Must-see restaurants in Vermont

  • Hen of the Wood

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    Arguably the finest dining in Northern Vermont, this chef-driven restaurant, set in a historic grist mill in Waterbury, gets rave reviews for its…

  • Von Trapp Bierhall

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    This grand post-and-beam structure with 30ft cathedral ceilings and views of mountains, meadows and birches has become an instant Stowe classic since its…

  • Café Provence

    Vermont

    While the focus is on Provençal and French specialties such as moules marinière and bouillabaisse-inspired seafood stew, this elegant bistro also serves…

  • Penny Cluse Cafe

    Burlington

    This ever-popular downtown eatery serves pancakes, biscuits and gravy, omelets and tofu scrambles, along with sandwiches, tacos, salads and delightful…

  • Simon Pearce Restaurant

    Vermont

    Few views in Vermont compare with those from the window tables overlooking spectacular Ottauquechee Falls in Simon Pearce's dining room, suspended over…

  • American Flatbread

    Vermont

    In a cavernous marble-block building with a bustling bar and blazing fire that keeps things cozy in winter, this is one of Middlebury's most beloved…

  • Sandy's Books & Bakery

    Vermont

    A popular local hangout, this Rochester cafe and bookstore serves homemade everything – granola, scones, bagels, whole-wheat bread – along with mean…

  • Warren Store

    Vermont

    This atmospheric country store serves the area's best sandwiches along with delicious pastries and breakfasts. In summer, linger over coffee and the New…

  • Revolution Kitchen

    Burlington

    Vegetarian fine dining? And romantic atmosphere to boot? Yep, they all come together at this cozy brick-walled restaurant that makes creative use of…

  • City Market

    Burlington

    If there's a food co-op heaven, it must look something like this. Burlington's gourmet natural-foods grocery (recently expanded to a second location in…

  • American Flatbread

    Vermont

    For two decades, this valley mainstay on pretty Lareau Farm has been baking delicious thin-crust pizza in the wood-fired oven, topped with fresh-from-the…

  • Pangaea

    Southern Vermont

    Whether you opt for the casual lounge, the riverside terrace or the more upscale dining room, you can expect exceptional food at this cozy North…

  • TJ Buckley's

    Southern Vermont

    Chef-owner Michael Fuller founded this exceptional, upscale little eatery in an authentic 1925 Worcester dining car more than 30 years ago. Ever since, he…

  • Red Hen

    Northern Vermont

    One of Vermont's finest bakeries, Red Hen is well worth the 6-mile trek west of Montpelier – and a perfect breakfast stop if you're headed toward Stowe,…

  • Mangalitsa

    Vermont

    Launched in late 2017 to universal acclaim, this sweet, chef-owned bistro is a welcome addition to Woodstock's dining scene. The ever-changing menu of…

  • Skunk Hollow Tavern

    Vermont

    Few Vermont eateries are as atmospheric as this tiny 200-year-old crossroads tavern 8 miles south of Woodstock, with worn wooden floors that ooze history…

  • Folly

    Southern Vermont

    Book ahead for this fabulous little bistro, which only opens three nights a week. The inspired menu changes weekly, drawing on a diversity of ingredients…

  • Moonwink

    Southern Vermont

    Nothing fancy here, but Moonwink – opened in 2018 by Burmese-born chef May Stannard and her Vermonter husband Wes – makes some of the best authentic Asian…

  • American Flatbread

    Burlington

    Central location, great beers on tap from the in-house Zero Gravity microbrewery and superb flatbread (thin-crust pizza) are reason enough to visit this…

  • Three Penny Taproom

    Northern Vermont

    Pouring two dozen microbrews from Vermont and beyond, this pub is a perennial late-night favorite. It's also popular for its pub grub: grilled cheese and…

  • Skinny Pancake

    Burlington

    What started as a humble Church St food cart is now a Burlington institution, serving its delicious crepes at multiple locations, including this main…

  • Gryphon

    Burlington

    Housed in a beautifully refurbished former hotel with high coffered ceilings, leather couches and antique lighting running the length of the bar, this…

  • Liquid Art Coffeehouse

    Vermont

    Much more than a coffeehouse, Liquid Art serves everything from delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches to dinners of mussels, lasagna, roasted garlic…

  • Hen of the Wood

    Burlington

    An offshoot of Waterbury's legendary Hen of the Wood restaurant, this high-end dining mecca and its acclaimed chef Jordan Ware have repeatedly won 'Best…

  • Shy Guy Gelato

    Burlington

    After a stint in Italy rediscovering his Italian heritage – and authentic gelato-making techniques – Vermonter Paul Sansone returned to Burlington to…

  • Hardwick St Cafe

    Northern Vermont

    At Greensboro's brand-new Highland Center for the Arts, this bright, high-ceilinged cafe takes advantage of its proximity to some of Vermont's finest…

  • Bistro at Ten Acres

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    This immensely popular eatery in a plank-floored 1820s farmhouse blends cozy atmosphere with delicious food from New York–trained chef Gary Jacobson …

  • Middlebury Bagel & Deli

    Vermont

    Since 1979, the Rubright family has been showing up at 4am daily to bake some of New England's finest doughnuts and bagels. Skiers on their way to the…

  • Blue Benn Diner

    Southern Vermont

    This classic 1950s-era diner serves breakfast all day and a healthy mix of American, Asian and Mexican fare, including vegetarian options. Enhancing the…

  • Mon Vert Cafe

    Vermont

    Pop into this cheerful two-level cafe for croissants, scones, egg sandwiches and maple lattes in the morning, or settle in on the front patio for salads…

  • Doc Ponds

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    Casual fare, from tacos to burgers to mac ‘n’ cheese and milkshakes, dominates the menu at this popular spot near the heart of Stowe village. Walls…

  • Whetstone Station

    Southern Vermont

    This place is beloved for its dozen-plus craft brews on tap and excellent pub fare, but the real showstopper is its outstanding roof deck Bier Garten,…

  • ArtsRiot Food Trucks

    Burlington

    Burlingtonians kick off their summer weekends with snacks and drinks at this stellar Friday-evening gathering of food trucks, held in the parking lot…

  • Michael's on the Hill

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    A 10-minute drive south of Stowe, this is one of the area's standout eateries. A seasonally changing menu built on locally sourced ingredients is served…

  • Marigold Kitchen

    Southern Vermont

    This homegrown neighborhood pizzeria in North Bennington makes the best pizzas in town, with your choice of stone-ground wheat-flour or gluten-free crusts…

  • Leunig's Bistro

    Burlington

    'Live well, laugh often and love much' advises the sign over the bar at this stylish and convivial Parisian-style brasserie with an elegant, tin-ceilinged…

  • Rustic Roots

    Burlington

    Rustic wood decor, cheery burgundy walls and warm service make this Shelburne's favorite brunch spot, perfect for a break between stints at nearby…

  • McCarthy's

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    Stowe's favorite breakfast place welcomes early birds with a host of breakfast options: steak and eggs, build-your-own scrambles and a wide range of…

  • ¡Duino! (Duende)

    Burlington

    This funky round-the-world street-food-inspired spot has everything from Salvadoran pupusas (corn tortillas filled with cheese, beans, meat or vegetables)…

  • Pizzeria Verita

    Burlington

    For heaven on a thin crust, try the authentic Neapolitan pizzas at this modernly rustic trattoria with wine casks for bar tables. Favorites include quatro…