Diners, Cafés , Delis and More

Boars Head deli products are just the beginning of all of the goodness that is in store for you at the Elm Street Market. Deli style sandwiches, homemade soups and desserts. Plus a number of grocery items with a focus on local.  Don’t forget your box lunch,  perfect for a picnic at the Henry Bridge. Or, eat at our outdoor picnic tables.

Spring 2021: Coming Soon: Coffee Bar! Check website for details.

Summer 2022 Update: under new ownership (local group)! Historic and charming country store offering fresh local meat, dairy, and baked goods as well as delicious prepared foods.  All of that, plus one of the most remarkable buildings in all of Bennington—with a great front porch for hanging out. Vermont vibes and then some.

Shop and café featuring Vermont products; serving a variety of sandwiches, café goods and beverages. Outdoor seating.

Deli serving sandwiches, soups, and salads along with tasty baked desserts.

Home baked breads, fresh made sandwiches in a market setting.

Iconic 1940’s era railcar diner serving breakfast and lunch fare. Re-opened under new management! Check it out.

All American breakfast served in a friendly diner setting. 

Classic American pub fare and sandwiches, in a comfortable atmosphere.

Casual lunch spot serving fish ‘n’ chips, meat pies, and other British specialties.

Home of the Giant Pancakes. Outdoor seating.

Downtown market offering quality prepared foods and a wide selection of meats.

Fresh modern vibes and fresh delicious burritos, tacos and salads in the heart of downtown. Outdoor and indoor seating. 

Breakfast and lunch cafe—Now Open (as of 3/1/22)! 

From their Facebook page: ‘Want a “REAL CHEESESTEAK”? Well look no further! Philly’s brings Philly to you! Here at Philly’s we use only the highest grade ribeye steak served on a freshly baked philly roll with spanish onions and of course cheez whiz! Come taste the difference!

Local favorite bagel shop and full service cafe. Reopened under new management on August 17, 2022 (the folks that own and operate Wild Blossom, a fabulous new flower & gift shop)!

Another new restaurant opening in downtown Bennington 9/26/22. Featuring a variety of authentic Jamaican cuisine, desserts, snacks, Korean shaved ice, and vegetarian options.

Home baked bagels, soups, sandwiches and sweets.

Featuring piping hot espresso, along with some mouthwatering Pangaea Patisserie baked goods.

The brand new Coffee Bar is open for business in the recently-renovated Putnam Block in downtown Bennington! Situated right next to the relocated Bennington Bookshop, the Coffee Bar is open 7am-5pm 7 days/week for coffee, tea, pastries, snacks, art, and live music. They even offer dog treats!

Featuring Mocha Joe’s Coffee from Brattleboro, VT.

Classic dairy bar with soft serve, local hard ice creams, burgers and more. Open seasonally.

Great shakes, Soft serve, hard ice creams, burgers, dogs and more. Open seasonally.