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Burlington Nightlife, Vermont

Area-wise Burlington is quite a small city, however, this does not take away anything from its significance as a nightspot and it has to be admitted that with its nightclubs, dance and music venues, eateries, pubs and bars, Burlington VT has a fulfilling nightlife.

Burlington Nightlife – Know about the Eateries

Foodies will instantly fall in love with Burlington nightlife as the eateries offer many choices for the guests and it is up to you to choose your platter. You can go for simple fare or try to be a little adventurous with your selection of food. Café Shelburne is famous for its French cuisine and Trattoria Delia offers you fabulous Italian food. Silver Palace and Single Pebble are well-known for their authentic Chinese cooking.

Tasting local cuisine will be a good option for you, the best choice will be the Taste of Burlington restaurant that serves mouth-watering American vegetarian/non vegetarian dishes like spinach and wild mushroom strudel and honey, and coriander glazed salmon. Try first-class American spread like baked grouper with lobster dumplings and some ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach at the Butler's Restaurant. Pauline's Café serves savory American dishes like crab-cakes and lemon-herb-crusted rack of lamb.

Burlington Nightlife – Nightclubs, Pubs and Bars

Visit the area nightclubs like Club Metronome, Nectar’s Nightlife, Millenium Nightclub, 135 Pearl, The Higher Ground and Waiting Room to immerse yourself fully into the delights of Burlington nightlife. Most of the Burlington nightclubs offer alcoholic drinks and have live music arrangements; in fact, DJ music is available in some clubs like Club Metronome, Millennium Nightclub and in Waiting Room and you can dance to exhaustion. A few nightclubs even serve food, though it is mostly appetizers.

Burlington also has pubs and breweries like Halvorson's, Ri-Ra and Vermont Pub and Brewery. (Vermont Pub and Brewery is, in fact, the state's first brewpub and a great tourist-attraction)

Beside these, Breakwater Café & Grill, Red Square Bar and Grill, Wine Works and quite a few area restaurants offer a good selection of wines.

Burlington Nightlife – Music Venues

Speaking of Burlington music scenario, we must say there is no dearth of musical talent in the city and this enthusiasm is met with equal appreciation. Apart from the nightclubs, night-long concerts are held at venues like Flynn Theaters, Ira Allen Chapel and 242 Main, where live rock, blues and jazz bands play to audiences.

The best thing about Burlington nightlife is that you are sure to find a nearby parking place no matter where your whim takes you during your Burlington-stay.

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