I discovered the greatness that is The Robin's Nest at the 2026 Ice & Fire Festival in Harrisburg,…read moreand I'm pretty sure it was fate. After lunch I was wandering around the festival trying to decide on a sweet treat. It was cold, wet, and grey, and my stomach had reached the stage of the day where it was aggressively reminding me that dessert had not yet been consumed. The dessert options at the festival were plentiful, but the moment I passed The Robin's Nest stand the decision was made. This also happens to coincide with what I can only describe as my Whoopie Pie Era, a completely self-appointed personal mission to sample as many whoopie pies as possible in the name of...research. So when I spotted their display of baked goods -- including a whole lineup of whoopie pies -- the gravitational pull toward that stand became unavoidable. And wow...the options! They had everything from whoopie pies to chocolate Easter eggs to breads and cookies. It was honestly difficult to choose what to eat in the moment and even harder not to just buy an entire bag of baked goods to bring home with me. After what felt like an eternity negotiating with my stomach, I finally landed on a S'mores whoopie pie for $2.50. My stomach was still yelling "BUY IT ALL," but I exercised a bit of restraint. I've had a few disappointing whoopie pie experiences lately, so I didn't want to put all my eggs into one nest. (Yes, that pun was absolutely intentional. We are talking about The Robin's Nest, after all.) It was a tough decision because they had 13 different whoopie pie flavors available that day, and the temptation to grab one of each was very real. But I stuck with the S'mores...for now. And candidly -- I was not disappointed. This S'mores whoopie pie was easily one of the best I've had in quite some time, and now I'm kicking myself a little for not grabbing several more while I had the chance. When it comes to whoopie pies, the filling -- the "whoopie," if you will -- is more important to me than the cake -- the "pie" in my world. I want a serious amount of filling. I want it sweet, flavorful, and clearly identifiable as what it claims to be -- not just generic "sweet frosting." The cake should be dense and substantial, and when the whole experience is over, I want to know I actually ate a proper dessert. The Robin's Nest absolutely nailed it! The filling-to-cake ratio was excellent, and the chocolate coating on top was a really nice surprise. Instead of soft frosting that peels off with the wrapper, it was a firm chocolate shell that stayed intact with every bite. The cake itself was dense, moist, and rich -- exactly what a proper whoopie pie should be. Needless to say, my Whoopie Pie Era research continues...and The Robin's Nest has officially secured a very strong position in the rankings. I will absolutely be seeking them out again for more whoopie pies -- and probably several of their other baked goods as well. The only challenge is their lack of online presence, which makes it a little harder to know where they'll pop up next. But honestly, if the end result is another whoopie pie like this one, it might just be worth the drive to Abbottstown, PA to hunt them down...I've definitely done more ridiculous things in pursuit of a really good whoopie pie!

On Friday 3-11-22 was at Timonium Fair Ground Home & Garden show, the craft exhibit area had booth…read morefor Robin's Nest. Purchased some Peanut Butter Balls. Absolutially, melt in mouth delicious! A friend also bought some dog biscuits for both her dog and mine. From the way my dog ate 1 of her biscuits, it received a 5-paws review. Robin's Nest had many other bakery products at booth: multiple flavored whoppie pies, small cakes and pies and other bakery items. Only regret was going to craft show in exhibit hall last, Robin's Nest booth was on left side as enter hall and at far end. Next time go to any type of "show", I'm going to check out exhibitors list, first. If Robin's Nest is there, stopping by earlier and buying something to get me through day, then back before leaving to restock for home.

They have an entire dedicated gluten free display case of baked goods and pies! Amazing! This is…read moresuch a sweet little coffee shop, fast service and friendly staff! The blueberry latte was very good, as were the blueberry cheesecake muffin, double chocolate muffin, funfetti roll, and lemon pie. We will be back every time we visit New Oxford. Thank you!

Staff were super friendly, the place has a wonderful atmosphere. Perfect for a drink and a book!…read more Loads of gluten free pastries, quiche. Very impressive selection for a "small" town place. Has my celiac stamp of approval for no cross contamination. Drinks were great too- matcha and cherry blossom cold brew were what we sampled.

Super friendly family run operation with absolutely delicious assortment of cakes and pastries…read more The frosted brownies are one of my favorites!

I was visiting Gettysburg and had a craving for something sweet. So of course......Sweeter than…read moreSAP! I had never visited this charming little shop but was happy to try out a few of the sweets on display! I couldn't resist the Cinnamon Roll and it was the BEST I have ever had...anywhere! I also tried a little strawberry delight with ripe strawberries and cream and it was also delicious! Everything looked so good and I wish I had purchased a few more items to take home! Delighted to have found this wonderful little bakery! If you are anywhere near Gettysburg be sure to stop by and enjoy some of the many items they offer! Just an Update: Sweeter than SAP has moved to a new location! New Location is larger with lots of parking! 756 York Road, Gettysburg, PA

The best cinnamon rolls north of the Mason Dixon line. Nice people who just happen to be excellent…read morebakers.

Outstanding as Always !…read more You can't get any fresher donuts and pastries then here ! They offer all kinds of creative donuts, muffins and a bunch of other goodies ! The Cinnamon Rolls are killer Extremely clean and it's a very nice atmosphere to grab a coffee and goodie and sit down and enjoy ! The best donuts in the Hanover Area

We absolutely love Decked Out Donuts!!!!. Their donuts are always so fresh and very delicious!!!!…read more The staff is so friendly and always willing to accommodate. My husband asked for a creamed filled donut and they actually filled a few donuts for him right on the spot! My granddaughter absolutely loved the donut shown in the pics with the icecream cone and sprinkles! Such a cute vibe to this donut shop! We will always come back for more goodies!

Had to make an unplanned stop on a long drive. So grateful to find this beautiful, quiet, CLEAN…read morecoffee shop. Americano and Danish are super yummy. Staff is attentive and courteous. Makes me wish I lived here so I could come back!

Great spot with great service although not a great room to dine in so have some patience. Some…read moreAdvice when ordering sausage on your bagel, hold on tight because if you accompany this on the Morning Veg it's gonna be sloppy! Last advice: Try the Bread Pudding

Delicious food!! Great spot! The ingredients tasted very good and high quality. Friendly staff.read more

It is with pleasure and honor as a Yelp Elite to add Five Loaves Sandwich Shop to Yelp…read more We are so glad we stopped here, what an awesome little sandwich shop located right in New Oxford Square, connected to Deja Brew. This is our 2nd visit in 3 days, we absolutely love the Italian Sub & Ham and Cheese Sub. The Sub Roll is perfect (They make their breads fresh daily here) ! The meats and cheeses along with a nice selection of toppings are all so very fresh and flavorful ! We can't wait to try some of their Paninis and Breakfast Sandwiches . They look amazing ! The menu offers a very nice selection of sandwiches and salad's .... The staff is extremely friendly and helpful and seem to really have a passion for their job . Service is outstanding, they make your selections fresh The interior is very welcoming and spotless, they do have a very heartwarming board on a side wall that folks and local business has pre-paid for food for those in need, awesome ! Inside the shop you can sit in between Five Loaves and Deja Brew Coffee Shop & Bakery. It's a must stop on the Bakery side, so many amazing pastries, cake, muffins and the list goes on We highly recommend supporting this small business

I've been here a handful of times. First three were awesome, great sandwiches, five stars. More…read morerecently last one was out of rolls so four stars but sandwich was still good. Today's was one star, bread was so burnt I thought I'd gotten the wrong bread when I unwrapped it. Looks NOTHING like their usual sub rolls. Was also weird plastic thin strips in it. Was a sad sandwich and took a long time to make. Seems like today was not their day. It'll be a while before I try again. Was over 15$ for sandwich chips and drink where sandwich was hard to eat just tasted like burnt dry bread.

I decided it was finally time for a little solo date night... with Massimos Italian Bakery. Nearly…read more6pm on a Friday, walking in alone, knowing I could choose anything I wanted and then sit at a cozy little table to destroy every last crumb in absolute peace? That's my love language. When I arrived, I was person three of three in the small bakery. Quiet and calm, except for a man around my age and a younger boy chatting at a table about basically every topic under the sun. The vibe was gentle, warm, and perfectly unhurried. I took my time browsing their pastry cases--very full pastry cases--and genuinely could have eaten one of everything. But tonight was a dessert-only mission, so I narrowed it down to two knockout items. First up: the easiest decision I've made in months. A HUGE chocolate-dipped cannoli roll filled with hazelnut crème. This masterpiece was absolutely heavenly. The chocolate coating was thick and rich (the kind that snaps when you bite it). The cannoli shell stayed crunchy, which is rare and beautiful. And the hazelnut crème? Smooth, whipped, sweet in that refined way where you feel delighted, not diabetic. Perfection. My second pick was smaller but impossible to leave behind: a Pistachio roll with glossy sweet frosting on the outside, perched on a crunchy cannoli puff, absolutely stuffed with pistachio filling. And let me tell you--this filling was to die for. Sweet, silky, pistachio-forward without veering into "pure nut paste" territory. Pistachio in baked goods can be hit-or-miss for me, but Massimo's nailed the balance. Honestly, they've nailed everything I've ever had from here. My total came to $10.20 including tip, and the value felt spot-on for the size, flavor, and quality of the pastries. Plenty of free parking right out front since it's in a small strip mall. And can we talk about their hours? They're open 7am-7pm, Tuesday through Sunday (closed on Mondays), which is practically unheard of for local bakeries. Those long hours make Massimo's an unbeatable post-dinner dessert stop or a sweet late-afternoon pick-me-up. Friendly staff, gorgeous pastries, shelves of grab-and-go treats, and the peaceful ambiance of a bakery that doesn't rush you. My first solo trip definitely won't be my last. Highly recommend treating yourself. You deserve it.

Everything looked amazing but none of the items I ordered were fresh. Seemed to be a few days old…read more Underwhelming.

WOW! Just WOW! I had never been to Gettysburg Baking until yesterday and was pleasantly…read moresurprised! I selected the Cinnamon Raisin Twist, a Pecan Sticky Bun and a cup of coffee. The Cinnamon Raisin Twist was AMAZING! SO GOOD! Just what I was craving! This morning I enjoyed the Pecan Sticky Bun and it was also DELICIOUS! I am definitely going to be returning to try more of these delicious items! Highly Recommend!

The deserts were wonderful We both for the ham and brie…read moresandwich And Two lattes Small Place line can be long 5-7 small seats around the back Highly recommend