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 THE CAFE HOT. coffee, biscuit donuts, and creative breakfast sandwiches
03 POPPY CAFE amazing seasonal sandwiches and small market
04 RESTAURANT POCO small plates and great cocktails, walk-ins only
05 ONION CITY CHICKEN & OYSTER raw bar & bone-in fried chicken
06 HONEY ROAD Mediterranean mezze with tapas and desserts
07 HONG'S CHINESE DUMPLINGS Northern Chinese style dumplings
08 PHO HONG Vietnamese noodle soups and other traditional dishes, BYOB
09 NU CHOCOLAT European style fine chocolatier
10 SHY GUY GELATO small-batch, seasonal hours
11 BELLIVILLE French-inspired bakery
DRINK
12 DEDALUS wine bar, charcuterie, and shop
13 THE 126 known for their traditional cocktails and live jazz
14 LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP live music and disco on the weekends
15 MULE BAR craft beer and house cocktails
16 WILDER WINES our sweet & welcoming natural wine shop
24 WALLFLOWER COLLECTIVE comfy couches & seasonal cocktails
SHOP
17 ANJOU & THE LITTLE PEAR vintage furniture
18 RHOAN sustainable clothing from the most coveted brands
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 PROJECT OBJECT curated vintage clothing & home goods