Sometimes when you walk through the door of a restaurant, you feel like you’ve instantly been transported to another country or time period. There’s an eatery in Vermont that not only does that, it transports you to whole other world. Step through the doors and feel like you’ve entered the Middle Earth at this hobbit house restaurant.

From the outside, the Yellow Deli in Rutland looks like any other cheerful restaurant on a charming street running through the center of town in Vermont.

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Enter the deli and you’ll stop and shake your head in awe. The inside of this place looks like it could be somewhere a hobbit might take a meal.

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The warm interior with gnarled wood furniture is just the beginning. A hug stone fireplace also adds to the atmosphere.

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The rustic accents and lighting just add to the feel of being underground in a hobbit hole.

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Even the murals with their fantastical trees contribute to the magical ambiance of this spot.

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The food is warm and earthy like it was plucked out of the Shire and placed in front of you.

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Find a variety of yummy soups and mouthwatering sandwiches on the menu at the Yellow Deli. But one of the best things you’ll find is the scrumptious artisan bread.

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Lighter fare includes salads of many kinds. You can also get breakfast like waffles, eggs, and delicious baked goods at this spot.

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Enjoy the fantastic food and warm atmosphere at this friendly downtown place.

Google Images/Gabriel Nelson The Yellow Deli is open 24 hours a day 5 days a week. They close Friday at 3 p.m. and reopen Sunday at 12 p.m., otherwise, they are ready for your visit any time day or night. Find this deli at 23 Center St., Rutland, VT 05701. For more information or to view their full menu, visit their website.

Have you ever dined at this hobbit house restaurant? What did you think of the Yellow Deli? It isn’t the only quirky eatery in Vermont. Take a look at this dreamy teahouse barn or this unusual Turkish cafe.

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The Yellow Deli is open 24 hours a day 5 days a week. They close Friday at 3 p.m. and reopen Sunday at 12 p.m., otherwise, they are ready for your visit any time day or night. Find this deli at 23 Center St., Rutland, VT 05701. For more information or to view their full menu, visit their website.

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