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Relaxation begins with a warm, sage foot bath and includes moisturizing treatment for the legs, feet, arms and hands. 75 min $95

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erhaps it’s the confluence of Vermont’s rich agricultural tradition and its culinary-school grads. Or the state’s burgeoning “localvore” movement with its dedication to Green Mountain growers. Vermont has become a Mecca for organic farmers, vintners, artisan bakers, cheese makers and specialty-food producers.

Aspiring chefs, too, settle here, drawn by the availability of fresh ingredients. Their cozy cafés are tucked into old Victorian houses, former feed stores and the occasional tack shop all across the state.

These unique eateries aren’t just satisfying the home crowd.

Increasingly, the rest of the world is discovering Vermont’s good taste — and we’re not just talking Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. In its June 2007 issue, Food & Wine magazine features Burlington in a story about small American cities with great food. Among eating aficionados, the state is firmly planted on the culinary map.

Navigating that map can be challenging, though, particularly if you’re trying to locate the Ruthcliffe Lodge on charming, far-flung Isle La Motte, or Stowe’s Cliff House, which can only be reached by gondola.

7 Nights — in print, online and now through your cellphone — puts Vermont’s fabulous foodscape at your fingertips.

This year’s print magazine is the biggest ever, with detailed information about cuisine, pricing, alcohol options, nightlife — even whether a bar or restaurant has wireless Internet. The web version, which can be found at sevendaysvt.com, has even more to offer: a fully searchable and constantly updated database; locater maps and downloadable coupons; and a place to post your own comment about the meal. Your feedback contributes to the restaurant’s overall rating.

The 7 Nights home page also leads you to food feature stories in Seven Days and gives you a taste of the paper’s new blog, “Omnivore,” an enticing mix of food news, recipes, chef gossip, book reviews and memorable meals.

Looking for a quick bite after the show? All you need is a web-ready cellphone to find bars and restaurants at 7dvt.com. Food is just a phone call away.

Whichever way you like it — classic, virtual or telephonic — 7 Nights supplies you with edible intel you won’t find anywhere else.

Your Vermont eating adventures will be the better for it. Dig in.

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BURLINGTON on a roll The bustling corner of South Winooski and Pearl looks like prime restaurant real estate. But it’s a tough spot. A tapas bar faded away, and before that a string of pizza and sandwich places came and went. All of which makes it even more noteworthy that Asiana House, a hip, hot resto for college students and professionals, has been successfully serving up super-fresh sushi and sashimi for three years.

Asiana’s popularity may have something to do with the fish that’s delivered daily. Or perhaps it’s the huge, user-friendly menu, which caters to meat eaters and vegetarians alike. Standout starters include the mussels, which are served in a paper pot filled with simmering liquid, and a fan of very rare beef “tataki” slices served in ponzu sauce with pickled cabbage. Meatless options include crispy fried tofu, veggie tempura and vegan samosa with spicy dipping sauce.

Fish aficionados can find a list of the freshest offerings on the restaurant’s white board. Any of them would make a fantastic sashimi appetizer, but o-toro, the fattiest and most luscious cut from the belly of a tuna, is a must-order when available. Ready to splurge? Try the sushi and sashimi boat — for one or two people — that docks at your table with a cargo of meltin-your-mouth sashimi, nigiri sushi, maki and a martini glass full of sweet-and-sour octopus.

House-special rolls, with crowd-pleasing names like “Red Sox maki” and “Champ maki,” feature inventive combos. “Kiss the Dragon” blends soft-shell crab, mango and avocado. The “Black Dragon” is spicy tuna, tempura crumb, cucumber and eel.

The specials are presented on large, white plates drizzled with multicolored sauce squiggles and decorated with colorful tobiko.

If you have a taste for more traditional maki, there are 24 to choose from.

With delicious food and a steady clientele, Asiana House appears to have reversed the curse of a bad corner.

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Asiana House 191 Pearl Street, Burlington, 651-0818

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China Express

China Express 30 North Street, Burlington, 862-8008 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Serving all the popular Chinese dishes in the heart of the Old North End. Choose from over 200, or create-your-own vegetarian tofu concoction.

Eat in or take out. $

Fu Da Chinese Restaurant

American Adrianas 25 Church Street, Burlington, 658-1323, www.adrianasvt.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover. Familyowned and operated, this two-story restaurant overlooks Church Street. Chef-owner Ty Formel describes the cuisine as “new American on a French foundation.” Adrianas hosts a variety of live musicians and offers relaxed dining in an elegant atmosphere. $$$

Breakwater Café King Street Dock, Burlington, 658-6276, www.ferries.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

Nightly live entertainment and a close-up view of Lake Champlain add to this seasonal eatery’s appeal from June to September. Dock your boat free of charge while you dig into al fresco pub food. $

Halvorson’s Upstreet Café 16 Church Street, Burlington, 658-0278 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, tv, no cover. Have a burger outside on Church Street, inside, or on the back patio of this pub-style café. Live music on Thursdays. $$

Quatorze See “Café-Bistro”

Rusty Scuffer 148 Church Street, Burlington, 864-9451 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, bar service, catering. This family-owned restaurant has been dishing out steaks, chicken and burgers for 32 years. Owner Eileen Fontaine recommends the lobster. $$

Smokejacks See “Eclectic”

Tilley’s Café See “Seafood”

Asian A Single Pebble 133 Bank Street, Burlington, 865-5200, www.asinglepebble.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This authentic Chinese restaurant cooks up a mean mock eel and encourages sharing numerous dishes in traditional banquet style. $$$

4Asiana House 191 Pearl Street, Burlington, 651-0818, www.asianahouse.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. At this fusion-style Japanese restaurant, the fish options are plentiful. The vegetarian maki and sushi bar are especially popular. $$$

187 Pearl Street, Burlington, 864-3883 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. The restaurant formerly known as No. 1 Chinese has moved a few doors down. You can’t beat the hours — it’s open every night until late.

Vegetarians can create their own veggie combos. No lunch on Sunday. $

Pacific Rim 111 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 6513000 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Tastes of Asia spice up this petite café. How about some ginger lemonade and Korean shrimp cakes? $$

Parima Restaurant 185 Pearl Street, Burlington, 864-7917, www.parimathai.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Serving authentic, traditional Thai cuisine for over 12 years, Parima draws crowds of diners and music lovers alike. The “Acoustic Lounge Culture Cafe” is a recent addition. Favorite dishes include salmon choo chee, pineapple cashew stir-fry and all your favorite Thai curries. $$$

Sakura Bana Japanese Restaurant 2 Church Street, Burlington, 863-1988 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This authentic Japanese sushi and sashimi spot keeps ‘em coming for its ocean-fresh fish. The “tatami” room has a “no shoes” policy. $$$

Bangkok Bistro 144 Church Street, Burlington, 951-5888 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Try the happy boat or shrimp green curry at this authentic Thai restaurant and martini bar. $$$

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295 Shelburne Road, Burlington, 865-2155 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Located across from the old Panda Inn, this take-out style restaurant sells a lot of fried dumplings and General Tso’s chicken. $

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Bakery Dough Boy’s Bakery & Coffee Shop See “Diner”

Great Harvest Bread Co. 382 Pine Street, Burlington, 660-2733 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. Choose from breakfast pastries and eight varieties of bread made with fresh-milled whole-grain flour. Lunch options include a daily soup and panini. $

Mirabelles 198 Main Street, Burlington, 658-3074, www.mirabellescafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. Daily lunch specials and homemade pastries characterize this Burlington bakery-café. Try the French toast or egg-andcheese sandwich for breakfast. $

Panadero 203 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 863-8278 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. Carbs are king at this neighborhood bakery that turns out breads, pastries, muffins and scones — and, for lunch, savory, stuffed croissants. $

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1/2 Lounge 136 1/2 Church Street, Burlington, 865-0012, www.myspace.com/ onehalflounge n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, no cover, late-night food. Local singer-songwriters play once or twice a week at this cozy, upscale club. Downstairs, the cave-like cellar has been transformed into a private, intimate lounge. Try the Spanish-style tapas, made with local ingredients. $$

Akes’ Place 134 Church Street, Burlington, 864-8111, www.akesplace.com n Open 7 Days.

Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, tv, no cover, late-night food. This bar’s got all the staples — plus dart leagues and six major sports packages on the 42” HD plasma TVs.

See “Italian”

Drink 135 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 860-9463, www.wineworks.net n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover, late-night food.

This classy, full-service bar specializes in creative drinks of all kinds. Try the house infused vodkas: one’s flavored with tea; another with Jolly Rancher candy.

There’s also a light-fare menu. Live piano and jazz ensembles play on occasion.

Esox 194 Main Street, Burlington, 862-7314 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. Catch all the Red Sox and Yankees action at this sports bar — it’s got the “baseball package.” There are 10 beers on draft and plenty of video games.

Finnigan’s Pub 205 College Street, Burlington, 864-8209 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. This friendly, frillfree sports bar has an Irish accent. Occasional table service. Check out the sports packages for baseball, football, hockey and basketball on 10 TVs.

JP’s Pub 139 Main Street, Burlington, 658-6389 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. Karaoke is Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; Thursdays feature live bands and DJs. Also offering foosball, pool and video games.

Olde Northender Pub 23 North Street, Burlington, 864-9888 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. Owner Bob Beauvais describes this neighborhood watering hole as “the best damn make-you-feel-at-home bar.”

The Other Place 4 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 863-5803 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover, late-night food. The front wall of this friendly neighborhood bar opens up completely in the summer — it’s a garage door. Grab a hotdog and a beer without breaking the bank.

Rí Rá Irish Pub See “Pub Food”

The Three Needs 207 College Street, Burlington, 658-0889 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. Stop in for some serious pool and “The Simpsons” twice a day at this bar and brewery. Open from 4 p.m. until 2:30 in the morning. You’ll hear an eclectic mix of the bartender’s favorite tunes.

What Ales You 152 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 862-1364 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: table service. Nightlife: TV, no cover.

This popular college hangout features drink specials Sunday to Wednesday. $2 drafts on Thursday. Great sound system with a good mix of music.

Barbecue Big Fatty’s BBQ 55 Main Street, Burlington, 864-5513, www.maplestreetcatering.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover, late-night food. At this self-described “in your face” BBQ joint, the slogan is, “put some South in your mouth.” It’s the only place in Vermont that lets you eat from an honestto-goodness pig trough. Check out the Texas brisket, cooked for over 24 hours, and the “biblical portions” of pulled pork. All sauces and rubs are homemade. $

Nectar’s 188 Main Street, Burlington, 6584771, www.liveatnectars.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, pool, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. The birthplace of Phish, this Burlington landmark hosts local, regional and national music acts of all genres. Culinary specialties include house-smoked local meats and world-famous gravy fries. $

cafe/bistro The Café at Myers 377 Pine Street, Burlington, 863-5013 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, catering. Burlington’s sole source of Montréal-style bagels is also a café: Paul Bonelli makes muffins, cookies, scones and, of course, circular sandwiches.

The place opens at 4:30 a.m. Try a hot pastrami or barbecued seitan sandwich and a bowl of homemade soup. $

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T. Rugg’s Tavern 149 Elmwood Avenue, Burlington, 658-0456 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, pool, darts, TV, no cover. Imagine a downscale “Cheers” with darts, pool and a jukebox. You can smoke, too, on the deck out back.

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169 Church Street, Burlington, 651-9660 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This mostly Thai restaurant also has several Vietnamese options and uses some organic vegetables and free-range meats. Many dishes can be made vegan. $$

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Global Markets Café, Grill & Grocery 325 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 863-9460, www.globalmarketsburlington. com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover, late-night food. This authentic Middle Eastern café — in a converted bus barn — offers authentic falafel, Halal meats, Mediterranean groceries and killer Philly cheese steaks. Now open all night on Friday and Saturday. Closes at midnight the rest of the week. $

Leunig’s Bistro 115 Church Street, Burlington, 863-3759, www.leunigsbistro.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. The owners boast that they’ve got “the panache of Paris and the value of Vermont.” Good location, too. Live music Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights and a weekend brunch. $$$

Magnolia Bistro 1 Lawson Lane, Suite 10, Burlington, 846-7446 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This bright, cozy bistro offers “breakfast and lunch with a twist” — non-traditional takes on traditional food. The eco-friendly owners focus on fair-trade, local and sustainable products. Go for the oatmeal pancakes, garbanzo burgers and steak sandwiches. $

Mirabelles See “Bakery”

Oak Street Café at the Wyndham 60 Battery Street, Burlington, 658-6500, www.wyndhamburlington.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Inside the Wyndham Hotel, this casual café-eatery serves breakfast and lunch and dinner until 10 p.m. $$

169 Cherry Street, Burlington, 651-8834, www.pennycluse.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. The long lines are a testament to the popularity of this breakfast-and-lunch place. Try the Zydeco breakfast — two eggs any style, black beans, corn muffins and andouille sausage. $

Quatorze 30 Main Street, Burlington, 862-4930 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. You can park for free on Main Street when you visit this warm, homey restaurant. Sit at the oak-topped bar or a banquette in the dining room. Select from French, Italian and American dishes such as lamb, grilled strip steaks and seafood pasta with clams, mussels and shrimp. $$

River’s Edge Coffee Shop & Grill 471 Riverside Avenue, Burlington, 660-0400 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards.

This restaurant brings in a regular following of workers, taxi drivers and seniors. Offering three meals a day, from doughnuts to dinner. $

The Skinny Pancake 60 Lake Street, Burlington, 540-0188, www.skinnypancake.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows. At this crêperie, you can get yours with a sweet or savory filling.

Try the “lovemaker,” which combines strawberries and Nutella. Also offering salads, soups, fondue and an espresso bar. The owners are committed localvores and opt for eco-friendly products whenever possible. $

Splash at the Boathouse Bottom of College Street, Burlington Waterfront, 658-2244 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This floating eatery offers spectacular views of Lake Champlain and coconut mango crabcakes with sweet chili crème fraîche. Their slogan is “serving marvelous food, drinks and sunsets.” ATM available. Open from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. $$

Cajun-Caribbean Auggie’s Island Grill 213 College Street, Burlington, 865-2800, www.auggiesislandgrill.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Owner Adam Spell says this funky Caribbean restaurant makes you “feel like you’re on vacation.” West Indian spices and fresh tropical fruits give the cuisine flavor and flair. He recommends the mahi-mahi with homemade mango chutney. $$

Caribbean Buffet 12 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 865-4514 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, catering.

Owner Patrick Brown presides over islandinspired dishes like sweet candied yams, rice and beans, jerk chicken and Jamaican meat or vegetable turnovers. $

Coffee/Tea Dobrá Tea 80 Church Street, entrance on Bank Street, Burlington, 951-2424, www.dobratea. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access.

Enjoy over 60 varieties of international looseleaf tea — served according to tradition — in this bohemian tearoom. Seasonal outdoor hookahs add to the atmosphere. $

Muddy Waters 184 Main Street, Burlington, 658-0466 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. This funky coffee house strives for a “rich aesthetic atmosphere that encourages community and interaction,” says co-owner Mark MacKillop.

There’s also the 10 different coffee roasts, specialty drinks, all-fruit smoothies and baked goods. $

Radio Bean Coffeehouse See “Nightclub”

Speeder & Earl’s: Church Street 104 Church Street, Burlington, 860-6630 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: none. Services: take-out. The “clockwork orange” — a specialty mocha with orange zest and almonds — is a big seller at this squeezed-in downtown java joint. Also offering muffins and pastries from Mirabelles. $

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61 Main Street, Burlington, 859-3467 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, sometimes cover. This old-world café, which is also an Eastern European market, serves Bosnian baked goods, panini and Turkish coffee until 9 p.m. weekdays and midnight on weekends. $

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412 Pine Street, Burlington, 658-6016, www.speederandearls.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. As many as 700 caffeinedependent patrons pass through this coffee shop every day. The beans are roasted in-house, and can also be bought in bulk. $

Uncommon Grounds 42 Church Street, Burlington, 865-6227 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, wi-fi access. The in-house roaster, speedy service and outdoor café set this coffeehouse apart — not to mention the selection of organic and exotic teas, chai lattes made from scratch, and various baked goods to sweeten the sipping. $

Viva Espresso 197 North Winooski, Burlington, 660-8482, vivaespresso.blogspot.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, takeout, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering.

Move over, Starbucks. This coffeeshop is all-Vermont, down to the organic whipped cream. Local breads, pastries and daily sandwiches, too. Even the to-go cups are eco-friendly. “They self-destruct in three months,” says co-owner Heather Bauman. $

Deli/Sandwich Bagel Café & Deli 1127 North Avenue #29, Burlington, 660-9693 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. The New North End’s local bagel bakery is also a great place to hang out. $

Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery 93 Church Street, Burlington, 860-1995, www.brueggers.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This downtown eatery offers quick coffee, soups and sandwiches on bagels baked fresh all day. Also serving wraps and ciabattas. You can use your college cards here, too. $

Burlington Bay Market & Café 125 Battery Street, Burlington, 864-0110 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. This waterfront deli offers gourmet salads, deli sandwiches, a seasonal creemee stand and views of Lake Champlain — all the time. Fresh seafood sandwiches include lobster rolls and a crab-cake creation. $

400 Pine Street, Burlington, 863-3968, www.cheeseoutlet.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. Housed in an old brush factory, this market and café specializes in gourmet groceries, cheeses, wine, deli items and take-out. A full-service bakery turns out a variety of confections. $

Cobblestone Deli and Café 152 Battery Street, Burlington, 865-3354, www.cobblestonevt.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This specialty sandwich shop has the only dog-parking area in town. Drop in for a sandwich, salad or to sample the baked goods. Also featuring local microbrews and wines. $

Four Corners of the Earth 310 Pine Street, Burlington, 657-3869 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, catering. Owner Ladislav Pancisin draws inspiration from all over the globe to invent unique sandwiches. Try the Jamaican avocado, the Cuban pork or Japanese tuna. $

Kountry Kart Deli 155 Main Street, Burlington, 864-4408 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering, late-night food. In the mood for a wee-hours Philly cheese steak?

This famous Queen City deli is open until 3 a.m., all year round. Early birds can stop by at 7 a.m. for the “morning riser” or “rise and shiner” breakfast sandwiches, which are also served all day. $

Outer Space

208 Flynn Avenue, Burlington, 999-5324 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: dance floor, karaoke, no cover. Outer Space is located inside the Flynndog gallery. Serving soups, grilled sandwiches, half moons, baked goods and much more. All made fresh daily. $

Red Onion 140 1/2 Church Street, Burlington, 865-2563 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. Home of the legendary Red Onion Sandwich, a combo of turkey, bacon, Granny Smith apples, red onions, sundried tomato mayo and smoked Gruyère. Try it on homemade honey oat bread. $

Rooney’s Café & Deli See “Italian”

Top of the Block Sandwich Shoppe 2 Church Street, Burlington, 660-0667 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, catering. The proprietors roast their own lunch meats at this to-go lunch spot; the pastries, muffins, cookies, soups and wintertime hot dishes are also homemade. $

Vermont Sandwich Company Inc. 2 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 9511652 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, catering.

This local sandwich company comes up with some interesting combos. Try the popular “Patriot,” with turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. $

Viva Espresso See “Coffee/Tea”

Diner Dough Boy’s Bakery & Coffee Shop 85 Pearl Street, Burlington, 658-1425 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards. This neighborhood diner serves up comfort food Tuesday through Sunday. The adjoining bakery sells homemade doughnuts, pies and pastries by the dozen. $

Handy’s Lunch 74 Maple Street, Burlington, 864-5963 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards. Family-owned since 1945, this neighborhood diner serves “big daddy pancakes and eggs” and Texas cheeseburgers with chili. Shorter hours on Saturdays and Sundays. $

Henry’s Diner

155 Bank Street, Burlington, 862-9010, www.henrysdiner.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, late-night food. This historic Queen City diner still serves breakfast all day and offers home-cooked dishes in a cozy, retro atmosphere. Try their Greek specialties, too.

Open all night on Friday and Saturday. $$

Oasis Diner 189 Bank Street, Burlington, 864-5308 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, catering. This oldschool diner hasn’t changed much since its opening more than 50 years ago. Breakfast burritos, salads, burgers and milkshakes keep them coming back. $

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Speeder & Earl’s: Pine Street

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Eclectic 1/2 Lounge City Market of Onion River Co-op 82 South Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 863-3659, www. citymarket.coop n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards, catering. Featuring a wide selection of quick, inexpensive food, this instore eatery cooks up a different cuisine every week. Choose grab-and-go meals or select from the hot and cold bars. $

The Daily Planet 15 Center Street, Burlington, 862-9647, www.dailyplanet15.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, late-night food. The fare at this friendly, high-energy bar and restaurant ranges from cheeseburgers to exotic mushroom stroganoff.

Late-night menu available. Offerings change seasonally. $$

The Green Room 86 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 651-9669, www.greenroomvt.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This eatery, in the elegant space formerly occupied by the Iron Wolf, blends creative cuisine and urban ambiance.

Mix it up with small, medium and large plates, or try one of the nightly specials. $$$

New World Tortilla See “Latin-Mexican”

Plan B 156 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 651-0742, www.planbvt.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, sometimes cover, late-night food. Eat to the beat. This hip lounge serves traditional tapas after 7. Live acts range from jazz to hip-hop and reggae. $$

The Skinny Pancake See “Café/Bistro”

Smokejacks 156 Church Street, Burlington, 6581119, www.smokejacks.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This upscale restaurant specializes in seasonal delicacies made from local ingredients. The martini menu is extensive. So are the wine and cheese lists. $$$

211 College Street, Burlington, 862-7616 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out. This vegan-friendly, caféteriastyle café-eatery has a killer salad bar and a breakfast buffet on Saturdays. Also soup, pizza, sandwiches and daily hot dishes. On weekdays, you can get dinner — with beer and wine — until 9. $

Sugarsnap 505 Riverside Avenue, Burlington, 652-5922, www.sugarsnap.biz n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. This deli and specialty take-out shop reaps the advantages of being close to the Burlington Intervale. Choose from freshly prepared salads, sandwiches and homemade soups. Ready-made, take-home dinners are also available. $

Sweetwaters 120 Church Street, Burlington, 864-9800, www.sweetwatersvt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Formerly the Burlington Trust Company, this eclectic bistro is a Church Street Marketplace cornerstone, literally. Try the Thai peanut chicken cakes, savory Kobe beef burger or the “creative vegetarian harvest” tortellini. $$

Taste 112 Lake Street, Burlington, 658-4844, www.tasteofburlington.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Artsy and colorful, this waterfront restaurant takes its name from a song written by Phish. Three large aquariums, metallic copper walls and the chef’s funky artwork make the dining room fun and inviting. But fans say that the exquisitely prepared New American cuisine is the biggest draw. $$$

EURO Taste See “Eclectic”

Fast Food Ahli Baba’s Kabob Shop 163 Main Street, Burlington, 862-5752 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering, late-night food. You can get gyros, pitas and falafel at this Middle Eastern late-night spot next to the Flynn Center.

The window tables are perfect for peoplewatching. $

Indian India House Restaurant 207 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, 862-7800 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This North Indian restaurant cooks everything over charcoal in a traditional clay oven. Try the tandoori chicken. $$

Shalimar of India 16 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 864-5693 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Serving North Indian cuisine for 12 years. The Sunday brunch is a deal, for $7.95. $$

Italian

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Blue Cat Café and Wine Bar 1 Lawson Lane at St. Paul and College, Burlington, 363-3639 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, late-night food. A cool bar in a hip space, the Blue Cat Café and Wine Bar features an Italian-heavy selection of continental fare — along with beer and wine, of course. Check it out between 4:30 p.m. and midnight any day of the week. $$

Bove’s Restaurant 68 Pearl Street, Burlington, 864-6651, www.boves.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, catering. This no-nonsense Italian restaurant — the oldest restaurant in Chittenden County — is an Art Deco wonder.

Its homemade spaghetti sauce is pretty good, too, and is available in bottles. Lunch served on Saturday. $

Cannon’s 1127 North Avenue, Burlington, 652-5151, www.cannonsitalian.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. The shoppingcenter location doesn’t spoil the ambiance of this Italian family restaurant. Popular entrées include the Papa Rogers Sausage Rigatoni, with hot Italian sausage, onions, garlic, peppers and broccoli tossed with tomato sauce and smoked mozzarella. Lunch served weekdays only. $$

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Rooney’s Café & Deli 173 College Street, Burlington, 864-7547 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, bar service, catering. Homemade soups such as Long Trail cheddar ale are big sellers at this Italian deli and restaurant.

They also offer multiple sandwiches and make-your-own pasta and salad bars. $

Three Tomatoes Trattoria 83 Church Street, Burlington, 660-9533, www.threetomatoes trattoria.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This Tuscan-themed trattoria turns a lot of heads in the direction of its open kitchen. Try the tortellini rustici, wood-fired pizzas and daily specials. Carafes of wine come in Italian, chicken-shaped pitchers. Having a private party? Book the new events room. $$$

Trattoria Delia 152 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 864-5253, www.trattoriadelia.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. A romantic grotto setting and award-winning wine list distinguish this Italian restaurant. Try specialties like the orecchiette con fricone and the osso buco. $$$

Latin-Mexican Baja Jack’s Taco Shack 88 1/2 Church Street, Burlington, 660-3603 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. The owners describe the ambiance at their downtown location as “urban industrial Mexican hip-hop.” Look for all of the usual south-of-the-border options, such as fajitas, burritos and tacos. $

10 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 865-1058, www.newworldtortilla.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out. Serving huge wraps on flour tortillas. Try the chicken Vera Cruz or the Thai chicken. The soft tacos on homemade corn tortillas are another favorite. $

Roque’s 3 Main Street, Burlington, 657-3377, www.roquesvt.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Multiple margarita options complement a menu that allows you to build your own burrito, taco, tostada or chimichanga. Open seven days a week in the summer. $$

Souza’s Brazilian Steakhouse 131 Main Street, Burlington, 864-2433, www.souzasrestaurant.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This one-of-a-kind restaurant offers all-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue in a festive, Latin atmosphere. $$$

Tortilla Flat 317 Riverside Avenue, Burlington, 8644874 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This long-serving Mexican cocina dishes out fajitas, chimichangas and tacos. It’s packed on Friday nights. $$

Nightclub

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242 Main 242 Main Street, Burlington, 862-2244, www.242main.com n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: none. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, TV, sometimes cover. Local teens come to this youth-oriented community forum managed by Burlington Parks & Rec for movie nights, political discussions and live, alcoholfree entertainment.

Club Metronome at Nectar’s 188 Main Street, Burlington, 865-4563, www.clubmetronome.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, sometimes cover, late-night food. Located above Nectar’s, this venue sees touring artists from all over, as well as local indie, hip-hop, jam and reggae acts. Saturday night is “Retronome.” Sunday hosts the longestrunning house and techno showcase in town.

Metronome is also a local art space and a popular place to hold private parties.

Nectar’s See “Barbecue”

Radio Bean Coffeehouse 8 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, 660-9346, www.radiobean.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, no cover, late-night food. Nightly live music and a light menu of bagels, panini, vegan sweets and baked goods keep this hip local hangout hopping. Monday is open mic, Wednesday is Irish sessions, jazz on Thursdays and the rest of the week offers a variety of local bands and performers. $

Rasputin’s 163 Church Street, Burlington, 864-9324, www.rasputinsvt.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. This popular college haunt shakes things up with DJs five nights a week.

Pool and foosball entertain anyone who doesn’t feel like dancing.

Red Square 136 Church Street, Burlington, 859-8909, www.redsquarevt.com n Open 7 Days.

Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, sometimes cover. This artsy downtown bar hosts DJs and local groups on weeknights.

Weekends showcase touring bands.

Second Floor 165 Church Street, Burlington, 660-2088, www.secondfloorvt.com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, pool, TV, sometimes cover. DJs spin hip-hop, reggae and pop at this nightclub. Sometimes live classic rock bands play on Saturdays.

Pizzeria American Flatbread — Burlington Hearth 115 St. Paul Street, Burlington, 861-2999, www.flatbreadhearth.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Flatbread topped with gourmet local and organic ingredients cooks before your eyes in an open, wood-fired oven.

Wash it down with an authentic Belgian or German-style beer from the in-house brewery, or choose from a wide variety of imported bottled beers. $$

Big Daddy’s Delivery 177 Church Street, Burlington, 863-0000, www.bigdaddysdelivers.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, late-night food. College students and bar hoppers flock to this lower Church Street location for late-night wings, slices and subs.

Open for delivery ‘til 2 a.m. Have a hankering for Ben & Jerry’s ice cream? They deliver that, too. Try the barbecued chicken pizza. $

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126 College Street, Burlington, 863-5200, www.lamante.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. The menu changes regularly at this contemporary, regional Italian restaurant.

But favorites such as squash blossom fritters with honey and truffle oil, penne bolognese and potato-crusted seabass are always available. Eat in the elegant dining room or at the comfy mahogany bar. $$$$

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Ken’s Pizza

Leonardo’s Pizza 83 Pearl Street, Burlington, 862-7700 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Burlington’s award-winning pizza delivery service has taken the pie sky-high. Try the Hawaiian Island Delight topped with ham, bacon, broccoli and pineapple. $

Manhattan Pizza & Pub 167 Main Street, Burlington, 658-6776 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, pool, TV, no cover, late-night food.

With 20 beers on tap and all-you-can-eat pizza and wing specials, this is a great college hangout, featuring pool, foosball and live music. Open mic night every Wednesday. $

Mr. Mike’s 206 Main Street, Burlington, 864-0072 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. College students flock to this late-night pizza place for gourmet pizzas to go — and stay. $

Pub Food Church Street Tavern 103 Church Street, Burlington, 658-1309 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This sports tavern has a huge following of college students and professionals. Have a burger with your baseball. Take-out is available, but only in winter. $$

Ice House Restaurant & Bar

Halvorson’s Upstreet Café See “American”

The Pub 71 Church Street, Burlington, 862-5911 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Bartender Joe Morella promises this is a comfortable place without pretense — “a good spot to get a beer.” Try a soft-shelled taco or the turkeyand-provolone Shenandoah sandwich. $

Rí Rá Irish Pub 123 Church Street, Burlington, 8609401, www.rira.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, TV, no cover, late-night food. Looking for a taste of the Emerald Isle? This authentic pub brought over from Ireland serves up a full menu, plus live music Wednesday through Saturday. Pub Quiz every Tuesday night. HD TVs for sporting events. $$

Ruben James 159 Main Street, Burlington, 864-0744 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, TV, no cover. Rock out to dance, hip-hop and r&b DJs on weekend nights.

Free wings at “happy hour” on Fridays and Saturdays. $

171 Battery Street, Burlington, 864-1800 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Located in a 199-year-old ice house, this casual yet classy waterfront steak and seafood restaurant has two large decks. Brunch served from Mother’s Day through mid-October. $$$

Shanty on the Shore 181 Battery Street, Burlington, 864-0238 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Burlington’s only raw bar is considered a historic landmark — it was built in 1833. Great views of Lake Champlain. $$

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71 Church Street, Burlington, 862-3335 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Exhaust fans advertise this Church Street institution with the aroma of hot, home-baked pizza. Summer street seating. $

Tilley’s Café 161 Church Street, Burlington, 6584553, www.tilleyscafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, late-night food.

Find “uncharted cuisine” and tanks of beautiful, tropical fish at this nauticallythemed downtown restaurant. Try the sushi. Valet parking available during dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. $$$$

steakhouse Ice House Restaurant & Bar See “Seafood”

Vermont Pub & Brewery 144 College Street, Burlington, 865-0500, www.vermontbrewery.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. Wash down the country meatloaf — or juicy Black Angus burger — with one of 10 home-brewed ales and lagers on tap. $

Souza’s Brazilian Steakhouse See “Latin/Mexican

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Diners from much larger cities hop off the interstate to tuck into Toscano or The Kitchen Table Bistro, both of which are renowned for fine food. Sonoma Station is the new kid on the block, located in the historic Blue Seal Feeds building on Bridge Street.

A window into the old farmhouse kitchen lets diners watch Chef Monica Lamay, in her signature baseball cap, juggle sauté pans.

She left Leunig’s in Burlington to start the place with her partner, Lisa Mazzariello.

What’s for dinner? A verdant spinach salad, with just the right amount of dressing, comes with cubes of rosy roasted beet, Bosc pear slices, feta and red onions. Another noteworthy appetizer features spheres of silky duck liver pâté stacked with crostini in a tasty tower; drizzles of fig port sauce and a whimsical dollop of red onion marmalade add zest to the presentation and the palate.

The signature Blue Seal Steak Frites is a perfectly cooked beef filet topped with crumbled blue cheese and served with a lush Cabernet demi-glace. Grilled red onions add a splash of color, as does the chipotle ketchup on the fries.

Another entrée — a thick cut of succulent pork loin — is stuffed with apples, cranberries and raisins and arrives alongside fingerling potatoes, wilted spinach and a tasty bacon-sherry vinaigrette.

Daily chalkboard specials, such as the duck confit with bacon-y beluga lentils, combine luxe and seasonal ingredients.

From the creative cocktails to the cayenne-spiced chocolate cake, Lamay and Mazzariello know how to put it together.

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G’s Restaurant 870 Williston Road, Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 865-6620, www.sheraton. com/burlington n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Experience the cuisine of Vermont’s only certified master chef in the Sheraton Hotel’s palm-filled atrium. In-theknow locals drop by weekly for the $16.95 Sunday brunch buffet, featuring an omelette station, peel ‘n’ eat shrimp, a dessert station and more. $$$

Ground Round

American Alley Coffee House & Ice Cream Shop See “Café-Bistro”

Bandit’s Wings and Grill 137 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 872-2804, www.banditswings.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: TV, no cover. This NASCAR-themed family restaurant offers eight different types of wings. $

Black Bear Inn 4010 Bolton Access Road, Bolton, 434-2126, www.blackbearinn.travel n Closed: Sun., Thur. Meals: breakfast, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. The snow is unpredictable, but the price is fixed. Twenty-five dollars buys you a three-course meal prepared by Chef Brian O’Neil. A la carte is now available.

Reservations are required. $$$

Chicken Charlie’s 1160 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-1211 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service. Looking for quick and homemade food? This casual eatery specializes in rotisserie chicken, baby-back ribs, wings, sandwiches and salads. $

Clover House Restaurant 42 Church Road, Colchester, 860-3631 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: TV, no cover. Where’s the beef?

Steaks and prime rib are on the menu Wednesday through Saturday, along with chicken, fish and pasta. There’s a DJ on Friday night and brunch on Sunday. $$

1633 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-1122 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: TV, no cover. There are two distinct atmospheres at this South Burlington restaurant — a family-friendly dining room and a more grown-up lounge. Choose from eight different types of burgers. $$

Harper’s Restaurant at the Holiday Inn 1068 Williston Road, South Burlington, 863-6363, www.hiburlington.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: TV, no cover, late-night food.

This quiet hideaway is a relaxed and discreet bar and eatery during the week. $$

JP’s Restaurant and Deli 39 River Road, Essex, 288-8099 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Choose between two dining rooms, one of which is jungle-themed.

Try the baked haddock with crab-meat stuffing. There’s also a deli. No dinner served on Sundays and Mondays. $$

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4309 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-3568, www.dutchmillvt.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This homey restaurant is famous for its historic windmill and authentic Vermont comfort food. You can get breakfast all day.

Try the barbecued pulled pork. Closed Monday in winter. Dinner on Friday and Saturday. $$

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Lincoln Inn Restaurant and Tavern 4 Park Street, Essex Junction, 878-3309, www.lincolninn.net n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, no cover. American classics and Greek specialties are served at this inn-turned-European-café, where President Lincoln was reportedly once a guest. Choose the coffee shop or dining room, or check out the “pub & grill” with live music seven nights a week. $$

McKee’s Pub & Grill 19 East Allen Street, Winooski, 655-0048 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. This local hangout has gone upscale, serving salads, wraps, seafood platters, burgers, steak and chicken dishes. The NECI-trained chefs do brunch, lunch and dinner. The various eggs Benedict varieties are favorites. $

Olde Yankee Restaurant Route 15, Jericho, 899-1116 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, TV, no cover.

There’s “something for everybody” at this rustic restaurant with an eclectic menu.

The salmon dishes, chicken wings with homemade hot sauce and the brownie sundae are big hits. Occasional live music. $$

One Flight Up at the Airport See “Pub Food”

Papa Nick’s Family Restaurant See “Eclectic”

1930 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-3653, www.pourhousevt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. This sports bar and neighborhood pub draws customers with $1.50 pints on Sundays and Mondays — and 10 TVs, one of which has a 7-foot screen.

They also have chicken wings, Philly cheese steak sandwiches and burgers. $

Spanked Puppy Pub 116 Main Street, Colchester, 878-6440 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Seafood is a specialty at this local pub, where the menu features a wide variety of dishes. Try the seafood bisque for lunch or the seafood omelette for brunch on weekends. $

T Bones Restaurant and Bar 38 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, 654-8008, www.tbonesrestaurantandbar. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. From the décor to the microbrews, this family-friendly restaurant exudes “Vermont-ness,” says owner Tim Brockmyre. No New England boiled dinner, though. The menu features a wide variety of seafood, chicken, steak and pasta dishes. In summer, try dining on the deck. $$

The Tavern at the Inn at Essex 70 Essex Way, Essex Junction, 7641489, www.necidining.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: TV, no cover. This casual, local favorite at the Inn at Essex boasts outstanding comfort food in a warm environment. Offerings include classics such as homestyle meat loaf, turkey pot pie and New England clam chowder. Reasonably priced nightly specials are also a big hit. $$

Tommy’s City Grill 580 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 652-0111, www.tommyscitygrill.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. This is Mexican-American fusion cuisine in an upscale, fast-food setting. Try the spicy chicken burrito. $

Trader Duke’s See “Eclectic”

Asian Asian Bistro 121 Corner Way, Williston, 878-8878, www.asianbistrovt.net n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Chefs prepare dishes from China, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan. Try the creaky chicken — deep-fried white meat with hot peppers and brown sauce. No lunch on weekends. $$

Chef Leu’s House 3761 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-5258, www.chefleu.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Specializing in Szechuan, Hunan, Mandarin and Vietnamese cuisines, this crowd-pleasing restaurant offers take-out service as well as sit-down dining and a cocktail lounge. $$

China King 118-120 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 288-9575 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. House specialties here include the “vegetarian paradise” — bean curd, mixed vegetables and sautéed string beans. Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. $

Chopstick House II 127 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 8623600 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Serving Szechuan, Hunan, Mandarin and Cantonese fare with no MSG. Order family-dinner combinations for up to six people. $

Dragon House 22 Commerce Street, Hinesburg, 482-6888 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. You can eat lunch early at this Chinese restaurant on the fringes of Chittenden County; it opens at 10:30 a.m.

Eat there or make it take-out. $

East Orchid 2033 Essex Road, Williston, 878-1288, www.orchidrest.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. The chef at this formal buffet-style restaurant recommends the Phoenix — shrimp and chicken stir-fried with vegetables. $$

Good Taste Restaurant 90 Center Road, Essex, 879-8989 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. A selection of 27 lunch specials, at $4.75 each, is offered Monday through Saturday. Try the shrimp with garlic sauce. $

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1710 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 865-3900 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Chef David Hugo — of Starry Night Café fame — takes a more casual approach with this Shelburne Road restaurant. Build your own entrée or try one of the house specialties. $$$

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Joyce’s Noodle House

5 Carmichael Street, Essex, 288-9828, www.joycesnoodlehouse.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This Chinese restaurant, with its contemporary Asian decor, prepares authentic cuisine traced back to the Shang Dynasty. Try the mustard greens with smoked tofu. $

Koto Restaurant 792 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 660-8976, www.kotovt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. At this Japanese steakhouse, the chefs put on a tableside show if you opt for the hibachi. Also offering a full assortment of sushi and sashimi. $$$

Kwan’s Chinese Restaurant 65 Patchen Road, South Burlington, 862-0475, www.kwanschineserestaurant. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. Serving all the Chinese classics, from vegetarian Hunan bean curd to Kung Pao pork. $

Lee’s Chinese Restaurant 360 Dorset Street, South Burlington, 6573218 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. College meal cards are accepted at this small Asian eatery. Try the Mongolian beef or the shrimp with ginger and scallions. $$

Lemon Grass Thai Cuisine 2403 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-2022 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering.

Pictures of basil and lemongrass decorate the walls at this new Thai restaurant.

Specialties include massaman curry, “fish lemongrass” and papaya salad. $$

Oriental Wok

170 Route 7, Midtown Plaza, Milton, 893-0078 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. This small restaurant is known for its speedy service.

Offering all the Chinese classics. $

21 Essex Way, Essex, 878-6688 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Come in for the fragrant lemon chicken before a night at the Essex Outlet Cinema. Specials are served with a side of pork-fried rice. $

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Peking Duck House

3 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston, 878-2850 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. From the dining room, you can watch chefs assemble your crab rangoon and chicken teriyaki in the open kitchen. $

Ming’s Restaurant Colchester 88 Heineberg Road, Colchester, 860-2828 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Purchase discount phone cards to Asia or Zodiac figurines along with your beef and broccoli. $

Ming’s Restaurant Essex Junction 9 Park Street, Essex Junction, 879-3450 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Chinese take-out in a Victorian-style house? A favorite is the gold coins steak — beef, scallops and vegetables in a Hunan brown sauce. Tables are available for eating in. $

Ming’s Restaurant South Burlington 370 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 865-8383 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards.

Available for eat-in, take-out or delivery, all without MSG. The chef recommends the Mongolian beef. $

Naru Asian Cuisine 202 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, 8788868 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Try the “Hot Stone Bibimbob,” a variety of vegetables, egg and seasoned beef over rice, with spicy paste on the side. Closed on Sunday — after lunch. $$

Orchid Chinese Cuisine 5 Market Street, South Burlington, 6583626, www.orchidrest.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. A 100-item buffet has been attracting customers for over 20 years.

Open 365 days a year. $$

79 West Canal Street, Winooski, 655-7475, www.pekingduckhousevt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This twostory restaurant offers take-out as well as formal dining and a cocktail lounge. The chef recommends the tsair tsair beef, served sizzling with scallops. $$

Sakura Sushi & Kitchen 19 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston, 288-8052 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards.

Sit down for lunch, or take out packaged bean cakes, sushi and assorted Asian groceries. $

Silver Palace 1216 Williston Road, South Burlington, 864-0125 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Chinese food with an American twist is served from banquet trays to your plate. Try the orange beef or crispy pork.

No lunch on Sundays. $$$

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1900 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-4622 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. The workers claim to have “the best General Tso in town.”

Sunday is dinner only. $

Lucky Wok Chinese Restaurant

Tiny Thai Restaurant 21 Essex Way #210, Essex, 878-2788 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Try the som tam — a healthy appetizer made with fresh green papaya, tomato, green beans and peanuts. $$

Tiny Thai Restaurant 24 Main Street, Winooski, 655-4888 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Popular dishes at the new Winooski location include pad thai, ginger chicken, drunken noodles and krapow stir fry. $$

Vietnam Restaurant 137 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 8729998 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. This cozy café is a welcome break from the strip, with tile floors, silk flowers and doilies. Specialty milkshakes incorporate avocado, durian, jackfruit, coconut or pineapple. $

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7 Fayette Drive, South Burlington, 862-8885, www.zengardens-vt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine are served at this Chinese restaurant on Shelburne Road. There’s also a private room that’s perfect for corporate meetings. $$

38 Main Street, Winooski, 655-0072 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: TV, karaoke, no cover. A mix of college students, local folk and travelers frequent this relaxed sports bar that hosts occasional live music.

Don’t miss the creative, weekly drink specials.

Bakery

164 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 658-4292 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. Live music and free homemade pizza on Fridays; open mic on Saturday nights. Pub menu Monday through Thursday. $

Chef’s Corner Café & Bakery 2121 Essex Road, Williston, 878-5524 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This international café has European roots. Jozef Harrewyn’s Belgian waffles are the real deal. $

Flour Shop 419 Route 15, Underhill, 899-1399 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. Along with a complete line of homemade breads and pastries, this bakery-café cooks up a full breakfast every day: omelettes, pancakes, French toast and more. $

Klinger’s Bread Company 10 Farrell Street, South Burlington, 860-6322, www.klingersbread.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards. At this small, in-bakery café, you can grab a coffee and croissant or order soups, salads and sandwiches for lunch. A kiosk on Church Street offers it all, too. $

Koval’s Coffee See “Deli/Sandwich”

Quality Bake Shop 91 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 878-3798 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, catering. This small-counter diner and full-service bakery is famous for burgers, sandwiches and cheap baked goods. Cookies start at 40 cents. $

Vidalz See “Italian”

Village Wine and Coffee See “Coffee/Tea”

B. U. Emporium

The Monkey House 30 Main Street, Winooski, 655-4563, monkeybarmusic.com n Open 7 Days.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. This local live music venue features small acoustic acts and jazz during the week, and regional bands of all genres on weekends. Plug in your own MP3 player or Ipod when there’s no live music.

Trackside Tavern 18 Malletts Bay Avenue, Winooski, 655-9542 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, no cover. This traditional tavern has a long, wooden bar and a large, outdoor deck. Local bands play Thursday through Saturday.

CafE/Bistro Alley Coffee House & Ice Cream Shop 15 Haydenberry Drive, Milton, 893-1571, www.alleycoffeehouse.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, TV, no cover. This cozy community hub has daily lunch specials from the Country Pantry in Fairfax, plus an espresso bar, smoothies and a Hershey ice cream shop. Townies love the soups, made-to-order sandwiches and peanut butter pie. $

The Bearded Frog 5247 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-9877, www.thebeardedfrog.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. Chef Michel Mahe offers affordably priced eclectic American fare at this upscale bistro. In winter, warm up at the two-sided fireplace in the elegantly appointed dining room. Patio seating available in the summer. Reservations suggested, walk-ins welcome. $$$$

121 Connor Way, Maple Tree Place, Williston, 872-2802 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This locally owned artisan café has a “unique Vermont flair with all the comforts of home,” says owner Brenda Lucas.

Check out the creative flatbread and sandwich specials, as well as a build-your-own sandwich option. Bread baked fresh every day. $

Bistro Sauce 97 Falls Road, Shelburne, 985-2830, www.bistrosauce.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Owner Bill Iliff describes the cuisine here as “Vermont country farmhouse with a slight French flair.”

This bistro, which features seasonal outdoor dining, is both romantic and family friendly.

Try the lamb osso buco. $$

Blue Star Café 28 Main Street, Winooski, 654-8700, www.freshcoffeenow.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. This coffee roastery, wine bar and bistro is a harbinger of Winooski’s hip future. Serving lunch, dinner and brunch on the weekends. $$

Bridge Street Café 37 Bridge Street, Richmond, 434-2233 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This family-owned café “makes you feel like a friend,” says manager Wesley Carpenter. Check out the Philly cheesesteaks, pizza, wraps and hoppin’ Sunday brunch. $$

Chef’s Corner Café & Bakery See “Bakery”

Cucina Antica 43 Shelburne Shopping Park, Shelburne, 985-1117, http://www.bistrocucina.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Families and couples come to this Mediterranean-flavored bistro for coffee, pizza, pasta and sandwiches.

Try the homemade soups, shrimp scampi and lobster ravioli. Dinner specials every night. $

Flour Shop See “Bakery”

Grace’s On The Go Bistro See “Deli/Sandwich”

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4 Market Street, South Burlington, 863-2569, www.healthylivingmarket. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. This café, buffet and salad bar uses organic ingredients to fuse European, Asian and American cuisines. The West African yam and peanut stew is a winner. $

The Kitchen Table Bistro 1840 West Main Street, Richmond, 434-8686, www.thekitchentablebistro. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Chefowners Steve and Lara Atkins serve haute cuisine in a historic, 1795 brick home. The menu changes seasonally. $$$$

Klinger’s Bread Company See “Bakery”

La Villa Mediterranean Bistro & Pizzeria 3762 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-2596, www.lavillabistro.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

This Mediterranean bistro aims to please the whole family. For the kids, order a gourmet pizza. Elders indulge in the chicken Florentine with a nice bottle of wine. $$

Old Brick Café 7921 Williston Road, Williston, 872-9599, www.oldbrickcafe.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. In the historic village of Williston, owner Dave Herskowitz serves soups, sandwiches and fresh-baked goods in a renovated, 19thcentury brick house. $

Sacred Grounds 7 Essex Way, Essex, 288-9999 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Sit down or drive up for gourmet coffee, breakfast sandwiches on homemade English muffins, salads and panini. Serving breakfast ‘til 4. $

Coffee Hound

36 Main Street, Winooski, 655-9081, www.sneakersbistro.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Locals have faithfully frequented this Art-Deco café for over 25 years. Serves breakfast, brunch and lunch. $

97 Blakely Road, Colchester, 651-8963 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Check out the daily sandwiches at this 48-seat, dog-themed café with a lake view. $

4Sonoma Station 13 Jolina Court, Richmond, 434-5949, www.sonomastation.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Formerly of Leunig’s, chefowner Monica Lamay is cooking New American cuisine at this unique eatery in Richmond’s historic Blue Seal Feeds building. Try the crab and avocado napoleon with cilantro vinaigrette. $$$

Toscano Café Bistro 27 Bridge Street, Richmond, 434-3148 n Closed: Mon. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. In the heart of Richmond, find romantic dining in a casual atmosphere. Try the grilled beef tenderloin or the Parmesan-crusted salmon filet with saffron risotto and grilled asparagus. Chef-owned and operated since 2003. $$$

Mojo’s Café 34 Park Street, Essex Junction, 879-4475 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards, wi-fi access. Featuring a Speeder & Earl’s coffee and espresso bar. A lunch menu is in the works. $

Rooney’s 1820 Coffeehouse 6 Carmichael Street, Essex Junction, 8784900 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover, latenight food. This coffeehouse in an old Essex home delivers more than a caffeine buzz: made-to-order panini, gourmet baked goods and free wi-fi. Open-mic on Wednesday, jazz on Thursday and Friday.

Sit outside during the summer. $

Sacred Grounds See “Café-Bistro”

The Village Cup

The Village Cup

30 Vermont Route 15, Jericho, 8991730 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. This rustic café is located in a renovated barn. Pair the panini with a bowl of homemade soup. $

Village Wine and Coffee

Zoe’s Tack Room & Café 3825 Route 7, Charlotte, 425-5867 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Espresso and Klinger’s pastries — in a converted barn-cum-tack shop? You can watch the horses while you sip. Re-opening in spring ‘07. $

See “Café-Bistro”

5288 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-8922, www.villagewineandcoffee. com n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. This European-style café and wine shop features shade-grown, fair-trade organic espresso, fresh pastries and local gourmet chocolates. Shop for over 800 wines from small family-run wineries. $

Zoe’s Tack Room & Café See “Coffee/Tea”

Coffee/Tea

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Blue Star Café

Bagel Market

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Burlington Bagel Bakery See “Deli/Sandwich”

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30 Susie Wilson Drive, Essex Junction, 8722616 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. The homeroasted coffee goes with any of 25 bagel varieties. For lunch, try one of the new grilled sandwiches or wraps. $

Banana Winds Café and Pub See “Pub Food”

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6655 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-1346 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Fresh homemade soups and huge made-to-order sandwiches are on the menu at this fun and family-friendly café, housed in the Vermont Teddy Bear factory. The music is from the ‘80s and the pricing is, too; two people can eat for under $10. $

Belle’s Café

Koval’s Coffee

See “Café-Bistro”

22 Commerce Street, Hinesburg, 482-5192, www.kovals.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. ”We try to do the simple stuff right,” owner Gary Koval says of his restaurant’s custom-made sandwiches on homemade bread. $

Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery 2989 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-3183, www.brueggers.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Formerly The Bagel, this Shelburne eatery offers quick sandwiches on bagels baked fresh all day. Also serving soup and fresh tossed salads. $

Burlington Bagel Bakery 992 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 864-0236 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. Burlington’s original bagel shop cooks up more than 15 types of bagel, including asiago and roasted red pepper. Local products are featured. $

The Garden of Eatin’ Café 472 Marshall Avenue, Williston, 878-1042, www.4seasonsgc.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. A tropical conservatory doubles as a dining room in winter. When it’s warm out, enjoy a freshly prepared meal on the outdoor patio. Unique luncheon fare, menu changes daily. $

Grace’s On The Go Bistro 22 Commerce Street #7, Hinesburg, 482-2345 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering.

Call in your dinner order on the way home from work, or stop in for grilled panini, wraps, salads and weekly specials and appetizers. This little to-go restaurant seats 20 and is open until 8 p.m. $

Harrington’s of Vermont 5597 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-2000, www.harringtonham.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards.

Located across the street from the Shelburne Museum, this eatery and specialty-foods store makes killer sandwiches — smoked ham, smoked turkey and a BLT — using their own meats and condiments. $

Martone’s Market & Café 16 Main Street, Essex Junction, 878-8163 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering.

This deli-market is popular for its “Vermonter” sandwich — maple turkey, ham, cheddar and honey mustard on homemade bread. Coffee and homemade baked goods for breakfast. $

MT Bellies Deli 340 Dorset Street, South Burlington, 863-8058, www.mtbelliesdeli.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. ”You definitely get your money’s worth,” owner Steve Rowe says of his sandwiches. Try a spicy chicken Caesar wrap. $

Picasso’s Pizza See “Pizzeria”

Purple Knight Pizza & Deli See “Pizzeria”

Rooney’s 1820 Coffeehouse See “Coffee/Tea”

Underhill Country Store 1 Pleasant Valley Road, Underhill, 899-4056 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to this combo gear shop and restaurant for pizza, soup, sandwiches, highenergy snacks and even snowshoe rentals.

Favorite dishes include the “rock garden” Reuben and Renée’s chili. The friendly, small-town ambiance is a big draw, too. $

Vermont Sandwich Company 5689 Williston Road, Williston, 878-6963 & 150 Dorset Street, South Burlington, 660-8872 & 41 IDX Drive, South Burlington, 846-2092 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. This local sandwich company comes up with some interesting combos. Try the popular “Patriot,” with turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. $

Waf’s West Side Deli 165 East Allen Street, Winooski, 6550290 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Nightlife: live music, TV, karaoke, no cover. This deli has a rock ‘n’ roll theme and Vermont brews on tap.

Pick up a hot steak-and-cheese sandwich.

Occasional karaoke and live music. $

Diner AJ’s Kitchen 35 Main Street, Essex Junction, 288-8182 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service. Burgers are big at this friendly local diner. Try the AJ’s Burger, with two kinds of cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and onion. $$

JP’s Restaurant and Deli See “American”

Libby’s Diner 46 High Point Center, Colchester, 655-0343 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This family diner has a vintage theme and freshly baked strawberry-rhubarb pie. It’s a great source of New England comfort food. $$

The Milton Diner 514 Route 7, Milton, 893-1743 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This workingman’s diner serves breakfast all day long. Try the fried haddock, baked scallops and weekend specials. There’s also a creemee stand. $ Average Dinner Bill for Two:

Parkway Diner 1696 Williston Road, South Burlington, 658-1883 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards. Now under new ownership, this vintage diner has a stainless-steel retro interior, and a menu that fuses American, Italian and Greek cuisine. $

Quality Bake Shop See “Bakery”

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49 Heineberg Drive, Colchester, 651-1009 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. This stripmall deli pulls in patrons with a full sandwich menu. Like egg rolls? Pre-order them by the dozen for pick-up on Sundays. $

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Alex’s Restaurant — Home of the Vermont Soup Company

1611 Harbor Road, Shelburne, 985-8498, www.shelburnefarms.org n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards. The fine-dining menu changes seasonally and showcases local farm-grown produce and meats. Chef Rick Gencarelli’s cookbook is due out in September ‘07. Open from mid-May until mid-October. $$$$$

Café Mediterano

1636 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-5678 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Visit for the classic comfort food. A collection of toys and original artwork adds to the down-to-earth atmosphere. Brunch on Sundays. $

Bailey’s Restaurant at Bolton Valley 4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton, 434-6821, www.boltonvalley.com/baileys n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Your bluejeans go just fine with their bacon-wrapped filet mignon. Also check out the views from the balcony. $$$

The Busy Chef 26 Susie Wilson Road, Essex, 878-0770, www.vtbusychef.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. What’s for dinner? The Busy Chef’s meals-to-go take the stress out of “home” cooking. Prices range between what you’d pay at a restaurant and the grocery store. Now offering lunch, too. $$

Butler’s at the Inn at Essex 70 Essex Way, Essex Junction, 764-1413, www.necidining.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards. New England Culinary Institute runs this restaurant with an award-winning wine list. The menu evolves daily to reflect the freshest ingredients available as students master classic and contemporary culinary techniques. $$$$

Good Times Café Route 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

This diverse café features Italian, Cajun and American cuisine. Look for nightly dinner specials such as the homemade crab and shrimp ravioli. $$

New World Tortilla See “Latin-Mexican”

Papa Nick’s Family Restaurant 10997 Route 116, Hinesburg, 4826050 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards. This family-style restaurant serves up delicacies from America, Italy and Greece. Try the chicken souvlaki or the gyros. $$

Pauline’s Café 1834 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 862-1081, www. paulinescafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Located in a former home, this café-restaurant satisfies customers with Maine crab cakes and rack of lamb. Serving Sunday brunch. $$$

Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern 1022 West Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, 863-2342 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. The prime rib here is renowned.

Weekend brunch replaces breakfast and lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy live music Wednesday nights and free happy hour food daily. $$

The Tavern at the Inn at Essex See “American”

Trader Duke’s

dinner and a movie?

1117 Williston Road, South Burlington, 660-7523, www.doubletree.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

This country-style restaurant is famous for New England cuisine and a double-sided fieldstone fireplace. Try the turkey pot pie. $$

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17 Park Street, Essex Junction, 878-9333, www.cafemediterano.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Originally from Bosnia, Emnan Crnalic and Sani Pasagic serve up Greek gyros, panini sandwiches, Turkish-style kebabs and cevapi sausages. $

Café Shelburne 5573 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-3939, www.cafeshelburne.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. This special-occasion restaurant, located across from the Shelburne Museum, serves gourmet French fare. The attached retail store sells high-end edibles. $$$$

Cucina Antica See “Café-Bistro”

Euro Restaurant 1 Town Marketplace, Essex Junction, 878-9299 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Two master chefs from Bosnia prepare dishes like vitelo Vienna and zupa di pesce. Occasional live music on the weekends. $$

Fast Food Al’s French Frys 1251 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-9203, www.alsfrenchfrys.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: web menu, take-out.

Locally owned Al’s French Frys is like a scene out of “Happy Days.” Even the hand-cut fries are a throw-back to the ‘50s. They also sell corn dogs, cheeseburgers and seasonal creemees. $

Hoagie Hut Bellwood Shopping Center, Colchester, 863-6655 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. This 30-yearold fast-food restaurant cooks up a mean Philly cheese steak. No dinner on Sundays. $

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Joe’s Snack Bar 45 Route 15, Jericho, 899-3934 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: take-out. Open since 1950, this locally owned fast-food quick stop is popular amongst local hikers and passersby. Hand-cut fries and cooked-to-order burgers available April through October. Creemees, too. $

See “Deli/Sandwich”

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Rosario’s American Eatery

Nightclub

Buono Appetito

40 River Street, Milton, 893-2227 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Danel Barrett’s signature Italian cuisine includes homemade bread and baked ziti. Try the lasagna dinners and the pizza. $

Backstage Pub

Hoagie’s Pizza & Pasta See “Pizzeria”

Junior’s Italian 70 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester, 655-5555, www.juniorsvt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Italophiles flock to this all-purpose eatery, with downstairs pizza parlor, finedining restaurant and in-house bakery. $$

Loretta’s Fine Italian Cuisine 44 Park Street, Essex Junction, 8797777, www.lorettas.net n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Co-owner Linda Pratt claims this Italian restaurant is “Essex Junction’s only fine dining.” Try the chicken Lenora, veal scallopine, pasta and fresh seafood. Everything is fresh and made to order. $$

Tuscan Kitchen 1080 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 862-1300, www. tuscankitchenvt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. The wood-fired oven cranks it out, Tuscan-style. Try one of the flatbread pizzas or taverna specials such as “steak Toscano.” All you can eat buffet on Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $$

Vidalz 20 Susie Wilson Road, Essex, 878-4770 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This restaurant offers plenty of Italian choices — from Parmesan dishes to pasta with your choice of toppings.

They also cook up chicken and dumplings, lasagna, shepherd’s pie and meatloaf. $

Latin-Mexican Mexicali Authentic Mexican Grill

See “Pizzeria”

Maple Tree Place, Williston, 879-9492, www.mexicalivt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Authentic Mexican in Vermont? Here the fajitas and burritos come with homemade salsa. $$

Nicco’s Cucina

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Mama Mia’s Pizzeria See “Pizzeria”

Mimmo’s Pizzeria

192 Boxwood Street, Williston, 857-2200, www.niccos.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Try the Neopolitan pizzas and antipasti at this Italian restaurant, located right next to the movie theater at Maple Tree Place. $$

Papa Frank’s 13 West Center Street, Winooski, 655-2423, Papa-Franks.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This low-key, homey restaurant features photos of the owner’s Italian grandparents. The calzones are crowdpleasers. $

Rocky’s NY Pizza See “Pizzeria”

1150 Williston Road, South Burlington, 660-4900, www.moes.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, catering.

There’s no table service at this “fast-casual” Tex-Mex restaurant on Williston Road. But you can “eat in” with your “Home Wrecker” burrito. $

New World Tortilla 163 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 879-7809, www.newworldtortilla.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out. Serving huge wraps on flour tortillas — try the chicken Vera Cruz or the Thai chicken. The soft tacos on homemade corn tortillas are another favorite. $

Tommy’s City Grill See “American”

60 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 878-5494 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover, late-night food. Local bands liven up this homey bar on Saturdays.

The locals strut their stuff at Friday-night karaoke. The full dinner menu features wings, burgers, prime rib and steaks. Special seafood dinners once a month. $

Franny O’s 733 Queen City Park Road, South Burlington, 863-2909 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch. Alcohol: full bar. Services: delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover, late-night food. Blue and white collars flock to this sports bar for the live music and pub food. Thursday and Saturday nights feature karaoke; local rock bands play on Fridays. $

Harper’s Restaurant at the Holiday Inn See “American”

Higher Ground 1214 Williston Road, South Burlington, 652-0777, www.highergroundmusic.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, cover, late-night food. The region’s premier livemusic venue showcases national and local music acts. Excellent pub fare available up to 11 p.m. $

The Monkey House See “Bar”

Pizzeria Bingo’s Pizzeria 99 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, 879-1000 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. Here the chicken wings come in seven flavors, including “barn burner.” Slices are available all day long. Don’t miss the homemade brownies and cookies. $

Da’ Vine Gourmet 4735 Williston Road, Williston, 864-0100 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. This “take-and-bake” pizza place offers “custom-designed” pies and calzones to go. Sauce selections include red, pesto, alfredo or white. $

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3182 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-2232 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

This family-oriented restaurant has loyal customers and a mean chicken Parmesan.

Not in the mood for pasta? Try a homemade pizza. $$

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Donny’s NY Pizza

Fireside Flatbread at Bolton Valley Resort Above the Base Lodge at Bolton Valley Resort, Bolton, 434-6820 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. The flatbreads “come out quick” at Bolton Valley’s pizza joint. Tourists and locals alike come by for the pesto pie and the “mean” milkshakes.

Vegan-friendly. Closed April through December. $$

Foodee’s Pizza 21 Essex Way, Essex, 878-3834, www. foodeespizza.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. With 35 different kinds of pizza and 55 beers, this eatery is all about choice. You can also get a sandwich made on homemade pizza dough bread. $

Hoagie’s Pizza & Pasta 112 Center Road, Essex Center, 8794934 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Fresh, homemade Italianinspired food runs from calzones, subs and pasta to pizza with 18 toppings. $

Junior’s Italian See “Italian”

La Villa Mediterranean Bistro & Pizzeria See “Café-Bistro”

Leonardo’s Pizza 1160 Williston Road, South Burlington, 951-9000, 862-7700 (Burlington) n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards.

Burlington’s award-winning pizzeria is now serving the suburbs. Try the “Gourmet Gorgonzola.” Take-out and delivery only. $

Pizza on Earth

570 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 864-6427 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Mama Mia’s makes specialty pizzas and a large variety of Italian dishes, such as baked pastas and calzones.

Desserts include cannoli, spumoni and triple-chocolate truffle cakes. $

1510 Hinesburg Road, Charlotte, 425-2152, www.pizzaonearth.com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Sat. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out. This farmbased pizzeria and bakery cooks up thin-crust pies in an outdoor wood oven — Wednesday and Friday nights October through May; Tuesday and Thursday nights June through September. Artisan-style breads and homemade pastries are also made fresh each day. Take-out only, but summer offers picnicking on the farm. $

Marco’s Pizza 1301 Williston Road, South Burlington, 658-5858 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Hand-tossed pizza and homemade ciabatta bread are specialties at this quaint pizza parlor. At lunch or dinner, get two slices and a fountain soda with free refills for $4. Try the cheese pie. $

Mimmo’s Pizzeria 4 Carmichael Street, Essex, 288-9494, www.mimmositalian.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering.

Mimmo’s promises fresh Italian food served by enthusiastic waitstaff. “Our guests are family,” says owner Domenic Spano. Try the pizza and pasta dishes or the special balsamic chicken salad. $

Mountain High Pizza 249 Route 15, Jericho, 899-3718 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards. What do Mount Olympus, Mauna Loa and the Swiss Alps have in common? They’re all specialty pies at this small pizzeria. $

New York Pizza Oven 794 West Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, 658-0925 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Pair the “margarita de casa” with the chicken Parmesan pie at this New York-themed pizzeria. Yankees memorabilia adds to the ambiance. $

Picasso’s Pizza 18 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston, 879-2020 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Craving a gourmet pizza with fresh ingredients?

Try the Thai chicken, beefy Mexican or Hawaiian paradise. You can also buildyour-own on a white or whole wheat crust.

Dine in, take out or get it delivered. $

Pizza Putt 1205 Airport Parkway, South Burlington, 862-7888, www.pizzaputt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards.

Come in for the homemade pizza — with or without the laser tag. Everything’s cooked fresh daily in this 150-seat family-friendly restaurant. $

Purple Knight Pizza & Deli 186 College Parkway, Colchester, 655-6565 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. This combo pizzeria and deli gives customers lots of eating options, including the signature spinachand-tomato pizza with ricotta cheese. $

Rocky’s NY Pizza 201 Cornerstone Drive, Taft Farm Shopping Center, Williston, 878-5556 & 39 Park Street, Essex Junction, 878-4441 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

New York native and owner Rocky Leary has gained a reputation for his stuffed pizza. Creemees available in summer. $

Underhill Country Store See “Deli/Sandwich”

Zachary’s Pizza

Three locations in this region: 1250 Williston Road, South Burlington, 864-9817 & 197 Route 7, Hannaford Plaza, Milton, 893-6111 & 38 Main Street, Richmond, 434-4002 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. This family pizzeria makes a kid-sanctioned “red dog” pie — a pizza topped with hot dogs. Adults love the Mexican, chicken Alfredo and the Zachary’s special — it comes with “the works.” $

Zachary’s Pizza & Bar

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133 Heineberg Drive, Colchester, 862-7900 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. People flock here for speciality pizzas and fresh salads. Locals enjoy cocktails and the full menu at the cozy bar. $

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22 Main Street, Winooski, 655-7888 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Memorabilia from the Big Apple accents the walls, while customers indulge in the famous chicken-pesto pizza pie. $

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Banana Winds Café and Pub

1200 Airport Drive, South Burlington, 862-6410 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Burlington International Airport’s only restaurant serves sandwiches and light dinner items until 7 p.m. And you can keep your shoes on. $$

1 Towne Marketplace, Essex Junction, 879-0752 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. This pub-deli has live music and karaoke, and features open mic the first Saturday of every month. Try the homemade clam chowder and chili. $

Cody’s Irish Pub & Grille 4 Carmichael Street, Essex, 878-1543 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. This place has pool tables, seven televisions, cheeseburgers marinated in Guinness — and it’s close to the movie theater. $$

Hooters 1705 Williston Road, South Burlington, 660-8658 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: TV, karaoke, no cover. Watch sports on 21 TVs while you chow down on wings, quesadillas and half-pound burgers. Trivia night on Tuesday and karaoke on Wednesday. And of course, “friendly Hooters girls.” $

James Moore Tavern

4302 Bolton Access Road, Bolton Valley, 434-6826, www.boltonvalley.com/ winter/dining.htm n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. This seasonal spot near the ski slopes serves soups, burgers, sandwiches and more. Catch live entertainment Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. $$

McKee’s Pub & Grill See “American”

Old Shed Bar & Grill 80 Shelburne Shopping Plaza, Shelburne, 985-9800 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. This local pub keeps customers coming back for its Texas dogs and chicken wings. Karaoke every Saturday night. $

Olde Yankee Restaurant See “American”

Rathskeller Restaurant and Lounge 4 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester, 655-9792 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, late-night food. This country pub serves up hamburgers, steaks and hot sandwiches for lunch and light fare at night. Outdoor seating is available in summer. $

Tuckaway’s Pub 870 Williston Road, Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 865-6620, sheraton. com/burlington n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This cozy English pub “feels like home,” says the Sheraton’s Allen Hebert.

But does your home offer a selection of local microbrews on tap, build-your-own burgers and a big screen TV? Also features outdoor seating in summer and UVM sports memorabilia on the walls. $$

Seafood Ray’s Seafood Market 7 Pinecrest Drive, Essex Junction, 879-3611, www.raysseafoodmarket.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards. This lighthousethemed seafood spot offers fried and baked haddock, whole-belly clams and “about anything you can imagine,” says manager Janice Clark. $

Sirloin Saloon 2545 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-2200, www.sirloinsaloon.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This Southwestern-themed steakhouse has a motto: “Serving you steak, seafood and smiles.” Try the house favorite — teriyaki sirloin with a side of sautéed mushrooms. $$

Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub 1076 Williston Road, South Burlington, 862-6585, www.windjammerrestaurant. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. Hand-cut steaks, juicy prime-rib and fresh seafood keep ‘em coming back.

Check out the unique, boat-shaped salad bar. The Upper Deck serves lighter pub fare, microbrews and an extensive selection of wines in a sports-bar atmosphere. $$$

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Rotisserie Restaurant 1355 Williston Road, South Burlington, 658-1838 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Try the prime rib at this friendly neighborhood sports bar and steakhouse. $$

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In the tradition of Emeril Lagasse and Wolfgang Puck, Michel Mahe likes to keep multiple irons in the fire. A Cornell grad, the French-accented chef left Ferrisburgh’s Starry Night Café to open the Black Sheep Bistro in Vergennes. He also designed the initial menu at Montpelier’s Black Door Bistro and recently opened The Bearded Frog in Shelburne.

There’s nothing cookie-cutter about any of Mahe’s eateries — particularly the funky Black Sheep, which was selected three years in a row by Seven Days readers as “best place to have dinner outside Chittenden County — if you’re paying.” The restaurant is cozy and inviting, from the French art to the accommodating staff. On any given night, the intimate dining rooms are filled with families, friends and, of course, couples. Mahe says eating there with your partner can be like “having a nice little dinner for two at home — with more people.”

This way, though, you don’t have to whip up a ginger-poached pear and spinach salad with gorgonzola, pine nuts and maple dressing. Or a labor-intensive lobster ravioli appetizer with a tarragon beurre blanc. It’s hard to choose from among so many appealing entrées: rack of lamb with savory rosemary demi-glace, or bacon-andbrie-stuffed chicken breast finished in balsamic cream? The complimentary French fries — served family-style, in combination with garlicky mashed potatoes — are crispy and delicious, and they go well with a trio of dipping sauces.

One of the best things about the Black Sheep, besides the tasty food, is that the prices are standardized across the menu. This means hungry diners will never have to forgo the filet because of cost: Currently, all appetizers are $6 and all entrées are $17. The romantic Black Sheep Bistro won’t fleece you.

Which leaves plenty of cash left over for . . . a ring? “A lot of people propose here,” Mahe says. “So far, nobody has ever said no.”

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Black Sheep Bistro

Standing Out In Our Field Chef Michel Mahé delivers great food in a casual atmosphere for an exceptional value.

Come to the Black Sheep Bistro and experience what everyone raves about.

All Soups & Starters $6 • All Entrées $17 A Sampling of Our Menu: Capered Salmon Cakes withWasabi Crème Fraiche Lobster Ravioli, Tarragon Beurre Blanc • Venison Eggroll with Dijon Mustard Sauce Scallops with Yellow Thai Curry & Pineapple Sauce • Roasted Duck Breast with Maple Demi Glace Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Whiskey Caramel Sauce Coffee Rubbed Lamb Loin with Rosemary Demi Glace

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99 Maple Street, Middlebury, 388-3101 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Classic Chinese. Check out the lunch-time combos. $

Wokky’s Chinese 17 Main Street, Bristol, 453-4888 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: take-out, table service. The owners recommend the Mongolian beef. $$

Bakery Bristol Bakery & Café American Amigos Cantina See “Latin-Mexican”

Hungry Bear on Main Street 193 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-2131, www.hungrybearvt.webs.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, takeout, table service, credit cards. Serving America’s favorites: pizza, steak, pork chops, popcorn chicken and hand-cut fries. Look for Vergennes history all over the walls. No lunch on Mondays. $$

The Middlebury Inn 14 Court Square, Middlebury, 388-4961, www.middleburyinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Experience classic New England cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients. Come for lunch, dinner or “afternoon tea.”

Reservations recommended. $$$

Middlebury Market and Sama’s Cafe See “Eclectic”

Mister Up’s Restaurant 25 Bakery Lane, Middlebury, 388-6724 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Dig into “thumbs and toes” — a.k.a. boneless chicken wings — or “dirty steak” in the bar or on the porch overlooking Otter Creek. $$

Rosie’s Restaurant 886 Route 7, Middlebury, 388-7052 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Families flock to this modern diner for big breakfasts, as well as pork platters, chicken Parmesan and stir-fry. $

Starry Night Café 5371 Route 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316, www.starrynightcafe.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover. The hand-crafted decor is as distinctive as the dining at this intimate café overlooking a pond. $$$$

Two Brothers Tavern 86 Main Street, Middlebury, 388-0002, www.twobrotherstavern. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, darts, TV, no cover.

Food, drink, local live entertainment — you can find it all at this charismatic tavern. Don’t miss the weekend brunch with its “build-yourown-Bloody-Mary” bar. $$

Waybury Inn 457 East Main Street, East Middlebury, 388-4015, www.wayburyinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Once the setting for “The Bob Newhart Show,” this charming New England inn has a pub and a more traditional dining room. Try the steaks or rack of lamb. $$

15 Main Street, Bristol, 453-3280 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access.

Now under new ownership, serving baked goods, homemade soups, sandwiches and salads. Vegan and gluten-free options are always available. $

Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op Café See “Deli/Sandwich”

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May Garden Chinese Restaurant

Otter Creek Bakery 14 College Street, Middlebury, 388-3371, www.ottercreekbakery.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, catering.

Delicious soups, salads and sandwiches are all made on site. Now using organic flours in the classic pastries, cookies and cakes.

Wedding cakes available by special order. $

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Bar Antidote 3 North Green Street, Vergennes, 877-2555, www.barantidote.com n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Services: credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover, late-night food.

Vergennes’ only late-night food option is located above the historic Stevens House. Check out the cool decor and local art in the lounge.

The pub menu features quesadillas, shrimp cocktail and an artisan cheese plate. $ Average Dinner Bill for Two:

Reggie’s Tavern 31 Main Street, Bristol, 453-2774 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. Owner Jeremy Revell describes this pub as a “relaxed local bar,” with video games, a jukebox and a pool table.

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Barbecue Ferrisburgh Roadhouse CafE/Bistro 3 Squares 221 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-2772, n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. This food emporium offers local products, coffee drinks, a deli and “creative-casual” food. Weekend eggs Benedict specials. Seasonal light-fare dinner menu. $

4Black Sheep Bistro 253 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-9991 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards. A casual yet romantic bistro decorated with prints from France.

Seven Days readers voted it “the best place to have dinner outside Chittenden County if you’re paying.” Enjoy al fresco dining on the patio in summertime. $$$

The Bobcat Café 5 Main Street, Bristol, 453-3311, www. bobcatcafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

This community-based café dishes out contemporary comfort food, much of which originates on Vermont farms. There’s live music every Thursday night. $$

Café 206 206 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-3004 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. A selection of soups, salads and sandwiches — and a daily quiche — keep the lunch crowd coming. There’s room for 20. $

The Middlebury Inn

3 Mill Street, Middlebury, 388-1063 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Enjoy Otter Creek-side dining at this unique café set in a 19th-century mill building. $$$

The Red Mill at Basin Harbor Club 4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, 475-2317, www.basinharbor.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, darts, TV, no cover. Originally a sawmill during the Revolutionary War, this restaurant has an eclectic menu — try the grouper en papillote.

There’s also live entertainment and a dance floor. $$

Coffee/Tea Carol’s Hungry Mind Café 24 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-0101 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. Nightlife: live music, no cover. There’s more to this coffeeshop than java varieties: open mic for teens on the first Friday of each month and occasional live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Try the muffins, pastries and desserts. $

Deli/Sandwich Almost Home 28 North Street, Bristol, 453-5775, www.almosthomemarket.net n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. This restaurant and country-store market offers take-home meals, salads, soups and a wide assortment of pastries. There’s also an espresso bar. $

Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op Café 1 Washington Street, Middlebury, 388-7276 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Chef Marsha Hyatt boasts she’s got “the best salad bar in town,” as well as hotbar items made from local, organic products.

Features include freshly prepared sandwiches and wraps, hearty entrées, a coffee bar and baked goods. Eat-in or “grab & go.” In the summer, there’s outdoor seating. $

Noonie’s Deli 137 Maple Street, Marbleworks, Middlebury, 388-0014 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, catering. Voted “the best and biggest sandwich in town” by the Addison Eagle. The homemade bread is legendary. $

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Diner Ferrisburgh Roadhouse 2842 Route 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-3599 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. There’s “a lot of table-to-table talk” at this half-centuryold, local family restaurant. The fresh turkey and hamburgers are favorites at lunch. At dinner, it’s steak and barbecue. $$

Kinfolks Kuntry Restaurant 567 Rockydale Road, Bristol, 453-4422 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service.

Homemade foods are the rule at this familyfriendly establishment formerly known as the Squirrel’s Nest. The chipped beef on toast sells out every Saturday. The bread pudding gets raves, too. $

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161 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-9996 n Closed: Mon. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards, catering.

The latest edible addition to Vergennes emphasizes organic: Look for fresh salads, wraps and noodle dishes for lunch and early dinner. Sunday brunch is served from 8 a.m - 3 p.m. Closed Sunday nights and Mondays.

A spacious room above the restaurant is available for rent. $

Steve’s Park Diner

Middlebury Bagel & Delicatessen

66 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-3297 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards. You can get breakfast all day — and maybe a glimpse of Middlebury writer Jay Parini — at this downtown diner where everybody knows each other’s name. $

11 Washington Street, Middlebury, 388-0859 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service.

At this 27-year-old restaurant, they make everything from scratch. Try an omelette or a bagel-egg-sausage concoction called the “J.J. Bagelegger.” $

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Eclectic Cubber’s 8 Main Street, Bristol, 453-2400 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. Come in for subs or pizza at this communityoriented restaurant with outside summer seating. $

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The Big House was built in the mid1800’s. This beautiful Victorian house was part of a 266 acre farm that reached from Spear Street to Shelburne Bay.

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We use the freshest ingredients from farmers who have sustainable practices. We serve farm-fresh food prepared from scratch through the day.

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4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, 475-2311, www.basinharbor.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, no cover. Jacket and tie are required at this seasonal restaurant. Dinner dancing is on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays during the summer. Sunday jazz brunch from mid-June to Labor Day. $$$$$

Mary’s Restaurant at The Inn at Baldwin Creek 1868 North Route 116, Bristol, 453-2432, www.innatbaldwincreek. com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: breakfast, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, sometimes cover. A Vermont Fresh Net founder and long-time advocate of local products, chef-owner Doug Mack operates out of a 200-year-old farmhouse. Breakfast served on weekends. $$$

Middlebury Market and Sama’s Cafe 54 College Street, Middlebury, 388-6408, www.middleburymarketandcafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. College students, professionals and construction workers dig the take-out meals, as well as fresh salads, sandwiches and wood-fired pizza.

There’s also ice cream and soft serve. $

24 Main Street, Bristol, 453-2525 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Breafast specials served until 2 p.m. Try the popular eggs Benedict or their homemade corned beef hash. $

Swift House Inn 25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury, 388-9925, www.swifthouseinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. The menu in this 190year-old mansion ranges from Mediterranean to traditional Vermont. $$$

Tully & Marie’s 7 Bakery Lane, Middlebury, 388-4182, www.tullyandmaries.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This three-story, riverside restaurant has a fusion-style menu and a noteworthy wine list. The pad Thai and burgers are bestsellers. $$$

Euro Christophe’s on the Green 5 North Green Street, Vergennes, 877-3413, www.christophesonthegreen. com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, catering. Unique to the area, this upscale yet unpretentious restaurant has been serving innovative French cuisine since 1995. The menu changes with the seasons.

Drinks include spirits as well as a generous list of wines. Closed for the month of January. $$$$

Mountain Greens Market 25 Mountain View Street, Bristol, 453-8538 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. A healthy selection of hormone-free, local meat dishes complement vegan and vegetarian options in this store that sells organic produce, natural groceries and Vermont microbrews. $

Roland’s Place 1796 House 3629 Ethan Allen Highway, New Haven, 453-6309, www.rolands 1796house.com n Closed: Mon., Tues.

Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Try the potato-crusted chicken at this scenic restaurant that doubles as a bed-and-breakfast. The owner’s son says it’s a great place to propose. Hours of operation vary seasonally. $$$

Fast Food A&W Drive-In Route 7, Middlebury, 388-2876 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. The last car-hop stand in New England is a must-taste. Root-beer floats, rollerskates, cheeseburgers, hand-cut French fries and falafel add to the experience. $

Village Creeme Stand 41 West Street, Bristol, 453-6034 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. You get a mountain view from the picnic tables at this seasonal fast-food joint known for its generous portions of soft-serve ice cream. $

Indian Taste of India 1 Bakery Lane, Middlebury, 388-4856, www.tasteofindia.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. The only Indian restaurant in town overlooks Otter Creek. Meat is cooked to order in a charcoal-fired clay oven. Bread is also made fresh. Try the vegetarian or nonvegetarian thali — each one comes with an array of dishes and condiments. Buffet on Sunday. $$

Latin-Mexican Amigos Cantina 22 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-3624 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This Mexican-American restaurant turns out wings by the pound. Or try the fajitas, firecrackers or fried ice cream. $$

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Angela’s Pub 86 Main Street, Middlebury, 388-6936 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, karaoke, no cover. Owner Scott Sperry boasts he’s got “the busiest entertainment spot in Addison County.” Open mic happens once a month and karaoke is every Tuesday. Bands and DJs guarantee dancing Thursday through Saturday.

City Limits Nite Club 14 Green Street, Vergennes, 877-6919 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. The Champlain Valley’s hottest rock ‘n’ roll bands swing by this establishment, but there’s never a cover.

Owner Brett Ward says the clientèle ranges from the barely legal up to age 75.

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137 Maple Street, Middlebury, 388-3300, www.americanflatbread. com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards. On Friday and Saturday nights, stop by for famous flatbreads made with local and organic ingredients and cooked in a wood-fired clay oven. $$

Green Peppers Restaurant 10 Washington Street, Middlebury, 388-3164, www.greenpeppers restaurant.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This 20-year-old restaurant creates custom-made salads, grinders and pasta from scratch, in addition to fresh-baked pizza. $

141 Main Street, Vergennes, 877-6873 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. Specialty pizzas and calzones sell well at this family-oriented eatery that has been a local hangout for over 30 years. Seasonal outdoor seating is available. $

Neil & Otto’s Pizza 52 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-6776, www.neilandottos.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, no cover. The carpet at this kid-friendly joint is decorated with pictures of pizzas. Try specialties such as the “Phat Needham,” with barbecue sauce, pineapple, chicken and garlic. $

Rockydale Pizza 372 Rocky Dale Road, Bristol, 453-4545 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. ”At most pizzerias, people leave the crust,” says manager Joe Paquette. “But not here.” He recommends “the works.” $

Pub Food Mister Up’s Restaurant See “American”

Shoreham Inn 51 Inn Road, Shoreham, 897-5081, www. shorehaminn.com n Closed: Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This 40-seat restaurant — in a 200year-old inn — has the feel of a British pub.

The food’s better, though. Try the slow-cooked beef and Guinness stew. $$

Steakhouse Fire & Ice Restaurant 26 Seymour Street, Middlebury, 388-7166, www.fireandicerestaurant. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, darts, TV, no cover. This popular steakhouse has stood the test of time, with historic decor and a massive salad bar. Lunch served Friday through Sunday. $$$

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At Rainbow Sweets in Marshfield, the conversation is as good as the pastries, and that’s saying a lot. Bill Tecosky, who owns the café and bakery with his wife, Trish, is blessed with the gift of gab. It’s in evidence when he runs through the daily specials — the delivery is more performance art than recitation. While remarking on the wonders of his signature St. Honoré pastry — which he calls “Johnny Depp on a Plate” — the 57-year-old advises against sharing. Why? “Acute pastry envy,” he warns. “I’ve seen it a million times, and pastry counselors are hard to come by.”

Tecosky has a way with words. So do many of his patrons — Jane Shore, Howard Norman, Joyce Johnson and David Mamet are all regulars. In his book South of the Northeast Kingdom, Mamet mentions friendly gatherings at Rainbow Sweets. He also notes a local tradition of bringing newborns over for a weigh-in on the bakery’s pastry scale. Gesturing at a corner table, Tecosky claims “great novels” have been written on the premises.

Plenty of delicious food has been served here, too. Global specials such as Moroccan b’stilla, Greek spanakopita and South American empanadas make you forget you’re in small-town Vermont; each comes with a generous side salad. After lunch, Tecosky may inquire whether you’re experiencing “a carbohydrate deficiency.” Afflicted customers are “his favorite people,” and boy, does he have a cure. The pastry case is full of decadent delights such as Napoleons with pastry cream and cherry jam, caramel nut tarts and chocolate-covered toffee. And, of course, the “Johnny Depps.”

Tecosky says his favorite part of owning a restaurant is hearing people actually moan when they try his pastries. He reports, “I’ve been watching people legally release endorphins here for 31 years.”

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Elements

1162 North Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury Common, 586-9619, www. innonthecommon.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service. Chef-owner Jim Lamberti also accommodates non-guests in the candlelit dining room. The menu changes regularly. Closed in April and November. $$$$

38 Elm Street, Montpelier, 223-0436 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Chef-owner Ornon Jilandhari grew up in Thailand, where his mother taught him how to cook. No lunch on Sundays. $

Wayside Restaurant & Bakery

Delicate Decadence Pastry Shop and Café

98 Mill Street, St. Johnsbury, 748-8400, www.elementsfood.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. ”People are always saying, ‘God, I feel like I’m in Soho,’” says Keith Chamberlin, one of four partners behind this unique eatery. Try the smoked trout and apple cake with tomato-ginger jam and wasabi créme fraîche. $$$

George’s Place 14 Don Camp Drive, South Barre, 476-1196 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, table service. Formerly a ceramics building, this café now “throws” omelettes and French toast. Open only for breakfast. $

Main Street Grill & Bar 118 Main Street, Montpelier, 223-3188, www.necidining.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, TV, no cover, late-night food.

This restaurant, lounge and pub run by the New England Culinary Institute showcases “contemporary American fare in a casual atmosphere.” Try the grilled New York steak or the beer-battered fish ‘n’ chips. $$

Rustic Restaurant Motel and Sports Bar 451 Route 12, Northfield Falls, 485-6363, www.rustic-inn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover, late-night food. This sports bar featuring a pub menu is “meat and potatoes,” says owner Mark Ruel.

Try the “rustic” fried mushrooms or the made-to-order potato chips. Featuring lunch on weekends only. $$

Sheryl’s Grill & Deli 131 South Main Street, Barre, 476-5257 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, catering. Grab a sandwich, soup or pasta to go, or sit and stay. Lots of options for dessert, too. $

Soup ‘n’ Greens 325 North Main Street, Barre, 479-9862 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. The chicken cacciatore is popular at this family-style restaurant with a full menu and salad bar. $

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Asian Bamboo Gardens 115 South Main Street, Barre, 476-9400 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. No surprises here — just sweet-and-sour chicken and other popular Chinese dishes, such as pu pu platter and sizzling beef or shrimp. $

China Star Chinese Restaurant Two locations in this region: 15 North Main Street, Northfield, 485-9433 & 15 Main Street, Montpelier, 223-0808 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Get your sesame chicken to sit down or take out. $

China Town Restaurant 306 North Main, Barre, 479-1999 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. Dishing out General Tso’s to Central Vermont for more than 15 years. Owner John Yeung says, “We know what we’re doing.” $

House of Tang 114 River Street, Montpelier, 223-6020, www.houseoftang.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Kids 10 and under eat for half-price at this buffet-style restaurant serving “Sizzling Seafood Wor Bar” and other Asian dishes. $

Ming Moon Buffet Chinese Restaurant 1400 Route 302, Barre, 476-8880 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards. According to the owners, “Everyone who comes here always comes back.” $

Bakery

15 Cottage Street, Suite 5, Barre, 479-7948 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: takeout, credit cards. Pastry chef Michelle Lunde stocks the display case at this bakery-café that also has an espresso bar. Find breakfast pastries, cakes and confections as well as a limited selection of breads. Wedding cakes are also available. $

Gesine Confectionary & Gourmet Market 279 Elm Street, Montpelier, 224-9930, www.gesine.com n Closed: Mon., Tues.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: web menu, take-out, credit cards. There’s no table service at this high-end bakery, but you can order pastries, coffee drinks and tea at the counter. Try the famous macaroons and the panini on homemade bread. Gesine’s is also a wine shop and a gourmet grocery. $

La Brioche 89 Main Street, Montpelier, 229-0443, www.necidining.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. The New England Culinary Institute runs this European-style café, where a window on the kitchen lets you to watch the preparation of pastries, artisan breads and cakes. Try the bagged lunches. $

Maple Valley Country Store See “Eclectic”

4Rainbow Sweets 1689 Route 2, Marshfield, 426-3531 n Closed: Tues. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. A popular hangout for local writers and poets, this rural café promotes handmade, Europeanstyle pastries. There’s homemade pizza on Friday and Saturday nights. Closed from March through mid-May. $

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The Backstretch

Charlie O’s 70 Main Street, Montpelier, 223-6820 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, karaoke, no cover. This local hangout has live music at least four nights a week — from jazz, blues and funk to alternative, rockabilly and bluegrass. Karaoke on Tuesday night.

Hunger Mountain Co-op

Defelice’s

Kismet

Pinky’s

10 Keith Avenue, Barre, 479-5664 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover.

There’s more here than “the oldest bar in town.” Thursday is karaoke. A professional DJ takes over on Friday and Saturday nights.

Gusto’s

That’s Life Soup

28 Prospect Street, Barre, 476-7919, www.gustosbar.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, pool, TV, sometimes cover, latenight food. Classic rock bands shake it up Friday and Saturday nights; ping pong, golf simulator and backyard horseshoes entertain local devotees the rest of the week. $

41 Elm Street, Montpelier, 223-5333 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Chef-owner Pam Root takes the soupsandwich-salad model to homemade heights, in an American-folk-style dining room. $$

Barbecue

Coffee/Tea

Finkerman’s Riverside BBQ

Capitol Grounds

188 River Street, Montpelier, 229-2295, www.finkermans.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Pork prevails at this family-friendly barbecue joint overlooking the Winooski River. Don’t miss the cheddar-jalapeno grits, fresh seafood and Mexican specialties. $$

CafE/Bistro All Fired Up Bistro See “Pizzeria”

Black Door Bar & Bistro 44 Main Street, Montpelier, 223-7070, www.blackdoorvt.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, sometimes cover, late-night food. This second-floor bistro serves New York strip steak, pan-seared tuna and Misty Knoll chicken in a New Orleans noir, ‘30s atmosphere. Live jazz and funk three nights a week. $$

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623 Stone Cutters Way, Montpelier, 223-8000, www.hungermountain.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. Eat outside, or enjoy the river view through a 25-foot-long window. Check out the veggie-friendly prepared foods, hot bar and salad bar. $

207 Barre Street, Montpelier, 223-8646, www.kismetkitchen.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, takeout, table service, catering. Cuisine with conscience. The owners are all about carefully sourced local and sustainable food. DIY options abound — anything can be made vegetarian, and plenty of gluten-free choices are available. $

Danny’s Pub

Capitol Grounds

Rainbow Sweets See “Bakery”

27 State Street, Montpelier, 223-7800, www.capitolgrounds.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. The philosophy is: “If coffee is a basic need, Capitol Grounds is an essential visit.” In addition to coffee, espresso and tea, they serve soups, sandwiches, pastries and light fare. $

Coffee Corner See “Diner”

Gesine Confectionary & Gourmet Market See “Bakery”

Langdon Street Café

4 Langdon Street, Montpelier, 223-8667, www.langdonstreetcafe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover.

This community coffeeshop is an all-ages gathering spot. Some come for food — hot sandwiches, soup, coffee, beer and hot cider.

Others appreciate the live entertainment, which ranges from music to poetry. $

Mayo Block, Main Street, Northfield, 4854700 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering.

Try the salads or specialty sandwiches such as “Ham With a Plan.” Kelly Defelice, the owner’s wife, describes the decor as “early-American yard sale.” $

14 State Street, Montpelier, 223-1300 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards, catering. Eleven special sandwiches, from “rock the sugar shack” to “my hero,” are on the menu at this sassy deli and gift shop. You can also buy unusual candy and jam. Open Saturdays from June through December.

Simply Subs 70 North Main Street, Barre, 479-2423 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. For 15 years, this sub shop has served generous portions of pizza, sandwiches and desserts to local workers. Try the house special — a ham, turkey and bacon combo. $

Uncle Mike’s Deli 8 State Street, Montpelier, 229-6788 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. This lunch spot near the corner of State and Maine keeps legislators in wraps, sandwiches, soups and cookies. Daily specials, too. $

Diner Coffee Corner 83 Main Street, Montpelier, 229-9060, www.coffeecorner.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Bryan Mitofsky’s old-fashioned diner dishes out breakfast and lunch. Try the Eggs O’Bryan with homemade corned-beef hash. Separate grill used for vegetarian dishes. $ Average Dinner Bill for Two:

Common Café 12 Depot Square, Northfield, 485-4011 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Look for the classics here — eggs, hamburgers, and biscuits and gravy — as well as weekend specials such as crabmeat omelettes.

Breakfast ‘til 3 p.m. on weekdays. $

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30 Summer Street, Barre, 479-9712 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. Owner Chuck Bradley describes this as a “blue-collar bar” with a USA Race Game and plenty of popcorn. Watch racing on the big screen TVs every Sunday, or play pool.

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3689 Route 14, East Calais, 456-9900, www.thefarmhousecafe.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Sat. Meals: brunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. In this casual farmhouse setting, the global menu of upscale comfort food changes daily. Catering services are available year round. During the winter, dining is by reservation only. $$$

74 South Main Street, Hardwick, 472-5701 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Seat yourself at Hardwick’s homestyle diner, where everything is fresh and homemade. Locals love the $12.99 steak dinner — your choice of a Delmonico or T-bone from a local farm.

For dessert, try the coconut cream or lemon meringue pie. $$

Finkerman’s Riverside BBQ

Red Kettle Family Restaurant

Kismet

165 Route 12 South, Northfield, 485-4336 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. At this drive-in diner, snowmobiles, motorcycles, classic cars and bikers pull up for pot roast, beer-battered fish, ice cream shakes and sundaes. $

Wayside Restaurant & Bakery 1873 Route 302, Berlin, 223-6611 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Established in 1918, this in-house restaurant and full-service bakery has a menu that reflects its age. The place for old-fashioned comfort food. $

Eclectic Ariel’s Restaurant 29 Stone Road, Brookfield , 276-3939, www.arielsrestaurant.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Restaurateur Richard Fink and chef Lee Duberman have been serving “sophisticated, healthy food” at this destination restaurant for 10 years. The pub area is slightly more casual than the dining room. $$$$

Chef’s Table

118 Main Street, Montpelier, 229-9202, www.necidining.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Watch New England Culinary Institute students prepare your meal at the capital city’s fine-dining eatery. The restaurant boasts “regional ingredients, innovative cuisine and gracious service in an intimate setting.” $$$$

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Lippitt’s Restaurant & Morgan’s Pub 665 Stock Farm Road, Randolph, 728-5575, www.threestallioninn.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. At the Three Stallion Inn, the chefs emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients. Relax in the casual pub or opt for the elegant dining room. $$$

Main Street Grill & Bar See “American”

Maple Valley Country Store Route 2, Plainfield, 454-8626 n Closed: Wed. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. It’s a café, take-out place and gift shop under one roof. Popular foods include the homemade bread and baked goods, breakfast sandwiches and fruit-topped waffles. Smoothies are big, too. Open from May through December. $

Restaurant Phoebe 52 State Street, Montpelier, 2623500, www.restaurantphoebe.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Chef Aaron Millon describes the cuisine, made with fresh, local ingredients, as “New American with Italian roots.” Lunch on weekdays. $$$

Rhapsody Café 28 Main Street, Montpelier, 229-6112, www.rhapsodynaturalfoods.org n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Everything’s vegan except some of the egg rolls and sushi at this buffet-style natural-foods emporium. $

River Run Restaurant 58 Main Street, Plainfield, 454-1246 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Owner Jimmy Kennedy runs this Southern-themed restaurant famous for pulled pork, catfish gumbo, smoked chicken omelettes and fried oysters.

The restaurant also makes and bottles its own sauces. In winter, dinner is served Wednesday through Saturday only. $$

Round Table at Days Inn 173 South Main Street, Barre, 476-6678 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This intimate eatery within Barre’s Days Inn serves breakfast every day except Mondays. Dinner service starts in May. $

Sambel’s Restaurant & Catering 2000 Airport Road, Berlin, 223-6776, www.sambels.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This quaint restaurant with nice views of Camel’s Hump serves dinners with a cheese course, family-style salad and an entrée with one side and sherbet. “Magic hour” from 4:30 from 5:30 comes with comfort-food specials for either $7.95 or $9.95. Lunch on weekdays $$

Sean and Nora’s 276 North Main Street, Barre, 476-7326, www.seanandnoras.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Featuring “food from America’s neighborhoods,” this restaurant is known for everything from Kansas City filet mignon to meatloaf. No lunch on Sundays. $$

Suzanna’s Restaurant 3470 Airport Road, Berlin, 229-6164 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This restaurant satisfies diners with comfort-food favorites like baked haddock and tenderloin tips. There’s no lunch on Saturdays, and breakfast is the only meal served on Sundays. $$

Fast Food River’s Edge Snackbar Route 2, Starch Factory, Marshfield, 4264088 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, table service. The back deck of this eatery overlooks the Winooski River. Order the freshcut fries. $

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Golden Palace

379 North Main Street, Barre, 479-3259 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Traditional, affordable ItalianAmerican cuisine featuring family recipes and locally made pasta. The pizzas come in varieties such as “Triple Z” and “Italian Stallion.” $

101 Northfield Street, Montpelier, 224-7007 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Look for traditional North Indian cuisine at this hot spot between Northfield and Montpelier — and soon, weekend karaoke. Check out the Sunday lunch buffet. $$

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15 Barre Street, Montpelier, 229-5721 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering.

Conveniently located across from the Savoy cinema, this small, laid-back pizzeria is popular among families and dinner-and-a-movie couples. $

Del’s Pizza and Pasta House 248 North Main Street, Barre, 476-6684 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Since 1976, this family-oriented restaurant has been dishing out pizza, subs, steaks and seafood. Tacos, too. $

Girasole 23 Berlin Street, Montpelier, 229-5122, www.girasolevt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. The wood-fired oven turns out all kinds of pizzas, from the “Porker” to the allveggie “Farmer’s Favorite.” Mediterranean-style pasta and seafood dishes, too. Family-friendly booth seating. $$

Hilltop Restaurant 241 Quarry Hill Road, Barre, 4792129, www.central-vt.com/web/ hilltop n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. The half-century-old Italian pasta house has become a local landmark. How about that chicken scallopini? Banquet facilities for up to 140 people. $$

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Positive Pie & Positive Pie 2 See “Pizzeria”

Sarducci’s

3 Main Street, Montpelier, 2230229, www.sarduccisrestaurant. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards, bar service. A custom-built wood-burning oven cranks out authentic Italian fare such as “pollo al forno.” The busy dining room is a popular gathering place. No lunch on Sundays. $$

latIn-MexIcan El Sol 1457 Route 302, Berlin, 476-6480 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. Don’t let the Taco Bell building fool you; this Mexican restaurant makes everything fresh and cooks with Cabot cheese. $

Julio’s Cantina Mexican Cuisine & Margarita Bar 54 State Street, Montpelier, 229-9348, www.julioscantina. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nachos and fajitas are popular at this festive Tex-Mex restaurant. Don’t miss the organic margaritas. No lunch on Sundays. $$

nIghtclub also, see bar

Black Door Bar & Bistro See “Café-Bistro”

Charlie O’s See “Bar”

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Positive Pie 2

230 North Main Street, Barre, 479-4344 n Closed: Mon. Alcohol: full bar. Services: table service. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, sometimes cover.

This classic-rock nightclub in Barre features karaoke on Thursday, a DJ on Friday and live music on Saturday.

22 State Street, Montpelier, 229-0453, www.positivepie.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, TV, sometimes cover. This city cousin of the original Plainfield restaurant has an urban lounge feel. Serving New York-style handtossed pizza and handmade Sicilian pastas. Live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday. $$

Langdon Street Café See “Coffee/Tea”

Planet Rock 129 North Main Street, Barre, 661-0073 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar.

Nightlife: pool, TV, cover. “Exotic dancers” are the attraction here. It’s bachelor-party central.

Pizzeria All Fired Up Bistro 9 Depot Square, Barre, 476-2036, www. central-vt.com/web/allfired n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: live music, TV, sometimes cover. The wood-fired cooking is a draw at this café, which also features a bar and pool tables. Wednesday is Mexican night, and there’s live acoustic music on Thursdays. Brunch is served on Sundays. $$

Angeleno’s Pizza See “Italian”

Girasole See “Italian”

Hardwick House of Pizza Wolcott Street, Hardwick, 472-3380 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. You’ll get fast, friendly service — and all your basic pies — at this pizzeria. Get yours to go or sit in the dining room decorated with an Italian village mural. $

Montpelier Village Pizza 89 Main Street, Montpelier, 229-4333 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. The “white” pizza wows ‘em at this family restaurant. The jukebox is well used, and there’s a pool table. Dining carry-out and delivery since 1994. No lunch on Sunday. $

Positive Pie 69 Main Street, Plainfield, 454-0133, www. positivepie.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Fresh ingredients and dough made daily add authenticity to these New York-style pizzas. Bob Marley tunes add to the mellow atmosphere. $

seafood Del’s Pizza and Pasta House See “Italian”

J. Morgan’s Steakhouse See “Steakhouse”

Steakhouse Restaurant See “Steakhouse”

Uncle Joe’s Pizza & Pasta

Steakhouse

136 North Main Street, Barre, 479-9299 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Everything in this old-fashioned restaurant was trucked up from Manhattan’s Little Italy, including the stone oven. Monday night is all-you-can-eat pasta night. $

J. Morgan’s Steakhouse

Pub Food Gusto’s See “Bar”

McGillicuddy’s Irish Pub 14 Langdon Street, Montpelier, 223-2721 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. Pool tables, nine televisions and a popular beer-marinated burger recommend this Irish pub in the heart of the capital city. $$

Mulligan’s 9 Maple Avenue, Barre City, 479-5545 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover.

Formerly Jack’s Backyard, this rustic pub serves lunch and dinner. In addition to the 10 TVs with sports packages, there’s also pool, a jukebox and video games. $

Rustic Restaurant Motel and Sports Bar See “American”

The Thrush Tavern 107 State Street, Montpelier, 223-2030, www.thrushtavern.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Paul Rumley’s 34-year-old tavern was once a residence. Maybe that’s why “A lot of people think of it as home,” as he puts it. Steak, burgers and chicken are popular, and it’s close to the Statehouse $$

100 State Street, Montpelier, 223-5222, www.capitolplaza.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This lively steakhouse in the Capitol Plaza Hotel caters to meat and seafood lovers with aged and slow-roasted prime rib, bacon-wrapped filet mignon and fresh Maine lobster. A model train chugs its way around the perimeter of the dining room. $$

Steakhouse Restaurant 1239 Barre-Montpelier Road, Barre, 479-9181 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. The same family has served steak and seafood at this rustic restaurant since 1972. Includes a salad bar and a dessert bar. Catch Marko the Magician here on Friday nights. $

The Thrush Tavern See “Pub Food”

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Stowe’s only delivering pizzeria is also its most funky and accommodating. Piecasso Pizzeria and Lounge offers sizzling-hot discs, but also a comfy lounge with cosmopolitan décor and Picasso-inspired artwork, plus a few choice prints by the master himself.

The Mountain Road establishment benefits from its proximity to the slopes, but it’s also ideal for après-shopping or post-Stowe Bike Path. Drink specials and occasional live music are big draws. So are fun, DJ-driven events such as ’80s dance parties and a weekly reggae night.

Even though the dominant vibe at Piecasso is cool and casual, someone —presumably owner Eduardo Rovetto — sweats the details.

All the Vermont beers are marked as such, for example — to help folks from out of state support the local economy. The Bloody Marys and watermelon martinis aren’t made with any old vodka; they feature organic Vermont Sunshine vodka, made right in Stowe.

Choosing from among the specialty pizzas isn’t easy. “Tree hugger,” the vegetarian favorite, is topped with spinach, basil, tomatoes, garlic and onions, with mozzarella and your choice of marinara or white garlic sauce. Looking for something less PC? Have a delicious slice of “carcass,” a symphony of meat in which pepperoni, sausage, ham, bacon and meatballs converge. Or build your own pie from a list of ingredients that includes a few rarely seen options: banana peppers, fresh basil and ricotta.

All pizzas arrive on Piecasso’s amazing New York-style crust, which is perfectly crispy on the outside and just soft enough on the inside.

For those who like to mix it up, sandwiches, panini, calzones and stromboli are also available.

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Kirkwood’s Pub at Stowe Mountain Resort

Main Street Dining Room 18 Main Street, Stowe, 253-7301, www. greenmountaininn.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access.

The bountiful country breakfast buffet offers eggs, pancakes and an assortment of breads, muffins, bagels and fruit in a gracious, colonial setting. $$

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Burt’s Irish Pub

5781 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-3665, www.stowe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Ride a gondola up to this mountain-top eatery, serving lunch every day. Hours vary with the seasons. $$$$

135 Luce Hill Road, Stowe, 253-6071 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. This may well be the only Irish pub in Vermont owned by a Colombian. No cheeseburgers, no fries. “It’s more like your mother’s cooking,” says owner Janet Martinez. $

Charlie B’s Pub & Restaurant at Stoweflake 1746 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7355, www.stoweflake.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This upscale pub offers 50 wines by the glass and a large selection of appetizers in addition to pasta, burgers and fish. During the winter, come for après ski; live music Fridays and Saturdays during the summer and winter. $$$$

The Charlmont Restaurant 116 Route 15, Morrisville, 888-8865 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This friendly neighborhood restaurant serves up traditional American cooking. Chef Bob Kourkoulis — formerly of the Lincoln Inn — also prepares Mediterranean specialties. $

Dutch Pancake Café See “Café-Bistro”

Harrison’s Restaurant and Bar 25 Main Street, Stowe, 253-7773 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Located in historic Stowe Village, this relaxed restaurant specializes in appetizers, salads, pasta, steak and seafood.

Check out the homemade desserts. $$$

Hilary’s Restaurant 65 Northgate Plaza, Route 100, Morrisville, 888-5352 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Here “eclectic American fare” means “sandwich wrappers,” chicken pot pie, steaks and fresh seafood. $$

Hob Knob Inn & Restaurant See “Steakhouse”

Route 108 South at Smugglers’ Notch, Jeffersonville, 644-1247, www.smuggs.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This hot tourist spot with mountain views specializes in steak and seafood dishes. Catch tableside entertainment at certain times of year. $$

Rimrock’s Mountain Tavern 394 Mountain Road, Suite 5, Stowe, 253-9593 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, no cover, late-night food. Eaters of all ages appreciate the gourmet pizza, wings and salads. Check out the Adirondack-style bar with occasional live music and DJs. $$

Rusty Nail Bar & Grille See “Nightclub”

The Shed Restaurant and Brewery 1859 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4765 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover, late-night food.

The 42-year-old restaurant is also a brewery.

Even the Shed burger is cooked in beer.

There’s live music Wednesday nights, and pub specials Monday through Friday. $$

Steve & Erika’s Restaurant 14 Barrows Road, Stowe, 253-8485, www. tenacreslodge.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: table service, credit cards, bar service. The bananas foster are prepared tableside at this chef-owned and operated restaurant on the grounds of Ten Acres Lodge. Check out the exclusive wine list. $$$$

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Cape Cod Road, Stowe, 253-4895, www. stowe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. This seasonal restaurant by the golf course has a view of the Worcester range. It’s considered “a lunch spot,” but the bar menu is available from 3 to 6 p.m. $

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Stowe Inn and Tavern

Whip Bar & Grill 18 Main Street, Stowe, 253-7301, www.greenmountaininn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, takeout, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. A wide array of French-inspired creations distinguishes this upscale eatery. Try the gorgonzolacrusted filet mignon or the pan-seared pork loin with cherries and port. $$$$

Asian First Wok Chinese Restaurant 30 Fairground Plaza, Morrisville, 888-1818 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. The crispy duck is a big seller here, as are the vegetable dishes.

You’ll find this cozy take-out joint next to Hannaford’s. $

Green Dragon 8 Portland Street, Morrisville, 888-2188 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. One of three Chinese restaurants in Morrisville. Seats 25. $

Hana Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse 1128 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8878 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. The manager promises “more than sushi” at this wide-ranging Japanese restaurant. $$$

Lucky King Restaurant 394 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8888, www.gostowe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. At lunch, kids are charged 50 cents for each year up to age 12; at dinner, it’s 80 cents per year.

Try the sesame chicken or seafood dinner buffet for $8.95. $

294 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4478 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This Thai restaurant, which also serves sushi, brings a taste of Asia to the Mountain Road. The green duck curry is a fave. $$

Thai Orchid Restaurant 105 Portland Street, Morrisville, 888-5523 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. People love the pad Thai at this family-run restaurant. Try the deep-fried soft-shell crab served with spinach and broccoli in garlic sauce. $$

Wok N House 17 Lower Main Street, Johnson, 635-2288 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Try the sweet-andsour chicken at Johnson’s sole Chinese spot.

Limited seating is available. $

Wok N Roll 100 Route 15 East, Morrisville, 888-8833 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. This typical Chinese take-out spot is famous for quick service. The owners hail from Fujian, in southeast China. $

Bakery Cupboard Deli See “Deli/Sandwich”

Edelweiss Bakery & Café 325 Lower Main Street West, Johnson, 6357946 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. This bakery-café housed in an old Victorian house serves European-style dishes that change every month. They also offer pasta dinners every Wednesday evening. $

Main Street Market, Deli & Bakery See “Deli/Sandwich”

Thompson’s Flour Shop Two locations in this region: 7 Main Street, Morrisville, 888-2106, Closed: Sun; 407 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-0800, Open 7 days. n Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. Drop in for a sandwich or a cinnamon roll. Owner Kathy Thompson says, “It’s an extension of our home.”

She also makes wedding cakes. $

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Corner Pocket 21 Portland Street, Morrisville, 888-4880 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, pool, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. This biker bar holds about 60 hogs and serves hamburgers and chicken sandwiches.

Ladies Invited 1056 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-9077 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover, late-night food.

Borrowing its name from a J. Geils album, this bar offers a jukebox, video games and munchies. Area chefs stop by for the steak and cheese, Reubens and hot turkey sandwiches.

Robbie’s Wildlife Refuge Route 15, Jeffersonville, 644-8837 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. Have a beer or a burger on the back deck at this rustic, wildlife-themed bar. In the summer, you can play horseshoes or volleyball.

Barbecue Bonz Smokehouse and Grill 97 Portland Street, Morrisville, 888-6283 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Barbecued ribs and a dozen varieties of chicken wings are specialties at this family-friendly smokehouse and grill. Live music Wednesday through Saturday. Wednesday is “tribal night” with bluegrass, 40-cent wings and jello shots. $$

Fireside Tavern at Stowe Mountain Resort 5781 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-3651, www.stowe.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur., Fri. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This outdoor, prix-fixe summer-only barbecue is $14.95 for adults and $7.95 for kids. The meal includes a choice of grilled entrées, plus several side dishes and dessert. $$

Sunset Grille & Tap Room 140 Cottage Club Road, Stowe, 253-9281 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: TV, no cover, late-night food. A family restaurant and sports bar with awardwinning barbecue. Richard Haab was named 2006 Vermont Restaurateur of the year. The kitchen’s open until midnight. $$

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123 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4030, www.stoweinn.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Patrons come to this cozy tavern for the great views of Stowe and the signature chocolate martinis.

The antique mahogany bar “makes the room,” according to owner Annika Lipsky. $$$

Red Basil Thai Cuisine

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European-style cuisine featured in our three restaurants — The Dining Room, The Lounge, and The Austrian Tea Room — each with its own distinct character.

Seasonal menus to reflect both Austrian and Vermont traditions.

Weekly wine tastings, jazz pianist & harpist performing nightly. Reservations requested.

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The Colonial Café at the Golden Eagle 511 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4811, www.goldeneagleresort. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Try the Eggs Mansfield at this family-owned breakfast spot located on an 80-acre resort. $

Dutch Pancake Café 990 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-5330, www.stowegreyfoxinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. The New York Times claims you can find “the world’s most decadent breakfast” at this casual, Dutch-themed eatery. Enjoy 80 varieties of crêpe-like pancakes while surrounded by tulips and windmill motifs. $$

Edelweiss Bakery & Café See “Bakery”

Green Goddess 618 South Main, Stowe, 253-5255 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, wi-fi access. Build-your-own salad or opt for soups and sandwiches at this casualelegant café. The wasabi tuna sandwich with avocado and organic greens is a big hit. There’s a juice bar, too. $

Groovin’ Beans 38 Lower Main Street, Johnson, 635-7423 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This old Victorian house exudes “coffee-shop funk” and occasionally hosts live music. Homemade panini include the Caprese — fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and pesto grilled on focaccia bread.

They claim to have the best hot chocolate in town. $

1031 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-3800, www.harvestatstowe.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. This one-stop gourmet grocery offers salads, sandwiches, entrées and breads prepared on the premises. Also cheeses, meats, wines and fresh produce. $$

Olive’s Bistro 1056 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-2033, web.mac.com/cmyer n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Mediterranean food in a setting that’s romantic, but casual. Chef Claudine’s menu changes monthly, with a focus on local, seasonal ingredients. $$$

Winfield’s Bistro at Stoweflake

Deli/Sandwich The Bagel 394 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-9943 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, catering. Get your bagel fix at this busy bakery-café before hitting the trails. Also serving homemade soups, grilled panini and salads made to order. $

Cupboard Deli 4807 Route 15, Jeffersonville, 644-2069 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, credit cards, catering. Hungry after skiing? This all-purpose bakery and deli is a local source for sweet stuff, as well as sandwiches, wraps, salads and pizza to go.

Cremees and scooped ice cream offered May through September. Open until 10 p.m. $

1746 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7355, www.stoweflake.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. Every year since 1996, this upscale restaurant has received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. In cold weather, you can sit by the fireplace.

Reservations recommended. $$$$

Drifter’s Deli

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Harvest Market

The Bee’s Knees

Kirkwood’s Pub at Stowe Mountain Resort

See “Café-Bistro”

Laughing Moon Chocolates 118 Depot Street, Stowe, 253-9591, www. laughingmoonchocolates.com n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: none. Services: web menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering.

Best known for its confections and homemade ice cream, this whimsically named shop now offers specialty coffees, teas, and made-fromscratch hot chocolate — both the traditional kind and a white chocolate ginger. $

Moscow Tea House 147 Adams Mill Road, Moscow, 253-2955 n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: brunch, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: table service. Owner Jayne Stearns serves traditional, green and herbal loose-leaf teas with a variety of home-baked goodies.

Open noon - 5 p.m. Brunch on Sunday, 9 a.m.

- noon, by reservation only. Sunday tea from 1 - 4 p.m. $

Stowe Coffee House

57B Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-2189 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This cozy coffeeshop moves homemade granola, pastries and quiche in the morning; panini and soup in the afternoon. Specialty coffee, tea and espresso drinks are available all day. $

4008 Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, 644-5700 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards.

Located in a rustic former residence, this restaurant is known for its New York-style pizzas. Sandwiches made to order. $

See “Café-Bistro”

See “American”

Main Street Market, Deli & Bakery Depot Building, Main Street, Stowe, 253-0077 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. Grab a sandwich or a box meal to go — or stay and eat at a table, inside or out. Gazpacho served all summer long, and the maple doughnuts are made fresh daily. $

Stowe Coffee House See “Coffee/Tea”

Thompson’s Flour Shop See “Bakery” Average Dinner Bill for Two:

Diner Depot Street Malt Shop 57 Depot Street, Stowe, 253-4269 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. Families love this 1950s-themed diner known for chili, burgers, shakes and malts. But it’s perfect for two, too, at the counter. $

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82 Lower Main Street, Morrisville, 888-7889, www.thebeesknees-vt.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover, late-night food. Homecooked meals, fair-trade coffee, wine and beer make this hip café the perfect place to play a game, write a poem or just hang out. Music — from jazz to folk — happens almost every night. $$

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McCarthy’s Restaurant

Munchy’s 387 Brooklyn Street, Morrisville, 888-5250 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. This locally owned fast-food joint serves up hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries and soft-serve year round. Twice a month in the summer there’s a barbecue and antique car show on the grounds. $

Plum & Main Restaurant 12 Lower Main Street West, Johnson, 635-7596 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service. Keep your eye on the pie at this 1950s diner. They make them in chocolate cream, frozen peanut butter, strawberry-rhubarb and coconut. $

Eclectic 158 Main 158 Main Street, Jeffersonville, 644-8100 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This restaurant serves meatloaf and shepherd’s pie alongside fancier, more tourist-friendly dishes.

Try the sesame-seared tuna. Call for winter hours. $$

The Blue Moon Café 35 School Street, Stowe, 253-7006, www. bluemoonstowe.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Fine dining with a bistro feel. The menu changes weekly and showcases local, seasonal ingredients. $$$

Carriage Room Restaurant at the Town and Country 876 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7595, www.townandcountrystowe.com/dining n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. This family-operated restaurant is known for its German wienerschnitzel. Choose the dining room or the Fireside Pub. Dinner is served in fall and winter only. $$

5781 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-3651, www.stowe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. The poutine will warm you up at this seasonal restaurant located at the base of the Toll House lift.

There’s also an aprés-ski menu. Lunch is served daily in winter. $$$

Gables Inn 1457 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7730, www.gablesinn.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. This 1856 farmhouse has been an inn since the ‘30s. Lunch is served in summer. $

Green Goddess See “Café-Bistro”

Hearth & Candle Route 108, Smugglers’ Notch Resort, Jeffersonville, 644-8090 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. One dining room serves families, another is a bar, and a third is kid-free. Try the “Vermont stuffed chicken” with maple-cured ham, apples and other local ingredients. $$$

Matterhorn Restaurant 4969 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8198, www.matterhornbar.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, no cover. This restaurant offers “the Stowe social experience” and has been serving “eclectic cuisine” to tourists and locals for over 50 years. You can have traditional pub fare or sushi. $

Mr. Pickwick’s at Ye Olde England Inn 433 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7558, www. mrpickwicks.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

Stonework and large beams make the inside of this English country inn look like a castle. But the cuisine is “global eclectic.” $$$

Norma’s at Topnotch

4000 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-6445, www.topnotchresort.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. For breakfast, try the challah French toast double dipped in orange brandy batter with Stowe maple syrup. For dinner, indulge in the jumbo lump crabcakes. $$$$$

Smugglers’ Notch Inn 55 Church Street, Jeffersonville, 644-6765, www.smuggsinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Order surf or turf at this semi-casual restaurant; vegetarians dig into red beans and wild rice. $$$

Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant Smugglers’ Notch Road, Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, 644-5736, www. threemountainlodge.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. Housed in a log cabin that used to belong to the UVM outing club, this restaurant has a real Vermont feel. It also has a wine bar and weekly entertainment. Try the seafood Alfredo or New Zealand rack of lamb.

Brunch buffet every Sunday. $$

Yacht Club Restaurant at the Commodores Inn 823 South Main Street, Stowe, 253-7131, www.commodoresinn.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: darts, TV, no cover. Choose the abundant dinner buffet or go lighter with soup and the salad bar. This is also the home of the Stowe Yacht Club — watch model sailboat races on the pond out back. $$

Euro Alpenhaus Restaurant 2038 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-0002 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This fine-dining restaurant which boasts white linens and crystal also has a certified master chef.

Choose from eight different types of schnitzel.

Al fresco dining in summer. $$$

Austrian Tea Room at the Trapp Family Lodge 700 Trapp Hill Road, Stowe, 253-5775, www.trappfamily.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Dine on authentic Austrian fare and fresh-baked pastries. In summer, have lunch on the deck and take in the breathtaking views. $

The Dining Room at the Trapp Family Lodge 700 Trapp Hill Road, Stowe, 253-5775, www.trappfamily.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Classical harp music enhances the ambiance at this traditional Austrian restaurant. The five-course prix-fixe dinner is $47. Dress code. $$$$

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454 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8626 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This country store and old-fashioned diner has been in business for over 30 years. Try the homemade corned-beef hash. $

Fireside Tavern at Stowe Mountain Resort

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Emily’s at Stowehof

The Lounge at the Trapp Family Lodge 700 Trapp Hill Road, Stowe, 253-5775, www.trappfamily.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. A more laidback, affordable alternative to the main dining room, this restaurant also has a piano bar. $$

Mes Amis 311 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8669 n Closed: Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

This cozy, country-style French restaurant also serves up live blues and jazz. Try the clams Angelique. $$

Old Vienna Tea Room and Restaurant 2038 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-9500 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Nibble Austrian pastries served on authentic European porcelain at this tea room and wine bar in an original coach barn. A certified master chef prepares the Austrianaccented menu, which includes Salzburg crepes stuffed with goat cheese and spinach, topped with mushroom sauce. $$

Restaurant Swisspot 128 Main Street, Stowe, 253-4622, www.restaurantswisspotvt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Serving everything Swiss from fondue to wienerschnitzel. Also imported wines, cheeses and homemade Black Forest cake. $$

Fast Food Snows Snackbar & Creamy 1801 Pucker Street, Stowe, 253-9866 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. This seasonal fast-food joint offers outside seating.

Try the calamari and whole-belly clams. $

Mountain Road at the Gale Farm Shopping Center, Stowe, 253-7785 n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: take-out. This fast-food joint, right off the Stowe bike path, is all about the franks: Order Hebrew National or McKenzie with various sauces. They’ve got burgers, veggie burgers and chicken, too. $

Italian Foxfire Inn & Italian Restaurant

Trattoria La Festa Ristorante 4080 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8480, www.trattoriastowe.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. A pair of Italian brothers and a pastry chef are co-owners of this authentic trattoria. The menu changes seasonally, as does the wine list, which boasts over 250 wines from Italy. $$$

Latin-Mexican

1606 Pucker Street/Route 100, Stowe, 253-4887, www.foxfireinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service. This New England country inn specializes in hospitality. The chicken ripieno and homemade garlic bread sticks are a winning combination. $$$

Jeffersonville Pizza Dept.

See “Pizzeria”

Cactus Café of Stowe 2160 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-7770, www.cactuscafestowe.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. Here Tex-Mex cuisine is served in hand-painted adobe-style dining rooms. Enjoy the specialties smoked in-house and 35 types of tequila. $$

Nightclub

Melben’s Restaurant 10 Railroad Street, Morrisville, 8883009 n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Come in for Italian specialty dinners or pizza before or after a movie at the Bijou. There’s a cocktail lounge and private dining room available at this train-station location. $$

Pie in the Sky See “Pizzeria”

Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge

also, see bar

Rusty Nail Bar & Grille 1190 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-6245, www.rustynailbar.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. This restaurant doubles as a nightclub Thursday through Saturday. There’s room to move to local and imported bands such as Jennifer Hartswick and Toots & the Maytals. $$$

Pizzeria

See “Pizzeria”

Angelina’s Restaurant

Piezano’s See “Pizzeria”

The Pizza Joint See “Pizzeria”

Stella Notte 44 Desjardins Road, Jeffersonville, 6448884 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, TV, no cover, late-night food. The motto is “every night is a starry night.” Country-style Italian fare includes local specialties such as maple-seared tenderloin. There’s a bar-lounge below. Lunch served during the summer. $$

49 Route 15, Cambridge, 644-2011, www. angelinas-pizza.net n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. This patriotic pizzeria advertises its authenticity in a red, white and green building seven miles from Smugglers’ Notch. Look for a wide variety of pizza toppings. Panzorotties, or deep-fried calzones, are another specialty. $

Drifter’s Deli See “Deli/Sandwich”

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434 Edson Hill Road, Stowe, 253-9722, www.stowehofinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. Meals: breakfast, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, no cover.

European-influenced fine dining is on the menu here, with lots of wine selections from France and the U.S. A pianist plays every Friday night in summer. Open from June to October and December to March. $$$$

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158 Main Street, Jeffersonville, 6445550 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. This pizzeria upstairs from the 158 Main restaurant serves up pasta, salads, calzones, stromboli, wings and sandwiches. $

Morrisville House of Pizza 30 Munson Avenue, Morrisville, 888-5200 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards.

Owner-cook Petros Georgiadis uses his own recipes at this friendly, 22-year-old pizza shop. He’s got pasta dishes, too. $

Pie in the Sky 492 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-5100, www.pieintheskyvt.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: TV, no cover. This pizzeria has been around for over a decade and is no relation to the St. Albans joint of a similar name. On weekdays, the lunch buffet is only $6.98. $$

4Piecasso

Pizzeria & Lounge 1899 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4411, www.piecasso.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. This cosmopolitan restaurant offers hand-tossed New York-style pizzas, pasta, subs and salads.

Specialty pizzas whole or by the slice. A veggie pie with spinach, basil, tomato, garlic and onion is called the “Treehugger.” $$

Piezano’s 221 Lower Main Street, Johnson, 635-7999 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, no cover, late-night food. With a snowboarding theme and industrial decor, this pizzeria appeals to snow enthusiasts and pizza lovers. The “jammin’ ciabatta” includes mortadella, ham, apples, Gruyère, dijon and blackberry jam. $

The Pizza Joint 745 South Main Street, Stowe, 253-4172, www.thepizzajoint.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This pizzeria and Internet café has everything from veggie burgers to chicken cordon bleu. $

The Backyard Tavern 395 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-9204 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch. Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. This locals bar also brings in a few tourists with chicken wings, cheeseburgers and a 52-inch plasma TV. There’s a working fireplace in the lounge area. $

Brewski at the Notch

Village Tavern 55 Church Street, Jeffersonville, 644-6607, www.smuggsinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, pool, darts, TV, no cover. Catch live music several nights a week during ski season at this local watering hole.

The pub food is great because it comes from upstairs, at the Smugglers’ Notch Inn. $$

Seafood

Route 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, sometimes cover, late-night food. Rated the #1 Après-Ski Bar in the Northeast by Skiing magazine. Count on live music Friday nights in winter. $

Gracie’s

Coslin’s Pub at Stowehof

504 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8000, www.goldeneagleresort.com/dining.html n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Try the stuffed salmon or the cioppino at this chef-owned seafood restaurant located in a converted old New England house. $$$

434 Edson Hill Road, Stowe, 253-9722, www.stowehofinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Pub specialties and Vermont microbrews are on the menu at this full-service lounge located downstairs from Emily’s restaurant. Seasonal hours. $$

Long Trail Tavern 1015 Route 15, Johnson, 635-7076 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, pool, TV, no cover. The kitchen is small at this college hangout, but the grounds cover six acres.

There are pickup horseshoes and volleyball in the back, pool tables and a jukebox inside. $

See “Steakhouse”

Melben’s Restaurant See “Italian”

The Partridge Inn Seafood Restaurant

Whip Bar & Grill See “American”

Steakhouse Gracie’s

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1652 Mountain Road, Stowe, 2538741, www.gracies.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This cozy Mountain Road restaurant serves a diverse mix of salads, burgers, steaks and seafood. $$

The Pub at the Grey Fox Inn

Hob Knob Inn & Restaurant

Matterhorn Restaurant

990 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-5330, www. stowegreyfoxinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Don’t miss prime-rib nights at this casual, lounge-type pub. Other specials include shrimp scampi and a Dutch burger made with Gouda cheese. $$

Rimrock’s Mountain Tavern See “American”

2364 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-8549, www.hobknobinn.com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Housed in a historic ski lodge — the first built in Stowe — this upscale steakhouse has a cozy, retro feel and fresh seafood daily.

Bring your snowflake sweater. $$$

The Partridge Inn Seafood Restaurant See “Seafood”

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true brew Trying to convert lead into gold never worked out too well for anybody. But turning hops and barley into golden liquid brings hordes to The Alchemist Pub and Brewery in Waterbury, where the serious task of brewing is served with a side of fun. Just try the Holy Cow I.P.A, Type O Positive or Knuckle Dragger. Good thing the mosaic-tiled bar — made by local artist Heather Glenn — is long enough to accommodate lots of ale aficionados.

But its brews aren’t the Alchemist’s sole strong point. From the hip modern art on the walls to the mellow blend of jazz and folky pop from the speakers, it’s a lively place to stop for a meal. The extensive menu, loaded with comfort food, draws a democratic

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mix of couples and families to the dining room. Kids love the luminescent mobile suspended overhead.

Appetizers such as hand-cut French fries — served with homemade ketchup — and the house-smoked sausage plate put standard “freezer to fryolator” pub fare to shame. Even the pickles are homemade. The tender P.E.I. mussels are prepared differently each day, but the portion is always mountainous.

Heartier dishes include well-spiced red beans and rice prepared one of four ways — virgin, or with blackened tofu, pulled pork or andouille sausage. Cheddar cheese, baby greens and sour cream accompany all. There’s also the mixed sauerkraut plate — a heap of savory cabbage with knockwurst

and bratwurst. The miniature potato pancakes piled on the side are perfectly crispy and delicious, especially when topped with dollops of herbed sour cream or applesauce. Other entrées include a pot-roast dinner, complete with baby carrots and pearl onions, and homestyle chicken and biscuits.

It may not rise to the level of “magic,” but all the elements at the Alchemist taste good together.

The Alchemist Pub and Brewery 23 South Main Street, Waterbury, 244-4120

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Gather with friends and family at Timbers Restaurant for contemporary, mountainside dining unique to Sugarbush Resort.

Timbers combines casual elegance with distinctive Vermont fl are by featuring seasonal, local and organic ingredients throughout the year.

Hours of operation Breakfast Mon-Sat: 7:30-10am Sunday Brunch: 10am-3pm Lunch Mon-Sat: 11am-3pm Dinner Sun-Thurs: 5:30-8pm Fri-Sat: 5:30-9pm Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu available Bar menu available from 3pm to close

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SeaSonal american Food Celebrating the farms of the Northeast.

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Hearth at The Sugarbush Inn

Hen of the Wood at the Grist Mill See “Eclectic”

Hyde Away Inn and Restaurant

American 1824 House 2150 Main Street, Waitsfield, 496-7555, www.1824house.com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This intimate eatery offers à la carte dining, ranging from crab cakes to rack of lamb and homemade ice cream.

Reservations requested. $$$$

Arvad’s Grill and Pub 3 South Main Street, Waterbury, 244-8973, www.arvads.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. A lively restaurant with a small-town pub atmosphere specializing in burgers, steaks, seafood and pastas.

Choose from 108 beers at the bar. $$

The Cider House Barbecue and Pub See “Barbecue”

Coffee Bean Grill & Café Best Western Waterbury-Stowe; Exit 10 I-89, Waterbury, 244-7822, www. bestwesternwaterburystowe.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. New England Culinary grad Duane Alberico serves traditional American fare at this coffee-themed restaurant. The menu changes seasonally. $$

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The Common Man 3209 German Flats Road, Warren, 583-2800, www.commonman restaurant.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Located in a 19th-century barn, this contemporary “New American” restaurant serves fresh New England cuisine under crystal chandeliers. $$$$

Country Flair Restaurant 527 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 583-3100 n Closed: Tues. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This family-friendly restaurant serves pasta, seafood, steaks and other dishes in the “casual American” tradition. Serving dinner Wednesday through Monday. $$

The Den 53-51 Main Street/Route 100, Waitsfield, 496-8880 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Home of the famous “Den-burger,” this popular hangout has a comfortable pub atmosphere. $$

The Grill at the Sugarbush Inn 1840 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 583-6311, www.sugarbush.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Satisfying American cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere — it’s where all the locals meet. Three local brews on tap. Nightly pizzetta, pasta and seafood specials. The New York strip and tenderloin are favorites. $$

1428 Millbrook Road/Route 17, Fayston, 496-2322, www.hydeawayinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: pool, TV, no cover. This familyfriendly Mad River Valley inn serves American comfort food. $$

Inn at Mad River Barn 2849 Millbrook Road, Waitsfield, 496-3310, www.madriverbarn.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This seasonal inn has a real “been-hereawhile” feeling and hearty American food.

There’s always dinner on winter weekends — otherwise, call ahead. $$

Jay’s Restaurant and Pizzeria See “Italian”

John Egan’s Big World Pub and Grille 8 Route 17, Waitsfield, 496-3033, www. bigworldvermont.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Owner Bernie Isabelle says this restaurant “feels like home no matter where you come from.” It caters to athletes and fans but the tubes are on mute for dinner. Try the rotisserie duck. $$

Maxi’s Restaurant 47 North Main Street, Waterbury, 244-0901, www.maxisrestaurant.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. There’s nothing fancy about this family-friendly eatery — just good, homestyle food. Breakfast all day.

Dinner Wednesday through Sunday. $$

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1840 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 5836100, www.sugarbush.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering.

This cozy inn serves breakfast year round, with fresh pastries made daily. Food is served up fast so you can hit the slopes quicker. $

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Barbecue

Old Hancock Hotel

China Fun

3 Route 125 at Route 100, Hancock, 767-4976 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, catering. This small diner-hotel is “every tourist’s vision of Vermont,” says chef-owner Diane Isaacson. She recommends the meatloaf or the homemade venison sausage. $$

5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, 496-7889 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Egg rolls to go? This small and informal take-out restaurant serves traditional Chinese-American food. $

The Cider House Barbecue and Pub

See “Bar”

76 South Main Street, Waterbury, 244-1968, www.chinastarvt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. The spring rolls sell well; so does the General Tso’s chicken. Dieters can opt for steamed vegetables. $

The Spotted Cow

Bakery

Park Row Café See “Deli/Sandwich”

Phoenix Bar & Grill

Bridge Street Marketplace, Waitsfield, 496-5151 n Closed: Mon., Tues.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. You’ll love the hearty portions at this cozy, American-style restaurant. Favorites include the farmers’ omelette, filled with bacon, ham, sausage, home fries and American cheese, and topped with sausage gravy. $

Sweetwood Grill and Bar 203 Powderhound Road, Warren, 4964552, sweetwoodgrill.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This valley restaurant features highly-acclaimed, bistro-style creations by chef-owner Jeff Lynn. $$$$

Timbers 1840 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 583-6800, www.sugarbush.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. Local ingredients rule at this resortrestaurant located in an elegant round barn.

Dinner dishes include an elk steak with smoked tomato gravy and Vermont cheddar ale soup. Been outdoors all day? No problem!

Outdoor attire is cool. $$$$

Waterbury Wings 1 South Main Street, Waterbury, 244-7827, waterburywings.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, pool, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. Snack on wings while you unwind, or try a burger, sub or quesadilla.

This watering hole has 30 beers on tap. The outside seating area serves as a smoking section. $

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China Star Chinese Restaurant

The Center General Store See “Deli/Sandwich”

Green Cup Café & Bakery See “Café-Bistro”

Three Mountain Café See “Coffee/Tea”

The Very Small Donut Company Village Square, Waitsfield, 496-4534 n Closed: Tues., Wed. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. There’s more to this bakery-deli than miniature mapleglazed doughnuts. They also make fresh pastries, breads and sandwiches. $

The Warren Store See “Deli/Sandwich”

Bar

also, see nightclub

1675 Route 2, Waterbury, 522-1359, www. ciderhousevt.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, pool, no cover, late-night food. Sit in old church pews or comfy booths while you sample Louisiana-style seafood gumbo, cider-sage pork and house-smoked turkey legs with authentic Southern sides. $$$

Localfolk Smokehouse 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, 496-5623, www. localfolksmokehouse.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, pool, TV, no cover. This casual, kidfriendly spot specializes in hickory-smoked barbecue. But you can also get Tex-Mex, burgers and other pub-food fare. After dinner, check out the game room. $$

CafE/Bistro Big Picture Theater and Café 48 Carroll Road (off Rt. 100), Waitsfield, 496-8994, www. bigpicturetheater.info n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, sometimes cover, late-night food. ”Dinner and a movie” takes on new meaning when the restaurant and theater are in the same building. Relax in the café with some tapas and a drink from the bar — or bring them into the theater with you. Try the “Japanimation” nori roll. $$

Chez Henri Restaurant and Bistro See “Euro”

Phoenix Bar & Grill Sugarbush Village, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 583-2003 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. You can ski down the slopes to this watering hole, where there’s an eightfoot projection screen for sports fans plus all the usual bar toys. The Tex-Mex grill offers up burgers and burritos. DJs and live bands spice up the weekends. $$

Easy Street Café 6163 Main Street, Waitsfield, 496-7234, www.easystreetmarket.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This restaurant serves both tourists and locals with creative dishes, including coconut shrimp salad, veggie spring rolls and nightly fresh seafood specials. $$

Purple Moon Pub See “Pub Food”

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The Very Small Donut Company

40 Bridge Street, Waitsfield, 496-4963 n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. The sandwich specials at this 20-seat café are a cut above. Also serving soup, salads, quiche, coffee drinks and European-style pastries. $

See “Bakery”

cajun-caribbean Marsala Salsa See “Latin-Mexican”

Coffee/Tea

The Warren Store 284 Main Street, Warren, 496-3864, www. warrenstore.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This wholesome country store has a motto: “Eat good food, laugh out loud, live your life.” It also has a bakery, wine shop and gift store. Favorite sandwiches include the #6 — roasted turkey, cranberry mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and onions served on homemade French bread. $

Eclectic

Three Mountain Café 107 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 496-5470, www.threemountaincafe. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. The original café-outlet for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters doubles as a social hub at the Mad River Green Shopping Center. $

Deli/Sandwich The Center General Store 2007 Guptil Road, Waterbury Center, 244-7500 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards, bar service. Located in a general store, this homey snack bar serves hot specials like meatloaf and scalloped potatoes. Creemees, too. $

KC’s Bagel Café 17-19 Stowe Street, Waterbury, 244-1740 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, catering. The only bagel place in the area caters to health-conscious locals.

Most customers opt for classic New York-style bagel sandwiches with cream cheese. $

Paradise Deli and Market 2367 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 583-2757, www.paradisedeli.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. This small grocer and deli specializes in Philly cheese steaks made fresh. $

Park Row Café 7 Park Row, Waterbury, 244-5111 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Famous for its homemade bread, soups, over-stuffed sandwiches and huge cookies. $

Arvad’s Grill and Pub See “American”

Big Picture Theater and Café See “Café-Bistro”

Hen of the Wood at the Grist Mill 92 Stowe Street, Waterbury, 244-7300, www.henofthewood.com n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, catering.

Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover. White tablecloths and an everchanging menu give this restaurant a “finedining” feel, but its rustic old-mill setting is down-to-earth. Chef-owners Eric Warnstedt and Craig Tresser serve local meats, greens and cheeses. Extensive boutique American wine list. $$$$

Michael’s Good to Go 2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 496-3832, www.madriverbites.com n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: BYOB. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, credit cards, catering. Chef Michael Flanagan, former owner of Michael’s at the Powderhound, traveled all over the world before he opened this funky and modern take-out restaurant. Try the Baja fish tacos or California-style burritos. All meats used are local. Seasonal hours — call first. $

Millbrook Inn & Restaurant 533 Millbrook Road, Route 17, Waitsfield, 496-2405, www. millbrookinn.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. This oldtime Vermont inn has been in business for over 25 years. Chef Thom Gorman presides over the intimate eight-table dining room with homemade recipes that incorporate local ingredients. He makes a mean, slow-cooked lamb rogan gosh. The restaurant closes for the spring and on Tuesdays in summer. $$$

The Pitcher Inn 275 Main Street, Warren, 496-6350, www.pitcherinn.com n Closed: Tues.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. This elegant, Relais-and-Chateauxapproved inn is open to the public only for dinner. The menu changes daily, and the 28page wine list is accompanied by a real sommelier. $$$$$

Tanglewood’s Restaurant 179 Guptil Road, Waterbury Center, 244-7855 n Closed: Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. The menu changes seasonally in this converted 1940s-style Vermont barn, but the sesamecrusted tuna steak is a constant. $$$

The Village Porch 13 School Street, Rochester, 767-3126, www.occasionsvt.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Candles on the porch usher diners into this cozy restaurant, located in an old Victorian house. Order from the pub menu for casual food such as crabcakes with creamy sesame sauce and cilantro lime chicken quesadillas, or try one of Chef Luke Stone’s ever-changing weekly specials. $$

Warren House 2585 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, 583-2421, www.thewarrenhouse.com n Closed: Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. This upscale restaurant located in an old sugarhouse is a tourist’s dream come true. Try the bouillabaisse. Want pizza delivery? Give them a call. $$$

Euro Chez Henri Restaurant and Bistro Sugarbush Village, Warren, 583-2600 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This seasonal, authentic Parisian bistro has been a local landmark since 1964. Ski down Sugarbush for some real French fondue or onion soup in the less expensive bistro.

The dining room offers an upscale menu, including foie gras and caviar. $$$$

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Michael’s on the Hill

American Flatbread

4The Alchemist Pub & Brewery

Fast Food

46 Lareau Road/Route 100, Waitsfield, 496-8856, www.americanflatbread. com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Wood-fired pizzas with a social conscience. George Schenk’s recipe is nationally acclaimed.

Emphasis is on organic and locally farmed ingredients. There’s always a line, but it’s worth the wait. $$

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4182 Waterbury-Stowe Road, Waterbury Center, 244-7476, www. michaelsonthehill.com n Closed: Tues.

Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, no cover. This elegant, fine-dining restaurant has alpine roots. Swiss-trained chef-owner Michael Kloeti runs the kitchen. $$$$

Kellee’s Creemee & Grill 23 Commercial Drive, Moretown, 244-1133 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. Now open year round, this ‘50s-style fast-food joint serves up hot lunch specials, fried chicken, soup and chili — even veggie burgers. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. $

Italian Jay’s Restaurant and Pizzeria Mad River Green, Route 100, Waitsfield, 496-8282 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. This family-style Italian restaurant attracts locals and tourists hungry for Italian entrées, steaks and spare ribs. $$

Juniper’s Fare 20 Route 100, Moretown, 496-5504, www. junipersfare.com n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur., Sat. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, delivery, take-out, catering. Call ahead to order your fresh, homemade Italian dinner, available for pick-up Friday nights at the Church of the Crucified One. $

Latin-Mexican Localfolk Smokehouse See “Barbecue”

Marsala Salsa 15 Stowe Street, Waterbury, 244-1150 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. This Mexican-Caribbean restaurant serves unique and flavorful dishes in a dining room with cross-cultural decor. $$

23 South Main Street, Waterbury, 244-4120, www.alchemistbeer.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: pool, no cover. This restaurant combines an old-pub feel with modern, local art. Try the house-smoked sausages and award-winning brewed beers on tap. $

Hogan’s Pub

675 Millbrook Road, Fayston, 496-6265 n Closed: Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Try the signature pesto pizza or the barbecue pie at this family-friendly Italian restaurant. $$

1091 Golf Course Road, Warren, 583-6723, www.sugarbush.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Serving classic American sandwiches and après-golf fare in season.

The outdoor deck and bar overlook the 18th hole. $$

Jimmz Pizza

Purple Moon Pub

Bongiorno’s

70 McNeil Road, Waterbury Center, 244-7911 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. Owner James Roy serves hand-tossed New York-style pizza, with pesto, tomato, alfredo and olive-oil bases.

“We’ve got every topping in the book,” Roy says. Also stromboli, soups and hot and cold sandwiches. $

Perellie’s Pizzeria 4752 Main Street, Waitsfield, 496-9200, www.perelliespizzeria.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This popular pizzeria in the heart of the Mad River Valley goes way beyond pepperoni and cheese. Favorite pies include the “blonde chicken,” with alfredo cheese sauce, grilled chicken, bacon bits, diced tomatoes and scallions. Closed on Mondays in April. Weekend delivery offered. $

Zachary’s Pizza

Route 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422, www. purplemoonpub.com n Closed: Mon. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. Enjoy great burgers and steak at this casual pub. Couches, fireplace and weekend live music. $$

Slide Brook Lodge & Tavern 3180 German Slides Road, Warren, 583-2202 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, TV, no cover, late-night food. You can choose from a selection of six beers on tap at the mahogany, Art-Deco bar. Food includes munchies, burgers and veggie burgers. Hot tub available for lodge guests only. $

The Village Porch See “Eclectic”

2 Butler Street, Waterbury, 244-5650 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This family pizzeria makes a kid-sanctioned “red dog” pie — a pizza topped with hot dogs.

Local favorites include weekly salad, grinder and entrée specials. $

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all haute There’s no shortage of pizza places serving skiers on Route 4 between Woodstock and Rutland. But only one eating establishment on the road to Killington was designated by Food and Wine magazine as one of the top 25 restaurants in the country. Well-heeled diners motor up the mountain to get a taste of Hemingway’s, where Chef Ted Fondulas has manned the kitchen for 25 years; his wife, Linda, manages the front of the house and fine-tunes its rustic-elegant charm. You can dine in a small room with a fireplace, in the wine cellar or in a grand dining area.

Edible options abound as well. The tasting menu provides smaller portions of dishes from the à la carte side, with wine pairings available.

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One can’t-miss appetizer is the triumphant tourchon of duck liver, which arrives with buttery brioche and quince. The delicate bitterness of the quince is a perfect foil for the gamy, fatty liver. The super-creamy garlic soup, which was once featured in Bon Appétit, is just as rich.

The entrée selection includes a sublime Vermont pheasant with local mushrooms and delicate handmade gnocchi. Too adventurous? Try the tenderloin of beef with fingerling potatoes and baby vegetables.

The creative cheese course features three miniature grilled Vermont-cheese sandwiches, each with a topping that complements the flavors. Other afterdinner options include a decadent “chocolate

present” with winter cherries and warm hazelnut cookies, which goes perfectly with a glass of port.

Libation lovers will find plenty of possibilities, too. The wine list is deep and far-ranging, with over 175 options. Want a $700 bottle of Chateau d’Yquem?

No problem! Even teetotalers get spoiled — the restaurant thoughtfully offers an alcohol-free beverage pairing for non-drinkers.

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American Back to Vermont 158 Main Street, Poultney, 287-4064 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, bar service. Nightlife: pool, darts, no cover. College students, families and the local blue-collar crowd choose from a selection of 16 beers on tap, one stout and seven ales. Wednesday is taco night, Thursday is wing night and Saturday is meatball night.

Lunch on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. $$

Cattails Restaurant 2146 Route 7, Brandon, 247-9300 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This cozy eatery caters to couples, families and snowmobilers in the winter. Try the barbecued ribs, fish ‘n’ chips or stuffed portobello mushrooms. Breakfast on weekends only. $$

The Inside Scoop 22 Park Street, Brandon, 247-6600 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards. This oldfashioned ice cream parlor and soda fountain serves sundaes, shakes, malts, smoothies and floats. The shop features local specialty products and candy. Find retro candy bars such as Idaho Spud, Abba-zaba and Cherry Mash.

Closed on Tuesdays in winter. $

The Palms Restaurant See “Italian”

Patricia’s Restaurant See “Eclectic”

Perry’s Main Street Eatery 253 Main Street, Poultney, 287-5188 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service. Owners Walt and Donna Perry showcase home-cooked food in a comfortable atmosphere. On Wednesday, there’s homemade chicken and biscuits. They feature barbecued baby-back ribs on Saturday nights. $$

Red Clover Inn 7 Woodward Road, Mendon, 775-2290, www.redcloverinn.com n Closed: Mon., Tues., Wed. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. The menu is seasonal at this white-linen restaurant. Owner Bill Peterson describes the eating experience as “New England fine dining.” $$$$

Rutland Restaurant 55-57 Merchants Row, Rutland, 775-7447 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: kids’ menu, take-out, table service. This restaurant hasn’t changed much in 90 years.

Owner Stratton Anagnos serves “American food with a Mediterranean flair.” Try the spanikopita. $$

Sabby’s Pasta House & Sports Lounge See “Italian”

Tapas Restaurant & Tavern 128 Merchants Row, Rutland, 775-1550 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, TV, no cover. Check out the hanging parrots and weekly live music at this Caribbean-themed restaurant. Not open for dinner on Mondays. $$

Watershed Tavern 31 Center Street, Brandon, 247-0100, www.watershedtavern.com n Closed: Tues. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: live music, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover, late-night food. Take in local art and a view of the waterfall while you eat. Specialties include Maryland crab cakes with lime mayo, ham and cheese strudel and salads with homemade dressings.

Occasional live music and lots of games. $

Weathervane Seafoods See “Seafood”

Asian Kong Chow Restaurant 48 Center Street, Rutland, 775-5244 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Try the chicken chow mein or the porkfried rice. $$

Li’s Chinese Restaurant

34 Conant Square, Brandon, 247-8818 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Take out your lomein, roast pork or the “happy family” — or eat it inside. $

New Shanghai and Tokyo Restaurant 271 North Main Street, Rutland, 786-8088 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. The owners of this restaurant are from Shanghai, but they also serve sushi. The pork-fried rice and egg roll combination is popular. $

Number One Chinese Restaurant 159 South Main Street, Rutland, 775-9955 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. The General Tso’s is a big hit here.

Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Orient Taste Express Diamond Run Mall, Rutland, 773-0622 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards. The boneless spareribs are a big seller at this mall restaurant. $

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Tokyo House 106 West Street, Rutland, 786-8080 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. A variety of Japanese dishes — including sushi and teriyaki — is available for dine-in or take-out. $$

Bakery Coffee Exchange See “Coffee/Tea”

Gourmet Provence 37 Center Street, Brandon, 247-3002, www.cafeprovencevt.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none.

Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, catering. There are a few tables at this bakery, wine store and gift shop — an outgrowth of nearby Café Provence. The bread and pastries are homemade daily. $

Bar

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Center Street Saloon 58 Center Street, Rutland, 775-6994 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. The Shea family runs this downtown neighborhood bar.

CafE/Bistro Back Home Again 23 Center Street, Rutland, 775-9800, www.backhomeagaincafe.com n Closed: Sat. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. This healthconscious, wood-worked restaurant is run by the spiritual Twelve Tribes community.

Homemade wraps, salads and soups, and a full maté and coffee bar. $$

Vermont Bagel Café 155 Woodstock Avenue, Rutland, 7751144 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. This café cooks up homemade bagels, soups, salads and sandwiches. Pies and pastries are also homemade. The chicken salad sandwich is a favorite. $

Coffee/Tea Coffee Exchange

Two Shea’s 34 Wales Street, Rutland, 773-6668 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, no cover. This downtown neighborhood bar has a deck for smoking.

Pasqually’s 162 North Main Street, Rutland, 775-7040 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. The authentic Philly cheese steak is a top-seller at this deli with a counter and small dining area. $

Sandwich Shoppe 62 Merchants Row, Rutland, 773-2580 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out. This locally owned deli has over 160 different items. Try the turkey, swiss and dill sandwich. $

Vermont Sandwich Company of Brandon

Yellow Submarine & Deli

Java News

52 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, 773-9839 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. Locals unwind at this working man’s bar. It’s noted for sports, but there’s a jukebox, too. Karaoke every other Tuesday in winter, every Tuesday in summer. Open-mic on Sunday.

See “Coffee/Tea”

Gene’s Beans

Jilly’s Sports Bar

Magoo’s

Java News

11 Conant Square, Brandon, 247-9622 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, catering.

Got lunch? Choose from a wide assortment of specialty sandwiches, soups, salads, panini, burritos and wraps. On-site seating available. $

56 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, 773-2901 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. You’ll find karaoke and all the usual bar games at this local hangout.

24 Merchants Row, Rutland, 775-6919 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, sometimes cover, late-night food. Local rock bands compete with 17 televisions at this sports bar. Martinis are $3.

68 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, 773-7414 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, catering.

This popular deli makes a crabmeat grinder and other sandwiches on homemade rolls. $

101-103 Merchants Row, Rutland, 775-3337 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access. The staff says “It’s like stepping into an upscale New York City coffee house.” Fresh baked muffins, turnovers and croissants are big draws. $

Diamond Run Mall, Rutland, 773-0409 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, wi-fi access. Don’t let the mall kiosk fool you. Gene Schubert brews over 20 kinds of fresh-roasted coffee and his own custom blends. A local bakery and a freelance Italian chef supply the sweet stuff. $

Friar’s Tavern

Gill’s Delicatessen

88 Merchants Row, Rutland, 775-6225 n Closed: Sun., Sat. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out. This grab-and-go coffee shop serves nearly three dozen flavors of coffee — including blueberry — as well as sandwiches and salads. $

Deli/Sandwich Constantino’s Italian Imports 2 Center Street, Rutland, 747-0777 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. This authentic Italian deli and grocer makes a mean eggplant parm. Offering a large selection of imported cheeses and meats and, in the winter, eight different soups. Dinner is take-out only. $

24 Terrill Street, Rutland, 747-4800 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This deli has a popular pork sandwich with hickory-flavored barbecue sauce and provolone cheese. Check out the daily specials, too. Now open Saturdays. $

Diner Birdseye Diner 590 Main Street, Castleton, 486-5817 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. John and Pam Rehlen’s fully restored 1940s Silk City diner mixes classic diner fare with more upscale dishes. $

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Brandon Falls Diner 25 Center Street, Brandon, 247-5203 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. This country diner makes its own biscuits, hash and sausage gravy. You can get the homemade desserts by the slice. Or order a whole pie. Breakfast and lunch are served daily. Dinner is Friday and Saturday only. $

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26 Rutland Shopping Plaza, Rutland, 775-4717 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards. At this buffetstyle Chinese restaurant, eat all you can for $5.99 at lunch, $8.99 for dinner. Chicken and seafood dishes are popular. $

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Ramunto’s Sicilian Pizza

88 Merchants Row, Rutland, 747-7747 n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This Tuscan-themed trattoria turns heads in the direction of its open kitchen. $$

102 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, 747-9980 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards. This Sicilian pizzeria tosses a lot of garlic-knot pizza, named for its garlic and Parmesan dough.

Bring coins for the jukebox. $

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Paynter’s Restaurant and the Centre Stage Lounge at Holiday Inn See “Steakhouse”

Pickle Barrel Nightclub 1741 Killington Road, Killington, 422-3035, www.picklebarrelnightclub.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, dance floor, TV, cover, late-night food. With four bars and weekend live shows, this club has kept Killington rocking for over 30 years.

Skiers and ‘boarders are the main clientele, so summers shows are sporadic.

Side Lines 2 1/2 Center Street Alley, Rutland, 773-4300 n Closed: Sun., Mon. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, sometimes cover. Drop in on weekends to hear a variety of rock bands — there’s no cover in the winter. An outdoor patio expands the warm-weather capacity.

Blues nights on Tuesday. Open mic on Wednesday nights.

Pizzeria A Crust Above See “Italian”

Brandon House of Pizza 33 Center Street, Brandon, 247-8177 & 144 Grove Street, Rutland, 747-6969 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. This family-owned restaurant has kept mouths watering for over 18 years. Try the Greek pizza. $

Poultney House of Pizza 245 Main Street, Poultney, 287-9439 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards. Nightlife: karaoke, no cover. The theme changes with the seasons at this local pizzeria. Owner Tiffany Szpakowski recommends the hot-wing pizza. $

Pub Food CJ Suds South 174 South Main Street, Rutland, 775-3775 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: dance floor, pool, darts, TV, no cover, late-night food. Bikers are welcome at this local roadhouse serving ribeye steaks and, of course, lots of beer. $

Out of Bounds Sports Bar & Night Club 148 State Street, Rutland, 773-7979 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Nightlife: live music, pool, darts, TV, no cover. This sports bar takes pride in its pricing. Try the ribeye with fries for $9.95, or a traditional burger with fries for $5.50. $$

Seafood Sirloin Saloon See “Steakhouse”

Tokyo House See “Asian”

Village Snackbar See “Fast Food”

Weathervane Seafoods 124 Woodstock Avenue, Rutland, 773-0382, www.weathervaneseafoods. com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. This family-oriented restaurant receives fresh Maine seafood twice a week. The chowder, onion rings and fish ‘n’ chips are favorites. $$

Paynter’s Restaurant and the Centre Stage Lounge at Holiday Inn 476 Route 7, Rutland, 775-1911, www. hivermont.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Nightlife: dance floor, karaoke, no cover. You can get prime rib, broiled salmon, burgers and sandwiches at this steakhouse. On Fridays and some Saturdays stay for karaoke and dancing at the next-door Centre Stage Lounge. $$

Sirloin Saloon 200 South Main Street, Rutland, 773-7900, www.sirloinsaloon.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service.

This Southwestern-themed steakhouse has a motto: “Serving you steak, seafood and smiles.” Try the house favorite — teriyaki sirloin with a side of sautéed mushrooms. $$

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Steakhouse Maple Grove Dining Room and Cottages 1246 Franklin Street, Brandon, 247-6644, www.maplegrovecottages.com n Closed: Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Housed in a building dating back to the 1840s, this award-winning Vermont farmhouse restaurant welcomes guests with hearty homemade fare — including a prime rib special every night.

Open seasonally. $$

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eggstra american In Chittenden County, people line up for breakfast at Penny Cluse and Sneakers. In Franklin County, the a.m. eatery of choice is the Country Pantry in Fairfax.

Not too many people ask for granola at this honest-to-goodness Vermont diner and steakhouse, with its large portions, speedy service, bottomless cups of coffee and Americana décor. Deep-fried potatoes are scrambled into your eggs for a filling “country breakfast” that comes with a side of corned-beef hash or buttermilk biscuits. A-1 sauce is offered with the steak and eggs.

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At lunch, hearty “farmhouse” fare is the ticket: hot turkey sandwiches, meatloaf, burgers and lasagna are just a few of the family-friendly options on the extensive menu. At dinner, the Pantry goes steakhouse — the prime rib special is particularly popular.

And no matter when you go, the homemade coconut cream pie is a great way to end your meal.

Owner Sam Jadallah was born in the Middle East, but he’s got the American diner thing down. As a soldier in the U.S. Army, he ate a lot of mess-hall chow and peeled a lot of potatoes. Later, while stationed

in Washington, D.C., he used to drive 45 minutes one way to eat at a family-style restaurant near Hagerstown, Maryland. The waitresses there all knew his — and everybody else’s — name.

Country Pantry is modeled after such old-style establishments, where “you can be a lonely soldier,” Jadallah notes, “and still feel right at home.”

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American Chester’s Bakery Vermont Route 36, Fairfield, 827-3974 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, catering. The breakfast sandwiches are famous at this family-oriented restaurant, where everything is homemade. Look for ham-and-cheese pockets, baked beans and lasagna. Dinner on Friday only. $

Jacob’s Restaurant See “Italian”

The Old Foundry Restaurant

Eastern Dragon 16 South Main Street, St. Albans, 527-9800 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. You can get sushi and sashimi at this Asian restaurant, along with all the Chinese classics. $$

Panda China 235 Swanton Road, St. Albans, 524-7788 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. This Szechuan-style restaurant offers a buffet or take-out. On the weekends, dinner goes for $8.50 per person.

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Ruthcliffe Lodge and Restaurant

Bakery

St. Albans Go Go 277 North Main Street, St. Albans, 524-5000 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. How many gas stations serve bacon and eggs? This motor-friendly lunch destination also offers hamburgers, hotdogs, soup and daily specials. $

Warner’s Snack Bar 503 Route 7 North, St. Albans, 524-2558 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, takeout, credit cards. Located just a quarter mile from Exit 20, this seasonal spot offers a full salad bar and homemade soups in addition to traditional fast-food fare. Dine inside or check out the picnic area. $

Asian Big Wok 143 First Street, Swanton, 868-5888 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Nothing out of the ordinary here — just General Tso’s, sweetand-sour chicken and a special seaweed salad.

Eat in or take-out. $

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139 North Main Street, St. Albans, 527-2278 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. This 10-year-old restaurant is known for its lunch and dinner buffet. Kids pay half price. $

1-3 Federal Street, St. Albans, 524-9665 n Closed: Sun. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards.

Housed in a former foundry, this fine-dining eatery offers classic dishes in an intimate and historic setting. $$$

1002 Quarry Road, Isle La Motte, 928-3200, www.ruthcliffe.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Boaters from both sides of the border come here for the “catch of the day” — not to mention Belgian waffles. Chef-owner Mark Infante prepares breakfast and dinner daily — and lunch Thursday through Sunday — in the summer months. $$$

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Foothills Bakery 1123 Main Street, Fairfax, 849-6601 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service. This bakery-café uses no saturated fats, and most of the ingredients are organic. Try the soups, or choose from a wide variety of muffins, scones, croissants, pies and cakes. $

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Kartula’s Café & Bagel Bakery 30 South Main Street, St. Albans, 524-0800 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering.

This café has local art, sunny windows and homemade New York-style bagels, granola and desserts. Also serves specialty sandwiches and great coffee. $

Park Café 84 North Main Street, St. Albans, 527-0669 n Closed: Sun. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, credit cards, catering. Try homemade soups, baked goods, sandwiches and the “dilly melt” — a dilly chicken salad with cheese and bacon on your choice of bread. $

Deli/Sandwich East End Quick Stop See “Pizzeria”

Hero’s Welcome 3537 Route 2, North Hero, 372-4161, www.heroswelcome.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, credit cards, wi-fi access, catering. Specializing in Vermont-y sandwiches like the “Ethan Allen,” this upscale general store and deli is popular with boaters and bikers.

Breakfast is served only in winter. $

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Shooters Saloon 32 Kingman Street, St. Albans, 527-3777 n Open 7 Days. Alcohol: full bar. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover. Between the high-tech jukebox and alternating Friday-night bands, this is the place to dance. The clean and friendly bar also boasts a big-screen TV and touch-tune music box.

CafE/Bistro Blue Paddle Bistro 316 Route 2, South Hero, 372-4814, www. bluepaddlebistro.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: brunch, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, all-ages music shows, no cover. Locals rave about the eclectic menu at this quaint little restaurant in the heart of South Hero.

Birch-bark lampshades and a wooden canoe suspended over the bar add to the campy atmosphere of the place. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays in winter. $$$

Foothills Bakery See “Bakery”

My-T-Fine 159 Route 7, Swanton, 868-4616 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service. Stop in for a chicken quesadilla on your way back from Montréal. Also try the extensive salad bar or the house-roasted turkey. $$

Nana’s Restaurant 8 Swanton Road, St. Albans, 524-0048 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. A flexible menu adds to the informal atmosphere. Try the homemade soups or, on weekends, the prime rib. Breakfast buffet Sundays served until noon. $$

North Hero House Inn and Restaurant

3643 West Route 2, North Hero, 372-4732, www.northherohouse.com n Open 7 Days.

Meals: brunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar.

Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, bar service.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. Come in Friday for a lobster buffet, Sunday for brunch, or any day for the calamari with lime aioli. Live music Fridays and Saturdays. $$$$

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237 Shore Acres Drive, Route 2, North Hero, 372-8722, www.shoreacres.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, table service, credit cards, wi-fi access. Every table at this seasonal waterfront restaurant has a breathtaking view of Lake Champlain. The Vermont-American cuisine is prepared using local, farm-fresh products whenever possible.

Call for winter hours. $$$

Overtime Saloon

Euro Chow! Bella 24 North Main Street, St. Albans, 524-1405, www.chowbella.us n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Nightlife: live music, no cover. This Mediterranean bistro has a cosmopolitan feel and live music on Wednesday nights. Try the roasted veggie salad with goat cheese and homemade flatbread pizzas. $$$

Fast Food Grand Isle Ferry Diner 51 West Shore Road, Grand Isle, 372-5042, www.gifdiner.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, web menu, take-out, table service, wi-fi access. Come in for a full breakfast, a burger and fries — or just dessert.

Lakeside seating available. ATM on-site. $

Shaggy’s Snack Bar 109 First Street, Swanton, 868-2021 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: none. Services: delivery, take-out, credit cards. Longtime owner Joe Desrochers makes the pizza dough fresh daily; in the summer, sit at a picnic table with your burger and fries. $

Italian Jacob’s Restaurant 73 First Street, Swanton, 868-3190 n Closed: Mon. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards. You’ll find pasta dishes, burgers and grilled items at this casual, familyoriented restaurant. Owner Jacob West also serves a “traditional breakfast.” $$

Latin-Mexican McGuel’s Irish Burro Café 18 Lake Street, St. Albans, 527-1276 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

Order fajitas or fried ice cream at this Irishowned Mexican restaurant — or a mixed plate of appetizers called the “pot of gold.” $

also, see bar

38 South Main Street, St. Albans, 524-0357 n Closed: Sun., Mon., Tues. Meals: dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access. Nightlife: live music, pool, darts, TV, karaoke, no cover, latenight food. This upscale sports bar caters to professionals looking for a more civilized scene. Sit on the comfy couches while you enjoy the six TVs, open mic Wednesday, Thursday karaoke and live acoustic music on Friday and Saturday nights. Snack on munchies or order out from Mimmo’s. $

Pizzeria Coaches Pizza 513 Route 2, South Hero, 372-5454 n Closed: Mon. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards. You can get everything from chicken parmigiana to grinders at this family-run Italian restaurant. Try the Mediterranean pizza with black olives, spinach, pesto and feta cheese. $$

Swanton House of Pizza 32 Merchants Row, Swanton, 868-3085, www.swantonhouseofpizza.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, table service, credit cards. Get your pizza or pasta under a lattice ceiling woven with ivy plants. Everything is fresh and homemade. $

Ziggy’s 119 North Main Street, St. Albans, 524-4404 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: none. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards.

Families and teenagers come in for subs, salads, calzones, pasta and pizza. The “Ziggy’s Special” is pepperoni, mushroom, onion, green peppers and hamburger. $

pub food Overtime Saloon See “Nightclub”

Seafood

East End Quick Stop

Jeff’s Maine Seafood

1181 Ethan Allen Highway, Georgia, 527-1088 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, take-out, credit cards. Food-wise, this is not your typical quick stop. The pizzas, hot sandwiches and appetizers are all prepared using fresh ingredients. $

65 North Main Street, St. Albans, 5246135 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering.

This seafood restaurant has a slogan: “Fine food, stylishly Vermont.” Serving Maine lobster, pecan-crusted salmon and, on Friday, prime rib. $$$

Mimmo’s Pizzeria Restaurant 22 South Main Street, St. Albans, 524-2244, www.mimmositalian.com n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner.

Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, web menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, wi-fi access, catering. Families love the pizza and pasta dishes. Try the balsamic chicken salad with feta and Parmesan. Delivery is for lunch only. $$

Pie in the Sky Highgate Commons Shopping Center, Exit 20 I-89, St. Albans, 524-5442 n Closed: Sun. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: beer & wine. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, delivery, take-out, table service, credit cards, catering. Nightlife: TV, no cover. This pizzeria and deli is famous for homemade sub rolls, as well as stone-baked pizza, calzones and stromboli.

With a newly expanded dining room, it can accommodate large parties. $

Shaggy’s Snack Bar

Steakhouse Bayside Pavilion 15 Georgia Shore Road, St. Albans, 524-0909 n Open 7 Days. Meals: lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, take-out, table service, credit cards, bar service, catering. Nightlife: live music, dance floor, TV, no cover. Customers patronize this steakhouse for its bayside location, the bacon-wrapped tenderloin and the seafood cioppino. Live music on occasional Fridays.

Outdoor dining in the summertime. $$

4Country Pantry Restaurant 951 Main Street, Fairfax, 849-6364 n Open 7 Days. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Alcohol: full bar. Services: vegetarian entrées, kids’ menu, takeout, table service, credit cards, catering.

Customers wait in line for hours to get breakfast at this family steakhouse.

The prime rib’s popular, too. $

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index by alphabet A 1/2 Lounge........................... 15, 21 158 Main....................................77 1824 House................................85 242 Main....................................23 3 Squares...................................53 38 Main Street Pub .....................35 A Crust Above....................... 94, 95 A Single Pebble...........................13 A&W Drive-In..............................55 Adrianas.....................................13 Ahli Baba’s Kabob Shop................21 AJ’s Kitchen................................39 Akes’ Place.................................15 Al’s French Frys...........................41 Alex’s Restaurant — Home of the Vermont Soup Company................41 All Fired Up Bistro................. 63, 67 Alley Coffee House & Ice Cream Shop..................... 29, 35 4Alchemist Pub & Brewery.... 83, 89 Almost Home..............................53 Alpenhaus Restaurant..................77 American Flatbread, Waitsfield.......89 American Flatbread — Burlington Hearth.......................................23 American Flatbread at the Marble Works..............................57 Amigos Cantina.................... 51, 55 Angela’s Pub...............................55 Angeleno’s Pizza.................... 66, 67 Angelina’s Restaurant...................79 Ariel’s Restaurant .......................65 Arvad’s Grill and Pub.............. 85, 87 Asian Bistro................................31 4Asiana House..................... 11, 13 Auggie’s Island Grill.....................17 Austrian Tea Room at the Trapp Family Lodge..............................77

B B. U. Emporium...........................35 Back Home Again........................93 Back to Vermont..........................92 Backstage Pub............................43 The Backstretch...........................63 Backyard Tavern..........................81 The Bagel...................................75 Bagel Café & Deli.........................19 Bagel Market...............................37 Bailey’s Restaurant at Bolton Valley..............................41 Baja Jack’s Taco Shack........... 21, 23 Bamboo Gardens..........................61 Banana Winds Café and Pub.... 37, 47 Bandit’s Wings and Grill ..............29 Bangkok Bistro............................13 Bar Antidote...............................51 Bayside Pavilion..........................99 Bayside Triple M Deli....................39 The Bearded Frog.........................35 The Bee’s Knees...........................75 Belle’s Café........................... 35, 39 Big Daddy’s Delivery.....................23 Big Fatty’s BBQ...........................15 Big Picture Theater and Café... 86, 87 Big Wok.....................................98 Bingo’s Pizzeria...........................43 Birdseye Diner.............................93 Bistro Sauce...............................35 Black Bear Inn............................29

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Black Door Bar & Bistro.......... 63, 67 4Black Sheep Bistro............. 49, 53 Blue Cat Café and Wine Bar..... 15, 21 Blue Moon Café...........................77 Blue Paddle Bistro.......................98 Blue Star Café....................... 35, 37 Bobcat Café................................53 Bongiorno’s................................89 Bonz Smokehouse and Grill...........73 Bove’s Restaurant........................21 Brandon Falls Diner......................93 Brandon House of Pizza................95 Breakwater Café..........................13 Brewski at the Notch....................81 Bridge Street Café........................35 Bristol Bakery & Café............. 51, 53 Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery......... 19, 39 Buono Appetito...........................43 Burlington Bagel Bakery......... 37, 39 Burlington Bay Market & Café........19 Burt’s Irish Pub...........................71 The Busy Chef.............................41 Butler’s at the Inn at Essex...........41

Coaches Pizza ............................99 Cobblestone Deli and Café............19 Cody’s Irish Pub & Grille...............47 Coffee Bean Grill & Café...............85 Coffee Corner..............................63 Coffee Exchange..........................93 Coffee Hound..............................37 Colonial Café at the Golden Eagle.....................75 Common Café..............................63 The Common Man........................85 Constantino’s Italian Imports........93 Corner Pocket..............................73 Coslin’s Pub at Stowehof...............81 Country Flair Restaurant...............85 4Country Pantry................... 97, 99 The Countryman’s Pleasure............94 Cubber’s.....................................53 Cucina Antica........................ 35, 41 Cupboard Deli....................... 73, 75 Cuzzins Nightclub........................67

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Da’ Vine Gourmet.........................43 Daily Planet................................21 Danny’s Pub................................63 Defelice’s....................................63 Del’s Pizza and Pasta House.... 66, 67 Delicate Decadence Pastry Shop and Café.............................61 The Den.....................................85 Depot Street Malt Shop................75 Dining Room at the Trapp Family Lodge......................77 Dobrá Tea...................................17 Donny’s NY Pizza.........................45 Dough Boy’s Bakery & Coffee Shop ...................... 15, 19 Dragon House.............................31 Drifter’s Deli......................... 75, 79 Drink................................... 15, 25 Dutch Mill Family Restaurant.........29 Dutch Pancake Café................ 71, 75

Cactus Café of Stowe....................79 Café 206....................................53 The Café at Myers........................15 Café Mediterano..........................41 Café Provence.............................94 Café Shelburne............................41 Cannon’s....................................21 Capitol Grounds...........................63 Caribbean Buffet.........................17 Carol’s Hungry Mind Café..............53 Carriage Room Restaurant at the Town and Country..................77 Cattails Restaurant......................92 Center General Store.............. 86, 87 Center Street Saloon....................93 Charlie B’s Pub & Restaurant at Stoweflake..............................71 Charlie O’s............................ 63, 67 Charlmont Restaurant...................71 Cheese Outlet/Fresh Market...........19 Chef Leu’s House.........................31 Chef’s Corner Café & Bakery...........35 Chef’s Table................................65 Chester’s Bakery..........................98 Chez Henri Restaurant and Bistro............................ 86, 87 Chicken Charlie’s..........................29 China Express..............................13 China Fun...................................86 China King..................................31 China Star Chinese Restaurant 61, 86 China Town Restaurant.................61 China Wok Buffet.........................98 Chopstick House II......................31 Chow! Bella................................99 Christophe’s on the Green.............55 Church Street Tavern....................25 Cider House Barbecue and Pub............................... 85, 86 City Limits Nite Club....................55 City Market of Onion River Co-op...21 CJ Suds South.............................95 Clem and Company......................94 Cliff House at Stowe Mountain Resort..........................71 Clover House Restaurant...............29 Club Metronome at Nectar’s...........23

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E East End Quick Stop............... 98, 99 East Orchid.................................31 Eastern Dragon ..........................98 Easy Street Café..........................86 Edelweiss Bakery & Café......... 73, 75 El Sol.........................................66 Elements ...................................61 Emily’s at Stowehof......................79 Esox..........................................15 Euro Gourmet Café.......................17 Euro Restaurant...........................41

F Farmhouse Café & Catering Co..............................65 Ferrisburgh Roadhouse.................53 Finkerman’s Riverside BBQ...... 63, 65 Finnigan’s Pub............................15 Fire & Ice Restaurant...................57 Fireside Flatbread at Bolton Valley Resort....................45 Fireside Tavern at Stowe Mountain Resort.................... 73, 77 First Wok Chinese Restaurant.........73 Flour Shop..................................35 Foodee’s Pizza.............................45

Foothills Bakery..........................98 Four Corners of the Earth..............19 Foxfire Inn & Italian Restaurant.....79 Franny O’s...................................43 Friar’s Tavern...............................93 Fu Da Chinese Restaurant.............13

G G’s Restaurant.............................29 Gables Inn..................................77 Garden of Eatin’ Café....................39 Gene’s Beans...............................93 George’s Place....................... 61, 63 Gesine Confectionary & Gourmet Market.................. 61, 63 Gill’s Delicatessen........................93 Girasole................................ 66, 67 Global Markets Café, Grill & Grocery.............................17 Golden Palace.............................66 Good Taste Restaurant..................31 Good Times Café..........................41 Gourmet Provence........................93 Grace’s On The Go Bistro......... 35, 39 Gracie’s......................................81 Grand Isle Ferry Diner...................99 Great Harvest Bread Co. .................15 Green Cup Café & Bakery........ 86, 87 Green Dragon..............................73 Green Goddess...................... 75, 77 Green Peppers Restaurant.............57 Green Room........................ 1, 7, 21 Grey Fox Inn, Pub at....................81 Groovin’ Beans............................75 Ground Round.............................29 Gusto’s................................. 63, 67

H Halvorson’s Upstreet Café....... 13, 25 Hana Japanese Steakhouse ..........73 Handy’s Lunch.............................19 Hardwick House of Pizza...............67 Hardwick Village Restaurant..........65 Harper’s Restaurant at the Holiday Inn................. 29, 43 Harrington’s of Vermont................39 Harrison’s Restaurant and Bar........71 Harvest Market............................75 Healthy Living Organic Café..........37 Hearth & Candle..........................77 Hearth at The Sugarbush Inn........85 4Hemingway’s Restaurant .... 91, 94 Hen of the Wood at the Grist Mill..................... 85, 87 Henry’s Diner..............................19 Hero’s Welcome...........................98 Higher Ground.............................43 Hilary’s Restaurant.......................71 Hilltop Restaurant.......................66 Hoagie Hut.................................41 Hoagie’s Pizza & Pasta..................43 Hob Knob Inn & Restaurant.... 71, 81 Hogan’s Pub...............................89 Hong Kong Kitchen......................33 Hooters......................................47 House of Tang.............................61 Hunger Mountain Co-op................63 Hungry Bear on Main Street..........51 Hungry Bear Café.........................39 Hyde Away Inn and Restaurant......85

I Ice House Restaurant & Bar..........25 India House Restaurant................21 Inn at Mad River Barn..................85 Inn at Shelburne Farms................41 The Inside Scoop.........................92

J J. Morgan’s Steakhouse................67 Jacob’s Restaurant................. 98, 99 James Moore Tavern.....................47 Java News..................................93 Jay’s Restaurant and Pizzeria... 85, 89 Jeff’s Maine Seafood....................99 Jeffersonville Pizza Dept......... 79, 81 Jilly’s Sports Bar..........................93 Jimmz Pizza................................89 Joe’s Snack Bar...........................41 John Egan’s Big World Pub and Grille...................................85 Joyce’s Noodle House...................33 JP’s Pub.....................................15 JP’s Restaurant and Deli......... 29, 39 JR’s Eatery..................................94 Julio’s Cantina Mexican Cuisine & Margarita Bar................66 Junior’s Italian...................... 43, 45 Juniper’s Fare..............................89

K Kartula’s Café & Bagel Bakery........98 KC’s Bagel Café............................87 Kellee’s Creemee & Grill................89 Ken’s Pizza.................................25 Kinfolks Kuntry Restaurant............53 Kirkwood’s Pub at Stowe Mountain Resort........... 71, 75 Kismet................................. 63, 65 Kitchen Table Bistro.....................37 Klinger’s Bread Company......... 35, 37 Kong Chow Restaurant..................92 Koto Restaurant..........................33 Kountry Kart Deli.........................19 Koval’s Coffee........................ 35, 39 Kwan’s Chinese Restaurant............33

L L’Amante....................................23 La Brioche..................................61 La Villa Mediterranean Bistro & Pizzeria.................... 37, 45 Ladies Invited.............................73 Lake-View Restaurant...................31 Langdon Street Café.....................63 Laughing Moon Chocolates...........75 Lee’s Chinese Restaurant .............33 Lemon Grass Thai Cuisine..............33 Leonardo’s Pizza.................... 25, 45 Leunig’s Bistro............................17 Li’s Chinese.................................92 Libby’s Diner...............................39 Lilac Inn....................................94 Lincoln Inn Restaurant and Tavern..................................31 Lippitt’s Restaurant & Morgan’s Pub...........................65 Little Harry’s...............................94 Localfolk Smokehouse............ 86, 89 Long Trail Tavern.........................81 Loretta’s Fine Italian Cuisine.........43

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Lounge at the Trapp Family Lodge...................... 79 Lucky King Restaurant.................. 73 Lucky Wok Chinese Restaurant....... 33 Luigi’s........................................ 57

MT Bellies Deli............................ 39 Muddy Waters.............................. 17 Mulligan’s................................... 67 Munchy’s.................................... 77 My-T-Fine................................... 98

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Magnolia Bistro........................... 17 Magoo’s...................................... 93 Main Dining Room at the Basin Harbor Club.................. 55 Main Street Dining Room.............. 71 Main Street Grill & Bar............61, 65 Main Street Market, Deli & Bakery.........................73, 75 Mama Mia’s Pizzeria................43, 45 Manhattan Pizza & Pub...........23, 25 Maple Grove Dining Room and Cottages............................... 95 Maple Valley Country Store.......61, 65 Marco’s Pizza.............................. 45 Marsala Salsa.........................87, 89 Martone’s Market & Café............... 39 Mary’s Café................................. 94 Mary’s Restaurant at The Inn at Baldwin Creek.......... 55 Matterhorn Restaurant.............77, 81 Maxi’s Restaurant........................ 85 May Garden Chinese Restaurant..... 51 McCarthy’s Restaurant.................. 77 McGillicuddy’s Irish Pub................ 67 McGuel’s Irish Burro Café.............. 99 McKee’s Pub & Grill.................31, 47 Melben’s Restaurant................79, 81 Men at Wok................................ 33 Mes Amis.................................... 79 Mexicali Authentic Mexican Grill.... 43 Michael’s Good to Go.................... 87 Michael’s on the Hill.................... 89 Middlebury Bagel & Delicatessen... 53 Middlebury Inn.......................51, 53 Middlebury Market and Sama’s Cafe.....................51, 55 Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op Café.............................51, 53 Midway Diner.............................. 94 Millbrook Inn & Restaurant........... 87 Milton Diner............................... 39 Mimmo’s Pizzeria....................43, 45 Mimmo’s Pizzeria Restaurant......... 99 Ming’s Restaurant, Colchester........ 33 Ming’s Restaurant, Essex Junction............................ 33 Ming’s Restaurant, South Burlington......................... 33 Ming Moon Buffet Chinese Restaurant...................... 61 Mirabelles..............................15, 17 Mister Up’s Restaurant.............51, 57 Mister Z’s Italian Restaurant.......... 66 Moe’s Southwest Grill................... 43 Mojo’s Café................................. 37 Monkey House........................35, 43 Montpelier Village Pizza................ 67 Morrisville House of Pizza............. 81 Morse Mountain Grill.................... 71 Moscow Tea House....................... 75 Mountain Greens Market............... 55 Mountain High Pizza.................... 45 Mr. Mike’s................................... 25 Mr. Pickwick’s at Ye Olde England Inn..................... 77

Nana’s Restaurant........................ 98 Naru Asian Cuisine....................... 33 Nectar’s.................................15, 23 Neil & Otto’s Pizza....................... 57 New Shanghai and Tokyo Restaurant......................... 92 New World Tortilla.......21, 23, 41, 43 New York Pizza Oven.................... 45 Nicco’s Cucina............................. 43 Noonie’s Deli............................... 53 Norma’s at Topnotch.................... 77 North Hero House Inn.................. 98 Number One Chinese Restaurant.... 92

O Oak Street Café at the Wyndham.... 17 Oasis Diner................................. 19 Old Brick Café............................. 37 Old Foundry Restaurant................ 98 Old Hancock Hotel....................... 86 Old Shed Bar & Grill..................... 47 Old Vienna Tea Room and Restaurant............................ 79 Olde Northender Pub.................... 15 Olde Yankee Restaurant...........31, 47 Olive’s Bistro............................... 75 One Flight Up at the Airport.....31, 47 Orchid Chinese Cuisine................. 33 Orient Taste Express..................... 92 Oriental Wok............................... 33 The Other Place........................... 15 Otter Creek Bakery..................51, 53 Out of Bounds Sports Bar & Night Club............................... 95 Outer Space................................ 19 Overtime Saloon.......................... 99

P Pacific Rim................................. 13 The Palms Restaurant..............92, 95 Panadero.................................... 15 Panda China................................ 98 Papa Frank’s................................ 43 Papa Nick’s Family Restaurant...31, 41 Paradise Deli and Market............... 87 Parima Restaurant....................... 13 Park Café.................................... 98 Park Row Café........................86, 87 Park Squeeze............................... 53 Parkway Diner............................. 39 Partridge Inn Seafood Restaurant...................... 81 Pasqually’s.................................. 93 Patricia’s Restaurant................92, 94 Pauline’s Café . ........................... 41 Paynter’s Restaurant & the Centre Stage Lounge at Holiday Inn......... 95 Peking Duck House...................... 33 Penny Cluse Café......................... 17 Perellie’s Pizzeria ........................ 89 Perry’s Main Street Eatery............. 92 Phoenix Bar & Grill...................... 86 Picasso’s Pizza.......................39, 45 Pickle Barrel Nightclub................. 95

Pie in the Sky.................. 79, 81, 99 4Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge........................ 69, 79, 81 Piezano’s...............................79, 81 Pinky’s....................................... 63 The Pitcher Inn........................... 87 The Pizza Joint.......................79, 81 Pizza on Earth............................. 45 Pizza Putt................................... 45 Plan B........................................ 21 Planet Rock................................ 67 Plum & Main Restaurant............... 77 Positive Pie & Positive Pie 2.....66, 67 Poultney House of Pizza............... 95 The Pour House........................... 31 The Pub..................................... 25 Purple Knight Pizza & Deli.......39, 45 Purple Moon Pub....................86, 89

Q Quality Bake Shop..................35, 39 Quatorze...............................13, 17

R Radio Bean Coffeehouse..........17, 23 4Rainbow Sweets............ 59, 61, 63 Ramunto’s Sicilian Pizza............... 95 Rasputin’s.................................. 23 Rathskeller Restaurant & Lounge.... 47 Ray’s Seafood Market.................... 47 Red Basil Thai Cuisine.................. 73 Red Brick Grill ............................ 94 Red Clover Inn............................ 92 Red Kettle Family Restaurant......... 65 Red Mill at Basin Harbor Club.......... 53 Red Onion.................................. 19 Red Square................................. 23 Reggie’s Tavern........................... 51 Restaurant Phoebe....................... 65 Restaurant Swisspot..................... 79 Rhapsody Café............................ 65 Rí Rá Irish Pub.......................15, 25 Rimrock’s Mountain Tavern.......71, 81 River’s Edge Coffee Shop & Grill..... 17 River’s Edge Snackbar................... 65 River Run Restaurant.................... 65 Robbie’s Wildlife Refuge............... 73 Rocky’s NY Pizza.....................43, 45 Rockydale Pizza........................... 57 Roland’s Place 1796 House............ 55 Rooney’s 1820 Coffeehouse .....37, 39 Rooney’s Café & Deli...............19, 23 Roque’s...................................... 23 Rosario’s American Eatery............. 43 Rosie’s Restaurant....................... 51 Rotisserie Restaurant................... 47 Round Table at Days Inn............... 65 Roxie’s Snack Bar......................... 94 Royal Orchid Restaurant............... 61 Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern............... 41 Ruben James.............................. 25 Rustic Restaurant Motel and Sports Bar.......................61, 67 Rusty Nail Bar & Grille.............71, 79 Rusty Scuffer.............................. 13 Ruthcliffe Lodge and Restaurant.... 98 Rutland Buffet............................ 93 Rutland Restaurant...................... 92

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& Sports Lounge.....................92, 95 Sacred Grounds........................... 37 Sakura Bana Japanese.................. 13 Sakura Sushi & Kitchen................ 33 Sambel’s Restaurant & Catering..... 65 Sandwich Shoppe......................... 93 Sarducci’s................................... 66 Sean and Nora’s........................... 65 Second Floor............................... 23 Shaggy’s Snack Bar...................... 99 Shalimar of India......................... 21 Shanty on the Shore.................... 25 Shed Restaurant and Brewery.......... 71 Sheryl’s Grill & Deli...................... 61 Shooters Saloon.......................... 98 Shore Acres Inn and Restaurant..... 99 Shoreham Inn............................. 57 Side Lines................................... 95 Silver Palace............................... 33 Simply Subs................................ 63 Sirloin Saloon........................47, 95 The Skinny Pancake.................17, 21 Slide Brook Lodge & Tavern........... 89 Smokejacks............................13, 21 Smugglers’ Notch Inn................... 77 Snaps Café.................................. 55 Sneakers Bistro & Café................. 37 Snows Snackbar & Creamy............. 79 4Sonoma Station..................27, 37 Soup ‘n’ Greens............................ 61 South Station at Trolley Square...... 94 Souza’s Brazilian Steakhouse....23, 25 Spanked Puppy Pub..................... 31 Speeder & Earl’s: Church Street...... 17 Speeder & Earl’s: Pine Street......... 19 Splash at the Boathouse............... 17 The Spotted Cow......................... 86 St. Albans Go Go......................... 98 Starry Night Café......................... 51 Steakhouse Restaurant................. 67 Stella Notte................................ 79 Steve & Erika’s Restaurant............. 71 Steve’s Park Diner........................ 53 Stone Soup................................. 21 Storm Café.................................. 53 Stowe Coffee House..................... 75 Stowe Dogs................................ 79 Stowe Inn and Tavern.................. 73 Sugarbush Inn, Grill at................. 85 Sugarsnap.................................. 21 Sully’s........................................ 94 Sunset Grille & Tap Room.............. 73 Suzanna’s Restaurant................... 65 Swanton House of Pizza............... 99 Sweetwaters............................... 21 Sweetwood Grill and Bar . ............ 86 Swift House Inn.......................... 55

T T Bones Restaurant and Bar.......... 31 T. Rugg’s Tavern.......................... 15 Tanglewood’s Restaurant............... 87 Tantra........................................ 15 Tapas Restaurant & Tavern............ 92 Taste......................................... 21 Taste of India.............................. 55 Tavern at the Inn at Essex................................31, 41 Thai Orchid Restaurant................. 73 That’s Life Soup........................... 63 Thompson’s Flour Shop............73, 75 Three Mountain Café...............86, 87

Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant.................................. 77 The Three Needs.......................... 15 Three Tomatoes Trattoria.........23, 95 Thrush Tavern............................. 67 Tilley’s Café...........................13, 25 Timbers . ................................... 86 Tiny Thai Restaurant.................... 33 Tokyo House..........................93, 95 Tommy’s City Grill...................31, 43 Top of the Block Sandwich Shoppe 19 Tortilla Flat................................. 23 Toscano Café Bistro...................... 37 Trackside Tavern.......................... 35 Trader Duke’s..........................31, 41 Trattoria Delia............................. 23 Trattoria La Festa Ristorante......... 79 Trellis at Inn on the Common ....... 61 Tuckaway’s Pub........................... 47 Tully & Marie’s............................. 55 Tuscan Kitchen............................ 43 Two Brothers Tavern..................... 51 Two Shea’s.................................. 93

U Uncle Joe’s Pizza & Pasta.............. 67 Uncle Mike’s Deli......................... 63 Uncommon Grounds..................... 19 Underhill Country Store...........39, 45

V-Z Vermont Bagel Café...................... 93 Vermont Pub & Brewery................ 25 Vermont Sandwich Company......................... 19, 39, 93 The Very Small Donut Company...............................86, 87 Vidalz...................................35, 43 Vietnam Restaurant...................... 33 Village Creeme Stand.................... 55 Village Cup................................. 37 Village Porch..........................87, 89 Village Snackbar.....................94, 95 Village Tavern............................. 81 Village Wine and Coffee...........35, 37 Viva Espresso.............................. 19 Waf’s West Side Deli................39, 41 Warner’s Snack Bar....................... 98 Warren House.............................. 87 Warren Store..........................86, 87 Waterbury Wings......................... 86 Watershed Tavern...................92, 94 Waybury Inn............................... 51 Wayside Restaurant & Bakery....61, 65 Weathervane Seafoods.............92, 95 What Ales You............................. 15 Whip Bar & Grill.....................73, 81 Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub........................... 47 Winfield’s Bistro at Stoweflake....... 75 Wok N House.............................. 73 Wok N Roll.................................. 73 Wokky’s Chinese.......................... 51 Yacht Club Restaurant at the Commodores Inn................ 77 Yellow Submarine & Deli............... 93 Zachary’s Pizza............................ 45 Zachary’s Pizza & Bar................... 45 Zachary’s Pizza, Waterbury............ 89 Zen Garden................................. 35 Ziggy’s....................................... 99 Zoe’s Tack Room & Café................ 37

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index by cuisine American 1824 House.................................... 85 Adrianas......................................... 13 Alley Coffee House & Ice Cream....29, 35 Amigos Cantina..........................51, 53 Arvad’s Grill and Pub...................85, 87 Back to Vermont.............................. 92 Bandit’s Wings and Grill .................. 29 Black Bear Inn................................ 29 Breakwater Café.............................. 13 Burt’s Irish Pub............................... 71 Cattails Restaurant.......................... 92 Charlie B’s Pub at Stoweflake............ 71 Charlmont Restaurant, The................... 71 Chester’s Bakery.............................. 98 Chicken Charlie’s.............................. 29 Cider House Barbecue and Pub.....85, 86 Cliff House at Stowe ....................... 71 Clover House Restaurant................... 29 Coffee Bean Grill & Café................... 85 The Common Man............................ 85 Country Flair Restaurant................... 85 The Den......................................... 85 Dutch Mill Family Restaurant................... 29 Dutch Pancake Café.....................71, 75 Elements ....................................... 61 G’s Restaurant................................. 29 George’s Place............................61, 63 Grill at the Sugarbush Inn................ 85 Ground Round................................. 29 Halvorson’s Upstreet Café..............13, 25 Harper’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn...............................29, 43 Harrison’s Restaurant and Bar............ 71 Hearth at the Sugarbush Inn............. 85 Hen of the Wood........................85, 87 Hilary’s Restaurant........................... 71 Hobknob Restaurant....................71, 81 Hungry Bear on Main Street.............. 51 Hyde Away Inn and Restaurant.......... 85 Inn at Mad River Barn...................... 85 The Inside Scoop............................. 92 Jacob’s Restaurant......................98, 99 Jay’s Restaurant and Pizzeria........85, 89 John Egan’s Big World Pub . ............. 85 JP’s Restaurant and Deli..............29, 39 Kirkwood’s Pub at Stowe ............71, 75 Lake-View Restaurant....................... 31 Lincoln Inn Restaurant & Tavern........ 31 Main Street Dining Room................... 71 Main Street Grill & Bar................61, 65 Maxi’s Restaurant............................ 85 McKee’s Pub & Grill.....................31, 47 Middlebury Inn...........................51, 53 Middlebury Market & Sama’s Cafe............................51, 55 Mister Up’s Restaurant.................51, 57 Morse Mountain Grill........................ 71 Old Foundry Restaurant................... 98 Old Hancock Hotel........................... 86 Olde Yankee Restaurant...............31, 47 One Flight Up at the Airport.........31, 47 The Palms Restaurant..................92, 95 Papa Nick’s Family Restaurant.......31, 41 Park Row Café............................86, 87 Patricia’s Restaurant....................92, 94 Perry’s Main Street Eatery..................... 92 Phoenix Bar & Grill.......................... 86 The Pour House............................... 31 Quatorze...................................13, 17 Red Clover Inn................................ 92 Rimrock’s Mountain Tavern...............71, 81 Rosie’s Restaurant........................... 51 Rustic Restaurant Motel & Bar.....61, 67 Rusty Nail Bar & Grille.................71, 79 Rusty Scuffer.................................. 13 Ruthcliffe Lodge & Restaurant.......... 98 Rutland Restaurant.......................... 92 Sabby’s Pasta House & Lounge.....92, 95 Shed Restaurant & Brewery............... 71 Sheryl’s Grill & Deli.......................... 61 Smokejacks................................13, 21 Soup n Greens................................. 61 Spanked Puppy Pub......................... 31

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The Spotted Cow............................. 86 St. Albans Go Go............................. 98 Starry Night Café............................. 51 Steve & Erika’s Restaurant..................... 71 Stowe Inn and Tavern...................... 73 Sweetwood Grill and Bar ...................86 T Bones Restaurant and Bar........................31 Tapas Restaurant & Tavern..................... 92 Tavern at the Inn at Essex..........31, 41 Timbers . ....................................... 86 Tokyo House..............................93, 95 Tommy’s City Grill.......................31, 43 Trader Duke’s..............................31, 41 Trellis at Inn on the Common . ............. 61 Two Brothers Tavern......................... 51 Vidalz.......................................35, 43 Warner’s Snack Bar........................... 98 Waterbury Wings............................. 86 Watershed Tavern.......................92, 94 Waybury Inn................................... 51 Wayside Restaurant & Bakery........61, 65 Whip Bar & Grill.........................73, 81

Asian A Single Pebble............................... 13 Asian Bistro.................................... 31 4Asiana House.........................11, 13 Bamboo Gardens.............................. 61 Bangkok Bistro................................ 13 Big Wok......................................... 98 Chef Leu’s House............................. 31 China Express.................................. 13 China Fun....................................... 86 China King...................................... 31 China Star Chinese Restaurant................... 61, 68 China Town Restaurant..................... 61 China Wok Buffet............................. 98 Chopstick House II.......................... 32 Dragon House................................. 31 East Orchid..................................... 31 Eastern Dragon .............................. 98 First Wok Chinese Restaurant............. 73 Fu Da Chinese Restaurant................. 13 Good Taste Restaurant...................... 31 Green Dragon.................................. 73 Hana Japanese Steakhouse .............. 73 Hong Kong Kitchen.......................... 33 House of Tang................................. 61 Joyce’s Noodle House....................... 33 Kong Chow Restaurant...................... 92 Koto Restaurant.............................. 33 Kwan’s Chinese Restaurant..................... 33 Lee’s Chinese Restaurant ...................33 Lemon Grass Thai Cuisine...................33 Li’s Chinese Restaurant..................... 92 Lucky King Restaurant...................... 73 Lucky Wok Chinese Restaurant........... 33 May Garden Chinese Restaurant....... 51 Men at Wok.................................... 33 Ming Moon Buffet Chinese................ 61 Ming’s Restaurant............................ 33 Naru Asian Cuisine........................... 33 New Shanghai and Tokyo.................. 92 Number One Chinese Restaurant........ 92 Orchid Chinese Cuisine..................... 33 Orient Taste Express......................... 92 Oriental Wok................................... 33 Pacific Rim..................................... 13 Panda China.................................... 98 Parima Restaurant........................... 13 Peking Duck House.......................... 33 Red Basil Thai Cuisine...................... 73 Royal Orchid Restaurant................... 61 Rutland Buffet................................ 93 Sakura Bana Japanese...................... 13 Sakura Sushi & Kitchen.................... 33 Silver Palace................................... 33 Tantra............................................ 15 Thai Orchid Restaurant..................... 73 Tiny Thai........................................ 33 Tokyo House..............................93, 95 Vietnam Restaurant.......................... 33 Wok N House.................................. 73 Wok N Roll...................................... 73

Wokky’s Chinese.............................. 51 Zen Garden..................................... 35

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3 Squares....................................... 53 All Fired Up Bistro......................63, 67 Alley Coffee House & Ice Cream......29, 35 Back Home Again............................ 93 The Bearded Frog............................. 35 The Bee’s Knees............................... 75 Belle’s Café................................35, 39 Big Picture Theater and Café........86, 87 Bistro Sauce................................... 35 Black Door Bar & Bistro...............63, 67 4Black Sheep Bistro..................49, 53 Blue Paddle Bistro........................... 98 Blue Star Café............................35, 37 Bobcat Café.................................... 53 Bridge Street Café............................ 35 Café 206........................................ 53 Café at Myers.................................. 15 Chez Henri Restaurant & Bistro.....86, 87 Colonial Café at the Golden Eagle........ 75 Cucina Antica.............................35, 41 Dutch Pancake Café.....................71, 75 Easy Street Café.............................. 86 Edelweiss Bakery & Café..............73, 75 Euro Gourmet Café........................... 17 Flour Shop...................................... 35 Foothills Bakery.............................. 98 George’s Place............................61, 63 Global Markets, Café & Grocery.......... 17 Grace’s On The Go Bistro..............35, 39 Green Cup Café & Bakery.............86, 87 Green Goddess...........................75, 77 Groovin’ Beans................................ 75 Harvest Market................................ 75 Healthy Living Organic Café.............. 37 Hero’s Welcome............................... 98 Hunger Mountain Co-op.................... 63 Kartula’s Café & Bagel Bakery............ 98 Kismet......................................63, 65 Kitchen Table Bistro......................... 37 Klinger’s Bread Company..............35, 37 La Villa Mediterranean Pizzeria.....37, 45 Leunig’s Bistro................................ 17 Magnolia Bistro............................... 17 Middlebury Inn...........................51, 53 Mirabelles..................................15, 17 Oak Street Café at the Wyndham........ 17 Old Brick Café................................. 37 Olive’s Bistro................................... 75 Park Café........................................ 98 Park Squeeze................................... 53 Penny Cluse Café............................. 17 Quatorze...................................13, 17 4Rainbow Sweets............... 59, 61, 63 Red Mill at Basin Harbor Club............ 53 River’s Edge Coffee Shop & Grill......... 17 Sacred Grounds............................... 37 The Skinny Pancake.....................17, 21 Sneakers Bistro & Café..................... 37 4Sonoma Station......................27, 37 Splash at the Boathouse................... 17 Storm Café...................................... 53 That’s Life Soup............................... 63 Toscano Café Bistro.......................... 37 Vermont Bagel Café.......................... 93 Village Cup..................................... 37 Winfield’s Bistro at Stoweflake........... 75

Bristol Bakery & Café..................51, 53 Center General Store.................... 86, 87 Chef’s Corner Café & Bakery............... 35 Chester’s Bakery.............................. 98 Coffee Exchange.............................. 93 Cupboard Deli............................73, 75 Delicate Decadence Pastry & Café...... 61 Dough Boy’s Bakery & Coffee........15, 19 Edelweiss Bakery & Café..............73, 75 Flour Shop...................................... 35 Foothills Bakery.............................. 98 Gesine Confectionary & Market.....61, 63 Gourmet Provence............................ 93 Great Harvest Bread Co. . ................. 15 Green Cup Café & Bakery.............86, 87 Klinger’s Bread Company..............35, 37 Koval’s Coffee.............................35, 39 La Brioche...................................... 61 Main Street Market, Deli & Bakery...73, 75 Maple Valley Country Store...........61, 65 Middlebury Co-op Café.................51, 53 Mirabelles..................................15, 17 Otter Creek Bakery......................51, 53 Panadero........................................ 15 Quality Bake Shop......................35, 39 4Rainbow Sweets............... 59, 61, 63 Thompson’s Flour Shop................73, 75 The Very Small Donut Company.....86, 87 Village Wine and Coffee...............35, 37 Warren Store..............................86, 87

Bar 1/2 Lounge................................15, 21 38 Main Street Pub ......................... 35 Akes’ Place..................................... 15 B. U. Emporium............................... 35 The Backstretch............................... 63 Bar Antidote .................................. 51 Blue Cat Café and Wine Bar..........15, 21 Center Street Saloon........................ 93 Charlie O’s.................................63, 67 Corner Pocket.................................. 73 Danny’s Pub.................................... 63 Drink........................................15, 25 Esox.............................................. 15 Finnigan’s Pub................................ 15 Friar’s Tavern................................... 93 Gusto’s......................................63, 67 Jilly’s Sports Bar.............................. 93 JP’s Pub......................................... 15 Ladies Invited................................. 73 Magoo’s.......................................... 93 Monkey House............................35, 43 Olde Northender Pub........................ 15 The Other Place............................... 15 Phoenix Bar & Grill.......................... 86 Purple Moon Pub........................86, 89 Reggie’s Tavern............................... 51 Rí Râ Irish Pub...........................15, 25 Robbie’s Wildlife Refuge................... 73 Shooters Saloon.............................. 98 T. Rugg’s Tavern.............................. 15 Three Mountain Café...................86, 87 The Three Needs.............................. 15 Trackside Tavern.............................. 35 Two Shea’s...................................... 93 What Ales You................................. 15

Barbecue Big Fatty’s BBQ............................... 15 Bonz Smokehouse and Grill......................73 Cider House Barbecue and Pub.....85, 86 Ferrisburgh Roadhouse..................... 53 Finkerman’s Riverside BBQ................63, 65 Fireside Tavern at Stowe..............73, 77 Localfolk Smokehouse.................86, 89 Nectar’s.....................................15, 23 Sunset Grille & Tap Room.................. 73

CajunCaribbean Auggie’s Island Grill......................... 17 Caribbean Buffet............................. 17 Marsala Salsa.............................87, 89

Coffee/Tea The Bee’s Knees............................... 75 Blue Star Café............................35, 37 Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery.............19, 39 Burlington Bagel Bakery..............37, 39 Capitol Grounds............................... 63 Carol’s Hungry Mind Café....................53

Coffee Corner.................................. 63 Coffee Exchange.............................. 93 Coffee Hound.................................. 37 Dobrá Tea....................................... 17 Gene’s Beans................................... 93 Gesine Confectionary & Market.....61, 63 Java News...................................... 93 Langdon Street Café......................... 63 Laughing Moon Chocolates......................75 Mojo’s Café..................................... 37 Moscow Tea House........................... 75 Muddy Waters.................................. 17 Radio Bean Coffeehouse..............17, 23 Rooney’s 1820 Coffeehouse .................37, 39 Sacred Grounds............................... 37 Speeder & Earl’s.........................17, 19 Stowe Coffee House......................... 75 Three Mountain Café...................86, 87 Uncommon Grounds......................... 19 Village Cup..................................... 37 Village Wine and Coffee...............35, 37 Viva Espresso.................................. 19 Zoe’s Tack Room & Café.................... 37

Deli/Sandwich Almost Home.................................. 53 The Bagel....................................... 75 Bagel Café & Deli............................. 19 Bagel Market................................... 37 Banana Winds Café and Pub.........37, 47 Bayside Triple M Deli........................ 39 Belle’s Café................................35, 39 Bristol Bakery & Café..................51, 53 Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery..............19, 39 Burlington Bagel Bakery..............37, 39 Burlington Bay Market & Café............ 19 Capitol Grounds............................... 63 Center General Store.................... 86, 87 Cheese Outlet/Fresh Market..........19, 35 Cobblestone Deli and Café................ 19 Constantino’s Italian Imports............ 93 Cupboard Deli............................73, 75 Defelice’s........................................ 63 Drifter’s Deli..............................75, 79 East End Quick Stop....................98, 99 Four Corners of the Earth.................. 19 Garden of Eatin’ Café........................ 39 Gill’s Delicatessen............................ 93 Grace’s On The Go Bistro..............35, 39 Harrington’s of Vermont.................... 39 Harvest Market................................ 75 Hero’s Welcome............................... 98 Hungry Bear Café............................. 39 Java News...................................... 93 KC’s Bagel Café................................ 87 Kirkwood’s Pub at Stowe.............71, 75 Kountry Kart Deli............................. 19 Koval’s Coffee.............................35, 39 Main Street Market, Deli & Bakery....73, 75 Martone’s Market & Café................... 39 Middlebury Bagel & Delicatessen....... 53 Middlebury Co-op Café................51, 53 MT Bellies Deli................................ 39 Noonie’s Deli................................... 53 Otter Creek Bakery......................51, 53 Outer Space.................................... 19 Paradise Deli and Market................... 87 Park Row Café............................86, 87 Pasqually’s...................................... 93 Picasso’s Pizza...........................39, 45 Pie in the Sky...................... 79, 81, 99 Pinky’s........................................... 63 Purple Knight Pizza & Deli...........39, 45 Red Onion...................................... 19 Rooney’s Cafe & Deli...................19, 23 Sandwich Shoppe............................. 93 Simply Subs.................................... 63 Stowe Coffee House......................... 75 Thompson’s Flour Shop................73, 75 Top of the Block Sandwich Shoppe..... 19 Uncle Mike’s Deli............................. 63 Underhill Country Store...............39, 45 Vermont Sandwich Co. .......... 19, 39, 93 The Very Small Donut Company..........................86, 87

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Viva Espresso.................................. 19 Waf’s West Side Deli....................39, 41 Warren Store..............................86, 87 Yellow Submarine & Deli................... 93 Zoe’s Tack Room & Café.................... 37

Diner AJ’s Kitchen.................................... 39 Birdseye Diner................................. 93 Brandon Falls Diner.......................... 93 Clem and Company.......................... 94 Coffee Corner.................................. 63 Common Café.................................. 63 Depot Street Malt Shop.................... 75 Dough Boy’s Bakery & Coffee........15, 19 Ferrisburgh Roadhouse..................... 53 Handy’s Lunch................................. 19 Hardwick Village Restaurant.............. 65 Henry’s Diner.................................. 19 JP’s Restaurant and Deli..............29, 39 JR’s Eatery...................................... 94 Kinfolks Kuntry Restaurant................ 53 Libby’s Diner................................... 39 Mary’s Café..................................... 94 McCarthy’s Restaurant...................... 77 Midway Diner.................................. 94 Milton Diner................................... 39 Munchy’s........................................ 77 Oasis Diner..................................... 19 Parkway Diner................................. 39 Plum & Main Restaurant................... 77 Quality Bake Shop......................35, 39 Red Kettle Family Restaurant............. 65 Rooney’s 1820 Coffeehouse .................37, 39 Steve’s Park Diner............................ 53 Wayside Restaurant & Bakery........61, 65

Eclectic 1/2 Lounge................................15, 21 158 Main........................................ 77 Alex’s Restaurant/VT Soup Co............ 41 Ariel’s Restaurant ........................... 65 Arvad’s Grill and Pub...................85, 87 Bailey’s Restaurant at Bolton............ 41 Basin Harbor, Main Dining Room........ 55 Big Picture Theater and Café........86, 87 The Blue Moon Café......................... 77 The Busy Chef................................. 41 Butler’s at the Inn at Essex......................41 Café Provence................................. 94 Carriage Room at Town & Country...... 77 Chef’s Table.................................... 65 City Market Co-op............................ 21 Cubber’s......................................... 53 Daily Planet.................................... 21 Farmhouse Café & Catering Co........... 65 Finkerman’s Riverside BBQ................63, 65 Fireside Tavern at Stowe..............73, 77 Gables Inn...................................... 77 Good Times Café.............................. 41 Green Goddess...........................75, 77 Green Room.............................1, 7, 21 Hearth & Candle.............................. 77 4Hemingway’s Restaurant ......... 91, 94 Hen of the Wood.............................85, 87 Inn at Shelburne Farms.................... 41 Kismet......................................63, 65 Lilac Inn........................................ 94 Lippitt’s Restaurant & Morgan’s Pub... 65 Little Harry’s................................... 94 Main Street Grill & Bar................61, 65 Maple Valley Country Store...........61, 65 Mary’s at The Inn at Baldwin Creek......... 55 Matterhorn Restaurant.................77, 81 Michael’s Good to Go........................ 87 Middlebury Market & Sama’s Café.......51, 55 Millbrook Inn & Restaurant............... 87 Mountain Greens Market................... 55 Mr. Pickwick’s at Ye Olde England Inn......................... 77 My-T-Fine....................................... 98 Nana’s Restaurant............................ 98 New World Tortilla...........21, 23, 41, 43

Norma’s at Topnotch........................ 77 North Hero House............................ 98 Papa Nick’s Family Restaurant.......31, 41 Patricia’s Restaurant....................92, 94 Pauline’s Café . ............................... 41 The Pitcher Inn............................... 87 Plan B............................................ 21 Restaurant Phoebe........................... 65 Rhapsody Café................................ 65 River Run Restaurant........................ 65 Roland’s Place 1796 House.......................55 Round Table at Days Inn................... 65 Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern................... 41 Sambel’s Restaurant & Catering......... 65 Sean and Nora’s............................... 65 Shore Acres Inn & Restaurant............ 99 The Skinny Pancake.....................17, 21 Smokejacks................................13, 21 Smuggler’s Notch Inn....................... 77 Snaps Café...................................... 55 South Station at Trolley Square.......... 94 Stone Soup..................................... 21 Sugarsnap...................................... 21 Suzanna’s Restaurant....................... 65 Sweetwaters................................... 21 Swift House Inn.............................. 55 Tanglewood’s Restaurant................... 87 Taste............................................. 21 Tavern at the Inn at Essex...........31, 41 Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant...... 77 Trader Duke’s..............................31, 41 Tully & Marie’s................................. 55 Village Porch..............................87, 89 Waf’s West Side Deli....................39, 41 Warren House.................................. 87 Watershed Tavern.......................92, 94 Yacht Club Restaurant at the Commodores Inn.................... 77

Euro Alpenhaus Restaurant...................... 77 Austrian Tea Room at the Trapp Lodge.............................. 77 Café Mediterano.............................. 41 Café Provence................................. 94 Café Shelburne................................ 41 Chez Henri Restaurant & Bistro.....86, 87 Chow! Bella.................................... 99 Christophe’s on the Green.................... 55 The Countryman’s Pleasure................ 94 Cucina Antica.............................35, 41 Emily’s at Stowehof.......................... 79 Euro Restaurant............................... 41 Mes Amis........................................ 79 Michael’s on the Hill........................ 89 Old Vienna Tea Room and Restaurant................................ 79 Red Brick Grill ................................ 94 Restaurant Swisspot......................... 79 Tavern at the Inn at Essex...........31, 41 Trapp Family Lodge.....................77, 79

Fast Food A&W Drive-In.................................. 55 Ahli Baba’s Kabob Shop.................... 21 Al’s French Frys............................... 41 Baja Jack’s Taco Shack............... 21, 23 Grand Isle Ferry Diner....................... 99 Hoagie Hut..................................... 41 Joe’s Snack Bar............................... 41 Kellee’s Creemee & Grill.................... 89 River’s Edge Snackbar....................... 65 Roxie’s Snack Bar............................. 94 Shaggy’s Snack Bar.......................... 99 Snows Snackbar & Creamy.................... 79 Stowe Dogs.................................... 79 Village Creeme Stand........................ 55 Village Snackbar.........................94, 95

Indian Golden Palace................................. 66 India House Restaurant.................... 21 Shalimar of India............................. 21 Taste of India.................................. 55

Italian A Crust Above............................94, 95 Angeleno’s Pizza.........................66, 67 Blue Cat Café & Wine Bar.............15, 21 Bove’s Restaurant............................ 21 Buono Appetito............................... 43 Cannon’s........................................ 21 Coaches Pizza ................................ 99 Del’s Pizza & Pasta House.................66, 67 Foxfire Inn & Restaurant................... 79 Girasole.....................................66, 67 Hilltop Restaurant........................... 66 Hoagie’s Pizza & Pasta...................... 43 Jacob’s Restaurant......................98, 99 Jay’s Restaurant and Pizzeria........95, 89 Jeffersonville Pizza Dept.............. 79, 81 Junior’s Italian...........................43, 45 Juniper’s Fare.................................. 89 L’Amante........................................ 23 Loretta’s Fine Italian Cuisine............. 43 Mama Mia’s Pizzeria....................43, 45 Manhattan Pizza & Pub...............23, 25 Melben’s Restaurant....................79, 81 Mimmo’s Pizzeria........................43, 45 Mimmo’s Pizzeria Restaurant............. 99 Mister Z’s Italian Restaurant.............. 66 Nicco’s Cucina................................. 43 The Palms Restaurant..................92, 95 Papa Frank’s.................................... 43 Pie in the Sky...................... 79, 81, 99 4Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge............................ 69, 79, 81 Piezano’s...................................79, 81 The Pizza Joint...........................79, 81 Pizza on Earth................................. 45 Positive Pie & Positive Pie 2.........66, 67 Rocky’s NY Pizza.........................43, 45 Rooney’s Cafe & Deli...................19, 23 Rosario’s American Eatery................. 43 Sabby’s Pasta House & Lounge......92, 95 Sarducci’s....................................... 66 Stella Notte.................................... 79 Three Tomatoes Trattoria, ...........23, 95 Trattoria Delia................................. 23 Trattoria La Festa Ristorante............. 79 Tuscan Kitchen................................ 43 Vidalz.......................................35, 43 Ziggy’s........................................... 99

Latin-Mexican Amigos Cantina..........................51, 55 Baja Jack’s Taco Shack................21, 23 Cactus Café of Stowe........................ 79 El Sol............................................. 66 Julio’s Cantina & Margarita Bar.......... 66 Localfolk Smokehouse.................86, 89 Marsala Salsa.............................87, 89 McGuel’s Irish Burro Café.................. 99 Mexicali Authentic Mexican Grill........ 43 Moe’s Southwest Grill....................... 43 New World Tortilla...........21, 23, 41, 43 Roque’s.......................................... 23 Souza’s Brazilian Steakhouse........23, 25 Tommy’s City Grill.......................31, 43 Tortilla Flat..................................... 23

Nightclub 242 Main........................................ 23 Angela’s Pub................................... 55 Backstage Pub................................ 43 Black Door Bar & Bistro...............63, 67 Charlie O’s.................................63, 67 City Limits Nite Club........................ 55 Club Metronome at Nectar’s............... 23

Cuzzins Nightclub............................ 67 Franny O’s....................................... 43 Harper’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn...29, 43 Higher Ground................................. 43 Langdon Street Café......................... 63 Monkey House............................35, 43 Nectar’s.....................................15, 23 Overtime Saloon.............................. 99 Paynter’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn...... 95 Pickle Barrel Nightclub..................... 95 Planet Rock.................................... 67 Radio Bean Coffeehouse..............17, 23 Rasputin’s...................................... 23 Red Square..................................... 23 Rusty Nail Bar & Grille.................71, 79 Second Floor................................... 23 Side Lines....................................... 95

Pizzeria A Crust Above............................94, 95 All Fired Up Bistro......................63, 67 American Flatbread, Waitsfield........... 89 American Flatbread — Burlington Hearth........................... 23 American Flatbread at the Marble Works......................... 57 Angelina’s Restaurant....................... 79 Angeleno’s Pizza.........................66, 67 Big Daddy’s Delivery......................... 23 Bingo’s Pizzeria............................... 43 Bongiorno’s.................................... 89 Brandon House of Pizza.................... 95 Coaches Pizza ................................ 99 Da’ Vine Gourmet............................. 43 Donny’s NY Pizza............................. 45 Drifter’s Deli..............................75, 79 East End Quick Stop....................98, 99 Fireside Flatbread at Bolton.............. 45 Foodee’s Pizza................................. 45 Girasole.....................................66, 67 Green Peppers Restaurant................. 57 Hardwick House of Pizza................... 67 Hoagie’s Pizza & Pasta...................... 43 Jeffersonville Pizza Dept.............. 79, 81 Jimmz Pizza.................................... 89 Junior’s Italian...........................43, 45 Ken’s Pizza..................................... 25 La Villa Mediterranean Bistro........37, 45 Leonardo’s Pizza.........................25, 45 Luigi’s............................................ 57 Mama Mia’s Pizzeria....................43, 45 Manhattan Pizza & Pub...............23, 25 Marco’s Pizza.................................. 45 Mimmo’s Pizzeria........................43, 45 Mimmo’s Pizzeria Restaurant............. 99 Montpelier Village Pizza.................... 67 Morrisville House of Pizza................. 81 Mountain High Pizza........................ 45 Mr. Mike’s....................................... 25 Neil & Otto’s Pizza........................... 57 New York Pizza Oven........................ 45 Perellie’s Pizzeria ............................ 89 Picasso’s Pizza...........................39, 45 Pie in the Sky...................... 79, 81, 99 4Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge............................ 69, 79, 81 Piezano’s...................................79, 81 The Pizza Joint...........................79, 81 Pizza on Earth................................. 45 Pizza Putt....................................... 45 Positive Pie & Positive Pie 2.........66, 67 Poultney House of Pizza................... 95 Purple Knight Pizza & Deli...........39, 45 Ramunto’s Sicilian Pizza................... 95 Rocky’s NY Pizza.........................43, 45 Rocky’s NY Pizza & Ice Cream.......43, 45 Rockydale Pizza............................... 57 Shaggy’s Snack Bar.......................... 99 Swanton House of Pizza................... 99 Uncle Joe’s Pizza & Pasta...................67 Underhill Country Store...............39, 45 Zachary’s Pizza...........................45, 89 Zachary’s Pizza & Bar....................... 89 Ziggy’s........................................... 99

Pub Food 4Alchemist Pub & Brewery.........83, 89 The Backyard Tavern........................ 81 Banana Winds Café and Pub.........37, 47 Brewski at the Notch........................ 81 Church Street Tavern........................ 25 CJ Suds South................................. 95 Cody’s Irish Pub & Grille................... 47 Coslin’s Pub at Stowehof................... 81 Drink........................................15, 25 Grey Fox Inn, Pub at the................... 81 Gusto’s......................................63, 67 Halvorson’s Upstreet Café................13, 25 Hogan’s Pub................................... 89 Hooters.......................................... 47 James Moore Tavern......................... 47 Long Trail Tavern............................. 81 Matterhorn Restaurant.................77, 81 McGillicuddy’s Irish Pub.................... 67 McKee’s Pub & Grill.....................31, 47 Mister Up’s Restaurant.................51, 57 Mulligan’s....................................... 67 Old Shed Bar & Grill......................... 47 Olde Yankee Restaurant...............31, 47 One Flight Up at the Airport.........31, 47 Out of Bounds Bar & Night Club......... 95 Overtime Saloon.............................. 99 Pub, The......................................... 25 Purple Moon Pub........................86, 89 Rathskeller Restaurant & Lounge....................................... 47 Rí Rá Irish Pub...........................15, 25 Rimrock’s Mountain Tavern...........71, 81 Ruben James.................................. 25 Rustic Restaurant Motel & Bar......61, 67 Shoreham Inn................................. 57 Slide Brook Lodge & Tavern......................89 Thrush Tavern................................. 67 Tuckaway’s Pub............................... 47 Vermont Pub & Brewery.................... 25 Village Porch..............................87, 89 Village Tavern................................. 81

Seafood Del’s Pizza & Pasta House.................66, 67 Gracie’s.......................................... 81 Ice House Restaurant & Bar.............. 25 J. Morgan’s Steakhouse.................... 67 Jeff’s Maine Seafood........................ 99 Melben’s Restaurant....................79, 81 Partridge Inn.................................. 81 Ray’s Seafood Market........................ 47 Shanty on the Shore........................ 25 Sirloin Saloon............................47, 95 Steakhouse Restaurant..................... 67 Tilley’s Café...............................13, 25 Tokyo House..............................93, 95 Village Snackbar.........................94, 95 Weathervane Seafoods.................92, 95 Whip Bar & Grill.........................73, 81 Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub............................ 47

STEAKHOUSE Bayside Pavillion............................. 99

4Country Pantry.......................97, 99

Fire & Ice Restaurant....................... 57 Gracie’s.......................................... 81 Hobknob Restaurant....................71, 81 Ice House Restaurant & Bar.............. 25 J. Morgan’s Steakhouse.................... 67 Maple Grove Dining Room................. 95 Partridge Inn.................................. 81 Paynter’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn...... 95 Rotisserie Restaurant....................... 47 Sirloin Saloon............................47, 95 Steakhouse Restaurant..................... 67 Thrush Tavern................................. 67 Windjammer Restaurant & Upper Deck Pub............................ 47

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