Piesanos

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Traditional Italian cuisine! Homemade pasta & meatballs were…read moreamazing!! Chocolate Torte was a delicious ending to a very enjoyable dinner. Service was outstanding, very comfortable ambiance. Overall, felt like a home style type of gathering. Plenty of food, drinks and service! Will definitely visit again!!

Can't talk about this place enough!!! The restaurant is small but the atmosphere is very beautiful…read more The spaghetti was the best spaghetti I have ever had! The waiter was amazing and he read off the specials they had for the night so we tried the lamb lasagna. Very rich in flavor. 10/10 experience!

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Pascolo Ristorante

3.8(364 reviews)

Underwhelming chicken parmigiana & Bolognese. Both lacking just a bit of salt to enhance flavors…read more Too much cheese on caeser salad. Best calamari around. Felt rushed as our entrees came when we weren't even 1/2 way through our apps. Ambiance was fine as was our server. I guess I expected more..

Lovely fresh pasta with fresh ingredients. We were surprised by how large the kids' cheese pizza…read morewas. For $12, you basically get a full 15-inch pizza. The pizza crust was lighter than expecyed, a little bit more like focaccia than the pizza dough I'm used to in New York City. Still good, but not my favorite. The pastas we had were all wonderful. We had the seafood and mussels, the bolognese, and the pappardelle fungi. The pasta was clearly freshly made and had a nice spring to it. We started with the calamari appetizer, which was nice and light with a delicious lemon aioli sauce. It felt like the dish had more batter than actual calamari, which I did not prefer. I would have wanted more squid. Great service, lovely restaurant.

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Pizzeria Verità

4.5(552 reviews)

Epic pizzas, excellent salad, solid desserts. Really wonderful dinner all around. Staff was…read moreexceedingly accommodating, vibe was relaxed yet loud enough to allow a privacy bubble, and I'll definitely plan a return visit when in town. We had the Margherita, Capricciosa, Caesar salad, and the Nutella pizza and flourless cake for dessert. Kids devoured their Margherita slices and we really enjoyed the acidic, salty, roasted, crusty, chewy, fluffy, perfectly balanced notes of the artichoke, olive, tomato, and cheese Capriciossa. I know Caesar is a boring choice but sometimes the stomach wants what it wants, and this one was worth noting; I especially enjoyed the little nub of chewy pizza dough bread with it. I got it anchovy-less, because I don't love crunching on the little dudes, personally. Accessible entrance for wheels is around the back via a ramp in the alley--there's a doorbell for entry. They provided crayons and a coloring sheet for kids which always wins me over instantly, and were highly aware and educated around food allergies and their menu. 5/5 and an easy recommendation all around.

As a self-proclaimed pizza connoisseur, I recently found myself temporarily exiled to Burlington…read morefor work. It didn't take long to identify the state's core competencies: Producing world-class cheese Perfecting brick oven pizza Aggressively curating a very specific political vibe Curiously, only two of those things are edible, and unfortunately, you can't get pizza without being reminded of the third. Also worth noting: I'm not convinced any other style of pizza exists in Vermont. If it's not artisanal, wood-fired, and served on a reclaimed barn board, it apparently doesn't make the cut. So naturally, my brain locked in and I ate pizza two nights in a row like a creature of habit. Night 1: Pizzeria Verità Parking was...aspirationally convenient. After navigating downtown Burlington, which feels like a live-action sociology thesis, I made it inside. Let's address the elephant in the room: the price. With tip, I dropped nearly $30 for what amounted to a personal-sized pepperoni pizza that politely declined to fill me up. I assume part of the cost goes toward sourcing ethically massaged tomatoes or ensuring the mozzarella had a fulfilling upbringing. Now, to be fair, the pizza was excellent. Truly. Great crust, quality ingredients, clearly crafted by someone who cares deeply about their art. But the value? That's where things get a little...Vermont. Delicious? Absolutely. Filling? Not quite. Financially efficient? Only if you measure wealth in vibes. I went in skeptical, left impressed, and still had to consider a second dinner.

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Negroni

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4.7(33 reviews)

0.8 mi

Sat at the bar on a Friday evening. Great bartenders and service and super cozy spot!…read more $1 oysters were a plus, started a dinner and everything was lovely. Will definitely return next time to Burlington.

Great atmosphere, delicious food and cocktails, and stellar service! Highly recommend. We will be…read moreback!

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Fromt

American Flatbread

4.4(1.3k reviews)

Nate and I were hanging out at Akes' Place and wanted to get something healthier to snack on while…read morewe watched football, so I hopped on Yelp and explored some nearby restaurants that offer takeout. I looked at the menu for American Flatbread online and their salads sounded delicious! It was hard to choose but I went with their kale caesar salad. It was easy to place an order for pickup right from their website. Once it was ready, Nate walked over and picked it up. The salad was packaged nicely and easy to mix up with the dressing. They included utensils and napkins, which was appreciated. The salad was delicious and one of the best kale caesar salads I've had recently. The dressing was thick and coated the kale really well, and I liked that it was a baby kale versus a hardier curly kale. The lemon was a nice touch and added some brightness, and the cheese was salty and perfect. The portion size was great too, and a good amount to split for a snack. I have bumped this spot up on my list for when we come back!

The food was great…read more Unfortunately I cannot leave a positive review because the preset tip suggestions were dishonest and were based on the cost of the food plus tax. This is a dishonest, deceptive practice.

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Pulcinella's

3.6(171 reviews)

3.5 mi

What a great find!!! Nice, traditional Italian restaurant…read morewith favorites. Good wine selection. Loved this pizza! Not sure what is best--the toppings or the deep dish crust. The tomatoes with the warned goat cheese and just the right amount of balsamic reduction. All that and a lovely staff.

OMG do not order cacio e pepe! I ordered cacio e pepe and…read morethe waitress returned with a huge bowl of elbow macaroni and alfredo sauce. Italian mac and cheese!! Figuring the waitress may have misunderstood my entree request I asked her and she reports that she had indeed entered my request for cacio e pepe. Whoever is doing the cooking there needs to google one of a million recipes for cacio e pepe online and get a clue on how to make this dish. Needless to say I canceled the order and had it sent garbage.

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Leunig's Bistro

4.0(957 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

44 years in business

Made a reservation for 4:45 in order to make the Bistro Dinner fixed price till five for $28 which…read moreincludes an entree and soup or salad. We were seated in the bar area which nicely decorated transforming you to another country. My husband and I both got the soup which was delicious. I ordered the chicken cavatappi in a cream sauce with peas and roasted tomatoes. The flavors were amazing. My husband ordered the beef bourguignon with mashed potatoes. He could stop raving about it.

Had a perfect event in the private room upstairs last month…read more We ordered from the gold party menu and guests could choose from: steak frites, salmon, chicken, or scallops. They added in the pork a an additional option. Service was outstanding from the bartender and his helper. We had one meal come quite a bit after the rest, but that was the only true hiccup. They were super helpful in helping sneak in cupcakes for my bosses birthday surprise, and served those alongside the cheesecake. I'd definitely book another event there in the future.

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Papa Frank's Italian Restaurant

3.8(171 reviews)

1.6 mi

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We had an excellent old school Italian meal. The restaurant reminded me of one from my early years…read more We enjoyed the garlic bread and our lasagnas. Would definitely be back when we return to Burlington

Awesome and fairly priced, we got the lasagna with meat and chicken parm. Both were fantastic…read more Super down to earth restaurant, very relaxed atmosphere! Nice people!

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Frankie's

4.7(57 reviews)

0.2 mi

Wow, what a transformation from when we last came to Burlington and having breakfast at Penny…read moreCluse, we were pleasantly surprised to find highly recommended Frankie's in the same location! The same large, beautiful windows are there, but the decor is warm, trendy, and modern. Our hostess immediately wished my husband and me happy anniversary and the bartender team Max and Woody were truly outstanding and made our celebration special. They are adept at making cocktails. We tried Blue Bingo and Inside Out. Both were perfectly balanced. The Blue Bingo with fresh blueberry puree, garnished with blueberry and mint was refreshing. The Inside Out was similar to an Old Fashioned. We selected 4 small plates, one large plate, and one side. For small plates, the striped bass collar was meaty and flavored with an herb sauce and punchy blistered cherry tomatoes. The little neck clams came in a broth that was worth sopping up with the grilled sourdough. It was similar to having mussels in a luscious wine butter sauce. I would have eaten like 12 of the clams if they let me but they alas only give you 6. My favorite was grilled Romano beans, slightly crunchy, fresh, and light, with burrata and fried green tomatoes. The breading on the tomatoes was perfectly light and crunchy. The burrata was delicious, and I would have preferred to have it over the barchetta, fresh ravioli like pastas that came with fennel and arugula. The barchetta was missing that creamy element. The served our pork schnitzel as a "splitzel" served cut in half on two plates. Again, it was perfectly crunchy and light. We ordered pomme puree (mashed potatoes) as a side too, creamy and delicious. They had a decent wine and beer selection. We lucked out with our chenin blanc selection, which paired well with everything we had. Eat here! The menu changes every day. We can't wait to come back.

The bartender was telling me that Frankie's was listed by Boston Magazine as one of the best…read moreup-and-coming restaurants in the U.S. when it first opened, and they're clearly still living up to that standard. I ordered the Something Fun cocktail, which was fruity, refreshing, and beautifully presented with blue salt speckled around the rim of the glass. For dinner, I had the whole trout in a dill sauce with a side of purple cauliflower. Everything is locally sourced, and while the menu features a few staples, it changes daily. Each menu is date-stamped, which I'm obsessed with--it's a great reminder of how fresh everything is. Vermont generally has a great local food scene, and I really appreciate the thoughtfulness behind the ingredients, presentation, and overall quality. Frankie's is a restaurant I'd highly recommend for groups, family dinners, date nights, or even corporate dinners. I'd love to come back and explore more of their wine selection. The staff is incredibly welcoming, happy to chat, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Expect to spend around $75 per person for a meal, a side or appetizer, and one drink.

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Folino's Pizza

4.0(133 reviews)

0.2 mi

As a self-proclaimed pizza connoisseur, I recently found myself in Burlington for a work trip and…read moredecided to conduct what I can only describe as a two-night pizza field study. Vermont, as best I can tell, excels at three things. Producing elite-level cheese, perfecting brick oven pizza, and fully committing to a very particular political personality. Two of those things directly benefit me, so I leaned in. One immediate observation. If you are looking for anything other than wood-fired, artisanal pizza, you may want to adjust expectations. That appears to be the law of the land. Naturally, I adapted by eating pizza two nights in a row. Night 2: Folino's Pizza The next night I pivoted and ended up at Folino's, which turned out to be the value correction I needed. I ordered the MK pizza, which comes topped with caramelized onions and impressively large pepperoni slices that do not believe in subtlety. The difference was immediate. I paid less than the night before and received a pizza that was easily twice the size. This one actually acknowledged that I had not eaten since breakfast. The caramelized onions added a great balance of sweetness, the pepperoni brought both flavor and coverage, and the overall product hit that ideal intersection of quality and quantity. This pizza was not just good, it was filling. I left satisfied and with leftovers, which later doubled as an elite cold hotel breakfast. That alone puts it in a different category. The atmosphere at Folino's was laid-back, clean, and refreshingly unpretentious. The staff was friendly and accommodating. I showed up earlier than I had said I would, fully expecting to be told to wait, but they immediately jumped into making my order without hesitation. The location has a slightly rough-around-the-edges feel, but that seems consistent with parts of Burlington. It adds a little unpredictability to the experience, which at this point felt on brand.

Get yourself the BK special and add goat cheese, hot honey, and sausage. The undercarriage is…read moreperfectly crisp giving my description "al dente" to the crust.

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Margaret O.

9 years ago

I'll preface this with, this is coming from a concerned citizen and is more of an issue I have with how business is being conducted than with the actual quality of the food. I've lived and worked in the neighborhood for years now and am well-aware that the notorious "Murder Mart" is a major pit stop for drug-users, drunks and drug-dealers, but this actually surprised me: 2 or so days ago, I was working and stoppeded to get cigarettes when I noticed that a silver Ford sedan with the Junior's Logo on the hood of the car was stopping for gas. Well, in the span of about 30 seconds, I watched the car pull up to the pumps, the driver (short, pudgy white guy) hop out, run over to another car with cash in his hand, stuffing something into his pocket on the way back to his car. He promply ran back to his car, sped in and then sped off without (it looked like) even getting any gas. I'm not a detective. Things like this are part of what can make "Murder Mart" scary to go alone to at night and I and I'm sure many other people are tired of seeing it. We're all used to seeing drug deals in the parking lot by now, but the fact that a delivery driver for a business literally on the same block thought it would be okay to do this is probably a sign that things are getting out of hand. read more

Abby C.

10 years ago

Was in traffic when I saw an erratic driver get out of their silver car with a juniors sign, and proceed to cuss out an older lady trying to cross. When their staff with the name of the company show such lack of morals it reflects. read more

Michael M.

18 years ago

good pizza. clean restaurant. not as good as juniors colchester

Rachael S.

14 years ago

Good salad, great cheese bread, but pizza was not great

T B.

152

9 years ago

Never order delivery. Food is good, when you eat in :)

Dan V.

13 years ago

The best pizza I have had in Burlington for delivery.

Aiden W.

8 years ago

I love u so much I want to eat your food every day

Elda L.

319

189

14 years ago

Pizza: get the Hawaiian with bacon. Yuuuuuuum!!!

Mary D.

15 years ago

Great pizza!

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