We live in a world where boundaries have disappeared and segregation has vanished, virtually. The effect of this phenomenon is seen in cuisines more than in any other sector. An Indian can now easily prepare Surf n’ Turf or have it available in his local restaurant. Similarly, an American family can go out for a dinner comprising of Naan and Butter Chicken. Fusion cuisines are becoming popular day by day and traditional dishes are getting a global makeover. In light of this, Burlington in Vermont has restaurants that cater to almost every cuisine around the globe and, of course, fusion. Here are 10 of the best restaurants in Burlington, Vermont.
1. Penny Cluse Cafe
The Penny Cluse Cafe is a breakfast and lunch restaurant serving typical American fare. Biscuits and gravy, granola, toast, banana bread, fruit platter, egg dishes among others make up their breakfast menu while lunch means sandwiches, tacos, soups, roast meat and so on. They also have restaurant special preparations like Penny Cluse Pork Sausage Plate. Besides, the menu also includes multiple sides and salads to complement your breakfast and lunch. The restaurant serves these two meals throughout the day.
Penny Cluse Cafe
Address: 169 Cherry St , Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Penny Cluse Cafe
Opening hours: Monday- Friday: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
2. Henry’s Diner
This diner has an old-school ambiance and it serves typical American food. Their menu is replete with dishes made from traditional American ingredients like ham, cheese, pork, sausage, bacon and eggs. They serve classic American diner breakfast and even the atmosphere in the restaurant is that of a traditional diner. Thus, besides great food, you also get to feel homeliness and comfort oozing out of the decor. The menu consists of breakfast skillets, sandwiches, loaded fries plate, wraps, Philly, Greek lunch items, milkshakes and more. Desserts and soda are also available.
Henry’s Diner
Address: 155 Bank St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Henry’s Diner
Opening hours: Monday- Sunday: 6:00 AM-4:00 PM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
3. Mirabelles Cafe
This is a bakery that sells homemade cakes and popular breakfast and lunch items. Run by culinary school graduates, Alison Lane and Andrew Silva, this bakery serves food that is made with passion and finesse. It consists of a breakfast and lunch menu along with a list of desserts. Breakfast is made up of eggs, hash browns, tostadas, burritos, biscuits, sandwich, pancakes, toasts, bacon and so on while lunch has soups, salads, sandwiches, and drinks. The dessert menu has some amazing sweet fare in the likeness of mousse cakes, pastries, and tarts.
Mirabelles Cafe
Address: 198 Main St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Mirabelles Cafe
Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-5:00PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sunday: 8:00 AM-5:30 PM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
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4. Leunig's Bistro
Leunig’s Bistro is a vintage, fine dining and glamorous bistro that serves classic French dishes with a dash of American influence in them. The bistro has lunch, brunch, and dinner on their menu and also provides its diners with live music entertainment. It is essentially a French bistro and bar serving delicacies like White Truffle Beef Tartare, Fois Gras, poached octopus, wild mushroom tartine, Duck Confit Poutine and so on. The restaurant also has a varied collection of drinks and cocktails on their menu.
Leunig's Bistro
Address: 115 Church St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Leunig’s Bistro
Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:00 AM-10:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM-10:00 PM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
5. Revolution Kitchen
Revolution Kitchen lives up to its name in bringing forth a revolution in dining through its unique menu. It is Burlington’s first restaurant to serve only vegetarian fare and also caters to vegan preferences as their dishes are gluten-free. The food is prepared from fresh ingredients that are produced locally and is a fusion of Asian cuisine and that of Vermont. The menu features soup of the day, delicious and fresh Vietnamese rolls, nachos, an assortment of salads, sandwiches and meals inspired from Asian, Italian and American cuisine. The restaurant also serves beverages. Vegetarians and vegans are almost always left with no choice when dining outside. Revolution Kitchen is truly bringing a revolution in that aspect.
Revolution Kitchen
Address: 9 Center St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Revolution Kitchen
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday: 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday: 5:00 PM-10:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
6. Istanbul Kebab House
Istanbul Kebab House serves authentic Turkish and Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant also features the only rooftop dining area in Burlington. This is a restaurant that was founded and is run by a family. It was started by Vural, Jackie and Hasan Oktay who incorporated the amazing flavor of Turkish cuisine in Vermont palate. The menu features Babaganoush, Hummus, Yaprak Dolma( stuffed grape leaves), Falafel, Istanbul salad and many more Turkish delicacies. Beverages include Turkish coffee, black tea, soda, milk chocolate, Turkish yogurt, and juices.
Istanbul Kebab House
Address: 175 Church St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Istanbul Kebab House
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: 11:00 AM- 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM- 10:00 PM, Monday: Closed
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
7. Hen of the Wood
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Hen of the Wood is an amalgamation of all characteristics, a restaurant must have; an inviting and amiable atmosphere, great food, fine wine and decor that appeals to both sight and historic charm. The food in this restaurant is simple, made from fresh, locally found ingredients and very flavourful. The menu features dishes like beef tartare, braised ham, calamari, roasted celery root, fried rabbit, hanger steak, scallop crudo, and much more classic and delicious fare. The vegetables and other ingredients are locally produced and organic, thus the menu changes according to the availability of premium ingredients in particular. No frozen or stored ingredients are used. Such is the level of freshness the restaurant maintains.
Hen of the Wood
Address: 55 Cherry St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Hen of the Wood
Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 4:00 PM-11:00 PM
Average price for two: 31-60 USD
8. Blue Cat Steak & Wine Bar
The Blue Cat Steak & Wine Bar is a restaurant that serves classic, comfort food in a friendly atmosphere by amiable staff. It is a perfect place for you to come with your friends and family to spend quality time with and fulfill your soul with some comfort food at the same time. The menu features appetizers, steaks, salads and entree dishes. Under appetizers, you get seared Fois Gras, Bloody Mary shrimp cocktail, smoked pork ribs, curried mussels, beef kabab, cheese plate, and white anchovies. The steak menu has popular cuts like filet mignon, New York strip, and Ribeye, and these come with delicious toppings. Salads contain the classic Caesar salad with a lot of variety, blue cheese salad, roasted beet salad, shrimp salad, and spinach salad. Main course or entree menu includes the classic rack of lamb, pasta, salmon, foie gras steak, duck breast, and strip stack.
Blue Cat Steak & Wine Bar
Address:One Lawson Ln ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: Blue Cat Steak & Wine Bar
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday: 4:30 PM-9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday: 4:30 PM-11:30PM, Sunday: 4:30 PM-8:30 PM
Average price for two: 31-60 USD
9. The Daily Planet
No, it is not the employer of Clark Kent or Superman but it is a stupendous place nonetheless for its food and ambiance. The restaurant invests big on creating the right atmosphere for the diners and thus they have three separate places within the restaurant catering to the various moods and purposes of the diners’ visit. The solarium with its foliage and soaring windows is the perfect place to spend some quality time with your friends and family, the dining room with copper decor is the best setting for a dinner with your significant other and the lively atmosphere of the bar is the best spot in Burlington to spend some memorable times with your friends. Coming to the food, the restaurant serves global cuisine with a local twist. The menu features burgers, sliders, mac and cheese, Thai egg rolls, duck poutine, soba noodles, patata, ahi tuna tartare, gnocchi, scallops, and many more global fare.
The Daily Planet
Address:15 Center St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: The Daily Planet
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday, and Sunday: 4:00 PM-11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday: 4:00 PM-12:00 AM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
10. American Flatbread
The American Flatbread is a pizza place that serves authentic and traditional pizza baked in an earthen oven over wood-fire. The purpose of making pizza the primitive way is to go back to the roots of bread making to unlock the special flavor that is the result of hand-made food prepared with immaculate techniques, understanding of flavors and, above all, love. The pizzas are flavourful, light, fragrant and have a delicious earthy taste. This place doesn’t serve your regular pizza that is decadent with cheese and extra toppings but pizza that is made with integrity. Besides pizza, the restaurant serves a variety of Mexican food.
American Flatbread
Address:115 St Paul St ,Burlington, VT 05401
Website: American Flatbread
Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 11:30 AM-3:00 PM, 5:00 PM-11:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday: 11:30 AM-11:30 PM
Average price for two: 11-30 USD
Food for all
Different people have different palates when it comes to food and not all have the same palate. This necessitates restaurants that cater to everyone. These 10 restaurants in Burlington, Vermont, have a variety of dishes to cater to each and every culinary preference. So, go ahead and enjoy.
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