I am not sure which is the best location of this local chain, but this one certainly had an ample…read moreline. Having said that, it was pretty well run and after waiting in line I found two registers waiting and was able to order a variety of baked goods and a fresh sandwich, which were prepared for me quite speedily. I wouldn't expect to be in and out immediately at peak times, but for me it was maybe forty-five minutes to wait in line, get food, and eat my sandwich. They offer good options for special dietary needs. The vegan sandwich is based on Old Bay marinated tofu, and they are not kidding about that. It is really, really Old Bay flavored. The tomato and avocado livens things up, but honestly the best part of the sandwich was still the sourdough bread, which is fair enough for a bakery. The spread of pastries I acquired was resplendent in quality and variety, and I will be happy to continue trying out all the Black Market locations to see which one is the most convenient.

Came here today around 10:30 AM with my wife for our first visit and did takeout. I'm really glad…read moreshe dragged me out the house for this one. We ordered the oatmeal pie, almond croissant, wildberry danish, Black Market bun, lemonade blueberry scone, and a caramel cappuccino. Ordering took maybe 4 minutes, and our food was already being bagged while we were ringing up. The drink took another 3 minutes, which was more than reasonable considering how busy they were. What really stood out was the customer service. The guy behind the counter found out it was our first time and immediately gave us a free scone, then took his time explaining how everything works. He walked us down the line, explained what each baked good was, pointed out the most popular items, and even shared his personal favorites. As busy as they were, they still made sure we felt taken care of. There was also a young lady bagging orders who jumped in and out of conversation while working--just as friendly and welcoming. Service like that is refreshing and definitely made an impression. He jokingly asked if he'd see us next weekend... and yeah, we'll definitely be back. The shop was clean, noise level was moderate, and there are a few tables if you get there early or get lucky, but most people seemed to be ordering to go. Lighting was good, and I didn't really notice any music. Price-wise, everything felt more than fair for the quality. They told us everything is cooked fresh daily and they basically go until they sell out--which makes sense given how much business they were doing. The food was excellent: fresh, flavorful, and a great mix of sweet and savory. Honestly, the only regret I had was not trying the breakfast sandwiches--we watched a few being made and they looked serious. Overall, this was an all-around great visit. The way they operate is unique, the food is top-tier, and I can absolutely see why people rush in to grab their favorites before things sell out. Without a doubt, we'll be back.

Okay so think Coldstone, but locally owned and more free mix-ins! It has been years since I've been…read morethere, but I think this spot has more unique flavors too. As you would expect, the smell was delightful upon entering, and the staff were so friendly. You were able to sample as many flavors as we wanted, and we could literally create whatever we wanted. I wasn't ready to eat it at that moment, so I actually got a quart of dark chocolate and cinnamoo bun ice cream with cookie dough mixed in. They have cones and bowls as options too. After experiencing this, I later learned that you can make custom pints and more with mix-ins at Coldstone, I had no idea! But definitely feel better supporting local local. Delicious!!! And they appear to be connected to an adjacent chicken spot. They weren't open when I went, but I will have to try.

Their ice-cream is truly homemade. Fresh ingredients which makes for the best, creamiest yummiest…read moretreat. I love the wide selection of choices you have to choose from. They will let you try all the flavors so you can pick your favorite one. And the best part is all of the mix-ins are free. How cool is that? Your taste buds truly have no limits. Make sure you sign up for their rewards program.

I rarely ever use bakeries; however, needed wedding cakes for my daughter's civil ceremony. She…read moregave me full reign on design. The 2 cakes were beautiful and delicious! Everyone loved the freshness and taste! A text 2 days after the wedding, was: "Mom, this cake is SO GOOD!". Next text, "I'm sad.... I've almost finished it". So happy I made the choice to go with Smallcakes! Thank you for making it an amazing day!

I had a good experience with Smallcakes in Severna Park, MD. I had a custom order of strawberry…read moreshortcake cupcakes. They were delicious. Soft, moist, and full flavor. The buttercream icing is classic and fresh strawberries were used for the topping. The customer service was good and very helpful with placing my order. The bakeshop looks and feels like a bake shop, with glass display cases showcasing their featured goods. However, they also offer ice cream here, seasonal pies, and other sweet treats like banana pudding and their signature SMASH cups. SMASH is essentially a cupcake cut in half and layered with a couple scoops of ice cream of your choice. The classic cake and ice cream duo. Overall, a good experience and I will visit again for both custom orders and single servings.

A fairly simple building amongst upscale shopping, Tatte's menu is stacked with so many wonderful…read moreoptions. We only wanted quick bites today. The wife had a cup of tomato basil and a croissant. Our daughter and I had the chicken pita. With a refreshing blend of chicken and greens, this was an exceptional sammich that was satisfying without being overbearing. With so many other options, plenty of searing options and friendly service, make a point to swing by and enjoy!

Ambiance is pretty calm. The place is very cute. Parking is okay. The donuts are okay. The tiramisu…read moreis pretty good. Service is fairly quick and good.

Some friends recommended Nicos to me and the way I love a really good bagel I knew I had to…read moreeventually get there. On my first visit with my daughter we both ordered sandwiches for lunch. I got chicken salad on an everything bagel w/ fries and she had the turkey sandwich on a bagel. We both loved our sandwiches and yes the bagels are really good. And I love the specialty flavors that are offered. I went back a week later and again got a chicken salad sandwich (I'm always down for a good chicken salad) and two bagels to go for the next couple of days - blueberry crunch and asiago with scallion cream cheese. Everything was yummy. There are kiosks in the store where you can place your order or if you need a little help or have questions or just crave human interaction, you can order at the counter. The staff is helpful and courteous and the orders are made swiftly. Video screens list the status of orders while you wait. There is plenty of room to eat inside or take your food to go. So glad I finally went. I'll probably become a regular :)

Nice shop that offers a large variety of bagels. I went for my standard ... Bacon, Egg, and…read moreCheese. I decided to go with the Sourdough Bagel which was quite good. One additional great option for all my gluten free friends is that they offer multiple GF options. My wife tried one and really enjoyed it. Looking forward to sampling other bagels in the future.

Lovely top-rated ice cream shop located in Annapolis and our party of 5 was ecstatic to choose our…read morefavorite flavors. I had read a prior review lauding the delicious oatmeal cookie ice cream, so I tried a scoop of this wonderful concoction and also a scoop of the chocolate peanut butter. Great choices whether tried in combination or separately. Another unique feature of this establishment is all of the topping choices of sprinkles and chips and sauces if patrons want to express themselves. Parking is available on the front and side of the building. We even wandered thru the parking lot afterwards to watch planes take off on the runway located next door. Service was fast and attentive. The store is cozy with plentiful seating and also connects to the restaurant next door. Great highlight for our visit to the area.

Attached to a restaurant that I was eating at, so that was pretty convenient…read more There are plenty of ice cream styles (cone, cup, sundae, etc.), and several flavors and mix in options. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. They had no problem with questions and little sample spoons. I tried a chocolate peanut butter cup, with Reeses pieces as my mix in. The ice cream was good, but nothing exotic or fantastic. The prices may be a little higher than buying your own at a store, but the place is family friendly and seems to support the local area with sponsorships, etc.

Besides the great food, our DoorDash was missing half of our order. DoorDash would not refund or…read morefix the issue even though they only picked up one of the two bags of our order. Cheesecake Factory in Annapolis allowed us to pick up our order the following day since it was so late. When I got there they gave me freshly prepared dishes and offered an additional dessert. They went above and beyond to make it right even though it was not their fault. Thank you Cheesecake factory we will be back.

Worth the Trip to Annapolis, Superb Service, Huge Portions, and Great Family Dining!…read more We chose the Annapolis Mall location over others closer to us specifically because of its top-tier ratings, and it delivered on every front. Pro tip: make a reservation! We had a table for six on a Sunday evening, and the place was completely packed. If we hadn't booked ahead, we would have faced a massive wait. We were seated in a spacious booth where all six of us fit comfortably. Right out of the gate, our waiter was an absolute rockstar. He was juggling multiple tables, but you would never know it by how locked in he was. He kept us engaged, anticipated our needs, answered questions immediately, and brought everything right away like a magician. He easily added a full star to our overall experience! Our Grand-Loves got their meals first, butter noodles and grilled shrimp with fries, and they loved every bite. My son-in-law and I split the pork belly buns. We're both huge pork belly fans, and while we wished the slices were slightly thicker, every single bite had phenomenal flavor. My wife and bonus daughter ordered the warm brie with artisan bread and orange marmalade. The citrus marmalade took the rich brie to a whole other level, phenomenal start. Truffle-Honey Chicken: I was torn between this and the Chicken Bellagio (my two go-to favorites), but went with the Truffle-Honey Chicken. The chicken was fried to golden perfection, crispy on the outside, and juicy inside. The portion was huge, so I enjoyed half of it and saved the rest for lunch tomorrow. Drizzling that extra truffle-honey sauce over the chicken, mashed potatoes, and fresh asparagus was pure magic. Chicken Bellagio: My bonus daughter loved hers, and we even ordered an extra one to go for meals later in the week. The takeout packaging was impressive, they keep the cold garnishes and sauce separated so the presentation stays neat and doesn't get soggy on the ride home. Cajun Salmon: My wife tried this new dish. She really enjoyed the corn and mashed potatoes, but felt the salmon itself needed more baseline seasoning and relied heavily on the Cajun butter sauce to carry the flavor. Not a bad dish, but not as punchy as she anticipated. Cheesecake is the standard, but my wife ordered the Carrot Cake, and wow. Every bite I managed to sneak was out of this world, next time we get whole cake from here, that's my pick. I also grabbed a slice of the seasonal Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake, which was rich, festive, and fantastic across two sittings. Everyone left full, happy, and satisfied. Management, please find the gentleman with the bald head and mustache who took care of our booth on Sunday night and give him his flowers--he is an asset to your team!

The sorbets and ice cream are wonderful. Not too sweet One…read moreca see the chocolate making. The place smells well

One of my favorite ice cream shop! My favorite toasted…read morecoconut! I wanna try other flavors and the chocolate products but I cant stop myself to order toasted coconut... . Really good! Try it!!!