This contemporary and relaxing bakery and coffeehouse located in Blacksburg, Virginia, specializes…read morein Egyptian and Lebanese inspired desserts and baked goods. But above and beyond their Middle Eastern pastries and unique drinks like Turkish Coffee and Mango Madness, it is an inviting environment with comfortable tables, chairs, and couches, to spend quality time socializing with good friends or with a laptop connected to the internet with their Wi-Fi, doing research for that special project. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Halwa Bakery & Cafe is the perfect example. After having dinner with a friend at another restaurant, we decided to come here for dessert. When we arrived, it was easy to find a parking space right around the corner of the Cafe. The place had outdoor furniture to be able to enjoy your food and drink outdoors in nice weather. Inside, the beautiful hardwood floors and exposed ceilings, together with the unique lighting treatment, gave special character to the place, and providing an extraordinary environment in which to better enjoy the moment. On the left of the ordering counter there is a couple of large blackboards with the menu written on them in color chalk. On the right, there are several display cases with Sandwiches and Pastries for one to observe and make better choices. My friend ordered a Baklava Cheesecake and I ordered a Peanut Butter Special Cake. As we sat down enjoying our desserts, that were amazingly delicious, the place was full of people. Some working on their laptops, others socializing, and others simply enjoying their food and drinks. As we were leaving, I saw on one of the walls two framed newspaper articles from The Roanoke Times, with color photographs, on this Blacksburg bakery with Mediterranean pastries. I highly recommend this place as a perfect environment to enjoy some cultural food and drinks, either alone, with your laptop, or with good friends.

Came here twice while visiting VT and it was great - friendly staff and such a staggering selection…read moreof drink, snacks, baked goods, and treats. The dining area was a great place to hang out - warm, cozy, and comfy. This is really nice spot to spend some time.

Nice atmosphere for espresso cappuccino coffee walking distance to campus of VTECH. Good serviceread more

Great Coffee shop in a great space. love the outdoor seating…read more they have an amazing pastry selection, and very nice seating in the shop as well. Staff was super friendly and made drinks quickly. I would definitely recommend a coffee stop here.

Being a regular customer at Mill Mountain comes easy to me. I have never been disappointed or…read moredissatisfied with my experience. Gulping the coffee down and almost licking my plate every visit! I recommend Mill Mountain when anyone who needs a cafe with a clam but alive ambience.

I've come here since 1997 when I first attended VATECH for grad school. I spent countless hours…read morehere over those next 3yrs enjoying the staff, Chia tea, & food while I wrote my dissertation. The atmosphere is exactly the epitome of a coffee oriented restaurant should be (period). I just came back after all this time in March 2026 & was as wonderful as my memories. Always should stop get a sandwich, coffee or chia & read a book or just observe the goings on...love my Mill Mountain

This is odd because Moge Tea is a big brand, but the relationship between the brand and this store…read moreis unclear to me as it has its own website and does not pop up with the bigger company which has some other locations in Virginia and many elsewhere. Not sure what to make of that, but evaluating this place on its own merits it does have some quality. I ordered on a kiosk and there was a screen with names of people who ordered and wait times and because the place was busy I thought I might have to wait longer. Instead, they were faster than expected, despite the fact that I ordered something with customization. They offer an extra large tea size, and it is the kind of thing you'd expect Morgan Spurlock to be drinking. I can't imagine wanting that much fruit tea in one setting, but it kept fine in the fridge and I drank half of it and finished the fruit the next day. Getting lychee-flavored jelly was, as is usually the case, a good decision. This is not a place that offers food, though there are other options nearby. Some of the matcha options looked interesting as well.

I really liked the ambiance and service. I always like to come here and study because they have…read moreWiFi and there are some outlets for charging my laptop. Everything I've tried so far has been good but my personal favorite is the four season super fruit tea!

Bowl size is amazing and very full!! Good portions of protein & all the mix ins. Very tasty as well!read more

While visiting my daughter in college she strongly suggested we eat here for lunch. I was skeptical…read moreat first becuase I didn't think I would be full/satisfied On just noodles. Boy was I wrong. They give you so much. They fill the entire bowl up for you. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Next time you're In Radford/Christiansburg definitely give Rainbowl a try

Seating can be a challenge if you get here mid morning on a weekend but the food is worth the…read morepotential wait. Some of the specials are crazy, like French toast with pickled jalapeños, but somehow it worked. The baked goods selections are worth checking before you leave as well!!

Our Daily Bread has been a staple in Blacksburg for decades now. I always have looked forward to…read moregrabbing something from here. Whether is lunch, brunch, or a sweet treat, there is something for everyone! Having been coming here since I was a kid, I feel like I've had just about everything from here. The have a lot of staples in their pastry case, but usually have seasonal items as well. Their lunch, brunch, and dinner switch up daily, so check online for the menu. The also make very good breads, one of my favorites being their brioche, perfect for French toast. The staff has always been very friendly and welcoming too. I find the service to be decent, sometimes it gets very busy, but the do a good job managing it. I popped in the other day to grab something for lunch. I ended up grabbing one of their grab'n go blt wraps from the fridge. The sandwiches and wrap they have in the grab n go fridge are the same ones they offer during lunch on the daily. I really enjoyed my wrap, simple but hit the spot. There was ample amounts of bacon, with a nice balance of juicy Roma tomato and lettuce. Overall, very good and not too heavy. For my sweet items, I opted for a chocolate New York cheesecake bar and a chocolate croissant. I absolutely love their cheesecake and think they do a phenomenal job. It was nice and dense with the perfect crust to cake ratio. The graham cracker crust was buttery and delicious too. The chocolate croissant was simple but very good. There was a decent amount of chocolate inside the flakey, buttery pastry. All in all, Our Daily Bread is a lovely French bakery located in Blacksburg. Generally pretty reliable, they offer so many different baked goods. Items from their paste case are always tasty. But their breads, loaves, and cakes are also yummy. There is truly something for everyone here! Looking forward to my next visit.

I went here approaching 11am- and there was only one empty table- so it was quite busy! The music…read morewas low and the place was not as loud since most people were studying/ but there were some quiet conversations- so the ambience and vibes were a good halfway point between calm and lively. I ordered a vanilla latte with whole milk. As you can see, the latte art was very cute, and it was not like EXTREMELY hot- it was perfect sipping heat. Also very affordable! The muffin was ginormous, and yummy- had to split it with a friend. And I love that there was a toaster and a microwave to heat up any of your goodies! Will be back again!

Good coffee and GREAT pricing. We visited and enjoyed the overall vibe of the place. The staff was…read moregreat as well.

Super fun little drive though coffee spot! We checked out this spot when driving home from…read moreVirginia Tech. Lots of syrups and flavors for your drinks. So many options it was hard to choose what to drink. My husband had a sugar free latte which he enjoyed. He was happy to see sugar free options. I opted for the 7 Energy drink and chose Guava and Orange as my flavors. It was good. It gave me a little pep for the day. My daughter ordered s smoothie and loved it. I think if this spot any closer to where I live it would be dangerous. If I am in a town with a 7Brew I plan to stop and you should too.

First time as heard tons about this place. It's a very quick experience so if you aren't familiar…read morewith the menu then make sure you do not get in line. They do have a QR to scan but that's not conducive to driving/navigating the lanes. There are two lines and people standing with pads to take your order. Very quick and efficient system. You won't wait long at all. There's music pumping out and people working there are having a good time. The person taking the order was patient and friendly. You can pay when you order or cash at the pick up counter. The cashier was just as nice too. Ordered a large house blend with one pump of sugar free carmel syrup and one pump of sugar free vanilla. This is the same as a blondie but was nervous ordering that in case it was overly sweet. This has a touch of taste. Probably should have gotten two pumps of each. Rookie mistake on my part. Also ordered a cold brew with cold foam. Asked if there was sugar in the foam and was told yes so got it without sweetener. They give you maybe - seriously, like maybe a 1/4 tsp of foam on top. So, the drink is very strong without added creamer/sugar AND cold foam. Aside from the rookie errors - again our problems since never been - the coffees were just okay. Wouldn't go out of my way to get again (we took slight detour from our route). However, if one is in the area and it was convenient would for sure try again.

Ordered the Inferno Ramen--bold, flavorful, and the perfect balance of heat and comfort. Paired it…read morewith the Watermelon Tea loaded with mango, lychee, and strawberry boba for a sweet, refreshing twist. And dessert? Lychee and Purple Sweet Potato Mochi -- soft, chewy perfection! The vibes are authentic, the food is top-tier, and the service was superb from start to finish. Definitely a must-try if you're craving real ramen and cozy energy

It's such a cute ambiance. It was delicious and I wish they had just little more seasoning. I would…read morego back if I visit Virginia tech again.