Delicious food, excellent lattes, and friendly staff. The nutty farmer is a favorite and you must…read morehave a maple latte.

Good coffee. Food is not that great but ok, and a little expensive for what it is. Coffee and…read moreatmosphere are good though.

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.

If you are craving a satisfying breakfast in Middlebury you needn't look further than Middlebury…read moreBagel and Deli. Housed in an old home in the downtown area, this family-owned deli is a community anchor in this quaint Vermont town. We had breakfast here twice and noted the steady stream of regulars who came for carryout boxes of donuts and bags of freshly made bagels. The star here are their bagels which come in a variety of both sweet and savory flavors. We recommend the bagel and lox with a smear as well as the omelets and bagel choices. We also couldn't resist their buttermilk pancakes which are served with a generous dollop of locally sourced butter and, of course, Vermont maple syrup (why anyone uses fake mapole syrup is beyond me...) Nicely crafted baked goods and fry entrees make this a must-try stop when cruising through New England.

Really good bagel sandwiches, free refills on coffee, and there's always been good prices on bagels…read moreto go when we've passed through visiting folks further east in Vermont. I've had better bagels, but these are better than anything else in the area, well priced, and well priced. Salt & Pepper and then sweet ones, but more of the salt and pepper in the dozen.

We ordered a breakfast sandwich with sausage/egg/cheese on onion bagel, and their turkey sandwich…read moreon rye, plus took home a blueberry lemon loaf cake. All were amazing! Everything was fresh and of perfect textured! Will be back again, and remember to take pictures next time

A bacon egg and cheddar sandwich on a sesame bagel sounds like a very boring order you could get at…read moreany NY style deli or bagel shop. How was this one so much better than the rest? Each component was great. The bagel was tender and fresh. The egg was lightly fried leaving some golden liquid yolk instead of a hammered dry patty. And the server was right, they have really good bacon. Add in a lovely melty slice of white cheddar and a do it yourself squirt of sriracha and you have a powerhouse breakfast. I also got a chocolate chip cookie that I of course waited many hours to eat after my breakfast and it was excellent also.

This charming market offers a carefully curated selection of quality products. While some items are…read moreon the higher end in price, others are quite reasonable, making it a nice find. The space has a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff is both knowledgeable and enthusiastic, adding to the overall positive experience. However, I still wish there were better solutions for some local shopping needs--(like a nearby pharmacy or more level 3 EV charging stations for the many EV owners in the area). I'm curious about why Woodstock seems to lack fresh, locally baked bread. It feels like a wonderful opportunity for someone to supply shops and locals with it.

I was blown away by this farmers market! They have everything imaginable, Vermont style. Not only…read moredo they sell local Vermont vendor specialties, but they have freshly made baked goods, hot food, soup, salads and premade meals to pick up. The list is endless, from alcohol, to chocolate, fruit and flowers. You can pick up everything you need in this one store! Even a barista onsite to make any kind of hot or cold drink you can think of. So glad that we stopped here on our way home, because this truly is a one stop shop for all your grocery needs!

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.

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..

Stopped by en route to a business conference, we appreciated the many fresh options at KC's Bagel…read moreCafe. With fresh-baked bagels, wraps and other baked goods to handmade salads, there's truly something for everyone. In a charming historic district, there's lots of parking nearby and a very friendly staff.

Wide variety of sandwiches and wraps, all are available to be customized. Service is always fast,…read morethe owners are extremely friendly. Everyone is family here! I love to sit at the tables by the window and watch out Merchants Row. The Rueben is delicious as well!

Where to start? I got there early on a Wednesday. Stopped in quick for a decent homemade breakfast…read moresandwich while I was visiting. Locals say good things yet I haven't been. Ordered 2 sandwiches and got 2 salads: Sausage, egg and cheese, BLT, seafood salad and Macaroni Tuna Salad. All were simple and classic, just what I was looking for. I was thankful for the friendly service and happy with the quality of ingredients! Thank you!

This place is great, small plates but great food and awesome drinks - my fave place on the mountain!read more

Stopped in for coffee. Service was so amazing and the ambiance was super adorable we decided to…read morecome back for dinner. The food was great. Fresh tasting and made to order. We had the steak, chicken thighs and pierogis! All of the food we got was perfect. I highly recommend!