Came to Helen to check it out. Needed a pick me and this did the trick. I ordered the lavender…read morelatte and it was good. Both baristas were over the top friendly. Cute little order at the counter and tables outside. Clean inside.

Had a craving for sweet gelato and stopped at The Mason Jar Coffee Gelato store…read more Their small cups are about $5 range not bad compare to other gelato stores in South Florida. Staff was friendly and let me try a few flavors before choosing Blue Berry cheesecake and double chocolate. Perfect blend of flavors. The blueberry was my favorite. Really smooth and ton of blueberry flavor. Cute little tables outside with flower background really cute for photos.

Great spot to get away from the hoopla of the main strip in Helen, GA but still be somewhat close…read more It's about an 8-minute drive to this cute coffee house from Helen. It seems to be a local favorite because it was pretty busy when we arrived. We got the last spot in the parking lot. The lot is not paved (dirt and mulch); however, if you have a Tesla they have two charging units in the lot. Staff are very friendly and inviting and they do a good job of cleaning and maintaining the coffee station and customer seating areas. Prices are competitive to other businesses in the area, although the coffee is a bit expensive in my opinion, but it is delicious. I ordered an Americano and it was one probably the best one we had on our whole trip. Nancy and I both ordered coffee's, the Americano was $5.75 and her Coffee of the Day was $4.00. For our breakfast we decided on the Bacon Quiche $7.50 and the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit $6.95 to share. The Quiche was on point; it was much better than the Biscuit Sandwich. Don't get me wrong both items tasted yummy it's just the biscuit was quite dry. Nancy had to ask for Jelly to spruce it up. They didn't charge extra for the jelly and after adding the jelly the sandwich was actually the bomb; something for the menu development team to ponder. There is not a lot of seating here but it seems most customers are in and out quick except for a few that are working on laptops and whatnot. All-in-all, a great spot for a quick breakfast or brunch and fresh ground and deliciously brewed coffee. I recommend them if you are in the area.

We stopped here coffee and quiche are really good!…read more Biscuit egg and bacon was dry. Ask for jelly ! Inside and outside seating. Dirt parking lots Tesla charger station. Lots of pottery for sale. Good price. Across the street from the folk pottery Museum. Friendly staff

We got there right before the rush hit, which was pure luck. The place was busy but moving well,…read moreand nobody seemed frazzled about it. Staff were friendly and fast without doing the fake-cheerful thing. I kept it simple with an Americano and it was exactly what I wanted, bold and smooth, no notes. My fiancée got one of their specialty drinks and would not shut up about it. Genuinely one of the better specialty coffees she's had in a while, and she has opinions about coffee. The whole spot has that small mountain-town coffee shop feel. Cozy, a little lively, the kind of place you'd sit in longer if you weren't on your way somewhere. Which we were, so we didn't. We'll be stopping in again next time we're through Helen.

They were very nice and the shop was super cute. I will return!!! Best coffee in town!read more

Great coffee and breakfast sandwiches! Spotted this Cafe on a walk when on the hunt for breakfast,…read moreand it became our favorite go-to spot. The coffee is piping hot, and the food choices are all delicious. Don't skip the cheese grits (with or without the jalapeños), it is the best! They plan to expand with a Biergarten in the future, and if it's anything like their cafe with great choices and friendly service, it'll be a hit for sure!

Good coffee and friendly service. A nice sitting area and…read moredecent parking. I got the Campfire and it was yummy!

This is the best popcorn I've ever had. We loved the cinnamon roll popcorn so much we made a…read morespecial trip back by end of our trip to buy more because we ate it all already. The workers are all super friendly and give large portions for sampling to really let you tell if you'd like it. Outside is a nice deck to watch the tubers float by on the river. Please go here!!!

The popcorn was amazing. You could smell it when you walked in. There was a nice gentleman working…read morethat allowed us to try any flavor we wanted with generous helpings. They had unique flavors anything from Mexican hot chocolate to orange white chocolate popcorn. You can tell it's made fresh and small batches. I bought two flavors. I really liked the buttered rum and the banana. I would definitely go back.

Walked in, looking for a certain dessert. They didn't have it. Dang. Too bad…read more We settled for something else. They were all good. Service was fast. The place was a bit quiet. Not a bunch of people there early and weekday.

I've been here twice for breakfast (both times during Oktoberfest) and enjoyed both visits…read moreimmensely. I liked it so much last year I came back this year. Hofer's is part bakery, part restaurant and part retail. It might sound like a lot but it comes together seamlessly in terms of a customer experience. The food, service and atmosphere are all great. If you're going for breakfast, I'd suggest getting there early. This year I showed up about 20 minutes early and I wasn't the first person there. I did make it into the dinning room on the first round of seating. The line gets long but I'd also say it's worth the wait. They have a great fully covered patio with a fair amount of seating. If you're in town, for whatever reason, I'd strongly suggest swinging by for some food and/or drink.

Honey On the Hill is a cute little storefront that's worth stopping by if you're in the area. They…read morehave both indoor and outdoor seating if you'd like to relax, and they also offer coffee and pastries. I didn't try either during my visit, so I can't speak to their quality, but it's nice that they have more than just honey available. The highlight for me was being able to sample both their traditional and whipped honey before making a purchase. It was a great way to compare flavors without feeling pressured, and the staff was friendly throughout the experience. After tasting a few options, I ended up taking home the Lemon Whipped Honey and Cinnamon Whipped Honey, and I'm glad I did. The whipped honey has an incredibly smooth, creamy texture that spreads easily, and both flavors were delicious. The lemon is bright and refreshing, while the cinnamon has a warm, comforting flavor that's perfect on toast, biscuits, or even stirred into tea. My only reason for giving four stars instead of five is the price. The honey is definitely on the more expensive side, so it's more of a specialty purchase than something I'd buy regularly. That said, the quality is excellent, and the ability to sample before buying helped make the purchase feel worthwhile. Overall, this is a charming local shop with great products and a welcoming atmosphere. If you're a honey lover or looking for a unique gift, I'd definitely recommend stopping in. I would happily come back to pick up more whipped honey and maybe give the coffee and pastries a try next time.

This cute cafe in the heart of Helen is focused on making craft caffeinated drinks and offering…read morefresh local honey. Funny enough, it is on "a hill". I guess it makes sense to be called HOTH. The place is decorated nicely and is a good place to wind down. The reason why I only gave it 2 stars was solely the service. I asked if the chai tea latte was pre-sweetened and I was assured it was not if I got it "none sweet". After I got the drink, it was VERY sweet even though it was labeled none sweet. Given it was a $10 drink, I wanted to make sure it was what I ordered.Talking to a different person at the counter, they told me it was pre sweetened and I was not able to get it without sugar. They allowed me to get another drink after I asked. I got the cold brew which was light and a little watered down. My experience wasn't the best, but my girlfriend got a drink and said it was good! If you're into sugary creative drinks with cool ambiance, check this place out! But if you enjoy more basic coffees, maybe look elsewhere.

Hoochee's is a small food truck with covered outdoor seating right along the Chattahoochee. It…read moreshares a parking lot with the tubing place next door, where restrooms are available. The best part is definitely the setting--you can sit and watch tubers float down the river while you eat. Just keep in mind there are no fans or air conditioning, so it can get pretty hot... The menu posted on the food truck/website is not the full menu, so make sure to ask for the paper copy. They're known for the Buddha Burger and also have some healthier options. The food was okay for me, but if you love greasy smash burgers, you'd probably rate it much higher. One thing I didn't love was the pricing. Prices have increased, and there is an upcharge for paying by credit card that I didn't see mentioned on their website. There are also no fountain drinks--everything is bottled and purchased separately. Service was great. The person cooking and serving us was very friendly and genuinely eager to tell us about the food, the location, and their sister restaurant (Hoochee's River basket). Overall, I'd stop by again if I were already in the area, especially for a casual picnic-style meal with a nice river view. The atmosphere/location is really what makes it unique.

Comfort food at its finest!…read more Biscuits & gravy, cold brew French toast & a breakfast burrito had my husband and I full all day! Cool little spot on the creek. Not impressed with service - not the friendliest, but 4 stars for the creekside location & the food.

The entire staff was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. The pancakes are huge as are…read morethe cups of coffee. This restaurant is very farm to table with big cups of coffee! Note: they do not have any soda types of drinks

Came here just for the gluten free items in the bakery but wasn't totally blown away…read more The cafe is very cute and so is the attached store. The bakery items are just so-so. I appreciate that they had gluten free but they had an odd aftertaste and quite a bit dry and falling apart.

We were visiting Helen, GA and husband stopped by the gas station next door to get some gas. I saw…read morethis cute little cheese market and decided to step inside and explore. So happy that I did! When I walked in, the staff were super friendly and all smiles. The cashier/barista was such a sweetheart! They have a cheese market, deli, bakery bar, and coffee shop all in one! They sell all kinds of charcuterie items, from salami, cheese, jam, jellies, to coffee, candy, wine, and chocolates. They also sell cutting boards and other little trinkets. I absolutely loved that they sell "charcuterie for one" that has cheese, meats, and olives for a single serving on the go too! We saw that they had a lunch box special for sandwiches that includes a sandwich, cookie, pickle spear, and bag of chips for $12. What a steal!!! We decided to get the Jammin' Pig sandwich which is a panini pressed sandwich with ham, brie cheese, and cherry jalapeño jam. The lunch box was a great size and included Lay's regular potato chips and a chocolate chip cookie! They also sell other cookies and baked goodies (brownies, cakes, etc.) at the bakery bar area. The sandwich was probably the best sandwich I ever had in my life. Holy cow! The sandwich was pressed and grilled perfectly with nice grill marks and the meat and cheese was fresh! The brie and the cherry jalapeño jam melted together so nicely and added a creamy and flavorful element to the sandwich. The ham provided the saltiness that helped cut a little bit of the sweetness from the jam. The jam wasn't spicy at all. It was a beautifully balanced sandwich. My husband thought I was exaggerating (because I'm not picky with anything haha), but as soon as he took a bite, his expression was speechless. He loved the sandwich so much, that we decided to come back the very next day and ordered the same sandwich and tried another one. If you want to take another step, take a bite of the sandwich and then a bite of the pickle for that hint of acidity. It causes a umami effect with all the flavors dancing on your palette! For the lunch box special, you either get a chocolate chip cookie or the white chocolate cranberry one (I believe they alternate cookie flavors based on their inventory), but both cookies were delicious. The texture is not like other cookies as it's more like an oatmeal texture kind of deal. A little bit crumbly, but nonetheless, both flavors were very good and tasty. My husband ordered the Kickin' Horse sandwich the day after and he actually liked it better than the Jammin' Pig. His sandwich consisted of ciabatta bread, roast beef, muenster cheese, horseradish sauce, and onion, panini pressed style. I had a bite of his sandwich and all the flavors worked so well. The horseradish sauce brings out the roast beef flavor and enhances the muenster cheese. We tried some iced latte specials as well. We had the "Hippie Chick" that is a lavender honey flavored latte and the "Sweater Weather" which is a cinnamon and caramel? flavored latte. We absolutely loved the Hippie Chick latte and ordered another one when we came back, but the "Sweater Weather" wasn't our favorite. Respectfully, it tasted like a fall candle. It was good, but not the best we've had. Overall, we will definitely come back when we're in the area. The price was worth it for the amount of food that you get! Trust me when I say to get the sandwiches! You will not be disappointed!!! Now I'm craving their Jammin' Pig sandwich....

Super cute place on the edge of town near Helen. It's a little market with cheese, snacks, beer,…read morewine, and sandwiches. We stopped in for sandwiches and they were pretty good. They have specialty ones or you can build your own. I recommend getting yours made warm. You can also build your own charcuterie board. Everyone that worked in there was super nice.