First Visit to Gideon's Bakehouse…read more My first time experiencing Gideon's Bakehouse was definitely more than just stopping by for a cookie--it felt like walking into a whole different world- for real!. From the moment I approached the entrance, the dark, gothic atmosphere, vintage artwork, old books, and unique decor immediately caught my attention. This is not a traditional sit-down bakery or café, so I went in knowing the experience is more about getting the famous cookies and taking in the atmosphere, appearance and taste of the infamous cookies. There can be a little bit of a wait outside, especially when it's busy, but honestly, I found the experience to be part of the fun. Inside, everything is incredibly detailed--from the creepy-but-cool portraits and antique-style displays to the shelves filled with Gideon's memorabilia. Even the signs and artwork have their own personality. It feels almost like stepping into a haunted library with a bakery hidden inside- move over Disney's Haunted House. Ok back to the real item, of course, there are the cookies. For my first visit, I'd say the wait and the hassle were worth experiencing at least once. Gideon's is definitely more than just a place to grab a cookie--it's an experience, and the atmosphere makes it memorable. I can definitely see why people make a stop at Gideon's part of their visit. So yes go ahead make it a family stop, kids will definitely love them too!

I am rounding down my experience rather than up. They can't print a receipt so I am frankly not…read moresure what either item cost, but the gross amount including tax was $19.17 for one cookie and one slice of cake. They did not include any plasticware or napkins, so I expect they think I was just going to inhale the food like Nintendo's Kirby monster and not need to wipe any chocolate residue off along the way. I would like to meet the complete idjit that designed this process of melty chocolate in Florida's summer heat to understand the complete contempt they had for their customers that waited 10+ minutes in line so much so that they can't include plasticware to eat cake with and a napkin to wipe off the melty chocolate. Must be the same guy that made the DMV how it is. The theming is cool inside, that is the best aspect of this place. The vibes are immaculate. This is a place a proper sickly Victorian-era child ghost could haunt. You just can't say that about many spots in Orlando. The banana bread cookie I was most excited about was doughy, overly salted to an extreme, and had way too many walnuts. The girl at the register warned me it had walnuts and we discussed how walnutty this thang was. They really should call this the walnut cookie. The walnut is basically the whole gat dang cookie, you can't taste banana nor bread. Calling it a banana bread cookie is just misleading. The thai banana cookie from Summer House around the corner in Springs is not all it is cracked up to be either, but that one certainly is not 99% walnut by weight like this one. The cookies and cream Oreo slice was far better, which was mildly concerning that a cookie shoppe traditionally known for their "viral" cookies had failed so bad at cookies it was actually their CAKE that was the thing worth writing home about my experience. It is such a viral spot everyone is coming here for the experience to see a spot that a proper sickly Victorian-era child ghost could haunt. But smart customers get the cake, not the cookies. When you get the cake slice, verify that you have plastic cutlery and napkin before leaving the store, otherwise you are going to need to Kirby-inhale it. I think that is Nintendo, so that is Universal IP not Disney, but you get the picture. Who is the Kirby of Disney? Drax with his cake-toast?

Our first day at EPCOT as we wandered through France, the line for this quick service restaurant…read morewas literally out the door. There had to have been a couple hundred people in line. I was not about to do that but on our second trip to EPCOT the line was considerably shorter (barely outside the stanchions) so we picked up dinner here. It's delicious. The turkey BLT I ordered was excellent. We also got a few desserts, though they aren't listed on the menu so I can't remember what it was. There was one with maybe some kind of cream and strawberries, and that was our favorite. My friend got the croissant that went viral; it is huge, about a foot long at least and half dipped in chocolate. Service was quick and friendly. Definitely worth a stop if the line isn't out the door, since it moves fairly quickly.

After experiencing a few attractions at Epcot, we came across the French restaurant. We observed…read morethe variety of pastries and sandwiches that are offered at the restaurant. After waiting in line for five to ten minutes, it was our turn to order. We discussed the available options with the server and decided on the Macaron Trio, Apple n Brie, and Framboise. Our food arrived quickly, within five minutes. It was delicious and satisfying, providing us with the energy we needed to continue exploring the park's other attractions. It was a great place to stop, especially with its variety of sweet treat options.

Such a fun stop for a sweet treat! The Cookie Bar itself is small and can get busy, but don't let…read morethe line discourage you since it moves surprisingly quickly. The cookies are big, soft, moist, and seriously decadent. I also love that they rotate the flavors, so there's always something new and tempting to try. There's a really nice outdoor patio area too, which makes it a great spot to sit, relax, and enjoy your cookie. Definitely worth a stop for cookie enthusiasts!

Might be the best cookie I ever had. It cost $5.50 and was served in a small paper bag. It tasted…read moreexactly like what a s'mores cookie should taste like: chocolatey, not too sweet, with gooey marshmallow. I liked it a lot and considered getting a few more. But the cashier said they only last about 3 days and I wasn't going home until 4 days later. I probably could have froze them. Oh well, it gives me an excuse to return! The Cookie Bar at summer house serves as a nice AC'd respite if you are trying to evade the summer heat and humidity. They have a few tables inside and you can also get a nice beverage in addition to the cookies. The cookie bar is impressive in and of itself. There are cookies stacked on cookies displaying like 20 different kinds. I was tempted to get the Thai banana one and the seasonal cherry pie one, but alas, I got the smores. I also got a peach lemonade and it was great!! Very refreshing! I highly recommend this place even if you prefer crispy cookies. They have a good crunch while still being chewy.

We stopped in because this bakery is well known for its gluten-free offerings, and we wanted to…read morecheck it out while we were in the area. Unfortunately, none of us was really in the mood for something sweet at that moment, so we didn't end up buying anything. We did take a look around, though, and the bakery is absolutely adorable. The pink décor is charming, cheerful, and makes for a fun atmosphere. Although we can't comment on the food or baked goods this time, it's definitely a place we'd like to come back to on a future visit when we're ready to indulge. I definitely will spread the word to my friends!

Love this kitchen sink item to give you a couple different tastes…read more I'm so appreciative a vegan bakery is here at Disney Springs and that it's doing well. Their menu changes from time to time so check out any new offerings.

- Limited menu for breakfast/brunch options but they have a lot of pastries…read more - There are only about 6 tables inside, a couple of tables outside too - I got the tartine and the bread was so soggy - Pastry was good

Great mom and pop place for breakfast, menu is simple but great selections , have many variety of…read morepastries and staff is very attentive . Place is small with limited seating and can get little crowded . Food was great and price are very reasonable

Extremely similar to Bake N Babes cookies in Tampa! In other words 10/10 excellent. The cookie is…read moreserved in like a muffin shell, but the cookie is thick and gooey just how I like it. This was legit good. $6.59 for one.

Though Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are my home parks, it's taken me several years…read moreand being in the midst of a pandemic to finally try the highly-praised Jack-Jack Num Num Cookie only to do so at Walt Disney World (across the country). Wow! Talk about the hype is real...it's definitely real! Soft in the middle, crispy on the outside, loaded with a ton of chocolate chips and super thick, it is what all chocolate cookie lovers dream of. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for a sweet treat at Hollywood Studios. The Neighborhood Bakery is located in Hollywood Studios right outside Toy Story Land and near the Incredible's Celebration area. Though they have other snacks to order, their real claim-to-fame there is the Num Num Cookie. We had questionable service there, which is why I'm docking a star off. The CM seemed super annoyed and angry working. We were mutually having trouble hearing each other and she would get so visibly upset with each exchange. Luckily, the cookie saved the day or it would have been a bust! At the time of our visit, they were not taking an AP discount. Also keep in mind you will need a park reservation to Hollywood Studios to grab a snack/treat at Neighborhood Bakery.

Jacquie and I (Janna) had such a great experience at The Cake Bake Shop on 9/13 and Aubrey was a…read morehuge part of it! He was incredibly personable, attentive, and gave us great recommendations throughout our visit. He made us feel so welcome and even went out of his way to bring us an extra to-go bag without us having to ask. It's the little things like that that make the experience feel extra special. Aubrey was wonderful and truly added to the magic of our visit. We'll definitely be back!

My Disney bestie and I had a wonderful breakfast and had to give a shout out to Aubrey our waiter…read more He made great recommendations and was very professional and knowledgeable. He is an amazing asset to your team.

We visited Celebration for the first time this last Spring. When searching for gluten-free options,…read moreFortuna Bakery was recommended. We are so glad it was. A return trip to Celebration would be worth the visit simply for Fortuna Bakery. We stopped in to see what the options were for baked goods. Were we surprised to find so much more! The service was outstanding! The staff were cheerful, helpful, and knowledgeable. Rather than simply telling us there were no more arepas, they checked to see how long it would be and we waited for a piping hot one. The chicken empanadas are delicious, and if you have not had an arepa before, do not pass up the opportunity. Fortuna takes it to a whole new level, and the generous slab of cheese is the perfect topping. As to the gluten-free baked good? Amazing! The cakes were a perfect top off for a a joyful birthday in Celebration. There is outdoor café-style seating, which simply adds to the experience.

Came by Fortuna Bakery while I was in the area and decided to grab coffee and a snack here after a…read morequick snack and coffee. They have a wide variety of bakery items, pastries, and dessert, but I ended up getting a pan de bono and a tiramisu latte. The latte was surely the star of the show, they filled it to the brim and topped it with a delicious, thick cream that I couldn't get enough of and a lady finger cookie which was perfect for dipping in the coffee. I would definitely come back for this! The pan de bono was alright, it was a bit greasy and didn't have much of a strong flavor. I'll have to come back for another latte and to try more of their delicious looking pastries!

I just tried one of their signature parties, the school bread. It was a roll filled with custard…read morecream inside. The outside had coconut flakes and custard cream on the top in the middle. It was $5.49. It had a unique taste when I bit into it. It was not sweet at all and was very warmed. Very good for a dessert on a cold day. I also got a Caramel Cream and Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese Bolle for $5.49. It was very good. Inside the roll had a lot of filling. It was very cheesy and had a thick consistency inside. On the outside, there was a cream on top of a solid thick caramel piece. There was some glitter shine on the caramel piece. It did not melt at all so I had to bite the caramel piece with my teeth. The bread was very fresh, soft, and warmed. It was nice to try the Norwegian pastries for the very first time in Epcot Disney World. The line was a bit long in the evening when I was lining up. Good thing was that the service was fast so I didn't wait that long. It was around 10 to 25 minute wait to order.

I love that they added a little kiosk outside with limited options for those who want to save time…read more I was just there for the school bread so I was able to walk right up and get back on the trek around World Showcase. I thought the school bread was just ok. It was sweeter than I was expecting. But, I'm glad I tried it since it's not something you can typically find outside of Epcot in the US.

My birthday is always around the time my family goes to Orlando for the holidays so I often come…read morehere to redeem my birthday cupcake! This year for some reason it was 2 cupcakes for the birthday gift which was great! I was also able to redeem my cupcakes after my birthday too. Their cupcakes are generally pretty good. I find the cupcake part to be pretty moist on the day of. Don't put the cupcake in the fridge because it will dry it out. I usually get the red velvet. I also tried a vanilla one and thought it was good too. I did order ahead and came like 10-15 minutes after the scheduled pickup time. I did have to ask where my cupcakes were but they had them ready in the back.

I've been stopping into Sprinkles for years now, making it a habit when I'm in Disney Springs…read more For my latest visit (my first in awhile), I felt like the inside was a bit "sterile" in an atmosphere sense -- tablets replaced people at the order counter, which can be convenient for perusing the menu but also felt less personal, considering it seems there aren't employees stationed near the tablets at all. Overall, it kind of felt like walking into a bakery warehouse rather than a shop. I ordered a classic Sprinkle cupcake for myself and wanted to get a single pup cake, but for some reason that was only available as a three-pack, so I decided I'd treat the dogs in my family, too. My order was ready quickly and the person who handed it over was very nice. I wanted to enjoy the weather and my cupcake, so I sat at one of the tables outside and dug in. My cupcake was a little on the dry side but good overall -- the flavors were there, especially in the frosting. I also felt like it was a good size, but I'm admittedly the type of person who isn't a fan of giant "oversized" desserts. And I do think the price is pretty fair, especially by Mickey's standards. The pup cakes? Well, they were devoured by three pups as soon as they came out of the box, but alas, the dogs wouldn't give me a review beyond that.