• Oliver Parini
• El Cortijo Taqueria y Cantina

El Cortijo Taqueria y Cantina — Now with locations in Burlington and Winooski, the Farmhouse Group taqueria keeps things fresh and fun with tacos, burritos and killer margaritas.

Other Finalists (Inside Chittenden County)

• Agave Taco and Tequila Casa
• El Gato Cantina
• The Mad Taco
• Taco Gordo

• File: Jeb Wallace-brodeur
• Brisket nachos at Tres Amigos

Tres Amigos — The Mexican fare includes hibiscus-glazed chicken and ancho-rubbed steak, along with enchiladas and tacos. Find dozens of tequilas at the bar — and bands on the Rusty Nail Stage several nights a week.

Other Finalists (Outside Chittenden County)

• El Toro
• Julio's Cantina
• La Casa Bar & Grill
• TRAIL BREAK taps + tacos