Vermont Pub & Brewery Announces Closure After Decades of Operation
Vermont Pub & Brewery, a historic brewpub in Burlington and the first in the state, will close on Saturday, November 14. The closure is attributed to a drop in business since 2020 that the establishment never recovered from. The owners…

Burlington Plattsburgh, VT, November 10, 2026 — Vermont Pub & Brewery, a notable establishment in Burlington, is set to close its doors permanently on Saturday, November 14. The brewpub, recognized as the first of its kind in the state of Vermont, has been a fixture in the community for a significant period.
The decision to cease operations stems from a sustained decline in business that began in 2020. According to information provided, the establishment was unable to recover from the economic impact of that period. The owners have characterized the final days of operation as an “end-of-life celebration,” indicating a focus on marking the pub’s history during its last week.
Details regarding the specific nature of the business decline or any steps taken to mitigate it were not provided. The exact year of Vermont Pub & Brewery’s founding is not specified in the available information, though it is described as historic and the first brewpub in Vermont.
The closure marks the end of an era for the Burlington area, which has seen various businesses face challenges in recent years. The final day of service for Vermont Pub & Brewery is confirmed as Saturday, November 14.
Story summarized from the original created by Jordan Barry on www.sevendaysvt.com, see more information here.
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