Juniper Bar and Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Burlington, VT, is a culinary gem that exceeds expectations. Patrons rave about the exceptional service, particularly noting the knowledge and friendliness of staff like Ari, who enhances the dining experience with his recommendations. The menu is a standout, featuring innovative dishes such as the highly praised lamb eggplant lasagna and the delicious cheesesteak sandwiches, which leave guests eager for more.
Many reviews highlight the delightful appetizers, including perfectly seasoned Brussels sprouts and a sprawling charcuterie board, ensuring there's something for everyone. Desserts also steal the spotlight; the honey pie and fresh blueberry sorbet receive high accolades for their unique flavors and freshness.
The ambiance is both trendy and warm, ideal for a luxurious evening out. While some guests find the lighting harsh, the stylish interior and outdoor seating overlooking Lake Champlain provide a lovely backdrop for any meal. Whether enjoying cocktails on the patio or indulging in scrumptious entrees, Juniper embodies the spirit of fine American dining, making it a must-visit in Burlington.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Juniper Bar and Restaurant
Ricardo/Tiffany Duran
Jun 17,2025
Came to this spot bc I looked up foodie spots in VT and so glad I did. Our server Ari was amazing. He knew the menu well and was very helpful. We had Brussels sprouts as an app and cheesesteak sandwiches. Soo delicious - we were so hungry we forgot to take pics. We don’t usually get dessert but Ari just made them sound so delicious we had to have them - yum! I got the honey pie, I wish I had another slice today. My daughter had fresh blueberry sorbet and my other daughter had fresh cookies which we waited for and she said it was worth the wait! Fresh and warm. For that wait Ari gave us chocolate truffles again yum! I took pics of the dessert.
Jeffrey Fontanilla
Jun 16,2025
I went to this place thinking that this would be on par with a 4.5 Google-rated restaurant. I was wrong, this place gets the full five stars from me. I loved, loved loved the lamb eggplant lasagna (order it if you know what's good for you)! To be honest even the sides were excellent, the Mac and Cheese had the perfect balance of pasta and cheese (not to creamy/cheesy) and the grilled zucchini was phenomenally seasoned. If you ever visit Burlington, please stop by and eat at Juniper.
X “hungrytommy” X
Jun 2,2025
At first, I wasn’t sure what to think about this small lobby restaurant in Hotel Vermont. But as I got deeper into the meal, I really enjoyed it. The Mai Tom cocktail made with both gin and rum was excellent. The charcuterie and cheese plate, which they kindly subbed out the blue cheese, was huge. There was so much meat on the plate we couldn’t finish it. Next we had the shrimp toast with fiddleheads. Both the toast and the fiddleheads were exceptional. Finally, for dessert, at the recommendation of our server we had the rhum cake. Not too boozy (good for some but I like boozy) and came served with an unusual, but awesome molasses caramel. Highly recommended! They have their own private label gin, a barrel selection of Tom Cat from Barr Hill. It’s very nice and a little more boozy than the Tom Cat you would buy at the liquor store. As I already told you, I like boozy. Our server was excellent to us and so was the bartender when I went back for one last round just before closing. The room is stylish, like the hotel. Well worth a try.
Ben Rich
May 28,2025
Enjoyed some delightful cocktails here. The bartender was super friendly, and I overheard her giving great advice to someone visiting the region for 10 days. I had a that 7 o’clock hour, and a whiskey sour, which were both concocted perfectly. My date and I sat on the outside patio where we could catch a glimpse of lake Champlain, and it was a lovely way to spend the afternoon.
Heather Sedgeman
May 11,2025
Out of all the high-end, pricier, fancy, restaurants we've been to in Burlington Juniper had the most trendy, hip, vibe. The atmosphere is classy but not dated. Always feels lively and warm. Fabulous drinks. Variety of interesting, not found everywhere in Burlington, foods that were so tasty (very upset we forgot our leftovers ). It's priced on par with other spendier restaurants in town. Not fond of their spotlight lighting, esp. over the tables. You can see from the photos the light is harsh. I know many like their food to be bright. I just find it unflattering and severe. Definitely coming here for our fancier/special nights out. Plus the deck bar in the summer is fabulous!
Tylar
Apr 17,2025
Stopped in during a work trip - so good! I actually got the steak for take out - which sounds wild but it was fabulous even once I got back to my room :) cooked to temp, & the broccolini perfectly charred. Also the staff is so helpful - I forgot to grab my receipt for an expense and they scanned it on over to me once I got back home to Pittsburgh. (Thanks guys!!) Also the lighting in here is so chic.
My Project Concierge LLC
Apr 7,2025
Say hi to Khalani for me. Best server! Experience the outside patio weather permitting. Great vibe! Always good service.
Jenah Bosch
Mar 18,2025
Regretfully, we did not get a chance to enjoy dinner at Juniper while we stayed at Hotel VT, but we did make it in for brunch! Started off with espresso and the Cafe Jalisco (a tequila based espresso cocktail), both which were excellent. I enjoyed their mushroom tartine and my husband enjoyed the hash. Both were wonderful! Service was friendly and efficient. The restaurant was cozy with a style that is both earthy and modern minimalist. I have also enjoyed a couple rounds of cocktails at the bar on a work trip and certainly recommend their drinks to folks who enjoy a carefully crafted cocktail!
Reviews For Juniper Bar and Restaurant