Handy&#x27;s Lunch

We tried out August First when visiting the Vermont area at the recommendation of a local. We came…read moreduring a busy lunch rush, and although the cafe was crowded, the line moved quickly and we received our food fast as well. We tried the eat the east breakfast sandwich ($11) and the vermonter sandwich ($16). I especially liked the vermonter sandwich and the bread it came on. The cafe also sells various bread items and baked goods. One thing to note is that since the cafe is counter-serve, seating is also first come first serve. We were able to snag a seat right as someone left, but for that reason I would recommend coming at a less peak time if able. August First is deservedly a busy spot in Burlington and I would be there often if I were a local.

Service was quick it was very busy on a Sunday morning. We loved the outdoor seating options…read more Griddled biscuits are very good. Highly recommend. Breakfast sandwich was also good. I was very unimpressed with their chocolate croissant, it came out cold and chocolate was hard. Chai lacked flavor.

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The Grey Jay

4.7(65 reviews)

0.5 mi

We went there by chance - on our way back from Tremblant to Brookline - what a hidden treasure. Now…read morewe would make a trip to Burlington simply to eat here!! We started off by odering two dishes and soon expanded it to six! EVERY dish was an ode to one's taste sensiblities - simply phenomenal quality! Our server Nina M was ever so nice!

Always reliable for a tasty brunch. Not always happy with portions. Eggplant sabich had very little…read morefried eggplant and so heavily breaded I think I got a total of one small slice of a very small eggplant. Could not taste it. Food can be tasty but always disappointed in portions considering price. Good and interesting pastries. A bit on the heavy side. Service pleasant and the place squeezes in a lot of people in an odd shaped small space.

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Turkish Coffee

The Friendly Toast

4.3(662 reviews)

Not my first time visiting this chain on the east coast. They do reservations or on the morning I…read morewent they had a waitlist (either in person or you can sign up online). It was only for myself and I was a pleased when they were able to get me a seat at the bar right away. It was a very busy Saturday morning but I was helped right away. I chose this restaurant due to them having vegan options and I remember how good it was when I got it in Portland, Maine. The employees were friendly, the food was great. I got the vegan scramble and pancakes (highly recommend)!

A plus for ambiance. Such a fun atmosphere. All the art is very whimsical. As is the menu, I liked…read morethe section called "friends with benedicts." Hilarious and tasty! The service was super friendly. Even when I was leaving several workers said bye and thank you. Food was serviced reasonably quickly. Everything was very tasty and they get extra points for being vegetarian friendly. My husband ordered his special and told them to just leave off the bacon (which is what we do at other brunch restaurants.) The server asked if he'd like to make a substitution and named a ton of choices including vegan sausage. Love that! Their tots are homemade -- wasnt expecting that! Parking was surprisingly easy considering we were so close to church street.

Bloody Mary flight

Chicken and waffles

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Espresso/iced coffee flight and mimosa flight

The Cafe Hot

4.7(107 reviews)

Came into The Hot Cafe for breakfast and ordered the breakfast sandwich. It wasn't very busy--no…read moreline when I arrived, and most people seated already had their food--so I was surprised that my sandwich still took about 30 minutes to come out. I had great expectations because of reviews and I hate to leave a negative review on popular places. The cashier/server was friendly, and the place has a classic small American café vibe, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the food really missed the mark for me. The "crispy cheese" just tasted burnt rather than crispy, and there were way too many greens--cilantro and parsley--which completely overpowered the sandwich. I also didn't care for the sauces at all. Overall, it wasn't a good sandwich. I didn't even finish it and ended up going somewhere else to eat. Between the long wait and the disappointing food, I don't think I'd come back.

the latte with oatmilk / maple hit the spot. Owner took our order super nice guy! it is a walk up…read moreand order. cute decor with comic books to borrow while you dine .

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Henrys Diner

4.3(393 reviews)

Super cool old school diner in Burlington! There was a line outside, but I got right in to sit at…read morethe counter since it was just me. Service spectacular! The food was coming out super quick. I got the skillet with corned beef hash, and ended up ordering some gravy to top it with. It was super tasty. Overall, this is a super cool place to come for breakfast in Burlington. Great fast service. It's some really good food.

Have you ever wondered why there was such a high turnover rate for servers here? It's because of…read morethe management. The management treats staff with an unbelievable level of disrespect. Servers are made to feel incompetent over the smallest mistakes, like one error suddenly ruins everything, yet the kitchen is apparently allowed to make mistakes without the same treatment or accountability. The double standard was impossible not to notice. What really shocked me was seeing staff get yelled at in front of customers. At one point I saw a server visibly holding back tears after being spoken to so harshly. It created such an uncomfortable atmosphere while trying to eat breakfast. The kitchen staff was also loudly cursing throughout the restaurant. It made the environment feel chaotic and hostile, especially considering there were kids around. Honestly, I didn't want to hear that either while trying to enjoy a meal. Manager Kim also came across as snarky and arrogant toward staff, which completely put me off. The attitude from management overall seemed toxic and dismissive. The food itself was fine -- nothing special, but reasonably priced. Unfortunately, decent prices don't make up for the environment. I also witnessed staff openly talking badly about people behind their backs, which only added to the negativity. Overall, it was a horrible experience, and I can't justify supporting a business that appears to treat its employees so poorly. No restaurant is worth that kind of environment.

Belgian Waffles, scrambled eggs and hash.

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The Skinny Pancake Burlington

3.8(978 reviews)

After getting in late and sleeping in we decided to go get breakfast someplace local! We walked…read moreabout 10 minutes from our hotel and came across the waterfront. We ordered 2 savory and 2 sweet crepes with milkshakes all around and a side of fries. Our ranking overall was The Cubano, Apples and Brie, Lovemaker, and PBB and Brie but overall all of them were great. My ranking was The Cubano, the Love maker, the PBB and Bee, and then the Apple and Brie with a Blueberry Compote. Which if you know me is a bit of a surprise because I love apples and Brie but all of it was so good, but especially the Cubano. My milkshake was a seasonal blueberry compote while the vanilla local ice cream, and everyone else got the maple milkshakes which I tried and very much enjoyed.

We were down in the waterfront area and were feeling a bit peaked. So what is better to quell the…read morehunger than a good savory crepe for lunch? As out-of -towners we were gently guided through the process - get a number, snag a table, stake out your claim, and return to the counter to order your food. We got drinks and waited on getting served. They were busy, so there was a bit of a wait on our order. That is completely understandable as chepes must be individually made rgt before serving. What came out totally matched my expectations. I had the Apples&Brie. Technically "Savory" but is adjacent to "Sweet" The perfectly cooked crepe was filled with crisp sweet Vermont Apples, creamy gooey brie (from Vermont cows perhaps?) and Vermont Bluberry Compote. Not overly sweet and a yummy mix of textures and flavors. My best beloved had the Lumberjack. A very manly item filled with Ham and Cabot Cheddar. He ate every bite which indicated his approval of the meal. Highly recommend this spot for a casual delicious treat any time of day.

Game room at BTV

Blueberry crepe

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Kid space part two at BTV

Misery Loves Co.

4.2(356 reviews)

1.9 mi

The food here is fantastic! The Jambon-Beurre sandwich was so good! I do love anything on a…read morebaguette, and theirs are exceptional. It wasn't too busy when we were there, thankfully, although I've heard it can be. The service was very attentive and friendly. The prices are quite high, so be prepared!

Cool spot with good food & quality products. They are a bit spendy, so be prepared. The staff are…read morevery friendly & accommodating. Terrific location.

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MLC Ketchup...one of the many amazing condiments we make

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Bread, butter and fat ($8)

The Farmhouse Tap & Grill

4.0(2k reviews)

0.4 mi

Great place for individual patrons and families…read more The "30 beers" associated with this place seem to be a blend of draft and packaged beer. That said, they have a stunning selection of marquee IPAs on tap. I ordered the chicken dinner as I am a dark meat guy and that is the part served. The place fills up quickly, so get there early.

Delicious burgers! Cooked perfectly and quality meat. Fries good too. Nice side of greens if you…read morechoose greens instead of fries. 4 stars instead of five only because my husband had a salad with chicken which was very underwhelming. The server told him that it wasn't hot chicken, it was cold chicken. So he was warned, but it was just kinda meh. Come for the burgers!

View of the bar from our table

The Farmhouse Tap & Grill - Start your meal with a cheese plate full of local cheeses! Restaurant Burlington Vermont, American restaurant Burlington.

Start your meal with a cheese plate full of local cheeses! Restaurant Burlington Vermont, American restaurant Burlington.

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Rotating draft list always full of VT's finest beers and ciders!

Nomad Coffee

4.7(33 reviews)

1.2 mi

Awesome coffee shop located inside a converted industrial building. Walls are lined with art on the…read moreway in, spot for bike parking and outdoor seating. Coffee was amazing and much needed after pedaling 4 miles from our campsite at North Beach. 10/10 would recommend!

Love love love it here best pastry's and lattes around hands down!!!! Great atmosphere and friendly…read morepeople!!!

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Matcha latte, garlic croissant, morning glory roll

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Morning roll and smoked salted caramel latte

The Spot

3.9(192 reviews)

1.1 mi

Cute little converted gas station. Prompt friendly service. I had a yummy Ranchos Herverous (sp)…read more Great meal

We stopped here because the reviews were good. It was Sunday 11:30ish. They were crowded. We got…read moreseated pretty quickly. Coffee and water came quickly. We ordered pretty much immediately. We waited over 45 minutes for our food. I had the tsunami burrito. The salsa was very tangy about and too much tortilla not enough filling and needed salt. My husband had the breakfast tacos Ole. Ok not great. No one ever came by with refills for coffee or water. We had to ask. I know they're busy but that's just basic service maybe better on a different day when not so busy but I definitely wouldn't recommend it as a top spot.