I don't even like coffee. Truly. I've tried Dunkin', Starbucks, and plenty of small coffee shops,…read moreand it's always been a hard no for me... until The Barn Cafe. Somehow, they worked actual magic with their iced maple latte (with whipped cream), because I cannot stop ordering it. I don't understand it -- I just accept it. The food and desserts are on another level. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and you can tell real care goes into the ingredients. The whipped cream alone deserves its own shoutout -- it holds its texture, tastes amazing, and is clearly not the cheap store-bought stuff. Their dessert cups are dangerously good: the chocolate mousse, strawberry trifle, and the raspberry/strawberry cheesecake cup are all to die for. Now let's talk savory food -- because wow. The jalapeño popper bacon melt is unreal. Perfectly cooked bacon, flavorful jalapeños with just the right kick, and everything comes together in the best way. I've also had their mushroom Swiss melt, and I don't even like Swiss cheese... yet here I am thinking about it days later. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting -- usually quiet and relaxing, though it can get a little busy during rush hours (for good reason). Whether you want to sit and enjoy the space or grab something to go, it's always a great experience. On top of all that, the staff are incredibly kind, sweet, and genuinely welcoming. They're always helpful, patient, and very understanding, which makes the experience even better every single time. Bottom line: I go here all the time, I'm consistently blown away, and I will absolutely keep coming back. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out.

I really wanted to love this place, and there are things to like -- the toast was genuinely good,…read moreand the raspberry mocha was a nice touch. The atmosphere is on the quieter side, which some people might enjoy. That said, the omelette I ordered with bacon, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese missed the mark this visit. It came out soft and the inside was cold, with the cheese unmelted. It just didn't feel like it was fully cooked through. I'd love to come back and try it again on a better day -- the spot has potential and I'm rooting for them to get the hot dishes dialed in.

I'd enjoyed Blue Loon pastries before, but until recently had never visited the bakery myself. A…read morefew days ago, I treated my mom to a stop there for lunch, and it was a wonderful experience. It was lunchtime on a Friday and New London was bustling, yet picking up lunch couldn't have been easier. The sandwiches--made on Blue Loon's own breads--were freshly prepared, neatly wrapped, and stocked in the refrigerator case beside the baked goods. We also picked up a few scones to take home. What impressed me most was the staff. Three young students were working that day, and they were some of the most poised, cheerful, and courteous attendants I've encountered anywhere. One young man immediately understood what I was looking for, gathered everything efficiently, and his colleague had us checked out in no time. In a region already known for friendly people, their professionalism really stood out. The bakery itself was sparkling clean, and I appreciated that the tables were spaced farther apart than is typical, creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Next time, I'd love to stay and enjoy a meal there. And the scones? They're some of the best around--always seasonal, always delicious. If you're planning ahead, pick up some clotted cream from the Lebanon or Hanover Food Co-op along with a jar of strawberry jam, brew a pot of tea, and you'll have a treat worthy of an English afternoon tea.

Blue loon bakery was quaint and adorable in every single way. I was in town for a friend's birthday…read moreand looking for a morning coffee to grab for the group. I did some googling and stumbled upon this coffee shop. From the outside it looks like a charming New England house, and the inside is restored into a coffee shop while still maintaining some of that classic New England homey charm. I got coffee and a croissant and spent some time sitting by the fireplace in the living room portion of the coffee shop. Some of my friends came with me and we really just enjoyed our time catching up over a coffee and pastry. It did end up getting really busy so make sure to come either during the off-season or early in the morning. The coffee was really yummy and the croissant was scrumptious too. They also sold a lot of cute snacks, merch, and other goodies. Can't wait to go back

What can I say, Simply Sweet Creations, is simply amazing. They have a great team working to bring…read moreour ideas to edible life and we have routinely gone back month after month, to celebrate our employee's birthdays as well as our own family celebrations. The idea of a tray of cupcakes, iced like a cake made serving a breeze, and the serving size ideal for even the little hands of the family. Who doesn't like pulling the cupcake wrapper off an iced cupcake? Thank you for making our events special, keep up the great work. As for the other post from Coua E., I have not experienced this issue and frankly believe that if this customer would have spoken up and addressed this issue, they would have given her team an opportunity to fix, adjust or recreate her cake. They strive for customer happiness and their new location speaks to this!!! Sitting outside on a 60+ degree day in March???? What better way to celebrate it with a cupcake, awesome day, cupcake and place to enjoy it.

Very unprofessional and not well organized business. I ordered cupcakes and a small cake for my…read moredaughters 1st birthday weeks in advance. In the order I told them what day I would need it on, which happened to be a Sunday. The day before her birthday party I emailed them first thing in the morning as I had not heard from them and was wondering when to pick up the cupcakes (something they probably should have told me). They emailed me back hours later, 15 minutes before they closed telling me they closed at noon and we're trying to find my contact info (I filled out an order form online and had talked to them through email-clearly they are not organized). I emailed them back and NEVER heard from them again. She should have offered to stay at the shop and wait for me or meet me the next morning to get my order-the day of the party-better yet she should have told me upfront when to pick up the cupcakes as I told them the day I needed it. To not even respond to me is extremely unprofessional and terrible customer service. I will never try them again nor will I recommend them ever.

Yummy place serving cheesecakes of all varieties as well as cupcakes galore. Came over here as a…read moregood friend invited us to a lake house, and I didn't want to come in empty-handed, so after looking in the grocery stores and not finding anything appropriate, I stopped in here to see what they had. Unbelievably, a gorgeous blueberry cheesecake was staring me in the face, and it was immediately bought to serve my friends. Service at the cheesecake Company is superb, the staff was complementary, knowledgeable, efficient, and even funny. Wonderful ambience in a store that sells the ultimate comfort food, cheesecake.... If you're driving through New London, you have to look closely on Main Street to find the place, because it is almost hidden at the end of the scythevile mini strip mall. Plenty of parking, friendly people, and superb products.

Quaint little shop off the main road. Super friendly service and the cheesecake is delish. We love…read morethe mini cheesecakes. My favorite is the lemon and the coffee cake flavors. We just learned that they make homemade pizzas on Friday nights and can't wait to give that a try.

This is A++++++++ service. It is a small LOCAL business. All bakery items are handmade and…read moreabsolutely incredible. I will drive 30 mins here over going to Dunkin or Starbucks that's down the street from me it's that good. Great vibes. EXCELLENT service. And anyone who says otherwise y'all crazy.

Great place! We ordered a exspresso,( that's that me exspresso ) and a frappe AND A BAGEL AND A…read moreMUFFIN.. waited about 4 minutes, and wowzers.. this was delicious! Cute seating and nice lighting.. frappe was perfect and bagel was chefs kiss.. I have something to tell you.. come closer.. closer CLOSER... 10/10 eat here