Corbin's Confections may not be anything special to many, but to others, it's like finding the pot…read moreof gold at the end of the rainbow. After having been selected as number 4 of the Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I also was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at the Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Corbin's Confections, in Salem, Virginia is the perfect example. I don't know you but to me, I love sweet treats and bakery items. A dinner is not complete if I don't have a sweet dessert. Yet we have people with food allergies that can't afford this luxury. Corbin's Confections was born out of the motherly love of a mother for her son, Corbin, who is anaphylactic to peanuts and all tree-nuts. She wanted to create a bakery that her son and other's with similar allergies, can experience the joy of eating baked goods without having to worry that something would happen to them, because of some ingredient that the food contained. Her mission was "To provide a place where anyone with gluten, peanut, or tree-nut allergies can get tasty treats." Today, I had the opportunity to visit this bakery and meet with Shana, the owner of this women-owned business. She was so friendly and welcoming and realized the service she was providing the community was a very special one. She told me that all bakery items there were gluten free, peanut free, and tree-nut free. It is also mentioned on the store window, right under the name of the bakery. Even though it was almost closing time, she still had some delicious and safe treat on display in the display cases, like cupcakes, donuts, and other savory items. We were interrupted by a customer who wanted to find out information about placing an large order for a gathering of some sort. Listening in was how I found out that she also provides custom options for special occasions and dietary needs, She also provides custom options for special occasions and dietary needs, including lactose intolerance. I thought to myself, how in the past some kids with food allergies might not want to attend birthday parties of their friends in order not to embarrassed by being the one one who didn't have a piece of the birthday cake. Well now, if the parents are aware that their sons and daughters have friends with food allergies, they can have the cake and other sweet treats made here, and that way, everyone can enjoy the party without any concern. Definitely see how this business can provide better quality of life to many in our community and therefore give it my total support and urge you to do the same.

I live five hours away, but every time I work here I make an effort to stop in. This place is…read moreconsistently good with great service. And everything is gluten free. A celiacs dream come true. My favorite today was the Danish and the oatmeal cookie. Yum!

I've been to Duck Donuts before in Virginia Beach, and this on is on par with that one. Hot and…read morefresh donuts, made to order. The selection is great and I like the self-service ordering system, allowed us to take our time. Probably not the best for you, but a great sweet treat!

For some time now I wanted to go visit Duck Donuts. And today, on New Year's Eve, I finally got to…read morego with a friend. And what I discovered was way above my highest of expectations. Ollie, the Duck spokesperson or rather spokesduck of Ducks Donuts was everywhere, promoting his donuts. There all kinds of t-shirts and other souvenir items related to Duck Donuts for sale. There was a video being played on a station on how their Donuts are decorated. There was a station that showed the Donuts coming out of being cooked. There were little rubber toy ducks of many kinds all over the place. There were posters promoting the donuts and Donuts menus enlarged with items I never knew existed like the Donut Sundae. Finally, the time to order arrived. My friend ordered a S'more Donut Sundae and I ordered a Peanut Butter Crunch Donut Sundae. A very nice and friendly young lady employee took our order and immediately went to prepare it. She did an excellent job. Those Donuts looked like sweet works of art. To drink we both ordered Hot Chocolates. Everything tasted delicious. What an amazing sweet dining experience! I highly recommend this place to all you reading my review, looking at my photographs, and watching my videos accompanying this review. Whether you visit to purchase a box of their artistic gourmet donuts, which are warm, delicious, and made to order. Or to get one of their delicious and refreshing Donut Sundaes. Or even one of their Breakfast Donuts Sandwiches. I can assure you, it will be an experience you'll never forget. And you'll want to come back for more.

I stop here several times a week for get doughnuts for my office. This location is always super…read moreclean and the staff is really friendly. The parking lot is small and can be hard to get into at certain hours because of traffic. There is always a counter full of different flavors and of course the solid plain! The prices are very reasonable and the coffee is really great also. This is my favorite stop in the mornings!

So me and my husband went there to get a Hot Donut now the Hot Donut was kind of different than I…read moreremember growing up but it was still good their other Donuts were very good especially the cheesecake donut but I ordered a caramel latte and it had to be the most nastiest latte I've ever had I went down the street and got me a caramel frappe from Starbucks. But the cofffe from Krispy Kreme it was so bad it made me sick to my stomach drinking the coffee from Krispy Kreme

I have never gotten good service and the donut/coffee at the same time whenever I come here. I…read moredon't know if it because of the constantly revolving staff or bad training. They always seem to be out of donuts as well as trying to train someone new on how to make a coffee. I am a DD fan from way back but this single store is always a disappointment.

Hidden in the least expected of places I discovered this little gem of local Café. A Café like no…read moreother that I have ever seen before; as unique and valuable as every single diamond. Owned and operated by Sue and Vivian, two lovely and very talented ladies with wonderful personalities, it is located inside of the Antiques & Collectibles Shop "Buy The Season," in Salem, Virginia. I arrived around lunch time in my pearl white Lexus and was able to quickly find a parking space in one of the spaces in front of the extremely large Antiques, Collectibles, Gift, Home Decor, and Furniture Shop. And if this wasn't enough, we can also include "Café." The Café is located in the right corner of the building with its own windows with homemade, red, checkered curtains, and vinyl banner that reads: "Apperson Café / Hot Dogs * Baked Goods." There is also another sign that reads: "Lunch Specials." As I entered through the main front door of the building, I received a friendly greeting from the people running the Antiques Shop. Then as I walked towards the Café the ambiance began to feel warm and cozy, just like those one-of-a-kind, local cafés. I was very impressed by all the homemade menu signs they had up and with one in particular that read: "Happiness is Homemade." The long, glass display case, was full of all kinds of homemade cookies and other desserts. They had sourdough bread loaves made by a group of Mennonites. And basically they had an American home-style cuisine menu, spearheaded by Special Hot Dogs, with other items such as BBQ Pork, Chili, Grilled Cheese, Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, and homemade soup, among other things. Something very popular are their homemade donuts made from a special recipe given to them by a Mennonite friend. They make these Fridays and Saturdays only, and they are so popular that they always sell out early. I ordered a Chili Hot Dog combo with a glass of homemade lemonade, and chips. The Hot Dog came with toasted buns and were very wide and firm. One of the best Hot Dogs that I have ever tasted. The Hot Dog provider happened to be there at the moment, but they didn't want to reveal the brand name of the Hot Dog, I guess to maintain the exclusivity at their Café. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality of their food. Their homemade lemonade was also amazingly delicious and refreshing. They had a station with condiments that you could put on your hot dogs, as well as with macaroni and potato salad. Everything was so good: the cozy ambiance, the hospitable and friendly owners, and the freshly made food, that together made for a delightful dining experience and the desire to want to come back.

I'm not much on waiting in line but, it was well worth it! Everything was delicious! Staff was…read moregreat.

Love love love this place. The boba is great, I 100% recommend the Thai tea! Also love the gelato,…read moreI've had the taro, bubblegum, and strawberry cheesecake and they are all amazing. The macarons and mochi donuts are super yummy as well!!! My partner and I love coming here and getting boba together, it's so good every time. The owners are also pretty friendly. It's very cute inside as well, but limited seating.

Didn't realize how extensive this menu is! We only ordered apps for today, but the crab Rangoons…read moreand spring rolls really hit the spot! Excited to try the boba and sushi next! The atmosphere is quite quiet, so we chose to take it to go, but the design and interior is so fun and funky! Highly recommend!

As the same with the Richmond location, the Cobra Kai double I ordered with crinkle cut and sweet…read morepotato fries paired with Jack Brown's signature sauce all were nothing short of perfect! One taste and you are in love! The service is attentive and friendly as the restaurant itself is decorative and pleasant to enjoy yourself within! My guess is that we should expect nothing less than perfection with every location!

First time at this location for Jack Browns which is store #2 in the chain. I had on my list the…read morelast visit and did not make it. They were packed before 5 PM on a Friday. But honestly the place is tiny. My visit with wife was brief by design. We sat at the bar and got cheeseburgers and water to move onto something else planned. Amazing service from multiple staff and yum burgers. Easy checkout and decent value. Hopefully a return visit next year and I can enjoy more of the menu. I love their sweet potato fries and large beer selection. Absolutely recommend.

Clean, friendly and fast! Best Dunkin' Donuts in Roanoke Salem area! Donuts were fresh and tasty!read more

This is the best dunkin donuts in the Roanoke/Salem area hands down. The dood.is always fresh and…read moreorders are always correct. Keep up the good work you guys