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Looking for a place to chow down on a limited budget? Here’s a list of affordable restaurants in and around Burlington. There’s nothing high-end here — just good grub and lots of it.
Parents in town? See "Tastes Good: Off-Campus Meal Plans" for Food Editor Suzanne Podhaizer’s pricier suggestions.
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Unwinders
- 831 College Parkway, Colchester, VT, 05446
- 802-654-8080
Perched on the edge of St.. Michael’s College, this joint offers Big Buck Hunter, blazin’ hot wings and pull-off lotto tickets.? Take-Out.
Vermont Pub & Brewery
- 144 College Street, Burlington, VT, 05401
- 802-865-0500
- http://www.vermontbrewery.com/
VPB’s sandwiches and brewhouse fries are damn near unmatched. Of age? Get the Irish Red Ale.? Take-Out.
Vermont Sandwich Company
- 150 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT, 05403
- 802-660-8872
This local sandwich chain comes up with some interesting combos. Try the popular “Patriot,” with turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Delivery, Take-Out & College Cash Cards accepted.
Vermont Sandwich Company - Burlington
- 2 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT, 05401
- 802-951-1652
This local sandwich chain comes up with some interesting combos. Try the popular “Patriot,” with turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Delivery, Take-Out & College Cash Cards accepted.
Viva Espresso
- 197 North Winooski Avenue, Burlington, VT, 05401
- 802-660-8482
This coffeeshop is all-Vermont, down to the organic whipped cream. Try the Viva Mocha.? Get it to go if you don’t like kids. Locals call this place “the mama café.” Take-Out.
Waf's West Side Deli
- 165 East Allen Street, Winooski, VT, 05404
- 802-655-0290
A favorite hangout of many SMCers. Grab a sandwich and a tasty beverage and shoot a round of pool. Take-Out & College Cash Cards accepted.
Wings Over Burlington
- 150 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT, 05403
- 802-863-9464
The wings — made with fresh chicken — come in 22 flavors, from “wimpy” to “afterburner” to the best-selling “honey BBQ.” There are wraps, ribs and sandwiches, too. Delivery, Take-Out and College Cash Cards accepted.