I have been wanting to try a banana pudding latte since I first heard about them recently. I…read morethought the concept sounded a little weird, but when I saw it on the special menu here, I had to go for it. I was NOT disappointed! The banana flavor was spot on, like a true banana. Not like the typical artificial banana flavoring you'd find in a candy. It was sweetened just enough and topped with little vanilla wafer pieces. We were only inside for a short period of time, but this was a really cute place with comfy seating and a calm, quiet vibe. Staff were friendly and efficient. The only thing that could have made my drink better would have been more ice, but then I would have less of my delicious beverage, so I can't really complain.

Dripolator Coffeehouse was exactly the kind of Sunday morning stop we needed as we rolled east out…read moreof Asheville. Yelp pointed us here and as usual, the algorithm absolutely nailed it. We arrived at around 7:15 am and were greeted by two regulars hanging out front with their dogs, which meant that Mrs. K. got her morning dog fix before we even made it inside. That set a great tone for a good day. The welcome inside was warm in the small town way that feels genuine instead of forced, just easy smiles and a quick hello as I ordered. It was rather quiet when we arrived but the folks seemed to start pouring in as we sipped our coffees. My cortado was excellent even if it was in a paper cup. Mrs. K. was happy with her latte which is the proper test. We lingered a bit, enjoying the quiet and watching Black Mountain wake up around us before getting back on the road. A great little stop just off I-40 and a perfect start for the day. Five stars! [Review 540 of 2026 - 4635 in North Carolina - 25722 overall]

We were recommended to come here from a friend back at home. We stopped in for some coffee and a…read moresweet treat before we walked around Black Mountain. We got their seasonal 'Smores Latte' iced and it was delicious. We also shared their 'Peach Rooibos Croissant' and it was so flavorful and delicious. The croissant had filling on the inside. It was light and fluffy. It was definitely enough to share between two people. The cafe had plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. They had a variety of board games one can play. The one negative was that I didn't see a wheelchair ramp to get in and out of the coffee shop. It made getting in and out difficult with a stroller.

Recess Coffee & Baked Goods was one of our favorite stops on the trip. I had the egg, bacon, and…read morecheese croissant, and it was so fresh, buttery, flaky, and delicious. The latte was excellent too, and the latte art was a nice touch. Before we left, I grabbed a twice-baked almond croissant, and it was just as good. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they put a lot of care into their baked goods. The shop has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere inside, and there's also a great outdoor seating area if you're bringing your dog. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

The bartenders were fantastic. Great cocktails, great service, pleasant ambiance. One of the best…read morelocal spots.

Need a break from all the fun stores? Stop at this beautiful and yummy bar/coffee shop tucked away…read morein downtown Black Mountain. So many options to order! Lattes, chai tea, wine, mimosas, cocktails, beer! They even have specials! Wednesdays is $5 wine glasses. Thursday's is $3 lattes. Sundays have $5 mimosas. My friend ordered an iced chai tea with oat milk and said it's the best chai tea she's EVER had. I ordered a glass of the sauv blanc, as recommended by the bartender and it was delish crisp and delightful. Perfect for an intensely warm day!

We try to stop by this shop whenever we are in town. This is a great place to shop for a gift or…read morebuy something for yourself. There's a cafe inside serving coffee and sweet treats. Book lovers rejoice - a wide selection of popular books, journals and children's books. Along with some comfy spots to pull up a seat and read. Upstairs is a great selection of children's books, puzzles, toys, plushies (including the popular Jellycats) and games. Enewton jewelry was also available when we visited.

If I was writing this review after my first visit it would be a 5 all the way. Staff was very nice…read moreand helpful, even if I caught her mid snack she was still willing to walk around to help me find the "just right" book. Great selection of titles and organized beautifully. Upstairs has an expansive kids area with toys, books and Jellycats. I had such a great experience the first time, I went back the next day. This time however, I asked a question and kind worker needed help so she found another employee to ask and THAT employee was dismissive to both the original employee and myself. Maybe she was having a bad day, but if that was my only experience with the shop, I wouldn't return.

Great coffee and tea options. The food and pastries are second to none! Incredible. Anna who…read moreworks here was so nice and helpful. She went the extra mile! This is a great place to hang out, meet, or just relax and read. My whole family loves this place.

I absolutely love these cute little spots tucked away in small towns. Let's just say, these…read moresmoothies were absolutely AMAZING. I ordered the strawberry sunshine: strawberries, peaches, strawberry juice and orange juice. Omg to perfectly sweet and tart. I could start off everyday with one of these. My friend had the peach blush and she enjoyed it but said it was more berry forward than peach. We got a few scones as well including the chocolate toffee which was absolutely tasty.

Everything was so, so good!!! We sat in the wine cellar and Luna was our server. She was super…read moreknowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. We started with the bread service. Delicious. Next was the cheese board, we were warned that it was a large serving, and while it had a lot of variety, I don't think it was massive based on other cheese boards we had. We split the Korean chicken and skirt steak. Both were exceptional!! When we're back in the area, we'll definitely plan to visit multiple times during our trip. My only complaint was how tightly packed seats are in the cellar. The table directly behind us was sat a few minutes after we were and the guests were VERY loud, so it was hard to hear each other in the small space. Not a knock on P&P, just people not being able to read a room and realize they were disturbing guests around them.

Pure & Proper was initially a charming little surprise. My friend & I chose outdoor seating on a…read moreFriday evening, & for most of our meal there was only one other group seated outside. The setting was lovely & felt like a great place to relax & catch up. The menu is small, but the selections are creative & surprisingly diverse...poutine, ahi tuna, Brussels sprouts, mussels, fried items, & more. If you have a dairy allergy or intolerance, however, your choices may be fairly limited. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, mussels, & ahi tuna, & honestly, all three were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed the food & had a wonderful conversation throughout dinner. The table next to us was seated very close & was quite loud, despite several other empty tables surrounding us, but we didn't let that take away from our evening. Unfortunately, what happened after dinner completely changed my impression of the restaurant. We declined dessert, received our bill, paid, & tipped generously. About 15 min later, we were approached by staff & told that we needed to leave because another party wanted our table. At the time, there were still at least six empty outdoor tables around us. We politely apologized, thanked them for the wonderful meal, & left. My friend & I walked downtown Black Mountain afterward, & about 20 minutes later happened to pass the restaurant again. What I saw was disappointing: our table had not even been cleared & remained exactly as we had left it. It was still empty, along with several of the surrounding tables. Being asked to leave was not what bothered me. Restaurants need tables, & I completely understand that. What bothered me was being told that another party was waiting for our specific table when what I observed afterward did not support that explanation. If there was another reason they wanted us to leave, I would have preferred simple honesty. The food was genuinely excellent, which makes the experience especially disappointing. Hospitality is about more than what is served on the plate; it is also about how guests are treated. Unfortunately, the way our evening ended overshadowed what had otherwise been a very enjoyable meal, & for that reason I would not return.

Ice cream and balconies overlooking the waterfall from the dam. What's not to like? Hubby needs a…read morechocolate-free flavor to avoid migraine headaches and there's usually a few to choose from. I just go with the mint chocolate chip, because why mess with perfection.

I really love the Tennessee Twister wrap and the waffle fries. I love the paper cups for ketchup!…read moreThe ice cream is really delicious! The key lime pie flavor is great - I think it's even better than an actual key lime pie. I've only been visiting Montreat for a few years, so I never experienced the "previous" versions of "The Huck." I love the views and the seating options in the current cafe. The service can be slightly delayed at the lunchtime rush, but they are very good at keeping up with the rush. And our food was always very fresh.

Fifteen of us stopped here on our way out of town. One of our men had looked up coffee shops on…read moreline and found this place. There's both inside and outside seating here at this very interesting shop. The menu was larger than I expected with lots of coffee, tea, hot chocolate , sweet and-savory food items to choose from. I got a homemade watermelon and lemonade slushee that was small but wonderful and very refreshing. One star dedicated due to the small size for the big price. Most got some form of coffee, both hot and iced. I heard a few sat one coffee was much better hot than cold, but not being a coffee drinker I can't remember which one it was. The hot drinks I saw had cute designs on top such as hearts and faces. This added to the fun of drinking the coffee. We will probably stop here again when we come through.

Trivia: Shipping to Alaska can be an expensive thing. Short Sleeves talks on their website of…read moreshipping everywhere. But do they ship to Alaska and is shipping free? I'm going to go ahead and answer that: yes and YES. WHICH MEANS, there is a lot to love about Short Sleeves. The pastries are super tasty and worth the wait. The ambiance is comfy and tailored to everyone: workers, chillers, children. And the coffee. Beyond my expectations. They blend flavor, attention to detail, and glam. And they ship to Alaska. - - Lots of natural light. A great place to work, chat with friends. Be prepared for a line. Worth the wait.

A clean and bright coffee and cafe shop next to a super thrift shop…read more I got a hot chocolate and it was reasonably priced and very good. The young lady working was fast and friendly. Most of my group got coffee and loved it so much they went to buy some ! The menu has both breakfast and lunch options . Some outdoor seating and plenty of indoor dining. All of the proceeds go to the nearby children's home. I will return! I will return!

Very good, cozy cafe situated next to Mountain Home Thrift Store, where all the proceeds go to the…read moreBlack Mountain Children's Home. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, fresh sandwiches and baked goods to choose from, and a delicious latte selection. I went with an iced matcha with lavender and a chicken salad sandwich on sourdough (delish!). The couches in the corner were so comfy and the artwork was stunning. Can't wait to return and thrift some more!

These were easily some of the best doughnuts I've ever had. If I close my eyes, I can still…read moreremember how good they tasted! We stopped here before visiting the Biltmore, and while parking was a bit of a challenge, it was absolutely worth it. We ended up parking on the street up the hill near some residential homes, but don't let that deter you. One of the coolest parts was being able to watch the doughnuts being made right in front of us. There was a line when we arrived, and we waited about 15 minutes to order and another 10 minutes or so for our doughnuts. Even with the wait, I'd do it all over again. The doughnuts were incredibly fresh, warm, light, and fluffy. Every flavor we tried was delicious, but the vanilla glazed and the toasted almond sesame cinnamon were my favorite. If you're in Asheville, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

Ok so for what it is it's great. What it isn't: a donut shop with like 20 different kinds in a…read morecase. They are only the raised type and only three different toppings. Cinnamon, almond sesame and plain. And I guess they have a fourth one every day that is different. Oh, and they don't have ice so the cold brew was kind of awkward.