Discovering this place has been a big highlight of moving to the area! I have loved everything I…read moretried, with my special favorites being cinnamon rolls and sugar cookies, while my husband favors the scones. Everyone has been lovely and patient when I have to double check allergens as well. Also do look around the shop before you get to the counter, there is a small but nice selection of assorted local goods, from nut butters to stickers.

I came here because of the excellent yelp reviews, and I hope you will too!…read more Friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, service and a cute location on the outskirts of town. My iced chai tea latte was made with homemade chai and a touch of maple and it was delicious! I also had the spinach and Chevre(?) Cheese scone, and it was still warm and oh my God I was in heaven!

Came here from out of state looking for random hole in the wall type eateries. This fit the bill…read moreexactly. It's off a random po-dunk road in a random small po-dunk town. It's a bit overwhelming at first as you're supposed to read the big chalk board menu on the wall and then go to the counter to order your food and then take a table. My partner got an English muffin breakfast sandwich and I got the bánh mì pulled pork sandwich. I've had these from non Vietnamese eateries before and they've been terrible, this one was quite exceptional and delicious. An authentic banh mi usually does not have pulled pork but this was a very nice and respectful tangy fresh twist to a favorite sandwich. My partner mentioned their item was also quite excellent and had notable freshness. Please note food is made to order and they get quite busy so it helps to be patient.Go around or before noon for easy seating!

Tucked away from downtown, Cafe Noa has ample parking, a large & light filled cafe, and an…read moreimpressive menu of items for breakfast and lunch. The banh mi was flavorful and hearty. Offered with pulled pork or tempeh, the crusty baguette, flavorful kimchi and sriracha mayo combined to create quite a tasty sandwich. Served with a small side of ruffled potato chips, it's about 5 dollars more than one would pay at a mom and pop spot in Seattle or SF, but it was as delicious. The Chicken Cesar salad hit the spot, with its warm, thinly chopped chicken. I think the crotons were homemade but I could be wrong. It wasn't out of this world (a zest of lemon and fresh parmesan would do wonders) but it was dressed lightly and was an abundant portion. This cafe has everything going for it and with a few easy upgrades, it could easy be a 5 star experience. Little touches, such as serving meals on real plates and bowls instead of disposals, upgraded bathrooms, rearranged tables, and a clearer and more efficient way to order (the chalk menu inside the entrance creates a bottleneck) would elevate Cafe Noa and make it a true destination for locals and visitors alike. Worth a return visit, for sure.

I wasn't planning to go to Bohemian--merely stopped by since I was in the area and hungry. That…read moresaid, you SHOULD plan to go here. When I walked in and smelled the bakery, I knew i was in for a treat. I just got a plain butter croissant. Best croissant I've ever had. And the interior is bigger and brighter than you might expect, a perfect place to sit for a bit and escape the cold. Would make sure to stop here if I'm ever in Montpelier again!

The aroma that hit your nose when you came thru the door was exquisite! I only sampled one bakery…read moreproduct, but I'm sure I'll be back to sample some more.

We came across Capitol Grounds Cafe while walking around downtown Montpelier. It was busy when we…read moreentered which was promising and the food we had showed why the cafe is popular. They offer a selection of breakfast pastries and sandwiches in addition to a wide selection of coffee, tea and juice drinks. The food was good although I asked them to hold the spinach on my breakfast sandwich and even though it was stated on the ticket the spinach still found its way onto the sandwich. The dining room has a casual coffeehouse vibe. If we end up in Montpelier again we'd make a return visit to Capitol Grounds Cafe.

Nice place with friendly people. The baked good were…read morefantastic. The coffee was mediocre. Great place for a pastry and to sit and get some work done.

Great coffee! Cane in from Chicago got a double espresso no frills per usual, then my daughter got…read morea Sprig... both were amazing! Staff was so nice, wish I were here longer to go back!

Great little place. Stopped for a coffee and muffin. Hung out for a bit and listened to some great…read moreold 70's R&B. Brought back the memories and was a great coffee. Worth stopping in.

Sweet , calm ambiance. That ambiance that makes you want to pull a good book out and read it , with…read moreyour hot cup of tea or coffee. This is that place, cozy and filled of kind staff.

Great lunch spot with healthy food choices. I got the sesame noodles with chicken in a wrap and it…read morewas delicious. My friend got an avocado toast with sliced boiled eggs on top and enjoyed it also. Devoured an almond cookie dipped in chocolate for dessert. So yummy. Pretty artwork on walls of cute dining areas. Friendly service too.

I'm actually blown away that there isn't a review for this establishment on Yelp. Blown away…read morebecause of how busy it was when I made a pit-stop for much needed caffeine and calories. It was *packed* and there was a "regulated" frenzy lining up to get thy brew and chew. Counting seconds, minutes, and "hours" (just kidding, it moved fast), chatting up everyone and anyone when you've got absolutely nothing to do until it was your turn to find saving grace from one of the grinders spewing life changing atoms of goodness. Everyone was respectful no matter how groggy they looked. And it all made sense when I got to the pivot in the line. There was a sign that sublimely declared all Karens to keep their best behavior or simply be thrown out. I couldn't for the life of me contain my laughter. I was joined by the few I had already bantered with the last 15 minutes. They, as locals, told me that the establishment protected their employees and would gladly enforce that particular placard any day. GOOD. We don't want them around here anyways. It's already a miracle that someone, or anyone, is willing to wake up more than a few hours earlier to serve anyone barely waking up to their senses. It's a privilege to be here and I can't help but be thankful and appreciate the hardworking folks in the service industry. Thank you. Salute.

From the owner: As a small-batch artisan coffee roaster, we offer 7 different core roasts along with our specialty…read moreVT Maple and CBD-infused coffees. We use organic CBD oil and organic and fair trade Colombian coffee to create a tranquil, yet energetic Vermont CBD coffee with Creamy, Melon, Dried Fruit, and Chocolate flavor notes.

My love for this place will never wane even though it's already so popular that it gets completely…read moreslammed every day during the period that is winter break for surrounding school systems -- and probably many other times as well. I love that they're socially conscious and really care about social justice and the environment. - They compost.* My pup discovered this after we emerged from a trail next to the back of the bakery. She found all this very scientifically interesting. - They serve in house with reusable metal utensils and plates, which you return to the counter. - They're committed to sourcing organic, sustainably produced flour from a few family-run farms. - Takeout containers (and I feel awful when having to use these at times) are waxed cardboard -- maybe professionally compostable or recyclable, but I suspect not. Still, better than plastic. Eat in if you can. Someday I'll remember to bring my own containers and see if they'll use them. The bread is world class. We've probably tried almost every loaf at this point. They tend towards being traditional styles with robust crusts and a good, slow, cold rise -- breads that take time to make. Our preferences lean towards the sourdoughs, the miche-type loaves, anything with olives, and the potato breads (for those of us with old teeth or missing baby teeth). But everything you could possibly order will be amazing. We loved the beautiful pain d'epi most recently, though the 10 year old (who doesn't have a full set of chompers right now) found it tough to consume without a good dip in Mom's stew at the end of the day. The only version my family cited as more beloved was from Maison Kayser -- yes, a chain, but a very good one where my kiddos literally cut their teeth. Pastries are shockingly good as well, particularly the laminated ones that someone must be getting up at 2 or 3 a.m. to prepare. Chocolate croissants and almond croissants are perfectly layered, generously filled with high quality chocolate (real chocolate, not Nutella!) or almond paste filling that is even good when cold. The "simplest" of pastries (not really at all simple for anyone's whose tried to make these), a plain croissant, will wow a purist. My kiddos love the perfectly frosted maple bun visit after visit. Savory pastries are often filled with beautifully caramelized / browned onions, cheese, and other ingredients depending on the whims of the chefs. Again, I don't think you can go wrong; we certainly never have. There are decent sandwiches and salads on the menu (from the perspective of the spoiled). Nothing is groundbreaking, but they're 200% competent and ingredients are consistently excellent. A recent Harvest Salad, for instance, included fresh and tender butter lettuce, winter squash roasted to tender perfection, nuts and dried fruit in perfect balance. We'd had about 10 different "harvest salads", in the past few weeks in VT at that point, but though this one was more simply designed than many, it was more delicious, given the impeccably fresh, high quality ingredients. We sometimes get here on the earlier side, but never seem able to score a breakfast sandwich, which seems to sell out fast. We like the down-to-earth staff, who smile when they mean it and don't when they don't -- and show fatigue when they need to and ought. I love that the management appears to be humane, opening later than usual when an ice storm makes driving conditions perilous. We recognize some staff members from some years past and we like the continuity a lot. Love the entire picture. All of it. * I just read that all VT households and businesses are required to compost per a state law passed in 2020. Cool! Red Hen seems to have a great sorting system set up, though, with many neat, well maintained bins lined up out back.

I've been a huge fan of Red Hen for years. If I could live on their baguettes alone, I would. I…read morehadn't been to the cafe in several years, but found myself close today so I stopped in for a to-go sandwich. It's always been busy when I've gone, but wait times aren't very long and the staff is pleasant. Needless to say, I got home and inhaled my turkey on a baguette. The only thing I think is a little bit of a bummer is the lack of more "traditional" topping options. I like my sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, and onion. The cafe does not offer tomatoes and only has pickled onions. Would be nice to have a little more choice when building your own sandwich. That said, I'm still a big fan and would get food from there again in a heartbeat.

Delicious food. Excellent service. Great atmosphere. Quinoa salad was out of this world!read more

I was recently at Cafe Anna for a memorial service gathering. It was my first time there after…read morehearing about the place for years. The food was exceptional and the staff was pleasant and efficient. The space has a number of windows and so is full of light. I will most definitely be back!

Tried The Skinny Pancake - Montpelier for the first time. We plan to visit a few more times to…read moreexplore the many items that sound interesting. This trip, we enjoyed a milkshake, Skinny Fries (they were out of poutine), Noah's Ark, and Breakfast Monster. The house bbq sauce was chosen to accompany the fries: not my favorite bbq sauce; the fries were crispy and well salted. I hope to try the poutine on another visit. Noah's Ark was a nice blend of sweet and savory. The sausage was ok, but probably would try another meat choice next time. For pesto lovers, the Monster will really scratch that itch! Overall a good experience worth repeating. See you next time...

The Skinny Pancake legacy lives on! I stopped by while I was in Montpelier - it was my first time…read morevisiting this location. I haven't been to a Skinny Pancake since I received the devastating no-more-gluten-for-me news, so I was glad to see that they have a buckwheat crepe option for us gluten-free dweebs. I ordered the apple & brie crepe. I was informed that the hash purples go into a shared fryer, so they're not totally gluten-free. I accepted my future stomachache & ordered them anyways, because they've always been my favorite item on the menu. Service was friendly & prompt. Find a table, order at the counter, & they'll bring your food to you. The hash purples were totally delightful, as expected. 5 star color, too. The crepe was unfortunately very underwhelming. It was super thick & the texture was kinda ominous. I didn't end up finishing it. They might just need to tweak their gluten-free batter slightly to get the balance right. I believe in them (: Overall a fun lunch spot in the marvelous capital of Vermont.