This store is so cute. Lots of cute things when you walk in on the right…read more A big variety of pecans all sorts of ways. As my cousin said, they have samples you can try. I'm sure glad I did and found out I liked the key lime flavor and the white cherry the best. Friendly staff to help you if you need it. We were the only customers at the time. They are right off 95 so you don't have far to drive.

Ventured to Florence from Columbia to go to the local tea shop and made plans to stop here as well…read more This place was a big punch with so many things to scoop up. Fortunately for me I made it a point to not go crazy with my South Carolina swag as my bags to get back home are already bursting at the seams. If you're looking for some cute locally sourced kitchen towels, all the flavored butters your heart could ask for or a great gift from South Carolina this is the place to be. I left here with only a personalized knife but the pecan butter was calling my name. The staff was very welcoming and the store was organized and stocked for all the tourists and locals

Picked up some goodies for a customer while working in the area, a couple days ago. I searched Yelp…read moreand found this wonderful place! Great customer service, and every kind of sweet delight you could ever want! Cookies, cinnamon rolls, and everything in between. Cakes too! I didn't eat anything but my customer was super stoked to receive it all. Was about 30 bucks for 12 different treats. I would definitely come again. Easy to find with decent parking as well.

I live in Lexington and visit Freemans every time I'm in the Florence area (for around 10 years…read morenow). I'm always happy when I walk in the door to see the large selection of baked goods to choose from. I love the blueberry danish especially! I wish I could move Freeman's to Lexington. The place is very clean and staff is friendly as well.

Bean Bar is a comfortable little spot that's easy to get to and easy to park at, with plenty of…read moreroom in their sandlot parking area right out front. Inside, the ambiance is calm and relaxed, with hip jazz playing softly in the background. There's a mix of regular seating and a small bar section, plus a pleasant sitting area that should be great when the weather is nice. The staff were friendly and welcoming from the moment I walked in, and they were genuinely helpful with recommendations--particularly when I was deciding between drink options. I ended up with an egg and cheese sandwich on a Kaiser roll that came out steaming hot: the roll was light and fluffy, and the whole sandwich was simple but really well done. I also had a shot of espresso that arrived in a very nice presentation on a wooden board, paired with a side of sparkling water, which was a thoughtful touch and made the experience feel a bit special. On their recommendation I tried the honey lavender latte made with local spicy honey; it was unique, flavorful, and not something you see everywhere. Overall, Bean Bar feels like a low-key, well-put-together café with good parking, a relaxed vibe, kind staff, and drinks and food that show real care.

Very cute spot in Florence. BIG shared parking lot…read more Seems fairly accessible and seating is size/ability friendly. Loved the menu choices, which included a chaga matcha that I thoroughly enjoyed. Not many options for breakfast, but what they have is good. They have "topping" options as well, I had the strawberry jalapeño one, not enough jalapeño for me personally. Staff super friendly & they are pet friendly too, dog bowls are outside along with their outdoor seating option. In addition to drinks, simple syrups, and coffee, they also sell jewelry, totes, etc. Would come back and visit when I'm back in town!

Went to Sundae House for lunch. The line was a little long but not too bad. Well, when i got my…read morefood. IT WAS SOOOO GOOD I HAD TO THANK GOD!! It was worth the wait. That sauce on the chicken gyro was too good! awesome! Tayna Michelle

Food is always amazing!!! But they might have the worst intercom I've ever heard.... anywhere in…read morethe world :) You can't hear them and they have a hard time hearing you.

This place goes to the top of my list as one of the absolute coolest hang-out places in town. Only…read moreplace to go where you can sample different wines on daily basis. Only $7 to taste multiple wines (which change week to week), and you don't have to wait a month for the next 'wine tasting'. Grotto has an actual tasting bar, plus an option to order a plate of exotic salami and cheeses which can't be bought locally. This gives Grotto a huge advantage over Mickey Fins which is set up like the inside of a gas station. Mickey fins has competitive pricing, and a very large selection, but does not do daily tastings, nor do they have a bar/sit down area. Both know their wines well, both have been friendly and helpful. Overall, this is a wonderful place to buy wines or to relax and socialize with friends!

I don't live in Florence, but I travel here to visit my wife's family at least once a year. I also…read morelove a great glass or bottle of wine and I really love it when I'm enjoying said wine in a lovely and warm place with lots of atmosphere and great people. All of this is true of The Grotto, and more. Vince and Maura, the owners of this lovely wine bar, are amazing! They have really managed to create something special. They both really love and really know wine! And they love to talk with people, from the beginner to the expert, about vino. Vince has amassed a truly impressive and unique collection of wines that you won't be able to find anywhere except maybe Charleston. And he's very good at helping people find interesting and unique wines at great prices. If you like or love wine, check this place out. I can't emphasize it enough. You won't regret it!

Great service, variety, and prices. We like sitting on the little patio. I highly recommend.read more

This location was very busy on Fathers Day, exactly behind the UPS store on W Palmetto St…read more The line was long but moved fairly fast. I chose they raspberry sorbet one scoop in small paper cup. I would have preferred the traditional cone but all they have are waffle cones. My wife chose the strawberry signature cone. It had chunks of strawberry and blueberries, and the ice cream tasted like cheesecake. We got both of these for just $11. The seating is limited outside and inside, but other chains have the same issue. Personally, I prefer more traditional cone dipped in chocolate. The price is nice but it's middle of pack for me.

This place is where the best smoothies in the world are made. I love it . You will love it too…read more Friendly atmosphere & excellent customer service; best of both worlds. The food is great too. Come get you a tasty soothing smoothie , I do everyday !!!!!! Don't sleep on this place ....

Mixed opinions here, some things liked others didn't. Start with it's namesake the smoothie, ours…read morewas the Sunrise Sunset, to me it was ok but I've had better. It tasted more watery and less creamy but we didn't add any of those add on or supplements so it's hard to say if those give it the desired flavor. For just the basic Joe Blow person off street it wasn't that memorable, the portion I did think was large so I does reflect price well. For food we got Buffalo chicken & Caribbean jerk wrap respectively. The Buffalo wrap was good, spicy enough, and filled me up despite the portion not looking like much. The Caribbean wrap was in name only, rice, beans, and a Caribbean sauce w plain chicken but for Tropical Smoothie standards it's probably alright. There is one table w chairs inside but it's for waiting not eating inside. This seems to be popular, lots of people walking in for smoothies only. For me it's not some place I'm gonna run back to, if I'm in the area I might do it again.

This weekend we visited Smiling Scoops. Glad to know it's a family owned business. The decor is…read morecute and truly family friendly for all. Children especially seemed to love it! Saturday I had pistachio on a waffle cone, it was delicious. We retuned Sunday for the Watermelon fruit bowl. It was just as good. The icecream here is not homemade. That was the only disappointing part of my visit...which meant I'll pay for both days of delicious icecream later. That won't stop me from returning! LOL. The service was Top Notch! Everyone greeted us and answered all questions. Great Staffing!! See you all soon.

Great service and downtown location, comfortable seating and BLUE BUNNY ice cream. Highly…read morerecommended for those needing to satisfy their ice cream taste buds

We made it to Buc-ees!!!!! Our first time here! I made a stop at Buc-ee's with my 8-year-old…read moregrandson and 2 baby Granddaughters, and let me tell you--it turned into a whole adventure! It wasn't long enough of a visit since the girls and their mom stayed in the car! GRRR.. From a grandma's perspective, the first thing I noticed was how clean and well-kept everything was. The restrooms? Absolutely spotless--honestly better than some hotels I've stayed in. There were green and red lights on the outside of each stall to let you know which stalls were available and which were occupied. The lines moved very quickly. That alone makes it worth the stop when you're traveling with kids. Now, for my grandson, this place was like walking into a wonderland. His eyes lit up the second we walked in. Between the rows of snacks, the huge drink stations, and all the fun Buc-ee's merchandise, he didn't know where to look first. He was especially fascinated with the Toy section there were so many to chose from. It was a Saturday so this place was very busy. I heard Al Roker from the Today show praise the brisket sandwiches. I also wanted one but the wait was too long. We ended up grabbing some treats--beaver nuggets (of course!), 3 slushies,beef jerkey, candy bars, chocolate covered pretzels, and a couple of souvenirs magnets, t-shirts, Buc-ees water bottle and a Buc-ees tumbler he insisted we "had to have." I appreciated that there were plenty of options, whether you want something indulgent or a quick, decent meal on the go. What really stood out to me was how easy everything felt, even with a little curious little boy in tow. Plenty of space, clear layout, and friendly staff who didn't seem bothered by all of the people shopping. All in all, Buc-ee's in Florence isn't just a gas stop--it's the ultimate shopping experience. You must go atleast once in your lifetime! If you're traveling with grandkids, plan a little extra time. Trust me, they won't want to rush through it--and honestly, neither will you. 5/5 Ambience 5/5 Service / Employee engagement 5/5 The variety of merchandise 5/5 The food Choices 5/5 Parking 5/5 prices I highly recommend!

ALL Buc-ee's are ALWAYS crowded, and the Florence location right off of I-95 is no exception…read more If you need to make a pit stop while on the road, Buc-ee's is your place. Their restroom are very clean and stalls are private, they have hundreds and hundreds of snacks to choose from, the best brisket sandwiches, a bacon, fudge, and sausage bar, dozens of slushie flavors, and more. They even have a clothes and home decor section! Buc-ee's truly has it all. They have gas, diesel, and ethanol-free gas available. RVs are permitted, but tractor trailers are not. If you don't stop in and check it out, you are missing out!!