Poppy Cafe & Market
88 Oak St, Winooski, VT
Crema's Take
“Poppy Cafe & Market is a beloved neighborhood gem that's earned serious devotion for its inventive, consistently excellent sandwiches made with bright local ingredients—think creative combinations like "the Ruby" that leave customers raving about having the best sandwich they've had in years. Beyond the food, there's a genuine warmth to the place: they stock Narcan at the counter, maintain inviting indoor and outdoor seating perfect for lingering conversations, and manage to balance being a quick grab-and-go spot with the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Fair warning though—their reputation means lines move fast and popular items sell out, so ordering ahead is your best bet.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
It's incredible how consistently amazing these sandwiches are! I have not bee displeased by a single creation, even the ones that have a few ingredients I may not always car for. Highly recommend any of the vegan sandwiches. Check them out, you won't be disappointed!
I’m not a sandwich person but when I saw a sign on the door of Poppy’s saying Narcan was available inside, I wanted to support their business. I’m sooooooo glad I did. It turns out that I’m not a sandwich person but I am a *Poppy’s* sandwich person. You really have to try a Poppy’s sandwich to believe it—the inventive ingredient combinations are literally always delicious. I’ve never had a sandwich there that I did not love, and their cookies are also out of this world. Our city would be a better place if every Burlington business supported the community the way Poppy’s does; until then, I’m so happy to spend my money here on the best sandwiches not just in town but possibly (I don’t think I’m overstating this) the world.
Amazingly creative sandwiches that are delicious! Great interior and exterior seating. Only downside is they get pricey with tax + tip.
Fantastic atomosphere, and the food is just absolutely insane. It was the best sandwich I've had in the last few years for certain. I ordered "the Ruby" which was as amazing as it sounds and was happy to see a vegan option! The bread is top tier and really makes the sandwich. The prices are very reasonable for what you get. My only complaint is I wish they were open more hours or on the weekend for all us weekly 9-5 workers. Can't wait to go here again.
Absolutely worth the wait. Some of the best sandwiches in the area but be sure to order ahead as the wait can be long and they sell out quick! Bright and flavorful local ingredients really make Poppy’s sandwiches a standout and an easy competitor for Vermont’s All Around Best Sandwiches (and Lunch!) but don’t sleep on their other offerings like flaky hand pies or perfectly baked cookies and sweets. Usually I have a go-to favorite to recommend but their rotating menu is full of mouth watering options to try with no wrong choices. You will definitely have to come more than once to try the range of different flavor combinations!
Crema Reviews
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