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Tight Squeeze Coffee Shop

4.7Google rating(83 reviews)
Tight Squeeze Coffee Shop

Known For

Proving that a tiny café can outperform spots three times its size

Tight Squeeze Coffee Shop makes the most of its compact, cozy nook setup — exposed brick, charming storefront, and a bright interior that feels much larger than it looks from the sidewalk. Small footprint, big personality.

🕐Best time to visit: just before closing, when the afternoon crowd has cleared

125 College St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Our Take

Tight Squeeze earns its name in the best way — the sunlit corner seat and exposed brick make for a genuinely intimate espresso experience in a space that feels like it was designed for exactly one perfect hour. A solid charming spot worth seeking out if you're in the neighborhood.

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Downtown

125 College St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

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