Black Cap Coffee is a true local gem. Each location has its own distinct vibe, but they're all warm, cozy, and thoughtfully done. The coffee is consistently excellent (standout espresso and matcha), and they have some of the best gluten-free lunch options around. You can really feel the care behind the details--a European coffee sensibility blended beautifully with Vermont charm.- Black Cap is the kind of place that makes a community better. Grateful to have it here. read more

The funky coffee shop is located in the train station. Excellent coffee and pastries. Plus great breakfast sandwiches and burritos. Their lunch sandwiches are excellent too. The service was excellent. read more

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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One of the best in Vermont. A must stop in the Waterbury area. Go there! Food and coffee delicious! The people are absolutely the nicest! Can't say enough about the wonderful staff! read more

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery is a small chain of gourmet coffeehouses that opened in Stowe, Vermont in 2010. It was founded by husband and wife restaurateurs Chris & Heidi Townsend. The couple had previously owned the Firehouse Roasting Company and Café in Barré as well as the Stowe Coffee House. When Black Cap first opened, it was originally a coffeehouse that also doubled as a ceramic studio and art gallery. Also in 2010, Laura Vilalta would relocate from Barcelona, Spain to Vermont with her three children who were ski racers. Vilalta was only supposed to stay in Vermont for a year, but she fell in love with the state and the lifestyle and decided to stay permanently. When she heard that the Townsends were selling Black Cap in 2012, she decided to purchase it. Over the years, she slowly made the coffeehouse her own and eventually added other locations. A second location opened in Morrisville in 2017, a third opened in Burlington in 2021, and a fourth opened inside the historic Waterbury Train Station in late 2022. Each location offers gourmet coffee and tea, smoothies, fresh baked goods, sandwiches, and craft beer from local breweries. I recently visited Black Cap's Waterbury location while I was on a Vermont craft beer road trip. In the morning on the second day of my trip, I left the historic Old Stagecoach Inn where I was staying and decided to take a walk around town and see what Waterbury had to offer. During my walk, I found the beautiful old train station and saw that it housed both a small visitor center and a coffeehouse. I poked my head inside Black Cap and really liked the interior. After looking over the menu, I decided to order a "Nutella Latte" (mocha, hazelnut). I must say that the baked goods all looked pretty good, but I already had breakfast and wasn't really hungry. After getting my coffee, I investigated the visitor center next door and learned about the train station's history. Built in 1875, it was a popular stop for the Central Vermont Railroad. By the late 20th century, passenger traffic had dwindled and the building was left to rot. A major restoration project went on from 1997 - 2006. At that time, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters opened a location which operated there until 2021. Black Cap's Waterbury location has some excellent coffee and some nice history for railroad buffs like myself. I'm happy to have found it! read more

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This is a really cute cafe with yummy pastries. I absolutely loved their Vermont sausage with caramelized onions croissant. the croissant was flakey and buttery while the sausage and onion made it even more savory. The matcha latte was okay, felt like it was really sweet. And I also got cupcakes, the hazelnut chocolate one was divine! read more

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery - a hand holding a pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

Ordered a drip grind and a pastry. Bill came to over $11. When questioned I was made aware of a 10% " college fund" fee. Not posted. This whole tipping thing has gotten out of hand and now extra hidden fees? I sit down get waited on I leave a tip. I stand in line bus my own , no tip. read more

Very cute and spacious cafe. Ordered a bfast sandwich, vegan burrito, almond croissant, cinnamon bun, and a cappuccino. The cappuccino was very bland, basically just tasted like milk and was not a true cappuccino, it was a coffee flavored latte. The food, however, is mostly excellent and fast. The vegan burrito was almost too close to real eggs for me but I still enjoyed it due to the "salsa," which was actually pico de gallo, just wish there was 3x as much given, the burrito is huge and could be easily shared. I ate just half. A hot sauce would have been ideal. The almond croissant was a culinary triumph. The cinnamon roll was extremely dry and chewy, definite pass on this. read more

If you're looking for a cozy, picturesque spot that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie, Black Cap Coffee & Bakery in Westbury/Stowe, Vermont, is the place to go! Located near the Amtrak train station, this café is perfect for escaping the city and soaking in the charm of Vermont. The staff here is phenomenal--super friendly and welcoming. As first-time visitors traveling from Montreal and Boston, we were greeted warmly, and the cashier gave us amazing recommendations. We tried: * A chocolate croissant (delicious, though I should've asked to have it warmed up--totally my miss!). * Turkey, egg, and cheese sandwiches x3--fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. * Lattes that were smooth, creamy, and hit the spot. The inside is cozy and inviting, with an ambiance that makes you want to linger a little longer. What sets this location apart is its beauty inside and out, making it my favorite among the Black Cap Coffee spots in Vermont. Highly recommend this gem for anyone in the area or passing through. I can't wait to visit again! read more

Great spot. Old train depot which is a cool vibe. Coffee is great! Good seating options with seating outside and covered.

This is a cute location and the food available is nice I apreciate that there are dairy free options. My complaint is how I feel nickle and dimed to death. You have to pay extra foe EVERY Thing. Even the cream in your coffee! My usual drink at a well know coffee house costs about $5 or $6. Here it costs around $10. On top of that, there is an automatic 10% gratuity added to every order.the quality of my drink is hit or miss and I usually have to double check some details eg making sure they marked the cup as decaf and the proper milk choice. That aside, if I didn't feel nickle and dimed to death, I would probably frequent this chain more often. read more

The food is fresh and delicious. The bakery items are all beautiful and taste great. The sandwiches are also wonderful. The coffees are well prepared and very good. The service is excellent, but be prepared to wait. It's a small operation, so I don't find that unusual. Very popular spot, so be prepared to wait in line. Definitely recommend. read more

Sweet place in the old train station. Ordered a medium hot latte with The Vermonter sandwich for lunch. Very good sandwhich. Latte is hot, yum. Big storm last night cut off electricity to Warren, including Sugarbush Resort! What to do? Come here. read more

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery - Great atmosphere! Relaxing vibe. - Bakeries Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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More like 2.5 star rating.. the food is decent however every time I order I get surprised with what I actually get. I'm not sure why it's so unpredictable when I order the same thing each time (the BLT-C, which each picture is a different order). Sometimes I get 2 sandwiches, sometimes 1. Sometimes they include chips in the order, sometimes they don't. This time I got my sandwich but it was missing lettuce. It just can never seem to be right. Outside of that, the food is decent, I'm gluten free and have never gotten ill (yet - I'm constantly worried I may get glutened just due to the variances in orders each time), and the food comes out quick. However, if you get food anxiety or just want predictable and consistent food, maybe try another place. read more

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What a wonderful new location for Black Cap Coffee. Wonderful menu for coffee, pastries, and sandwiches. On site bakery, beautiful sitting inside and outside, and a park right across the parking lot when the weather is nice. read more

Very disappointed in our visit today. This is the second visit we have made here, food was decent however when we got a copy of our receipt, I noticed a section that said 10% service fee. When I asked the girl behind the counter what this was for I was informed it was an automatic gratuity added to the bill for the "bakers and back house staff" that don't receive tips as well. I said what? The girl then dug out from behind the counter, a printed notice to all customers. This was not in plain view or posted anywhere to see. This was hidden from view. It reads as this: 10% Minimum Service Fee will be applied to all checks automatically. This fee reflects our commitment to compensating our employees fairly. Customers who wish to add additional gratuity may do so at the end of their transaction. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. What in the world is going on here? I feel as though this is a cheap attempt to offset the cost of actually PAYING their employees a fair working wage, by passing it off onto the customer, and making it our responsibility to do it for them. We will not be back. As a company who "values" their employees and customers, you should do better. It is not the consumers responsibility to pick up your slack in paying your staff! Disgusted for sure. If this is a company policy you hold strong to, this notice should be CLEARLY POSTED in direct view of the customer, that can actually be seen, not hiding behind the counter covered by stuff. Most places post a notice like this right on their menu! read more

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery - 10%service fee is an automatically added gratuity for the back of house employees who don't get tips. - Bakeries Near Me - Waterbury, Vermont

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I ordered a London fog, and it was pretty good! But. I also got a blt + c and I found MULTIPLE hairs in my sandwich which I was very unsatisfied with. Customer service was alright, not great. The management must not be great. read more

While the pastries are delicious, the bathroom was terrible. Dirty toilet and baby changing station. Grime on the trim. Given the cafe has only one bathroom, it must get a lot of use. Seemed like it hadn't been cleaned in 5+ days. I'm a local and this is not the first occurrence of a dirty bathroom. read more

From panini to pastry's to desserts. Incredible gluten free options. 10/10 Truly worth the stop.

Beware. They add a 10% service fee and don't tell you. The food is good but a bit overpriced.

Great location in a converted railroad station. Outside seating is under cover and makes for a nice respite to get ready for the day with a coffee and breakfast sandwich read more