3 Best Restaurants in Wilmington, Southern Vermont

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We've compiled the best of the best in Wilmington - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

1a Coffee Roasters

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This specialty roaster has some of the best cold brew in the state. Mainly solar-powered, it received a sustainability grant from Oatly, and serves its iced drinks in sleek glass jars; pastries come from nearby Starfire Bakery. The owners are also partners in Valley Craft Ales, a brewery project transforming Wilmington's Old Red Mill Inn, complete with a taproom serving New Haven-style pizza. 
123 W Main St., Wilmington, VT, 05363, USA
802-265--0284
Known For
  • Solar-powered coffee roaster
  • Cold-brew coffee
  • Great outdoor patio
Restaurant Details
No dinner

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Dot's Restaurant

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Under a classic neon sign at the main corner in downtown Wilmington, Dot's remains a local landmark and a reminder of diners of yore. Residents and skiers pack the tables and counter for American comfort food classics, starting at 6 am with the Berry-Berry pancake breakfast, with four kinds of berries.

3 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT, 05363, USA
802-464–7284
Known For
  • Convivial community hangout
  • River-view seating
  • Dot's "jailhouse" chili
Restaurant Details
Closed Tues. and Wed.

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The Village Roost

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This bigger-on-the-inside café and lunch joint comes with ample space, especially in the barn-chic back room that serves resting travelers, gaming locals, and conferring coworkers. Keeping them oiled is a menu of organic, non-GMO, locally sourced sandwiches, burgers, soups, and salads.

20 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT, 05363, USA
802-464–3344
Known For
  • Large stone fireplace in the back
  • Quality coffee and tea
  • Hangout space
Restaurant Details
Closed Wed. No dinner.

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