We were in the area doing other items when this place caught our eye. The front does not do the…read moreinside justice. Really cool safe in the background looks like it used to be a bank and it's instantly heaven when you smell all the backing aromas inside. They had a wide selection of cookies, muffins, pies, and cake cakes. They also serve coffee. It's a perfect spot if you want to eat, have a snack, hang out with the family and kids or your four-legged children outside. I have to admit we were overwhelmed and didn't know what to get so we started off with a chocolate chip cookie and an Oreo cheesecake. We will definitely come back to try the buckeye pie, which looked amazing. The prices were reasonable, and the servers were absolutely excellent. Can't wait to come back and try something else.

Boy was I disappointed! I'd heard great things about this bakery. It's the Saturday before Mother's…read moreDay and I suppose empty shelves should have been expected. My daughter and I and her youngest son stopped here together. Perhaps we should have placed an order ahead of time. But at those elevated prices for a whole pie: approximately 28.00 bucks and just a standard pie size at that, I'd think they would have a few on hand! Because of their spectacular reputation for cakes, pies, and pastries I'll return sometime!

Absolutely amazing pastries! I highly recommend the sticky bun and cinnamon roll. And the carrot…read morecake cupcakes!

The pop tarts were delicious - I tried blueberry and cherry while I was in town. The lattes ame out…read morevery quickly. And the staff were excellent, very welcoming and helpful. I was happy to find such a good morning spot while I was in town this week.

It's delicious! The selection is quite impressive and so tasty. The chocolate-dipped peanut butter…read morecookie and the layers chocolate mousse were delicious. The truffles were great also. Hell, everything we tasted for that matter. The staff was friendly and moved through the line quickly. The hype is earned, and the chocolate lounge is the spot. Cheers!

Stopped in for some chocolate and coffee. Wanted to take the tour but you have to sign up somewhere…read moreelse. The chocolate factory. Go figure! Laid back, quiet place to enjoy a good cup of coffee and some kind of chocolate. I got a breve. Double shot with half n half. Tasty but should have added a shot of vanilla. Deb grabbed a affogato. Ice cream with espresso. Ok but a little bitter. Service was good and coffee was warm.

As beautiful as they are delicious. Friendly service with seating inside…read more Ice cream and bottled drinks.

Wonderful selection of cupcakes! We had a wedding cake and a caramel chocolate. They were as…read moredelicious as they were beautiful. Cakes were moist and frosting was plentiful and so good! The young lady who helped me was very nice. The shop is so cute with all items on display.

I swung by the Burnsville library first thing, hoping to settle in for a bit ‐ but it was closed…read more No matter. I figured a coffee shop might serve up better internet anyway, and I wasn't wrong. The morning crew was bustling but friendly, quickly selling me a cup for the self-serve station and pointing me toward the stairs. The ground floor is cozy and compact, but they've got a second level that opens things up nicely. I chose the light roast labeled 'Autumn Honduras,' which turned out to be a fabulous pick ‐ bright, smooth, and just what I needed. I added a modest splash of cream, climbed the stairs, and found a quiet spot to settle in. I spent a solid hour up there, sipping slowly and sketching out the next leg of my journey through the mountains. It's a genuinely comfortable space, with enough warmth and quiet to make a full workday feel entirely doable. You could easily lose track of time here, and I wouldn't blame you one bit. [Review 1229 of 2025 - 4414 in North Carolina - 24781 overall]

The sandwiches are delicious. It is a bit overpriced for the area. The service was good. Cupcakes…read moredelicious. No entertainment and no music or talking--people to talk to. Not great ambience!

Let's just be clear! There's no better cupcake place in Shelby that can even compare to the…read moremagnificence of the Cupcake Corner. I've been a patron of the Cupcake Corner for a while. I have had an array of cupcakes ranging from Strawberry Short Cake to Red Velvet. And no matter the flavor, I'm always moved by the consistency of the cake, the goodness of the frosting and the artistry that comes included in every bite. On my most recent visit I ordered a half dozen of cupcakes. We ordered two peanut butter, two cookies and cream and two vanilla. I ate the cookies and cream one. It was seriously the most delicious cookies and cream cupcake ever created. The cupcakes are freshly frosted at each visit so the cookie and cream topping the cupcake was soft accompanying a very moist cupcake. I highly recommend visiting the Cupcake Corner next time you're in uptown Shelby.

I had a lovely afternoon tea at The Book & Bee last year (2025), so I would give this place four to…read morefive stars for that experience alone. I tried to go back this year, and am so appalled by the customer service (or lack thereof) that I will now give it 0 stars, so settled for two since I can't do two and a half. Yes, the food and ambiance were wonderful in 2025. I tried to book another afternoon tea party and called a month and a half in advance. This was to celebrate multiple birthdays with a group of busy moms so wanted to get it on the calendar. No one called me back despite the voicemail saying that we would hear back "promptly." I left two more messages in a span of two, three weeks and still nothing. I even emailed, no response. Finally, a friend stopped by in person and was told that the cafe would be short staffed the weekend we wanted the reservation for so the manager needs to see if there are enough people working before confirming. Okay....but why wouldn't you call back to tell me that? Our requested reservation is tomorrow and I still have not heard back from anyone. This is abysmal customer service. As mentioned, food was good but not good enough to treat potential customers like this. Hard pass from now on and will not go back or recommend. *Editing to respond to Victoria -- those were the dates I called and left voicemails. Perhaps there was a phone issue on your end, but I did not even get a missed call. My friend who stopped by in person spoke to a manager. She had to go by twice due to the manager not being available the first time. I also did not get an email response.

This is such a cute little café, and if you love hot tea, it's truly the place to be. My friend and…read moreI went for lunch--her first visit, though I've been several times. The food is always delicious and the ambiance is wonderful. I'm giving a 4-star rating only because the service could have been better. No accommodations were offered, even when my friend asked to substitute sourdough bread for white on the pot roast sandwich. It seemed like an easy request since the pot roast is served on top of the bread. Overall, it's definitely worth a visit. Give it a try--I don't think you'll be disappointed!

This is my second time coming. I like the setting and decor. Red velvet, chandeliers and dim…read morelighting. The service was polite but the hard lean into the risqué and innuendo was low. My first time was better (pun intended!). The dessert was so-so. I got the Naughty by Nature and the lime was WAY too tart. I wish they had more variation for those who don't want a lot of chocolate or peanut butter. My guy had the Peanut Butter Perversion and said it was too creamy. We may try again one day, but not too soon. I do love the menu process and ease to view options.

Let me start with this: I wanted to give this place 2 stars, but I'm giving 3 solely because of the…read moreaccommodating staff over the phone who kindly helped change the time of our reservation. That kind of service is appreciated. Unfortunately, everything else? Pretty underwhelming. First impressions? Chaos. The entrance area is a logistical mess. People trying to enter, others trying to leave, a cramped waiting area, and no host in sight to direct traffic or check people in. Add dim lighting that makes it hard to see people moving around, and you've got elbows bumping and bodies brushing. Ironically, the most "intimate" part of the whole night was navigating the front door. The concept? Great. The execution? Not so much. I actually love the idea behind this place -- seductive storytelling by your server, iPads with flirtatious menus, and provocative questions to ask your partner. That's all fun... if that's what you're coming for. I came for the desserts. And as someone who takes sweets seriously, this place didn't deliver. Let's talk drinks: Tiny, overpriced, and flavor-wise -- basic. Nothing memorable. The chocolate-rimmed glasses are a nice touch in theory, but licking the rim doesn't elevate the drink. If I want to rim a glass with something sweet at home, I can. That alone doesn't justify the price. Now, the real heartbreak -- the desserts. My fiancé had the Prince Charming red velvet cheesecake, and I don't think I've ever encountered a cheesecake so dry, so devoid of flavor. Even the crust tasted off -- weirdly savory, and not in a creative way. I ordered the Blueberry Birthday -- it sounded like heaven: buttered cinnamon-sugar toast, Belgian white chocolate, spiked blueberry compote, brie cheese, and a strawberry champagne dip. Sadly, it was more like culinary whiplash. Dry. Disconnected flavors. The only thing that saved it from being inedible was the champagne dip -- without it, I probably would've choked. Three drinks and three desserts came out to around $90. For that price, I expected to be wowed -- or at least pleasantly full. I left confused, slightly annoyed, and still craving dessert. Maybe we came on an off night. Maybe we chose the wrong menu items. Either way, I won't be back to find out.

Best espresso I've had in quite a while…read more It isn't super spacious, but staff were kind & accommodating. I'd gladly stop in for a caffeine boost any time I'm in the area.

Walked over here after dinner. I had delicious hot chocolate and my son had chocolate ice cream so…read moreit was a win win for everyone. Very cute place and just perfect for after dinner.