In the evening, Vermont Comedy Club is Burlington's premier stand-up comedy venue, providing a full bar and plenty of pub food for its patrons. During the day (8-3, Wed-Sun), the "bar" transforms into Happy Place Cafe, an ideal spot for a quick refreshment before our last afternoon of movies at this year's Vermont International Film Festival.
I went low-octane this visit, ordering herbal tea. My wife got a London Fog, having been denied the pleasure at lunch (Jericho Cafe and Tavern - formerly Village Cup - got rid of their espresso machine. What gives?). She also ordered a doughnut twist and I got a nibble. All was satisfying.
Burlington hardly needs another coffeehouse but Happy Place Cafe is worth remembering simply because there was hardly anyone there. No waiting in line. We sat right at the bar. Quick service. Perfect.
