I was excited to learn about a traditional bakery like the ones I grew up around in Jersey. I was…read morealso surprised to see pecan pie, which looked good at first sight. The flavor was definitely there, which I appreciated, but the crust was a little tough. I also grabbed a couple of brownies. They were good, but I was disappointed by the presentation, tightly wrapped and squeezed into plastic wrap. I came to Alabama expecting Southern bakery quality, Southern prices, and Southern hospitality. Instead, the brownies gave me a middle of the road presentation at Jersey prices. Would I go back? Now that's the question. I would give the pecan pie another chance, but hopefully with a crust that is a little more cooperative.

ONE OF MY FAVORITE BAKERIES!!! I AM VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT THIS PLACE!!!!…read more If I lived closer it would be dangerous for me because I would eat croissants and cookies everyday.

SO wanted to try Aden Cafe as he saw it on FB. It is located on Lakeshore right next to Mr.Wang's…read more The store has a cute sitting area in the corner and the employees (owners?) are nice. I was excited to try the baklava as they looked beautiful. However, while the flavor was very good, the texture was all wrong. An authentic baklava is supposed to be crispy, flaky, and crunchy, especially on the top layers. While it is heavily soaked in sweet syrup, it should never be soggy, mushy, or completely soft. Unfortunately, the ones we had tonight were indeed soggy and completely soft.

I guess you could call this hidden gem. Aden Cafe is nestled among the wildwood shopping center off…read moreof lakeshore parkway. Known for its middle eastern style offerings including Yemeni coffee and other kinds of coffee (hot or iced), pastries, crepes, and ice cream you will find it hard to find something you won't like. The place itself is a relaxed environment where you could study or catch up with friends. I tried the iced Aden latte (espresso, milk, pistachio and lavender) and it's the best coffee off of lakeshore. None of the flavors were overpowering the others. I also ordered a biscoff crepe and a sabaya. The sabaya was flaky and crispy, smothered in delicious honey. It wasn't the thickest sabaya but I enjoyed it! The biscoff crepe was so decadent. The crepe itself was soft and chewy, the perfect texture for such a delicious crepe. The fruit given with it also paired well with the drizzled sauce. I am looking forward to supporting this locally owned spot more often!

My first purchase was thru Door Dash... loved what I got but had a suggestion for a possible…read moreimprovement. They called me a few days later.. had some of my suggestions available for me. OMG what was good was even better. Even more important, they listened and actually considered and used my idea. I can't wait for my next visit. I'm anxious to try something that's completely new to me. At Adam and Eve I have complete faith it will be fantastic! Sorry... didn't think of pics soon enough... it was just too good.

The vegan "wraps" or sandwiches with pita bread are very well done. They are rolled on the side and…read morecut in half. This place mixes middle eastern quality with a refreshing healthy cafe for smoothies, juices, sandwiches, or epic dessert options. I saw shapes of croissants I've never seen here. Would love to try the crepes next time. The vegan "wraps" or sandwiches with pita bread are very well done. They are rolled on the side and cut in half. This place mixes middle eastern quality with a refreshing healthy cafe for smoothies, juices, sandwiches, or epic dessert options. I saw shapes of croissants I've never seen here. Would love to try the crepes next time.

Cala is one of my favorite coffee spots in Birmingham. The coffee is great, the staff is always so…read morefriendly, and the whole place just has the best cozy vibe. Their seasonal drinks are always so fun and creative, and it's the kind of coffee shop where you grab a latte and end up staying way longer than you planned.

Super disappointed. Parking set up is terrible- the small lot was full, had a big truck back all…read morethe way out of the lot from a space in front of the door while people are trying to drive into full lot. 20min limit signs. Was 4th in line and it was soooo slow with 4 girls working. None of the specials drinks have prices. Ordered the a drink called Front Porch? The girl forgot to enter the strawberry shortbread cookies I got so she had to start another order for me to tap with my card and then she gave herself a tip! Wow, definitely didn't authorize that. $6.16 Waited 20min for my drink and come to find out, they were calling Hannah for my drink. Yikes.

I only recommend this if you're short on time and the reason being that it's pretty pricey and you…read moredon't get a lot of food. With that being said, I'm almost positive the serving size you get for each order is normal/average, BUT i always have a large appetite, especially after a workout. This cafe is located within the gym. You can get a variety of foods such as sandwiches salads, noodle bowls, etc. You can also get a variety of smoothies, protein shakes, supplements, etc. They also have pre made meals that you can grab and go if you don't have the seven minutes it takes to prepare you meal. I ordered the soba noodle bowl with cilantro avocado slaw. It's a bit spicy but i'd say that spice is more for the flavor and not unbearable, i don't like spicy at all but i'll tolerate this. The noodle bole includes low mean noodles, peanuts, red pepper flakes and can add chicken for an additional charge. It's right around $9.00 and again, for the amount of food, i'd probably want to just go to a restaurant and pick up take out so i wouldn't be hungry after the meal.

This is Life time's onsite cafe, and it is open to members and non-members. They serve a variety of…read moresmoothies- protein shakes as well as healthy fruit smoothies and juices. They have a wide selection of protein bars as well as other healthy meals for breakfast and lunch that you can pick up on the go. They provide you with calorie counts and nutritional content on most of their foods. This is a great place to stop by after your work out, and they also have free wifi if you want to sit around and work on your laptop. The staff is very friendly and will help you out with substitutions on your meals or smoothies if you ever need any.

Finally made it to Baba Java Coffee, and I wish I hadn't waited so long! I had the cappuccino and…read moremy friend got the latte, both delicious. The cappuccino was stronger than what I usually go for, but smooth, not bitter at all. The ambiance is really nice, mostly tables and chairs with one cozy area that has softer seating. A few people were working on laptops, so it seems like a good spot to post up for a bit. Parking was easy too. Will definitely be back!

Having opened in 2019, Baba Java entered the area's coffee shop scene at a time when coffee for…read moremost local residents was still associated with one single chain. This was the first location of Baba Java and has since expanded through the city. Ran my Omani entrepreneurs, this little coffee shop became quite popular over the years. The staff working here are mostly teenagers or college students, who are very attentive and professional despite their young age. The owner clearly picked out incredible folks to be here who make Baba Java feel both welcoming and well kept. The interior of the space is fairly basic coffee shop design, but admittedly, a little bit dated in 2026 and lacks the unique vibe of some other independent coffee shops. Window views facing the strip mall parking lot don't create much of an ambiance either. With that said, design is not the main thing to come here for. The coffee is excellent and priced very reasonably, offering a great value for an establishment of this sort. There is easy to access WiFi and an overall feeling of being welcomed. A solid little coffee shop that allows customers to support some local business owners instead of a big chain.

i stop there at least 3x a week on my way to work. I will no longer. The drive thru wait is…read moreridiculous. Today i sat in my car ready for someone to take my order, sat there for 5 mins, no one came on, even when i tried to saying hello??? another 5-6 mins to get to the window again bc service is so slow and per usual it's some kid sitting on the window (which i think is gross) who had no clue she never took my order. I gave my order there and waited. Got my food but drove off without my coffee. Had to park and go in. The place completely empty except for the 2 girls working there. Again one girl sitting on the window - love it when they have shorts on and are big girls...great professional look for the company. Coffee was already cold. i can't do it anymore. The high prices, unsanitary conditions and wait time are too much. I don't need to be this stressed out on my way to work. It's too bad bc i live close by and met hoping it would get better but it hasn't. I will not be back. Based on lack of management i don't even expect a return email back.

There are so many delicious latte options here! For summer they had a fun music inspired seasonal…read moremenu. The "Dr. Feel Good" was an iced oat milk coconut mocha latte and was so yummy. The "Take on Me" was equally tasty with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla cold foam. This was a great stop near a large hotel area so perfect for many travelers.

We arrived 1:45pm on a Thursday and it was empty except for another party. We easily found street…read moreparking outside the restaurant. I ordered the Banana Puddin' cold brew that was really good. They also serve pour over! Vanilla-Cinnamon French Toast came with 2 small bread slices - I liked that the portion was small and manageable. We also ordered the Quinoa & Black Bean Burger and the BE Hive Quinoa Bowl. They are great options for vegan / plant-based / vegetarian members in your party. The Biscuit Board comes with 4 mini biscuits and 4 different spreads, which was nice to share with the group. We all liked that the restaurant was quiet and bright and airy.

Came in for brunch on a Sunday. Got there just before 11 and there was a bit of a wait, but it…read moremoved pretty fast. Service was friendly and quick, even though it was busy. Portions were generous and prices were decent. They were also great about accommodating gluten-free. I ordered the Farm Breakfast with bacon and gluten-free bread, it was filling and really tasty.

When I walked in, I was a little confused. I initially went to the counter assuming you order there…read morebut then we were seated at a table. I didn't realize it was a full-service, sit-down restaurant. They have a large selection for breakfast and lunch along with coffee and other drinks. I stopped in just to grab a coffee and pass time while my friend was running errands. I ordered an iced latte with nonfat milk and it was good. My friend's mom wanted a hot latte, and our waiter provided his recommendations while answering her questions. The service was great and they didn't seem to mind we were only there for coffee. The dining room is also really big and the food looked great.

Thank you for the amazing music!! I appreciate it!…read more For my meal I ordered off of the a la cart menu, biscuit, eggs and bacon. I'm glad you are open for dinner and offer breakfast.

What a wonderful coffee shop! Excellent coffee, a welcoming atmosphere, and a place where you can…read moretruly feel the passion for quality. A special thank you to Lee Wideman, whom I had the pleasure of meeting at an event in Birmingham. He didn't recommend Baba Java because he works there--he recommended it because he genuinely believes in it. After visiting the very next day, I completely understood why. Great coffee is always worth it, and this place is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Birmingham. Thank you, Lee, for the recommendation!

Disappointed in the discontinued entry of the fruit oriented popsicles. That was my main reason for…read morestopping at this shop. Didn't order any thing. Place is still well organized. Best wishes. They now have donuts.