The 10 Best Bars in Vermont — 2026

We compared all 132 bars in Vermont on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · Einstein's Tap HouseBurlington

(802) 540-0458 Website View listing

#2 · Red SquareBurlington

(802) 399-2300 Website View listing

#3 · The Parker Bar + BistroQuechee

(802) 295-1470 Website View listing

#4 · Off the RailsLudlow Live music

(802) 975-0735 Website View listing

#5 · Lower BarStowe

(802) 760-6518 Website View listing

#6 · Red Mill RestaurantVergennes

(802) 475-2317 Website View listing

#7 · Black Bear TavernJeffersonville Tavern

(802) 644-8851 Website View listing

#8 · Gusto'sBarre

(802) 476-7919 Website View listing

#9 · Monkey HouseWinooski Live music

(802) 655-4563 Website View listing

#10 · Bullwheel BarJay Live music

(802) 988-2736 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (saloon, dive bar, bar & grill, lounge, lgbtq+, tavern, karaoke, hookah, arcade, happy hour, live music, dog-friendly, beach, biker, country), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.