The Grey Jay

4.8 ( 204 reviews )
Checking... 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM See Hours
$20–30
135 Pearl St, Burlington, VT 05401, United States
+1 802-495-2916
The Grey Jay, nestled in the heart of Burlington, VT, offers a cozy escape for food lovers. This charming restaurant excels in delivering a diverse culinary experience with dishes that are packed with flavor and creativity. Customers rave about the beautifully curated menu, which features an array of inspired options, from the delectable Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned Donut to unique snacks like the Tunisian Deviled Eggs and Halloumi Biscuits. One standout review comes from Jessie Hunt, who enjoyed the warm ambiance and remarkable food, declaring she would carry the flavors in her memory long after her visit. Similarly, Erin Cardon praised the superb catering service, highlighting the freshness and vibrancy of the cuisine for her Christmas Eve spread. The menu's focus on gluten and nut-free options ensures inclusivity without sacrificing taste, as evidenced by the rave reviews for dishes like the shakshuka, complemented by a delightful gluten-free falafel and the unique tahini spiced coffee that customers wish they could take home. With a blend of exceptional service and consciously crafted dishes, The Grey Jay invites diners to savor a vibrant twist on familiar flavors, making it a must-visit destination in Burlington. Whether for brunch or a casual snack, this restaurant promises a memorable culinary adventure.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Reviews For The Grey Jay

Jessie Hunt
May 16,2025
Visiting from NJ with my partner and we LOVED this place. Cute cozy atmosphere, excellent service, and phenomenal food. I will definitely be thinking about the food, coffee, & pastries for a long time and hopefully get to come back to have them again.
Erin Cardon
Apr 11,2025
We had our Christmas Eve spread catered by the Gray Jay! Best decision ever! Emailed directly with Dana at Gray Jay who assisted with menu selection and organizing of pick up. The food was superb, so fresh and flavorful. Would highly recommend utilizing their catering service!
Janhavi Parulekar
Apr 10,2025
The food was delicious! Must visit place if you want to try something different! I got the french toast and potatoes it was delicious! My husband got the shakshuka and the Turkish coffee
Amélie C.
Apr 2,2025
Everything was fantastic, there was a gluten free falafel in place of the bread for the Shakshouka that was awesome! We also got the tahini spiced coffee which was to die for, whatever the white stuff on top of the coffee was, I would munch endlessly on it. 10/10 we love!
Murielle Fedorko
Mar 24,2025
The Grey Jay is a pretty solid place to eat. Went there for brunch and enjoyed every bit of it. I ordered the shakshouka which was very good; the tomatoes and such were left chunkier than other shakshoukas I’ve had, which I thought was a nice touch. The accompanying bread was the perfect choice. Perhaps the best part of the menu was the glossary, a trend I’d love to see more of across the dining scene.
Shari Warden
Mar 23,2025
This is the PERFECT breakfast/brunch spot. Standard Turkish coffee was great, as was the Moroccan coffee on the specials list. Shakshuka was out of this world - tahini and pistachio glazed donut?! Incredible. Hubby had the egg and cheese with a lamb patty and the pear fritter... both bites I tried were also outstanding. It was juuuust busy enough to be bopping, but no real wait. Service was prompt and friendly. 10/10 would come here again!
Blake Rasmussen
Mar 5,2025
A fun menu, and we enjoyed our food. I wish there was a little more spice to what I had (eggs Benedict on falafel), but the deviled eggs and the hummus were delicious. Turkish coffee was also excellent!
Sophie Aronson
Feb 16,2025
Had brunch with friends here today and experienced a religious moment with my chicken sandwich. I was worried I ordered something too simple/boring bc the menu has so much to offer but it was the best chicken sandwich of my life. It was wonderful.

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