A Sweet Escape in Bolton: Discovering Charhause Cookie

Bolton, Connecticut, offers a delightful surprise for those seeking a gluten-free treat and a cozy atmosphere: Charhause Cookie. This micro-bakery and cafe has quickly become a local favorite, known for its delicious pastries, coffee, and welcoming community space.

From Macarons to a Community Hub

Charhause Cookie began as a passion project, specializing in custom macarons. The founder, Kate, started baking whereas working a corporate job, seeking a creative outlet. Demand grew, allowing her to leave her corporate career and expand Charhause into the cafe it is today. Charhause Cookie is now a place where people can gather, connect, and enjoy a variety of offerings.

Gluten-Free Goodness and Local Ingredients

Everything at Charhause Cookie is completely gluten-free, yet the bakery promises you wouldn’t know it. The bakery also prioritizes local sourcing, with ingredients sourced locally whenever possible. The menu includes breakfast sandwiches, pastries, macarons, and a variety of beverages, including Silk City Coffee.

More Than Just a Bakery: A Community Focus

Charhause Cookie stands out for its commitment to its team. Tips are pooled and distributed evenly among all staff, including the bakers. The cafe also fosters a kid-friendly environment, featuring a small window library with books and games and a Mac table with kid-sized chairs. Customers praise the space as ideal for remote operate, meeting friends, or hosting small events.

Visiting Charhause Cookie

Charhause Cookie is located at 299 Boston Turnpike, Bolton, Connecticut, 06043. Here are the current opening hours:

• Monday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Tuesday: Closed
• Wednesday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Thursday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Friday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Sunday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Grill hours vary slightly: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday close at 1:45 pm; Thursday closes at 4:00 pm; and Sunday closes at 12:45 pm. Lunch is available after 11:00 am.

Customer Reviews

Charhause Cookie has garnered positive reviews from customers. Samantha Lazo describes it as “hands down one of the best places around,” even for those who aren’t gluten-free. McKenna Considine praises the coffee, food, and delightful atmosphere, calling it “the perfect morning stop.”

For more information, you can contact Charhause Cookie at charhause@charhausecookie.com.