5615 Route 14, Royalton, 802-763-0440
In a historic building, chef Eric Hartling offers spins on classic New England dishes while making room for global influences. The menu changes weekly but might include seared scallops with local butternut purée.
30 Bridge St., Richmond, 802-434-3663
Draft lines ferry 24 carefully selected craft beers, wines and hard ciders from cask to glass. Local ingredients shine in plates such as brisket poutine, fried chicken and crispy Brussels sprouts.
34 Park St., Essex Junction, 802-662-4381
Chicken-fried steak, crab cakes and maple-kissed pork chops are among the offerings at this “inspired comfort food” restaurant — the second from chef-owner Darrell Langworthy of Mark BBQ.
34 Park St., Essex Junction, 802-495-1480
Chef Darrell Langworthy’s Texas-style ‘cue includes smoked brisket, sausages and pulled pork. Get it with mac and cheese, baked beans, or coleslaw.
3 S. Main St., Waterbury, 802-882-8596
TV sports entertain diners as they nosh on burgers or corned beef and cabbage. Draft beers and top-shelf whiskeys keep ’em happy no matter who’s winning the game.
22 S. Main St., St. Albans, 802-524-2244
The family-run restaurant attracts diners of all ages with its popular New York-style pizzas, pastas and more — available for eat in, takeout and delivery.
4 Carmichael St., Essex Junction, 802-288-9494
The family-run restaurant attracts diners of all ages with its popular New York-style pizzas, pastas and more — available for eat in, takeout and delivery.
408 Shelburne Rd., South Burlington, 802-489-5456
The family-run restaurant attracts diners of all ages with its popular New York-style pizzas, pastas and more — available for eat in, takeout and delivery.
2160 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 802-253-9333
Latin and Asian flavors mix and mingle in fanciful menu items such as lobster wonton soup, green chorizo dumplings and chile-ponzu short ribs. The owner calls the tequila and sake selections “the best around.” Sunday brunch.
1 Lawson Lane, Orlando's Bar & Lounge Burlington, 802-540-0033
Smoked meats and traditional sides — think slaw, mac and cheese, and corn on the cob — pair well with live music at this subterranean club. Look for Vermont brews on tap.