From coffee and baked goods to health-conscious sandwiches, salads, soups and bowls, this bakery-cafe is a perennial local favorite, recently winning 'Best Lunch' honors in Burlington's annual Seven Daysies competition. Fresh local produce and veggie-friendly options figure prominently on the menu.
August First Bakery & Cafe
Burlington
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