Welcome to American Flatbread
American Flatbread, located in the heart of Waitsfield, Vermont, is a cherished destination known for its delicious flatbread-style pizzas and vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy locally sourced ingredients in each dish, from the acclaimed Revolution Flatbread to fresh salads featuring local cheeses. The dining experience is complemented by an inviting outdoor space with fire pits, perfect for socializing while waiting for the renowned wood-fired pizzas to emerge from the clay oven. With a commitment to exceptional service and a thriving local beer selection, American Flatbread offers more than just a meal—it’s a celebration of community and culinary artistry.
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46 Lareau Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, United States Hotline: +1 802-496-8856
Welcome to American Flatbread, a culinary gem situated in the scenic town of Waitsfield, Vermont. This lively restaurant has garnered a loyal following and is often described as a valley treasure by its patrons, and for good reason. It boasts a stunningly rustic atmosphere, complete with a giant clay hearth oven that fills the air with the inviting aroma of wood smoke and melting cheese. Whether you’re dining indoors or enjoying the outdoor seating around the firepit, the ambiance here is designed to elevate your dining experience.
American Flatbread specializes in delightful flatbread pizzas that are as flavorful as they are innovative. Using locally sourced ingredients, each dish is crafted with care, reflecting the essence of Vermont’s rich agricultural landscape. Highlights include the “Revolution Flatbread,” which stands out for its exquisite blend of flavors, and the “Evolution Salad,” adorned with fresh greens and locally sourced blue cheese. Many guests recommend trying the special brisket flatbread, while others sing praises for the Classic Vermont Sausage flatbread. The gluten-free crust option also receives accolades, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this beloved dish.
Customers have noted the efficient service but also recommend arriving early to avoid potential waits—especially during peak dining hours when the restaurant truly comes alive. Guests often pass the time at the bar, sampling some of Vermont's finest beers from renowned local breweries, such as Lawson's and Hill Farmstead, whilst perusing the enticing menu. The wood-fired pizzas emerge from the oven quickly; you’ll be dining in no time.
To top off your meal, don’t skimp on dessert. The bakery's infamous brownie sundae, drizzled with hot fudge and served with creamy ice cream, is an experience that promises to leave you delightful. It’s the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal.
American Flatbread isn't just about the food; it's about the sense of community and the warm, rustic charm that envelops you the moment you step through the door. This restaurant embraces its mountainous surroundings and invites you to savor not only a meal but also the nurturing atmosphere. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by American Flatbread—you won’t just leave with a satisfied appetite; you’ll carry away a sense of peace and fulfillment.
Best Pizza in the AREA!! I was staying in the area with my friend and we passed this location several times wondering what the business was since it always looked busy in the evening, while searching for dinner we found out it was actually American Flatbread!! We made plans to go the next evening, I will note that we had a 45 min wait but that is on us (we went around 6pm) and it gets busy early evening. I would advise to go really early or later at night. You can grab a drink at the bar and look through the menu while you wait as you will put in your order before you’re walked to your table. The pizza came out fairly quickly for how busy it was, let me tell you!! It was so so GOOD!! Great Flatbread style pizza (I asked for extra cheese because why wouldn’t I!?). Please visit if you can, the outdoor area is great with fire pits and outdoor areas to hangout and wait out on.
American Flatbread is a valley treasure. The food is great, service is excellent and it runs like a well oiled machine. Our table near the oven offered a great view of the flatbread making process. We shared the Evolution Salad with local blue cheese from von Trapp. The Revolution Flatbread, our favorite, was very good. The rustic apple pie heated in the pizza oven served with vanilla ice cream was the perfect way to finish the meal. The menu features beers from the best Vermont breweries including Fiddlehead, Frost, Lawson's and Hill Farmstead. As we left the firepit was blazing with folks enjoying the warmth and a brew. A highly recommended experience.
Amazing pizza. We went early on a Thirsday (5pm) and we were seated right away. We watched them bake the pizza in the wood oven. A bit warm inside, but fun to watch. The pizza was outstanding. 5 people, we ordered 1 small and 1 regular size and it was just enough. Probably could have ordered 2 regular sized....but we wouldn't have had room on the table
Such a fantastic place to go! If you going for takeout, make sure to order as early as possible. For dine in, also be prepared to wait at the bar but IT IS WORTH THE WAIT! They have a few different pizzas and dishes that are regularly on the menu, but the specials are really great. They have gluten free crust that is really good! The ingredients are local and fresh. We loved watching our pizzas get cooked. Definitely get the sausage pie and I loved the pepperoni and peppers.
LOVED this place! We ordered the Classic Vermont Sausage and the “special” brisket flatbread. 2 halves was the perfect portion for two! Evolution salad was AMAZING! This place is legit! Must try!!!
I’ve been coming to American Flatbread for almost 40 years now, and every time I return, it’s like stepping into a pocket of peaceful magic where the world slows down and everything just... feels right. Nestled in the green heart of Waitsfield, this place is more than a restaurant—it’s a ritual. The energy here is grounded and glowing, from the giant clay hearth oven that radiates warmth and love, to the open fields where kids run barefoot under the mountain sky. The barn hums with life—laughter, good vibes, and the scent of wood smoke mingling with fresh basil and melting cheese. You can taste the care in every flatbread, each one a canvas of local ingredients from farmers who know the land and love what they grow. The food? Soulful and straight from the land. The Evolution Salad bowls packed with greens so fresh you’d swear they were picked moments ago. The Revolution and Punctuated Equilibrium are more than menu items—they’re philosophies, slices of something deeper. Don’t leave without getting the brownie sundae. It’s a masterpiece, topped with hot fudge and scoops of ice cream that swirl together like yin and yang. It’s peace, love, and chocolate. American Flatbread isn’t just a place to eat—it’s a place to feel grounded, grateful, and full. And yeah, there’s usually a wait. We get there early, post up by the bonfire, and sip on some of the best local brews Vermont has to offer, under a sky that always seems to be putting on a show. Let the mountain air work its magic. This place has soul. It feeds more than your stomach—it fills your spirit. After three and a half decades of going, I can say with love and certainty: American Flatbread isn’t just a meal. It’s home.
Great food, great atmosphere, wonderful service and friendly employees. Outdoor seating available (was raining for us so we sat inside) kid friendly.
Many reviews have said something similar but being from NJ, I admit to being a pizza snob. My family was at Warren Falls with no cell service so I asked someone for a good place to eat before making to drive back home and this was recommended. I was very reluctant and expecting to have mediocre pizza at best but oh boy was I wrong. The pizza was easily up there with some of the best pizza I’ve eaten. Along with the great ambiance and friendly staff this place is truly a gem. This place gets extremely busy so go early or prepare to wait but it will be worth it.