I got an iced crème brûlée latte large ($7.5) with almond milk (+$1) and it was made in about 10…read moreminutes. Coffee was quite good! Great balance of sweetness and coffee. Staff were very friendly and the interior was clean. A good spot to sit down and relax or work. I would come back again! Drink(50%): 8.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 7.6/10

Great food and drinks! The café has a very nice atmosphere--perfect for sitting, relaxing, and…read morechilling for a while. Parking was also easy to find, which made the visit even better. Definitely a nice spot to enjoy coffee and spend some time.

I got a small iced butter crunch latte ($6) and it was made in 3 minutes. It was a good blend of…read morecoffee to sweetness and I liked that it had two shot of expresso in it. The coffee area is quite small itself but they have several tables and chair spread out to hang out and do work or play games. The barista was extremely friendly and gave her recommendations and chit chatted with me. They have a bunch of fun drinks which was super exciting as I wanted to try them all. Overall I would come back to this place because of the variety of drinks they have to offer! Drink(50%): 7.8 Staff/service(25%): 9.5 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 8.3/10

Super cute cafe that's been open for quite a while. It's such an iconic place in Ghent. The lattes…read moreare wonderful, service is usually pretty good. This place has the quirky coffee house vibes.

I came by here to get some work done & it reminded me of the coffee shops I would go to in college…read morethat I wish we had more of where I live. You order at the front register, they give you a number to place on your table & you choose a seat if you're dining in. I ordered the rice, sweet potato & salmon bowl & a Paloma. The bowl was only okay-- they didn't cook the mushrooms at all, the sweet potatoes were cold & the salmon was stiff. The paloma was decent enough. I overall really like this place for the convenience, the vibe, & the good service. I would definitely come back here if I'm back in town!

Decided to give this place another try and unfortunately, I was let down again. I enjoy the…read moreatmosphere of the cafe a lot, but the food has been lack luster each time I've gone. Ordered their burger and chips (0/10), not much flavor to the burger at all and pretty dry; definitely had to add sauce to it. As you can see in my photo, barely given any chips on the side. Also tried an iced latte (5/10) it was decent. The food here has been disappointing each time. Don't really see myself returning at this point. My overall rate of experience : 2/10

I'll be honest, at first, I didnt think that just because this place looked a little too pretty,…read morethey wouldnt produce really good coffee but I was wrong. The coffee was really good --it was fresh, smooth, and not bitter at all. I loved the aroma of their coffee. The staff was pleasant and knowledgeable, which made the experience even better. The interior also has some really nice artistic elements that add to the overall vibe. Its a really relaxed hangout spot for anyone. I love the windows and how the sun shined through. And of yeah, the orange couch. This is Definitely a spot I'd recommend What I Got: Almond Croissant: 4/5 Pistachio Croissant 5/5 Apple Turn Over 4/5 White Macadamia Nut Latte 5/5 Golden Hour Latte 4/5

I've been meaning to try this place. I noticed it was right across from Wick and Sip where May's…read moreParlor used to be so I went after my Sunday outing. The girl who took my order was nice and patient. I ordered the fall menu matcha which had persimmon and spices and a bacon egg and cheese empanada. The space is beautiful and is the perfect environment for some peace and quiet or a nice convo if you sit outside. I was not a fan of the bacon, egg and cheese empanada as the contents tasted super processed exactly like a hot pocket. However, the matcha was incredible, great quality and I loved the flavor. I can't wait to return and try other items on the menu including some coffee!

We visited the Bakehouse after a tour at ODU and were pleasantly surprised to find they offered…read moreViennoiseries! When I saw my favorite Kouign Amann I was overjoyed because these are my absolute favorite laminated dough baked good and they are almost impossible to find in the States. My favorite bakery in Miami, Florida stopped offering them during the pandemic and never put it back on their menu. Anyway, it was delicious and I bought the last three!!!!! My husband, son and daughter in law each got a personal pizza and really liked them. As my daughter in law will be attending ODU we already made a pact that she would bring home Kouign Amanns every time I come into town to visit them!

This is a such a treat for me on the weekends. This bakery has a menagerie of sweet and savory…read moredelights. I especially love the ham and Gruyère croissant and even ordered them to be served for my birthday last year. The service is efficient and kind and the atmosphere is super chill. I love stopping here when I'm in the area and want a pick me up. My most recent visit I decided to take my friend here after we grabbed coffee at Fr8 house a few minutes away. We opted to get a whole pizza and went for the Brisket and Blue which had fresh mozzarella, gorgonzola, smoked beef brisket, basil, pickled red onion, and green chili jam. The pizza was incredible. It had a great bite, slightly crispy, super savory with a touch of sweetness and the brisket was the savory star of the show. I added a bit of red pepper flake and it took it from a 9 to a 9.5 dare I say 10. I highly recommend checking this bakery out whether it's something as simple as a cookie or croissant or the whole pizza. There is something for everyone.

After eating lunch on Saturday, Sophia and I came here for some treats. Tealux Cafe is one place…read morewe've always liked for boba tea, but it has been years since our last visit. It's not easy when you live on the other side of Hampton Roads, but I'm glad to see them do really well over the years. Let's see how they've been. We were greeted by the staff after walking in and foot traffic was minimal. Music was playing througout the building and they were pretty busy with orders. A few people did come in but for the most part, they did takeout. We decided to sit and sip our chosen desserts. I chose their Strawberry Smoothie with strawberry popping boba at 70% sugar and Sophia chose her usual, coconut smoothie at 70% sugar with tapioca. Both of us enjoyed them very much. Not too sweet and full of flavor. We really couldn't have asked for anything more. Once again, a grand 'ol time on familiar grounds. You know for sure we'll be back the next time we come around :)

The drink was okay; the jasmine flavour was lacking and there wasn't much sweetness in the drink,…read moreso it tasted more like just milk. The boba though, was quite tasty with the brown sugar. Drink came out fast. The place is cute. I liked the bathroom window.

I wanted to stop by and drop off some flyers that I had for an upcoming event. What a great…read moreexperience, had a great conversation with a guy running the register. I got the PB&J bowl and the bowl really hit today. It's like a first time experience every time I come in the door. Really clean and always maintained, I definitely look forward to coming back sometime soon!

First time here and it was good, i had the Cali bowl. Salmon with avocado and seaweed bowl. The…read moreservice was fast and the place was full for lunch.

Stopped by this beautiful shop to get some breakfast and do some school work, and it was great…read moreexperience. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. They recommended the Love Potion Latte, and it was delicious. I also had a bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel, and it was so delicious! The eggs were so fluffy and cheesy. The bacon was well distributed throughout the bagel. The bagel was toasted well and still soft on the inside. The music that they play is very soft and relaxing. There are plenty of tables and chairs to sit around and enjoy the vibes. I will definitely visit again.

Atmospheric vibes definitely pass! This shop is comfortable and spacious. Seems like a good spot to…read moresetup your laptop and setup camp. The decor was artsy and eclectic. We really enjoyed that! The food and coffee itself felt somewhat average but the service was very friendly! We ordered iced chai, a flavored iced coffee, plus a salmon cream cheese and BEC. Was surprised to see that the sandwiches were served on flimsy paper plates. Plus the bacon, egg, and cheese was actually Canadian bacon. A bit unexpected and not specified as such. But all in all, a pleasant experience! I'd return if I'm the area again.

I love when a new coffee shop blows me away! Really enjoyed our visit to Fr8 House. First off, what…read morea cute area and cute building! Truly very comfortable and a great space. We got there early and enjoyed their sandwiches for breakfast. I wish they just had a description of the sandwich rather than having to ask the cashier, but she was very helpful and thorough. Our sandwiches were really good and the aioli they came with was AMAZING! As a self proclaimed coffee snob, the coffee was really good too. My husband enjoyed his (very hot) coffee and I enjoyed my coconut mocha. Overall great experience and we can't wait to go back!

Fr8 House is such a fun little gem here in downtown Norfolk! The cafe is very bright & welcoming,…read moreand with a bonus of the trains passing by if thats your things. It's the kind of spot that just makes you happy to walk in & stay a while. There is a good amount of seating which happens to be very spacious so you're not sitting right next to someone. There's seating inside and then a few tables outside. Check out the swings! The coffee is great with a nice selection of pastries and snacks on display. From drinks & pastries everything was really fresh and tasty. The staff are super helpful, kind & friendly. They have free WiFi & I saw lots of people working & studying from laptops. Their Parking was not an issue because they have plenty. If you haven't checked out FR8 House yet, you're missing out. Whether you're a local or just visiting, definitely check it out -- it's quickly become one of my favorite coffee spots downtown! #foodie #food #coffeeshop #coffeelover #norfolk

Absolutely loved my first visit to Coalescence Coffee! This spot is more than just a coffee shop…read more It's a nonprofit community hub where everyone's welcome, and you really feel that vibe the moment you walk in. There's tons of space for remote work, community meetings, or just hanging out, and I noticed several groups using the open, airy cafe for coworking and conversation. The staff was incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. I ordered the Monticello breakfast sandwich (with sausage, egg, cheddar, arugula, and a delicious aioli on an English muffin) and their Brown Sugar No. 05. A creative blend of brown sugar, rosemary, cinnamon, espresso, milk, and a hint of orange bitters. It was unique, refreshing, and seriously addicting! My friend went for the brown sugar latte and a blueberry bagel with cream cheese, which she loved. I was so interested in their nonprofit work, and after a quick website visit, I learned that Coalescence creates space for all kinds of community groups to gather and learn together, partnering locally and globally to lift up important work. Events, co-working, and shared community workspace are all available, with donors and volunteers supporting the mission so this resource keeps growing. If you're looking for great coffee, delicious food, or just a welcoming place to connect, this is it. Can't wait to come back!

Was looking for good coffee in Ghent area and glad I found this place. Large, nice area to drink…read moregood coffee and study, work or hang out. Couldn't find parking on street in front but they have large parking lot in back. Came just for coffee so didn't get to try their food offerings. They appear to take coffee serious here (with weight to measure out ingredients). I asked if they had coffee menu and shown menu on wall. But they actually had signature coffee menu at cash register that had some interesting drinks. Worth coming to get good coffee.