Sarom’s Cafe — Restaurant in Winooski

Sarom’s Cafe: A Cozy Gem in Winooski

I recently visited Sarom’s Cafe, a charming Vietnamese restaurant in Winooski, during an event hosted by VT PoC (Vermont Professionals of Color). The event, VT PoC Co-Work & Chill, provided an informal and welcoming space for co-working, networking, and simply getting out of the house. VT PoC is a fantastic organization focused on creating community and support for professionals of color across Vermont, and their events always offer an opportunity to connect in meaningful ways.

Sarom’s Cafe proved to be the perfect venue for this gathering. The ambiance was inviting, with soothing music playing in the background, creating a peaceful environment ideal for remote work or casual conversations.

For my first visit, I decided to try their Vegetarian Spring Rolls, which came with four rolls packed with taro, carrots, mung bean noodles, and mushrooms. At just $5.99, they were fresh, flavorful, and filling. I also ordered a Hot Chai Milk Tea ($4.49), which was rich, aromatic, and a perfect companion on a chilly day. To top it off, we were treated to some freshly baked pastries, and I tried their Coconut Buns, which were soft, lightly sweetened, and absolutely delicious.

The service was excellent. Mariana L, the cashier, was friendly and attentive, ensuring that all guests felt welcomed and taken care of. The atmosphere struck a balance between cozy and professional, making it a great spot for those who need a change of scene while working remotely.

I was so impressed with Sarom’s Cafe that I’m adding it to my list of go-to offsite workspaces. With its delightful food, relaxing ambiance, and welcoming staff, it’s an excellent spot for productivity or simply enjoying a quiet moment.

If you’re looking for a new place to work, meet, or enjoy great Vietnamese-inspired cuisine, I highly recommend...

Not a clue why I haven’t already reviewed this incredible locally owned café, because I’m here multiple times a week. Let me say it’s been an incredible experience to watch a new business start up in the midst of economic turmoil, and come out the other side with smiles… that doesn’t happen without some incredible determination and adaptability. I started this review with that note because all of those virtues really shows in what they put into their food! Mariana, and her mother Snow, are dedicated to a hospitable ethos, and they are constantly asking for feedback to improve their recipes and it’s just awesome to see the process. Now the food itself is spectacular especially for the price, especially for this area! It’s fresh, quality ingredients, traditional, and MAN is it GOOD. For less than the price of a happy meal you can get locally owned quality food. There’s parking available behind the building, it’s within walking distance from the circle, the seating is comfortable and accommodating… I have stuck with honestly the same few items on the menu, ALL of the Banh Mi sandwiches are fantastic, the iced drinks they have are all awesome (I’ve recently fallen in love with the Chrysanthemum Tea!)…. I would also recommend both flavors of their honeycomb cake, if you're looking for something MILDLY sweet and...

Fantastic everything - food, decor, ambiance and especially the staff! We were thrilled to find out it’s a family run restaurant.

The food really hit the spot for us; the young lady behind the counter was kind enough to give us cushions from the back room so we could even lay down our infant for a diaper change. Very surprised and unexpected.

The rice and beef meal was superb. The lettuce was so crispy and sweet it felt a little surreal. Pickles, amazing. Beef was perfectly seasoned on a generous bed of rice.

The beef bahn mi was fantastic as well. French bread as a base… nothing else to say but yum.

A+ experience for everything. We’d return here...