What a fabulous dessert shop! Perfect place to grab an after dinner cocktail and dessert and…read moreconveniently located near St Roch Oyster Bar which is where we had dinner. Service was top notch with friendly folks greeting you the moment you enter the doors. Our bartender was so sweet and so welcoming. Had me a $10 Paloma cocktail that was just right and went to town on dessert. Everything was just delicious. Fresh made whip cream, perfectly balanced sweetness with the desserts and cute atmosphere. Loved my first time here and it won't be my last!

Bittersweet has amazing desserts and drinks. I've been several times and each time I enjoy what…read moreI've had. A solid go-to is their s'mores sundae which is sooo good! The chocolate brownie is thick and rich, but not too sweet, and the marshmallow cream is divine, especially with the ice cream. A lot of their drinks and gin based, which I'm not the biggest fan of, but I always find something I can enjoy. The service is great and relatively quick, and everyone I've met there is kind and willing to help. The inside is a bit small, so smaller crowds are better and it does tend to get crowded later in the evening and on weekends. The outside street sitting area is nice too and hopefully will be fully fixed soon. Overall a great places to stop for drinks and desserts after a nice meal! And the menu rotates seasonally so you'll always have the chance to try something new!

Our group got an assortment of treats: shaved ice, loo loo, passion fruit sorbet, boba tea and…read morecaramel boba jelly. Some things were missing from the order at first but the employees made it right at once. The boba elevated the caramel jelly according to my teen. Everyone left full. Thanks to a cute shop!

Food: got the double taro signature. It was interesting flavor but Not sure if I actually enjoyed…read moreit but it was something unique and different. There were alot of different textures so it was a bit confusing to eat. You did receive a really large quantity which plenty for 2-3 people. Service: they were friendly and helpful with explaining items. Location: located next to Perry steakhouse and located across Crabtree valley mall. There is a parking garage for your vehicle. Ambiance: super bright and colorful. Had indoor and outdoor seating. They had a cotton candy machine in the back which seemed to do different shapes however it wasn't working when we went.

Okay... I get the hype now. These aren't just popsicles--they're basically dessert on a stick…read more The hardest part was deciding which one to get because there were SO many flavors and toppings to choose from. I got the coconut bar double dipped in dark chocolate and topped with fruity pebbles and it was Amazing! My boyfriend got the s'mores one, and I definitely stole a bite... no regrets. Everything tasted fresh, the place was spotless, and the staff was really friendly. They have indoor & outdoor seating which was perfect. Way better than your usual old ice cream cone. We'll definitely be back to work our way through the menu!

Stopped by Morelia Gourmet Paletas after a nice dinner nearby and wow this was a pleasant surprise…read more When you arrive parking can be difficult in this area as you'll need to find street parking or park in a nearby lot/garage. The ice cream shop is located in the smoky hollow area and is across the street from Madre. Walking into the shop it feels modern, social media friendly, and you can see the assembly line where your paleta can be customized. To order you'll walk up to the counter and place your order with the cashier. I went for the strawberry cheesecake paleta dipped in white chocolate, covered in graham cracker crumbs, and topped with caramel drizzle. The paleta was delicious and I'll definitely be back to try the other flavors.

My little one and I finished taking photos at the nearby Marbles museum. She insisted on icecream,…read moreand with a quick google search Amorino came up in results. We ordered the mango, salted caramel and lemon flavored gelato. All of it was amazing! We ordered small cups but the serving was pretty healthy. Also note: there is a kiosk for ordering so no talking required if you're not in the mood to chit chat Amorino, I will certainly return for more

I haven't been to Amorino's in a while. We came with some friends who were in town since it was…read morewalking distance from where we had dinner. This spot is located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, so parking is mostly going to be street parking and there are a few parking decks nearby. I ended up getting their version of an affogato with vanilla bean ice cream. It was delightful! You really can't go wrong with an affogato. They were quite busy for a Monday night and so it took a little bit to get our ice cream but there is seating inside and outside of the shop, so you can relax while you wait.

We stopped in after having a bite to eat at Ponysaurus Brewing. Just what I needed to cap off the…read morenight. There was a line but I'm glad I waited. They sell reg cones, waffle cones, and pints to go. We got 2 reg cones. Black Raspberry and Peanut butter Fudge. It was so good. The cone was also good. I definetly recommend them for a quick sweet treat. Lactose intolerant you say, well they sell lactaid pills for .$.50 . They have so E benches outside if you want to take a seat or stroll around the many shops at RIW.

Andia's is one of my favorite ice cream spots - not just in Raleigh, but of any ice cream shops…read moreI've been to ever. The flavor selections are unique, and the quality of ingredients are fresh and top notch. I am always partial to anything chocolate or coffee flavored, so my go to is the Oreo coffee flavor. I've also tried their sundaes, and I appreciate that it's not the typical sundae. You can get your scoop of choice, plus a topping and sauce of choice. If you stop by at a time when it's not super busy, the staff have the extra time to help you decide what to get (and typically you can sample up to two flavors). So worth the repeat visits!

Took a night stroll at seaboard station as a visitor. Perfect time for a late-night dessert…read more 8:30pm, still quite some folks inside. The staff give out so many add-ons that we almost felt that it's an ice cream. The milk shake tastes great. We took the bottle back home as a souvenir.

I have mixed feelings about this place. I got the dirty n worms milkshake and I enjoyed it for what…read moreit was. The edible cookie dough was standard as well as the milkshake. I think the price is a little ridiculous considering they're not making the ice cream in house. I also looked up blacktap prices in nyc (the original crazy shake) and it was less expensive than here. If you get a milkshake, you get to keep the glass jar it comes in. They make that process convenient by having a washing station and takeout bags. I was also shocked at the service. There was only one girl working in the front and she looked like she wanted to be anywhere but there. Really brought the excitement of trying this place down. I think this place is pretty average but there's room for improvement.

Part of the Coffee Passport: Amazing horchata, specifically the matcha horchata! Favorite coffee so…read morefar!! Clean environment too! Comes with a lil treat too!

Ordered via Door Dash several times. The Dulce Cookie Butter Latte and the Dubai mini pancakes…read more Both 10/10. Pancakes are soft , fluffy and not too sweet. Latte was also sweetened perfectly. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because one day I went into the store and the cashier taking my order was not pleasant and he seemed annoyed when I asked for him to add the Dubai chocolate to my pancakes.

Pleasant and welcoming staff. I enjoyed the biscoff ice…read morecream. Very delicious. The dining area appeared clean. The bathroom needs some serious attention.

This place exceeded expectations! Thought it would be all…read moreabout presentation but both ice cream bowls we got were great! They miss an opportunity by going for the Chips Ahoy cookie though. An in house baked cookie or from a local Shop would go a long way! Good service, friendly and walked us through the options available. After grabbing a cup, walk behind "The Line" apartments and enjoy a seat in the open area with other stores nearby.

A much needed sweet treat. I love how you can see and feel the local business support in here. Huge…read morecinnamon rolls with so many toppings to choose from. I decided to go with two of their speciality rolls, the J Cole- a banana based roll and the Biscoff cookie butter roll. Overall a great roll, I do wish they would come out warm, which does make the roll slightly hard on the outside. Super friendly!

When we walked in the two people behind the counter were busy doing something. I couldn't tell…read morewhat. Instead of waiting on us, they said they were busy and that we could wait until they were done. Seriously? As for the cinnamon rolls, they were way overly sweet and stale. I wonder if the goopy topping is supposed to disguise the staleness of the role. It doesn't. And it's expensive to boot. Basically threw them out after a few bites.

Hayes Barton Cafe' is our family's favorite spot hands down since 1998…read more Recently had dinner w family member in town, and as usual was perfect. Wait staff pleasant and very attentive as always ( we look forward to Frank's return). Caesar salad with fried oysters was amazing, the from scratch dressing is stellar. My daughter's chicken pot pie was great ( family fave) and we loved our Heathbar chocolate cake. If you've never been to HB Cafe', you need to get there! The cozy eclectic cheery ambience can't be beat!

I went to Hayes Barton Cafe' & Dessertery for the first and last time on Friday, when I took…read morevisiting family there for lunch. First, since they are located in a congested area, finding on street parking is a bit of a challenge. Also, be aware that they have a "cash" policy during lunch hours which isn't indicated on their website. I was unaware of this policy until we saw the sign on the front door upon our arrival. When you first walk into their establishment, they have prominently displayed a sign to be sure to tip their staff. A bit unprofessional in my opinion! In addition, they have a large tip jar on the counter where you place your order, I guess in case you missed their other tipping sign! We placed an order for 3 burgers with fries and 3 iced teas which came to almost $62. The food was fine but nothing exceptional for the price! Due to the lettuce and other produce issues currently going on, I requested no lettuce or tomato but instead to add pickles. When the burger arrived to the table it literally had 1 small pickle chip sitting in the center of the burger! Is there a pickle shortage I am not aware of? My two family members had also asked to have the lettuce and tomato removed yet one of their burgers still came with both of those ingredients on the burger! On a positive note, the music they played was enjoyable and the photos displayed on the wall were a nice touch. Finally, one of the employees came to our table to ask us to leave so they could mop the floor! I was unaware they closed at 2:00, which was my error in not paying attention to the lunch hours on the website. However, I think they could have been more professional in letting us know their lunch hours were ending! We arrived shortly after 1:00 p.m. and mentioned to the guy taking our order that it was our first time there. It would have been a great customer service courtesy if he had mentioned they would be closing at 2:00 so we had the heads up to pay attention to the time, or we could have decided to go elsewhere so we weren't on a time limit. I don't plan to return for the above mentioned reasons and won't personally recommend them to my family or friends. However, if you choose to go, I hope your experience is more positive and that my review will help to eliminate the negative experiences I had during my one and only visit to Hayes Barton Cafe' & Dessertery!