There’s A Delicious Café Hiding Inside This Old Connecticut Barn That’s Begging For A Visit
On the road and craving a delicious home-cooked meal without the fuss? Next time you’re driving through Mystic, Connecticut, you’ll definitely want to stop by and grab a bite to eat and some incredibly delicious coffee at The Vanilla Bean Café in Pomfret.
Since 1989, The Vanilla Bean Cafe has been run by the Jessuren family.
The estate was originally an inn built in the early 1800s, known as Peter Thompson Tavern. It was passed down as a residence through the early 1900s, when noted surgeon Dr. S.B. Overlock resided and cared for the sick until 1935.
Sadly, the original house was completely destroyed by a fire in 1975.
The barn was renovated to accommodate a few other local retail businesses until it was opened as The Vanilla Bean Café. At that time, the café only had enough seating for 16 guests.
Since that time, the café has expanded to allow more seating for guests who want to enjoy the historical ambiance of indoor dining, as well as the spacious outdoor patio dining.
Whether you want a hearty breakfast, soups and sandwiches, or a light dinner and a glass of wine, you will find a delicious lineup on the menu. You'll especially love the daily specials that are listed on the blackboard.
Don't forget dessert! The Vanilla Bean Café is known for the scrumptious taste of their yummy baked goods and desserts, which are baked fresh every morning.
