A local recommended that I check out MarieBette Cafe for an afternoon pick me up and I am so glad…read morethat we decided to visit! This cute little European inspired coffee shop makes a MEAN peach matcha made with a housemade syrup from locally-picked peaches. Honestly, it doesn't get any better than that! We were also on the search for their famous pretzel croissant but unfortunately it was sold out (and usually sells out earlier in the day). We will definitely have to come back again to try.

I ended up here mainly because Cou Cou Rachou is closed on Monday. This place was quite crowded (on…read morea holiday morning) and was struggling to keep items in stock, running out of cookies while I was there and having issues with their oven as well. I ended up getting a brioche with a chocolate hazelnut filling, which delivered amply on texture, though the amount of hazelnut was quite small. An unsweetened iced tea was a good compliment to the sweet bread. Their cooked food menu was modest and didn't have much for me, and they were struggling to get it out anyway. It's a nice space, and there is certainly some quality in the baked goods, but I came out thinking that if my usual spot right up the road was open, I wouldn't even think of coming here.

I had to stop in to do a return and grab a snack at Whole Foods today and was so excited that the…read moreBuzzing Bee truck was open! I've been wanting to try it for awhile now and finally got my chance! I got myself an iced cold brew with hazelnut and got my boyfriend an iced cold brew, black. The flavor of the cold brew was light and refreshing. I will definitely be back to try their iced chai (hopefully dirty). You can't miss the bright yellow truck outside Whole Foods, so stop by to grab a quick coffee to go and see the cute bee decor! Today my barista was all dressed in yellow and I loved it!

You have not met kinder people in all your life! Yes, I know I don't know you personally but trust…read moreme anyway. They make it a pleasure to be in their company and you WANT to come back. I've enjoyed everything I've had when I've visited including coffee, lattes, and smoothies. The price is comparable to many coffee shops but the portions seem more generous resulting in a better buy. They have cute gift baskets and gift ideas if you're looking for a way to be a blessing to someone you care about while supporting an awesome business with a beautiful purpose. The space is nice, bright and always clean. I'm looking forward to them opening another location someday as I am not working out as much as I should and don't get to the Y as much as I'd like. Nutshell: I'm craving kindness as I type.

There are two bistros in C'ville that I make a point of visiting every time I'm in town…read more The first is Bodo's on Emmett Street. I've been a loyal patron for ~28 years. The second is Kindness Cafe + Play. I've been a loyal patron for ~4 days. I learned about KC+P about 2 weeks ago when I ran across pictures of employees posing with bottles of Mountain Culture Kombucha; I made a mental note to try KC+P ASAP. My first visit was 4 days ago. Unfortunately, I arrived near closing time (noon) so I had limited time to scope out and enjoy their fare. I requested a Blueberry Bar from Found.Market (basically Blueberry Cake), Grit Coffee, Water. I got briefly acquainted with the founder, Katie, and was impressed with her devotion and how it is expressed and executed at KC+P. I asked about Mountain Culture Kombucha, and was told they were temporarily out, but would be getting a shipment soon. Good enough for me. The Blueberry Bar was delish, and the Grit Coffee made an excellent pairing. On each dining table was a small sign advertising a Fritatta for $5. Mmmm. Next time. I told Katie I'd return Friday. I returned Friday. Arrived about 9am. Ordered the Fritatta, Coffee, and Mountain Culture Kombucha. I settled down at a largish table, booted my computer, and surfed, checking my upcoming appointment at UVA Medical Center. A server brought my food in about 3 minutes. Note that KC+P has touchless serving. I slowly savored the Fritatta. Excellent. I would call it a Personal Quiche, but what's in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. And sipped on my Mountain Culture Kombucha / The Ginger. Always good. The dining area comprises a few circular tables and large sofas, all spaced well apart. Very good Grit Coffee. Very good Kombucha. Very good snacks. Über cheerful staff. While the parking lot is quite large, I have yet to snag a space near the entrance. The ladies' room is very clean, as is the rest of the building. I look forward to returning. Frequently. KC+P is relatively new, but is a wonderful asset to the community. It is exactly what one would expect in a beautiful city like Charlottesville. "All people have values and gifts to share." Katie Kishore

Don't read. Just go…read more Amazing coffee drinks and best empanadas I've ever tasted. You HAVE to try to the chicken one! You can tell the staff are happy to be there and it shows in the quality of what you're consuming.

My husband and I stopped in here for our first bakery visit of our trip during our stay in…read moreCharlottesville a few weeks ago. I saw online that they did empanadas and coffee (what could be better?) and we knew we had to visit. We live in Indianapolis and visit Che Chori often for empanadas, so we wanted to try Cumbre's breakfast options. I got the sweet corn + cheese, my husband got the ham + cheese, and we each got a breakfast bacon + eggs. I loved them both equally, but if I really had to choose one over the other, then I would say the sweet corn + cheese was my favorite because I love anything corn. They were the perfect temperature to bite into, we didn't have any trying to ooze out everywhere, and they were so flavorful! I also grabbed us each a Dulce de leche pastry and I thought it was the perfect balance for being a treat while not being overly sweet. My husband said he thought it was very sweet, but I thought that the pastry part was not sweet at all, so the dulce de leche filling in the middle balanced it out nicely. I also ordered a matcha latte and got a caramel latte for my husband. The 2 men on staff were very friendly and the patio was fairly busy when we stopped in. We opted to eat in the car on our way to the park so we could get to our hike faster, but I would love to stop here again and sit outside in the sun should we ever be back in Charlottesville.

I discovered this place by surprise when I forgot to prepare coffee for myself like I usually do…read morethe night before work. I needed to find somewhere near my dog's daycare that I could grab a coffee and go straight to work after dropping him off, but I generally drink coffee with oat milk, and I don't like to settle for mcdonalds coffee. Honestly, I wish I had found this place sooner, because I would have been going there a lot. It's a quiet, inviting space with a small, shared parking lot, and it seems like it would be a nice place to dine in as well as take things to go. They had no qualms with using my personal ceramic cup, and their Americano with oat milk is fantastic (they also use Oatly, which is my favorite brand). I peeked at the food menu and the bakery case, and everything looked SO good. I will be back for both coffee and that bacon cheese croissant soon! EDIT: returned a second time for a takeout drink and to get a photo to add to this review, but the staff is so kind and the place is so inviting that I ended up sitting for a bit on their patio. New fav coffee place!

The breakfast sandwiches and coffee were good. But the young girl was extremely rude and…read morecondescending from the very beginning. To the point I walked out and had my husband get our coffees. Maybe she needs some training on customer service. It wasn't just to me, I witnessed her being rude to a gentleman with his dish as well.

Cute little coffee shop near Scott Stadium. There's parking in the back which is nice. They have…read moreoutdoor seating and indoor, but it can be limited inside. I got an iced vanilla honey latte with oat milk and it was delicious. The baristas were super nice. I'd come back for sure.

My husband and I were in Charlottesville a few weeks ago on vacation and stopped in here for a…read morecoffee + a treat before going on a walk at a nearby park with the dogs. I ended up getting each of the dogs one of their cinnamon sugar donuts (they were on vacation, too!) and they were so moist and decadent. Perfect late-morning treat that all 4 of us loved. I also especially loved being able to get a 24oz latte! It lasted me our whole walk on the nature trail at Penn Park. The staff were SO friendly, had a lot of regulars coming and going while I was there, and had signs up all over about being a safe space for all, which was beautiful. They have a cute, outdoor patio area in the front that I would love to come back and lounge at if we are ever in town again.

Classic coffee place here in Staunton, Virginia. Fast service. You order in one part, and then you…read moremove away to get your breads and coffee. Had to go here for their Queen city Magic weekend and they did not disappoint. I bought a chorizo bread, along with a scone. Amazing.

I've been going up to Staunton often recently for family matters, and I've loved taking time to…read morecheck out all the local businesses when I'm able to. Reunion has been a breath of fresh air - really good espresso drinks, pastries, and breads. To be 100% honest, Crucible's coffee is better, but their pastry selection is minuscule and they can feel a bit stuffy. Reunion's pastries are good, though I wish they had more French-inspired things like pain au chocolat, croissants, or even soft cinnamon rolls, but I feel they excel more at the breads side of baking. I got a mini sourdough loaf once and it was excellent! Service is always friendly and happy, and the shop itself is cute, but there isn't much space inside. I'm all for tables outside, but there's not much real estate there either, especially on a busy morning. I think a small adjustment to flow could make it easily sit a couple cafe tables inside without it feeling so crowded. I just miss the days of being able to hang out and have good coffee and snacks while doing some work on a laptop. Seems like most businesses would rather have you out the door instead. I have high standards for bakeries and cafes, and Reunion meets most of them. They're now my favorite place to go in the mornings in Staunton... if they're open. I would go there much more often if I could actually eat my breakfast there instead of having to get back in my car or sit in the blistering summer heat.

Excellent coffee and tea in downtown Charlottesville. The quality of the coffee beans paired with…read moreartfully crafted espresso drinks is probably the best in the city. The baristas are excellent at making coffee, friendly, and the seasonal drinks are creative. They have a cardamom syrup that's delicious in lattes. The shop itself is very cute, with a handful of tables and stools at the counter. There's a couple of tables outside too. I wouldn't recommend trying to get work done here during a busy time since it's not a huge space.

We decided to explore Downtown Charlottesville this past Saturday afternoon while we were on a…read morequick weekend getaway. As usual, I'm looking for the best coffee roaster to go to, and Lone Light Coffee was on the top of my list in this area. The coffee shop is on the smaller side, but it was warm and comfortable. The baristas were nice and three of them gave me their input on which single origin I should choose for my pour-over. POUR-OVER - MKT Price +6.50 for Mohammed Aba Nura - Ethiopia (tasting notes: Strawberry, white chocolate, hazelnut) I wanted the craziest tasting option they had, and they recommended this one since it's pretty popular and well-liked among customers. However, one of the barista said he didn't really like it himself. I figured I should still try it. The sips I had while it was still warm was pretty juicy and sweet, but I really didn't like the notes once it cooled down (about 20 minutes later), which tasted sour and off-putting. I should have listened to that one barista and went with a different single origin option. Overall, good roaster -- just unfortunate that I tried something that wasn't for me. The baristas seem knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. I would love to come back next time and try another single origin offering.

Best chicken salad I've ever had in my life! On a very yummy crossiant My macchiato was perfectly…read moremade as well. Worth a visit

On our way from Nova to Shenandoah for a hike and want to grab a bite to eat beforehand. Before &…read moreAfter in Sperryville is mentioned as a good spot to visit as it is close to the Shenandoah entrance. Beautiful, quaint little town with antique stores, shops and the Before & After cafe. Park in the back and enter the building which looks like a refurbished home. There are a few tables in the front where you order and a back room with more tables. Menu consists of Coffee, sandwiches, cakes, croissants, muffins etc and the baked goods look delicious. Unfortunately, we are trying to lose a few lbs so we pass. We do, however, order coffee and the Turkey Brie Fig Panini. Coffee was a bit watery but enjoyed the Panini. The fig spread is very enjoyable and adds a nice sweet flavor to the Turkey. Glad we stopped by for a bite before our hike. Would recommend doing the same if you are on the way to Shenandoah.