This place was so incredibly disappointing. My husband got the breakfast pizza and I got the farmers veggie pizza. First, the eggs on the breakfast pizza were burnt. My veggie pizza only had zucchini, no other veggies. The toppings slid off both. Neither pizza was good. There were no plates, glassware or silverware. Everything came in boxes and you had to collect your own food when it was ready. But, that didn't stop them from asking for an $8 tip on a $4O lunch, which I declined. I'm sure there are better options elsewhere. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Lackluster veggie pizza. - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

I've been coming to this coffee and bakery shop in downtown Leesburg, VA for years, and it continues to be one of my favorite local spots. The farm‑to‑table food is consistently high‑quality, the employees are friendly, and the whole place has such a charming, cozy ambiance. It's truly one of the cutest spaces in town. The food is on the pricier side, but honestly, everything is these days and the quality here usually makes it worth it. They offer both indoor and outdoor dining, which I've always appreciated. My only real concern is the current indoor seating setup. The dining area is now limited to one very small room inside the house with tightly packed tables, and it's noticeably uncomfortable compared to how it used to be. In the past, seating was spread throughout the connected house on the property, which made the experience feel relaxed and welcoming. Now, most of those rooms seem to be used for gift‑shop retail space instead. While the shop is lovely, I can't help but feel that expanding indoor dining again would serve customers and the business far better than the retail rooms. People who buy high‑quality, fairly pricey food want a comfortable place to sit and enjoy it. I truly love this place and hope they consider bringing back more indoor seating. It's a gem in Leesburg, and with a few adjustments, it could be even better. read more

I found this place while visiting the area for a wedding. The name was just so cute that I felt like I needed to visit and try their food. I really loved the space as it's located downtown, all the buildings surrounding it were really quaint. There is street parking and a lot across the street. The space is actually roomier than expected. And there's bathrooms as well. The building for ordering has bar seating, there's outside patio seating, and another building with more seating that's connected to a business so you can eat and shop. Although there is seating indoors, it's a bit tight. If it wasn't raining I probably would've sat outside. I tried their French toast, their og breakfast sammie , and a dirty chai. Their dirty chai had a kick to it versus your basic chai latte with the limited spices. Both break items were delicious and filling. I feel their breakfast Sammie is definitely shareable. The French toast could be eaten by one haha. I would definitely stop by if I'm in the area again. read more

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I had lunch at Cowbell Kitchen on Friday, when I was spending the day in Leesburg. It's a charming spot - with outdoor courtyard seating (as well as inside seating if the weather isn't to your liking). When I was ready to have lunch in Leesburg, I wanted something healthier, and Cowbell Kitchen's menu has lots of healthier options (bowls, salads, sandwiches...). It's vegan and vegetarian friendly. I ordered their Veggie Burger, a side of fries, and their cucumber fresca. The drinks was refreshing, but the food was just okay. The veggie burger was one of those that was quite ... mushy? It had little flavor and little texture. The fries weren't crispy enough to be very tempting to me, and I didn't each much of the serving (it's way too large of a portion to go with one meal - it really needs to be shared). I was definitely underwhelmed by the food unfortunately. I liked that you order at the register and that they text you when your order is ready. I also loved the courtyard seating - it was beautiful and relaxing, and I enjoyed reading my book while I ate my lunch. Overall, Cowbell Kitchen wasn't a bad place for a healthier meal, but I'm not super likely to return on my next trip to Leesburg. read more

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45 minutes waiting on a latte. Most frustrating was I added that upon arrival as the sandwiches were ordered a head of time and were ready. After my wife asked they basically could have cared less. This used to be a great place not certain of this any longer. read more

TL;DR: Adorable spot for a date! Food (5/5): The muffins were huge and absolutely delicious! We tried the strawberry and blueberry, and both were incredible! They had a perfectly crunchy top and a moist, fluffy inside. Truly outstanding! Drinks (5/5): I ordered a lavender latte, and it was perfectly balanced! It paired really well with the strawberry muffin. Ambiance (5/5): The café is tucked down a little corridor that opens into a charming patio-style seating area. The main shop is small to allow space for a large kitchen. Inside, there's a cute table with knickknacks for sale and a counter where you place your order. A glass display case shows off all the baked goods. The bathrooms were spotless and even had free feminine products, which was a thoughtful touch. Service (5/5): The service was warm and friendly. The staff member talked to us like a friend and was quick with the order. read more

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What can you say about one of cutest and most delicious bakery/restaurants in VA... it's literally a hidden gem. It's tucked away behind the Main Street and near the courthouse and law library. The service is friendly and amazing! You feel like you are being shown to a secret dining experience that only you know... and it's beautiful and warm. The breakfast biscuit sandwiches and the baked goods are out of this world! I can't believe this place has been here for so long without me hearing about it from everyone! The food is fresh and the ingredients all are perfectly prepared and combined for the best meal you're gonna have in a long time. Plan for a trip to downtown Leesburg and plan for your mind to be blown! read more

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Cowbell is adorable, but unfortunately I don't think I'll come back anytime soon. I love the outdoor seating and the shops in their indoor space was really well done. My friend and I came here for a Sunday breakfast to celebrate my 30th together after a long weekend of festivities. Cowbell was highly rated and such a cute vibe. The gag? She treated me to a $55+ meal that lacked salt and seasonings and a drink that had me coughing up a storm due to the over reliance on spices. But now onto the good food: The French toast was bomb!! So delicious and flavorful and I loved the blueberries on there. They had called it a fresh fruit compote but really it's not a compote at all just fruit they have on hand thrown on there! Now onto the bad, the potatoes and eggs had no flavor. They didn't add a single thing of salt or pepper at all. Then had the audacity to charge 1$ for dipping sauces. How do you not season your food but then up charge when a customer asks for flavor ? Next I do not recommend the golden milk latte at all. It's not good and they refused to exchange it for another drink without me paying for another. I've never had a cafe do that before read more

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Oh, Cowbell Kitchen! Such a sweet place. Recently spent a quiet morning breakfasting on the patio. Gorgeous gardens surrounding, little bookshop to pop into for indoor seating. Folks and dogs of all ages gathering...and a yummy BLT for breakfast with a beautiful thick homegrown tomato as the star of the show. Coffee was great too. Nice folks behind the counter so just a terrific experience all around. read more

Happy to restore our faith: we stopped by on a rainy day sitting out in the covered porch enjoying the beautiful garden opposite. It seems all of the bad issues we faced before were corrected: staff was very friendly, order process smooth, and food was actually brought to the table. Very happy with the improvement! read more

Deliciousss!!! We had a bit of a hard time finding parking so we parked in a lot about 7 mins walking distance. It was good since we had our doggos anyway and we got to see how cute downtown leesburg is. I got a chicken sandwich without the buns- the chicken was delicious and moist. I loved the sautéed pepper and onions being mixed in. It has a nice flavor and seasoning was perfect. My chai tea was delicious! My mom inhaled her French toast and even finished a side salad + avocado. The side salad was very fresh. I like that it's women owned and run. Power to you ladies. The storefront itself is tiny but they have spacious outdoor seating and the indoor seating is across the building. It's super cute. Their pastries looked amazing so I'll try that next time. We'll certainly be coming back as they left a lasting impression. read more

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Outstanding. Maybe the best muffins in the area. Please add more. They were perfect. Eggs and French toast were better than my grandmother's breakfasts. You guys put her in the grave. Sorry , she's dead. But still she could not do a breakfast to save her life. Great job. Keep it up Jason Blum Ashburn read more

Not the best breakfast place in leesburg. Ordered sandwiches here and did not realize was vegan based. If you are gluten free this place is for you and would recommend if have those food constraints . They have a unique menu but lack sauce , flavor and natural ingredients. I recommend go down the street to south street or Anita's for better sandwiches / burritos. Waiting -45min for a white bread weird non- egg sandwich...not the best. Beautiful venue / little garden patio however.. But they need to grow on their breakfast recipes. read more

I didn't review this place the first time my order was not correct because it was very busy and I extended grace in that maybe they were overwhelmed. Today - it happened again. I specifically ordered a grilled cheese with the homemade marinara because I told the cashier " I don't really want a plain grilled cheese. Can you add a tomato or make it special at all?" She shared that tomatoes weren't in season but that they could do a GC with the marinara - I said "thank you, that sounded great! " Pretty easy conversation to follow. Guess what I got and didn't see until I was home. A very bland, not even seasoned, grilled cheese. When I phoned and expressed my concern, she apologized but failed to offer any compensation. How about " sorry, especially because we had an entire conversation about making the grilled cheese special ... and it wasn't correct even after that. We are happy to have you come in for another." That would have been a sound business decision ... Overall, while I appreciate that they offer decent veggie options, I find them overpriced for the portions and frustrated they don't make more of an effort to get the orders correct. They weren't busy today, I was the only one there so it is frustrating :( read more

This place is super precious with every item made with care! There's limited indoor dine-in seating, but it's also fast casual so people come and go quickly. There's a lot it cute outdoor patio space too. To go works too of course. I had a seasonal pumpkin muffin and it was delish! My friends like the Italian hoagie and the biscuit sandwich. i def recommend for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. read more

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Lovely place. Staff is very nice. Female owned! You order at the counter and find a table (first come first serve) and they bring your order to you. Next time I go I think I'll explore the breakfast bowls. The sandwich was delicious but a lot of biscuit... but good nonetheless! Mocha was 10/10. The vibe is cozy. And after you eat you can stop by the shop in-house and buy some jewelry, antique kitchenware, flowers, etc. read more

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I checked out Cowbell Kitchen for breakfast this morning - first time visiting. Took me a bit to find a place to park - no parking lot - as this business is located in Old Town Leesburg off of North King Street. I finally managed to find a curb spot. There is a public parking garage (with free parking for the first 2 hours) on the other side of the street behind the businesses - but my experience with that garage has been hit or miss. The previous last two visits to Old Town Leesburg yielded a totally full parking garage - and the second time - I got the last parking spot in the entire garage. Anyhoo - I ordered their OG Breakfast Sammich - with Bacon and on a Biscuit. I inquired about the availability of "cold brew" as I did not see it on the menu. They don't currently offer cold brew - only iced coffee - and the two are not the same. While I was waiting, I was ogling some of the baked goods in the display case - I'm a total slut for anything with blueberries - and they had the most amazing looking gigantic blueberry muffins, and the blueberry scones looked amazing! I got my sammich to go. You can eat on-site in a few places. There is a small bar inside by the window with a few spots with bar stools. There is also an outdoor courtyard - and an inside seating area across the other side of the courtyard. The sammich is HUGE! I ate half of it - and then the other half later as a snack. A word of warning - if you attempt to eat in the car (as I did) - you will experience a lot of biscuit crumbs! Very tasty! Service was good! I will be back! #CowbellKitchen read more

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My wife and I stopped for breakfast on a Sunday morning as we'd heard so many good things about the restaurant. Her French toast was good, but my avocado toast came with "pickled onions". The menu said it came with seasonal pickles. There was no mention of onions, which I do not like at all. My wife mentioned it to the clerk Clara and though she said "sorry", there was no real effort to remedy the situation. My wife suggested that they put something in the menu stating there were onions in the dish so that others do not run into the same situation. As we were leaving, she said she was "sorry that you did not like the food", to which my wife responded that we would not be back. We would have hoped that the manager would have come out or that we would have been given some type of coupon for something off on the next visit, or even given a Danish to go, but there were no concessions. How they handled the situation is what turned us off. There are many other local options for good food and service! read more

It was a really hot day, and I was looking for a snack to cool me down. The indoor seating area was packed, so we decided to sit outside instead. We walked in and were instantly greeted by the staff. There were so many cute pastries on display, and I had difficulty figuring out what to choose. We ended up going with the matcha white chocolate cutie cake and the peach smoothie bowl. The cake was difficult to eat as the plastic forks and spoons could not pierce through it easily. Not sure if this needs to be cooled down before eating, but I'd likely not get this again for that reason. The peach smoothie bowl was definitely the standout! It was very refreshing and had a strong peach flavor. I'm really interested in trying some of the other seasonal flavors when I come back! I'd also like to come back for brunch next time as the breakfast menu sounded really good. read more

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Cowbell Kitchen is an adorable little cafe on the outskirts of Old Town Leesburg, and it's got it all: delicious food, loads of seating both indoor and outdoor, friendly service, and a great atmosphere to enjoy your meal. I'd passed by the place for years until I finally tried it, and I regret not doing so sooner! The location can be a bit confusing - I had tried entering through the door off of Main Street, but that's actually just their indoor seating area. The counter and kitchen is located in a second building through the walkway next to the patio. I ordered one of their seasonal specials, the Burratta Grilled Cheese. I only had to wait for about 5 minutes until it was ready. It was basically a Caprese salad in sandwich form, and it was delicious. They were generous with the cheese and the tomato jam. It also came with three Gherkin pickles on the side. It was definitely a great way to start my day! I will definitely be back to try more of their menu, as well as their pastries. It also seems like a nice study spot alternative to the library or Starbucks, if that's something you're into. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Burratta Grilled Cheese - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

We came to Cowbell Kitchen for a weekend brunch and walked away feeling full and happy. They use local farmer's market produce, which could explain the slightly higher prices. I ordered a farm bowl and enjoyed it - the falafel itself wasn't particularly flavorful but tasted healthy and paired well with the beet hummus and cashew cream. The avocado toast was loaded and came with a generous amount of toppings but was slightly pricey at $16. Next time I'll opt for one of their seasonal specials instead. Overall, I appreciate their focus on sourcing local ingredients and everything we ordered tasted just as good as it looked -- vibrant, fresh, and healthy. Would return for breakfast or brunch if I'm in Leesburg again. read more

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Came for brunch last week with my family. I got the Farmer's Market Bowl. The food was incredible! Great portion size for the price. The hummus and cashew cream enhanced the flavor as well, and the falafel was cooked perfectly. Food came promptly and was delivered by a nice staff member. The patio was adorable, and there was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. There is also additional seating upstairs, which is surrounded by rooms with various local products. My sister and I stayed for a bit to do some work, and they had free wifi as well. Would definitely come again! read more

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Such a great find!! I had the smoothie bowl which was peach basil and was absolutely delicious. The side of toast and jam was a generous portion too. My husband had the breakfast pizza which was good too, more like a flatbread. read more

First time here. They have a curbside spot on busy King Street in Leesburg. I ordered the OG BACON BREAKFAST SAMMIE: EGG, CHEESE, BACON, DUKES, CHOICE OF BISCUIT, CIABATTA, FARM BREAD. The biscuits were sold out! I had this on ciabatta. It was really yummy. Ciabatta was very fresh. The white cheddar (I think) was melted. The bacon was generous and wrapped itself down around the bun. I like the Duke's mayo although usually don't buy it. The eggs were scrambled and a large portion. Almost too big and got cold really fast. I would buy it again and ask for less egg. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - OG BACON BREAKFAST SAMMIE EGG CHEESE, BACON, DUKES, with CIABATTA - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

The food is delicious and healthy. The outdoor eating area is the perfect place to be on a summer day. The service was excellent. I was able to order and receive my meal in under 15 minutes. I will be returning here for lunch again. read more

Delicious breakfast! Super busy so we waited a bit for food. Enjoyed rise and shine (traditional eggs, bacon, tots), French toast, breakfast sandwich, and avocado toast. Everything was fresh and tasty. Casual with nice outdoor seating. read more

Not that great. The wait for the sandwich was over 30 min and the place only had 5 tables filled. I get the vibe they want to be organic and healthy, however they leave behind a huge carbon footprint with the amount of paper they waste. There are other options with a classier feel read more

We loved this cute place! Delicious food, decent smaller menu, fresh baked treats, and fun things to look at. The service was very friendly and efficient. Overall I would come back! If I lived closer the smoothie bowls would be a weekly stop. read more

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If Cowbell Kitchen may seem somewhat pricey for lunch, it's worth it for the quality of the food and its relaxing ambiance. Looking for somewhere we hadn't been, we came for lunch and enjoyed the secluded outside seating on a pleasant summer day. I had the Farm Bowl which had a surprising diversity of textures and interesting flavors. The falafel was moist, tender, and delicious with a pleasantly crispy exterior, and the generous dollops of harissa, relish, cashew cream, and beet hummus contributed vibrant flavors to complement the fresh veggies, field greens, and grains. The bowl seems larger than it looks once you finish it, and it left me fully satisfied. Despite living in Leesburg for 20 years, this was our first time here, one of those "kick yourself for missing it" things. Based on this first visit, I consider it a "hidden gem" in downtown Leesburg. Nestled among some of the abundant, flowering landscaping that fills hidden spaces in town, it didn't seem just steps away from Route 15. We didn't try any of the creative baked goods or gelatos, but they looked enticing enough to warrant a visit just for those. Maybe next time! read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Been here twice in two days. Yippee!! They're nice and knowledgeable about what they have and what's in it. The food is delicious!! And what a cute place. We enjoyed eating outside and they brought our food and drinks to us. I'm going back again with the girls. Really like this place. Several Vegan options. read more

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Counter-service cafe with an outdoor seating area and a ton of old-time-y hidden rooms on the inside! The menu is pretty straightforward, but they also have a bunch of pastries and coffee drinks as well Food tasted locally sourced/organic, and was solid The downside is the lack of utensils/napkins/waters in the majority of the rooms read more

What does a girl love more than a smoothie bowl and flowers? :D This was sooo good. Strawberry basil was refreshing and the granola was so tasty. You don't usually expect a to go order to look this good. Love all the vegan options. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Strawberry Basil Bowl - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Food was delicious and fresh. Prices were great and the place was clean. You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. All the workers were nice and helpful. Recommend this cute little brunch spot! read more

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What's going on with this place? It used to have a huge variety of pastries. Now there might be two options. The pastry shop is cluttered with all kinds of knickknacks. They already have an entire store why jam up the pastry shop? We used to come here all the time. Really hope it's just a winter season thing and they get back to how they used to operate. read more

Definitely a lovely place to visit for coffee and breakfast. My first visit and it was a flutter with people coming to grab takeout and coffee but plenty of places to sit outside near a lovely garden area. My dish was very good but the potatoes were huge and not really for me. First time having vegan sausage made with eggplant and it was really good and I'm not even vegan. Would definitely return for more. read more

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What a cute little spot in downtown Leesburg! We came here on a random morning for breakfast and it did not disappoint. Both of us got the breakfast Sammie and the pancakes to share. I wanted the breakfast bowl that's part of the seasonal special but was told it was available - bummer. Wish they would tell customers the items aren't available instead of letting them the deliciousness and take it away. The biscuit for the breakfast sandwich was DELICIOUS!! Perfectly flaky and buttery - divine. It had a bit too much cheese for my liking so I'll ask for it without next time. The pancakes were out of this world. The apple topping was sooo good!! Perfect balance and topping. Seating in the main building is limited but they have a decent size patio and inside seating directly across. Small and cozy. Would definitely come back for baked goods and to try other items! read more

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Absolutely loved this adorable women-owned bakery/cafe in Leesburg! They offer tons of fresh baked goods from cinnamon rolls to scones, cookies, tarts--you name it, in addition to heartier breakfast options and amazing coffee and even brunch cocktails! With a beautiful outdoor patio that's perfect for the warmer weather and indoor seating attached to a cute little bookstore, Cowbell Kitchen is a perfect stop if you are exploring Leesburg for the day like we were! We decided to get some coffees, a blueberry scone and the OG Breakfast Sammie (bacon egg and cheese on a GIANT fresh baked biscuit) and absolutely loved every bite. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Nice fresh food. Have been there for breakfast a few times and will be back for more.

Their breakfast bowls are incredible, and their buckwheat pancakes are epic! Everything on the menu is hearty and big and nutritious. I love having a place to go that has farm fresh food that not a greasy mess. It's bright and feel good! The space is perfect and sweet and great for meeting friends and having a little lunch/brekky date. Highly recommend read more

First off, this place is really cute and the food is very good. There were a couple of things that were annoying as a customer, tho. First off, I ordered the Rise N' Shine, and I asked for it with their roasted potatoes. At first they told me they were all out of the potatoes, but then said I could pay extra for them as a side, even though it plainly says that the roasted potatoes are an option with the dish that does not cost extra. So you're not out of them, but I have to pay extra even tho I am supposed to have them as an option with my entree? Cool. Then, I asked for some jam to go with the toast that comes with my meal, and was told that costs extra too! What? I have to pay extra for jam with my breakfast toast? So lame. read more

Cowbell Kitchen - Breakfast menu noting choose of roasted potatoes or tots. - Cafes Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia