This was a delightful little stop to pick up a dinner picnic for our hotel that evening. This cozy…read morelittle grocery features a variety of locally sourced ingredients, prepared foods and widely sourced goods (aka from outside of VT). We ended up gathering a Turkey wrap, broccoli cashew salad, and tomatoes for our dinner. They also sold a variety of soups and salads, kombuchas, fresh cut flowers, oats for breakfast and more. The broccoli cashew salad was fresh and delicious. I was a little bummed that the Turkey was but fresh cut and appeared to have preservatives/lunch meat texture. The staff we encountered were friendly and it was a great visit overall.

What can I say everything is fresh and clean, the egg sandwich…read moreAre stuffed and pre made sandwiches are delicious The store has everything for a gluten to vegan person. The service is spot on everyone is super friendly Ambiance Fresh or cooked food veggies are fresh and beautiful A must stop off the highway

The owner was so nice to me and my dog. I was attempting to leave her out on the porch but she was…read moreafraid to be left alone. The owner helped me out and set me up with a table and brought her water and a treat. I was able to eat my lunch with my dog, instead of putting her in the car (with the ac on of course). I enjoyed a delicious lunch and purchased some groceries also. Great find along my route!

A hidden gem in Northfield! Whether you're a local or…read moretouring Vermont's covered bridges, stop in to visit FGS! Great prepared food, great friendly staff and provisions. If you go on a Friday, they have nice items from the grill! The music level is nice and selection makes you want to hang out and drink a specialty coffee.

Small town bakery. Give it a try. You won't regret it! If you ar deep in the middle of nowhere VT…read more Give small businesses some love.

Mouth watering pies! We had never tried pecan pie and LOVED it! Also had the apple crumb pie and…read moredevoured it. Rich in flavor. Excellent service, called in the order, it was made fresh for pick up. Cozy, charming store. Also grabbed some cookies and muffin!! Stop by soon.

Thrilled to be the fifth person to review this hidden gem in Waterbury. I have to admit that part…read moreof the allure was that there were no pictures on Yelp for this business (no longer the case). By the time I left this place around lunchtime I felt like I was part of the family. My three hour visit included a blueberry corn muffin, red pepper chicken risotto soup served with a fresh croissant, and coffee. All for $9. (note: cash only). The soup and croissant knocked my socks off. I had visions of Oliver Twist slurping up stew and saying, "please sir, I want some more sir." Mmm....just thinking about it now warms my stomach. Note: this place is no frills. Waterbury offers free community wifi but it can be spotty in this location. The charm of this place is definitely the outdoor patio and fact that you have to stroll through an alley to find it. Double note: they sell breads, gingersnap cookies, croissants and a few other baked treats. The owner told me that he has been operating via wholesale for years but just recently opted to open up for a mini café section. Hallelujah.

Great local market for fresh produce and local goods. Bought adorable earrings made from recycled…read moreleather. Delicious strawberries. We made BLTs from the bacon, tomatoes and lettuce we purchased; absolutely delicious. Beware of expiration dates, the organic mayonnaise was expired. Caught it before we purchased it. The baking powder biscuits were to die for. We made strawberry shortcake; absolutely delicious. Will return. Expensive store, but I'm happy to support small businesses and local farmers. Worth it!

The Roots has been a much welcomed and embraced addition to the little village of Middlesex. It's a…read moreplace that's sees a ton of travelers going to and from the Mad River Valley, and surely these well-heeled visitors, along with loyal locals, have been essential to the success and growth of The Roots. Indeed, if you are exiting off I-89 on your way to the Valley, stop in and stock up for your mountain getaway or ski vacation. Once you pull into your vacation accommodations tired and hungry, you'll be so glad you did. The prices are a little higher than at Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier, so I use The Roots to help me fill in the gaps between my larger shopping trips. Living close by, I can pop in for my staples, like Dirt Farm organic eggs, Wilcox's Blueberry Crumble ice cream, heirloom tomatoes, or another bag of their luscious salad greens - even a roll of toilet paper - without needing to drive all the way to Montpelier, Waterbury, or Waitsfield. Most all of the gorgeous, organic vegetables within the market are grown at the owners farm in Williamstown, Bear Roots Farm. If not, they are locally grown and sourced from other area farms. There is an onsite kitchen, out of which the chefs create an array of ready-to-go options, from soups and salads, to their homemade dressings and salsas, wraps and overnight oats, to trays of dinners to take home and bake (the chicken enchilada pie with root veggies is out of the world), and more. It's down right impressive what they keep churning out. Outside their quaint building (formally a decrepit general store), the bounty of offerings ebb and flow with the changing seasons. In the spring, there is an abundance of farm fresh annuals, colorful hanging plants, veggie starts, and perennials. In the fall, pumpkins and mums explode out of large wooden bins, and in the winter festive balsam wreaths and trees adorn their humble clapboard siding. They've recently expanded their footprint, and now also offer berry bushes, fruit trees, and more. Inside, there is an extensive selection of artisanal breads and sweets from local bakeries, an impressive selection of cheeses and butters, frozen organic meats and an impressive amount of local ice creams (with nary a pint Ben & Jerry's in sight), a well-stocked wine collection, craft beers and ciders, along with a small but exceedingly well-stocked selection pantry essentials and spices. In addition, The Roots curates an eclectic and unique collection of gifts and household items, from cards, unique candles, pottery, houseplants, pots, beautiful cloth napkins, herbal tinctures, soaps, earrings, and much more. They sprinkle in special items from Europe before the holidays, which are delightful to gift. Where else might you find a tin of milk chocolate sardines imported from France? The staff are lovely, knowledgeable, and helpful. The owners are committed to the land and their community. And their loyal customers - like yours truly - love supporting The Roots and hope you will too. Supporting our local food growers and small businesses has never been more important. Or delicious.

Delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries. Staff were very friendly and patient with the heavy…read moretourist traffic that day. Cute rustic cafe vibe inside. I got a giant bag of free bagels from their day old basket, so they'll be feeding me for weeks to come!

Not quite like the Soup Nazi, but service is... efficient and crisp at this very busy Waterbury…read moredeli. There is plentiful goodies from sweet to salty to accompany your bagel sandwich or wrap. We got a buffs burrito. and regular turkey on whole wheat with Dijon mustard, lettuce and tomato. Quality for price and tasty. Small town feel and surprisingly cool inside with four ceiling fans and a large oscillating fan to supplement the split AC unit..

Alas, the Big Picture Theater is now defunct. I believe Virginia who was selling her wonderful…read moremaple glazed mini donuts at the Big Picture is now selling them at on weekend mornings at BB's Bagels (behind Gillespie Propane and Kitchenette on Main Street).

This isn't around anymore- but the donuts ARE still available! You just have to go to the Big…read morePicture Theatre to get your hands on them!

If you're in the area on a Saturday, this is a must!…read more Definitely one of the best farmers market I've ever been to. Everything from fresh veggies, mushrooms, fresh meats, fresh breads, cheeses, jams, smoothies, crafts etc. There's a few stalls to get some meals on site as well, so pick up some awesome Asian noodles and peruse the booths. Prices are reasonable and all of the vendors will greet you with a smile. Not all take cards, so bring some cash for sure. I arrived right at 9am so parking was easy. But it definitely got busier in the day, so plan accordingly. Trash bins are located in the middle of the area and separated by trash type!

Seriously, the best farmer's market of my life. Juices, cheese, maple products, produce, CBD oil,…read moreartisan breads, amazing crafts and a great vibe. So many vendors as well and music. This is small town America..this is the land of Bernie...LOVE IT