Got donuts here on a Thursday morning at 8am. There is no way they were fresh, donuts tasted at…read moreleast a day old, were very stale and hard. Would not recommend going here for donuts. I'm not a fan of Krispy Kreme, but wish I would have just got them there instead.

Discovered this gem as we toured the town. Arrived as the bread came out of the oven. So delicious!…read moreYou must try them. Mexican sweet bread and sandwich rolls reminded me of my childhood home in East Los Angeles!

Cute little tea spot. They do have coffee, but only drip or iced. They're more of a tearoom type…read morerather than coffee spot. Atmosphere was 10/10 with little frilly white umbrellas on the patio. Husband had the avocado toast and they nailed it! I had the hot turkey sandwich with gf bread and it was so yummy! Would definitely visit again if ever back in the area.

Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the…read moreFull Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg.

Would I drive 7 hours just to pick up a order from this bakery? If you hesitate even a second with…read morehow to answer, we can't be friends. I love-love-love some pastries. Scones, cookies, tarts, doughnuts, just keep the carbs and sugar coming. And upon my last visit to the Burg, I walked up on this place. Upon discovering that you have to place orders ahead of time (for a Friday/Saturday pickup), I immediately added a reminder note to place a order before returning. Thus my first interaction with the team here. Due to other commitments on Friday, and leaving early on Saturday, I knew if a Thursday pickup wasn't a option then I would not be enjoying anything. I sent a email and within 24 hours Alicia responded and graciously said they could make it work. Then, I just started clicking. 2 of this, 1 of that, wait what flavors are those? I might of been a touch hungry while ordering, but honestly that wouldn't have made a difference. Knowing the two doing the baking (take a moment to read the "About Us" page) and what they offered (e.g. butterscotch bourbon oatmeal cream pie, cinnamon streusel coffee cake, gooey butter cookies, sugar cookies-with sprinkles, strawberry lemon scones...wait, this was my order I picked up!), I came with a high level of anticipation. I walked up to the window, rang the bell, and held my breath. What if they had forgotten me? What if my order had somehow disappeared between Augusta and the Burg? What if...almost immediately Alicia opened the service window. My order was boxed and ready to go. No disrespect to the photos they share on social media handles, but that is just not enough to fully prepare one for the sight awaiting in that clear top on the box. The multi colors of the sugar cookie, the thickness and weight of the oatmeal cream pies (yes, I ordered 2), and of course the heavenly aroma of it all as one deeply inhales. To save myself the embarrassment of shamelessly eating everything like Cookie Monster in the Nabisco factory, I waited till I was alone to open this treasure trove of goodness. The butterscotch and bourbon, they go together like the final couple of a dating series finale. I am soooo glad I didn't eat a meal before this. That alone almost took me out for the afternoon. Again, the heftiness of the pie is a baking wonder. But oh the moistness (no, I am not afraid to use that word) of the pie and the creme. You don't need milk or coffee to wash it down. But I do suggest a cup of something on hand as you might choke inhaling it with such a swiftness. Then the cookie samples began. My compliment? Everything; flavor, texture, airness. My complaint? Not purchasing more. There should be a nudge that pops up on anything you only order one of that reads, "Are you sure you only want one?" But I digress. And also take a nap. Can't wait for my next order in March. I will add that they do walk up items that do not require pre order. They also have a far more extensive list of pastries (sweet and savory), breads, and custom cakes that you can order. If you are anywhere near Harrisonburg (home or passing through), treat yourself!

We are so glad we chose Bittersweet Bakery to make our wedding cake! From the start, the experience…read morewas amazing. We loved the tasting beforehand and were so impressed by how many delicious flavors there were to choose from. It made it hard to pick just a few. The baker was so easy to work with and recreated exactly the idea we had in mind for our cake. It turned out beautifully and was perfect for our wedding day. Bittersweet Bakery is such a gem in Harrisonburg, and we're so thankful they were part of our celebration.

We stopped by Cinnamon Bear on a road trip and I'm so glad we found it!…read more It is a cute local cafe right next to the college campus. The have a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, bowls, and baked goods, and plenty of tables to sit at. We ordered sandwiches (sun-dried ham panini, breakfast sandwich), coffee and shared a cinnamon roll as a treat- it was wonderful! I would definitely recommend cinnamon bear for a yummy lunch or for a baked treat with coffee!

Did not get drinks here but food is pretty good for breakfast. Affordable prices and a good variety…read moreof breakfast items to choose from. The bagel sandwich is a pretty big size.

I was coming home from the Homestead and stopped off in Harrisonburg. I asked AI for the best…read morebreakfast sandwich in town, and boy was it right! Simply put, the bodega breakfast sandwich might be the best breakfast sandwich I've ever eaten. I took it to eat on the road and was startled about how delicious it was. The freshly baked (you can tell) brioche bun with everything bagel seasoning on top added a great salty taste to go along with the tasty stuff inside. I've traveled all over the country for work for 20+ years, and like I said, this might be the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had! To top it off, the staff was super nice.

Eclectic energy! We…read morewere steered here for lunch, based on its Yelp reviews. Thank you, again, Yelp. The waitstaff was more than pleasant, they were fun. I think it was because they enjoyed working there. Or, at least it give them a chance to eat some really tasty food. I had their Cubano Tartine. That's kind of like an omelet with the ingredients of a Cubano sandwich, except for the roll, mixed in. (And yes, I get that the cooking process is a bit different.) ' Anyway, this Cubano Tartine shows up on a plate in front of me. I dig in and keep digging. The ingredients, ham, cheese, pickles, etc, were plentiful and delicious. They were sitting on an ample slice of their sourdough bread. That was the first issue. It was IMPOSSIBLE to cut. I guess I could have asked for a steak knife or maybe a power tool. But, there was so much other stuff that I was able to have a very filling meal without it. The other issue was that the lightly dressed side salad was doused in dressing. Again, didn't complain because, for me, it wasn't a problem during this visit. Issues aside, if I come back to Hagerstown, I'll look for an excuse to come back.

Unique artisan bread selection! We tried a cranberry nut bread that I believe had some dried…read moreapricots and walnuts and pistachios. We all enjoyed it! I will try out more of their breads next year when I visit again.

Fabulous multi-grain baguettes that they sell at the Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings. They…read morefreeze well, too. Delicious!

The cupcake company, is our doggies go to cupcake place and well ours too :) The service is always…read morenice and friendly. Before visiting, I would suggest calling to see if they have what you want and are open. They have select cupcakes during certain days of the week. There is few parking spaces in front, but typically you can grab one. The business itself has urban chic feel to it.

I always like the variety they have here. They even had a gluten-free strawberry shortcake and a…read morecoconut cream pie cup. The shortcake was light and fluffy. The coconut cream pie cup was simply divine with the toasted coconut on top. The red velvet was moist and the Swiss roll was so yummy I forget to take a picture :-) The staff was helpful in answering questions, which I appreciate.