I got a sun-dried bagel with vegetable cream cheese. The cream cheese was loaded with vegetables…read more It was amazing. I got an iced coffee with maple. Service is great and the food was so good. It got crowded quickly. They have a library you can purchase books for $1-4. We really enjoyed it and will be back.

Yummy homemade bagel and chai. Two thumbs up! Traveling North and needed a chai. Found them…read morethrough yelp. Made the stop. Nice local vibe and feel. All Vegan menu.

Convenient spot for coffee and a breakfast sandwich or pastry. Prices were high but made fresh and…read moredelicious. BEC on biscuit special for the day. Small but so yummy. Tiny lot and gets quite busy before hitting the slopes. Very friendly service.

Got up early Christmas Eve to get some tasty baked goods for my wife as it was her birthday. The…read moredoor was locked but the woman inside said they were closed. Was pretty surprised by this as most places are open at least a half day on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day obviously closed. They were open 12/26 but for me the luster was lost and I wasn't interested in going back. Hey it's their right if they want to be closed on arguably a busy day. Good for you if business is that good.

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.

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.

My Mom grew up in the area, and this bagel joint has been delicious since then. We stopped by for…read morebagels while in town for a reunion. We ordered a bunch of bagels with different toppings and they were all delicious. I've heard the donuts are worth the visit as well - with my friend often making a long journey just to grab some! I highly recommend grabbing a bagel sandwich, and taking a walk around town. Maybe even stopping in to the amazing co-op next door!

I've been going to the Bakery one or two times a week for a couple years now...they are my favorite…read moreplace to get coffee...everyone who works there is always super friendly and kind, and they always make my drink right...if you haven't yet check them out! It's worth the stop!

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

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!

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.

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.

i came here several times over the course of a week to get some work done. it was never too crazy…read moreand i could always find a seat easily. there are outlets along the counter-style seating as well. for food, i got the little date ball thing. it wasn't too sweet (as expected) and was quite tasty. i tried the black and peach iced tea and the tropical green iced tea on different occasions. both were quite bitter, either oversteeped or boiled too hot. i still drank them but was not super pleased. the inside is very cute but is a little drafty on cold VT days. the baristas were friendly. overall, this is a great place to get work done (especially since they stay open later than most coffee shops) but i would probably opt for other options if i want a good cup of iced tea.

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.

Really great bagels. Not too massive, which I have a pet peeve about. We were visiting from out of…read moretown and stopped in here a few times. Pretty good coffee considering it's a grab and go situation. Service was excellent, friendly, and fast. Got some great recommendations and even though we were in a half hour from closing every time we showed up (which I hate) we never felt rushed. Get the salt bagel. Underrated, and rarely done well.

Such a great sandwich spot in Vermont. The sandwiches were loaded, it had a mom and pop vibe, and…read morethe service was great. Definitely worth a stop while you're here. We got: Roast beef cheddar melt Tuna salad sandwich Steeple guy special Neighbor Grilled pastrami And they were all pretty good!

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!

Stopped by for lunch , I got the chicken chipotle sandwich and my bf got the roast beef sandwich…read morewhich we split it Both around $15-$16. The sandwich's were both very good but honestly I felt like they're very skimpy. The flavor was good but felt like i was having sauce and spinach on the chicken chipotle and sauce and lettuce on the roast beef. The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing .

This place was just okay for us. Came here while on vacation. Menu was interesting, food was mid,…read moreand service was also mid. Nothing here particularly stood out. Still, I'd probably give it another chance because the vibe inside is cool and I low key love the name Liquid Art.