Best espresso in town. I get the most perfect iced lattes, refreshing teas, and occasional…read moreamericano with cold foam. Great spot for NYC bagel and house made cream cheese. The owners are the nicest locals! Wonderful cafe with lots of south facing window seats, cozy fire place tables. All time favorite coffee shop.

Unassuming from the outside on a not-so-busy street, but there's so much room inside with a decent…read moreamount of seating options. Staff were SO friendly, latte was delicious, and reasonably priced. The gluten free blueberry muffin also hit the spot; lots of gluten free/vegan options for pastries. A nice spot to sit with my book and enjoy my drink.

Okay wow!! It's so hard to make a latte right, and Dreamscape does it right! A good latte should be…read moresmooth and shouldn't need sweetener, and they nailed it. It's a pretty large coffee shop with plenty of seating. The space is eclectic while having a homey vibe. They also have a limited selection of pastries. The staff is friendly and I never had to wait more than five minutes. It was a bit pricey; almost $8, but for the quality, it was worth it. My only regret is that I was only able to enjoy a latte twice. I'm already looking forward to going back next time I'm in town.

We stopped by Dreamscape on a whim while getting to our hotel in Vermont and were pleasantly…read moresurprised at the gem we found! The ambiance is chic and moody, and the baristas have a true passion for coffee. Nick provided us with some great recommendations, the Midsummer Dream was like no latte I'd ever tried before. It was like a mild orange creamsicle, not too sweet. The cold brew was also nice and strong, great local stop!

love this place . stopped here twice on my Hike of the Long Trail south . its a very cozy place…read morewith wonder full decor . the People are very kind and Friendly . the Food was Excellent i got a breakfast plate with a traditional breakfast and it was Excellent . The Habiscus berry Ice Tea special was so damn good I had to get too . thanks for being a safe space in The Rutland Area . highly reccomend this place . Loved it good memory to have a sit her with some Hiker Friends . great memory of my trip on The Long Trail . hope to come here again . Thanks ‍‍‍‍

Speakeasy Café in Rutland is the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile…read more The interiors are playful and full of character with artsy murals, whimsical sketches, and cozy speakeasy vibes that make the space feel instantly welcoming. The sugar house coffee was a standout. Rich, smooth, and exactly what you want on a cold Vermont morning. We also tried the handmade biscuit, warmed and buttered, and it genuinely felt like a hug in biscuit form. Shoutout to Ethan for being incredibly helpful and thoughtful with recommendations. With his guidance, we built a fantastic sandwich with sourdough, hash browns, avocado, green sauce, and chili crunch. He understood the assignment. Messy, hearty, and delicious. The vegan wrap was also flavorful and satisfying. We left happy, full, and already talking about coming back. Highly recommend Speakeasy Café, especially if you're looking for strong vegetarian and vegan options in Rutland.

Ten stars if I would. Incredible homemade bread pudding, cakes, pastries and lovely staff…read more Must go!

Holy awesome breakfast place. Probably lunch too. Based on how good breakfast was. The baked goods…read moreare amazing. The breakfast sandwich was made perfectly! Bagels were so fresh too.

A quirky little spot in Rochester! I love when coffee shops and bookstores are in conjunction with…read moreeach other. A variety of pastries, food, and beverages, as well as local Vermont merchandise. Lots of fun little things to look at inside. Good service, good coffee. Nice place! Check it out if you're passing through.

Charm: 6 stars. Comestibles: 3 stars…read more We took the "back way" home from VT this winter break, a strategy that avoided interstate traffic, but also occasionally situated us behind slow-moving tractors and trucks on one-lane country roads. Overall, we enjoyed the way's meandering charm, especially when we stumbled upon places like Sandy's Books and Bakery in Rochester, VT (which made me immediately think of you, Mercedes). Per the headline, Sandy's is a used bookstore with original, classic, 1960's and 70's era finds from Agatha Chrystie, Isaac Asimov, etc... newer books about foraging, mysticism, and other fun things; locally made candles, soaps, walking sticks, crocheted hats; and locally made food products in / adjoining the cafe. There are numerous rooms on two floors where you can take your time to slow down and enjoy a book. (Fiction, science fiction, horror and mystery are upstairs!) Cafe tables are set up in many of these semi-private reading rooms so you can enjoy a coffee or pastry alongside a good read. Places like this make me swoon and had we not been on the clock, I would've loved to browse for hours and hours. The setup certainly invites that, as do the friendly local patrons. Sadly, we had to peel our children away from smelling each and every homemade soap and candle, and from trying to fence with the beautiful, polished, natural wood walking sticks (pickaxes, our 8 year old called them), and get our food order to go so we could make our an appointment (for race ski sharpening ) in time. What we tried: - Broccoli and potato quiche, made with a gluten free tortilla crust -- delicious and homemade, with tender, custardy egg -- but undersalted by our standards and made with very little cheese. The eggs had an interesting and unexpected faint whiff of vanilla. - Roasted carrot and lentil soup -- soup made with small green lentils was conceptually great, but overly sweet and served with what could've been a wonderful bread roll, but one that was microwaved and inedibly rubbery as a result. We would've enjoyed diced carrots that had been cut smaller than these 2" slices, but that's a preference. - Apple cider donuts -- I'm sure these would've been amazing fresh out of the fryer, but sadly, these spheroids (not rings) of fried dough were dense, oily, and well past peak freshness (two or three days old?) on our Friday morning visit. - Morning glory muffin -- moist, not overly sweet, very good - Cafe au lait -- you're told to fill a mug with pre-made coffee from the dispenser and to come to the counter for the steamed / frothed milk, which was unexpected for me. The coffee on our visit was watery. Baked goods (including cookies of all sorts), looked so lavish and amazing that I'd come again to try other items, but really, it's the overall experience that charms. Food and drink may not be the winning components, but perhaps I don't mind when a bookstore is so darn welcoming and charming. Bookmarking for a return visit.

Ive felt everything I've ordered was worth it- so far I've gotten a cortado, yogurt bowls, the cafe…read morebreakfast, drip coffee, organic seeds, and their shelved food items have been wonderful. I have visited this cafe over the last few months and have loved trying their new items they always seem to have. My boyfriend regularly enjoys the breakfast burrito and we have a pastry and apple butter to try soon as well! We always felt welcome there, as it is great place to sit and relax. I also love that they host weekly events, the owners seem very involved in the quality of what they sell and the environment they do it in.. Ps: I also just tried the asparagus soup and nettle crisps, and I will be thinking about how good it was later... wish I got a bigger bowl! Thanks Jason and Janice

i stopped by on a weekday around 11 and was helped promptly. they have a decent sized menu of real…read morebrunch food as well as a large pastry/sweets case. they have a student discount which is always appreciated. once i ordered, service was very quick. i was also seated next to people gossiping about my boyfriend without knowing i was there, so breakfast and a show! i was thoroughly entertained and stayed here to "work" for about 4 hours. i ordered the house black iced tea with their seasonal triple berry syrup. the iced tea was not bitter at all, brewed very nicely, and the syrup definiteley added some oomph to the concoction. i also ordered the apple butter waffle, which was divine! the candied bacon complemented the sweeteness of the waffle very well. it's probably one of my favorite bites i've had in southern vermont. they also have games in the back corner if you need to provide your own entertainment. really cute spot and tasty spot!

Oh yummy! A superb Vermont experience made with two of the most iconic Vermont products, ice cream…read moreand maple syrup. Seriously, a dream of a dessert. Cup or cone, doesn't matter. Came over here at 2:45 PM and it was relatively busy but not overwhelmed. Got scoops for 8 and everyone was absolutely enchanted with the product.

We stopped in for a tasty treat and to try a Vermont Creamy after visiting…read moreMarsh-Billings-Rockefeller. The interior is quaint inside an old storefront right on the Main Street. The ice cream was delicious. Be sure to check the signs for or ask about their current specials. The Maple Sprinkles are worth the try if you've never had them. They're a little too crunchy for me but others may love them. If you're in or passing through the area, definitely stop in!

Though all Vermont maple syrup is phenomenal, Silloway Maple has a special way of making their…read moreproduct stand out! I really enjoyed tasting their " coffee maple syrup" and the " spicy maple syrup" as it added a unique flavor to a well known pancake/ French toast companion. For those who are interested in taking their maple tasting to the next level, the store offers maple ice creams, ice cream floats and iced coffees! Will Definitely try their maple creamsicles next time I'm in town!

Walked in on a November Sunday afternoon when they had just finished selling their maple creemees…read morefor the season, but the owner so generously offered us a frozen one left, with the maple sugar "dust" sprinkled on top. So pure, subtle, and delicious, we nearly finished a cup in minutes. 5 stars!!!