The Pinwheel

The Pinwheel

4.6 (69 reviews) Breakfast Score™ 59.5 Closed
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4 Carmichael St #106, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

https://www.thepinwheelvt.com/

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Hours

Monday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Reviews

  • Joseph NewYork
    ★ 5

    A Sweet Secret for Family Meals. Something for Everyone. Decent Portions of Flavorful Food and Very Reasonable Prices. Plus young children are welcomed. The waitresses are all kind and patient. We were not rushed and It Was Clean!

  • Mollie Cogdill
    ★ 5

    Was finally able to try the Pinwheel in Essex and boy… it did NOT disappoint! I grew up in the apartment building, so I was excited to see how they repurposed the Cody’s space. The decor, the energy, the design of the menu, the servers and the delicious food… everything was amazing!! We will absolutely be back. Bravo to the owners, well done 🤠👏🏼💕

  • Breanna Pletnick
    ★ 5

    Fabulous brunch at The Pinwheel with a group of friends (and a little one). Everyone cleaned their plates - and as a bonus the menu is huge so tons of options available. Service was so great felt like a family atmosphere. Will definitely return (in fact, I think a couple of those in our party returned the next weekend!!)

  • J. M.
    ★ 4

    First time visiting The Pinwheel in Essex Junction and I enjoyed my breakfast.

    There was about a 20-minute wait this particular morning, which honestly felt like a good sign and it moved along smoothly. Once seated, the ambiance was warm, cozy, and welcoming perfect for a relaxed breakfast or brunch spot. The space has a friendly neighborhood vibe that makes you want to linger and enjoy your meal.

    The service was excellent. My server, Sarah B., was attentive, kind, and made sure everything was just right without being overbearing. As a first-time guest, I really appreciated how smooth and welcoming the experience felt.

    For food, I ordered the Focaccia Melt - $11 with tomato, spinach, cheddar, and basil mayo. I added an egg (+$2) and avocado (+$3.75), and it was absolutely worth it. The focaccia was perfectly toasted, the ingredients were fresh, and the combination of flavors was balanced and satisfying. The egg added richness, and the avocado was creamy and generous.

    On the side, I had the hashbrowns ($3.50), which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside exactly how hashbrowns should be.

    To drink, I ordered a hot chai tea latte with almond milk ($4.50). It was warm, flavorful, and not overly sweet great pairing with breakfast.

    Overall, The Pinwheel delivered great food, excellent service, and a comfortable atmosphere. I’ll be back to try more of the menu. I recommend if you’re in the Essex Junction area looking for a solid breakfast spot!

  • Courtney Gourley
    ★ 5

    Had breakfast on Sunday, 4/12. Got there late, around 9:30am, so had about a 30 minute wait. The specials were creative and a bit out of the ordinary, which we love. As it was last time, the food was absolutely excellent. The reason for the review, however, is to recognize our outstanding server, Emma, who is a super nice young woman. She was very attentive (always keeping our coffee cups full) and overall great at her job. Thanks again, Emma!

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