The Café
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8 AM - 6 PM
SUNDAY - THURSDAY: 8 AM - 4 PM
Breakfast & Lunch at Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury Center VT
Welcome to the Café & Tasting Room at Cold Hollow. When you visit our authentic cider mill, we invite you to make the most of your stop with fresh, Vermont-inspired food and drink served in a relaxed, welcoming space. Sit down for a plated breakfast or lunch, or grab something quick on your way through the Mill.
Breakfast, Served 8:00 – 10:30 am
From our legendary cider donuts turned into French toast to Cold Hollow cheddar biscuits smothered in sausage gravy, breakfast here is built to fuel a morning on the mountain or a slow Vermont start.
Lunch, Served 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (4:00 pm Weekends)
Dig into a full plate at the Café, from hearty smoked meats to Vermont-inspired classics like our Cider Mill 'Vermonter' and The Hollow Burger. Pair it with a Vermont craft beer or one of our own hard ciders, and see our full lunch menu below.
Fresh from the Bake Case
Homemade Cakes, house-baked breads, and daily sweets made right here at the mill, ready to grab on your way out or enjoy with a coffee in the tasting room.
Grab-and-Go Breakfast, Available Early in the Mill
Handheld breakfast sandwiches ready when you are, perfect for the early commute or first chair on the mountain.
Tour Group Information
We’re tour-group friendly.
Even our location brings a smile: We’re conveniently located right on Rt. 100 between Ben & Jerry’s and the village of Stowe. We always do our best to personally greet large groups and even try to ensure easy parking for your coach driver. There’s plenty to see and do, and your group’s “agritainment” experience here is free. So is our glorious view of the Worcester Mountain range. People also love shopping here, and we’re ready to ship any purchases your group might make. We require that large groups book ahead of time. Just give us a call at 802-244-8771 or email us at info@coldhollow.com.
Private Events
Large parties leave with large smiles.
Planning a private rehearsal dinner, birthday party, or appreciation party? We don't take reservations during normal business hours, but we happily host and cater many kinds of large private evening parties in our restaurant and hard cider tasting room. Even dance parties: We have a built-in dance floor made from reclaimed fence wood from the 1800s…we like to party too! That’s why we have two portable bars, seating for 75 or more, and an outdoor covered deck for 36 depending on the season. We’ll even work with you to create and cater a custom event menu from our homemade favorites (and beyond) to help make your special occasion even more special.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Café at Cold Hollow offers a variety of Vermont-inspired breakfast and lunch options, including fresh breakfast sandwiches, paninis, wraps, salads, and baked goods. Guests can also enjoy sweet treats like cider donuts and items from the bake case, along with locally crafted beverages.
Yes, the café features a tasting room where guests can enjoy Cold Hollow’s hard ciders, as well as Vermont craft beer and other beverages. Cider flights are often available, allowing visitors to sample multiple flavors.
Start your morning with a satisfying breakfast, served daily from 8:00 to 10:30 am. Sit down for a plated breakfast or grab one of our new grab-and-go breakfast sandwiches, available early in the Mill for those heading to work or hitting the ski slopes.
Lunch runs from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (4:00 pm on weekends), with plated options alongside our grab-and-go favorites. Sip a Vermont craft beer or one of our own hard ciders, and treat yourself to something sweet from our bake case.
Yes, the café offers a relaxed dine-in experience with both indoor seating and an outdoor deck. Guests can enjoy a cozy atmosphere inside the tasting room or sit outside and take in scenic Vermont views.