chiTTENDEN couNTy « bakeries
On the Rise Bakery 39 Esplanade, Richmond, 434-7787 n Meals: B, Bru, L, D; beer & wine n gluten-free opts., outdoor seating, vegan-friendly n dance floor, live music n enjoy coffee drinks, smoothies, and traditional, vegan or gluten-free sweets at this popular bakery. sunday brunch. $
Quality Bake Shop 91 Pearl St., Essex Junction, 878-3798 n Meals: B, L n cash/check only n This small-counter diner and full-service bakery is famous for its burgers, sandwiches and inexpensive baked goods. cookies start at 64¢. $
Simply Divine Café 426 industrial Ave., #155, White cap Business Park, Williston, 497-0336 n closed: Sat., Sun.; Meals: B, Bru, L n delivery, gluten-free opts., outdoor seating, vegan-friendly n This café offers gourmet sandwiches, soups and daily specials. baked goods and savory quiches are also popular. $
AVERAGE ENTRéE $ $12 and under $$ $13 to $18 $$$ $19 to $25 $$$$ $26 to $32 $$$$$ $33 and up
MEALS B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner Bru Brunch LN Late Night
Superb Cupcakes
Hornet’s Nest
5 Taft corners Shopping center, Williston, 871-5941 n closed: Mon; veggie-friendly n stop into this bakery for filled, regular and mini cupcakes, made from local ingredients. $
12 Railroad Ave., Essex Junction, 363-6938 n Meals: L, D, LN; full bar n outdoor seating n tv n This neighborhood meeting place caters to essex sports fans. lunch tuesday to sunday. $
West Meadow Farm Bakery
Mule Bar
34 Park St., Essex Junction, 878-1646 n closed: Sun; Meals: B n gluten-free opts., veggie-friendly n celiac sufferers swing by for glutenfree goodies: Think maple-walnut scones and pumpkin-chocolate-chip muffins. celebrating something? call for a cake. $
Bars, PuBs & CluBs Bars/Lounges B. U. Emporium 164 Porters Point Rd., colchester, 658-4292 n Meals: L, D, LN; full bar n tv n sliders are a specialty at this family-owned bar. $
38 Main St., Winooski, 399-2020 n Meals: L, D; full bar n gluten-free opts., outdoor seating, veggie-friendly n inside this popular hangout, you can wash down seasonal pub dishes with an eclectic array of thoughtfully sourced brews. $$
Murray’s Tavern 4 Lincoln Pl., Essex Junction, 878-4901 n full bar n tv n This classic irish pub features occasional entertainment. $
oak45 45 Main St., Winooski, 448-3740 n Meal: LN; full bar n inside this sleek, candlelit wine bar on the Winooski rotary, at least 15 wines are available by the glass. sip them alongside plates of local cheese. $
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nightcLuBs Backstage Pub 60 Pearl St., Essex Junction, 8785494 n Meal: D; full bar n outdoor seating n dance floor, karaoke, live music, tv n local bands liven up this homey bar. The dinner menu features wings, burgers, prime rib and steaks. $
Higher Ground 1214 Williston Rd., South Burlington, 652-0777 n Meal: D; full bar n veggiefriendly n dance floor, live music n The region’s premier live-music venue showcases local and national musical acts. Pub fare available until 11 p.m. whenever there’s a show. $
The Monkey House 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563 n full bar n outdoor seating n dance floor, live music, tv n This music venue features an eclectic blend of acts most nights of the week, as well as 22 rotating local, national and international craft draughts.
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