Northern Vermont Restaurants
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1. Hen of the Wood
$$$ | |Ask Vermont's great chefs where they go for a tremendous meal, and Hen of the Wood inevitably tops the list, thanks to its sophisticated, almost artful, dishes that showcase an abundance of local produce, meat, and cheese. The utterly romantic candlelit setting is riveting: a converted 1835 gristmill beside a waterfall.
92 Stowe St., Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, USA802-244–7300Known For
- Special occasions and dates
- Outstanding cooking
- Wine and cocktail list
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential -
2. Hen of the Wood Burlington
$$$ | |The Burlington branch of Hen of the Wood offers a slicker, more urban vibe than its original Waterbury location but serves the same inventive yet down-to-earth cuisine that sets diners' hearts aflutter and tongues wagging. Indeed, many consider this the best restaurant in Vermont, so drop your finger anywhere on the menu and you won't go wrong.
55 Cherry St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-540–0534Known For
- Mushroom toast
- Dollar oysters every night 4--5 pm
- Perfect date night spot
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
3. Honey Road
$$$$ | |This Church Street restaurant has garnered multiple James Beard Foundation nominations, launching it into a golden age under the helm of co-owners Allison Gibson and chef Cara Chigazola Tobin. Serving arguably the best dinner in Burlington, high expectations are satisfied thanks to creative takes on eastern Mediterranean cuisine, including a selection of sensational mezes. Desserts from notable pastry chef Amanda Wildermuth are worth saving room for, particularly the popular tahini ice-cream sundae.
156 Church St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-497–2145Known For
- Daily Honey Time happy hour with $1 chicken wings
- Muhammara (hot pepper) dip with house-made pita
- The cutting edge of local cuisine
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4. Prohibition Pig
$ | |This restaurant and brewery in downtown Waterbury is always packed for a reason: fabulous craft beers, sandwiches, salads, and North Carolina--style barbecue served in an airy and friendly bar and dining room. If you just want a quick bite and a draft, belly up to the tasting-room bar at the brewery in the back, or pop across the street to the Craft Beer Cellar, one of the state's best beer stores.
23 S. Main St., Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, USA802-244–4120Known For
- Duck-fat fries
- "craft" mac and cheese
- One of the state's best draft lists and liquor collections
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. -
5. Red Hen Baking Co.
$ | |If you're a devotee of artisanal bakeries, it'd be a mistake not to trek the 7-plus miles from Montpelier (15 from Stowe) to have lunch, pick up freshly baked bread, or sample a sweet treat at what many consider Vermont's best bakery. Red Hen supplies bread to some of the state's premier restaurants, including Hen of the Wood, and has varied offerings every day.
961 U.S. 2, Middlesex, Vermont, 05602, USA802-223–5200Known For
- Breads and pastries
- Local hangout
- Soups and sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations not accepted -
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6. Three Penny Taproom
$ | |This celebrated taproom remains one of the state's best, thanks in large part to its ability to acquire beers few others in the region can. The vibe feels straight out of an artsy neighborhood in Brussels, but with the earthiness of Vermont.
108 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-223–8277Known For
- Darn good burger
- Top happy-hour hangout in town
- Premier Vermont and hard-to-get brews
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7. Wilaiwan's Kitchen
$ | |In 2012, co-owners Wilaiwan Phonjan-Azarian and Timothy Azarian traded their locally adored street cart for a brick-and-mortar location offering some of the best Thai food in the state, if not on the East Coast. Most of the menu reflects the Laotian influence of Phonjan-Azarian's upbringing in northeast Thailand, and Vermont ingredients from eggs to chiles inspire dishes that change weekly.
34 State St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-613–3587Known For
- Weekly changing menus featuring local ingredients
- Noodle specials, like khao soy and gwit diow, with homemade chili pastes
- Sunny interiors covered with artwork
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
8. 3 Squares Cafe
$ | |Along with breakfast scrambles, challah french toast, homemade pastries, and lunchtime burgers made with local grassfed beef, 3 Squares is known for that warm-and-fuzzy feeling running through the vintage-style dining room. Bright sunlight, fresh flowers, and a friendly atmosphere compliment Vermont-sourced cooking that has been a Vergennes cornerstone for more than 10 years.
141 Main St., Vergennes, Vermont, 05491, USA802-877–2772Known For
- Grassfed burgers
- Breakfast plates like local eggs and French toast
- Charming neighborhood atmosphere
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9. A Single Pebble
$$ | |"Gather, discover, and connect” is the slogan and theme at this intimate Chinese restaurant on the first floor of a residential row house. Traditional Cantonese- and Sichuan-style dishes are served family style, and the "mock eel" was given two chopsticks up on the Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate.
133 Bank St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-865–5200Known For
- Many vegetarian options
- Fire-blistered green beans wok-tossed with flecks of pork
- Chef's tasting menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations essential -
10. American Flatbread Burlington
$$ | |Seating is first-come, first-served at this popular pizza spot, and the wood-fired clay dome ovens pump out delicious and amusingly named pies like "Dancing Heart" (garlic oil, Italian grana padano cheese, toasted sesame seeds) and "Power to the People" (chicken, buffalo sauce, carrots, mozzarella, and blue cheese dressing) in full view of the tables. Fresh salads topped with locally made cheese are also popular.
115 St. Paul St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-861–2999Known For
- Beers brewed on-site
- Spacious outdoor seating area
- Many ingredients sourced from farm 2 miles away
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Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted -
11. Bar Antidote and Hired Hand Brewing Co.
$$ | |Since Bar Antidote opened as an underground restaurant-meets-speakeasy in 2009, chef and brewer Ian Huizenga has been serving up inventive, globally inspired farm-to-table cuisine influenced by his upbringing on his family's farm in Monkton, Vermont. Upstairs at Huizenga's brewpub Hired Hand, hyperlocal beers are brewed with Vermont-grown hops, malt, and foraged seasonal goods like Full Belly Farm strawberries.
35 Green St., Vergennes, Vermont, 05491, USA802-877–2555Known For
- Hyperlocal craft beers
- Speakeasy-style cocktails
- Global farm-to-table fare
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
12. Blue Paddle Bistro
$$ | |This cozy, white clapboard house with an indicative blue awning has been a community staple for 17 years. Co-owner Mandy Hotchkiss and chef-owner Phoebe Bright share a decades-spanning friendship; today, their ongoing collaboration manifests in the bistro's seasonal menu and hand-written, daily changing nightly specials inspired by farm-sourced ingredients.
316 U.S. Rte. 2, South Hero, Vermont, 05486, USA802-372–4814Known For
- Sunday brunch
- Crab cakes with mango chutney
- Plenty of Vermont-grown vegetables
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13. Bohemian Bakery
$ | |The original Bohemian Bakery began in 2010 as a Sunday-only pop-up in the home of co-owners Annie Bakst and Robert Hunt; it quickly became a weekly haunt for expertly made French pastries. The couple now roasts coffee beans in small batches and fills daily orders of rotating favorites, like buttery kougin-amman and croissants, custard-filled Danishes, and tall slices of cornmeal cake in their shop.
83 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, USA802-461–8119Known For
- Seasonal tarts with fresh fruit and pastry cream
- Croissants of all kinds
- Coffee roasted in-house
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
14. Burger Barn
$ | |Local grass-fed burgers and handcut fries are the name of the game at this bright-green food truck. Try one of Burger Barn's more inventive offshoots, like the Nutty Goat: goat cheese, maple crushed walnuts, caramelized onions, bacon and mayo.
4968 Rte. 15, Jeffersonville, Vermont, 05464, USA802-730–3441Known For
- Grass-fed burgers
- Food truck atmosphere and outside dining
- Cash only
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15. Burlington Bay Market & Cafe
$ | |This may be a local hub for grabbing a quick sandwich or a case of beer, but its true fame stands with its seasonal creemee window. During the warmer months, lines snake around the corner for the café's beloved soft serve, particularly the house specialty: twisted black raspberry and maple ice cream in a cone, extra sprinkles. A large back patio has sweeping waterfront views, making it one of the nicest spots in town to watch the sunset.
125 Battery St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-864–0110Known For
- Maple and black raspberry creemees
- Grocery staples and necessities
- Sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs
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16. Burlington Beer Company
$$ | |For craft beer and inventive pub food, head to this spacious taproom in a historic factory building where the world-renowned Lumière brothers produced films in the early 1900s. Pair your pint of Strawberry Whale Cake (strawberry cream ale) or Vaulted Blue (IPA with notes of candied citrus peel and ripe peaches) with smoked trout dip and loaded birria fries, or opt for hearty sandwiches such as shaved steak or the mushroom Philly.
180 Flynn Ave., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-863--2337Known For
- Seasonal and classic craft beers
- Pub food and apps to split
- Lively, spacious atmosphere filled with natural light
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17. Cork
$$ | |Pursuing a mission that "the best wines are grown, not made," this natural wine bar meticulously curates an inventory of organic, biodynamic, no-additive, unfiltered, and wild-fermented vintages, either for sale in the small retail section in the front, or complementing upscale bistro dishes and boards in the classy dining room.
35 School St., Stowe, Vermont, 05672, USA802-760–6143Known For
- Mostly old-world wines, with some local labels
- Lots of charcuterie and shareable appetizers
- In the heart of Stowe village
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. -
18. Dedalus Wine Shop, Market & Wine Bar
$$ | |The upscale wine shop stocks expertly selected sustainable wines from small producers around the world alongside cheeses and other picnic and pantry provisions. In the wine bar, shared plates are seasonal and inspired by wine bar menus in Spain and France, from jamón serrano and boquerones to endive with cultured cream, goat cheese and spiced walnuts.
388 Pine St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-865--2368Known For
- Weekly free wine tastings and regular wine classes
- Elegant marble bar
- Expert staff quick to offer pairing ideas
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19. Doc Ponds
$$ | |A gastropub from the folks behind the Hen of the Wood restaurant, this place has one of the best beer lists in the state. The food is excellent and the ski-lodge vibe is perfect for lunch or dinner, families or romantic two-top or solo bar seats. It's also one of the best spots in town for drinks.
294 Mountain Rd., Stowe, Vermont, 05672, USA802-760–6066Known For
- Lengthy local beer list
- Pub fare with Vermont ingredients
- Log cabin atmosphere with après-ski coziness
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20. Farmhouse Tap and Grill
$$ | |The line out the door on a typical weekend night should tell you a lot about the local esteem for this farm-to-table restaurant. Serving only local beef, cheese, and produce in a classy but laid-back style, Farmhouse Tap and Grill provides one of the finest meals in the area.
160 Bank St., Burlington, Vermont, 05401, USA802-859–0888Known For
- Local cheese and charcuterie plates
- Downstairs taproom or the outdoor beer garden
- Raw bar
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