Common Ground

We stopped by Doppio Pasticceria Sicilian Bakery for lunch with our two Grand-Loves (ages 6 and…read more10). It is a cozy, smaller spot, but the team moves really efficiently. We opted to sit inside instead of the patio because a rogue bee decided to bother the girls, LOL! The pizzas are made completely fresh to order. We got a Pepperoni Pizza for the girls and the Meat Lover's Pizza for my Wife(My BFF) and me (we swapped out the prosciutto and added onions). The girls absolutely loved theirs and knocked down 3 to 4 slices each! The crust had great crispness and held up firmly without getting soggy. The pepperoni and sausage brought tremendous flavor, though I preferred the Meat Lover's because the sausage and onions created that extra layer of savory depth. The crust edge was just a tiny bit darker than we normally prefer, but that was minuscule compared to the overall quality. Big thumbs up all around for both the food and the friendly service. Before leaving, we had to grab some treats from the bakery side to go: Cannoli: My Wife (My BFF) ordered this (fried shell filled fresh to order with sheep's milk ricotta, cinnamon, chocolate chips, candied orange, and pistachio). Classic and delicious. Bomboloni: An incredible fried yeasted doughnut filled with honey saffron pastry cream. The dough itself was so soft, pillowy, and fresh. The honey saffron filling is unique, light, and not overly sweet, my Wife (My BFF) wasn't as keen on that specific flavor profile, but I loved it. Cornetto: Essentially a giant, lightly sweetened laminated brioche croissant. Flaky, buttery, and light. We could easily eat these pastries on a regular basis. We're thrilled to have found another go-to pizza and bakery spot whenever the craving hits!

Didn't love it, but I think it's just not for me…read more Came on a Sunday morning, as others have mentioned it's very small inside but it's nicely designed with beautiful tile. We got 2 pastries and 2 coffee drinks. I got a lemon spritz espresso soda thing which actually was delicious! My husband got plain iced coffee which was also good. What I didn't appreciate was my drink being served in a soggy, soaking wet/condensing cup. They use paper to go cups. They need to figure that out, it was pretty rough to hold - collapsing and soggy, not a great experience. Our pastries were just okay - got the fig/creme filled big puff and a spinach ricotta pastry. Both were fine, a bit dry, and I've had similar/better things from Tous Le Jous, cafe dear Leon, and even ovenbird. These seemed maybe not so fresh. They do charge a 15% gratuity for all orders so we paid about $4 extra for a soggy cup and only okay pastries. Ultimately we just didn't love the experience and the cost. I'd come back to try the pizza and sandwiches but I will have low expectations.

Pizza

Stuffed (mushroom) pasta soup and rosemary hot chocolate! Both delish!

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Pistachio strawberry tart

Cafe Los Suenos

4.7(72 reviews)

0.8 mi•Remington

Warning: only go on week days…read more When the owner is working it's great but on weekends the people he has working are clowns and cry if they have to break a sweat. One of them was being such a whiney baby that I just walked out -not worth it on the weekend . Gen Z can't handle crowds-they're too fragile

This coffee shop is such a treat in this neighborhood! My partner and I had iced horchata, mine…read morewith oat milk and theirs with espresso and oat milk. It was DELICIOUS. Not too sweet and the cinnamon was just perfect, not too overpowering. Baristas were kind and offered good recommendations. The vibe is pretty chill, the seating is along the coffee bar and one table and chairs set to the side.

Iced cold brew

Latte with Oat Milk

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Horchata latte (only offered iced)

The Bun Shop

4.1(650 reviews)

2.2 mi•Mount Vernon

The Bun Shop is a large open yet dark space with a good amount of seating. They will heat up your…read morebun selections for immediate enjoyment. We got ours heated for the train trip, since they were stored chilled. The breakfast bun fared better of my two picks, as the folded up corners of the chickpea pastry got tough to bite through when consumed later at room temperature.

Hangout spot. Variety of different seating and open large seating spots. Open late. Dark and…read morelaid back Drinks and food are decent but nothing magical, highlight is the space and openness for sure

The Bun Shop 8/2025

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La Maison by Cafe Dear Leon

4.7(93 reviews)

0.9 mi•Remington

Believe the rave reviews -- it really is as good as people say it is…read more I didn't go to a single other place twice during my short trip to Baltimore, but this one had to be my last stop before I left. That should tell you something! I also genuinely did not think their most popular item, the crab pastry, would live up to the hype... but holy crap, it really is that good. It's such a unique pastry and it's so filling too. I love their coffee, and I ended up ordering a bunch of pastries just to try them -- every single one was a hit. Not a miss in the bunch. It's also such a beautiful cafe, with lots of students and people working and chatting. Such a lovely place to sit for a while. Highly recommend!

Had to finally make our way to Baltimore to get our hands on the famous crab dip bagel. We went in…read moreon a weekday and did not have to wait in line. This location is great because it's so spacious. Our order was taken quickly and we were able to order what we wanted without having to be told anything was sold out. We did the two crab dip bagels, the Crookie, and the hojicha brioche aux craquelin. In total, we spent about $45. The crab dip bagels may seem pricey but they are actually very filling. Beware, once you are there, you will see other things and want to try them. I was conflicted about waiting until the next bake schedule hour to try the elote cornbread, but had to save that for next time because we were short on time. We really enjoyed our bagels, they were very tasty, but I also felt like still good but overly hyped. They were good, don't get me wrong, but just a bit overhyped. I personally wouldn't wait in line over an hour for them as I have heard others share they have done in the past. As for the other pastries, they were fine. We were quite full from the bagels so maybe we didn't give them a fair shot, but they were just "fine" to us. Nothing spectacular or out of this world. That being said, we were full and saw so many other menu items we would like to give a try to next time, so we will be back!

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Olivia Coffee

4.0(21 reviews)

1.9 mi•Midtown Belvedere

I won't be back and it's because the coffee wasn't good. It's the service. I ordered a latte that…read morewas listed as one price in the menu but showed a different price when it was put in the system. I asked the server why and she had an attitude and suggested I was looking at something different. When I asked her to please correct it, she said well we need to change the menu because it hasn't been updated with new pricing. Okay? That sounds like in the mean time you should honor the price on your menu. I don't think I would come back after this because while it wasn't her fault, she was not pleasant about it at all

I stopped by Coffee Olivia before catching an Amtrak train and grabbed a couple of lattes. It's a…read moreconvenient spot if you're looking for a quick coffee on the go, and the location makes it an easy stop before traveling. The coffee was good, but it felt more like a chain coffee shop than a specialty café. The syrups appeared to be standard rather than house-made, so it didn't have the craft coffee experience I was hoping for. During my visit, my iced latte had quite a bit of ice, and when the lid was put on, some of the espresso spilled over the sides of the cup. The cup was quickly wiped off and handed to me, which was a little disappointing. Overall, it's a convenient option if you're nearby and need a quick coffee, but I'd probably explore other local coffee shops first if I had the time.

Honey latte on a foggy morning

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Artifact Coffee

4.0(689 reviews)

0.7 mi•Hampden

Good coffee, great food. But no where to eat it! Very limited space w Covid restrictions (this was…read morea month ago so maybe they've since been lifted), but we had to eat in our car! We had the Kale pesto sandwich and breakfast sandwich, both were good (esp the kale). Will come again if I can avoid peak hours.

Food. 3/10 Atmosphere 6/10…read moreService 5/10 Tips: there is a huge parking lot! Honestly, I'm not sure what happened with my tomato soup, but it was so watery. I could taste water and salt only, no tomato. My sandwich was really bland and I did not like the bread at all. Also, they gave me two slices of pickles, the ends of it, was I really supposed to eat that? I feel like it was supposed to be thrown away and they just added it to my plate. Overall, pretty disappointed after coming all the way here from Philadelphia. Coffee also tasted watered down and diluted, even though I got three shots.

Study space

Chocolate-almond biscotti and mocha snack cake (in the box!)

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Oatmeal, Apple and Plum Compote

Llamas’ Corner

4.2(96 reviews)

1.5 mi•Bolton Hill

Minority-owned & operated

Eco-friendly

Everything was great. The staff was polite and I will definitely be returning to try more of the…read moremenu.

This was my second time here, but first time in. My first visit they were closing early as we…read morepulled up. This time around I met up with a friend over beverages. I grabbed a strawberry smoothie, it was okay, I wouldn't order again but I also drank my whole smoothie. Ordering was smooth, I looked around for a menu before being told I needed to use the kiosk, whoops my bad. The space has a vibe and you can tell thought went into the decor, but I had trouble with the cleanliness. I avoided the couch filled with stains and then the flies. I looked around to see if I saw fly traps but I didnt. I eventually got up and went outside as I was constantly swatting at flies.

Biscoff Cookie Crunch Latte

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Bird In Hand

3.9(143 reviews)

0.7 mi•Charles Village

When I was craving good coffee and good vibes while in Baltimore, it was Bird In Hand that…read moredelivered on almost every occasion (pretty much all the time that I didn't switch things up by going to Blueprint, with their review coming later)! On top of being a solid coffeehouse, Bird doubles as a great local bookstore filled with plenty of good reads. But I was craving caffeine and their seasonal lattes and Vietnamese iced coffee proved to be sweet revelations! they also have a full espresso bar and even have a good selection of spirits for when you need to kick back and imbibe on a cocktail. For food I saw a lot of temptng options on the menu,which included breakfast options like avocado toast and egg & cheese sandwiches, and seasonal salads. But it was hard to turn down the spicy ham banh MI which delivered a savory salty burn in the right way! Toss in awesome service, and a water refill station that serves still and sparkling, and you have the perfect pick me up!

Cutest little coffee shop! The employees were very friendly and our order came out promptly. The…read morestrawberry matcha was perfectly balanced and the iced coffee was just the right strength. The cinnamon roll was delicious!

Orange, Cranberry, & Chocolate Oat Cookie from Ovenbird Bakery ($3) and Large Iced Coffee ($3.75)

Mishmish mango sticky rice popup

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Hot chocolate

Good Neighbor

4.4(208 reviews)

0.4 mi•Hampden

Good Neighbor is an absolute VIBE! If you're looking for a trendy, laid-back spot to kick back,…read moreenjoy some coffee or wine, and just escape for a little while, this is definitely the place. We ordered the croissant, cinnamon brioche toast, a bowl of fruit, an iced chai latte, and a hot chocolate. The cinnamon brioche toast was easily a standout, it had the perfect combination of cinnamon and butter in every bite and tasted phenomenal. The iced chai latte was a little watered down for my preference, but it was still enjoyable. The atmosphere is really what makes Good Neighbor special. The space has such a cool, relaxed energy that makes you want to hang out and stay awhile. Parking can be a little tricky, so I'd recommend planning ahead, but overall, this was such a great experience. Great food, great atmosphere, and an overall amazing vibe. I'll definitely be back!

nice people, good vibes, warm atmosphere. i ordered the…read morematch latte and it was definitely one of the better ones i've tried. i didn't get it sweetened and even then its still very good. definitely would recommend!

Overnight oats and mocha latte

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(l. to r.) Chai Latte and Flat White

Dangerously Delicious Pies

3.5(175 reviews)

0.1 mi•Hampden

OMG so good, rustic and tastes homemade…read more Baltimore Bxmb (5/5) - Baltimore's Berger's Cookies nestled on a vanilla egg custard base. We warmed it up in the oven and air fryer a few times which let the chocolate melt.

One of the best places my family and I have every visited! We had the pleasure of meeting the…read moreowner, who gave us great insight into the company and how he got to be where he is today. Very wonderful person! We were just visiting, so we got a variety of pies. My favorites are the key lime and chocolate cream pie. But every pie is delicious, so you can't go wrong with any pie you order. Best pie in the DMV area, and will definitely revisit if we're back in Baltimore!

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Taylor R.

7 years ago

Friendly staff and good coffee. The only downside is small space so would not recommend coming here if you are trying to get work done. I got the iced latte and it tasted just like ceremony coffee roasters! It's ~20 cents more expensive though. Overall, the sandwich and pastry selection is more extensive than ceremony and more non-coffee options if you are into that. Love the overall hipster vibe of the place! read more

Holland P.

4 years ago

On my way to the library, I stopped by to have a quick cup of coffee. The hot chai latte in its smaller size was what I chose, and it was tasty but mild. The chai itself has wonderful flavor, however, I thought the taste might have been a little stronger. This place has a good vibe. This location has a good vibe. Although it is pretty small and intimate, the baristas were excellent and welcoming! read more

Lucas E.

9 years ago

Overall a lot of great experiences! Good homemade pastries, yummy breakfast sandwiches and good coffee. I am absolutely enjoy this place. And would be back for sure. read more

Paul M.

3 years ago

It's now closed, as of July 3rd. It looks like the closure is permanent. Not sure why- it was unexpected.

Jamie G.

13 years ago

waited for a panini for ~25 min. it was good, but prob not worth that wait.

Jonathan G.

11 years ago

Very cozy local coffeehouse. Delicious muffins. Also, they do have Wifi now!

Bnjmn W.

14 years ago

great bagels, good coffee, wonderful vibes, and a cozy back porch.

Penny P.

8 years ago

the chai peanut butter banana smoothie is FIIIREEEEE so good

Noah L.

11 years ago

One thing smoothie=the best! Great workers!

Levine M.

118

17 years ago

Yum!!

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