Guidebook for Dummerston
Food Scene
A range of dining options that include simple fare, International specialities, and fine dining.
Make a reservation.
Memorable, high end, inspired, delicious and beautiful food.
Located in a restored 1925 Worcester Dining Car, T.J. Buckley’s serves local, organic, seasonal food cooked to perfection by Chef-Owner Michael Fuller (see him in action here, on “The Big Cheese”). Boston’s Chronicle television show calls Fuller’s cooking “brimming with tempting delights!” and lauds his foraging skills, highlighting his diverse selection of local mushrooms. The open kitchen and vintage decor might evoke the quintessential experience of dining in a quaint Vermont town. ~ Full disclosure: I make the desserts for this restaurant.
49 locals recommend
T. J. Buckley's
132 Elliot StMake a reservation.
Memorable, high end, inspired, delicious and beautiful food.
Located in a restored 1925 Worcester Dining Car, T.J. Buckley’s serves local, organic, seasonal food cooked to perfection by Chef-Owner Michael Fuller (see him in action here, on “The Big Cheese”). Boston’s Chronicle television show calls Fuller’s cooking “brimming with tempting delights!” and lauds his foraging skills, highlighting his diverse selection of local mushrooms. The open kitchen and vintage decor might evoke the quintessential experience of dining in a quaint Vermont town. ~ Full disclosure: I make the desserts for this restaurant.
Funky, inspired coffee shop. Get your Joe here, you will likely love every sip and go back for more.
36 locals recommend
Mocha Joe's Cafe
82 Main StFunky, inspired coffee shop. Get your Joe here, you will likely love every sip and go back for more.
Vegan, ultra healthy, and tasty foods, including meals, smoothies, and desserts. Located in a sweet spot overlooking the Whetstone Brook.
28 locals recommend
Superfresh! Organic Cafe
30 Main StVegan, ultra healthy, and tasty foods, including meals, smoothies, and desserts. Located in a sweet spot overlooking the Whetstone Brook.
Because it is delightful. Great food, bustling atmosphere, European style cuisine and consistently delicious. Adjacent to a phenomenal CHOCOLATE shop! I've heard Brunch is amazing. Check it out!
37 locals recommend
The Restaurant at Burdick's
47 Main StBecause it is delightful. Great food, bustling atmosphere, European style cuisine and consistently delicious. Adjacent to a phenomenal CHOCOLATE shop! I've heard Brunch is amazing. Check it out!
Awesome Food Truck!!! South Indian Soul Food at it's finest. Located at the Winston Prouty Center at the Austine Campus. Nash and Leda, the owners, are wonderful folks who pour their heart and soul into their food. Check their hours before going!
Dosa Kitchen
209 Farmhouse SqAwesome Food Truck!!! South Indian Soul Food at it's finest. Located at the Winston Prouty Center at the Austine Campus. Nash and Leda, the owners, are wonderful folks who pour their heart and soul into their food. Check their hours before going!
Lunch is the go-to for Amy's Bakery. Funky, and frequented.
53 locals recommend
Amy's Bakery Arts Cafe
113 Main StLunch is the go-to for Amy's Bakery. Funky, and frequented.
Tito's Taqueria
898 Putney RdFood Truck. Popular, budget friendly, and a quick grab to go.
One of the larger restaurants in town with a full menu, full bar, and views of the Connecticut River.
116 locals recommend
Whetstone Station Restaurant and Brewery
36 Bridge StOne of the larger restaurants in town with a full menu, full bar, and views of the Connecticut River.
The Co-op is kinda like a small version of a Whole Foods Market. There is everything you would need for grocery shopping but there is also a good deli take out selection and a cafe where you can sit and enjoy a quick bite to eat.
102 locals recommend
Brattleboro Food Co-Op
2 Main StThe Co-op is kinda like a small version of a Whole Foods Market. There is everything you would need for grocery shopping but there is also a good deli take out selection and a cafe where you can sit and enjoy a quick bite to eat.
A little spot with a family touch. Excellent fish & chips, and creative options on the inspiration of the day. Got a sweet tooth? You can also find some delicious treats here if there are any leftover!
11 locals recommend
Elliot Street Fish, Chips & More
50 Elliot StA little spot with a family touch. Excellent fish & chips, and creative options on the inspiration of the day. Got a sweet tooth? You can also find some delicious treats here if there are any leftover!
Korean food made by a long time local, Mrs. Kim. The place is funky, and you can get a delicious serving of Shu-Mai, Bee Bim Bop, Cold Noodle Salad or another wonderful item from the menu.
14 locals recommend
Shin-La Restaurant & Sushi Bar
57 Main StKorean food made by a long time local, Mrs. Kim. The place is funky, and you can get a delicious serving of Shu-Mai, Bee Bim Bop, Cold Noodle Salad or another wonderful item from the menu.
The Marina
28 Spring Tree RdBrattleboro Village Pizza
1155 Putney RdTownshend Dam Diner
5929 VT-30Panasian Chinese & Japanese Restaurant
766 Putney RdEntertainment & Activities
Old theater showing films and presenting arts events. A wonder of olden times and a great getaway.
60 locals recommend
Latchis Theatre
50 Main StOld theater showing films and presenting arts events. A wonder of olden times and a great getaway.
Solinglass
485 W River RdGlass blowing.
If desired, you can set afloat directly from their dock onto the convergence area of the Connecticut and West Rivers. Generally those waters are calm and lovely to explore.
22 locals recommend
Vermont Canoe Touring Center
451 Putney RdIf desired, you can set afloat directly from their dock onto the convergence area of the Connecticut and West Rivers. Generally those waters are calm and lovely to explore.
New England Youth Theatre
100 Flat StRetreat Farm
45 Farmhouse SqBrattleboro Bowl
865 Putney RdThe Clark Art Institute
225 South StBrattleboro Country Club
58 Senator Gannett DriveGolfing
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
281 Greenfield RdHarriman Reservoir
Fishing
Brattleboro North KOA Journey
1238 U.S. 5Mini golf
Brattleboro
Harlows Sugar House
556 Bellows Falls RdShelburne Farms
1611 Harbor RoadGreen River Covered Bridge
Stage RoadSwimming
Putney Farmers' Market
7 Carol Brown WaySimon Pearce Flagship Store, Restaurant, Bar + Glassblowing Workshop
1760 Quechee Main StreetSouthern Vermont Natural History Museum
Naulakha
481 Kipling RdWares Grove Beach
Next Stage Arts Project
15 Kimball HillThe Original Newfane Flea Market
788 VT-30Drinks & Nightlife
Nice bar, food, view of the Connecticut River, and live music.
116 locals recommend
Whetstone Station Restaurant and Brewery
36 Bridge StNice bar, food, view of the Connecticut River, and live music.
The Marina
28 Spring Tree RdArts & Culture
Unusual small town museum with inspiring works and history of shows by Andy Warhol, and Wolf Kahn. Housed in the old train station with stunning spacious architecture, and a room dedicated to the old Estey Organ Company.
53 locals recommend
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center
10 Vernon StUnusual small town museum with inspiring works and history of shows by Andy Warhol, and Wolf Kahn. Housed in the old train station with stunning spacious architecture, and a room dedicated to the old Estey Organ Company.
Naulakha
481 Kipling RdRudyard Kipling's Estate~where he wrote The Jungle Book
Mitchell • Giddings Fine Arts
181-183 Main StThe Clark Art Institute
225 South StMass MoCA Way
Mass MoCA WayContemporary Art
118 Elliot St
118 Elliot StreetNext Stage Arts Project
15 Kimball HillSouthern Vermont Natural History Museum
Essentials
Like a scaled down version of Whole Foods...it's all here, including a good deli for take out or eat in the cafe.
102 locals recommend
Brattleboro Food Co-Op
2 Main StLike a scaled down version of Whole Foods...it's all here, including a good deli for take out or eat in the cafe.
Hannaford Supermarket
896 Putney RdStaples
259 2Everything you need for office supplies.
Walgreens
476 Canal StreetPrescription medication, general health care.
Brattleboro Savings & Loan
221 Main StreetPutney Food Co-op
8 Carol Brown WayDiscount Beverage
157 Marlboro RoadParks & Nature
Retreat Farm
45 Farmhouse SqPetting Farm. If you love animals, go here. I love this place.
Hiking trails, nature classes and events, and all around honorable contributions towards taking care of the natural world.
Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center
1221 Bonnyvale RdHiking trails, nature classes and events, and all around honorable contributions towards taking care of the natural world.
West River Trail
West River TrailLong trail that meanders along the snaking West River.
Wantastiquet Mountain Natural Area
244 Mountain RdExcellent hiking trails.
Mount Pisgah
Extensive hiking trails, and swimming.
A magical place where locals go to muse about and toss their wishes into the cascading waterfalls. Tis a healing place. Find a leaf, make a wish, and send it afloat.
Stickney Brook
A magical place where locals go to muse about and toss their wishes into the cascading waterfalls. Tis a healing place. Find a leaf, make a wish, and send it afloat.
Built by the patients of the Brattleboro Retreat, this tower is sometimes open for climbing the spiral walk to the top where long ago patients would fling themselves off to their demise. It is spooky, and the crowning top has a beautiful view of the neighboring region.
13 locals recommend
Retreat Tower
Reservoir LoopBuilt by the patients of the Brattleboro Retreat, this tower is sometimes open for climbing the spiral walk to the top where long ago patients would fling themselves off to their demise. It is spooky, and the crowning top has a beautiful view of the neighboring region.
Peaceful place. Picnic on the grass. No swimming allowed but kayaking is nice with the loons.
Sunset Lake
Peaceful place. Picnic on the grass. No swimming allowed but kayaking is nice with the loons.
Wares Grove Beach
Shopping
A thrift store with a mission that support a volunteer hospice organization. Pulsing with heart, sweat and tears, these folks work endlessly and offer a plethora of items.
10 locals recommend
Experienced Goods Thrift Store
80 Flat StA thrift store with a mission that support a volunteer hospice organization. Pulsing with heart, sweat and tears, these folks work endlessly and offer a plethora of items.
Antique, thrifty store. Loads of stuff here...could spend hours milling about and discover some treasures.
19 locals recommend
Twice Upon A Time Antiques
63 Main StAntique, thrifty store. Loads of stuff here...could spend hours milling about and discover some treasures.
FABRICS! An extraordinary store founded by a gifted artist...filled with reams of gorgeous textiles and hand lingering textures. Plus, unusual buttons, jewelry and trinkets. A gem.
Delectable Mountain Cloth
125 Main StFABRICS! An extraordinary store founded by a gifted artist...filled with reams of gorgeous textiles and hand lingering textures. Plus, unusual buttons, jewelry and trinkets. A gem.
Vermont's oldest and largest farmers' market. A great place to spend the day or stop by for lunch. Lots of character with over 50 vendors nestled into a circular community with picnic tables and the river running close by.
51 locals recommend
Brattleboro Farmers Market
570 Western AveVermont's oldest and largest farmers' market. A great place to spend the day or stop by for lunch. Lots of character with over 50 vendors nestled into a circular community with picnic tables and the river running close by.
Vermont Artisan Designs
106 Main StWalker Farm
1190 US-5Dutton Berry Farmstand
Marlboro RoadWild Carrot Farm
118 Upper Dummerston RdHalladay's Flowers & Company Store
59 The SquareLilac Ridge Farm
264 Ames Hill RdThe Vermont Country Store Rockingham
1292 Rockingham Rd