This contemporary and relaxing bakery and coffeehouse located in Blacksburg, Virginia, specializes…read morein Egyptian and Lebanese inspired desserts and baked goods. But above and beyond their Middle Eastern pastries and unique drinks like Turkish Coffee and Mango Madness, it is an inviting environment with comfortable tables, chairs, and couches, to spend quality time socializing with good friends or with a laptop connected to the internet with their Wi-Fi, doing research for that special project. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Halwa Bakery & Cafe is the perfect example. After having dinner with a friend at another restaurant, we decided to come here for dessert. When we arrived, it was easy to find a parking space right around the corner of the Cafe. The place had outdoor furniture to be able to enjoy your food and drink outdoors in nice weather. Inside, the beautiful hardwood floors and exposed ceilings, together with the unique lighting treatment, gave special character to the place, and providing an extraordinary environment in which to better enjoy the moment. On the left of the ordering counter there is a couple of large blackboards with the menu written on them in color chalk. On the right, there are several display cases with Sandwiches and Pastries for one to observe and make better choices. My friend ordered a Baklava Cheesecake and I ordered a Peanut Butter Special Cake. As we sat down enjoying our desserts, that were amazingly delicious, the place was full of people. Some working on their laptops, others socializing, and others simply enjoying their food and drinks. As we were leaving, I saw on one of the walls two framed newspaper articles from The Roanoke Times, with color photographs, on this Blacksburg bakery with Mediterranean pastries. I highly recommend this place as a perfect environment to enjoy some cultural food and drinks, either alone, with your laptop, or with good friends.

Came here twice while visiting VT and it was great - friendly staff and such a staggering selection…read moreof drink, snacks, baked goods, and treats. The dining area was a great place to hang out - warm, cozy, and comfy. This is really nice spot to spend some time.

Jamba Juice is my favorite smoothie place on and off campus. They simply have the best selections…read moreand produce some of the best smoothies I have ever had. The lines can get pretty long, especially during lunch time, and the smoothies do take a little while to make, but the wait is totally worth it. I have had a lot of different smoothies and I have been left unsatisfied. With that said, my favorite smoothie has to be the Matcha Green Tea Blast. 10/10 would recommend you get that smoothie, you won't regret it!

From the owner: Jamba in Blacksburg serves fresh smoothies, bowls, and bites made to brighten your day. Choose from…read morefruit smoothies, protein smoothies, smoothie bowls, acai bowls, toasty bites, and snacks perfect for kids, families, and on-the-go lifestyles. With plant-based and better-for-you options, Jamba fits a variety of food preferences. Stop by for takeout, order delivery, or arrange catering for events and group orders. Whether fueling your day or treating the family, Jamba brings refreshing flavor to Blacksburg.

Cute little food truck in the Blacksburg/Cburg area. Got free bowls for a sorority event, and was…read moresuper happy with both the taste and portions. I got the mango bowl and my girlfriend got the coconut bowl, which I liked a little better, but none were bad by any means. There was a bit of a line, but it moved quickly and my order came out very quickly after I placed it. The presentation was also beautiful with plenty of fruit on the top. Since the bowls were free, I can't speak for the pricing, but the quality is definitely worth it. Will definitely be going back next time I see the truck.

My first impression was that this store must be new, particularly given the empty retail space…read morenearby. However, there are google reviews that predate this one by a year. This makes it less excusable that the store just didn't seem to be fully stocked. The produce section was a small corner of the store. Prepared foods was a much bigger entrant, as was the freezer section. The lack of fresh items seems contrary to the health food vibe. On the upside, you'll struggle to find a place that has more niche brands with vegan, gluten-free, and other specialty items. The local focus is also appreciated. On the downside, I was surprised how expensive it was, and that's with shopping the sale items and the $1 credit I apparently picked up by shopping at the Roanoke Earth Fare. Frankly, that one is better.

Earthfare is a place where they really care about the people, the food we eat, the products that we…read moreuse on/in our bodies. They have great quality produce and meats with great prices.

Stopped here for lunch after an appointment. First time customer and it didn't disappoint. I had a…read moreBahama Mama smoothie and a chicken bacon ranch flatbread and both were amazing! The staff were very friendly when taking our order and bringing out our order. The establishment looks small on the outside but was very roomy on the inside. Tables and bathroom were very clean as well! Will definitely be back when in the area again.

I was looking forward to eating my chicken caesar super greens wrap before heading to a late…read moreevening meeting and tipped on my order, however I didn't receive the super greens I was looking for. Instead, my greens were brown, some pieces almost as brown as the chicken. I took it back and the employee offered to remake it. I told her it was okay and was hoping to have a better experience the 2nd time. I get all the way home, take a bite and something didn't taste right. Brown and spoiled lettuce, AGAIN. this isn't just unprofessional but it's not healthy for your customers to consume this. I will not be returning and will continue to purchase my healthier "fast food" options from Roots, Mezeh and Chipotle. The pictures are of the remade wrap.

This place always seems to have a line and I now know why! I ordered their house tea (king fu…read moreblack) with the boba and it was so good! They were about 5$ each but they were generous with the boba and handed us a sticker at the window! Definitely will be going back! Also note that their inside is closed and they only offer drive through service at this time (July 2021).

Got there just as they opened- Bobba was super fresh and yummy. Just got a black milk tea but…read morelooks like they are connected to cafe for food that also looks good.

Great hookah bar. Sam the owner greeted us with open arms. Super nice guy. Ordered the pineapple…read morefruit bowl. Amazing!!! Plus, Turkish coffee was soooo good. Highly recommend.

This place is absolutely brilliant. Probably the best hookah you will find in all of Virginia…read moreincluding the DMV area. The owners are warm and welcoming. The place is clean. The coffee is brilliant. Can't recommend it enough!

I got the you pick two with the Thai Chicken salad and roasted turkey and caramelized kale panini…read more One thing I found disappointing was that you can't give your phone number to get Panera card points; you have to have the actual card with you.. Since when?! Otherwise, service was quick. I was one of the only people in there at 830 pm on a Thursday. The Thai chicken salad was just ok. The thai dressing does definitely have a kick to it but the salad overall is still lacking something. The roasted edamame were shriveled and small. This Panera is located right next to the Christiansburg mall, and is one of the healthier fast food options around. For the most part, it's a safe bet for knowing what you'll get for your money!

Came in on Monday for a quick lunch no greeting or welcoming staff member, had to place my own…read moreorder on the tablet, staff was too busy, laughing and playing to clean up any of the booths! Had to have my date at a dirty table. Bread was still ice cold in the center. Unacceptable.

We went literally when they were just opening up at 11:00am. We got seated immediately for that…read morereason :) It was quite quiet at this time, very calm environment. Our server was so sweet, checking in on us a lot- and the food came out in a sensible time. The shrimp Alfredo was yummy and was cheesy and Alfredo-ey enough for me! Not lacking at all :)

This restaurant is located in the New River Valley section of southwest Virginia. It is located in…read morethe town of Christiansburg, in Montgomery County. It is located in the New River Valley Mall area of Christiansburg. There is an indoor seating area with tables and chairs. Customer service is fairly good and efficient. The food quality is fairly good overall and is reasonably priced. The restaurant serves mainly Italian food, along with some other types of food as well. I would give this restaurant a fairly good recommendation overall.