Really yum got a champagne cake for my anniversary with just whipped topping and it was real good…read moreguys you should get if you can

Had bigger order for cinnamon rolls. Called the week ahead…read moreand put in the order. Was able to lock in the time and had no problem paying over the phone a head of time for the two dozen cinnamon rolls. They were picked up as planned and brought in to our place of work. They have all types of baked goods but this was our first time using Bake Shoppe for this size of order. I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Very accommodating! Love their Gluten Free bread and buns, wouldn't buy anyone else's Gluten free…read morebread!

Finally, I found it. I have been trying to find Rotella's Honey Wheat Nugget bread for years…read more HyVee used to carry it all the time but then it was gone. Was told the company stopped making it. So glad My wife found it again. This Honey Nugget makes the best toast you have ever had. Try it, it is amazing. Thank you Rotella

La Mie is our quick go-to place for a cup of soup when we are out and about. Everyday there are 2…read morehomemade soups--one creamy and one clear. They are both delicious! And different everyday! It comes with bread--ask for the ciabatta! We walk in, place our order, put our number on the table, grab utensils (spoon & knife), butter and water. By the time we sit down our order is delivered to the table. Today--for the first time--the music was too loud and all in Spanish! We couldn't even have a conversation! I didn't stay long enough to ask them to change the music or to just turn the volume down. I'm sure they would have done that. Every time in the past the music has been pleasant and at a reasonable volume.

Food and pastries were exceptional. 5 stars. Regular brewed coffee was good. Espresso based drinks…read morewere poor at best. Zero stars. If you are looking for A craft latte- this is not the option. Lunch? Cant miss. Sandwich's are amazing.

Stop 2 of our daddy daughter afternoon. Dessert and coffee!…read more Tucked away in Valley West Mall is European Taste. This shop has been on my list for a while, but every time I seem to get to VWM is on Mondays. The only day European Taste is closed. That's my luck... Lol It's a small space with three two person tables if you choose to dine-in. Which we did... It's order and pay at the counter. The majority of the food items are handed to you upon ordering and they bring the drinks to your table when they are done being prepared. The menu board is easy to navigate and the desserts are showcased right up front in a glass refrigerated case. Straws, spoons, lids, etc. are at a station to your Left as you face the front counter. The owner (Alina) helped us today and you couldn't ask for better customer service! Very personable. I really enjoyed our conversation! She let me know most items are prepared fresh and a few of the specialty items come in through other local sources and/or a distributor. We ordered the following: 2x Tiramisu cake 1x Chocolate macaron 1x Double latte with vanilla syrup with oat milk (hot) 1x Blended chai; iced with vanilla syrup Everything was fantastic and I know I'm going to be back! My daughter is a Starbucks girl and she said the chai was sooo much better here... At almost half the price! Besides the tiramisu cake they offer a tiramisu cupcake... If you zoom in on the picture of the tiramisu cupcake you will note the included extra shot of espresso poised in the tube to be released into the pastry... I have to try that! Not a lot of businesses are thriving in Valley West Mall and I wish I'd made it here sooner. VWM doesn't have the food court of locally owned businesses that Merle Hay Mall has... Yet. But this place is worth the stop! It's literally a couple of storefronts inside the entrance by Blaze Pizza on the second level. Plenty of parking and easy to get to! Convenient to grab and go! If you haven't checked them out yet... Swing in and say hello! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559973381958 https://order.online/store/31914193?pickup=true...

We walked into European taste and were greeted immediately. The ambiance was relaxing with a cozy…read moreatmosphere, but unfortunately the seating is limited. Since it is located in the mall, you are able to sit elsewhere. We decided to try the Honey Cake, Lungo, and Iced Caramel Latte. The Honey Cake was deliciously elegant and not too sweet. This was my first time trying a Lungo and it was fabulous! You can get a single or double and it was overall somewhat small, but I loved the richness and creaminess of this espresso. My significant other enjoyed the iced caramel latte and drank it quicker than most places we have been! Overall, this is a solid place for European treats and great coffee!

We decided to try this place after reading an article. So glad we made that decision. We went for…read morelunch but the full menu was available. We were greeted when we walked in and seated immediately. They placed warm pida bread with olive oil on our table - it was fantastic! Our server was very polite and made a few suggestions. My wife went with dumplings and I got kebabs. Both were delicious! I had Turkish Coffee and my wife had Turkish tea. But the main thing was the baklava! I've had it many times before but the variety and flavor here was outstanding. We plan on returning just for the baklava!

Located on 100th at the end of a strip center, Istanbul Grill is well decorated and has comfortable…read moreseating. Service was very good and took the time to explain various aspects of the menu. I ordered the Sultan's Delight while my companion order chicken skewers. My entree was fine but I thought the chicken was very good. Prices are reasonable.

Opps -Ate the cake before I remembered to take a photo…read more That keeps happening with Bundt cakes. Have ordered online ahead of time multiple times. This is an easy thing to do. You can easily order the day before which is what I did this time. Ordered a flavor of the month which was a S'mores flavor and the newest gluten free raspberry lemon flavor. Easy. Paid online and picked up the next day. It's easy to park and get into the building. It's a cute little shoppe. Lots of party favors and little gifts. They have the different styles on display right inside the door. Took it to the birthday party that evening and enjoyed it. Forgot to get a picture of the cake, but they are always picture perfect. It was delicious. The icing is so rich and one of the best parts. I know its a chain, but really it's delicious and hard to beat. My personal favorite is still the lemon blueberry which is seasonal.

Just don't wait for a special occasion to treat yourself to the luscious goodness of a "cream…read morecheese filling" Bundt Cake. The lemon or red velvet are crowd favorites but there are other fun and creative options for you to go and try. Normally, the wait staff has a standard rubric cube speech which needs more piazza-- if you know what you want -- the lack luster spill is of no moment. The fun part is getting your choice of options and escaping the environment full of frills to your happy place to enjoy your purchase.

Bakers Square has been in the Des Moines area for decades and I have many a fond memory of having…read morelunch there with my dad. It's family restaurant status continues making them a worthwhile option if you are looking for a solid meal at a reasonable price. Our favorite is to have their "four square" breakfast v(for dinner, of course), where you get bro select your four favorite breakfast items to build a custom meal. The pancakes and eggs are always spot on and delicious. Also with checking out is their smash burger Monday night: a well-prepared hamburger and a side for a great price. Pie is not usually my thing, but when I am done n the mood, Bakers Square is a first thought. Many options, all good, and the occasional limited time pies to expand your sweet tooth horizons. Things to know: * Located just a couple of blocks off of I-35/80 at University Avenue on the west side of town. * Free drink refills and, if you're polite when you ask, you can take your drink to go.

My company used this location a few times for pie orders…read more We easily put in the order online and order the pies a week or even a few days ahead of time. They are always ready with no problems when we show up to get them. They have set the expectations higher and we keep returning every year.

Have door dashed Cha cha's goodies a few times now and not once been disappointed. Their donuts and…read morecinnamon roll are delicious. The creme horn too was so good! I need to go in to give you a better review of this place but so far I love everything I've had here. The champagne donut was probably my favorite! The raspberry filling, the glaze and the creme on top transport you to donut heaven. Excited to go in and try more.

I had a pie pick up around thanksgiving. It was right on time and delicious…read more This is a classic that many people had heard about and wanted to try! Overall amazing.

While I really do not like the actual seats (they are hard and uncomfortable) that is my ONLY…read morecomplaint. The atmosphere is always inviting and nice. Peaceful. Not too loud at all. Definitely a decent menu with options it not overwhelming. Enjoyed a coffee and a cranberry mimosa (who knew such a thing existed) it's the best! And that omelet was delicious. Enough for a snack later too. Staff have always been very friendly and attentive as well. This is my favorite location.

I chose this place specifically for their avocado toast, and it did not disappoint. First, it was…read morehuge. Then it was unbelievably delicious and beautiful. All of the ingredients shined, from the avocado (of course) to the corn salsa, feta cheese, cucumber and pickled onions. Each added its own distinct flavor and texture but didn't overwhelm the whole. The coffee was superb and the service was delightful. Finally the ambiance was clean, modern and inviting. Highly recommend!