Northfield, VT — Folino's Pizza, a Vermont favorite with locations in Shelburne, Williston, and Burlington, has arrived in Northfield’s historic train depot on Depot Square.
The new restaurant brings fresh energy and award-winning pizza to the heart of the town.
Folino’s opened on Tuesday, January 14, to rave reviews.
“Just sampled the Frankenstein with a side of the crispy dry rub wings… Outstanding!” wrote one diner on social media. Others who have had Folino’s food expressed their delight to have the high quality restaurant in the heart of downtown Northfield.
The Northfield Train Station, purchased and renovated by Northfield Village Development in 2023, was transformed into a mixed-use space. While Folino's occupies the first floor, the second floor now features apartments, revitalizing the building and adding vibrancy to the community.
Folino’s Pizza first opened in 2012 with a mission to create the best pizza, and the results speak for themselves. The restaurant has won the "Best Vermont Pizza" award for two consecutive years, thanks to its commitment to quality and traditional techniques.
Folino's prides itself on its "naturally leavened" crust, made without commercial yeast and hand-formed to perfection. The sauce, made from crushed plum tomatoes and salt, complements the stone-fired crust for a flavor that Seven Days calls “nothing short of perfection.”
Beyond pizza, the Northfield location will introduce specialty Italian sandwiches, fresh salads, and other surprises to the menu. Guests can also enjoy a selection of beer, wine, ciders, and other beverages. Dining options include eat-in, takeout, and delivery, with individual pizza slices available.
Come spring, patrons can look forward to a spacious outdoor patio with a large awning overlooking the picturesque Northfield Common.
The restaurant’s owner and founder, John Koerner, a Vermont native, brings more than just culinary excellence to Northfield. A celebrated athlete and member of the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame, Koerner holds records in soccer at Champlain Valley Union High School and the University of Vermont. His commitment to sports extends to his restaurants, where he fosters connections with local athletic communities.
General Manager Bobby Seaman will oversee operations at the Northfield location. “I’m thrilled to join the Northfield community and get to know the town’s residents,” Seaman shared.
Local excitement is already palpable. One Northfield resident who has visited Folino's previous locations remarked, “Central Vermont has never tasted a pizza like this! It will knock your socks off.”
Folino’s Pizza is open for lunch and dinner, with plans to operate seven days a week by the summer.
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