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Artisan bread and pastries displayed on a rustic bakery counter

Gaston, Indiana · Est. Local Bakery & Grocers

Table-ready food without the compromise

From our oven to your pantry — handcrafted breads, curated grocery staples, and specialty provisions that make every meal feel intentional. No shortcuts. No filler. Just real food for real tables.

Interior of The Barking Cow bakery with warm lighting and baked goods
Freshly baked daily 103 W Elm St, Gaston
Baker dusting flour on a wooden work surface Close-up of freshly baked artisan bread loaves

Built on the conviction that ordinary groceries should taste extraordinary

The Barking Cow started with a simple frustration: why should great food require a long drive? We opened our doors on W Elm St to bring Gaston a bakery that bakes with purpose and a pantry stocked with choices you won't find anywhere else in town.

Every loaf is mixed, shaped, and baked on-site. Every shelf is curated with the same care we'd give our own kitchen. This is the kind of place where neighbors become regulars — and regulars become family.

Baked fresh every morning before dawn
Locally sourced ingredients when possible
Family-owned and community-rooted
Special orders and catering available

From our oven to your table

Three pillars that define everything we do — each one crafted to elevate the everyday.

Assortment of artisan bread loaves with golden crusts

Bakery

Artisan Breads & Pastries

Sourdough, ciabatta, brioche, and seasonal specialties — all mixed and baked on-premises each morning. Plus buttery pastries for those who like their breakfast indulgent.

Curated grocery shelves with specialty food products

Grocery

Curated Pantry Staples

Oils, vinegars, spices, preserves, and international finds — thoughtfully selected so you don't have to search for quality. Everything we stock is something we'd keep in our own kitchen.

Deli counter with specialty cheeses and prepared foods

Specialty

Deli & Prepared Foods

Cheeses, cured meats, prepared salads, and ready-to-heat meals for when you want a great plate without the effort. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Warm bakery interior with customers browsing

A place that feels like it belongs in your neighborhood

Walking into The Barking Cow should feel like stepping into someone's well-kept kitchen — inviting, unhurried, and honest. We've designed our space to slow you down just enough to notice the details.

Daily
Fresh bakes from the oven
100+
Pantry staples in rotation
Local
Owned and operated in Gaston

Come say hello

We're right on W Elm St in the heart of Gaston. Stop by for fresh bread, a quick lunch, or just to browse the pantry.

Address 103 W Elm St, Gaston, IN 47342
Hours Mon – Sat: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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