“Wonderful little market and shop right in downtown Winooski. We miss their restaurant from years ago but now they are a cute little market with amazing prepared foods to go and cook at home (their Shepard's Pie is wonderful, and their Tourtiere and Crab Dip are to amazing!), really unique items like their Smoked Char Rillette, and Pate’s, yummy breads, grab & go food items, salads, sandwiches, etc. We had the chance to talk to Logan and he shared their evolution over the years from restaurant to market, and that many of the items in their market are sourced locally from the region. A regular stop for us when we're in the area!“
“Super nice spot to come with friends or family--it has a very chill vibe with lots of vintage video and pinball games (very nostalgic for my parents). When my family went there were even some live performances. The space is big, with both indoor and outdoor seating and, for the outside, there are lit fire pits (which we took full advantage of whilst waiting for our food). Rather than ordering from a server, we were able to place the food orders online and have them brought to the table. The food menu is limited, but is classic American fare--everyone was able to find something they enjoyed. The drink menu is definitely where they shine more. Personally, I was a fan of the hard cider.“
“One of many great Burlington restaurants. They have a series of unique pizzas cooked in a large fire oven. The sausage pizza was a little disappointing - the sausage was made locally and the spice was too timid and this didn’t really help the overall taste of the pizza. Our other pizza was very good. We got a brownie with a scoop of ice cream which was average. Kinda felt like I could have easily made a box of brownies and added a scoop of ice cream and it would have been just as good.Loved the interior.“
“Stopped in Sunday afternoon for a felafelto go. Top notch sandwich, heavenly thin warm lavash rolled up with hint of purple cabbage, gorgeous chickpea balls ( not oily) and yummy sauce on the side. Nice atmosphere, very clean fast service from bartender. Resisted, with difficulty , the Vt maple baklava ! Will be back with friends !“
“Have lived in Burlington for 7 mos now and our first time here was today! Absolutely loved the atmosphere - great jazz music playing, clean and cozy. The staff was incredibly kind and knowledgeable and made killer drinks. All 3 drinks we got were amazing. Can’t wait to go back and try some new ones. They have little snack platters on their menu too! Highly recommend if you’re in the area.“
“The food was great. Highly recommend the Smash Burger or the wings. Loved that they had a range of drinks from great beer to delicious non-alcoholic options.What I am most impressed with is the staff. I could feel the inclusive, people-centric vibe from walking in the door. The entire staff was kind, patient, and so helpful. I’ve never felt so welcomed at a restaurant. Highly recommend Burlington Beer Company for your next outing.“
“This turned out to be a great little place for lunch! I have driven by it many times and mistook it for some kind of an industrial or storage site. I suspect a colorful awning out front would do a lot to make it feel more “restauranty”.There isn’t a huge selection of lunch items and there doesn’t seem to be a way to see which soups are available without talking to someone at the counter, but there’s definitely a lot of ice cream, and the location is certainly convenient for anyone on Commerce st, or the industrial park.“
“Very cool coffeeshop right in front of the Co-op has great coffee and standout pastries - best croissant ? in Burlington so far - still have more to try. The building itself is a yuppie dream warehouse situation.Parking: Parking is tricky to get into because the access road right next to the coffeeshop is one way. Enter through the Howard center and there is another entrance in back.“
“Great place. Came for the trivia the host is funny and very inclusive had a blast, great drinks and appetizer style food. Will definitely be back to check out the live music events they offer !Vegetarian options: Veggie spring rollsKid-friendliness: Its all agesWheelchair accessibility: Yes“
“Stopped in after a day of skiing this past weekend and thoroughly enjoyed their beer. Especially enjoyed New Day, Tropical Illusion, Tru Pils, Proper Mild, and even Winter Warmer. Great variety and laid back atmosphere. Will be back the next time I'm in the area.“
“Easy five stars. I was doubtful that I'd get my money's worth for a $16 bowl but the firecracker bowl put my fears to rest. It was phenomenal, the portion sizes approached excessive (but don't worry-- I managed to eat it all), and everything was fresh and delicious.“
“One of my favorite microbreweries in Vermont. The way I describe this place is like going to Cheers in Boston “where everyone knows your name”! The beers are awesome, the place is comfortable and has a nice ambiance, people are friendly and most importantly they love dogs. Yeah very dog friendly establishment which is cool to see.Denial and Vet are their signature and popular IPAs which are delicious. They have some porters like the WatchDog which is a great beer too. Nice place to stop by to chat, meet other people, play some games and enjoy good beer.“
“Great little brewery to stop by. Plenty of seats and space. Had a pretty good selection of beers on tap. We tried the smoked beer flight. Not really my taste, but they were brewed well. Next time I'm over there, I'll try some of the other beers they have.“
“We enjoyed our beers and liked the space (including the dogs!) but there was a warmth missing from the vibe here. I asked one of the bartenders a question and they literally shrugged without any further response and looked away. I think that captures our experience at Foam. We would go back if in the area, but wouldn’t hurry to if there were other options.“
“My wife and I visit Brio every time we visit Vermont which is as often as possible. This past October we visited before spending a day in Burlington. My wife who is not a big coffee drinker had a Calypso espresso while I a big coffee drinker went with the single origin Ethiopia Shantawene. Fast forward 4 months and I am still dreaming about that single origin espresso. I roast my own coffee at home and drink a ton of espresso and I still have not been able to recreate anything like that experience. Brio is one of the best in the business and I 100% recommend stopping while you are in the Burlington area. I hope some day to be able to pull a shot of my own coffee that can re create that experience over again. Thanks for everything you do!“
“Amazing views and fantastic food. The clam chowder was full of clams and had a wonderful flavor, the lobster roll was amazing and super fresh tasting with a fair amount of lobster for the $30 price tag, and the maple ham wrap was super delicious. Additionally, they have a great little shop with some local products which makes it easy to grab souvenirs for friends and family!“
“Best Cider around!Update for my second visit!Best Cider, best Cider cocktails now anywhere near here last few trips to Burlington! Stopped in for some drinks and a snack.. Pretzel bites are great and definitely try a flight or two! The Dock Side Muke is amazing! Perfect plate to hang out and have a few amazing ciders. Make sure you have room in your car to bring a few cans back with you with some truly unique blends of Cider! Will be back again on our next travels through Burlington!“
“One of the best coffee shops I've ever been too, even after years of living in Brooklyn. They take their time with each order, and you can tell they prioritize making a good quality coffee over mass producing as many coffees as possible. They also have different drinkware when you dine-in, which is a really nice touch as most places still give you the same plastic cup either way. I cannot recommend this place enough.“
“Stopped in for a brew or two during my trip. Had conehead and green state lager. Overall, the beers were decent, not my exact taste preference, but pretty good. The establishment itself seems really cool. There was a little fireplace and a huge projector TV.The only reason for the 4/5 was the bathroom setups. I have no problems with single stall gender neutral bathrooms, which they have 2 of in the beer garden. However, the main restrooms were multi stall gender neutral. Not a fan of that, for women's sake. Too many creeps out there, and the setup was poor.“
“Was so lucky to see a post about Sweet Alchemy on a Vegan FB page and then remembered it was near where we were wandering on Saturday. The whole menu was vegan. Got the Rainbow Bowl and the breakfast bowl. They were both amazing. Great flavor, so filling. Then we got the carrot cake cupcakes for dessert. OMG!!“
“We visited during the 2024 solar eclipse and had an amazing time! The staff was wonderful & welcoming, the food was delicious (we had the pizza and the chicken wings), and the DJ had great musical tastes (house music will always get me on the dance floor)! Looking forward to coming back one day!“
“Visiting from NH and wanted to check out some different breweries and this one was on my must try list. Black Flannel exceeded my expectations with an excellent selection of beer, great atmosphere and fantastic service. It was also a bonus to have the opportunity to learn more about the business. The logo is fun and I have added yet another brewery sweatshirt to my collection! We will definitely be back next trip to VT and look forward to trying more of the beers and the food!“
“My maple latte and rooibos latte were absolutely delicious and very well made. There is very little seating and honestly its kind of cold inside, and the barista was loudly watching TV before and after making the drinks which I didn’t love. Overall, really good place to grab a delicious drink and skedaddle.“
“Came here twice over Indigenous Peoples Day weekend and loved it. Coffee was top notch. Great donuts. They’re practically giving away the breakfast sandwiches, which were awesome. The guy working the counter was really nice and gave good service too. Will definitely go back next time I’m in town.“
“The place to go when you are in Burlington! I tried the "Toad in the Hole" and it was actually EXCELLENT with that apple chutney. Their fries are also fantastic. Nice selection of handcrafted beers as well. Service was friendly and professional.I will definitely return everytime I am in that city, you should too as you won't regret it.“
“Oh my gosh those scones!!! The whole experience at Kru was great, the staff was friendly, the matcha was creamy, and the food options were plentiful! I opted for a spinach and feta scone and a cheddar scone, both were so so good! The staff assumes you’re dining in instead of taking coffee to go which to me really demonstrates the experience and atmosphere they are trying to create. I loved it!“
“Someone said best carnitas this side of the Mississippi and I think they might be right. Was not expecting tacos to be that good. Plus it was a vibe.Got the chorizo, carnitas, and bean tostada. All very solid. I haven't had a ton of Mexican food in Vermont but this exceeded my expectations.“
“All types of travelers from near and farCome to get a drink at Orlando's barOn a lovely patch of grass in a land far awayOnly those who have directions are allowed to drink and stayOn the stage is a man with a flawless reputationHe's the king of the jam drunk on many situationsAnd his friend stage right is a dobro sensationAlmost every single night he gets a standing ovationAll across the land they were selling out showsWith the sickest and the quickest riffs that everybody knowsThey chose their name in no time flatThey decided on Jamflowman McGratAnd as the night goes on and the drinks get strongerThe crowd gets drunk and the band gets louderBut no one seems to mind as they played their favorite songsNow everybody raise your glassIt's time to sing alongIn hopped a creature up to the barWith a big head of dreads and a great big jawHis wings were well hidden and his roots locked up tightHe'd been flying for months with no end in sightHe said "Barkeep now I need to drink my fillGive me sour milk from some big birds bill"And as the night went on he drank and danced and sangOld Frankie was the happiest he'd ever beenAnd in the seat to his left was a mess of a manHaunted by a quest in a foreign landHe was the greatest knight the king had ever seenHe defeated evil Zeus with his brother MeebsHe liked his scotch well aged with some Sour DAnd was known to hit the dance floor occasionallyHe jumped right up and said "I love this song"Then Tibby grabbed Frankie and they sangIn the corner of the bar sits a man drinking teaWith a whole lotta stories of his time as a thiefIn his youth he was king with his friend named DeanThey take your money take your pride and all your precious thingsEventually they made enough to go legitBuying up the corporations that made him sickHe retired at the age of 33And spent the rest of his life doing what he pleasedAt the middle of the room is a man fulla gloom'Cause the ladies did not want to danceNo matter how hard he tried not a girl aliveWould consider his romanceWith a boat made for tugging and a face full of greensOld Cabbage did not stand a chanceBut as he heard a song, a familiar tuneHim and Carter got up and danced across the roomIn the land of Beethoven & Greene(Da-da-da-da-da)There's a bar for the flourishing scene(Da-da-da-da-da)In the midst of the mist unseen(Da-da-da-da-da)All the patrons can Relax and Dream(Daaah)Relax and Dream(Da-da-da-da-da)Open your eyes to see(Da-da-da-da-da)Let the beauty all around(Da-da-da-da-da)Fill your heart up with the sound(Daaah)In the land of Beethoven & Greene(Da-da-da-da-da)There's a bar for the flourishing scene(Da-da-da-da-da)In the midst of the mist unseen(Da-da-da-da-da)All the patrons can Relax and Dream“
“Have been here a few times usually for pizza, but have tried some pasta dishes and appetizers too. Pizza is really good, thinner crust, good sauce ratio. The buffalo chicken pizza is delicious, I never order buffalo chicken pizza and here we get it every time. The service has always been great. Last two times we went we've had the same server who is awesome, and even brought out some pizza dough for my 4yo to play with which it's always helpful to keep kids occupied until food comes. Highly recommend this place, we are from out of town but visit family locally and it's always my son's first pick to come here (and the adults are happy with always coming).Kid-friendliness: High chairs and boosters available. Staff great with kids.“
“Burlington has a lot of cool carts that for the most part, serve real good food. But nothing satisfies all your late night craving like two juicy burgers grilled to perfection with cheese and bacon slapped on top. Seriously, you need to become a regular there to truly enjoy it.“
“We had our first meal here as an engaged couple! Our server did a phenomenal job and made our special evening even more special with how kind she was. In fact everyone in the restaurant was so incredibly kind and helped us celebrate our engagement, which made the entire experience at Shanty on the Shore shine like the diamonds on my fiancée's ring. We had the lobster (lazy man style) with the mac and cheese, clam chowder, and Wild Maine and PEI oysters which were all amazing. The view of Lake Champlain was breathtaking, the food was spectacular, and being able to enjoy the whole experience with my fiancée made this the best experience ever. They also gave us a piece of the key lime pie on the house as a congratulations on our engagement. Honestly, if you are in Burlington and you don't have a meal here, you have done yourself a great disservice. This place is 10/10.“
“Great little local spot for breakfast or lunch. The wait can get a bit long during peak and they don’t take reservations so be prepared for that and allow extra time if that’s when you’re planning to visit. Service is prompt and friendly, the food is tasty (home fries were honestly perfection in my opinion) and the vibe is relaxed and welcoming. Covered outdoor seating is available until it’s too frigid and the big glazed ‘garage doors’ are opened up on nice summer days as well for an al fresco feel. Burlington could use more places like this (RIP Penny Cluse)!“
“If you are looking for fancy atmosphere, you're in the wrong place. If you want a tasty burrito, give The Firebird Cafe a try.This converted service station is a little funky but I loved my burrito. The rest of my party seemed to really enjoy their food as well.“
“Stopped here for the first time yesterday while in the area for a business trip.I don't think I'll ever again be satisfied eating at Chinese restaurants where I'm from after having the amazing food I got yesterday.It was so fresh, I waited about 10 minutes to eat my food and it was still hot. The teriyaki chicken was nothing like I've experienced at my local restaurants. It was so juicy and there was SAUCE?!? I wanna know where the sauce is over my way because they're always served dry where I'm from... looking like chicken jerky lolThe young lady who took my order was so sweet and kind.Whenever I wind up over that way again, this will be my #1 spot to go for lunch or dinner.All in all it was a pleasant experience for my first time in the area, and I will be going back the next time I'm in VT.Thank you so much for the delicious food ❤️“
“I was immediately greeted like family. This was a day of travel with a backpack waiting for my flight & I was given a cute private space to relax & enjoy. The food & Local Maple Porter were delicious. You can feel the love in this environment!♡“
“Not sure why this place doesn't have better reviews. I've been coming here for almost 3 years as it's always a reliable spot to scratch that sushi and miso soup itch. Great local spot with reasonable prices and good food. The folks working have always been kind and respectful.“
“my home away from home, my grundle away from grundle. Golly gee I love this place. I can only express my love through art so a las I wrote this haiku for you, grundle:Where the meat is moist,Where I come to feast and love,Oh grundle, my love.“
“The place was pretty packed when we walked in but they seated us promptly. Had the Big Texas burger and it came out super fast. The Burger was absolutely delicious! The price for the meal was extremely reasonable and I will definitely be back.Oh and I was very impressed by the fact they had Gluten Free buns which wasn't advertised anywhere.Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free“
“I was surprised by the variety of their menu and very happy with the food I ordered! We had the rosemary chevre dip, halloumi kebabs and Thai peanut chicken tacos. Everything was delicious, and the local beer selection was excellent. Friendly service from Kevin at the bar, too! Looking forward to my next visit.“
“Awesome ambiance, ample seating (and window seating!), and some of the cheapest finds in the area! Amazing food and SO excited to say their impossible burger is just as good as a beef burger good variety of beers and loved the loaded tots! #orderatthebar“