The Daily Planet – American
The Daily Planet invites diners into a vibrant, eclectic sanctuary where the warmth of a neighborhood gathering spot meets a menu of creative, soul-warming comfort food. Guests can tuck into velvety sweet potato and apple bisque or share a plate of golden parmesan truffle fries before diving into hearty bowls of Vermont cheddar mac and cheese. Whether you are craving a crisp, locally-sourced beet salad or a robust steak sandwich, the atmosphere hums with a welcoming energy that makes every meal feel like a celebration of fresh flavors and casual sophistication.
15, Center Street, Burlington, VT +18028629647 https://dailyplanetvt.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Daily Planet
Dairy-Free at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters, Patatas Bravas and Seared Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Patatas Bravas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters, Tomato Basil Bucatini and Patatas Bravas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Planet Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Cauliflower, Autumn Spritz and Spicy Green Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters, Patatas Bravas and Grilled Zucchini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at The Daily Planet
The Daily Planet in Burlington has 5 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Patatas Bravas, Seared Cauliflower and Autumn Spritz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Daily Planet
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tomato Basil Bucatini | 79 g | 36.1 g |
| The Planet Burger | 13.2 g | 29.4 g |
| Roma Salad | 84 g | 29 g |
| Steak Frites | 49.3 g | 24.1 g |
| Maplebrook Farm Burrata | 88.8 g | 22 g |
| Parmesan Truffle Fries | 22.6 g | 19.3 g |
| VT Chorizo Burger | 47.6 g | 17.3 g |
| VT Cheddar Mac | 20.6 g | 16.8 g |
| Rosie's Nachos | 108.9 g | 15.6 g |
| Spicy Green Beans | 11.9 g | 13.8 g |
| Autumn Spritz | 127.5 g | 13.6 g |
| Patatas Bravas | 62 g | 11.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Soup and Salad
- Sweet Potato and Apple Bisque - $9: mulled cider reduction, VT creamery chèvre, served with toasted sourdough baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Rim Salad - $15: mixed greens, cucumber, grapes, mint, cilantro, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, maple sesame vinaigrette, gluten-free Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Beet & Arugula Salad - $15: Pitchfork Farm beets, VT chèvre, sourdough croutons, shaved fennel, celery, lemon poppyseed vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roma Salad - $15: crisp romaine, marinated artichokes and chickpeas, crunchy toasted breadcrumbs, roasted garlic dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Snacks
- Rosie's Nachos - $17: house tortilla chips, seasoned VT Bean Crafter's black beans, spicy pickled corn, roasted poblano chimichurri, house pickled jalapeños, salsa taquera, guacamole, scallions, cilantro, gluten-free Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Neil's Nachos - $17: house tortilla chips, local chorizo, cheddar sauce, house-pickled jalapeños, salsa taquera, sour cream, scallions, cilantro, gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- VT Cheddar Mac - $17: housemade cheddar sauce, crispy cheddar crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmesan Truffle Fries - $12: served with roasted garlic aioli, gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Black Bean Burger - $18: scallion aioli, guacamole, pickled jalapeños, shredded lettuce, served with fries or greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $21: shaved local sirloin steak, Jasper Hill Farm Bayley Hazen blue cheese crumbles, pickled red onion, arugula, grilled tomatoes, garlic aioli, served with fries or greens Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner
- VT Chorizo Burger - $19: Cabot cheddar, guacamole, pickled red onions, shredded lettuce, served with fries or greens Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- VT Bean Crafters Falafel Burger - $18: vegan sriracha ranch, cucumbers, pickled red onion, shredded lettuce, served with fries or greens Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- The Planet Burger - $19: two local beef patties with caramelized onions, American cheese, lettuce and housemade special sauce, served with fries or greens Dietary tags: Low-Carb
Small Plates
- Grilled Zucchini - $14: fried capers, whipped lemon ricotta, toasted breadcrumbs, California olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spicy Green Beans - $14: crispy sesame-ginger topping with red pepper flake, garlic, and scallions, gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline
- Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters - $17: grilled scallion aioli, spicy pickled corn, smoked paprika Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Maplebrook Farm Burrata - $18: roasted pear butter, basil puree, crispy prosciutto, toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Seared Cauliflower - $14: Tomato pumpkin seed hummus, house balsamic pickled beets, gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline
- Patatas Bravas - $15: crispy Maine grown potatoes, bravas sauce, parsley, gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Soy Free
Main Courses
- Grilled LedgEnd Farm Venison - $38: Vt pasture raised venison backstrap and tenderloin, local mushroom barley risotto, VT cheddar & kale au gratin, black garlic and rosemary cream
- North African Tagine - $27: Moroccan spiced sweet potato and chickpea stew with cauliflower, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, toasted almonds and dates, served with citrus marinated olives and warm za'tar pita Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Steak Frites - $30: 8oz NY strip, maitre d' butter, parmesan truffle fries, roasted garlic aioli, gluten-free Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Soy Free
- Tomato Basil Bucatini - $28: Imported Italian pasta, zucchini, grilled artichokes, cherry tomatoes, tomato basil cream sauce, green olive tapenade, lemon ricotta, parmesan, served with toasted sourdough baguette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Hot Honey Andouille Shrimp - $32: Pan seared shrimp, North Country andouille sausage, guajillo honey, creamy polenta, sautéed green beans, gluten-free
Beverages
- Autumn Spritz - $12: aperol, dash of cinnamon, pear juice, prosecco, cinnamon sugar rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about The Daily Planet
- Is The Daily Planet dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Daily Planet has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters, Patatas Bravas and Seared Cauliflower.
- What can I eat at The Daily Planet on a dairy-free diet?
- Jalapeno Black Bean Fritters, Patatas Bravas and Seared Cauliflower carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Daily Planet have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Seared Cauliflower and Autumn Spritz.
- Is The Daily Planet gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Daily Planet?
- Tomato Basil Bucatini, at roughly 36.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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