Barrio Bakery

Barrio Bakery

197 North Winooski Ave.

Burlington, Vermont 05401

On a snowy Monday morning I trekked from work to the lovely and unique Barrio Bakery. The bakery is located in a multi-colored building on the main floor and features a main dining area on one side, and the bakery kitchen on the other. During evening and night time hours, it becomes a pizza shop called, Pizza Barrio.

Upon arriving, I immediately get a very "Portlandia" TV show vibe about the space. The shop is a mix of regulars waiting for their early morning croissants and espresso's and newcomers like myself who are trying to capture the aura of the space. There is free wifi and plenty of seating options. Music from pandora plays in the background as they seem to feature indie/world music. There is a display case of baked goods that they are selling and above that is a chalkboard featuring the variety of specialty coffee that they are offering, panini's and specials of the month. For a large (16 oz.) coffee it costs $2.50 and comes from Vermont Artisan Coffee from Waterbury, Vermont. It is regular drip styled coffee, but unlike most drip coffees, it isn't acidic or bitter. Rather remarkable if you ask me.

Barrio Bakery has a very rustic look inside mixed with modern comforts and makes you want to grab a book and stay awhile. Really liked this place and will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5/5

Seating: 5/5

Coffee: 4/5 (only one roast of coffee)

Food: 5/5

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