Cornmeal griddle cakes; thicker than a pancake, crisp at the edge, served with butter and Vermont maple syrup. Native American in origin (Narragansett) and present in New England since pre-colonial times.
Johnnycakes are corn-griddle cakes made from stone-ground white or yellow cornmeal; the Narragansett word 'johanikin' or 'journey-cake' is the etymology debate. They predate wheat flour in New England and remained breakfast staples through the 19th century. Vermont versions usually use yellow corn and Vermont butter, and finish with maple. Found on a handful of farm-to-table brunch menus; not on every Burlington breakfast plate but a deep-rooted regional dish.
2 editor picks for Johnnycakes in Burlington, ranked by editorial score. All Burlington signature dishes · Johnnycakes across every city.
August First Bakery ★ 4.6
downtown · 149 S Champlain St, Burlington, VT 05401
Phil Merrick and Jodi Whalen's downtown bakery in a renovated garage on South Champlain. Maple biscuits have taken home Best of Vermont multiple years;
Sneakers Bistro and Cafe ★ 4.5
winooski · 28 Main St, Winooski, VT 05404
Open since 1980 in downtown Winooski, Sneakers serves brunch on two floors with outdoor seating. Eggs Benedict, chicken-and-waffles, Kahlua French toast,