Coffee Beanery in Owings Mills is my daily go‑to spot -- truly my favorite takeout place ever --…read moreand the reason is simple: Farouk and his incredible team. Every day, I order my caramel crunch swirl drink with whipped cream and an extra shot of espresso, plus both a mango smoothie and a strawberry‑banana smoothie. Their drinks are exceptional -- and their smoothies are honestly the best I've ever had anywhere. I recognized Farouk the very first day I walked in, even before I knew why. He used to serve me at Rita's across the street, and he's one of those rare lights of a human you never forget -- not because of what they say, but because of how they make you feel. When he looked up and said, "How are you, my friend? I used to serve you at Rita's!" everything clicked. He remembers my name. He remembers my complicated daily order to the letter. He greets me with warmth every single time -- even when I walk in two minutes before closing. And unlike so many places these days, he never shows irritation or rushes me. He makes me feel valued. One night, I accidentally called 30 minutes after they had already closed -- and Farouk still answered the phone, cheerfully, by name, and took my order anyway. Only after confirming it would be ready did he gently mention their Sunday hours. He still insisted I come pick it up. That kind of customer service is almost unheard of today. There's also Yani, who is shy but incredibly talented. She listens with her whole heart and makes drinks that feel like little works of art. She puts genuine care into every cup. And the kindness doesn't stop there. I've been surprised with freebie drinks when there was extra smoothie mix, offered a mistaken drink for free, and even had two drinks remade after I dropped them in the parking lot. Farouk saw it happen, took the empty cups from my hands, and recreated them without hesitation. Moments like these create customers for life. Coffee Beanery deserves a solid 5 stars across every platform. ---

This place was so overpriced even if I did have something nice to say I couldn't fix my mouth to…read moresay it because my bill was $16 for a 16 ounce shaken espresso(considered their small size) and a brownie (yikes) The service was great. The gentleman was kind and quick to assist me. I would be too if you're making this much money off of people. The ambience is cute and quiant It's just the old Starbucks with a new name and way higher prices! I understand this is a small business... oat milk was a dollar extra & flavor with a dollar extra as well making my 16oz almost $9 I got the Dubai brownie which was $8 for 2 x 3 size. The coffee is strong and good! It's hard for me to enjoy it when I had to pay with MySoul

One morning I was in Pikesville, MD and happened to stop by at this Café looking for a cup of…read morecoffee. Went in at its very opening of the day, the atmosphere was right, the smell of baking was so inviting. I had a cup of cappuccino and a piece of croissant. Both were properly prepared and I was very pleased. The clark and kitchen staff were very friendly. I will stop by again when I will be near by.

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.

My partner and I frequent John Brown weekly. The quality of service is always excellent, and the…read moredrinks are fun and complex. Noelani is our favorite, her syrup and coffee recommendations are something we always look forward to. She and the rest of the crew are so hospitable and inviting. Whether you need a pastry or latte, they have you covered!

A quaint coffee shop with delicious offerings. We haven't had a pastry we didn't like! This time,…read morewe tried the peach cobbler cinnamon roll and cookie dough croissant. The peach cobbler roll was a great seasonal take on a classic pastry and not overly sweet for a cinnamon roll. The cookie dough croissant is RICH, I couldn't finish one, but it was perfect for sharing. Not pictured are banana bread iced lattes which were delicious, but I would probably ask for extra syrup next time as the banana bread flavor was pretty subtle compared to how well flavored their other drinks are. Service was quick and efficient but some tips for first timers: there's a menu board for drinks out where the line is, but the pastry menu is only available once you're at the counter. And the pastries are on a rack, so you won't be able to view and decide ahead of time. This coffee shop is counter service only, there's one long table and benches under a covering but no indoor seating.

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.

Another excellent experience at First Watch!! The food was delicious and the service was great. I…read morerecommend this place!!

First Watch franchise eateries never fail to please! We were staying in area for a family gathering…read moreand stopped in on a Saturday morning. We were greeted right away and got a booth in the back. I ordered turkey egg white omelette which is one of their healthy choices with side of tomatoes and toast. Also got a blueberry muffin on side. Others at table got a waffle, English muffin and eggs with a side salad. They put coffee pot on table which is nice. We paid at table and skipped line at register on way out. Nothing to fault here. Quick yummy and missing the grease found in most breakfast spots. Parking is easy right in front!

The food is very good but the service is bad. I have came here many times and the service was bad…read moreeach time. if you are very hungry or in a little bit of a rush don't come do takeout. The ambiance is very nice.

You can never go wrong with visiting an Eggspectation and this one was no exception. Food was…read moregreat. Only complaint was the mint they had for their drinks looked pitiful. Drink tasted amazing the mint was just on its last leg of life. Service was great. If you have never been don't expect fast food service especially on the weekend.

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!

Can you believe ONE pancake is $8.29 as of December 2025? The description says they are humongous…read morebut...let's be real, a singular pancake could NEVER be worth that. It's so sad to witness. First Watch used to be such a yummy, consistent treat but now... Shrinkflation at its finest. All portion sizes have decreased, and the prices have gone up. There was a good amount of avocado on my toast but the bread they now use is a shell of its former version. The cheese grits were enjoyable and the eggs were fresh. I also believe my mother enjoyed her double bacon Parmesan hash but, overall, the price tag is no longer worth it. The service left a lot to be desired as well. Major sigh.