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Coffee Shops·Downtown·Burlington, VT

The Café HOT.

4.8Google rating(488 reviews)
The Café HOT.

Known For

Moody exposed brick backdrops that make every latte shot worthy

The Café HOT. earns every bit of its following — exposed brick walls, cozy corners, and a charming storefront that photographs beautifully from the street. Inside, the energy is warm and intentional, not a detail out of place.

🕐Best time to visit: late afternoon when the golden hour hits the front windows

198 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Our Take

The Café HOT. makes its seasonal latte the star of the show in a space where exposed brick and moody warmth do most of the heavy lifting before you even order. It's just below destination-worthy — a genuinely standout spot that locals are right to be protective of.

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Downtown

198 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

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