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Seven Daysies Awards 2008

Best place to spend $20

Peace and Justice Center; Zutano; Borders

Winner:
Peace and Justice Center; Zutano; Borders

Runner-Up:
Pure Pop

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Al's French Frys
Locals head to South Burlington's beloved French fry stand day and night for hand-cut spuds, fast burgers and summer creemees. Open 'til midnight on Friday and Saturday.
South Burlington
Black Sheep Bistro
Starters are $10 across the board, and the $25 entrées range from mushroom "meatloaf" to Thai broiled haddock. Enjoy patio dining in summer.
Vergennes
China Express
This takeout joint on busy Route 7 turns out generous portions of fried dumplings, General Tso's chicken and other Chinese American standards.
Burlington
Kountry Kart Deli
In the mood for a midnight Shiner — hash browns, egg and American cheese on a bulkie roll? This Queen City institution serves sandwiches, wraps and munchies from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Burlington
Long Trail Brewing
Tour the brewery, then sample seasonal and pilot brews while dining on the riverside deck. Don't miss the cheddar-ale soup and build-your-own burgers.
Bridgewater Corners
The Matterhorn
"Infamous since 1950," the après-ski landmark caters to locals and tourists with jumbo wings, brick-oven pizzas, live music and sushi rolls. The full bar includes sake.
Stowe
Muddy Waters
Exposed beams and rustic wood floors make this funky coffeehouse feel more like a tree house. Enjoy fresh baked goods with an organic, fair-trade roast — or, in the evening, a cocktail.
Burlington
Nectar's
The birthplace of Phish became a Burlington landmark for local and national bands. Fuel your dancing feet with a house-ground burger, hot honey glazed chicken sandwich and the "world’s best" gravy fries.
Burlington
New World Tortilla
A weekday lunch crowd gathers for salads, soups and big wraps on fresh flour tortillas; fillings include Thai-style chicken, classic Mexican beef and veggie sauté. After, head next door to sister biz Sweet Hazel Fresh & Frozen.
Burlington
Pure Pop Records
Since 1980, Burlington’s Pure Pop Records has reigned supreme as the city’s foremost place to acquire new music. Beyond fresh vinyl, you’ll find plenty of classic, used records — plus DVDs, Blu-rays, posters, pins, magazines and other music-related merch. Shop online.
Burlington
Red Square
Church Street's busy, fun-loving bar hosts DJs and live music on weeknights — in two different spaces. Weekends showcase touring bands.
Burlington
Trattoria Delia
An inviting setting and authentic, expertly prepared Italian cuisine distinguish this longtime Burlington destination. Fresh, handmade pastas and an award-winning wine list have kept "the Tratt" buzzing for more than 25 years.
Burlington
Vermont Pub & Brewery
Burlington's original brewpub, open since 1988, deals in classic plates such as country meatloaf and fish and chips. They're best paired with one of 10 ever-changing beers.
Burlington
Zutano
Montpelier

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Shopping Zutano Peace & Justice Store Borders Pure Pop Records Nectar's Red Square Kountry Kart Deli China Express Vermont Pub & Brewery Mirabelles CafÃ© Uncommon Grounds Coffee and Tea Muddy Waters Trattoria Delia Al's French Frys New World Tortilla Long Trail Brewing Black Sheep Bistro American Flatbread Klinger's Bread The Matterhorn Mirabelles CafÃ© & Bakery Mirabelles Cafe