A comprehensive listing of restaurants and sample menus can be found at:
http://hungryburlington.com/
Some local favorites:
American Flatbread Pizza - Burlington Hearth
The menu is straightforward and affordable: a salad of organic greens and vegetables with an addictive ginger-tamari vinaigrette; a list of flatbread pizzas from plain cheese with sauce to a variety of more eclectic options. Most ingredients are from local Vermont farms. Moderately priced.
115 St. Paul Street, Burlington. 802.861.2999
http://www.flatbreadhearth.com/intro.shtml
the Daily Planet
An eclectic blend of American foods in a unique setting. Pub menu is served late. A local favorite. Moderately priced.
15 Center Street, Burlington. 862.9647
http://dailyplanet15.com/about.php
L'Amante Ristorante
Italian restaurant with an extensive wine list. Vermont-grown ingredients are incorporated into the dishes. "Contemporary" feel to the dishes; some are tried and true while others have been refined. Attire is dress casual. Has both a dining room and a bar. Moderately to high priced.
126 College Street, Burlington. 863.5200
http://www.lamante.com/index.html
Moe's Southwest Grill
Southwestern, Vegan, and Vegiterian cuisines. Includes such favorites as burritos, tacos, quesadillas and nachos. Made to order (Subway style), but very flexible. Menu items named after pop culture. Reasonably priced.
1150 Williston Road, Burlington. 660.4900
http://www.moes.com/index.aspx
Purple Knights Pizza & Deli
A home-away-from-home for both students and faculty. Serving great subs, pizza, homemade soups and many assorted goodies. Reasonably priced.
Across from Saint Michael's campus on Route 15. 655.6565
http://www.purpleknightspizza.com/
Ri Ra Irish Pub
Authentic Irish Pub made with salvaged materials. Menu houses traditional Irish dishes as well as American dishes with an Irish twist. Live music. Reasonably priced.
123 Church Street, Burlington. 860.9401
http://www.rira.com/burlington/home.html
Sakura
Japanese cuisine including sushi in a relaxing atmosphere. Reasonably to moderately priced.
2 Church Street, Burlington. 863.1988
http://www.sakuravt.com/
Single Pebble
Authentic gourmet Chinese food. A variety of unique and flavorful dishes including their renowned mock eel. Moderately priced.
133 Bank Street, Burlington. 865.5200
http://www.asinglepebble.com/intro.htm
Smokejacks
Contemporary American dining. Menu houses a burger named one of America’s top ten burgers by USA Today. Seasonal dishes with local ingredients. Extensive cheese and wine list. Reasonably to moderately priced.
156 Church Street, Burlington. 658.1119
http://www.smokejacks.com/
Sneakers Bistro/Café
Once a place for jazz and bluegrass, change in local taste made sneakers close at night. Now only open for breakfast, lunch, and brunch, but still a local favorite. Large vegetarian menu. Reasonably priced.
36 Main Street, Winooski. 655.9081
http://www.sneakersbistro.com/
Sweetwaters Grill
Located on bustling Church St. in Burlington, a great place to people watch. Outdoor dining when the weather permits, voted "Best Outdoor Dining." Simple American dishes make the menu, but the artichoke dip is a favorite. Reasonably to moderately priced.
120 Church Street, Burlington. 864.9800
http://www.sweetwatersvt.com/
Three Tomatoes
A trattoria with a large wood-fired oven. Outdoor seating in season. Reasonably to moderately priced.
83 Church Street, Burlington. 660.9533
http://threetomatoestrattoria.com/burlington/index.php
Tiny Thai
Authentic Thai cuisine. Large and varied menu. Can be a long wait at dinner time due to its popularity. Reasonably priced.
Vermont Pub & Brewery
Called "One of the Nation's 25 Best Craft Breweries," and Vermont's original brewpub, it offers a casual atmosphere with a classic pub and family-friendly menu. Reasonably to moderately priced.
144 College Street, Burlington. 865.0500
http://vermontbrewery.com/