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Sneakers Bistro & Cafe
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About
Features
CUISINES
American, Cafe, Contemporary
Meal types
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Highchairs Available
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Is this restaurant good for breakfast?
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 8:00 AM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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4.3
231 reviews
Excellent
122
Very good
72
Average
20
Poor
9
Terrible
8
snoozermoose
Boston193 contributions
May 2022 • couples
We had a lovely Monday brunch here during a recent anniversary weekend in Burlington. The vibes are fun, the food creative, and the service very friendly. We also liked that we were able to sit outside in downtown Winooski. We split the chicken and waffles and a side order of Kahlua French toast. The food didn't wow us but it was tasty and we left satisfied. My husband also got a chocolate milkshake for the road which unfortunately wasn't good (it tasted like cheap soft serve ice cream and Hershey's syrup). But overall we would come back.
Written August 14, 2022
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mdr91
Boston238 contributions
Oct 2023 • family
We were looking for a place for Sunday brunch and Sneakers was recommended. Looking at their website, I could see that they didn't take reservations, but did have an online waitlist. It was about 9:15 and we weren't plan on going to eat until 11ish. I decided to check out the online waitlist just so I could understand how the process worked. I was surprised that for a party of 4 the wait was already 2 hours! So I put our party on the waitlist which indicated we should show up at 11:15. We arrived around 11:10, checked in at the hostess stand (which is what the instructions tell you to do) and then waited another 25 minutes for a table. I think the wait would have been longer had we not checked in online, but we can't know for sure. We did run into friends who were just leaving when we arrived, and they had waited an hour (group of 6 who did not check in online). It is definitely a popular spot!
We were seated upstairs - I didn't even realize there was an upstairs . If you have any mobility issues, be sure to mention it to the hostess when you check in. In our party, we had the french toast, eggs benedict and breakfast burrito. The eggs benedict was a bit overcooked and not quite as good as some of the other reviews lead us to believe. Overall, our food was good to very good. Service was great. Friendly and prompt without feeling rushed. When we left around 12:45, there was no wait - so keep that in mind if you want to take a chance without signing up for the online waitlist.
Written October 29, 2023
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Julie O
85 contributions
Jun 2021 • couples
My husband and I have been to Sneakers many times over the past many years of living in Vermont.
We have always had incredibly delicious breakfasts at Sneakers but our most recent visit in early June was truly the best…our first indoor restaurant experience since March 2020 and the pandemic.
This special and long awaited breakfast included the most amazing and very calorie worthy kahlua French toast topped with Vt maple syrup along with my fav, eggs Benedict. My husband had pancakes, eggs, bacon, toast and potatoes…oh those potatoes were so perfect!
You may have to wait to get a table or booth or even a counter seat…it’s so worth the wait!
Written June 29, 2021
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Steven T
Harrisville470 contributions
Jul 2023 • family
I hate to write a mediocre review for a place that I genuinely like a lot but out last visit was only average. I ordered the breakfast sandwich special and it was pretty tasteless except for the red pepper mayo on it. The accompanying home fries were cut too large, were dry and had too much garlic powder (or some other dry spice) on them. Can’t be great all the time, I guess.
Written July 12, 2023
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larry
Lebanon3 contributions
Jul 2022 • couples
I had to try their chicken and waffles. It was accurately described and a little unusual, so my comments are purely subjective. Their version has the requisite waffle, which was very good, a nicely prepared boneless chicken breast, and sausage gravy, topped with two eggs. Like I said, I knew what I was getting into. I found it to be a little confusing. The usual salty chicken/ sweet syrup contrast was there, but muddled by the other two toppings. I could see it as a hangover cure gut buster breakfast, and I did finish the whole thing, but I would have preferred the traditional. I gave 5 stars because it was very well prepared, and you might love it. My wife’s Eggs Benedict lived up to their reputation—again very well prepared. “A” for effort on both, and for taking some risks.
Written July 8, 2022
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Jean C
Portsmouth14 contributions
Sep 2022 • family
What a gem! We ate breakfast here and everyone enjoyed their meals. Two had pancakes with real maple syrup accompaniment and a side of thick cut bacon. Another had the Sneakers eggs Benedict which has the addition of an artichoke pesto, truly a winner. The home fries were excellent too! Highly recommend.
Written September 18, 2022
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Kay Vee
45 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
Fantastic food, great variety, some unique items and some classics. So glad I followed recommendations to make a reservation, even for a Monday! We were seated outside (at our choice) and the service was very attentive, not a forgotten zone as sometimes happens. Our food and our coffees (Maple latte!!!!) were outstanding. We rolled out of their happy and angling when we can come back!
Written August 2, 2021
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David R
Montpelier59 contributions
Oct 2020 • friends
Hadn’t been for a couple years. Got tired of Montpelier venues for breakfast and drove to Winooski.
They have not lost a step. Everything was fantastic! I got the California Benedict (should have taken a picture, but it looked so good I dug right in and forgot) but I asked to substitute the Veggie Sausage for regular sausage. They actually cut the links lengthwise and flatten them out on the grill to fit better! Honestly the best breakfast I’ve had in a year or more.
My friend got the Cowboy Hash and said it was great!
We sat outside and the service was spotty, (would have appreciated a drink refill), but the food more than made up for it.
Written October 19, 2020
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Jennifer K
Goldsboro69 contributions
Sep 2021 • couples
Breakfast was amazing. There were four of us and we all enjoyed our meal. They offered a local coffee, Speeder and Earls, that was amazing. Service was friendly, prompt and accurate. They offer outdoor seating. We sat inside and the windows were open which brought in a nice breeze. This would definitely become a regular spot for us if we lived closer.
Written September 16, 2021
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Stephanie W
Newton171 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
Great service! Great food!!!! So glad that we found this restaurant. We will be back again. Maple latte delicious! Vegetarian hash was delicious.
Written December 7, 2024
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KP2328
8 contributions
Sep 2024 • family
Everything was delicious. Online waitlist was perfect. Food and service was amazing, our waitress and other staff were super friendly. The food was absolutely delicious!
Written September 22, 2024
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DMC_Montreal
1 contribution
May 2024 • family
Excellent.. Great Eggs Benedict, latte, coffre cake and super service. The waiter did not quite understand my husband's French accent and brought the wrong waffle. They said "NP! We will prepare the correct one for you to take home.. no charge!" And they gave us a pastry.
Written May 3, 2024
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Cooper
West Hartford46 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
Best eggs Benedict and they serve Coca Cola for the perfect breakfast experience. Friendly and efficient service.
Written August 27, 2023
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Fred
Key West49 contributions
Aug 2023 • friends
Was in Burlington area for a few days and looking for best places for breakfast. Sneakers was on our list and didn’t disappoint! Didn’t even know they added a second floor!
Written August 26, 2023
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Elodie
Paris2 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
Bad planed that you have to line on the way of the waiter.. He just shouts at us to in such a rude manner. We had no choice to leave this mornîg and won’t ever come again !
Written August 13, 2023
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