The Spotted Cow Cafe

4.7 (82)

2291 West St, Barre, MA 01005

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Coffee shop
Bakery
Diner
Farm

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  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

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Amanda Olney

2024-05

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Kathy Roth

2024-01

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Alicia Quigley

2023-12

I bought a breakfast sandwich, which is my favorite breakfast. Only their sandwich has fresh sausage and farm eggs- totally knocks the others out of the ring as far as yumminesss. But today, a fresh bagel? Am I emotional this morning? Maybe. Am I weeping over the deliciousness of the sandwich and hot coffee while alone in my car driving to work? Definitely.Parking: It’s good 👍Kid-friendliness: Lots of games for kids to play

Bill taylor

2023-10

I will be back with my friends photos. This was chosen as a motorcycle destination for an hour ride today. Incredible detail to coffees, coffee flughts and fresh made baking. Incredible infusions of flavors. This is going to be a frequent target for fall rides and some car trips after that. FANTASTIC. IT RATES A 6.0Vegetarian options: All the baking and beveragesParking: Along 122 near barre ma

Sagen Jackson

2024-04

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Angela Lyon

2023-10

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Paula J Cronin

2023-05

Scenery was breathtaking, it made you appreciate those rare days that look like a picture post card. My son enjoyed seeing the goats.He also liked the chicken that was wandering around. I liked the tin American eagle and charming art deco chickens that were on the porch. As for the hand painted sign they had displayed out front with the phrase " Good Vibes Only" are words to live by. Unfortunately my son and I did not get to go into the cafe. The hours on the door stated they're open Tuesday- Friday 9am-6pm and weekends 9am- 6pm, but when we arrived around 2:30pm there was a sign on the door apologizing for having to close at 2:00pm that day due to staffing. This unfortunately is not a rare occurrence in businesses these days, so I suggest calling to make sure they are open and I will do the same as I do plan on returning to purchase those muffins I've heard good things about, and when I do I'll update my review.

Leah

2023-05

Absolutely adore the Spotted Cow! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The drinks are amazing and they always have lots of fresh pastry available! Love taking a long ride on the weekends to visit!

Cherriann Pearson

2024-04

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Jana E Dengler

2024-04

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Kate Tufano

2023-10

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Tammy Gehring

2024-03

Loved it here but not really happy with a 78.00 bill for 4 people. 2 sausage and egg meals @ 13.00 each, 1 bacon abd egg same 13.00 and a bagel with cream cheese, I will say 7.00 for that( complete guess). The rest was all coffee, I have never seen a breakfast place charge 3.00 for coffee and NOT give you a free refill. We won't be back just because I'm cheap and refuse to pay 12.00 for the 2 cups of coffee that I know we will each drink with breakfast. With tip 100.00 breakfast for 4

Angela Gates

2024-03

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Majenta Gafford

2024-03

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Lindsey Bassett

2024-03

My sister and I have tried coming here twice now. The first time was completely packed, everyone was sitting down and it was very cramped, no one even had a drink or food in front of them, not one employee in sight. The parking lot was so full we were lucky to be in my tiny subcompact car or we wouldn't have been able to park. Second time we walked in, no one greeted us, there's no signs anywhere explaining anything. Apparently you stand near the back of the place to order coffee, and you go up to the little iPad station to order baked goods. When you try to order baked goods an employee has to walk through all the customers in line and ask people to move so you can point to the baked good you want from the case. There was only like 4 options... 3 muffins and one banana bread thing. Are you serious? We figured all this out by watching the regulars come in. This place caters exclusively to regulars. Not sure how anyone would become a regular here, maybe the service was good in the past. So incredibly unfriendly and unwelcoming. Employees kept walking past us, we were obviously confused. We had to ask an employee if we could be seated. She said yes of course, sat us down and gave us 2 menus. Mind you, that same girl just picked up two cups from that table and didnt even clean it off. No one came back. We had now been there for 25 minutes. Finally, we got up and asked what we were supposed to do because we wanted to order. The girl seemed overwhelmed and was like "uhhhhh I can...uh yeah, I'll take your order." While looking around at the other customers. It was no where near as busy as it was the first time we came. When I started to order eggs and toast she told us the kitchen closes at 12. What?? You're open until 6pm. No signage anywhere. No one thought to tell us that when we asked to be seated? So you only serve coffee and muffins until 6pm...? So we just wasted all that time there and ended up leaving to find a different place to eat at. I'm trying to live a healthier lifestyle so a muffin wasn't what I had planned to order, so we just left empty handed for a second time. We really tried to give this place a second chance because we thought they were just understaffed or off their game the first time. My sister left so sad and disappointed, she recently moved to the area and wanted to support local businesses. What an absolute train wreck of a restaurant. My sister wanted to go here so bad for a flavored coffee flight and a blueberry muffin but after this nonsense we will never be back. Such terrible customer service. The idea of a great place is there. Completely horrendous execution.

Yvonne Smith

2024-02

Small but nice cafe!Asked for flavored coffee, but not sure what went wrong, didn’t taste as expected.Love the patio that I’m sure it’s pleasant during the summer days.

William Sylvester

2022-05

A quick trip to a hidden 💎 - organic crafted foods and beverages , as well as select organic grocery items and original available artwork are readily available. Join the Spotted Cow card club and be eligible for a donation to your choice of charity recipient 🤝 - truly worth the experience 👍- hidden benefit 🤫it is located on a working farm 🐣 🏠 🐄 .( Tip : pastries are just like Gramma baked °~¿?~°)

Kevin Mahoney

2023-10

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Jaci Schneider

2023-05

One of my favorite cafes! The coffee is some of the best I’ve had, the baked goods are fresh and delicious and the barista was super friendly and helpful

Mike Ogden

2023-12

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Shawn Lucas

2023-09

The owner is super helpful and willing to chat with you. Great coffee and pastries. Support this local business.Dietary restrictions: She has gluten free pastries.

Heather Pierce

2023-11

I had been wanting to try this place for awhile, so I was excited to do so for the first time recently, when I had the opportunity. Just the other day, I visited with my fiancé & his cousin, after the kids were off to school around 9am. It wasn't too hard to find, though much smaller than I had expected. When we first walked in, I noticed how crammed the dining area appeared, with very little space in between tables. In fact, it was so close that you could probably almost touch the table nearest yours! I suffer from severe anxiety, so I wasn't interested in staying to be seated, so we instead explained to the owner (or employee?) that we'd be getting our order to go. We told her we were interested in coffees & something from their baked goods section. She then proceeded to make our coffees, and I couldn't help but wonder whether she was on her own, because of how long it took her (we only had 2, but the service was really slow!) Then another woman (employee I'm assuming, or possibly an owner?) emerged from the back & rather than help to finish our order, began taking orders from other customers behind us, who hadn't been waiting nearly as long as we had been, which seemed unfair, because normally you'd think first come, first serve....but apparently they don't operate this way. My fiancé had his heart set on a blueberry muffin as well, but working person #2 who maybe could've/should've assisted us first, went & sold the last of them to the folks behind us! Granted there was only a few left minutes prior, that's not the point. I believe the woman must have overheard us talking, because she then mentioned how it would be another 40 mins until more muffins were available. I don't know many people who have that kind of free time, or would wait that long for a muffin. Anyway, I will say that what we ordered was *pretty good*. Between us 3, a coffee cake muffin, cookies & cream muffin, & chocolate peanut butter oat bar. My fiancés cousin enjoyed his regular coffee, but we thought that the Butterfinger tasted more like "plain chocolate" or basic mocha & weren't too impressed, though it was at least freshly made. They also had a dog randomly roaming around the café...I love animals, but this just didn't set well with me. Not everyone likes dogs/other pets, some might also have pet allergies or phobias of dogs. It just seemed out of place at an establishment that serves food. I'd be worried that a young child might be afraid of a dog (my 5 year old daughter who has Autism & developmental delay is afraid of medium-large dogs, for example!) or someone elderly or disabled could possibly trip over him/her, seeing as the animal did seem curious about people & was actually approaching & smelling the customers right in the main dining area. Personally, I feel that you have only one chance to make a good first impression, and we honestly left disappointed & not just about the dog or blueberry muffin. The overall vibe was just really "meh" & we had looked forward to a much better overall experience. I'm glad others seem to really enjoy it, but we're in no rush to return anytime soon!*~《Notes: If the dog is a service dog, I do apologize!》~*

Don Heath

2023-11

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Mary Pierce

2023-11

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Kathy Dow

2024-03

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Reba Frederics

2022-05

My coworkers and I went here for a working lunch, and it was just a lovely experience all around. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting. The food was wonderfully delicious, light but filling super fresh muffins and scones. The drinks were my favorite part. I had a mocha pistachio hot cocoa with oat milk. It was so good! The barista was so welcoming and sweet, and she chose perfect adorable mugs and plates for each of our personalities. I can't wait to go back!

Michelle Levesque

2023-07

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Tyler Farland

2023-05

WHAT A FIND! The perfect little coffee shop located on a farm down a scenic winda road. Great way to start a sunny day off. Amazing handmade pastries, coffee stands out from other spots, and the most friendly owner. A small gift shop is attached. I could see it getting pretty busy if you go at the wrong time however we personally didn't run into that issue

Sam

2023-05

Love Rachel and she literally has the best pastries and muffins! She goes above and beyond with the kids and keeps things crafty, not to mention everything is clean and well stocked. Great location!

joseph benoit

2023-05

Favorite coffee joint! Friendly staff and fun options! If they offer any food for breakfast or lunch, go ahead and order it! All made with love and from scratch. Always enjoy going out of my way to go there!

Opening Hours

Monday 6 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 6 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 6 AM-6 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday 6 AM-6 PM

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