What an amazing hidden gem! Driving into the city from Newburyport, my family and I stopped here…read morecraving a quick afternoon pick-me-up and we were more than pleasantly surprised by the quality of taste and vibes this place serves up. We were welcomed in and helped super quickly despite being almost closing time, and still got to enjoy some fresh-made, delicious drinks. Their menu offers a variety of traditional options plus a couple fun, unique twists from their flavor syrups to their seasonal specials. (Even if the particular matcha i had wasn't super strong, the caramel banana syrup was INCREDIBLE and made the drink completely worthwhile, so I would highly recommend!) Needless to say, everything we tried was a big hit. Not only would I be more than happy to make the trip to enjoy another of their matcha combos, but I'd come back also for clean, spacious, and calm working atmosphere (luckily there's another location closer to me in Boston too)! I'm so glad I got to knock this cute and fun cafe off my list, and I'm even more excited to come back again!

Items ordered: Iced espresso with a splash of milk, bag of coffee…read more The review: I had seen the wonderful rhetoric about Little Wolf around the food and coffee world, so I had to try it for myself. This place is a whole vibe. Sleek and coastal and somehow also whimsical, Little Wolf is a great space to have your morning recharge. They make their own variety of flavored syrups, ranging from the standard vanilla to a botanical blend called Bouquet. Most importantly, their beans are incredible. The Finca that they served in my drink was a tasty lighter roast, which enticed me to buy a bag (similar roast, not the same). This price is not very clear but it is $28 (out of sight out of mind, I guess). Of course great coffee requires great baristas. Looking forward to coming back!

I've been obsessed with scones/biscuits recently and one weekend morning, finding myself with no…read moreplans for once, I made the trek to Ipswich to Sandpiper, having heard that they had some of the best biscuits in the state. And, well, I won't keep you in suspense but that first bite of the salted honey butter and jam biscuit was transcendental. It was a little crumbly but so chewy and moist, and the jam and honey butter combo was incredible. Indescribable. They have so many pastry options, as well as breakfast sandwiches, but I really had eyes only for the biscuits. Also tried the cheddar scallion biscuit - amazing. I'm running out of adjectives to describe how good these were. The key for super flaky, tender biscuits is using very, very cold butter and not mixing the dough too much. It was cool to watch people baking in the back kitchen. Got the quiche as well. Tasty, with a nice mix of egg and veggies and cheese, with a well-made crust, but next time I would just get more biscuits. Lots of free parking spots in front and nearby. There's little space inside the store, which makes the queue a bit unwieldy, but it does move quickly and it's well worth the wait (and the drive).

My order: Iced tea The review: This is a cute place but in…read morepractice, it's all over the place. The bakery items are the stars of the show, though their gluten free option was one sad small almond cookie. They have brewed coffee, no espresso. They use beans from Portland, ME. The walls are lined with gourmet food products--some local, some not. There is not a lot of space so when there's a queue, it's a mess.

Cute coffee shop! Staff were friendly however it was pretty busy. They do not bar food or breakfast…read moreper se but had a few pastries in a case. Coffees and Chai were tasty! Can't wait to check out the other location

Great little coffee shop to stop in during a work trip (they have ice cream too)…read more The staff were extremely friendly and the service was quick. I got an iced peppermint mocha which hit the spot when I was in need of an afternoon caffeine burst. The space has a small seating area with 7-8 small, round tables. There are also a few seats outside on the back deck. Parking is available on the street in front and our back.

My order: GF Avocado Toast, GF scone…read more The Review: The scone, legendary. It was a blueberry lemon, I believe, and I could not get over the fact that is was gluten free and so tasty. Forever in debt to them for inventing this scone. The avocado toast was pretty good and the portion was generous. It was loaded with tomatoes and feta and was genuinely so savory. The GF toast was really good as well, normal sized bread that was kind of like challah. Would totally come back.

Tried a new place for breakfast this trip! The ambiance is very groovy. Indoor and outdoor seating…read moreis nice! We had the bacon eggs Benedict.....I love a good Benedict and this one was decent. My issue was it came with homefries-- I don't eat much of these because it's a bit heavy for me, so asked to sub for something like fruit-- was told it would be an additional charge. At $15, I would have thought a sub would be OK, but instead I did not get anything.... just didn't want to waste potatoes! Service was a little chaotic but we made it through! Will most likely try another new place next time we're in town.

The Banh Mi Breakfast sandwich is one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. Absolutely…read moredelicious. Their coffee program, however, needs a MASSIVE upgrade to match their stellar culinary offerings. I can tell that I shouldn't even bother ordering an espresso drink when a place has a giant old-school espresso machine and a tub of shiny dark roasted beans. My instincts were right. Abysmal coffee. If I gave it a letter grade: C or even C- while the food ranks as an A.

In the past 3 weeks I had the breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese, and sausage on a biscuit and the…read moreItalian sandwich. Both were outstanding. The biscuit sandwich is a great way to start the day; the biscuit is flaky and delicious. The Italian sandwich is chock full of great meats on a soft roll; too bad I have to watch my cholesterol level or I would have one weekly! I highly recommend The Mill.

Found this place from friends, and it's the best cafe I've found. Lots of excellent pastries,…read moresweet and also savory, fresh or frozen too. The seasonal cookies are great, wrapped as gifts and ready to go. The staff is attentive and helpful but also patient to explain the varieties of things on the menu and on display. Been back since and will be back again. Street parking is easy.

Sandwich was good (rowley). Only one dude in the back slinging sandwiches. Wait time was a little…read moreexcessive but acceptable given the circumstances. The caprese was flat like a pancake. Meatballs were good. Confectionaries looked excellent.

Fantastic latte! Not too sweet. Great taste. They have a lot of cool flavors if you're into that…read more Great stop just a few minutes off 95.

Service was good over all, friendly and polite staff. Had a good amount of seating in the store…read morefront as well as in the back of the store. The cold brew is okay, nothing to write home about. The flavor was not very strong, it tasted a little watered down. The latte was very good, subtle yet flavorful notes of raspberry. Smooth until the last sip! The scone was overall good, had good layers to it and lots of ginger. Not too many apricot pieces throughout. If you are in the area, check them out. Wouldn't drive more than 20 minutes to get again Rating: 7.3

Ordered some mini whoopie pies and other yummy treats from Topsfield Bakeshop last summer for my…read moreson's graduation party! They were a huge hit! Philip, the coordinator was easy to work with and helped with flavor suggestions, etc. I highly recommend them!

Adorable bakery! This place is so warm & inviting the minute you walk through the door. The decor…read moreis really cute and there are a few cozy seating areas. The girls behind the counter couldn't be nicer or friendlier! My husband and I got the following: cinnamon rolls, oreos, a chocolate chip & s'mores whoopie pie and a latte to share. All were great but I think the s'mores pie and latte were my favorite! I would definitely recommend checking this place out for a sweet treat! ;)

I really wanted to love this place, but it has fallen a little short for me both times I have…read morevisited. When you walk in, the place is beautiful- sort of modern rustic chic with beautiful string lights. We ordered mussels and wine to start. Mussels were fantastic. Meaty, flavorful and plenty for everyone. The entree is where it fell short for me. I got the shrimp pasta. While the flavor was there, when I cut into the shrimp they still looked pretty translucent to me. After eating one and cutting up a few others, I felt that they were undercooked. The waitress said they wouldn't cook them more but she could bring the plate back and ask if they were cooked through. My plate came back and I was told they were cook so I sat there pushing soft, nasty shrimp around my plate while just eating spaghetti. My boyfriend asked for a medium burger and it was definitely rare to medium rare. When this happens, generally you offer to bring out new protein cooked again or ask if the guest wants something else but I was just left to feel like I was nuts. Whatever, into dessert. Now for dessert, I thought we'd try the cookies and ice cream. cookies were completely raw ( not just soft) and also not hot and the ice cream on the plate looked like it was pre scooped and refrozen. While I loved the concept of this place. Relaxing getaway where you can just do it all onsite, I honestly would spare yourselves the experience of the restaurant or order fish and chips or fried chicken) and just dine in Newburyport.

Grove at Briar Barn Inn in Rowley absolutely killed brunch. From a creative Bloody Mary flight to…read morewhat might be the best croque madame I've ever had, every bite felt thoughtful & elevated. Farm-to-table done to perfection in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Huge props to Paul & Dillon behind the bar for their amazing drinks & exceptional service--really added to the experience. Highly recommend.

Childhood, nostalgia, a place to unplug, and to support local…read more Russell Orchards is amazing. Offering fresh produce, pies, and other pastries. It also has a wine bar and a section to buy knick-knacks, tshirts and hoodies. I would say it's most known for their apple picking but they offer other picking options depending on the season. I went here yesterday and it's not quite apple picking season, but you could pick your own flowers or berries. It's also so fun coming here in the fall when they have a whole pumpkin patch of available pumpkins out on display. So pretty. I love walking around the country store. I grew up with my family coming here just about every summer or fall, and we still make a visit at least once a year. Not much has changed because it doesn't need to.

Wonderful spot on the North Shore to go Apple picking! Great…read moreapple selection and staff were super helpful about what varieties were still well stocked, what apples are best for baking, flavor profiles, and more. To get to the orchard for apple picking, you can either take a hay ride (for a fee of a few dollars) or walk (roughly 10 minute walk on well marked trail). Don't skip the Apple cider donuts! There is a food trailer outside where you can get them made fresh! Inside the farm store, you can get locally sourced items, baked goods, wine flights, and ice cream! There is a seating area connected to the farm store or you can grab a picnic table or bench on the lawn.