Wow, I came by this tea shop last night and seriously enjoyed myself. As soon as you walk in the…read moresoothing incense aroma hits you and you feel instantly calm. You walk past two meditation rooms that are beautiful decorated and look so relaxing. There's several different teas along the walls. And then you come to a bar, an actual tea bar. I had the awesome pleasure of being helped by Hailey. She was amazing, so helpful and knowledgeable!!! She explained a lot of the various teas to me and what they do or help with. She even encouraged me to mix my own teas, which was something I felt I couldn't do since I didn't know much. But she made it sound so easy and I sincerely appreciate her! I stayed there for a while just chatting with her and sampling tea. This was truly an above and beyond experience!!!! I cannot recommend this place enough. I ended up purchasing some tea and incense. And absolutely love the tea. It had me super chill and in a great mood. But also just being in this tea shop put me in a great mood! Definitely stop by here for all of your tea needs!!!

Perfect spot to Escape the chaos of the outside world and find serenity in Tea & Meditation!…read more I enjoyed every flavor of tea I tried here & I spent a bit of time in the meditation room sipping my tea & relaxing , talk about a vibe ! You will find a variety of teas ,clothing, jewelry, edibles, CBD & more . They have a mediation room & relaxation lounge along with a tea bar inside I'm so in love with this concept ! Be sure to inquire about their loyalty program where you can gain points & help with savings !

First visit to Big Red's Cafe and it did NOT disappoint!…read more We tried the Kickin' Chicken with pasta salad and The Big Red with potato salad -- and wow... every bite was delicious! The service was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. Safe to say we'll definitely be back because there are SO many more things on the menu we can't wait to try!

Lovely country cafe with good food, excellent coffee, friendly staff, and Christian music in the…read morebackground. I had the Spinach and Feta quiche and cranberry orange muffin, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The Christian music in the background was a balm to my soul. A great start to my day!

I've been going to Bep-pa's for years. I think I'm one of their most loyal customers. I've made it…read morea point to try different things on their menu, just so that I don't miss out on anything. Last night I ordered the Thai Noodle Soup (Bún Thái). It was delicious. Definitely a different flavor than the other dishes. It was spicy, but not hot spicy. I would order it again. My wife is stuck on the green curry. She orders that most of the time, she loves it so much. By the way, these were takeout orders. If you want to try something different, give them a try.

This is a restaurant I've been wanting to drive. Last night, my son and I decided that we would…read moretravel to Gastonia and try some dishes. When we arrived, they were not busy and their customer service seemed to be lacking. We were sat down quickly and given menus but the waitress didn't come back to get our order for about 10 minutes. They do have several types of Pho soups, which I really enjoy. My son ordered a Pad Thai. When his arrived it didn't have typical Pad Thai noodles which was a mistake. We brought this to their attention thinking the dish would be remade but it wasn't offered. I had an order of their summer rolls which was good and I also ordered Pho Kay Kho, beef combination which was a spicy Pho. Both meals and the appetizer or plated and presented well. How Pho I had overall was good and I even added extra spice to the soup. Overall, both meals were good, but it didn't really live up to the rave reviews that I had read. The server could have checked on us a couple more times and refreshed our drinks. The interior appeared to be rundown, just a little, but not enough to make me go somewhere else. If I am ever in this area and would like Asian/Thai food, I would probably stop again. I would prefer another couple of my favorite restaurants that serve Pho over Bep-pa's. You'll see the photograph the presentation was nice. The food was good however, there were some customer service issues along with the interior portion of the restaurant could be cleaned up just a little bit more. I would recommend, however there is nothing over the top about Bep-pa's.

This apothecary is off the beaten path, and worth the experience!…read more The owner is very charismatic and dedicated to her craft. She is an expert and doesn't mind sharing her knowledge, seeking to empower others to take control of their health and wellness naturally. Along with the natural body care, hair care, tea mixtures and other available merchandise, Herban Berry offers delicious mushroom lattes -get the Brown Butter Bliss and thank me later, lemonades, and teas. The maple caramel latte was delicious as well! She also offers private events and classes including, but not limited to tinctures, mixing teas, and candle making. I'm excited to have finally made it in to this shop, and look forward to the many future visits! Support this small local business that serves to make a huge impact!

We have been trying daily to add herbal tea to our morning routine and decided to see what Herban…read moreBerry Apothecary had to offer in our area. We pulled up to a cute sitting area with a nice backdrop for your perfect picture. There are so many different types of herbals, soap, etc. You can also build your own natural skin care line. Danielle was very helpful and patient with my many questions. She also recommended the pink lemonade with rose syrup. It was just right the rose came through with a hint. Super cute taste vibes. The mushroom jerky texture and taste were on spot and light. Follow me @chapmansvantagepoint on Instagram

What a great spot. Right in my town but never been before. Made a point to go here on a Tuesday for…read morea business lunch. Staff was busy but friendly. Ordered. York Dog and a Cuban sandwich with onion rings. (Yeah went unhealthy today) The chili on the York Dog was some of the best I have ever had. The Cuban was spot on. Place was clean and quiet. Also eclectic. Will definitely be back!!

The food was delicious and iced tea fresh and flavorful…read more The service was a little slow and the area where you order is congested but plenty of seating in and out. Desserts looked great. Loved my chicken salad wrap.

One of my favorite escapes locally. Love to grab a glass or two, a bite, a book, and enjoy the…read moreviews. The staff is always so friendly and fun, with great wine and food recommendations, and always enjoy the weekend local bands/artists they bring in too. I almost always leave with a new favorite wine, and usually a bottle or two to bring home.

We swung in here again after a brisk walk around the Riverwalk trail...where we actually saw a deer…read moreat petting distance! Seems some have become domesticated? This time, my Sangria was awesome...meaning, it had a ton of fruit (Mango?), and the Red Wine even had a sweet flavor to it. In the past, it was a fruitless Sangria...which was very disappointing. My husband liked his Pinot Noir too. For appetizer, we tried this small Hummus plate, which came with this Dip and Olives...all of which were amazing, especially for its friendly pricing. The place was also nicely air conditioned, with great overhead music. The only downfall was that there wasn't a waiter/waitress. This bartender had to do it all, it seems. He was friendly, and did it well...but thought they could use a waiter/waitress, given the number of folks waiting to be served. In any case, thought I should bump up the ratings to 4 stars. This place is a Must-Have at this Riverwalk location (a perfect pitstop after a long walk!), so I hope it continues to thrive.

Love this place! I've driven past a few times and always…read morewanted to stop in and wasn't disappointed. So cute!! You can pick which tea you want from their menu, with the option of a small or large pot of tea. I got earl gray tea mixed with the blood orange and a slice of banana bread. You get to pick out the mug that speaks to you and they bring it to you. So fun, so yummy, and a great experience. Perfect place to catch up, read, or just unplug. 5/5!

This is a quaint, warm and inviting establishment located in an older house. I visited for a…read moresession on mindful journaling. It included a bit of meditation. Overall, the session received participation from most in attendance. For the small fee, each attendee received a pot of tea of their choice. You get to select from the myriad of vintage tea cups to drink your tea. I noticed the unique tea pots used to serve each of us. The staff member was very helpful in helping me make a decision. My tea was okay. It didn't have caffeine so I enjoyed one cup. It was served with biscotti (I believe) that went well with the hot tea. I had hoped to be more inspired to journal on a daily basis, but that hasn't happened.

We have dined here several times over the past few years. Each visit their service and quality…read morecontinues to improve, as well as the wait lines as they continue to grow. Come early or come late is my recommendation. I love their chicken salad croissant sandwich. Simple. Tasty. Buttery. Divine. Mmmmm! The chicken pot pie is also something one should experience, too. As for tea . . . I'm not their target audience. I don't even like tea, lol. However, there is SO MUCH MORE than tea going on here. It is a wonderful "tip o' the hat" kinda place for Monroe. Looking for a great dining experience in an iconic house in the historic district? Has my "Give 'em a Whirl" meter sipping tea and eating scones with its pinky raised. Support local. Go here.

This tea house is located in a gorgeous Victorian house…read more The menu features tons of tea options (served individually or in pots for multiple people), baked goods, and finger sandwiches. We shared everything. The scones and finger sandwiches were delicious. There is a small shop selling loose-leaf teas and other tea-inspired trinkets and cookbooks. A very cool experience to share with family!