Misery Loves Co. Credit: Matthew Thorsen

Misery Loves Co. — The open kitchen dishes out seriously imaginative food, from mushroom toast to Cubanos. In 2013, the fare earned these chef-owners a James Beard Award nomination.

Other Finalists (Inside Chittenden County)

  • Leunig’s Bistro & Café
  • Penny Cluse Café
  • Red Onion
  • Zabby & Elf’s Stone Soup

Credit: Jeb Wallace-Brodeur

Prohibition Pig — This destination restaurant serves the craft-beer-loving crowd barbecue-style lunches Friday through Monday. In the adjacent brewery, pair a house brew with a rotating selection of tacos and small bites.

Other Finalists (Outside Chittenden County)

  • Peacham Café
  • Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge
  • Three Penny Taproom
  • Wilaiwan’s Kitchen

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