Honey Road

Honey Road is a standout on Church Street. Luke and Sarah were incredibly hospitable—we felt genuinely warm and welcomed from the moment we sat down. We were visiting family for the Christmas holiday from NYC, and this was the perfect spot for a cozy, memorable dinner. The Mediterranean food was excellent, and as someone with allergies, I really appreciated how accommodating and thoughtful the staff was. Reservations are strongly encouraged (for good reason), but we were happily seated at the bar, which had a great vibe. We ordered the olives, dolma, smashed potatoes, and harissa chicken wings—every dish was flavorful and well-executed. For two people, ordering 2–4 mezze items is the sweet spot. Honestly, I’d go back just for Luke and Sarah, but paired with the amazing food, the whole experience was delightful. Chic, warm atmosphere, spotless bathrooms, and consistently great energy throughout the space. Highly recommend.

Gluten free haven- Fellow gluten free travelers, this is a place that serves "small plates" meant for sharing. I mentioned needing a gluten free menu and they brought back the menu with anything that had gluten crossed off. The seared Haloumi could have cross contamination (marked with a cross). There is a handy glossary off to the side that tells you what the Greek food is, very helpful for me as I didn't know what ANYTHING was! I took a picture of what we ordered. I got the Halibut for myself (my husband didn't want the pork chorizo in it) and it was a perfect size for one person, was kind of like a stew with potatoes and a 4 oz Halibut. Very good. My husband got the Grape leaf Dolma, Lamb (the green rolls in the picture.), Muhammara and Baba Ganoush dips that use veggies to dip (local Crudite, sold separately). Both were very tasty. We split the tahini sundae which was delicious.

Fantastic food. Surprised that every dish was superb. I’m pretty picky and I have literally no complaints. Drinks were also quite good. Make sure you have a reservation or you won’t go in. Recommended!

Our family of 8 visiting from NJ decided to go for dinner, and we were so glad we did. We started with cocktails and a trio of dips—hummus, baba ganoush, and tahini—served with fresh pita. All were delicious. Next came the wings, kale salad, scallops, and corn katayif with burrata. Every dish was full of flavor, and we even ordered extra pita to soak up all the wonderful sauces. It was a true sharing experience, and everyone at the table enjoyed tasting a bit of everything. Our server was attentive and friendly, making the evening even better. We’ll definitely be back

We got seats at the bar and the bar manager Abby was very helpful with all my allergies. They were able to accommodate me and the food was absolutely delicious. Tonight was my second time here in a year and once again they did not disappoint. I recommend it if you want to try different food and there are vegetarian options.

We had visited Honey Road once before and thought the food was decent, so we decided to give it another try. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. We ordered the pide and the eggplant katayef, and both dishes left a lot to be desired. The pide, which came with minced lamb sausage and cheese that resembled a béchamel sauce, was overwhelmingly salty—so much so that my husband and I couldn’t even finish it. We also ordered two mocktails, but both lacked flavor. One of them tasted like basic fruit punch rather than a thoughtfully crafted drink. The only thing we truly enjoyed was the sesame ice cream, which was unique and delicious. Sadly, given the overall experience this time, we’re not sure we’d return.

Our experience was a 5/5 here. It most definitely is a pricey place, but wow the food is incredibly unique and so fresh and delicious. We tried their eggplant burrata, kale salad (great big portion), chicken wings, and hot pepper labneh. We split between my husband and I and we were perfectly satisfied. The wine selection looked great, but I’m pregnant so would love to return and experience it all with a high quality wine. Would definitely return when back in Burlington. Service is nice, ambiance is nice. Highly recommend!

Amazing restaurant. The appetizer of hummus and oil was so good it rolled my eyes back in my head. As did the harissa wings. We ended up having 5 or 6 small dishes and everything was outstanding. A few wine and drink options, plus a small selection of amazing VT beers. Reservations are recommended.

I love this place. Not because of perfection but more like every town needs at least one of this to enjoy food and drinks. I stumbled into the restaurant at the end of the touristy downtown area. They were packed but found me a spot at the bar. Great hostess and bar service. Small plates are great. Seared Haloumi - excellent though a bit on the sweet side (but then I am a bitter person) Shishito special was amazing - perfect texture and balance. Braised lamb bun was a great sandwich.

Honey Road is just incredible. My husband and I were able to score a Friday night reservation, and the restaurant was BUSY. That being said, the food was just phenomenal. We ended up getting the kale salad, baba ganoush, a house-made pita, the farm greens salad, and the tahini sundae. The food was fantastic. I am not a fan of kale, typically, but the kale salad was out of this world. The restaurant is fairly deep, but there was quite a bit of seating and things were comfortable. The restaurant is decorated with lamps and pillows. The food was delicious, and I would pretty much recommend for everyone in the area to come to this place. If we're ever back in the area, we will definitely be stopping by. The meal from start to finish was phenomenal. The Tahini Sundae was particularly delicious and we loved the halva threads on top.

Muhammara: Eh... pretty average. I would recommend ordering something else. Seared Haloumi: This dish saved my rating of the restaurant. It's a 3.5* for me, but rounded it up to a 4 because this dish is SO GOOD. That haloumi really hit the spot. The hot honey was amazing with it. Sweet Harissa Chicken Wings: This was my 2nd favorite dish. The glaze on these wings is delicious, and they were cooked nicely. Tahini Sundae: Too sweet. Tahini sundae was good, but the caramel was overpowering. Service was very lackluster. I had to request a refill on water near the end of our meal, since no staff had come by a single time to check on it.

Don't think about it. Just go in. Blown away doesn't give enough credit to this wonderful establishment. Everything from ambiance, service, food, drink, and dessert were straight fire.

Fried Green Tomatoes Over fried, with season-less breading and mushy tomatoes. I was not a fan of this at all. I had killer ones at a place down the street, so that may have made my palate biased. Braised Lamb Simit Bun Snack This was phenomenal! It's definitely not something to share. The best item on the menu and the smallest serving. Lamb Kofta Lamb balls were bland and very rare in the center. I'm not a rare meat fan so this was not my jam. The cabbage slaw was the star of this dish. Seared Haloumi Good sear on the cheese. The summer fruit with the basil gave a great surprise to the tongue. Hot honey also added to the flavors when combined with the fruit in the bite. Delicious and another favorite. Grilled Broccolini It was a tad too salty. It also arrived to the table cold. Good flavors in general just over powered with salt. Sweet Harissa Chicken Wings These were my second favorite. The flavors were dancing on my tongue. Good crisp skin, even under the sauce. Sauced well and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Chocolate Pot de Creme This was a flavor pleaser. It hits all of the senses, sweet, salty, crunchy, smooth. The chocolate is of good quality, rich and fudgey. A stunner of a dessert. While all dishes weren't stunners it was very good and I would recommend.

The menu choices were underwhelming, the food was heavy and greasy, and the overall experience was disappointing, especially given the price points. We ordered 4 dishes to share and were disappointed when they each came out separately - this led to us eating 1 dish at a time, which does not fit the small plate/tapas style. Our first dish, the Harissa chicken wings, had very inconsistent-sized wings, leading to inconsistent cooking outcomes. Some were moist, others super dry. The sauce was flavorful and had a bit of a kick. Overall, the wings were more greasy than crunchy. Our next dish was the seared halloumi with hot honey. When combined with the fruit, sauce, and basil the bites were flavorful and the lightest of the night. The next dish, the Brussels sprouts, was greasy and heavy, with a mayo-based sauce that only added to the heaviness. The Brussels were undercooked, leading to difficulty cutting them on the plate (they were too big to eat whole), and there was little flavor unless you dipped them into the aioli, which would add to the heaviness. The dish I was most excited about, but also the worst of the night, was the garlic cabbage. How cabbage could become so heavy, greasy, and unappetizing is amazing...the serving dish was one big pot of grease and oil. The cabbage tasted like nothing except butter and oil, and the filling was more cream than garlic, adding to the heaviness. We gave up after our first couple of bites.

The food is amazing! We shared a bunch of plates and had to go containers, ready to go for the leftovers.

We totally love the meal from start to finish... started with Chicken Shawarma, crispy eggplant sabich, fried green tomatoes. Then we had baba ganosh, stuffed warm grape leaves, lamb kofa , halloumi figs w/dips, and grilled octopus All the course were delicious and we can't list a favorite. As, all were delicious and our favorite Mediterranean food in NH

You MUST come to here! I was in Burlington for a conference and spent quite a bit of the evenings exploring Church Street, as you do when in Burlington. We came across this cute place, looked at the unique menu, and got on the waitlist to sit outside. And BOY am so glad that we did. This place is nothing short of amazing. Our server, Ellis, was incredibly attentive and when I asked about gluten-free options, he brought me gluten-free menu and explained how things could be modified if they weren't completely gluten-free. He recommended great drinks and told us that he advises people to order two plates per person (or more if you are very hungry) since plates are small and meant to be shared. Everything we had was AMAZING. From the crudité, to the haloumi, to the harissa chicken wings, to the lamb kofta, everything was amazing. I cannot wait to come back here...I just need to find a time to fly back to Burlington.

I've been to Honey Road twice and both times I was impressed by the food and service. The ambiance is great too. The menu rotates - which we love to see. I especially love that they include a little glossary on the menu so you don't have to feel silly for not knowing something or pull your phone out to Google it. It's a thoughtful detail I super appreciate. Will go back - and highly recommend..

I had an amazing dinner at honey road tonight. I have been here before and it's always outstanding. They do mostly small plates and snacks which I like because you can try a little of everything. The hummus and baba ganoush we ordered were both the best I have ever had. The pita bread was so good, definitely homemade. Even the crudite was so fresh and delicious. I also really loved the braised lamb bun. There's so many great things on the menu here you really can't go wrong with anything. Definitely get some dips to start though! I also love how vegetable heavy the dishes are. The restaurant itself has great ambiance and cool decor. They really pay attention to detail here from the food to the vibes. Great service too. Food comes out pretty quick and is paced well. Would definitely recommend coming here, just make a reservation in advance because they get pretty booked!

Food was definitely delicious and the atmosphere was beautiful! I do have to agree with most other reviews that the portions are pretty dang small for the price. I know you're meant to order a bunch and share but even one plate wasn't enough for one person. Basically everyone got one small bite lol drinks were strong though! Our server was nice but I will say we could barely hear her and it wasn't even loud in there. We also barely saw her too. I feel like this spot is better suited for sitting at the bar with a couple plates and a drink rather than large parties and families.

One of the best meals we've had in a while! Small plates and huge flavors! The service was wonderful and the atmosphere was so cozy - perfect for date night but still family-friendly. Definitely make a reservation as far in advance as possible! Honey Road is busy for a reason. We split between the four of us: Grilled Octopus, Crispy Potato, Preserved Lemon, Olives Braised Lamb, Simit Bun, Pickles, Herb Mayo Kale Salad, Pear, Tahini, Feta, Crunchy Quinoa (a favorite of the table) Sweet Harissa Chicken Wings, Dried Lime Labne Grape Leaf Dolma, Lamb, Yogurt, Chili Oil (a close second favorite for me) Halibut Chraimeh, Beets, Black-eyed Peas, Walnuts Halloumi, Figs, Honey, Pomegranate, Spicy Tomato (my favorite dish! So delicious) Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Lamb, Eggplant, Armenian Spices House-made Walnut Baklava

Honey Road was easily the best meal I had in Burlington, and one of the best meals I've had in my life. Our server Ellis was sweet and knowledgeable, the ambiance was super cute, the music was fun, and the place was packed all night. Definitely get a reservation. We got the labneh, salad with almonds/carrots, sweet harissa chicken wings, and the cheesecake and chocolate cake for our desserts. Every single thing was phenomenal; kudos to the chef! Would 100% come back here; wish they had a location in NYC!

Honey Road does not disappoint. The food is unique and tasty. The service is professional and attentive. Wine choices are unique and match the many flavors.

These plates are SMALL! I tried to take pics with something for reference. I understand small plates and that's fun but this is tiny, itty bitty level small. For full sized entree prices each! The babaganoush was an ice cream scoop. And the pita to dip in it was separate. Super pricey for what you get. That being said, every tiny bite that we did have was very very good. The place is beautiful and it's a treat, but for $143 for a family of 4, and stopping to get a slice of pizza on the way back to our lodging, I just can't give it 5 stars. We trikes the babaganoush but I didn't get a picture of that one. It was super creamy and delicious. The fried green tomatoes were also amazing and I didn't get a picture of them either. We were too excited to eat! lol The sauce they came with was fantastic. We got 2 orders ( for 4 people) of the halloumi which was delicious but didn't look like the ones on the reviews. The menu was different from when I stopped in last year, so they must change it up but I was disappointed that there were no figs as pictured in many reviews. We also got 2 orders of the wings which were also delicious but we each got 3 super tiny wings to eat which was not even enough for our 2 teens who are very sparse eaters. Me fiancée and I shared the braised lamb bun and we each for one bite. Thaw flavor there was underwhelming but as far as flavor and taste that is the only dish we didn't love. The kids each got a mocktail which were good, but other than that we all drank water. So, again, nearly $150 for a family of 4, and it felt like cocktail hour. We all left there ready to eat dinner.

The bar we were at lost power so we wandered into Honey Road. The bartender was super sweet and the wine was delicious. It was late so we didn't order food, but the bar menu looked great. The decorations were also very cute.

Honey Road has some potential but they fall short in many areas. We were a group of 4, one vegan and one chef. Presentation was wonderful, waitress was pleasant and helpful. The dips were well prepared and tasty but we were surprised that you had to purchase the pita bread separately. How do you sell a dip without the thing to dip in it? No consistency in when the dishes came to the table. Two of us were served quickly, 2 waited a very long time. They had the fish and the shrimp, both of which were way overdone. No indications on the menu or from the server on the spiciness and some dishes were very spicy. Space is dark and people are seated very close to each other. The final bill was outrageously high especially given the poor quality and tiny portion size. We all agreed that there are lots of better places to go in Burlington.

We came to Burlington for a wedding and our anniversary. Church St is a fun pedestrian walkway. At the start, there is Honey Road and we took our chances and secured an outdoor table. We were not disappointed. The service was very attentive. The food was excellent - Mezzes to share. We had a terrific cucumber and feta dish, Harissa Honey wings which were fabulous, tuna Nayeh which was prepared very well, among others. My Negroni was the best I've had (admittedly, I had two which is unusual for me) Nice vibe, great food, exceptional service.

Honey Road might just be the best restaurant we've ever experienced. Everything was amazing, from service to ambiance to food and drinks. We started the night by telling our server we wanted to taste some Amari. He suggested three from their extensive selection and described all of them easily. We loved them all but both opted for Italicus Spritzes, which were incredible. We ordered a ton of food: lamb crackers with the baba ganoush and labne spread, broccolini, lamb kofta, and halloumi. I'm not kidding, we cherished every single bite. Each time it was like wow, the next item can't possible be as good as than this... but it was. I recommend any of what we ordered but in sure everything else is delicious too. Absolutely lives up to the James Beard nomination. We ended the night with the Beirut Daiquiri and Night Shift. The daiquiri is on the sour side, and the Night Shift is small but mighty--keep that in mind if ordering before you plan to drive. Overall, this is single-handedly the restaurant that will bring us back to Burlington again and again.

Pros - Food was very flavorful and high quality. Great atmosphere/location. Wonderful menu options, great variety of tastes. Incredibly well curated drink menu!! Cons - Host and wait staff were very awkward. Service was quite slow/inattentive.

The food is delicious food, and the menu is creative. The service is excellent at the bar and in the restaurant. The atmosphere is cozy, with dim lighting and comfortable seating. Nothing about the place is pretentious.

Didn't have a reservation on a Thursday night, so was hit with a 20 minute wait for bar seating. Luckily there is stuff to do nearby and they call when your seating is available. Menu is tapas-style (read: expensive), with shareable plates that come out at intervals. Between two people: Leb Lebi ($6) - fried chickpeas, crunchy and good with some beer Baba Ganoush ($8) - basic eggplant dip, paired well with some warm pita (separate for $3) Fattoush ($15) - interesting feta/crispy pita combo Warm Feta ($14) - best of the bunch, paired with fresh figs Crispy Potatoes ($16) - mixed with feta, crushed well on the outside Wings ($15) - only five to an order, covered in sesame; chewier than expected Service is good, though not a lot of space to eat at the bar (tables were close as well). Wish pita would come with the meal if one is ordering a bunch of plates. Solid dinner spot if looking for something different.

A very crunchy experience. The kale salad was ok- I liked the crunchy quinoa in it but was a bit irritated to later find out it's deep fried. If I'm going to eat deep fried- I want to eat fries... The Greek salad was really yummy- but it wasn't a salad. We used the tahini yogurt to dip the bland kale tapas in. The beef kabobs were ok but a little dry and not flavorful. I was disappointed that what I thought was a dipping sauce was an under-seasoned cole slaw. The honey wings were okay but the flavors weren't balanced enough. Too much honey. The personal sized beef in bread taco was the best- flavorful, moist, and yummy. Next time, I'd get 2 orders of this and a Greek salad. Nothing else.

Great food, small portions but we were warned beforehand and ordered accordingly. We got a few different things, all great, including hummus, lamb cracker, haloumi, braised lamb, and some pita. The glossary on the menu was very helpful! We didn't stay for dessert but that looked delicious as well.

I'm glad to see Chef Cara thriving and doing her thang!! Amazing staff, food and ambience. For me, it's the Harissa wings and the Lamb Pide that keeps me returning.

Solid Mediterranean spot in church square marketplace. The service was great and the ambiance was charming. My favorite dish was the muhamarra, probably one of the best I've ever had. Definitely recommend to someone looking for a great meal in a bustling area.

Great restaurant in Burlington. Food is served tapas style, everything is meant to be shareable. Between two people, we ordered 1 dips, 3 mezze and it was the perfect amount of food. Food is packed with a lot of flavor, everything we got was delicious. Of everything we ordered, the chicken wings, Muhamara dip and braised lamb were my favorites.

Still bomb and would highly recommend. I came back a year later and still love everything. Food and drinks were amazing, and the tahini sundae we unexpected fabulous. Keep doing what you're doing

Love the food, not the portions. Sadly, I will not be going as often. It's gotten too expensive. I love to eat, and live to eat great food, but I need to feel full enough after this kind of expense that I don't crave a slice of pizza after! (Ok, I once had Mamoun's falafel after lunch at One Madison Park before they went veg!)

The best restaurant in Burlington Vermont right now! I love a Mediterranean flair. Warm Pita bread, home made hummus and babaganoush, bet wings ever, awesome halibut l, the grape leaves oh my, and don't even get me started about the delish baklava. Amazing amazing just go

Cool atmosphere, great good, and attentive service -- what else could you ask for? We had the ... - Tahini hummus - Muhammara, toasted walnut spread - Hot pepper labne - Farm greens goat cheese salad - Lamb kofta - Tahini sundae ... and all were great!

Only here for a day, went looking for a top spot in town and definitely found it . Menu is simple but elegant and everything is shareable. Plenty of vegetarian options and everything was super unique and tasty bringing together flavors and ingredients that I never thought would work together. My favorite dish was the halloumi cheese one as all the elements on the plate had their own highlight but complimented each other. Definitely don't miss this spot if you're traveling to Burlington!

What a fabulous restaurant! We flew in from Austin and drove straight to Honey Road for dinner. The only reservation we could get was 9:00, but the friendly host worked us in in a much shorter time. Every dish we tried was delicious and a unique twist on Mediterranean fare. waitstaff was helpful and Allison made great wine recommendations.

This place was beyond! Every bite was a gleam into a heavenly burst of flavors that left me very well satiated. The hallumi cheese with lemon marmalade and grilled pear was next level..also I ordered their homemade pickles and added some jalapeños to the bite and it made it complete. I can't say enough about our meal and I don't want to say too much because often times the best part of the experience is the surprise and delight element. The staff was caring, gracious and went above and beyond for my food allergies. Love this place! Will be back next time we visit!

This was a great first taste of Burlington. My boyfriend and I took a weekend trip here and after some research, this was the place where most people said to go and I was not disappointed! Honey road was easy to find, on the corner of a busy street. I made a reservation and they lead us right to the table when we walked in. The wait staff was friendly, efficient, and worked together well. Our water jug was never empty, the empty plates were always cleared quickly, and food came out fast. The menu was organized well, with the more filling dishes at the bottom and smaller ones at the top. The food was tapa style, and we enjoyed almost everything we got. The food was fresh and full of flavor. The food is a bit pricy, especially for the amount you're getting, but to be expected. We did not get any drinks, but they looked good while being brought to other people's table. I would recommend!

Food excellent. Maybe some plates could be larger but everything was tasty. Service was sub-par and lacking. 45 min wait time which was fine but after over an hour I went back in and asked for where we were at in seating list they seemed to scramble a bit and seated us immediately...as I noticed 3 open tables. Never acknowledged anything. Then waitress seemed to just forget about us periodically. Ordered 2 plates, gave our plate to wrong table which they then picked it up and dropped it off at our table. Next dishes did to come for another 20mins. Not sure what to make of it. Expensive middle eastern food that tastes great but with most dishes being tiny and service that seemed discombobulated. Ehhh...won't be going again. If you're in Burlington visiting there are better options.

A real, disappointing miss. Finally got a reservation and brought friends to celebrate a milestone. Indoors was incredibly loud so we chose outdoors on a nice night. We were sat over a sewer grate that reaked of, well, sewer. The whole "patio" was treated to that in wafts throughout the night. But the real downfall was our young waitress who just didn't care about anything. We waited at least 30 minutes for our drinks - food was coming out, still no drinks. When we inquired she said, "Yeah, our printer broke so the bar didn't get the orders." No apology, no initiative to come tell us before we had to ask. Just downhill from there. Food was fine but nothing special. Just a really unspectacular evening all around. So many good places to eat in Burlington, not sure we'll be back here.

I visited Honey Road over summer and loved it so of course I had to come back. In my Resy account I noted i had a nut allergy and the hostess edited the menu so I could see what I could have which was helpful. Food was amazing. Kale salad is a must.

The food was simply fantastic: creative, attentively prepared and presented, delicious. All small plates and all well worth sharing. We sat outside and were very comfortable. Inside seating looked a little dark and potentially noisy--that's something we are paying increasing attention to. But the food is so good we will be back in any case, any season.

Had a great time, food was delicious. The best dish was the lamb dolmas. We also loved the shrimp, spicy dip, corn fottosh, lamb kofta and fried green tomatoes. Drinks were delicious as well. The dishes are on the heavier side even though they seem small they are very filling ie we ordered one too many.

This place was worth the hype. We enjoyed everything we had! Left full and content. We didn't have a reservation and they quoted us half an hour, but not even 10 minutes later our table was ready which was great. Service was good. We sat outside and it was lovely.

Incredible atmosphere, attentive staff and delicious food. One of the star restaurants of church street. Definitely check it out if you are visiting or treat yourself to a lovely night out if you live in the area.

Fun place for exploratory tapas. They have some good staples, and try new stuff often, so ask for recommendations when you're there. Additionally, t's nice to see a place in Vermont that doesn't highlight something done in maple syrup. Just good, fun, consistent food, in a town that has a lot of family-based joints. Perfect for dates. Enjoy!

Lovely, neighborhood Mediterranean bistro in a delightful pedestrian area. Servers and bartenders were welcoming, friendly and skilled with the menu and offerings. Small plate format, not a disappointment in the series. Decor and vibe is comfortable, muted, easy going. Pricey, but on the whole a very pleasant experience.

I wanted to love this so much because we waited so long to get in and it was our anniversary. AND I love Grey Jay so expectations were high. To be succinct, the food was unspectacular and we waited a 1/2 hour between dishes. Furthermore, our server got us one drink and nothing else to drink that evening (not even more water). Sadly, we won't be racing back here. Perhaps we just hit a bad night.

The best Eastern Mediterranean restaurant on this side of the Atlantic. Takes me back to my time living in Greece. The food is incredibly well prepared and served at a 10/10 level of excellence. The ambience is reminiscent of a high end restaurant in Istanbul and the Aegean Islands.

A little pricey, but delicious food and very friendly service while having dinner at the beautiful front room at the bar. Small terrific dishes and very well made cocktails. Say Hi to Owen behind the bar.

Woa the food so good I loved and bar tender clearly was experienced mixology like a little scientist. I'd go back yeah for sure I'd go back. Great service. Ambiance you know it.