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McKee's Island Pub & Pizza
Bring the kids for pub nachos or mozzarella sticks. Menu items such as the top-selling Keeler Bay chicken-cordon-bleu grinder nod to local landmarks and families.
South Hero
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Chicken Charlie's Rotisserie, Grill & BBQ
At the quick-service poultry house, rotisserie chicken, barbecue ribs and steak meet dozens of sauces. Diners also sup on homemade tenders, sandwiches, and macaroni and cheese.
South Burlington
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Halvorson's
Burgers, beers and summertime jazz hit all the right notes at Church Street's long-standing bistro. Enjoy the lively patio when weather allows.
Burlington
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Mister Up's Restaurant
Dig into cheddar waffle fries at the bar — or a warm Thai peanut wrap on the porch overlooking Otter Creek. The taps feature some of the cheapest local drafts around. Sunday brunch.
Middlebury
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River House Restaurant
The menu changes regularly at this inn overlooking the Little River — rotating dishes include beer-battered haddock and penne Bolognese. Weekend murder-mystery dinners make for a memorable date.
Stowe
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Zachary's Pizza (South Burlington)
Locally owned and operated, the pizzeria puts out specialty pies with toppings inspired by Philly cheesesteaks and Mexican tacos. Check out the arcade games at the family center.
South Burlington
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Bayside Pavilion
Customers hit up the laid-back steakhouse for views of St. Albans Bay, and sandwiches, seafood specials, pasta dishes and flank steak.
St. Albans
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JP's Pub
Karaoke fans take the dive-bar stage four nights a week. Video games, pool and foosball tables offer additional entertainment.
Burlington
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Moe's Southwest Grill (South Burlington)
Stuff a "Home Wrecker" burrito with meat or organic tofu, rice and beans, and an array of Mexican condiments. This family-friendly spot offers a kids' menu and salads, too.
South Burlington
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The Skinny Pancake (Burlington)
Steps from Waterfront Park, crêpes are griddled before customers' eyes — get 'em sweet or savory, depending on your mood. Sammies, munchies and burgers are also on the menu. Sunday brunch.
Burlington
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Healthy Living Market & Café
Since 1986, the market has been serving up locally sourced meats and produce. With fresh baked sweets, a hot buffet and a salad bar, the café has become a popular meeting spot.
South Burlington
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Pho Dang Vietnamese Café (Winooski)
Takeout and sit-down customers at this Winooski noodle shop slurp up soup and stir-fried beef. The classic pho tai comes with a plate of flavorful mix-ins.
Winooski
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China Express
This takeout joint on busy Route 7 turns out generous portions of fried dumplings, General Tso's chicken and other Chinese American standards.
Burlington
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Ken's Pizza and Pub
Established in 1973, the Church Street Marketplace's longest-running restaurant serves up New York-style pizzas and pub fare at easygoing prices. Visit Captain Tom's Tiki Bar in the summer.
Burlington
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Chef Leu's House
For decades, this sushi bar and cocktail lounge has filled a niche for pan-Asian eats such as Mongolian lamb and sesame beef.
Shelburne
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Fu Da Chinese
Downtown's quick-service Chinese counter boasts unbeatable hours: It's open 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. or later almost every day. Dig into the Dragon Phoenix Delight, with Sichuan shrimp and General Tso’s chicken.
Burlington
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Esox
Barflies, punks and hipsters spar over Red Sox and Yankees games at this sports bar. Also on tap: 11 beers, light snacks and video games.
Burlington
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Birdseye Diner
Malts, burgers and other timeless fare meet contemporary cuisine in a restored 1940s Silk City dining car. Show up weekdays between 7 and 9 a.m. for the $2.99 breakfast special.
Castleton
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Leonardo's (South Burlington)
The menu is creative at Chittenden County's award-winning pizza-delivery spot. Try the new Beyond Belief pie — featuring the vegan Beyond Burger, honey barbecue sauce and gorgonzola cheese — on white, organic wheat or gluten-free crust.
South Burlington
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Zachary's Pizza & Bar (Colchester)
Locally owned and operated, the pizzeria puts out specialty pies with toppings inspired by Philly cheesesteaks and Mexican tacos.
Colchester
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Brewster River Pub & Brewery
Kick back with a pint of house-brewed beer and a BBQ Addiction burger with pulled pork, brisket and bacon. There are always St. Louis-style ribs straight from the smoker.
Jeffersonville
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City Sports Grille
Players at the Spare Time bowling alley refuel from a menu of burgers, quesadillas and tacos. Open 'til midnight or later most days.
Colchester
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The Hungry Bear Pub & Grill
Find friendly, "Cheers"-style service and local beers on draft in cozy surroundings. Hungry as a bear? Burgers, wraps and home-style entrées hit the spot.
Bradford
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Old Dock House Restaurant and Marina
Just steps from the Charlotte-Essex ferry, this lakeside dive offers unfussy pub fare with free docking for guests arriving by boat. Open Memorial Day through Columbus Day.
Essex
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Olde Northender Pub
Owner Bob Beauvais describes his neighborhood watering hole as "the best damn make-you-feel-at-home bar." It's the place to go for cold beer and warm conversation.
Burlington
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Panera Bread (South Burlington)
The bakery and sandwich shop offers its menu for curbside pickup and delivery.
South Burlington
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Pine Cone Snack Bar
Get a burger and poutine by the Canadian border, then stay for a free round of mini golf. For dessert: a creemee, sundae or banana split. Open early April through Labor Day.
Richford
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Positive Pie (Hardwick)
Traditional and specialty toppings for these handmade pizzas are sourced from area farms. At the bar, find 18 beers on tap and imaginative cocktails. End your meal with limoncello cheesecake.
Hardwick
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Shooters Saloon
Between the jukebox and live Friday night entertainment, Shooters is the place to dance in St. Albans. Check out the game on one of three big-screen TVs.
St. Albans
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Smokin' Bowls
Just off the interstate, Sarah DiBernardo and Ryan James provide gourmet-style meals to go. Winter soups such as Cheech & Chong's Chili can be yours in less than two minutes.
Rockingham
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Still Smok'n VT
Fill a plate with smoked ribs, brisket, chicken and an array of sides at this rolling smoke pit.
Essex Junction
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M-Sàigòn Bánh Mì & Boba Café
The bubble tea here has a devoted local following — and the Vietnamese bánh mì include chicken, beef, pork and tofu. Expected to reopen spring 2022.
Burlington
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China Star Chinese Restaurant (Montpelier)
Get your chow fun for sit-down or takeout. Dinner is served until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Montpelier
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Ahli Baba's Kabob Shop
College students and patrons headed to the neighboring Flynn theater pop in for quick-service gyros, falafel and other Middle Eastern eats.
Burlington
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Buffalo Wild Wings
The wing's the thing! Choose from 22 sauces and 24 draft beers at this locally owned outpost. Lunch available weekdays.
Burlington
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China Express 2
More than 200 popular Chinese dishes can quell any craving for noodles or dumplings. House specialties include crispy sesame chicken and tangerine beef.
Burlington
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Warner's Snack Bar
The snack bar's original owners have been grilling up old-time faves since 1966: burgers, chili-cheese fries and seafood platters, just to name a few. Open mid-March through mid-November.
St. Albans
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Angkor Wat
Dishes such as Khmer curry soup, drunken noodles and lemongrass chicken are informed by Vietnamese and Thai flavors, as well as the chef-owner's native Cambodian palate. All are made with local meats.
Woodstock
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Men at Wok
Watch chefs working in the open kitchen as they assemble your chicken teriyaki or seafood "fantasia" with garlic sauce.
Williston
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Akes' Place
What's on tap at the self-described "rock-and-roll sports bar"? Pints, pool, darts and plenty of sports on big-screen TVs. Home to the first pour of Switchback Ale, all the way back in 2002.
Burlington
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