Southern Vermont Restaurants

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  • 1. Green Mountain Sugar House

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    This red-roofed sugarhouse on the edge of Lake Rescue has one of the best maple creemees in the state of Vermont. Locals Ann and Doug Rose have owned the sugaring house since 1985, and almost four decades later continue to uphold their destination-worthy reputation for award-winning maple syrup. Grab a jug of rich amber syrup to bring home, or try it spun into on-site treats like fudge and soft-serve ice cream.

    820 Rte. 100 N, Ludlow, Vermont, USA
    800-643–9338

    Known For

    • Vermont maple creemees
    • Award-winning maple syrup
    • Maple brittle and fudge
  • 2. The Downtown Grocery

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    There's a cozy romance to this oasis of seasonal and local cooking, with its corner seats, tea lights, intimate bar, and chalkboard menu. It was the area's first farm-to-table restaurant when co-owners Abby and Rogan Lechthaler opened doors in 2010, and it has continued to be a mainstay thanks to excellent hospitality, warm-spirited creativity, and nightly-changing specials. The interesting wine list and cocktail menu are among the best in the state.

    41 Depot St., Ludlow, Vermont, 05149, USA
    802-228–7566

    Known For

    • Seasonal cocktails
    • Small-producer-focused wine list
    • Schedule changes month-to-month with limited seating

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.-Thurs. and Sunday
  • 3. Willoughby's Depot Eatery

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    Home of the World Famous Mrs. Murphy's Donuts, this beloved shop turns out fresh doughnuts daily from its small, white-clapboard storefront. Old-fashioned doughnuts come hot from the fryer in the wee hours of the morning, so arrive early for the best selection of flavors like cinnamon, maple cream, and cakey cider doughnuts loaded with warming spices.

    374 Depot St., Manchester, Vermont, 05255, USA
    802-362–1874

    Known For

    • Cinnamon raised
    • Cider cake
    • Sugar-dusted crullers
  • 4. Arlington Dairy Bar

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    The big red barn with a sprawling lawn and walk-up ice cream window is a quintessential summer snack shack. It's where paper boats holding cheeseburgers, loaded hot dogs, and lobster rolls make way for soft-serve sundaes, stacked ice-cream cones, and root beer floats.

    3158 Rte. 7A, Arlington, Vermont, 05250, USA
    802-375–2546

    Known For

    • Nostalgic snack bar atmosphere
    • Ice-cream cones and sundaes
    • Cheeseburgers and hot dogs
  • 5. La Casita Taqueria y Mas

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    Hidden away in the back of a parking lot behind The Anchor, La Casita is a favorite haunt for Mexican fare, including homemade bottled hot sauces, shatteringly crisp flautas, and loaded burritos. The drink menu is no slouch either, with a variety of local beers and seasonal margaritas on hand to wash down platters of tacos and sizzling fajitas.

    14 S. Main St., Wilmington, Vermont, 05363, USA
    802-464–8500

    Known For

    • Sizzling fajita platters
    • Warm, friendly atmosphere
    • Cooked-to-order carne asada
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  • 6. Mojo Cafe

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    In 2014, Jodi and John Seward opened this funky, casual watering hole fusing Mexican and Cajun cooking. Tacos, burritos, bowls, and po' boys frequently feature Vermont meats and produce, while craft beers and specialty cocktails continue to highlight the state's bounty in local beer and spirits.

    106 Main St., Ludlow, Vermont, 05149, USA
    802-228–6656

    Known For

    • Limited seating and no reservations
    • Alligator and andouille gumbo
    • Funky burritos like the "Betty," with tequila-citrus tofu and avocado sauce

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