8 Farm-To-Table Restaurants Across Vermont Offering Locally Sourced Dining
Freshly picked vegetables, pasture-raised meats, and artisan cheeses define the dining landscape in Vermont. Across the state, chefs work directly with farmers and producers to build menus that shift with the seasons and highlight the best of the region’s harvest.
The result is a dining experience that emphasizes freshness, sustainability, and a strong connection between the table and the land. These eight restaurants embody the farm-to-table spirit, each offering meals that reflect Vermont’s deep agricultural roots and commitment to local food.
1. Shelburne Farms Inn Restaurant – Shelburne, VT
Magnificent lake views complement the extraordinary dining experience at this historic inn set on a 1,400-acre working farm. Chefs craft elegant dishes using ingredients harvested just steps from the kitchen, including their award-winning farmstead cheddar.
The grand dining room occupies what was once the 19th-century Webb family home. Gardens surrounding the property provide herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers that adorn each thoughtfully prepared plate.
2. Michael’s On The Hill – Woodstock Area, VT
European techniques meet Vermont ingredients at this charming converted farmhouse overlooking the Green Mountains. Swiss-trained Chef Michael crafts sophisticated yet approachable cuisine highlighting partnerships with over 30 local producers.
The restaurant’s warm ambiance comes from candlelit tables and picture windows framing spectacular rural vistas. Seasonal tasting menus tell the story of Vermont’s agricultural landscape through carefully sequenced courses that celebrate regional bounty.
3. Hen Of The Wood – Burlington, VT
Housed in a former grist mill beside a tumbling waterfall, the original Waterbury location captivated diners so completely that a second outpost opened in Burlington. James Beard-nominated chefs transform humble ingredients into extraordinary dishes.
The restaurant pioneered Vermont’s modern farm-to-table movement with its dedication to whole-animal butchery and relationships with small producers. Rustic wood interiors, exposed brick, and an open kitchen create an atmosphere that’s simultaneously sophisticated and down-to-earth.
4. Farmhouse Tap & Grill – Burlington, VT
What began as a McDonald’s transformation became Burlington’s beloved gastropub celebrating Vermont’s agricultural heritage. Beyond their famous grass-fed burgers, the kitchen crafts everything from house-cured charcuterie to seasonal vegetable dishes showcasing local farms.
The warm interior features reclaimed barn wood and vintage photographs of Vermont farmland. Their impressive beer program highlights the state’s world-class brewing scene with dozens of local options perfectly paired with the farm-fresh menu.
5. Cloudland Farm (On-Farm Restaurant) – North Pomfret, VT
True farm-to-fork dining doesn’t get more authentic than eating in a timber-framed dining room on the very land where your meal was raised. Cloudland’s menu changes twice weekly based on what’s prime for harvesting.
The restaurant raises its own Black Angus beef and heritage pork. Diners gaze through wall-sized windows at grazing animals and vegetable gardens that supply their dinner plates. The rustic yet refined setting perfectly complements the honest, unfussy cooking style.
6. Barrows House – Dorset, VT
Historic charm meets contemporary cuisine at this 1803 inn nestled in picturesque Dorset. The restaurant’s greenhouse and gardens supply much of the produce during Vermont’s growing season, while relationships with nearby farms fill any gaps.
Stone fireplaces and wide-plank floors create a cozy backdrop for seasonal menus that might feature maple-glazed pork belly or hand-gathered mushroom risotto. The sprawling property includes outdoor dining spaces where guests enjoy mountain views alongside their locally-sourced meals.
7. The Weston’s Left Bank – Weston, VT
Tucked inside the recently revitalized Weston hotel, Left Bank brings Parisian bistro sensibilities to rural Vermont. The kitchen maintains relationships with over two dozen local farms, creating French-inspired dishes with distinctly Vermont character.
The intimate dining room balances rustic elements with refined touches – think linen tablecloths beneath exposed beams. Seasonal highlights include foraged mushroom tarts and maple-lacquered duck from nearby farms, all paired with boutique wines and Vermont craft cocktails.
8. SoLo Farm & Table – South Londonderry, VT
Nestled in a restored 1790s farmhouse, SoLo Farm & Table transforms seasonal harvests into artistic culinary creations. The husband-and-wife team sources ingredients from their own garden and neighboring farms.
Their ever-changing menu celebrates Vermont’s agricultural rhythm, from spring ramps to fall squash. The intimate dining room features original wood beams and handcrafted tables that enhance the farm-fresh experience.
