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  1. Drink

    You've heard of wines by the glass? Well, this mod place with an adjoining wine shop also offers them by the ounce, all the better for teaching your palate a lesson, while an armada of inventive mojitos will sink those in search of stiffer treatment. Small plates of New England delicacies (like scallops wrapped in bacon, and mini crab cakes) complement the drinks admirably.

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  2. Nectar's

    Indie darlings Phish got their jump-start here, and the joint still rocks out with the help of aspiring acts. Grab a vinyl booth or chill at the bar and, if you feel you're hearing the next big thing, jump on the bandwagon.

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  3. Red Square

    With a stylish Soho-like ambience, this is where Vermonters in the know go to sip martini or wine, munch on good bar food (including sandwiches) and listen to Burlington's best roadhouse music.

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  4. Ri-Ra The Irish Pub

    Want authenticity? This Irish pub was restored in Ireland, dismantled and shipped to the US. Order a pint of what is arguably the state's best Guinness or a dram of uisce beatha (Irish whiskey). Check out folk music on Wednesday and Sunday, a DJ on Friday and bands on Saturday night.

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  5. Three Needs

    Whatever your needs, this small, college hangout doles out award-winning suds from its microbrewery. The crowd gravitates toward the pool table in the back, which can get pretty raucous on weekends.

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  7. Vermont Pub & Brewery

    This large pub's specialty and seasonal brews are made on the premises. Try the Burly Irish Ale, the highly popular Dogbite Bitter and Mick's Smoked Stout. There's plenty of British pub fare - cock-a-leekie pie or fish 'n' chips - to accompany the pints.

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