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The Essex Vermont's Culinary Resort and Spa
The Essex Vermont's Culinary Resort and Spa
70 Essex Way, Essex (Burlington), VT 05452
Tel (802) 878-1100 / Fax (802) 878-0063
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Delicious Dining Options Among Burlington Vermont Restaurants

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Situated in the stunning Champlain Valley, The Essex showcases intimate luxury, warm hospitality, and the most mouthwatering dining options among Vermont restaurants. Home to the highly acclaimed New England Culinary Institute, our three restaurants have built a reputation for exceptional cuisine. The student chefs of tomorrow prepare exciting, cutting-edge cuisine under the guidance of expert teachers. Savor the gourmet taste of fresh, local cuisine and a hearty helping of breathtaking local scenery - unequaled by other Burlington restaurants. Feast on a full menu of dining choices, including:

Delicious Dining Options Among Burlington Vermont Restaurants
  • Vermont's Culinary Theater, an intimate venue for our interactive "Chef's Kitchen" which features customized dining for private dinner parties of two to 10
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  • Butler's Restaurant, the most formal of our dining rooms, offering new interpretations of classic cooking in a warm, elegant setting
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  • The Tavern, a relaxed dining area featuring casual American fare and daily specials after 2 p.m., with occasional live entertainment
  • In-Room Dining, for private in-room dining, available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily

 

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The Most Delectable Of Burlington Restaurants

Savor an unrivaled Burlington Vermont dining experience at our elegant Butler's Restaurant. Relish a variety of fresh, local ingredients creatively prepared to perfection, and professionally presented by our inspired Chef Instructors. Imagine delicate white mushroom and truffle soup ... followed by rich grilled double lamb chops with lamb shank Shepard's pie. Designed to delight the palate, Butler's stands out among Burlington restaurants, with appetizing menu options that include:

The Most Delectable Of Burlington Restaurants
  • Pan-roasted duck breast, with raspberry vinegar gastrique, salsify, and mushroom ragout
  • Seared beef tenderloin, with foie gras emulsion and scallion mashed potatoes
  • Pave of sole and salmon, with ginger beurre blac and sautéed spinach
  • Seared sea scallops, with ginger puree, orange, and cumin broth
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As the distinguished home of the New England Culinary Institute, The Essex has set a delicious new standard for Burlington Vermont restaurants - serving up warm hospitality just for you. Discover the perfect blend of stately old-world charm and contemporary four-diamond luxury in an exquisite setting.
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