafes near South Burlington

“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 🙂“

“Made a pit stop here on the way back home.
Best choice we made all day. Everything was fresh and Super delicious,as a Hispanic I can verify they have very authentic food, and VERY large portions!! We also got the fresh pressed juices and they were super refreshing,Loved everything.
Service was quick and very friendly, seems Jennifer just wanted to be an ignorant racist because the woman not only spoke Spanish but she also spoke perfectly fine English and was able to communicate with other clients.

10/10 would come back again.“

“Amazing mango lassi and momos. Great customer service!!“

“We go the Essex location weekly! The food is great, love all the variety of bagels they have. The staff is great as well, very friendly and welcoming“

“My local Panera in Oneonta, NY, is wonderful meeting spot for coffee and lunch dates with friends. But the SOUTH BURLINGTON VT location is where my nephew works. He was hit by a truck on Thursday right in front of the cafe, and the first person to comfort him was Robin! She and ALL the staff at that location have done SO MUCH to help us get thru. We are amazed at how well the organization takes care of its staff. We are awestruck by the love. What an amazing group of people!“

“I went there with my gf as a camping trip and a birthday trip. Kerry's awesome, her staff is awesome and the place was filled with games. Food was good too and staff was available for questions and was really kind. I couldn't recommend enough this place if you ever visit Burlington, VT.“

“This is a family friendly place where you can see your existing friends or meet new friends on the spot, which will happen when you are there, it's a truly friendly kind of place. can't be beat. Not to mention, the food is off the charts, and many selections.“

“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“

“Super barista and fantastic baked goods. I just wish they opened earlier as I start work at 8:00.“

“Such a cute place with great coffee and perfect place to work“

“Amazing service and food and atmosphere“

“Amazing!!! Tasty and fresh. And, the people are really nice. Will look forward to going back!“

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

“Always good food and friendly staff“

“I love Specs! They have a creative drink menu with unique offerings and I'm always delighted to try something new there. The combination of coffee and cocktail ingredients is very special and hard to find, but makes finding something you like fun and interesting!“

“my sister and I went to the Garden Of Eatin' when we where in town for the eclipse and it was such a wonderful experience! despite the boom in tourists this location must be a hidden gem because it wasn't crowded at all! it was so nice to get a sandwich and soup and sit in the greenhouse. one of the lovely people who worked there and thought we had kids with us and said they where going to see if we wanted to feed the koi, and despite not being a kid I hopped on that opportunity to feed them and it was so fun! the plants are absolutely well cared for, and the staff are all very friendly! we will absolutely be coming back next time we are in the area!!“

“SUCH a great place! This is the BEST breakfast I have eaten in a long, long time! The food (eggs, hash browns, bacon) were all served piping hot for starters. In the past I have eaten hash browns that were soggy, limp and not even warm. These were crispy, proper temp and seasoned perfectly. Bacon was also cooked to perfection and the texture was just as it should be.. Scrambled eggs were delicious - not under or overcooked. Our almond croissant was flaky and complimented by the delicate almond flavor. Yum! Can't wait to try the maple blonde brownie for dessert tonight. ; )“

“Yesterday was my first time in and the Chicken Curry Salad was a phenomenal! I can’t wait to go back :)“

“Lunch visit today. Best sandwich in a long time. You have to try the Paulie. One sandwich is perfect, not too little, not too much, flavor is truly solid and a perfect mix of flavors.“

“Stopped here for a quick lunch after flying in from Atlanta, ordered beef with rice noodles. Service was quick and pleasant, the portions were large and the food was very good. Very charming atmosphere, would definitely come back next time I'm in town.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Carrier has a nice little corner on the way into Jake's ONE Market in Burlington's North End. The barista was friendly and answered our questions about the various beverages available. I had a single-origin drip coffee that was bright and delicious. My wife had the GOAT, which consisted of espresso, milk, caramel, and some sea salt. Something like this could have easily been too sweet or salty, but instead it was perfectly balanced. I wish I had purchased some of their roasted coffee to take home.“

“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.“

“Great food for breakfast and lunch! Ground Coffee, fresh bagels, bread daily and assortment of drinks“

“They have an excellent gluten free menu. The Latin flavors are authentic and muy delicioso! Well done!“

“Spacious, comfortable, and the chicken salad wrap was great.“

“For a museum cafe, surprisingly good! Came in with low expectations as the café is a ‘grab and go’ style place, but they had a few different options of soups, fruit salads, sandwiches, and snacks! I had the ham and cheese panini which was very good! It’s somewhat pricey, but that’s to be expected from a restaurant at an attraction. The dining area fits the old-style vibe of Shelburne, too. Will be back to the museum soon and will have lunch here again!“

“Excellent sandwiches. Love their bread and cookies.“

“Coffee was excellent! Some of the best I’ve had in awhile. Lovely little atmosphere, I really enjoyed sitting outside watching the commotion in the square. my only complaint was the lack of pastry/food options. unfortunately they only had a couple brownies.“

“great local brew… always hits the spot“

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

“Thank you barrio for staying open during this awfully trying time. Shout out to Martha for always having a smile when she brings us our coffee out. Favorite barista in Burly!!!! Cheers and stay safe 💙 5 stars!!!!!“

“Excellent sandwiches and service every time we go!“

“I’m in town briefly while my dog is having surgery at a specialty center. I wanted to grab a quick breakfast before picking him up to go home. I mistakenly stopped at a different cafe down the road, was greeted by staff not wearing masks and arguing with each other. I paid for my food because I was caught off guard and didn’t eat it. Found Williston Coffee Shop and immediately felt like I was in the right place. Staff was friendly and polite, wearing masks and keeping customers safe. Food was so amazing and fresh, and coffee was awesome! I’m so glad the first place didn’t work out, because my tomato basil egg sandwich was incredible. I know it’s hard right now, but you guys are doing a great job keeping everyone safe with your extra protocols, and it shows. If I come back to town I will come back, and anyone that visits the veterinary practice will get a referral to your coffee shop from me!“

“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😅“

“Absolutely wonderful, from the cheese plate to the dessert. We had the Salade Nicoise and the rare tuna was excellent. The service was top notch and very attentive. We also enjoyed the spot looking out onto Church St. it was very cozy. A wonderful evening.“

“Went to the Winooski location after trying the amazing Sugar Shack at the Burlington Farmers Market. Now we’re here every weekend!! The summer chai is absolutely incredible.“

“Thankfully the Garden Atrium has reopened after a period of challenges including Covid and staffing. It is a welcome respite for both UVMMC staff and visitors. They offer a nice variety of baked goods, bagel and savory items. Staff is friendly and alert to keeping the cases fully stocked. It is a good place to take a break if you are waiting for someone who is a patient or has an appointment.“

“I look for any event they have food at and make sure I attend just for there food!!! 100% amazing food!!! A little pricey but VERY much worth it!!!!!!!!! ❤️“

“Visiting my childhood hometown from out of state and went for lunch with an old friend. The service was quick, kind, and very attentive, and took care with my numerous allergies. The food was good and I came back to try the flourless chocolate cake!
They had lots of food options for those with allergies, I wasn't limited to just a few!

The patio is nice but near a busy intersection. I preferred sitting inside to chat with my friend, but outside alone was fine.“

“We have been coming here since 1986 when it was a tiny spot that let us teenagers sit and drink coffee all day. They are one of Burlington’s oldest and most loved restaurants, known for their early bird Bistro dinner that serves French classics like Beef Bourgignon, Steak Frites and even gluten free Cavatappi Carbonara. Tonight it was snowing hard and the restaurant was still full and the service was terrific. It’s our go-to place for the last 35 years and I’m grateful they are still around.“

“I’ve officially hit my halfway point in my weight loss journey… losing 60 lbs in 6 months. My key to it was not drinking my calories and by sticking to my Panera Diet. Thank you Panera! I want to give a special thank you to the employees at Panera who have given me encouragement along my journey. Eating healthy foods has been key to this goal.“

“Excellent food and pastries, high quality ingredients. Order ahead or time it right because they can get very busy and packed, and rightfully so.“