From the top to the bottom, Vermont is full of incredible places to dine. Some spots are less obvious choices than others. Here are eight humble restaurants that serve dishes that pop with flavor without all the fanfare and are so worth a visit.
- Eaton’s Sugar House, South Royalton
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TripAdvisor/David M Eaton’s Sugar House is an unexpected treat. For breakfast, plunge into the best pancakes around while the lunch menu features delicious home-cooked comfort food. Also, visit the little country store for all those made in Vermont products you love. Find it at 5894 VT-14, South Royalton, VT 05068.
- Rustic Rooster, Cuttingsville
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Google Images/Rustic Rooster Dive into all of your elevated pub food favorites at the Rustic Rooster. The relaxed atmosphere is immediately welcoming so settle in for some serious grub. Delicious burgers, sandwiches, soups, and more will keep you returning again and again. Find it at 5446 VT Route 103, Cuttingsville, VT 05738.
- Moon Dog Cafe, Bellows Falls
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TripAdvisor/Frank S The charming Moon Dog Cafe is a tiny nook with incredible fare. Specializing in soups and sandwiches, you’ll find creative combinations to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t forget to grab some freshly baked treats for dessert! Find it at 24 Rockingham St., Bellows Falls, VT 05101.
- Busy Bee Diner, Glover
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Facebook/Glover Busy Bee The Busy Bee Diner may be tiny but it is bursting with small town hospitality. You’ll find homemade comfort food with great flavor and affordable prices at this little eatery. Make sure to sample the pie for a delicious end to your tasty meal. Find it at 2985 Glover Rd., Glover, VT 05839.
- Black Diamond Barbeque, Morristown
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TripAdvisor/Richard W Craving some mouthwatering BBQ? Black Diamond Barbeque with its plentiful portions and robust flavors won’t disappoint. The selection of slow-cooked meats and classic sides seem heaven sent at this spot. Find it at 639 Morristown Corners Rd, Morristown, VT 05661.
- Park Pizza Company, West Glover
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Facebook/Parker Pie Co. Located in the back of the Lane Park Country Store is an unexpected culinary pleasure. Parker Pizza Company is a rural treasure that creates traditional and superbly creative pizzas that will blow you away. While the pizzas are the stars of the show, you’ll also find a yummy array of appetizers, wings, sandwiches, and more. Find it at 161 County Rd., West Glover, VT 05875.
- Three Stones, Brattleboro
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Google Images/Jason Lombardo Three Stones may not look like much from the outside but the vibrant Mexican fare is overflowing with authentic flavor. The dishes are loaded with fresh ingredients to create Mayan cuisine from the Yucatán region. Change up your dining experience with some fierce dishes at this cozy eatery. Find it at 105 Canal St., Brattleboro, VT 05301.
- The Barn Restaurant & Tavern, Pawlet
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The Barn Restaurant & Tavern If you’re craving a thick, juicy steak, head straight to the former dairy barn that is now The Barn Restaurant & Tavern. The rustic atmosphere provides a cozy setting for the stellar steaks, seafood, and pasta dishes on the menu. Find it at 5581 Vermont Route 30, Pawlet, VT 05761.
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Eaton’s Sugar House is an unexpected treat. For breakfast, plunge into the best pancakes around while the lunch menu features delicious home-cooked comfort food. Also, visit the little country store for all those made in Vermont products you love. Find it at 5894 VT-14, South Royalton, VT 05068.
Google Images/Rustic Rooster
Dive into all of your elevated pub food favorites at the Rustic Rooster. The relaxed atmosphere is immediately welcoming so settle in for some serious grub. Delicious burgers, sandwiches, soups, and more will keep you returning again and again. Find it at 5446 VT Route 103, Cuttingsville, VT 05738.
TripAdvisor/MaBoogins
TripAdvisor/Frank S
The charming Moon Dog Cafe is a tiny nook with incredible fare. Specializing in soups and sandwiches, you’ll find creative combinations to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t forget to grab some freshly baked treats for dessert! Find it at 24 Rockingham St., Bellows Falls, VT 05101.
Google Images/Sue Vanhouwe
Facebook/Glover Busy Bee
The Busy Bee Diner may be tiny but it is bursting with small town hospitality. You’ll find homemade comfort food with great flavor and affordable prices at this little eatery. Make sure to sample the pie for a delicious end to your tasty meal. Find it at 2985 Glover Rd., Glover, VT 05839.
TripAdvisor/Richard W
Craving some mouthwatering BBQ? Black Diamond Barbeque with its plentiful portions and robust flavors won’t disappoint. The selection of slow-cooked meats and classic sides seem heaven sent at this spot. Find it at 639 Morristown Corners Rd, Morristown, VT 05661.
Facebook/Parker Pie Co.
Located in the back of the Lane Park Country Store is an unexpected culinary pleasure. Parker Pizza Company is a rural treasure that creates traditional and superbly creative pizzas that will blow you away. While the pizzas are the stars of the show, you’ll also find a yummy array of appetizers, wings, sandwiches, and more. Find it at 161 County Rd., West Glover, VT 05875.
Google Images/Mark LoGiurato
Google Images/Jason Lombardo
Three Stones may not look like much from the outside but the vibrant Mexican fare is overflowing with authentic flavor. The dishes are loaded with fresh ingredients to create Mayan cuisine from the Yucatán region. Change up your dining experience with some fierce dishes at this cozy eatery. Find it at 105 Canal St., Brattleboro, VT 05301.
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The Barn Restaurant & Tavern
If you’re craving a thick, juicy steak, head straight to the former dairy barn that is now The Barn Restaurant & Tavern. The rustic atmosphere provides a cozy setting for the stellar steaks, seafood, and pasta dishes on the menu. Find it at 5581 Vermont Route 30, Pawlet, VT 05761.
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