This was a stop on the way out of Burlington. We wanted some breakfast and coffee and oh my did…read morethis for the bill. Now, some of the pastries did not look like they were made the same day fresh but most was. The breakfast sandwich was huge. The coffee was not bad but also not the best however I would visit again for the food.

Great coffee and croissants, we also enjoyed the macarons and biscuits and gravy. Friendly staff!read more

There are truly not enough words to describe how much I adore this restaurant and its staff. I…read moreaccidentally stumbled upon Rustic Roots a few years ago when my friend and I wanted to get brunch after we finished our morning classes at UVM, this place came up on my recommended and I am so glad it did! It became a tradition for me and my friend to go every month (sometimes practically every week) to get arguably the greatest breakfast in all of Vermont. Their menu changes seasonally, which means there's always something new to try! I think it's so impressive how they do both a savory and a sweet breakfast so perfectly, and don't skip the sides! I graduated in May and have since moved back home and I still think about their cheesy truffle grits and popovers! I recommend going on the waitlist if you want to guarantee a spot, as it can get busy on the weekends, especially with the farmers market right across the street. I am also obsessed with how homey it is inside, and how after going there for so long the workers treated me and my friend just like family! I can't wait to go back on my next trip up to Vermont!

Visiting from San Diego, CA and this has been the hands down best breakfast/lunch dinning…read moreexperience we've had in Burlington all week. Lox scramble was delicious. The onion soup was great as well and our toddler daughter loved her flapjack. We were actually amazed at how delicious it was too. Thank you to the staff, warm and friendly service, and thank you to the chef for spoiling us with your talents. It was an experience we would come back for everyday, thank you again.

We were in again today hoping they would do better and they had allowed all of the creemee flavors…read moreto runout! This place used to be a family fave and they keep striking out!

My friend was in town, so we decided to get ice cream here as it was so highly rated, we decided to…read morehead over after dinner. We ordered a small bowl and a small homemade waffle cone. What we got was ginormous desserts! So many amazing flavors to choose from. I tried a scoop of the Avalanche - Mint with white chocolate chips, brownie bites, and dark chocolate mint truffles with a scoop of Blueberrry Cheesecake - Blueberry ice cream with graham cracker and creamy cheesecake swirls. Both were luscious and decadent. My friend got the Cherry Chocolate Chunk - Vanilla with sweet dark cherries and chocolate chips and Kahlua Fudge Brownie - Kahlua mocha ice cream with brownie bits and fudge swirl. They were equally tasty. We didn't want to waste any, so we stuffed ourselves. Had I not been 30 min from home, I'd have refrozen half for breakfast! These ice creams are rich and creamy. It's clear they're homemade and ridiculously affordable. I'll definitely be back to try them all.

The best service ever! Needed a birthday cake within 48 hours and Amber made the perfect cake for…read moremy friends. Presentation, Taste and Service 10/10!

I can't thank Amber enough! Amazing customer service and the cake was beautiful- exceeded…read moreexpectations! Cake was delicious!!! Thank you!!!

This is a great little super market with a nice selection of fresh/local produce, meats, and…read morebreads. The deli is well stocked with Boars Head meats and rotating lunch offerings that are quite tasty! The store also has an impressive selection of beers/wines and a great cheese section as well. This is a perfect spot to pick up some quality local ingredients that the larger supermarket chains don't stock.

I live in Hinesburg, and regularly shop here, but when I'm working in Shelburne I will go to the…read moreShelburne Market on my way home on occasion. While the store has a great selection of grocery items, produce, local cheeses, meats & a deli. I am continually confronted by the worst in customer service, and just plan rudeness. I would say the meat dept. is the worst! The two men I regularly encounter are curt, and always annoyed by any question I might have re: availability of something i don't see in the case, or some other benign inquiry. The other day the younger of the two was making some adjustments with shelving in the cold meat case, to the right of the small opening where one can ask a question or order something. He was iritated even before I inquired about a date on defrosted shrimp- Frankly he was really annoyed with just being interrupted- saying "Oh shit" To Me. What followed was really unpleasant as he rushed away from his case to where i was, with an response I can't even recall-given his behavior. While I cannot be any more specific about other experiences in this store, I will say it is not a welcoming experience-I never feel good while there, or when I leave-no interaction that leaves me feeling positive with shopping there. A sad thing for this particular small Vermont Market, as my experience in others is overwhelmingly positive.

Klingers is a great local bakery, the breakfast sandwiches are delicious and the pastries are to…read moredie for the service is also great as well, if your going there to get coffee i recommend the VT iced maple latte it is amazing.

We adored our Spinach & 4 Cheese Croissants! With it being lightly toasted to perfection, the…read morelayers of crispy outside could be peeled apart from the soft inside. Just enough spinach and cheese to not overpower the butteriness of the croissant. Will definitely look for the savory croissant in the future. The Cream & Currant Scone was not too sweet while still being a mix of dense and delicate [in the best way]. Smaller interior but designed in a welcoming way so we were able to seat ourselves comfortably. Cool that you can watch the people making bread and baked goods through the window while ordering & sitting. Excited to try more baked goodness here.

Delicious ice cream!!! Wonderful fun flavors…read more Enjoyed sitting under the canopy to enjoy the scenery

Homemade ice cream done right. The berries are grown in their fields. They only serve cones or in a…read morebowl, one or two scoops. No sundaes or sprinkles, just ice cream. Lots of yummy flavors. My favorite is the Chocolate Anarchy which is rich and very chocolaty. Fridays they have a food truck and music. They have lawn games and a swing/play set for the kids. They also sell pints and pies. This place is worth the drive.

This marked our fifth year visiting the fabulous Vermont Cheese Festival. This year it returned to…read moreShelburne Farms south of Burlington for the first time since 2019; the most recent festival was held in Greensboro in 2023, and there was no festival in 2024. So it was a big welcome back in 2025, and the event -- held inside the newly reconstructed, enormous breeding barn at Shelburne (please see the photos) -- was quite a big deal. There were perhaps 50 or so vendors, and the general public was limited to just 1,000 tickets, which made it, unexpectedly, something of an elite event. (Tickets were sold out months in advance.) The festival offers a wonderful opportunity to meet the these dedicated craft cheesemakers and, best of all, sample their work. And wow, did we ever sample their work!!! We won't go detailing each of those cheeses, but please know there were many and not a one disappointed us. Other vendors offered everything from ciders to jams, sauces, charcuterie and -- believe it or not -- peanut butter. At a cheese festival? The atmosphere is inviting and rewarding for the makers and the public, and assembling such a large and skilled group of crafters in one place makes for an extraordinary moment. We congratulate the executive director of the cheese council, Hale, who did a splendid job. A couple of small issues for us: while there were a few chairs outside the barn there was almost no seating at all inside, and there was space which could have been worked fine, we think. And after a hour of walking around, a sitting break could have felt good. Also, there were food trucks selling ice cream, Indian food, cookies from King Arthurs, but they were placed placed pretty far from the barn, requiring a bit of walking. We also enjoyed the band playing outside, but they too were a bit moved from everything else. And then, it was hot -- near 90, but that's just the way it was. And for attendees, it was clearly not the temps defined this dazzling event. We're ready for 2026!

My wife and I recently had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Vermont Cheesemakers Festival as…read morevolunteers a couple of weekends ago. We had signed up to help and it turned out to be so much more than just service. Right off the bat, the food was extraordinary, what a spectacular showcase of Vermont's artisanal cheese scene! Samples ranged from classic cheddars to Gouda to pepper jack, all crafted by passionate local cheesemakers. We also discovered delightful pairings, cheese and jam was a Hit; I wasn't expecting it, but "jam is my jam," as one participant aptly put it. lol As for service, the volunteer coordination was seamless. Helping vendors set up before the crowds arrived gave us a chance to chat with cheesemakers, learn about each cheese's story, and feel truly connected to their craft. The staff were friendly, organized, and the energy was warm and welcoming. The ambiance was downright charming. Set at historic Shelburne Farms' Breeding Barn, the festival unfolded on a perfect summer day - sunny, scenic, and relaxed. It felt like celebrating cheese right in the heart of verdant Vermont, complete with the buzz of fellow cheese lovers, artisan vendors, and farm surroundings. A bit of history: This year marked the 13th Annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival, hosted by the Vermont Cheese Council at Shelburne Farms. The festival is rooted in Vermont's rich artisanal cheese tradition, highlighting how the state leads the nation in cheesemakers per capita. It originally began as a celebration of the state's cheesemaking success a sort of "cheese carnival" introducing the public to local producers and their craft. Notably, this year's event was completely sold out tickets were snapped up well in advance, and none were available at the door. Even the general admission waitlist was full, and volunteer slots had closed early too. This level of demand speaks volumes about how beloved and highly anticipated, the festival has become. Volunteering at the Vermont Cheesemakers Festival was a fantastic decision. The combination of exceptional cheese, purposeful and friendly service, and a picturesque setting made for a memorable afternoon. It's clear why this sold-out event has become a beloved summer tradition. We'll definitely be back, with or without volunteer duties to savor more of what Vermont's incredible cheesemakers have to offer!