5★
Rated over 16 reviews
Homemade
Cakes baked in-house
Dog-friendly
You and the pup welcome
Stow
Just off the main road
A wee café in the heart of Stow
You'll find us just off the main road in Stow, in a building we've done up ourselves with the old winch still in place. We bake our cakes fresh every day, from almond cherry to coffee and walnut to a gluten-free baked cheesecake that keeps people popping in.
Alongside the cakes there are full breakfasts with vegetarian and vegan options, halloumi and portobello toast, and pies with mash, gravy and mushy peas. The coffee is something we take seriously, and the walls are hung with work by local artists that's for sale. Bring the dog, take your time, and stay a while.
A look inside
Cakes, coffee and the corner we've made our own.
What people are saying
“This is a MUST STOP spot. Unreal home made cakes. Great coffee. Almond cherry AMAZING. Scone with jam and butter AMAZING. Baked cheesecake was gluten free and AAAAMAZING!! Really nice staff. Very cute and quaint. Love love love how they've done it up. …”
via Google“Lovely cafe with fab coffee and nice cake. No name on the front of the building but glad we went in. En route to Hawick and just off main road in Stow. Gluten free option too”
via Google“A fantastic edition to the village and even better that it is dog friendly!! All of the staff are lovely and very welcoming, nothing is too much hassle. Great selection of food, drinks and alcohol is also available to purchase. …”
via Google“Absolutely delighted to offer another 5-star review for the wonderful Wild Hare Café! Since opening, we’ve enjoyed sampling their breakfast, brunch and lunch options. …”
via Google“Had a lovely halloumi & portobello mushroom toast with delicious tomatoes. Such a burst of flavour. The coffee & walnut cake was also some of the best cake I ever had. …”
via Google“The Wild Hare Cafe, Elkhart: See 22 unbiased reviews of The Wild Hare Cafe, rated 4.9 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #1 of 3 restaurants in Elkhart.”
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A few things visitors often ask before they pop in.
Are you dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome throughout. It's one of the things folk love about us, and there's always a warm welcome for the four-legged ones.
Do you have gluten-free and vegan options?
We do. Our baked cheesecake is gluten-free, and we serve vegetarian and vegan breakfasts too. Just ask and we'll point you to what's on that day.
Where can we park?
There's parking nearby just off the main road through Stow. We're easy to reach if you're passing between Galashiels and Hawick.
Do we need to book?
No need, just come in. We're a relaxed spot, happy to have you whether you're stopping for a coffee or staying for lunch.
Is the café wheelchair accessible?
Yes, we have a wheelchair-accessible entrance so everyone can get in comfortably.
Do you serve alcohol?
We do. There's a small selection of drinks available alongside the coffee and food.
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