I live in New Hampshire and my boyfriend is in New York, so I've been driving this way a lot lately…read moreand found Wally's Place when searching for coffee to get me through the long drive one morning. As soon as I walked in I could tell I had stumbled upon a great spot! The ambiance is very quirky cute, and the space is well kept and well organized. The line was long but moving quickly- staff seem great at keeping orders moving while still being friendly and not making folks feel rushed. Prices were reasonable enough to make me do a double take. I'd expect to be paying more for food of this quality, but I'm certainly not complaining! I also bought more because everything was well priced and delicious. The first time I stopped in, I got the non typical turkey (not pictured here but equally photogenic and mouth watering) and bought some of the bagels to take home. The sandwich was outrageously yummy, and my kids devoured the bag of bagels in two days. Welp, that sandwich was living rent free in my head for the whole next month... so you know the next time I was driving by, I had to swing through with my two boys. This time I got the islander on a honey sriracha cheddar bagel that was out of this world. I've yet to try any of the sweet bakery treats but I'm eyeing those next. This is definitely the best food spot I've found for my 4.5 hour trek between NH & NY. Sandwiches pair perfectly with a coffee, a podcast, open windows and some nice sunny weather. I'll be back soon!

Looking for some VT bagel charm? This place will fulfill your needs. Me and about 10 other bros…read moreshowed up and loved everything we ordered. The bacon egg and cheeses were a calm vibe. Homies behind the country run a smooth operation. No matter if you get a bag of bagels and in-house made cream cheese to go, or you get one of their steak and egg sandwiches all dressed up... you will be blessed. The overpriced artwork for sale on the wall is too niche for me if your into that they have it. Wooden atmosphere, friendly staff, and the tasty smell from the kitchen earn this place a 4/5. Much love, stay clean.

What a great authentic Italian restaurant! Service was busy but good. Food was excellent. I had…read morethe spaghetti with sausage, a huge side salad with Raspberry vinegarette, and a Coke. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

Very good pies and excellent service. A very good option for…read morefamilies and friends. Quite casual. Little in the way of good wine. Only wish they served seafood... Good, middle of the road Italian...

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.

Blue Paddle Bistro had some hits and misses, but overall, we had a decent experience…read more Visiting from out of town, we needed a dinner spot and made a same-day reservation, which they kindly accommodated. The restaurant has a cozy, rustic vibe -- think cabin-in-the-mountains charm. The menu was a bit limited, especially with appetizers, but we went with the mussels from Prince Edward Island, and they were incredible. Seriously, some of the best I've had. That said, the portion of bread they served alongside was laughably small, especially for a dish made to share. For our mains, we ordered two different burgers, both medium rare, and unfortunately, they were both overcooked. It was disappointing because the burgers themselves were huge and packed with flavor. The fries, though, were excellent and saved the meal a bit. On the drinks side, the martini I had was fantastic. Overall, I'd rate this a 3.5 but am rounding up to 4 since it was our first visit, and I can see the potential.

This is one of those places where the cliche "I really wanted to like it" fits. But it didn't live…read moreup, confirmed after a second visit. I tried the Veggie Spring Rolls appetizer, with spicy aioli. The veggies were crisp as were the wrappers. There was a flavor that I couldn't place, not disagreeable but strange - or should I say intriguing? Unfortunately it was overpowered by an excess of ginger and way too much salt. The aioli was very disappointing: bland, thin, and blended smooth. It reminded me of thousand island dressing right out of a bottle. Their drinks menu had some interesting cocktails, a very small selection of wines, not just one hard cider but two, and a rotating selection of beers on tap. If you want a bottle you have choices - Bud or Bud Lite! I tried the pineapple daiquiri. It was way too sweet with not great pineapple flavor. I would hope they were using fresh juice but it sure didn't taste like it. For my entree I got the Gorgonzola Encrusted Filet Mignon, with mashed potatoes, caramelized onions, sauteed garlic, grape tomatoes, and balsamic drizzle. I remember really liking this last visit. But it was nowhere as good this time and looked nothing like the beautiful photo on their website. The gorgonzola, which was ample and crispy last time, was scarce and not "encrusted": soft and not even completely melted. Just a slab placed on top of the steak. And first time there was enough that it melted onto the potatoes underneath for more flavor. Not this time. So much for their motto "delicious, unpretentious (and consistent) food." Beware specifying doneness here. Both times, I (and the wife last visit) ordered it medium-rare. All three were somewhat under that level, slightly more than rare but not by much. She sent hers back last time and they corrected it. I probably should have too but didn't as I'm a little more tolerant of underdone steak. But the biggest problem so far in the meal? The entree arrived not more than 5 minutes after my appetizer, which I had only just begun to eat. That's a serious no-no in any restaurant, let alone one that tries to identify as "fine dining". I was having a relaxing meal, nibbling my appetizer, sipping my drink, contemplating life, and out of the blue this plate of steak is plopped onto my table! I expressed my surprise and displeasure to my waitress, whose specific response I don't recall but didn't make any sense, but she did immediately box up the spring rolls for me as I asked. Dessert was a Raspberry Lemon Drop: layered lemon cake with raspberry puree and lemon custard. It was served very cold which I liked. But surprisingly lacking in much lemon flavor, and especially the brighter notes like grated lemon zest of which there was none. The division of the dining area into many small rooms is likely a reflection of its conversion from a house in a prior life. This could make it a problem to find your waiter if you need them, but it didn't impact me personally this visit or last. The biggest problem is noise, especially if a large party is nearby as happened on the first visit. The "Wal-Mart special" air conditioner in the window, complete with dangling power strip to a distant outlet contributed to the noise on the second visit and certainly made the place feel less classy. My waitress in general was polite and adequate but we never did "click" as far as the waiter/diner relationship is concerned. And never once was I asked how things were going, how I liked the food, etc. I did write my comments in the suggestion box on leaving, with my name and contact info, but 2 months later and I haven't heard back. They have a great website with lots of photos by category. Including photos and names of all the staff, bios of the chefs, local info, and lots of dogs. I think they quality as "dog-obsessed" here, even closing their voicemail message with a "Woof!" Good place to bring your dog though, on the outside patio. Worth another visit? Maybe, given the limited choices in the area? But I had hoped for better.

Incredible food and ambiance. Amazing desserts on offer. The service was very friendly and fast!…read moreGet their early - the tables (which are - plentiful) fill up fast. I loved that the owner was moving around the place, asking everyone how the food was. She is wonderful. Excellent vibes.

Wow wow wow! Authentic, from Scratch and made with love…read more Amazing Dominican fusion right in my neighborhood. Don't let the strip mall façade for you. Super cool vibe inside with friendly staff and owners who are always on site, sometimes with her little girl which is adorable. Great kids play kitchen spot in the restaurant too...so very family friendly. And simply delicious food.

My mom, sister, and I were there for marathon weekend and the staff there was so kind and helpful!…read moreThe food was really delicious and I really enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant.

A small but well composed menu, expertly executed by a really talented chef. A beautiful venue,…read morecozy and intimate, with a well stocked bar, abundant, Italian wines by the glass, and even more selections by the bottle. Beers and craft cocktails. The bakery on premises makes their own rustic bread, as well as a variety of desserts. Great leisurely service. Just outstanding.

Nice ambiance in a cozy house. Delicious food and drinks. Hard to get so recommend a reservation…read more The veal chop was excellent

This place never ceases to impress me. This was my third visit here and we really enjoy it. It is…read morea pretty classic "red sauce" place but, that being said, their sauce is excellent. Portions are very big and the Caesar salad is outstanding. The service was very friendly and the restaurant is very cozy. I can recommend it highly.

Just as good as I remember. My mistake for ordering an old…read morefashioned at a pizza spot but can't blame me for trying it. stick with the beer. Pizza is amazing per usual .

After a 9 hour drive we were starving!! Glad to have found…read morethis little gem. Margherita Pizza was fresh, with thin crust and just right! Service was friendly - not hovering. Quiet and welcoming vibe. Will certainly be back on our next visit!