Gracie's is a large space. The area to the right of the host stand and bakery area is diner/bar…read morestyle seating and table seating is to the left. The restaurant has lots of windows which is great because it overlooks the creek. The service is quick and friendly. People weren't kidding when they said everything is made in house. The lemonade was fantastic. My brisket melt was flavorful and I like the fact it had fresh jalapeño's to give additional texture and flavor. The fries were thin and good - and the homemade ketchup was good. My mom had the chicken tenders and they are the best I ever had - I know, I know, how good could they be? Delicious. They are lightly battered, perfectly fried, juicy, and the herbs and spices come through. I'd come back to get my own order. On the way out, we ordered 6 different donuts which were so good and airy. To my surprise, the apple fritter was my favorite - slight crunch outside, good slightly chewy texture, and great flavor. None of the donuts were too sweet. I'll be back!

5/20/26: While staying in the area, we met another couple for lunch at Gracie's…read more Gracie's has that old style '50s dinette look on the outside. Think the inside could use an update. We had no problems getting a table. However, when we left the place was packed. We ordered Water, Lemonade, Ginger Ale, Waldorf Salad, Grilled Cheese & Bacon and Waffles. The menu had all the basics. The food was average. No complaints. My Waldorf salad was very plentiful. I took the remaining portion home. Customer Service was pretty good. The luncheonette has plenty of parking. Gracie's appears to be a reliable place to stop in for a bite.

Great coffee shop with the coziest interior and paper goods. Highly recommend if you are in the…read moreneighborhood.

Very cute inside…read more Street parking. Cute cards, and other bright things. Staff and customers were very friendly. Unfortunately, my tumeric latte tasted like soap.

Awesome find in an out of the way place. The creampuffs are dangerously delicious. I'm actually…read moreglad I don't live closer but I've managed to go twice anyway. On my first visit I purchased a slice of the equally delicious coconut and pineapple cheesecake along with a couple of creampuffs. See why I must never live nearby? On my second trip north I managed to stick with creampuffs. They are SO good. Luckily I can easily find a reason to drive north. Be aware they only accept cash.

A step back in time. This bakery, located in downtown, has been producing baked goods well for a…read morelong time. We had the crumb cake - well seasoned, thick layer of crumb, soft cake. Chocolate cream pie - flaky, light crust, with a great chocolate filing, almost bordering on dark chocolate - perhaps best chocolate cream pie I've had. Kids had the raspberry chocolate cheesecake which was rich with milder raspberry flavor, topped with a nice chocolate layer. I highly recommend this place - well worth the short drive from the highway, on your way up to the 'Dacks or the Capital Region. Cash Only.

You know when you get a meal in an out-of-town restaurant and are just so sad when you know you…read morewon't get that same thing when you go home? We left so happy and wishing for more. When they advertised homemade baked goods, they were understating. Man, this place is a gem. I had the breakfast sandwich which was melt-in-your mouth, off the charts, eye-rolling good. The herb mayo? Holy cow! Hubby ordered the breakfast burrito and he said that it was the best he'd ever eaten. We were in the Catskills, so we had to have a decent bagel, and the gluttony was excused because we knew we weren't going to have the real thing again. We walked away fat, full, and happy! Service? Amazing. Ambience? Charming. Clean. Delightful.

Willa's was bustling on a Saturday morning. They have indoor seating and none outdoors. They had a…read moreselection of pastries including one vegan (blueberry muffin) and one gluten free. The coffee was good but we did notice it was hazelnut flavored and preferred that any flavored coffee would mentioned ahead of time.

Shandaken Bake was, without question, one of the highlights of our Catskills visit. A charming,…read moreone-person operation, it is a testament to what can happen when genuine craftsmanship is paired with a clear passion for the work. The owner manages the entire operation himself, yet the quality and consistency never suffer. We sampled the biscuit with butter and jam, the butternut crumble muffin, and the key lime pie. Each was a delight, showcasing the kind of thoughtful, homemade quality that is increasingly difficult to find. The owner was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, adding a personal touch that made the visit all the more memorable. The space itself deserves recognition, too. The ambiance is intimate and inviting, providing just the right setting to slow down, enjoy something sweet, and take in the quieter side of the Catskills. Our only disappointment was that Shandaken Bake was open just one day during our visit. In hindsight, that only gives us another reason to return. Some places are worth going out of your way for and this is certainly one of them. A genuine gem.

Wow, just wow. Run, don't walk to Shandaken Bake. This is a very special place. It's a one man…read moreshop. The owner, Craig, bakes everything fresh and he really knows what he's doing. Everything we tried was so phenomenal that we came and waited in line for 20+ minutes the following day. He even remembered us! It's a small shop but they have a few tables so if you can get a table, it'd be a comfortable place to sit and enjoy. Cream biscuit- simple and perfect. We were all fighting over this one. If you ask he'll give you jam and butter too. Chive and cheddar biscuit- deliciously cheesy and a real winner. Chubby squirrel- if you like fruit filled coffee cake, you'll be a fan of this one! It wasn't my favorite. Banana crumble cake- this was a definite favorite! The cake wasn't too sweet and the crumb added a nice sweetness. Apple tart- this was well received by our group! I liked it. All in all, this bakery is amazing! I wish I could eat the banana crumble cake for breakfast every morning.

Food is amazing whether a tasty fresh baked goodie or a grab and go sandwich. Coffee is done well…read moreand the baristas know how to pull solid espresso shots. A local business through and through the husband and wife owners work there every day and are friendly and welcoming offering true hospitality! Lots of cool art in the place and very comfortable seating with fast WiFi. 10/10 highly recommend to anyone looking for a great place to refuel.

Quality. Friendly. Was a pleasant and worthwhile experience. Nice space and decor. Worth a visit if…read moreyou are close.

Ate a quick breakfast at The Athens Rooster this weekend (01/13/2024)…read more Cockadoodledoo! This out of the way corner cafe in Upstate Athens is very homey, open, clean, welcoming and has lots of off beat offerings that a regular passer by would not necessarily expect. It has big windows. For one, they hotly cook-up pizzettes, hot and very flavorful sandwiches, soups, coffees and tea. Right next to the register is a clear glass window box with all sorts of scrumptious sweets, muffins, cakes, tarts, choco donuts and cupcakes - that are made each day, I might add. The display is quaint and spot-on and each dessert is elevated on a tiny cake platter on a doily. Next, all the menu boards (above the counter and to the side) are easily legible, for elderly too. The menu that was handed to me was also not too complicated (2 sides) and was laminated, to avoid Covid. The staff was professional, bouncy (music), well prepared for groups that came and friendly. Some staff even remembered what some of the elderly in line wanted, before they ordered. How is that for manners and style?! Go kick rocks down an alley Starbucks! Lastly - the food and drinks here are simply very outstanding. I do not say that often. My cheese panini-style sandwich had layers of molten and hot cheeses, seared onions and somewhere in that mass also herbs and some dark mustard! It was scrumptious. They serve other classics like turkey, salami, ham sandwiches (some already wrapped for quick sale and go). The Athens Rooster is off the beaten (egg?), no track; (just kidding) but the parking is easy, there are lots of seats and even just simply placing (it's a small gesture, for sure - but chefs like me take note) a large jug full of free lemon water with clean cups on the bar counter at the front, really: makes all the visitors days. Cafe go-ers love those water jugs. Believe me! The Athens Rooster is a well maintained, bright and friendly late breakfast and late lunch spot. The grilled cheese and coffee stayed hot longer than 15 minutes after the sale. Very delicious! Top notch cafe - expertly prepared cuisine. Review: 5+

I'm from nyc and this might've been the best bec rendition I've ever had. Combining the cheese with…read morethe egg instead of as separate slices was genius, and the pepper wasn't too much. Some spaces to sit inside and a few small tables outside. Lots of pastries I wanted to try. There's a mini shelf of books you can buy up front. Seems like a cute place to meet up with people.

PLEASE DON'T GET THE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES so I can eat them all myself kthxbye…read more I've now also had the bacon Bodega sandwich and I'm a bacon girlie so this is the preferred.

The food was not amazing but it was good…read more The service was excellent but it could be better The ambiance was ambiencing

Omg....everything is wonderful here! I ordered a key lime pie for guests, and honestly, one of the…read morebest I ever had. Also, got yummy blueberry bars, brownies, and some gorgeous cupcakes. The honey lavender was a crowd favorite. People just kept going on about it all. Nina, is communicative, a pleasure to work with and super sweet. Her shop is adorable too. So glad she is here! I felt it very hard finding an old-school real deal bakery around here, and this is the place :-)

I've been getting cupcakes/cakes for many years now and she never disappoints! Recently, my…read moredaughter's first birthday party needed to be postponed due to an impending storm and Nina was able to push our cupcake order back to the next Sunday! For my husband's birthday back in 2019, Nina did a custom Giants cake for him. She did my baby shower cupcakes and my son's 2nd birthday cake! Highly recommend the toasted marshmallow frosting. It's my favorite!