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Sherpa Kitchen
Visitors slide into booths for classic Himalayan momos, curries, thali platters and stews, best enjoyed with a mango lassi. Sunday is brunch only.
Burlington
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Michael's on the Hill
Elegant, ever-changing plates such as vegetable gnocchi and poached Maine lobster make the most of New England ingredients and the chef-owner's European roots.
Waterbury Center
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Costello's Market
Get the full Italian treatment with imported meats, homemade mozzarella, fresh fish delivered daily and an excellent wine selection. At lunch, pick up a sandwich on a housemade roll; at dinner, pork and pappardelle.
Middlebury
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Thai House Restaurant
The popular shopping-center restaurant cooks all of the Bangkok favorites, from tom kha soup and pad Thai to drunken noodles and coconut curries. The crispy honey duck is a house specialty.
St. Albans
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Worthy Burger
Burgers of all kinds are flame-kissed on a wood-fired grill — top 'em with bacon, cheese or kimchi. Locals love the crispy beef-tallow fries, while hopheads trek from afar for the 18 craft beers on draft. Lunch Thursday through Sunday.
South Royalton
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Great Harvest Bread Co.
The South End bakery uses whole-grain flour stone-milled on-site in nearly all of its handcrafted breads and goodies. Enjoy them with a draft, drip or espresso-based coffee from La Colombe.
Burlington
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Farmers & Foragers Dockside
Chef-owners Solomon Bayer-Pacht and Lauren Johnson spin organic local meats and produce into fanciful fare such as a Vermont cheesesteak, lobster rolls, and perch tacos at a seasonal location dockside at the Burlington Harbor Marina.
Burlington
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The Scale
Options are endless when diners build their own poke bowls. Choose from ingredients such as raw tuna, salmon, zucchini noodles, beets, mangoes and edamame.
Williston
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Trattoria Delia
An inviting setting and authentic, expertly prepared Italian cuisine distinguish this longtime Burlington destination. Fresh, handmade pastas and an award-winning wine list have kept "the Tratt" buzzing for more than 25 years.
Burlington
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Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen
Twenty-eight draft beers complement next-level pub grub, including barbecue-braised pork shank and swordfish tacos. Check out the creative burgers and mac-and-cheese dishes.
Barre
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Hen of the Wood (Waterbury)
Upscale dining now relocated from its original home in a rustic former grist mill to a sleek new modern space. Creative use of local ingredients has earned the restaurant several James Beard Award nominations. Temporarily closed.
Waterbury
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North Hero House Inn & Restaurant
The recently renovated inn dining room boasts lake views and a classic menu from shrimp cocktail to grilled rib-eye steak with some contemporary touches. Open spring through October.
North Hero
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American Flatbread Waitsfield Hearth
There's usually a line to dine at the original American Flatbread, but these wood-fired pizzas are worth the wait. The idyllic setting underscores the kitchen's emphasis on homegrown and organic ingredients.
Waitsfield
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Papa Nick's Restaurant & Pizza
Chicken gyros share a menu with thick-crust pizzas and roast turkey sandwiches at Hinesburg's Greek-Italian-American restaurant.
Hinesburg
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The Very Small Donut Company
You've heard of dinner and a movie, why not doughnuts and a movie? Big Picture Theater & Café is home to this tiny doughnut company, whose maple-glazed treats are available Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning.
Waitsfield
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Barnard General Store
Inside a historic general store, diners stock up on local products and sit down at the 1950s ice cream counter for made-to-order breakfasts and deli-style lunches.
Barnard
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The Colonial Café
Area farms supply many of the ingredients at this bucolic breakfast spot located on a 40-acre resort. Try the Eggs Mansfield.
Stowe
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The Daily Planet
Since 1982, the Planet has carved out a hip space for food, local art and bar banter. New chef-owner Neil Solis took the reins in early 2020, promising to continue the restaurant's rich history.
Burlington
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Folino's (Shelburne)
Top a blistery wood-fired crust with prosciutto, basil and mozzarella. The pies taste even better with BYO beers from Fiddlehead Brewing next door.
Shelburne
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Kismayo Kitchen
The multicultural menu features Somali food such as coconut chicken stew and beef samosas as well as Philly cheesesteaks.
Burlington
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Lago Trattoria & Catering
For swanky eats with views of Lake Memphremagog, head to this award-winning restaurant. Dishes include grilled flatbreads, tuna carpaccio and pasta carbonara.
Newport
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Peasant
Chef Chris Alberti's intimate restaurant serves "humble" Italian and French fare, including braised meats and pasta plates. Sit at the bar with a glass of wine from a well-curated list.
Waitsfield
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PK Coffee (Waterbury)
Get your coffee with a side of conversation at a neighborhood hangout also offering tea, baked goods and a small menu of sit-down plates.
Waterbury
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Red Panda
The menu here spans the Himalayas, with authentic spices and a healthy focus. Dishes include Nepalese momo, biryani, traditional thali and a wide variety of curries.
Burlington
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Rustic Roots
Everything at the intimate chef-owned eatery is made from scratch — go for a baked caramel-apple pancake and home fries with hollandaise. Breakfast and lunch all day; limited weekend dinners.
Shelburne
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Sandy's Books & Bakery
Part bookstore, part bakery, this locavore café makes bagels, croissants, soup and spanakopita in-house. Thirsty? There's espresso and wine by the glass. No dinner on Sunday.
Rochester
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St. Paul Street Gastrogrub
Vermont brews flow from eight draft lines at this tiny neighborhood pub. Pair a pint with wings, Parmesan truffle fries and a game of Connect Four.
Burlington
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Vermont Bagel Co.
Load up a New York-style round with house-whipped specialty cream cheese, bacon and eggs, or Boar's Head meats. The housemade soups are comfort in a bowl.
Colchester
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The Wobbly Barn Steakhouse
Add soup, salad and the bread bar to any entrée for just $10 more at Killington's lively après-ski barn. Open daily during ski season and on the weekend when it's warm.
Killington
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Harrison's Restaurant & Bar
In a stylish subterranean dining room, visitors fill up on fresh seafood, premium steaks and handcrafted salads. When it's warm, people-watch from the porch.
Stowe
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Espresso Bueno
Single-origin coffees and handcrafted breakfast sandwiches rule at this comfy bakery and café. At evening open-mic, comedy and music events, you can get a small plate, local beer or craft cocktail. Sunday brunch.
Barre
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Piecasso Family Pizzeria
Watch as the chefs spin New York-style pies in an open kitchen. The long-standing pizza, pasta and salad restaurant also boasts frequent live music.
Stowe
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American Flatbread Burlington Hearth
Flatbreads topped with local, organic ingredients bake before your eyes in a wood-fired oven. Zero Gravity Craft Brewery house ales are on draft. Weekend brunch.
Burlington
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Asiana House
Locals have voted the sushi here the best in Vermont for seven years straight, but the noodle soups and Korean rice bowls also boast a loyal following.
Burlington
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Feldman's Bagels
The sign out front offers punny bagel missives such as "Poppy don't preach" and "Just dough it." Inside, pair a sandwich with homemade matzo ball soup.
Burlington
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Waterworks Food + Drink
Window seats are in high demand at this former textile mill overlooking the Winooski River. Pair seafood mac and cheese with an inspired cocktail. Sunday brunch.
Winooski
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Black Sheep Bistro
Starters are $10 across the board, and the $25 entrées range from mushroom "meatloaf" to Thai broiled haddock. Enjoy patio dining in summer.
Vergennes
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Shelburne Farms Inn
In a 19th-century mansion, brunchers take in stunning Lake Champlain views with mimosas and fresh eggs, followed by a tour of the garden. Dinner features veggies, meats and cheeses grown on the farm. Open May through October. Note: Early summer 2022 dining available only to in-house guests. Check website for updates.
Shelburne
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Guild Tavern
Roaring fireplaces and candlelight set the stage for premium steaks, tavern fare and fresh North Atlantic seafood. For special events, reserve the private dining room.
South Burlington
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Blue Paddle Bistro
Near the shores of Keeler Bay, executive chef Phoebe Bright devises award-winning plates such as coffee-crusted pork tenderloin and crab ravioli.
South Hero
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