Flatbread Company on St Paul Street in Burlington is the Vermont home base of an organically committed pizza enterprise that has been using 100% certified organic ingredients since its founding. The Burlington location brings the company's signature wood-fired clay oven to the Church Street extended dining district, serving creative flatbread pizzas to a loyal local following and a steady stream of visitors drawn by the restaurant's reputation for quality ingredients and community engagement.
The wood-fired clay oven produces flatbreads with a characteristic thin, slightly irregular crust that carries toppings with confidence. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Flatbread — topped with organic caramelized onions, local mushrooms, organic field greens, and a blend of Vermont cheeses — is the restaurant's most distinctive and celebrated creation, combining earthy Vermont ingredients in an unexpected but successful composition. The classic cheese flatbread showcases the quality of the organic dairy sourcing. Seasonal vegetable flatbreads rotate with the organic growing calendar, incorporating whatever Vermont and New England farms are producing at peak quality.
The restaurant is deeply embedded in Burlington's community. Monthly benefit nights on Tuesday evenings direct a portion of proceeds to local nonprofit organizations, a programme that has created a recurring community event and deepened the restaurant's ties to Burlington's civic life. Guests who visit on benefit nights participate directly in support of local causes.
The dining room is casual and open, with the clay oven as the visual centrepiece and a warm, informal atmosphere suited to families, groups, and solo diners equally. The space fills on weekend evenings, and walk-in waits are common but rarely excessive.
No reservations are accepted; the restaurant operates on a walk-in basis.
Signature dishes
- Nitty Gritty Dirt Flatbread (organic greens, caramelized onions)
- Cheese flatbread
- Seasonal vegetable pizza
Good to know
- Known for
- 100% organic ingredients; wood-fired clay oven; locally sourced toppings
- Hours
- Daily 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Reservations
- Walk-in; waits common on weekends
Location
115 St Paul St, Burlington, VT 05401
44.4802, -73.2128 View on map
Highlights
- 100% certified organic ingredients — a founding commitment maintained across the entire menu
- Wood-fired clay oven producing flatbreads with distinctive thin, slightly charred crust
- Nitty Gritty Dirt Flatbread with organic caramelized onions, local mushrooms, and Vermont cheeses
- Monthly Tuesday benefit nights donating a portion of proceeds to Burlington community organizations
- Central Church Street location accessible to Burlington's pedestrian retail district
Tips for visiting
- Tuesday evening benefit nights are a community event as much as a dinner — check which organization is being supported before visiting
- The Nitty Gritty Dirt Flatbread is the restaurant's most distinctive creation and worth ordering on any visit
- Weekend evenings fill quickly — arriving before 6 PM is the best way to minimize walk-in waits
- The seasonal vegetable flatbreads change regularly and often showcase Vermont produce not found on the standard menu
- The organic cheese flatbread is the best introduction to the quality of the base ingredients and oven technique
Accessibility
The St Paul Street entrance is at street level with step-free access. The dining room is on a single level and is accessible to wheelchair users. Accessible restroom facilities are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Are all ingredients at Flatbread Company certified organic?
Yes — the restaurant uses 100% certified organic ingredients throughout the menu, a commitment that has been maintained since the founding of the American Flatbread brand.
Are there vegan flatbread options?
Yes — vegan flatbread options are available. Ask staff for the current vegan-friendly offerings, which vary with seasonal availability.
Does Flatbread Company take reservations?
No — the restaurant is walk-in only. Weekend evenings are the busiest times; arriving before 6 PM or planning for a later seating reduces wait times.
What are the Tuesday benefit nights?
On Tuesday evenings each month, the restaurant hosts a benefit night where a portion of the evening's proceeds is donated to a local nonprofit organization. The monthly beneficiary varies and is announced in advance.