Nice family-owned shop. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Their coffee was delicious and I had their…read moreFrench toast sandwich which was phenomenal. Wish I lived closer to come here more often. Will definitely stop there again when passing through.

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.

Such a charming local find! Friendly, fairly priced, good portions, good espresso, and nice patio…read more What more could you want in a coffee shop/ bakery lunch? Love it!

Adorable little bakery and breakfast spot that is located in a beautiful old house in Black…read moreMountain. We would have never known about it, except after dining at the Red Rocker restaurant. The grounds are lovely and are shaded with large trees and have seating underneath them. There's also an outside patio where customers can enjoy their food. We opted for the seating inside and I had a delicious everything bagel with lox, cream cheese and capers. Dave had eggs, sausage and cheese on an everything bagel too. There was a continuous line of customers buying bakery stuff and getting coffee. The atmosphere is so homey and pleasant that it a pleasure to eat there.

best little bakery around here. Fabulous scones, muffins, danish to die for, great bagels , cream…read morecheese and cookies. homemade sourdough breads, biscottis. a whole list of coffees too. staff is great , wonderful family run business. sit outside on the picnic tables and enjoy all the goodies.

I'm the outlier here, which, before I get to bagels and cookies, reminds me of something that…read morehappened about a year ago. My doctor said I aged just like any other human but that my physical fitness and condition was that of someone 25 years younger than me. At that time, I didn't know what 'outlier' meant so I called him a mammogram. He just looked at me confused, which was the plan. With that out of the way, this is more of a bread place than a bagel place. If I had gone here for bread (even though a bagel is bread), I likely would have given it 5 Stars. But I was here for a bagel. They didn't have plain or poppy so I got a Toasted Sesame bagel. I did get it toasted but it was literally called a Toasted Sesame. It was okay. The cookies were also good not great. I still could have maybe given a 4 thanks to great service, a cool vibe, outdoor seating, and impeccable cleanliness but instead of the bagel being $2 and change, they charge another $2 for service (buttering the bagel). So, how a bagel and a small bag of three cookies, it was $9 after leaving a $1 tip. Other negatives are no option for a paper receipt and no bathroom. He did offer to guide me through the kitchen to the employee bathroom but that would be awkward. If you're local and seeking amazing bread options, you will probably love it. If you're on a road trip on I-40 and want a bagel and a bathroom, it ain't the place.

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.

As soon as we walked through the door we were treated like we were visiting family. The atmosphere…read morewas welcoming. Our questions were answered. Recommendations were made. The BEST bakery I have been to in a very long time. We started out sharing a ham and cheese croissant. The ham and cheese was baked into the croissant. Light, flaky, and very delicious. I am surprised my husband let me have more than one bite. We ordered the quiche of the day and the one available every day. The ham and cheese was the quiche of the day. It was light, creamy, and very rich. The other quiche had spinach, feta, and tomatoes. It was equally delicious. Go and check them out. You will not be sorry. Go now.

Great variety of yummy breakfast and dessert items. Fun atmosphere that is relaxed and welcoming.read more

Adorable little cupcake shop in downtown Black Mountain! There was a nice variety of flavors from…read morevanilla to super chocolatey to margarita. My son got the cookies and cream and I chose my favorite- red velvet. They were delicious! The owner is very friendly and even let us use the restroom even though it's only meant for employees. I definitely recommend picking up a vintage bottled soda from the hardware store across the street to enjoy with your sweet treat. There isn't a lot of seating but on a nice day you can carry it across the street to the nice park.

Used to love the cupcakes with previous owners. Tried a couple during the Holly Jolly festivities…read moreand my chocolate one was very dry and I could tell it had been out for a while. My wife got a gluten-free and it was the same. Much smaller size than previous ones too. Also had very small selection of canned drinks and no diet ones. Just sparkling water and Cheerwine. Quite disappointing after our years of getting cupcakes and cakes from them. Doubt we will spend money there again. Very sad for us.

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.

Great spot! I dropped in here with a few friends when we were heading out of the woods due to…read moreIsaias, and Dripolator was the only place open. Boy were they busy! Thankfully they have a parking lot so there's lots of parking available just outside. I was surprised it was so small for how busy it is (and inevitably always is, being in a tourist town)... the seating is cozy, but not plentiful. There didn't seem to be nearly enough chairs for the number of tables. There was plenty of space for a line of about 10 people which is good because it stayed that way for the 35-40min we were there. Friends and I ordered off the seasonal menu - the Ron Weasley was a popular order with chocolate, ginger and orange peel added to a latte. One of my GF friends was delighted to have an almond coffee cake and GF muffin. The croissants were nice, though not made of the pastry dough you'd expect - they were not at all flaky. Still, options were available for savory as well as sweet and everyone left with a fully belly and caffeinated. Mission accomplished!

One of the best sandwiches, pastries, and service I've ever had! I definitely recommend stopping…read moreby!!

Not just the best sandwich in Western North Carolina but an amazing shopping experience with folks…read morethat treat you like family! I heard about this place from some friends years ago and regularly frequented for the killer deli sandwiches and old world bakery. Back then it was called Troyer's but recently went back and the entire shopping/dining experience has been elevated in the best of ways!!!! I was greeted immediately when I walked in by a super sweet couple rocking out the incredible sandwiches! I found out they had been making the Troyer's sandwiches for years which was so cool. Come to find out they now have beef, pork, lamb & chicken for sale grown right on the same property! I grilled a ribeye that next day and the flavor was on par with anything from the chop shop! I also found out they have a CSA that delivers right to my home which makes for least waste and need to use the corporate grocery store so often. The grocery section has so many options from dry goods to locally made products they have you covered. I picked up goats milk soap, spicy pickles, champagne mustard, old world candy, and an amazing soup my family loved. The oatmeal crème pie is by far the best dessert after an amazing sandwich I've ever had the pleasure of enjoying. I also grabbed a loaf of fresh baked and it was to die for! The front porch is pet friendly and I really enjoyed the ambiance with birds chirping and laughter from the 10 local fireman all enjoying the same vibe!

Authentic German Food., Ambiance, Service. If you like…read moreGerman Biers - Hefeweizen' my favorite , and other flavors - they are in abundance. Goulash and Goulash Soup - homemade! Traditional selections of homemade Sausages, Dogs, etc. Traditional selections of homemade side dishes, Krauts, Noodle's, Dumplings, Potato Salad, etc. Deserts - yup! I'm satisfied, time for a nap!

I'm not often able to find German food around, so this place was a great surprise! The schnitzel…read morewas moist with a good crust, and the red cabbage was also great. Even during a busy Oktoberfest for the place, service was prompt (and the costuming was fun, to boot). I'd definitely come back here the next time I'm up in Black Mountain.