Burlington manages to pack a lot of amazing small businesses in its little city, with a focus on sustainability, creativity, and farm-fresh eats. Whether you're visiting or have lived here for years, this is a must-not-miss list of our team's favorite spots in and around Burlington.

EAT

01  FANCY'S vegetarian forward James Beard Finalist in the O.N.E. 
02  AUGUST FIRST bakery, cafe & coffee shop in a converted mechanics garage
03  DEEP CITY by far the best brunch in town, down by the lake
04  POPPY CAFE amazingly creative seasonal sandwiches. get a cookie!
05  RESTAURANT POCO share plates & great cocktails, walk-ins only
06  HEN OF THE WOOD cozy, wood-fired culinary perfection 
07  HAYMAKER BUN Co fresh baked brioche buns & locally-sourced lunch menu
08  TACO GORDO West Coast taco joint vibe with fresh corn tortillas
09  FRANKIE'S upscale, neighborhood eatery serving swordfish, schnitzel & other fare 
10  NU CHOCOLAT European style fine chocolatier
11  SHY GUY GELATO small-batch, seasonal hours

DRINK

12  DOMA BAR cocktails, vinyl, food
13  THE WALLFLOWER COLLECTIVE booze, coffee, good times
14  DEVIL TAKES A HOLIDAY cocktail lounge
15  MULE BAR craft beer and house cocktails
16  WILDER WINES our sweet & welcoming natural wine shop

SHOP

17  ANJOU & THE LITTLE PEAR vintage furniture and mid-century finds
18  PROJECT OBJECT curated vintage clothing & home goods
19  KISH contemporary and pre-loved clothing
20  THE VAULT COLLECTIVE a shared space full of vintage clothiers
21  CROW BOOSKTORE new and used bookseller
22  RAILYARD APOTHECARY medicinal herbs, classes, and events
23  RHOAN sustainable clothing from the most coveted brands *Winooski, VT