The Pantry Bakery - Washington

The first time I saw the new layout of The Pantry I thought the tables and chairs must have been moved to the sides to clean the rugs. Then I realized there were no longer rugs or table settings or table service. Just a utilitarian cafe/gift shop, to go vibe.In a world that is becoming increasingly more mechanized and typically informal it was nice to have had this consistent retreat with its ever so nourishing touch of class. Speaking from a deep sense of tradition yet always with its own contemporary style. It spoke truly of a time of hearth and home. This being the signature trademark of The Pantry.Of course one could argue that community itself plays the most important role but what are we without the feeding of all of our senses?Like so many once beautiful institutions that “modernize” they can rest their merits on “the food is still the same”. But with even our local convenient stores upping the ante with exotic drinks and healthy snacks there starts to be little to no distinction between the nearest gas station vs. a Starbucks or our local eatery as everything starts to look slightly and ever more slightly the same.

My friend Susan and I visited your store on Saturday Feb 10th after having eaten Brunch at the Mayflower hotel in Litchfield. We both bought a large tub of your delicious vegetable chili. Both had it for dinner last night and it was truly fabulous. I’ll definitely stop into your store and pick up a few things next time I’m at the Mayflower Inn Spa.

Cute little cafe and sundries store in quaint Washington Depot! Small selection of food items, but all sure to be good. The smoked salmon sandwich is usually top notch. Highly recommend the lamb gyro when it’s available. Also, don’t forget to grab a cookie as they are delicious! Vegetarian options: Plenty of non-meat options

I never knew how special a sandwich could be until today. Quite simply, the best sandwich I have ever had. And the staff is just as special as the sandwich. Thanks so much for the excellent experience!

Best diner we visited during our trip to Vermont. Dietary restrictions: I am Gluten free and it was no problem for the very friendly and helpful staff to accommodate me.