Awesome coffee shop located inside a converted industrial building. Walls are lined with art on the…read moreway in, spot for bike parking and outdoor seating. Coffee was amazing and much needed after pedaling 4 miles from our campsite at North Beach. 10/10 would recommend!

Love love love it here best pastry's and lattes around hands down!!!! Great atmosphere and friendly…read morepeople!!!

Great coffee and croissants, we also enjoyed the macarons and biscuits and gravy. Friendly staff!read more

The supposed "Vermonter Melt" is actually a toasted BREAD, and cold turkey sandwich with wilted…read morelettuce that you have to pay $3 more for if you want mixed greens. There was nothing "melted" in the sandwich. Very disappointing and they should just say what it is. They're not going to make it if they don't get someone in the kitchen that can better prepare food, real time, vs. what appears to be pre-made, heated options - IMO.

My wife and I stopped by for opening day today. We've been fans of their donuts and coffee from…read moretheir Waitsfield, VT location. The donuts prepared by Emma are amazing. Made with love, the donuts are hand-crafted from organic flour nearby in Charlotte, VT. My wife and I enjoy the churro donuts, which are an amazing treat. The donut is the inspiration for the business name. It's a French crueler donut twisted into a textured halo (see pic), expertly fried and then lightly dusted with cinnamon and sugar. The first bite is heavenly. The crisp texture of the exterior and the light custard interior make for one of the most flavorful and euphoria inducing experiences. The light strands of the interior dough and the texture of the crisp fried exterior are a wonderful mouth-feel and "Mmmmm" inducing delight. The selection from behind the barista bar is more than just coffee. Selections range from espresso, to latte, to chai, as well as herbal teas for the "not coffee" inclined. I ordered an Americano (see pic), which Tay prepared with perfection. I added a shot of maple syrup for sweetness and sipped in satisfaction. The interior is still in need of decoration but for an opening day, that in no way detracts from the experience. The fanbase is strong with Twisted Halo. They sold out within the first hour and continued to bake to keep up with demand. It was great to see friends connecting with friends as they arrived, conversed, and parted ways, making this the ultimate social spot for a morning or post lunch coffee and donut. I would highly recommend a visit and to take a moment to savor the flavors of Twisted Halo.

We were the first in the door for the day. The maple donuts were really good but the coffee was…read morereally lacking. Very expensive in my opinion. $8 for cold brew is insane. The inside needs some love. No real decor inside. Service was very slow. Not the best but not the worst. 3 stars only because of the donuts

My first morning office and it was very nice. I stayed here four hours, arriving at 7am when they…read moreopened and leaving at around 11am. I know it was that long because the limit on the parking meters is two hours and I moved from one in the front to one in the back. Inside, comfortable seating and a fantastic coffee. I started off with a simple cortado that was excellent. Just the right mix of coffee and steamed (not foamed!) milk. The second drip coffee was also rich and delicious. Great service, a neat little hangout here in Barre that was excellent for working on my laptop. Five stars! [Review 1665 of 2024 - 153 in Vermont - 22688 overall]

Espresso Bueno has become one of my go-to spots and for good reason. I have been here quite a few…read moretimes, and every visit has been consistently enjoyable. The service is always friendly and efficient, with a relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay a while. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, perfect for catching up with friends, getting a bit of work done, or just enjoying a quiet moment with a good drink. There's a genuine local charm here that sets it apart from your typical coffee shop. My usual order is the Chai Tea Latte - their house-made chai sweetened with maple syrup and steamed with oat milk. It's rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced. On warmer days, I will switch it up with the Bueno Smoothie, which is just as delicious and refreshing. I often pair my drink with one of their fresh pastries. usually a scone and it always hits the spot. The food is thoughtfully prepared, and the menu offers a great variety of light meals and snacks that cater to different dietary preferences. Espresso Bueno has a way of making you feel like part of the community, and I always look forward to my next visit. Highly recommended!

Food: I got the breakfast sandwich with bacon and red onions, a maple scone, and maple latte. The…read morebreakfast sandwich was unique but one of the best I've had around. More akin to a breakfast panini, the gooey fluffy egg and cheese, crunchy bacon, and bright onions were perfectly supported by two slices of crunchy, crusty toasted sourdough. Such great flavor! The iced maple latte was a bit on the sweet side but still very much enjoyed it. TBD on the scone, but judging by how busy it was, it is gonna be great! Service: Friendly group passionate about what they do! Ambiance: Small town, comfortable bakery where I assume all the netizens gather.

Initially came to Red Hen Baking to try their sticky maple buns but , unbeknownst to us, those are…read moreonly sold at their Farmer's market on Sundays :( we ended up trying their raspberry danish ( which was incredible), a London fog and a Cortado. The London fog was ok, not the best I have tasted and not the worst. Hands down, the best part of our visit was trying their delicious focaccia and the baguette! Their bread is fresh and baked to perfection! Highly recommend trying it!!

This is my go to in Shelburne when I'm home visiting friends and family. The coffee is pretty…read moredependably good as are most of the pastries. They have an art gallery and wine shop as well and the coffee shop is a pleasant place to work. Part of me likes the fact that they don't have wifi as it's kind of old fashioned but it can make it a bit hard as a place to work. I usually just get the regular black coffees and I like that they have a selection of roast levels here. Pricing isn't cheap but it's what I would expect for the area. I wish they had cold brew as the ice coffee is not the same or as good. My wife loved the maple latte and that they do half caff. She recently ordered a matcha that wasn't great but they said it was the end of the bag and gave us a free iced decaf latte instead which was very nice. With the service, location, and dependably pretty good coffee, I will continue to patronize this business.

I stopped here on a road trip traveling from Wisconsin to Maine. The coffee was exceptional- great…read moretaste, smooth, and the cafe was cute and had a nice vibe. The reason I'm giving a 2-star review is because there is a wood bench on the side of the building by the parking lot. I went to sit on the bench and it flipped up in the air like a teeter totter and it was scary! I could have seriously been injured but I was able to jump off right away. I also had my 10 pound dog with me when it happened. I went inside and told a gentleman behind the counter what happened. He was nice and came outside with me and explained that the bench often gets backed into by cars in the parking lot and then it gets moved out of place. I have no idea why, if this is clearly a known issue, that the bench is not stabilized for safety reasons. If this happens next time to a child or an elderly person, this could end in consequences or someone getting seriously hurt.

Solid decaf cafe au lait (drip decaf topped with steamed milk) and a skim latte were the orders of…read morethe day at this South Burlington coffee spot near the Farmers' Market on Pine Street. We also ordered two Donutz (mint and maple) which were meh... maybe left over from yesterday?? Anyhoo this is a large industrial feeling space with plenty of comfortable seating near the large windows that are prevalent on two sides. Natural is important when reading or working. The barista was a youngi-ish guy who was friendly and fast at moving through tbe near constant stream of people coming in on a late Sunday afternoon. We give a thumbs up for using fair trade coffee that is very smooth and having many offerings other than coffee like tea (hot/iced/ bottled), juices, sodas, energy drinks, and water. Yes you can buy Speeder & Earl's merch too as well as bags of coffee to go. Recommend!

Funky cool coffee spot at the edge of town. Americano was delicious, on the milder side, but…read moregreat, and affordable. Was in a rush, so I was grateful for the fast friendly service. I bought a bag of Speeders Blend which is delicious. Looking forward to a return trip there.

After a long drive from New Hampshire, having an "oh wow" lunch at the Minifactory was a pleasant…read moresurprise! The little citrus sparkling water drink I ordered was dressed up with mint leaves and orange slice, a nice touch. I ordered the misomusto sandwich and was not prepared for the mammoth mountain of goodness that arrived. Rarely does a vegetarian sandwich have the flavor and robustness of this one. I couldn't finish, as much as I tried. Service was quick and friendly. The sunlit space is very inviting and I love the mural on the wall. It's always nice to see a business keep the original tin ceiling tiles. I see some comments complaining about the price and maybe it's because I'm from the Seacoast region, where prices are comparable if not higher for the quality of the food. I was very happy with my choice for lunch!

Hands Down The best BLT's I've ever eaten…read more Thick sourdough bread. Smoked bacon cooked to perfection. Plenty of mayo. A slabs of tomato. Crunchy lettuce. Perfect. Messy Bursting with juices and flavor They are in the case ready to go. Take plenty of napkins, it's delicious.