Freight Wheel Cafe

Great quiche, I've been here multiple times and its always good. So are the Lemon Ricotta pancakes on Sundays. Friendly staff, fresh food.

In mid May, we had a fantastic homemade breakfast with self serve coffee and tea. Our group tried the pancakes, french toast, fruit cups and egg sandwiches. Owners took time to chat and let us see the freight wheel and community spaces. Left with a few homemade fruit handpockets. Hoping to catch their Sunday ricotta pancakes next trip. Great that they've restored the store front and made a place for the community to meet.

The Freight Wheel Café is such a special place, tucked inside a beautiful historic building. You can feel the love, care, and community spirit that Martha, her husband, and so many others have poured into it. Every time I visit, I leave with not only a full belly but also a full heart. As a bonus, the café offers free refills on coffee (a dream come true!) and even has a cozy upstairs space where you can find clothing and household items for yourself and your family. It’s more than just a café—it’s a community hub filled with warmth and generosity.

Just enjoyed a fabulous Sunday brunch at the Freight Wheel Cafe in Hartwick. My husband had veggie chili with homemade cornbread, while I sampled a sumptuous plate of blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes with REAL MAPLE SYRUP AND REAL BUTTER. We’ll be back for more!

Love this place! Friendly service, good food in a renovated 19th century store.