Frequently Asked Questions

What are your hours?

We're open every day, 7:00am–6:00pm, at 101 South Main St in downtown Hardwick, Vermont. Creemees are served daily from 3pm to 6pm, and baked empanadas are typically ready starting at 11am.

What coffee do you serve?

We pull espresso with Carrier Roasting's Chit Chat blend (decaf available too), and our drip coffee rotates between single origin medium roasts and a dark roast from Carrier Roasting, Big Gear Coffee, and other Vermont roasters.

Do you have dairy-free milk options?

Yes! Macadamia nut milk and oat milk are available in any drink for +$1.

Do you have gluten-free options?

Quite a few: including but not limited to overnight oats, coconut chia pudding, and our yogurt parfait are all gluten-free, and we have gluten-free cones for creemees

Do you have wifi?

Yes — free wifi, password is posted

Do you have seating?

We have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating

Can I order ahead?

Yes, call 802-472-7947 to order ahead, or for larger orders please submit a request here. Pre-orders of $100 or more receive a discount of 15%.

Are dogs welcome?

Yes, well behaved dogs and service dogs please

Where do I park?

Street parking.

What's a creemee?

The Vermont name for soft serve — and a point of pride! Ours is made with local organic milk from Old Tower Creamery with house-made waffle cones.

Do you source locally?

As much as we can! Organic milk from Rogers Farmstead, coffee from Carrier Roasting and Big Gear Coffee, loose leaf teas from Stone Leaf Teahouse, sausage from Snug Valley Farm, and more during the season.

Can I rent the space for an event?

Sometimes, please send us an inquiry.

Can you handle large or special orders?

We'd love to! Anything on our regular menu is usually available in larger quantities, and we're happy to make something special for you. See our Special Orders page or reach out at 802-472-7947.

Do you have a second location?

Yes — Front & Center at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center, open seasonally from December till March.

How do I hear about events?

We host gallery openings, live music, and community events regularly. Check our News & Events page, follow us on Instagram @FrontSeatCoffee, or sign up for our email newsletter.