Today I decided to slip in to the my new favorite local cafe. The fresh flowers are also magnets to…read moreme. I chose a hot carrot cake latte with oatmilk, a blueberry breadpudding muffin topped with almonds and a corned beef on house made sode bread. I enjoyed absolutely everything. The sode bread added much unique flavor; however, the sandwich crumbled as its biscuit texture absorbed some of the juices from the cheese/sauerkraut/corned beef. Definitely a mountain of mouth watering flavor. The staff are so warming and gentle all that match the environment for a complete relaxed vibe. Ill be sad on Mondays as they unwind with being off from serving up great goodness throughout the week. Check them out Tuesday thru Sunday you should not regrret.

Continuing on my list of coffee shops, I tried The Reister's Daughter in Reisterstown, MD. This…read moreplace was great. We met some friends and were able to find both parking and a table. I had a mocha latte and this Iranian Chocolate Pop-Tart thing that was awesome.... I really need to start taking pictures of my food and these places. The ambiance is that of a coffee house but this coffee house is an old historic building with natural wood floors and big windows. The layout is convenient for having a mix of seating and the volume was such that we could hear our party but not feel like we were screaming. The coffee was good. the people friendly, the snacks (ok not a meal but too much to ignore from the experience) the snacks were delightful. My wife almost ate half of my Pop-tart it was so good. Ok, this one gets a definite try, the locals seemed to like it, it was close-ish to Columbia, and worth checking out.

Came here a year ago and loved the potential but not the food or service. So I'm…read moreBack to see how it's going. Some change. Place is still clean and looking new! They take good care of it. Interesting K cups for sale!! Eggnog, strawberry rhubarb, and other flavors you won't see elsewhere. Gone is the cherry coffee. And breakfast was 24 dollars for a coffee and flat croissant. I wanted the fluffy one with chocolate and pistachio but they got the order wrong and I got the flat, moist bottomed, sugar topped with artificial crusties that they call knaifev and I suspect is a phyllo dough crunchy. No bagels now (there is a bagel place in the complex). Coffee was ok. Took a while for the serve and sit for a regular coffee. Still lots of potential. They are trying. And for convenience, or before or after a soldiers delight hike it hits the spot just right.

I was in the area for a conference on a beautiful Sunday afternoon and needed a pick me up. I found…read moreCoffee Beanery here on YELP!! It's located on the side of the New Town shopping center, kind of towards the back, depending on where you enter the parking lot. There's plenty of indoor seating, very cozy, as well as outdoor tables & seats. I was helped right away and ordered a latte and 2 spinach pastries! I sat in at a little table by the window, and ate my first pastry and it was so fresh and delicious, it reminded me of Greece. Unfortunately, the main reason I went there, the coffee...it had burnt taste. I ended up only drinking a little bit and poured the rest out. I'm sure they probably have great coffee, but it was 4:30pm and I'm thinking I got an old batch. I would definitely go back again for the pastry and try the coffee again, earlier in the day. The service was great, very friendly staff!

Being honest, blown away is pretty much an understatement for this spot. I had a fantastic time…read morevisiting Cafe Luli for the first time today! Located in Stevenson Village, my partner and I tried a little bit of everything--you name it, we probably had it lol. The ham and cheese croissant was to die for--crispy cheese and buttery perfection. We also got the sweet glaze croissant (not heavy at all) and the famous chocolate chip cookie. I've truly heard this was the best cookie in Baltimore, and I think it holds true! Buttery, crunchy edges with a soft middle--so decadent. We got two (one there and one to go!). Not pictured: the amazing carrot cake we brought home. If I'd known how good it was going to be, I would've grabbed more. So soft, and the cheesecake frosting was A1. The banana bread was super soft too--fluffy and delicious. We also got lattes--almond milk vanilla latte for me. It's not sweet (just a heads up if you like sugary coffee), but they had Splenda and sugar upstairs. The loft had a good amount of seating, and service was friendly and informative. It's about 25 minutes from me, which is probably a good thing because I'd spend way too much money here otherwise But I'm so happy I stopped by. Definitely had a cheat day, and I'll absolutely be back when I'm not watching what I eat. Vibes are laid back, they're known for their Argentinian flair and we never felt rushed. Also had wifi! VISIT ASAP. Even though the latte wasn't my fave item, I'd still 100% recommend coming here for every amazing pastry.

I've been wanting to visit Cafe Luli for a while as it's pretty local to me but the hours were not…read moresuper convenient as they are closed Sunday which is my normal "coffee shop and chill" day. I'm so glad I was able to stop in for a quick visit today. I didn't take a picture of my cafe con leche, but it was so good! I'm not typically a hot coffee drinker but the barista recommended it with the white chocolate seasonal flavor and wow I was blown away. Both of the ladies working were friendly and helpful answering any questions I have and giving their recommendationsZ The croissant alone will ensure that I return to Cafe Luli. It was not overly sweet but was so delicious and soft. I wasn't the biggest fan of the cookie, but I am not typically a thin and crispy cookie girl. The Alfajores were also a sweet treat, melting in your mouth. The ambiance is very cute. It feels homey and smells so good when you walk in. The prices are comparable to other coffee shops in my opinion. There appears to be an upstairs area but I didn't not explore that area today as I was running around doing errands.

Finally stopped here! The coffee was good, I didn't get anything special just a nice hot latte…read more Would love to try one of their fun drinks next time! It's definitely the price of a boutique coffee stop, I paid around $20 for coffee and a danish (+tip). Btw- their pastries sound amazing, I had the butternut squash danish and after a quick toast in the oven it was amazing! The cashier was great at recommending a sweet or savory pastry. Parking can be tough, I walked from the little back area because I was worried there wouldn't be space in the front. You order outside and they have some picnic tables for seating (this would be an adorable spot to visit when it's warm).

I needed a quick coffee for a play date at the local park and stopped by in the late afternoon…read more They were sold out of pastries which is to be expected because they are SO good! So I wasn't completely surprised. There! The coffee is amazing and this whole vibe is amazing! Love coming here for a sweet treat and afternoon or morning drink!

Chocolate and pour over coffee? That's always a win in my book. Black Eyed Susan is a locally owned…read moreand family run establishment featuring fun Maryland giftware and an assortment of local Maryland coffee, chocolate by a historic Baltimore company, and Maryland snacks/spices/cookies. There is a very fun family history pertaining to this shop's unique rights to sell exclusive Wockenfuss chocolate. Rachel, the owner's niece, was very friendly and knowledgeable about all products in the store. She also made a delicious pour-over coffee. Would definitely come back!

Sent a gift basket to my dear friend in Virginia. Sherry went above & beyond to make it special &…read morefilled with delicious Baltimore/Maryland made cookies, candy, popcorn, nuts, crackers, old bay etc. My friend was overwhelmed in a good way & now needs to have a party to share all the goodies. It was a great value, shipping was prompt w/o additional fees. Highly recommend & will order again THANK YOU

I came here Monday night and there were no other customers were present. The dining area gave me…read moreEgyptian and Moroccan vibes. I ordered the Middle Eastern Combination Platter ($12.95) which came with 3 pieces of falafel, 2 small grape leaves, an incredibly small portion of hummus, babaganoush, foul (fava bean stew), tahini sauce, pita bread and a "Mediterranean salad". The falafel was too hard on the outside that I could not pierce my fork through it. It was almost as if they deep fried it multiple times. In addition, there was wayyyy too many cumin seeds in the falafel. The grape leaves were just ok and filled with a rice mixture. The foul was also full of cumin. The menu states that feta cheese is included, but I received none. The "Mediterranean salad" was not a Mediterranean salad at all. It was more like a cheap garden salad with cucumbers, tomato, lettuce, and carrots. I also ordered the mixed lamb & chicken kabob ($15.95) which only came with rice, onions, roasted green peppers and tomato, and a bland tahini sauce. There were no mushrooms as the menu stated there would be. Both the lamb and chicken were dry and had no flavor to them. I was pretty disappointed with this place. They lack serving components of what their menu states and the food quality is not fresh and flavorful.

I wasn't impressed with the food here. We ordered online on a Sunday because of the Yelp reviews…read more We got the Middle Eastern platter (two falafel patties, grape leaves, hummus, fool, baba-ghanoush, feta cube served with tahini sauce, house salad and homemade pita). So let me tell you what we DIDN'T get. I'm a huge fan of feta cheese so I was sorely put out when the feta cheese cubes were missing, and the grape leaves were about the width of your ring finger and didn't have much taste. The fool was chunky and lacking in flavor and the tahini sauce and salad dressing were watery. We also got a Four Seasons pizza but my BF said that the crust had a vague cinnamon flavor to it that he found odd. We spent $50+ and I just thought, "Meh." I would not be so harsh if I hadn't gone to Habib Meditteranean in Glen Burnie the week before and had some food that I thought was pretty darn terrific.

I've always loved first watch for the food, service and the cleanliness. This time around they had…read morea blueberry cornbread which was just . The only part I don't like about this chain is the lack of reservation capability. Apart from that it's a great brunch spot for any occasion

Great menu. So much to choose from. Only have been once, but plan on going back…read more Make sure you request the "Club" Toasted. They brought it out untoasted. Never in my life had to specify toasted (since toasted is the rule, not the exception). Club was still good, but could have been better, and I rarely send my food back.

I don't eat big meals very often. When I do, I prefer…read morebreakfast style mixed with dinner style. Lamb chops with scrambled eggs and fried potatoes? That's fancy country eatin'. The chimichurri sauce was the savory icing on chop. (I couldn't resist) My eggs were scrambled spread eagle on the plate . I never seen eggs presented in that way. Everything was hot and delicious. I am honestly writing this months later , after the fact, but I don't remember having a customer service issue. They made my favorite carrot ginger drink. I had 2 ! So spicy . One of the bartenders used to work at the Blue Lagoon and I was so happy to see her. It's so funny how you make strangers apart of your life while enjoying your meal. You don't know anything about them yet you are sad when they miss work. I think that is the "American Dream". Work hard enough for someone else to be your "server". Or your nail tech. Service providers are the backbone of our country. Tip well. A guy almost broke up with me because I gave $5 tip. Yes, you read that correctly. Anyways, I have never had a problem here ...thinking ....Nope! It's a good place to sit and have dessert. No loud music and ample space for a big group.

Decided to finally go to Eggspectation…read more I got on the waitlist via online and it said 5-7 minute wait. Got inside and was told about 20 minutes but waited about 45 minutes more. It was definitely busy and a lot of people waiting to be seated. It appeared trendy and nicely decorated. If waiting there is a bar but seating there was full as well. Parking is good if parking in the rear or the parking garage across the street on the other side of World of Beer. The menu was very inviting and mouthwatering. I ordered the Chicken and waffles, a side of eggs and fruit on top of my waffles and an espresso martini. Unfortunately the eggs were the only thing I ordered that came out ok. The check came out and it had chicken tenders and fries and eggs price was $4 which was $2 on the menu. In addition, there was gratuity added with the service being terrible only for the food and my drink. The server was attentive. The bill was paid and the server was given a tip just because. I did not get any food nor drink. The food came out with good presentation but was literally room temperature or closer to cold. I will not be coming back.

If I could leave more than five stars, I would. Had an issue today where I ordered through…read moreDoorDash, and the food never came, so while talking to an agent on the phone to get my money back, I went to the restaurant to order in person. Gary Donovan, the operations manager, was incredible. He put my order in, put a rush flag on it (since I'd been waiting for my original order for almost an hr by that point), and was super apologetic/friendly, even though the issue did not lie with the restaurant. He even comped a drink; I'd ordered a butterfly haze drink and I don't think he heard me so it wasn't included in my original transaction, but he declined my order to charge me for it once I realized. Gary and his team were superstars and ensured that I got my food quickly and efficiently. I'm so appreciative!

It's really a shame how poor service and management can ruin a restaurant…read more For many years I have enjoyed First Watch. I have patronized numerous locations. I have been going to their Pikesville location for 4 years. NOT ANYMORE! Let's start with the rude man who is the Host/cashier. He seats folks however he feels like rather than when they came in. Today was the last draw! He sat two women who came in after I did before me. Say what you will but "coincidentally" they were black and so is he! The feckless manager offered no help. This arrogant front man is mishandling his position while the manager retreats to the kitchen. I know several customers who have abandoned the Pikesville location for the Owings Mills facility. I previously wondered why, but not anymore. THE PIKESVILLE FIRST WATCH IS DETERIORATING!

Ordered 5lbs of various cookie flavors for a last minute work event and they were a HIT!! Our staff…read moreLOVED them - they were all gone within the hour!! Super fresh, full of flavor and a perfect size cookie! Definitely will order again from TGC. 5 star experience and 5 star snack !

The great cookie is a local staple that continuously serves up some of the best snicker doodle…read morecookies in town. Me personally I hate hard overcooked cookies so I definitely enjoy the soft sugary sweet cookie that is presented by them. Unfortunately the prices can be kind of steep but it don't bother me too much. I enjoy that the great cookie is mobile so I don't always have to drive to the mall to get some and they are nice to let you sample some of their cookies before buying.