Warm, cafeteria-style stalwart offering a rotating menu of creative, veggie-heavy Jewish cuisine.
Zabby & Elf’s Stone Soup
A singular, community oriented cafe accenting comfort, aesthetics, quality, and soul. Located in the heart of Burlington, Vermont.
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Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Sandwich : The tomato soup was comforting and well-balanced, with a smooth texture and good acidity. It paired nicely with the grilled cheese, which was crisp on the outside and adequately melted inside. Overall, this was a satisfying and familiar lunch option.
Cold Sandwich with Tofu : The tofu sandwich was light and fresh, suitable for a plant-based option. The tofu itself could benefit from stronger seasoning or a more flavorful marinade to elevate the overall taste. Adding a contrasting sauce or pickled element may improve depth and balance.
Lunch offerings were simple and wholesome. With slight enhancements to seasoning and flavor complexity—especially for vegetarian items—the menu could feel more distinctive and memorable
… moreDebbie J
What a great restaurant! Funky and friendly and comfortable, with a wide range of really great food and tons of vegan options. We had a fabulous lunch here. We chose from the buffet, which had several absolutely delicious vegan offerings as well as plenty for omnivores. The walls are covered with such interesting art. And the people here are so nice. Highly recommended
… moreNeehar Arya
The sandwiches are flavorful and constructed with healthy ingredients. There a variety of baked goods too. The pricing is reasonable and the service friendly. A good place for informal dining and a healthy sandwich and soup.
… moreJean-Francois LeBlanc
Nice ambianced restaurant located right on a busy street with lots of traffic. Some parking spaces along the street. Staff members very welcoming and friendly. Music was all 60’s music (which I felt right at home). Food was fresh, tasted awesome and price was fair. Highly recommended!
… moreJoshua Serrao-David
Delicious food! They offer a Hot bar & cold bar with the option for Z&E to create your meal for you based on your dietary choice (vegan, vegetarian, etc.) great Vegan options. Seating was a little too intimate for my liking so we sat outside but do not let that deter you! will definitely be back anytime we visit!
… moreRobert Sanford Fairbrother
consistently like getting a home made meal à la carte
I took my sister, visiting from colorado, to Stone Soup. It reminded me a) how much I love it there and b) I don’t get there enough.
the place is spotless. the food… fresh and delicious. Healthy, hearty and if so desired, light. and the buttermilk biscuits… damn. Glad I took the chef’s suggestion: warmed with jam. Like Home
always worth the walk
… moreJulianne Swiecicki
Very wide variety of vegan and vegetarian food. They also have a few meat options. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very comfortable and laid-back with friendly staff. Judging by the amount of people who came in after me, this place is very popular. I came for the chicken liver sandwich, which had a lot of flavor and different elements to it. I could tell that this was a well thought out sandwich. Unfortunately, I really couldn’t taste the chicken liver, which was the main draw for me, so I was disappointed. I also tried the butternut squash and brown rice soup. It was a pretty basic butternut squash soup, not a lot of flavor though.
… moreClare Curtis
My husband and I had a great experience at this restaurant. He got the vegan club and I got the self serve hot bar/salad bar. The food was delicious. I loved how many vegan options were offered. Definitely recommend the duality iced tea as well. The man who was working the counter was very friendly and helpful too. We will definitely come back next time we visit Burlington.
… moreGreg Alexandropoulos
I appreciate the spirit and effort of Zabby & Elf’s – but I did not like it. I did not like any of the food I tried. The entire hot bar, the turkey reuben – none of the flavors hit for me. The vegetarian items on the hot bar were very bland. The curry was decent. The reuben had this bizarre sweetness to it… It was a miss. Nice people but I would not recommend it.
… moreWalter van Dusen
We have been coming here since my daughter’s freshman year at UVM. It has been amazing each and every time. The food is amazing along with the super friendly staff. Great vegan and meat options from the menu, the hot self-service bar and there is always a delicious daily special. Great selections of deserts, breads fresh brewed iced teas and, of course, soups. Without a doubt one of our favorite places to eat anywhere. We highly suggest that you take our word and enjoy a delicious meal if you are in the area. You’ll be happy you did!
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