Bittersweet Bakery &amp; Cafe

Excellent atmosphere, friendly service, good food, and nice drinks. What's not to love? We had…read moretheir "cold coffee" which was a type of cold brew and iced coffee hybrid which had a strong and delicious taste. The lumberjack burrito was also very good. If you are looking for a cute local coffee shop, this is the place to stop.

Elbow Room Cafe in Williamsburg, MA...not to be missed! Great HOT coffee...try the Nicaraguan!…read more Awesome Taj Mahal burrito. Melissa's story makes for a great read on the website and we spoke with several of her regulars who gave us local lowdowns on best hikes and places to visit! Definitely a place to go back to!

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Iced coffee

Rise Above

4.5(29 reviews)

3.8 mi

We stopped in for a late breakfast. The staff was warm and welcoming. We had bagels, they were…read moredecently cooked and flavorful. However, some of the baked goods offered(see pics)seemed a little over cooked. While sitting there eating,we noticed their pizza was really popular. It was selling out as fast as they could make it. The vibe is relaxed and mellow.

Really good bakery. Unique assortment of goods available and a couple days a week they have pizza,…read moreall fresh organic ingredients.

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Cute area to create comfort for kids

The Lady Killigrew Cafe

4.2(171 reviews)

3.4 mi

Says open till 9. They always close early. The food is lacking from the Lady K 10-15 years ago…read more People that work there now give attitude when you order. So it's either a bad work environment or the employees now are pretentious. Brown rice salad is not the same. It's gross now. The pours are light. Don't waste your money or time unless Ken actually stops being a cheap small flatiron pos

Great stop for a good sandwich & happy vibe when traveling. Off the beaten track & tasty! Will…read morecome next time we pass thru. Loved the Brie sandwich & salad!

Seating area

Peanut noodles with curry chicken on top yum!

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Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters

3.6(88 reviews)

3.9 mi

I love the service I get here The food is always good…read moreAnd they've added more seating and the music is better than most

Very cute coffee spot with quick service, fun flavors & quality food. Blueberry danish was…read moredelicious and fresh. The toasted coconut coldbrew was amazing!

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Iced coffee with macadamia syrup

Tree House Brewing Company

Amazing location and venue! Tasting room was a bit overwhelming with the sheer number of beers…read more Espresso martini was tasty with their own coffee liqueur. Really cool space for tasting room. Not busy when we got there but line was really long when we were leaving. Pizza is all the food they have to offer (no gluten free crust). Pizza looked good but didn't try.

Tree House Brewing in Deerfield feels less like a brewery and more like a destination built around…read morespending an entire afternoon. We walked into a property that is enormous, with a massive indoor taproom, an airy atrium filled with natural light, and sprawling outdoor lawns that make it easy to lose track of time. Beer is obviously the centerpiece, and the selection is extensive enough that we spent most of our visit sampling different styles. The brewery is best known for its hazy IPAs, but the menu stretches well beyond that into stouts, lagers, sours, wheat beers, seltzers, and specialty releases. For those who are not beer focused, the availability of cocktails and other drinks makes the experience more accessible for mixed groups. The sheer variety encouraged us to try multiple pours rather than settling on a single drink, and the rotating selection gives regular visitors a reason to keep coming back. The food menu is relatively focused, with pizza serving as the primary attraction. We ordered a couple of the wood fired pies, which are substantial and shareable, making them a natural match for the brewery setting. The hot honey pizza stood out as a favorite, while the vodka pie was another strong option that balanced richness without feeling overly heavy. Wait times for pizza can occasionally stretch during peak hours, particularly on weekends and event days, but the portions and quality generally justified the wait. What makes Tree House stand out is how comfortable it is to spend time there. The atmosphere remained relaxed despite its size, the staff kept things moving efficiently, and the property offered enough seating options that visitors can tailor the experience to whatever kind of day they want. Whether it is grabbing a beer flight, splitting a pizza with friends, attending a concert, or simply sitting outside on a summer afternoon, Tree House feels designed around staying and relaxing. It is the kind of place people often plan entire day trips around rather than somewhere they stop by for a quick drink on the way home.

Inside the taproom

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Tangle Chocolate

5.0(3 reviews)

11.7 mi

If you like delicious coffee and chocolate, a lovely staff, a beautiful place and good Wi-Fi this…read moreplace is for you.

Very wonderful and unique chocolate and coffee shop. Lots of tables and comfy chairs with open mike…read morenights and other surprises!

Wild Roots

4.1(62 reviews)

4.8 mi

Very good sandwiches . A perfect place to stop while bicycle riding in the area or just passing…read morethrough. Indoor and outside seating as well.

Awesome lunch options and fresh smoothies. Many organic vegetarian and vegan options on the menu.read more

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Cotton plant (synonymous with racist establishments signifying slave owner sympathizers)

Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters

3.9(63 reviews)

6.3 mi

My go-to for breakfast sandwiches and coffee on my way to work. Pastries are solid and some switch…read moreup flavors depending on the day of the week. They're not "gourmet" and they don't try to be, but the rotating drinks and food specials keep it interesting. I love that I can place my order on the mobile app and pick it up. Sometimes there is a bit of a wait, so don't come here if you're already late and get snippy with the baristas.

This was a very convenient stop alongside the road on the way to Shelburne Falls. Pretty average…read morefor the area. Nothing special about the pastries. Don't believe they were made in store since they had an appearance of a commercial bakery product. They do have some very nice coffee mixologies pretty unique to this location. Very friendly. Counters and tables could have more attention. They certainly have quite a few staff people on. Not a place I would go out of my way to but convenient for the location.

Lots of windows in their dining room.

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Catalpa Coffee

3.7(18 reviews)

3.7 mi

They make great specialty drinks and it's a nice place to linger for awhile and people watch as…read moreit's located right downtown. The vibe is always welcoming, friendly, and unhurried. My only complaint is it's sometimes hard to find convenient parking.

I do enjoy the small little coffee shop. Very cozy and friendly people. Pastries are decent service…read morewas pretty quick, but don't expect anything to over the top.

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The Upper Bend

4.6(61 reviews)

5.6 mi

So I came in here for a mocha latte and some maple toast and boy I wasn't disappointed. One of the…read morebest lattes I've had in a very very long time not bitter smooth the right amount of foam and the mocha came through without being overpowering. The maple toast was sweet, delicious and just what I wanted today. A cute place where you can sit out on the sidewalk or inside the cute little coffee shop you order at the bar. They call out your name for coffee and bring your dish to you. Everybody was nice and welcoming. Now when I walk into a building looking at me you can tell which way I voted and inside this place 99% of the people voted in a different direction. That doesn't bother me and it didn't bother them. They treated me with welcoming spirit and a wonderful meal. All I could think of is I woke up for breakfast but what did I care? Wonderful meal with wonderful people in a great little town. I highly recommend it!

I stumbled upon this delightful place for breakfast. I ordered the biscuits with jam and butter…read more The jam was homemade and absolutely delicious. Biscuits were buttery and perfectly crispy at the edges. Service was fairly quick too. Highly recommend.

What a cute place. I grabbed a window seat and watched the people go by.

Sorry I should have taken a picture of this before I started it but I couldn't resist! The maple toast satisfies the sweet tooth.

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The place its self

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8 years ago

We stop here regularly for coffee and breakfast sandwiches, and we've tried quite a few of their pastries. Everything has been delicious and enjoyable. The ladies who work here are super sweet too. Same cost as Dunkin and 1000x better. read more

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