Location: Essex
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Best American food near Essex, Vermont, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Essex. Essex is the second most populous town in the U.S. state of Vermont and the second most populous incorporated area in Chittenden County, Vermont and the whole state of Vermont with the first being Burlington, Vermont at 42,452 according to a 2015 U.S. census estimate. Essex has an estimated population of 21,199 in 2016. The village of Essex Junction is located within the town, and that village is home to the state of Vermont's busiest Amtrak station and largest private employer, GlobalFoundries. Vermont Route 289 crosses the town from east to west.
Things to do in Essex
10. Vermont Tap House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By kzsull01
My husband and I had early dinners at the Vermont Tap House in Williston, Vermont on Wednesday, August 21st and Thursday, August 22nd, while we were staying in South Burlington. We enjoyed the steak and cheese sandwich, which was huge, the wood fire pizza, and the Green Mountain Salad, which was very fresh with Vermont grown ingredients. Everything was nicely prepared with generous servings. The selection of beers was also very good. . , The service was also quite good and the seating was comfortable in nice booths. In addition, there was free parking convenient to the restaurant. We found this restaurant a good alternative to dining in Burlington, where you have to pay to park and there may be heavier traffic.We recommend this restaurant for a variety of different entrees and would go back again.
9. Chef's Table at the Essex Culinary Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
For a culinary adventure unrivaled in the Essex, VT region, have a seat at Chef's Table at Amuse. Our chefs offer the finest, freshest local ingredients and creates a new array of courses each and every Friday and Saturday night. When you walk in and take
Reviewed By surfinginflorida
This was our third cooking class at the Essex â and the best. We took the âTaste of Franceâ class taught by Chef Lisa Ruoff. She was a great instructor and was open to questions and very helpful. We learned new things, and better ways of doing old things (like dicing an onion). Our group had so much fun practicing on the onions, we diced what we were supposed to slice (but it all turned out wonderful anyway). Our class was made up of six different groups of two, but we all worked together wonderfully. Chef Lisa was concerned about allergies and special diets (gluten free, vegetarian, etc.) which was nice. My husband and I didnât think we liked duck, but the Duck A l Orange that we cooked was delicious. I will make the Ratatouille and the Potato Lyonnais at home (but with less butter!)Chef Lisa made our class very enjoyable â I highly recommend taking any of the classes that she offers. She was assisted by a very lovely young lady named Evelyn. They made it a wonderful experience for everyone.
8. Ray's Seafood Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By ldstirling
Visited Ray's recently, first time in a couple years. I should have known better than to visit on a Friday night. The die-hard Friday no-meat crowd was out in force. Because there were no tables open, we ordered our food for take out. They estimated a 30 minute wait, but it was more like 45. Just for fried scallops and onion rings!!! Come on, really?The food was delicious, as usual, but why did it need to take sooooo long? I didn't plan to do take out, otherwise I'd have called in my order. Prices seem on the high side of fair for what you get, but after this insane wait, I'm less likely to give Ray's my business again soon.
7. J.P.'s Diner & Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Family dining or takeout service. Breakfast served all day. Comfortable seating and quick service. Lunch serve at 11:00 AM.
Reviewed By amorgan0315
I have heard so much about how great the food is here, so I finally went for breakfast and was incredibly disappointed. The food came quickly, but was not great. The bacon was cooked poorly, the sausage tasted frozen, definitely not fresh or maybe just cooked poorly, and the omelette was somehow overcooked. The servers were not very friendly, definitely not what I'm used to in Essex restaurants.
6. Chef's Corner Cafe Bakery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Family owned upscale Cafe & Bakery. Offering breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch and caterings. 22 years in Business, Williston Vermont. Open 7 days a week: Monday & Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 7:30am - 5pm Saturday & Sunday 8am - 4pm M
Reviewed By RonR696
This is a great place for lunch -- lots of soup, salad, and sandwich options (not to mention pastries!). We had a 10-month old granddaughter in tow and they accommodated our special request for avocado toast with aplomb! Warm, friendly, casual dining at its best.
5. The Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 348 reviews
Enjoy the best of pub fare served in a casual setting. The Tavern at The Essex features an expanded bar area along with seasonal patio seating adjacent to the East Lawn and the Resort's vegetable and herb gardens, providing diners with a more secluded al
Reviewed By JacksBack05101
The tavern is a lively place for good food and music, great beer flights & Bourbon selection. Plus they have Heady Topper IPA which is hard to get further south
4. Firebird Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By Miley2007
Firebird has been an established restaurant for many years. The food is quick and casual. One orders at the counter and the meal is brought to your table. It's been a long while since I dined there because my daughter had worked there years back, so I had knowledge about the questionable food prep standards. This time I ordered huevos rancheros. I confirmed with the gal that it came with poached eggs, yet it arrived as over-easy. The meal was good, but swatting flies was not. I ate with my right hand and swatted with my left. There is possible good news, as this restaurant moving to a new location at Five Corners, about 1.5 miles east on Rte. 15. FYI, this owner owns The Nest coffee shop at Five Corners as well. I have not been there, for obvious reasons. See my photo of the Huevos Rancheros.
3. Junction
Overall Ratings
4 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By 681JosephG681
Have been many times. Always great food and knowledgeable and attentive, friendly staff. Highly recommend sitting at the Chefs Table. Reservations a must.
2. Martone's Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By MikeE295
We go out of our way to get the sandwiches from Martone's. For almost 20 years we have gone there and they do a great job of always making a great sandwich.
1. Pauline's Cafe & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 407 reviews
Pauline's Cafe provides an upscale decor and cuisine in a dining area where you will enjoy rich cherry paneling, an intimate Cherry bar, custom oak tables. Please join us for Lunch Monday - Saturday 11:30 - 2:00, Sunday Brunch 11:00 - 2:00 and Dinner Sund
Reviewed By VCF_Chicago
Breakfast at this restaurant topped off a great week long vacation in Quebec. I had the quinoa bowl - fresh and delicious. I asked for jam for my toast and waitress brought a small bowl of delicious jam made from a blackberry from Oregon; a delicious detail.If you like real food, you will enjoy this restaurant.Hello VCF-Chicago, so happy that you enjoyed your meal at Pauline's! Thanks for the great review. All the Best, Chef David
