Sweet Birch Coffee Roasters and Bakery — Restaurant in Wallingford

I stopped here initially because I was driving to Killington Ski Resort from the mid-Atlantic and needed a rest break. It was a stroke of luck this was the first place I saw!

I initially thought I would just get a cup of coffee and be on my way as the shop was closing soon… but then I saw the scones. There were two blueberry scones, and they looked pretty good, and they were half off because it was 10 minutes before closing, so I bought both in thanks for using the facilities.

The coffee (an Americano) was fantastic - a well balanced and rich tasting European-style espresso. The scones were even better! Probably some of the best I have had in the United States - a perfect blend of crisp exterior with soft interior, and not too sweet. So good, that my family bought most of the rest of what was left to eat as breakfast the next day. Everything was superb - we tried the coffee cake, carrot cake, and a “pizza” danish. The pastry was properly flakey, the cakes moist and flavorful.

On our return trip, we stopped again- not just because I needed a cup of coffee, but because I had to get another couple scones! This bakery and coffee shop will be a regular stop during my next trip to Vermont! Unfortunately, I don’t have pictures… the scones didn’t last long enough for me to think of...

What a delightful find in Wallingford! I ended up at Sweet Birch after my Cape Air flight was delayed out of Rutland — and I’m glad I did. I enjoyed a perfectly made cappuccino and a raspberry oat bar that was fresh and delicious.

The café itself is welcoming and full of character — cozy seating nooks, greenery, and a bright pastry case stocked with tempting treats. It’s the kind of place where you want to linger, whether at the big farmhouse table or by the sunny window.

Service was exceptional: the young man behind the counter was knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely personable — a rarity these days. His kindness really made the stop memorable.

Highly recommend this café for anyone passing through Wallingford or looking for a great local...

We had the pleasure of working with Betsy at Sweet Birch Bakery for our small dessert table and cutting cake, and the experience was incredible. During our menu tasting at Mountain Top Resort, we sampled her desserts for the first time and were absolutely blown away—her mini cheesecakes, in particular, were unforgettable.

For our wedding, Betsy created a dessert table featuring eight different options, giving our guests a wonderful variety to choose from. Everything was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about it, and we are still hearing about how wonderful her treats were! I would wholeheartedly recommend Sweet Birch Bakery for...