Burlington Bay

The store was very close to our hotel and was still open beyond 8pm. They had a good collection of hard liquor brands and wine. They also had regular sodas, snacks and quick bites. The deli was closed already, for the night. I bought small sparkling wine bottle, a coke zero, a smart water, cheese ill-it and cookie from the store. The prices were decent as I was surprised the total purchase amount was much lower than what I was expecting. The checkout was easy, the clerk was friendly. The store has both indoor and outdoor seating areas. People use the outdoor seats to watch sunset at the lake.

This is a convenient and well stocked market with a beautiful location and scenic deck. The grill menu has a nice variety of sandwiches at reasonable prices. However, I recommend avoiding the Southwest Chicken Avocado Sandwich, which had a very narrow chicken breast that was only half as wide as the bun. But the chicken was thick and not cooked right -- too tough and chewy to eat. The staff was very gracious letting me swap it for a cheeseburger.

You can stop here for some ice cream with a view! It’s right by the water. We got the black raspberry and maple creemee. It’s very creamy but a little grainy, probably from the berries. Cute little spot!

Fish tacos and grilled fish were superb. This place was great for lunch. Recommended!

Casual atmosphere, nice staff, decent food but quite heavy on the grease and mayo. Conveniently there is a liquor store inside as well.

Great location by the water, to grab a quick bite before our trip on a sailboat. Food was tasty, though lobster roll was $41 so I passed on that. The Reuben was a great 2nd choice. Fries were not very crunchy.

The maple and black raspberry creemee is one of my faves. So delicious! And generous portions too!

Great fish tacos! Finally someone makes them without frying them. The view is incredible and the staff is great, I could tell they actually liked working there!

We came here for quick bite and to watch the sunset. Food was decent and service was ok Great view of Lake Champlain.

My wife and I ended up having an unplanned dinner date and decided to top off the evening with something sweet. We stopped by Burlington Bay Market & Cafe, and we are glad we did. The Salted Caramel Sundae I ordered was absolutely delicious, perfectly balanced between rich, creamy, and just the right touch of salt to bring out the flavor. It was the kind of dessert that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate it. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and even though we just popped in for dessert, they treated us with care and kindness. You can tell they take pride in what they do. The ambiance was just what we needed, laid-back and inviting, with stunning views of the lake right outside. The weather was beautiful that evening, and enjoying dessert by the water made the moment feel even more special. Burlington really showed off for us that night. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy a peaceful, scenic spot with quality treats and great service. We'll definitely be back

Heard this was the best maple creemee in Burlington. Thick, perfectly flavored, good size, good price. Loved it. 10/10 We vlogged this too- Hailey and Kiki on youtube!

The store was very close to our hotel and was still open beyond 8pm. They had a good collection of hard liquor brands and wine. They also had regular sodas, snacks and quick bites. The deli was closed already, for the night. I bought small sparkling wine bottle, a coke zero, a smart water, cheese ill-it and cookie from the store. The prices were decent as I was surprised the total purchase amount was much lower than what I was expecting. The checkout was easy, the clerk was friendly. The store has both indoor and outdoor seating areas. People use the outdoor seats to watch sunset at the lake.

Excellent spot for a quick bite by the water. I got a Cajun sandwich with fries for a reasonable price after walking by the water, and it was quite good. We got cremees too for our taste of the Vermont specialty.

Simple menu, nothing special. Nice views and you can sit outside. Service is ok. Plus is you can get a creamee and look at the lake! Small but decently stocked liquor store.

Stopped in for ice cream after our bike ride. The mixed maple and black raspberry creeme was just what I needed to cool me down. Quick service selling ice cream out the sliding window. Line can get really long.

Had to get a creemee when I was visiting Burlington for the weekend! Burlington bay market has a solid one. They have some really nice outdoor seating overlooking the water. I think what sets them apart is that they have a black raspberry flavor in addition to the usual vanilla and maple. It did melt really fast though. 10$ for 2 regular sized. Can't really go wrong. Delicious.

I am surprised I haven't done a review for this place yet but I have gone through a lot of changes the past couple of months so finally getting around to doing it. Going to keep it sweet and simple (which essentially describes this place). I was lucky enough to be treated to ice cream at this place by some kind strangers I had been dining next to at another restaurant nearby. We got to talking and one thing led to another (super nice older couple) and they said, "We have to take you to this place that has excellent creemes." I had no clue what a cremee was but it sure as heck did not disappoint. Given the long line that had formed outside the pickup window, I understood why this place's popularity. I am super picky about ice cream, but this creeme tasted so good. It literally was smooth and creamy. I added chocolate sprinkles to mine, because why not? They have other flavors but I stuck to plain vanilla. Maple ice cream I did not know was a thing until moving to Vermont. I ended going back a second time when family came to visit. They also have a market inside and offer hot food as well that you order at the counter and pick up at the counter. Seating is offered indoors and outdoors but I don't think they have table service. More like self serve. Anyhow, I wish it was closer to Saint Albans because Burlington is about 30-40minutes away from where I am, but I highly recommend it. If I go back a 3rd time, I would try the food. I bet it is great!

Sorry to say the "Creemee" was among the worst I ever heard. Off balance and excessively sweet, in the end I had this feel of something akin to shortening in my mouth due to the grease, not fat, content. The staffers were all awesome and did a a great job dishing out this goop, but I conclude with I cannot recommend and will never go again. This place gives Vermont and its authentic creemies a really bad name. !

Had a sick dog a few weeks ago. They were so kind to make him plain chicken cutlets for bland dinners for a few nights and cut me a deal too. He's feeling better and the chicken and food were great. The compassionate employees were excellent. Thank you!

maybe the savory food or soft serve is good but the hard scoop certainly is not! incredibly busy and very touristy. the ice cream tastes cheap and flavors really aren't great. their strawberry sundae was especially disappointing and fake tasting

Two words--Maple Creemee!! It was our first one while in Vermont. Loved the flavor. Service friendly and fast. Pricing not so bad either. Loved the outdoor seating that gave us a perfect view of Lake Champlain.

Needed a quick lunch option and saw that you can make an order on line for pick up here at the Burlington Bay Market & Cafe. It's located right on lake Champlain so it's a gorgeous view. I just ordered a Turkey club. It was ready when I arrived. The have beverages and some grocery store items much like a 7-11. After I picked up my sandwich I noticed they had a small seating area so I decided to eat there. It was a nice view of the lake. It was clean inside and the prices were also much like a 7-11. Good place to grab lunch or some odds and ends if you are in the area.

Great location looking over the water, but it's run by what seem like distracted, college kids looking at their phones more than being ready to offer assistance. Waited for service at coffee bar while kid was looking at phone, ordered drink when he looked up, and when kid saw I didn't tip, he gave attitude to a follow up question. Great for grabbing a cremee and hanging by water, but not super impressed with service.

the food is good,the drink is good and the dang cremees were to die for, you must go there

Such a beautiful location overlooking the lake!! My mom, sister, and I came here on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon and it was such a low key, casual vibe. Inside is the market and cafe. It's kind of small and can get crowded, but thankfully at the time we went it seemed a little after the lunch rush so we were able to place our order right away. Once you've ordered they give you a number for your table and then bring the food out to you when it's ready. Getting a table outside can be tricky on a nice day but if you're patient and you wait around a bit, they open up! You just have to be on top of it!! We were able to find a table and the view was stunning. Such a nice way to enjoy a quick, casual lunch. I ordered the chicken wrap~ pretty basic but really good. I enjoyed it! We also ordered fries to share and they were the good kind of fries where they were nice and crunchy! Finally, we had to finish our lunch with a little creemee dessert! I ordered the maple / black raspberry swirl and it was so yummy. Highly recommend!! The line for the ice cream can get especially long on nice days but it's worth it! Will definitely be coming back!

The food and service was amazing I loved the sandwich and the ice cream was amazing! I recommend the maple creamie!

Good flavors, a little bit expensive for the sizes. Good amount of flavors of soft serve. Fast service. Decent views of the lake, outdoor seating. 8.4/10 *this is a review of just the soft serve part of the menu. There is indoor seating and cafe type food inside that this is not referring to*

Very convenient and quick, but fresh made sandwiches and burgers with a great dining patio overlooking the lake. It's not what I'd call cheap, though. Kind of a rest stop market with cold drinks and pre packaged snacks. Plenty of beers and wine, and lighter food too. There is also a walkup window for soft ice cream

Three stars for location and a sweet view of the bay. That's the main reason I have returned to this spot each time I pass through Burlington. I do like that there are a good amount of options to choose from, between grab-n-go snacks and salads, ice cream, and prepared meals. The food is basic, nothing to write home about. This is in a very touristy area so it is conveniently placed but also more expensive than it's worth. I got the Grilled Chicken Club Wrap and found it to be bland and dry (even with the garlic mayo). Not very flavorful in my opinion. It's a pretty small wrap and probably could've used twice the amount of chicken that was included. However, while it's nothing fancy, this place gets the job done and there will usually be something for everyone on the menu. The bathrooms are clean and open to the public so it makes a nice spot to take a break when traveling. And you can't beat the view!

The sandwich that I had here was okay, but the maple creemee was great so maybe that balances each other out. In any case, this was a nice place to sit with a beautiful view of the waterfront so it's worth considering if you are just looking for a place to get a quick bite rather than a gourmet meal.

The maple creemee was delicious, and fairly priced at $4. Service at the window was quick. Staff was relatively friendly. Great views of the lake, and ample seating available outside. Great location with proximity to other bars/restaurants just down the street.

Beautiful patio, perfect view of sunset - no better place to enjoy your kreamee and wide assortment of foods, sandwiches, wraps, snacks and more. Definitely something here for everyone to enjoy.

This place has a great balcony area with tables and chairs where you can watch the sun set. We had the cheeseburger, fish tacos and chicken sandwich with fries. The food was meh. The service was fast. Would give it a 3.5.

Being a first time visitor to Vermont, I had heard amazing things about the Creemee, and that Burlington Bay Market & Cafe had the best! On a cloudy, chilly, afternoon, there was no line, and we were quickly served this delicious treat. Super creamy and rich, not airy like other softserves, with such delicious and natural tasting flavors. I would definitely come back just for this! Ordered: - Half Maple, Half Black Raspberry medium Creemee Beautiful view to enjoy, as well!

I'm starting to warm up to this place every time that I stop in here for a good lunch. The benefits of eating here are obvious- you have some of the best views of Lake Champlain & the Burlington waterfront, good customer service, and pretty decent food. The downside? Not too much. The food can be somewhat pricey on particular items, yet reasonable on some. You'll see the mark ups on basic food staples almost right away. For lunch, I chose a crab cake sandwich with local 6% IPA brew for just over $14. What did the sandwich come with? NOTHING. No sides whatsoever. C'mon now, Burlington Bay Market & Cafe! At least add a side of something rather than have your customers pay for an additional add-on. That could be money spent on....yet another local beer! For the first-time visitors to Burlington, the beer in town is really, really good, FYI. I wound up wanting more food, of which I chose a small cup of chowder. And of course, another IPA, which ultimately came out to about a $29-30 lunch. I was more bent from the alcohol than hungry, yet there was no way that I was going to walk down the street to Creemee's and get a cone to satisfy my hunger, let alone cross the street to get a few crepes from the pancake place. Just a bit disappointing, overall. BTW, I've purchased maple syrup from here, and its a bit overpriced. For the bigger bottle (a pint), its $24.95. Pah-lease! Talk about price mark up. You can order the same bottle on Amazon for much less. Yet it was from Vermont, and the local syrup is just like the beer- phenomenal. The parking out front is stupid limited on space, so its better to park in the back and just walk up the steps. If you are lucky, you'll find a space. Otherwise, its either limited street parking, or at the pay-to-park lot a stone's throw away. I think that its between $5-10 to park within that lot. Altogether, not a bad place to enjoy the views of the Burlington waterfront, and eat lightly (as opposed to heartily).

We were visiting from out of town and were told we needed to have maple cremees before we left, so this was literally our last stop on the way out of town. We got two small maple cremees with chocolate sprinkles. We were not disappointed!

Lunch with a view! - salmon wrap was good - avocado blt and grilled ham & cheese were great - very good fries!

Delicious and fragrant maple soft serve. Runs around $3-$4 for a small, pretty decent size! Friendly staff and you can order by the window. We walked over to the waterfront and enjoyed our soft serve spotting chipmunks.

We stopped by for a quick maple creemee while biking the detour of the Island Line Trail. We were surprised by how reasonable the line was given how packed they were the night before (Friday night). My small maple creemee on a cone was everything I had been hoping for. Creamy, smooth, and very mapley in flavor. If I had to nitpick, it tasted a little too mapley (more artificial than the real maple-syrup creemees I'm used to), but on a hot day, I wasn't complaining. My husband's chocolate milkshake was just okay. We expected it to be thicker than it was, but it did the trick. We'd come back for more maple creemees but would probably pass on the milkshake next time.

My first time visiting Vermont and this place hit the spot. Not only was the food satisfying but I was able to grab me some Whistle Pig Rye! We ordered the clam chowder (super delish), french fries, tuna sandwich, veggie wrap and turkey sandwich. Too bad it was too cold for us to try their soft serve ice cream. They had different flavors too.

Stopped here for lunch after a bike ride. We loved sitting outside to eat. The food was made fresh and arrived quickly. My husband got the chicken club wrap and said it was good. I had a grilled cheese with apple slices on it. It was quite tasty. My only complaint was how long it took to order. The cashier was also the bartender/barista so she had to complete the drink orders before she could take any more orders. But once we ordered all was good!

I got their Creemees soft serve ice cream. I'm not sure if I got the wrong flavor or not, but I wasn't really a fan of their vanilla soft serve ice cream. The person in front of me got their maple flavor ice cream. I wonder if that would have been better? People working there were nice. However the ice cream just didn't live up to what I thought it would be, tasty. It was great to try it. I ended up just throwing it away after I felt like I gave it enough of a try. There is quite a long line for their ice cream, so it could very well be just me that isn't a fan. Could give it a shot and see for yourself!

Seven dollars and some change for this. If you wanted anything other than meat, cheese and grease, then it's .50 extra.

A great spot to grab a quick sandwich, ice cream cone, or coffee. They have some indoor seating and outdoor spots overlooking the water. They sell a few prepackaged snacks and bottles of wine/beer/soda - perfect to grab and go. I had the Cajun salmon sandwich and it was excellent. Reasonably priced and delicious.

We stopped here for lunch because we really couldn't find another lunch place near to where we were without either walking a long way which my knees would allow me to do or driving and we really wanted to stay in this area. This is more of a grocery/liquor store that offers a deli. I gave it 4 stars not because my chicken salad wrap with cranberries was so wonderful or my friend's grilled chicken wrap was so wonderful but because they have the absolute best hand cut French fries I have ever tasted. They were thin and crisp and soft and brown and were absolutely wonderful. Add a little vinegar and ketchup and enjoy!! We did sit out on the deck and we had the view of Lake Champlain and the train in front of us which was very nice. The food was good but I would drive there just for the French fries

Love the creemee window. I eat here for lunch often because I work on battery. I get the salmon sandwich without the bun. They haven't quite mastered the "lettuce wrap" I ask for every time, but the salmon is very well seasoned. Definitely recommend

Best creemees is all of Vermont hands down. Black raspberry creemees are so addicting I could literally have one everyday. Plus, they are extremely affordable. No $6 small ice creams here!! They already have a line at night so you know they're good! You can enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Champlain from their terrace. Make sure to stay for the sunset. You can't beat the view!

Great sandwiches, beer and liquor selection. Fast and friendly service. Large selection of local brews.

Stopped here to grab a quick bite - we got a burger/fries and a veggie wrap. The food was not cheap and it was just okay. We didn't get a creemee because it was an early lunch. The staff were not that friendly. I would definitely skip this place as there are a lot better options in the area. It had a nice view of the bay though.

Great service, clean restaurant, beautiful views, and the Cajun salmon sandwich was yum!

I had never had maple flavored ice cream before this and it was AMAZING!!! Top best soft-served ice cream I've ever had! AND it's a great view outside! Can't skip this!

Reviewing just the ice cream. I had the maple cremee. My eating partner moved to Vermont not too far back and said that I must have a maple cremee. Being a Canadian I've had more than my fair share of maple flavored treats. I mush say, however, that I've not had maple soft serve, hard ice cream of course. I was very much excited to give this a try. Let me tell you, this maple cremee stuff is well worth the calories! Soft. Sweet. Cold. Creamy. Everything you would expect from your favorite summer ice cream and also bursting with maple flavor. The location is the added bonus. Eating ice cream while strolling through the park over looking the lake. Edited to add a picture :)

Great spot to pop in for a late night creamy! Get the maple flavor, of go bold and have a sundae! You won't be disappointed.

The soft serve ice cream is awesome. My wife and I both got the maple and berry swirl. Definitely recommend. The view of Lake Champlain at sunset was really beautiful as well.

From the outside it seems like a restaurant but its actually exactly as it's name indicates - more a rest stop market with cold drinks and pre packaged snacks; wine and beers. The cafe is more like a luncheonette with minutes menu. Avoid the burgers but the grilled Ruben and fries are great! The lake view makes this a gold-mine and the primary reason as a go-to. The food, however, depends on what you order.

Good mix of Market and Diner, great food and people. Has a nice place to eat inside and a big outside deck

I can only attest to the creemee, which is just another word for soft serve ice cream, it was excellent! I was happy they were able to mix the Maple and the Vanilla, even though they weren't in the same machine to create a swirl they just stacked one on top of the other, so that was nice. I did not think the Maple was too much Maple flavor as some others did. I thought it was just right. I thought the Vanilla was very good also. So, if you want soft serve ice cream, I absolutely would recommend going there!