The best cafes in Chittenden County

Scout Bakery pairs curated coffee with homemade ice cream, making it a welcome local stop whether you need a morning pick-me-up or a little something sweet. Consider this your friendly reminder that ice cream is allowed before dinner.

From the Burlington newsletter, October 27, 2026

Café Napoli is now open in Burlington, bringing a mellow, neighborly vibe and the kind of cup that makes emails less scary. Swing by for a late-morning pick-me-up, linger with a book, or let it power your afternoon to-do list.

From the Burlington newsletter, October 19, 2026

Speeder & Earl's Coffee has been family owned for more than 30 years, roasting daily for the Greater Burlington area and fueling mornings with espresso drinks, baked goods, and beans you can take home. Order for pickup from the Pine Street Cafe, or grab Ethiopian Guji or year-round Pumpkin Spice.

From the Burlington newsletter, October 14, 2026

Artemus Café pours Brio Coffeeworks coffee and all the usual espresso suspects, plus matcha, chai, and maple or lavender lattes. The twist is the Burlington Art Mini Museum inside, where local pottery, prints, and small works line the walls... grab a light baked good from local bakeries and wander.

From the Winooski newsletter, October 15, 2026

Chef's Corner is that rare local cafe that nails the trifecta: comforting breakfasts, relaxed lunch staples, and housemade pastries and cakes you’ll think about later.

From the Williston newsletter, October 7, 2026

Modern coffee tasting bar offering a weekly rotating menu of 6 or more single-origin coffees.

When you want a good cup and an easy grab-and-go, Healthy Living has a cozy café attached to a full market, so you can sip then shop local favorites. Friendly staff, custom cakes, and serious commitment to local make it a weekday lifesaver.

From the Williston newsletter, September 28, 2026

Old Town Cafe & Comics is the rare Williston combo where you can sip something good and find your next read in the same room. An easygoing hang for quick caffeine, page flipping, and low-key nerding out between errands.

From the Williston newsletter, October 3, 2026

Kestrel - BTV Airport pours ethically sourced single origin coffee they roast themselves, with seasonal selections from small farms that stay both approachable and interesting. Perfect for those pre-flight jitters or post-pickup sips, when you want something better than whatever your travel mug remembers.

From the Burlington newsletter, September 21, 2026

Family-owned and big on flavor, Meadow Roast Cafe pours locally roasted artisan coffee alongside freshmade pastries and wholesome breakfast and lunch options, with vegan and gluten-friendly picks that actually taste good, plus a simple rewards program for regulars who know a good cup when they sip it.

From the Colchester newsletter, September 25, 2026

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Queen City Cat Lounge is the cozy fix for midweek blahs, with chill time among adoptable cats plus quirky events like Cat Yoga, Dungeons & Dragons, Meowditation, and Paint & Sips; browse the local makers market, decompress, maybe meet your new roommate this week.

From the Colchester newsletter, October 2, 2026

August First keeps Burlington happily caffeinated with all-day breakfast, flaky pastries, and bread that actually tastes like bread. This week, grab a griddled biscuit, the Day Maker sandwich, or a scone that understands the assignment, then call it lunch with salads and sandwiches.

From the Burlington newsletter, September 23, 2026