Burlington Knows How to Brunch

If there’s one thing Burlington knows, it’s how to serve up a stellar brunch. Whether you’re a sweet tooth, a savory soul, or just in it for the bottomless coffee, we’ve got a round-up that’ll have your weekend plans booked solid (and your plate piled high).

These local spots aren’t just flipping pancakes—they’re rolling out handmade buns, crafting Cuban comfort food, and even shaking up guava mimosas. So grab your crew and charge your phone (because the camera eats first). Here's your go-to guide for Burlington brunch —local, fresh, and totally drool-worthy.

August First

Downtown | 149 S Champlain St
Open every day 7:30am–3pm

Buns, biscuits, and berry jam—August First gets brunch right. This cozy café is housed in a converted mechanics garage, and everything is made from scratch—like, everything. Their famous Maple Biscuits are a love letter to Vermont, made with Gillilan Family Maple and served with their own maple butter and jam made with berries from Adam's Berry Farm. Their go-to order? The Daymaker sandwich with a farm egg on a fluffy house-made brioche. Honestly, it does what it says: makes. your. day.

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Deep City

Waterfront | 112 Lake St
Thurs–Mon 8am–2pm (walk-ins only)

The lakefront brunch spot of your dreams. From the team behind Foam Brewers and acclaimed Chef Charles Reeves (of Penny Cluse fame), Deep City dishes up classic favorites with creative twists, always made with local ingredients. One of GM Anastasia’s go-tos? The Rock & Bowl: eggs your way over coconut rice, spinach, escabeche veggies, rocket sauce, and a roasted sesame seaweed shake.

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Haymaker Bun Co.

South End | 266 Pine St, Suite 117
Everyday 8am–3pm

Calling all bun-lovers—Haymaker is a South End gem where seasons inspire menus, and carbs reign supreme. Plus, they just dropped a new menu. Think: shaken iced coffees and matchas, zippy salads, and seriously good lunch bites. GM Chloe swears by the egg sandwich with house sausage, Cabot cheddar, and two eggs on a meat bun. Pro tip: mention this blog and show it off to get a free hot or iced drip coffee. Coffee + buns = brunch bliss.

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Henry’s Diner

Downtown | 155 Bank St
Everyday 6am–2pm

OG alert! Henry’s has been holding it down since 1925. Step into this retro diner for house-made hash, Greek specialties, and all the classic breakfast plates your heart (and hangover) could desire. Customer fav? The Hungry Henry... three eggs, meat, pancake or French toast, home fries, AND your choice of toast, muffin, or biscuit. Run don't walk.

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Santiago’s

Waterfront | 3 Main St, Suite 100
Wed & Thurs 5-9pm, Fri & Sat 5-10pm | Brunch Hours: Sat & Sun 10am–2pm

Cuban soul, Vermont heart. Santiago’s mixes tradition and local ingredients into a brunch experience you won’t forget. Don’t sleep on Alina’s Frenchie Toast or the flavor-packed Ropa Vieja and Eggs. And if you’re feeling tropical, their guava, mango, and passionfruit mimosas are calling. Oh—and say you saw them in this blog for a free pastelito!

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The Friendly Toast

Downtown | 86 St. Paul St
Mon–Fri 7:30am–2:30pm, Sat & Sun 7:30am–4pm

This place is pure brunch FUN. Retro vibes, funky decor, and an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink kind of menu. Their new Gochujang Fried Chicken Sandwich is a spicy-sweet masterpiece, and yes, all the syrup here is the real Vermont deal. Come hungry and ready to smile.

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The Gryphon

Downtown | 131 Main St
Open Fri-Sun 12-9pm | Sun Brunch 10am–2pm

Old-school charm meets Benedict bliss. For over a decade, The Gryphon has been the Sunday brunch spot. Come early for a dreamy Eggs Benedict and a Lavender 75—or roll in later for their award-winning chowder and a cold pint. Think vintage bistro vibes with just the right amount of class.

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The Spot

Downtown | 210 Shelburne Rd
Everyday 8am–2:30pm

Surfer vibes in Vermont? Yup. The Spot brings beach energy to your brunch game with The Rincon—a burrito stuffed with eggs, avo, black beans, salsa, and more. Pair it with a Green Smoothie and you’re ready to conquer the day. Mention the blog for a free coffee with your meal!

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