I'm giving Back Street Brews the WHOLE 5 STARS for being a non chain, indie coffee spot that's a…read moreSUUUUUUUUUPER CUTE, QUAINT, FRIENDLY little local coffee (and tea) spot that also sells tantalizingly scrumptious baked goods - see my pic of their amazing selection! Hard to not buy a goodie (or 2 or 3....!) to accompany your coffee or tea! I drove out to Lovettsville for the first time ever to check out Willows Vintage Charm, a super cute antique vintage goods shop walking distance from BSB (highly recommend!). It was a Tuesday around 11AM and I was iso a morning cup o' joe and never interested in a nearest Sbux if I can at all help it - BINGO, Back Street Brews saved the day! Wish I had had time to sit and sip - the weather that morning was glorious. The little town of Lovettsvillle is SO cute, out in the country, simple and quiet, surrounded by mountains where time feels like it slows to half or quarter time. Lucky you, I'm jealous, if you live out there in God's country - truly! The shop has a cool outdoor seating area on the side and also in the (outside) front of the shop as well as inside, there's a back room with seating. Check out my pics. Prices are WAY reasonable, there's a wide variety of latte options including a seasonal drink menu and lots of syrup flavors. Service is exceptional and my drink (a hot cherry vanilla latte!) was delicious! Piping hot and bold (not wimpy weak!), just the way I like my coffee drinks! I couldn't resist picking up a few housemade baked goodies to take home with me - they looked too temptingly delicious there in the case not to. I was told they aren't baked there in-house but are made locally and brought in. Good enough for me to call fresh baked! They were delicious and beautifully individually wrapped in cellophane. I took a bunch of pics and a vid, including menu sign boards and prices - check 'em all out - you'll see what I mean by super cute, quaint and charming. If you're in Lovettsville or passing by, definitely stop in - SO WORTH IT!

Quaint little coffee shop literally on some back street in Lovettsville. In a converted house with…read moreseating inside and out. Nice strong black tea and good muffins, pastries, egg sandwiches and more. Always feels cozy and is relatively quiet, thankfully.

A standout stop on my bike ride on the C&O towpath. Not far of the path and interesting setting in…read morean old church. Beans in the Belfry is one of those places that immediately feels right. The converted church space gives it real character, and the atmosphere is warm without trying too hard. The staff were friendly, quick to engage, and kept things moving even with a steady crowd. Bonus: live local musicians doing a pick up session! Food and coffee both landed well. Vegetarian friendly, fresh, balanced, and clearly made with care. It's the kind of spot where you can settle in for a quiet hour, meet someone for a casual lunch, or for C&O cyclists, refuel with a solid drink and good service.

Loved it! The vibe is like no other, super chill in an old church with stained glass windows. Both…read morecontinuing to utilize, but with respect, this beautiful space. The biscuits and gravy are quite good, and the pricing is very reasonable. I was surprised the Mexican Coca-Cola was not cold, but they were kind to offer a cup of ice. The lemon meringue pie was fantastic, but it could always use more lemon. As were the chocolate twists, which were like twisted croissants. The prices are very reasonable! Be sure to tip, because even though you walk up the place you order, they do bring it to your table. With the good prices tipping makes perfect sense here. Comfortable chairs, chill vibe, 90s music, gorgeous bathrooms, and a selection of food, drink, and libations, I am very much a new fan.

Didn't enjoy the chocolate milkshakes (too liquidy, more like chocolate milk) but the ice cream was…read moregood. Our favorite flavor was the blackberry, second favorite pistachio. The cookie dough was just ok. Two scoops in a cup was about $8.50.

I have no idea how this place doesn't have 5 stars!!! Cool vibe!! Huge ice creams!! Amazing flavors…read moreand quality. Plus nice staff.

First- the inside is incredible. We have door dashed the…read moreDubai strawberries, but they have on a few occasions been out of them when we show up in person. On average, you wait about 15 minutes. I find the shakes to be a little expensive...

The ambiance is great. Love the decor however I have been here twice and there is just no flavor in…read morethe shakes. The concept is great but the shakes taste like sweet milk instead of what flavor you ordered. Service is a little slow and you don't actually talk to anyone that works there. You order on a machine and they call your name. Probably won't be back for a $14 pretty, but flavorless shake.

Battle Grounds Coffee is my go-to stop in Harpers Ferry, WV…read more Top-notch service--friendly and efficient. The food is fresh, creative, and genuinely good. The coffee is excellent, and they even serve ice cream. The vibe is lively, with free Wi-Fi, a small gift shop, and a patio with sturdy seating and great views. No knock on other spots, but I happily walk past ALL of them to come here. Highly recommend!

Delicious frozen custard! Friendly staff…read more What's not to like? I had the mint ice cream, which was loaded with delicious, decadent chocolate chunks. Husband loves and had, vanilla. The frozen custard was creamy and delicious. We would definitely recommend!

I love their cookies. A little expensive but so so worth it! I stop at the one in Frederick once a…read moreweek, after the gym

From the owner: We are a cookie delivery service located in Frederick, Maryland. We opened in August 2019 and hope…read moreto spread our fresh, warm cookies all across Frederick!

Bakehouse is hands down one of the best bakeries in Frederick. Everything is incredibly fresh,…read morebeautifully made, and absolutely delicious. You can really taste the quality in their breads and pastries -- flaky, buttery croissants, perfectly balanced sweets, and savory options that are just as impressive. Nothing feels mass-produced; it all tastes thoughtfully crafted and homemade. They open early and close once they sell out, which says a lot about how popular they are. If you want the best selection, definitely plan to arrive right when they open. Be prepared for a long line -- but don't let that discourage you. The line moves fairly quickly, and the quality is 100% worth the wait. The staff is friendly and efficient, even during busy times. Overall, an amazing local bakery that lives up to the hype. I'll definitely be coming back again and again!

Such a fun place! Love the concept of a rotating menu - check out their Instagram for the latest…read moreupdates on their stock and their monthly pastry! (sometimes if out of stock they'll close a bit early) I always love their everything bagel croissant, their sweet pastries are so good too they're so decadent and delish. I miss the spinach and artichoke croissant!! That was a special once and it was so so good. They'll have to bring it back sometime!! Line wraps around the creek so highly recommend getting there early if you're going on a weekend, or swing by on a weekday and grab your favorite treat. Will definitely be back!

I was craving a matcha crepe cake slice and Kyo came through! I had a matcha crepe slice, an Ube…read moretowel cake, and an matcha latte. While I haven't tried the towel cake yet, the crepe cake and matcha latte were delicious! I love that this place stays open till 10pm, I get cravings for sweet treats late and want something quick I can get. I'll definitely be back!!

Located in the Founder's Row complex, parking available on the street and the retail garage (will…read morevalidate for 2 hours). The matcha lattes are $9/10 but taste good. Staff was helpful in helping me order a non dairy option for my friend. The ice cream menu options looked tasty as well!

After visiting Mocatinas for dessert, my friends and I knew we had to try this place for our yearly…read morehigh tea/afternoon tea. This place is just stunning...the dining area, stairs with positive messages, the ordering/"shopping", even the bathroom! The service is just exceptional, above and beyond. It was a seameless process to make the reservation online and edit as needed. There were automatic emails and texts for the reservation confirmation and reminder. Each afternoon tea includes 2 pots of tea, 1 macaron/person, and additional bites (savory & sweet). Luckily, there were 2 of us, so we each ordered our own teas. I'm not sure how flexible they are if requesting additional tea pots for larger parties (max 8 people). The weekdays tea is $35/person, weekends $40/person (needs a reservation). There is an 18% gratuity to all the final bill regardless of the number of people in the party. I would highly recommend the Thai tea...I don't add any sugar or cream to my tea and it was still so tasty. I ordered the coconut macaron, which is the newest addition the the macaron family. Parking: there is parallel parking available in front of and around the establishment. There is also a parking garage roughly 1 block (walking distance), which is free on the weekends. If planning a visit on the weekdays, be sure to read the parking signs carefully. I would definitely return to try other items on their menu.

We stumbled upon this cute little store while walking in Leesburg…read more They have ice cream, macaroons and a few other sweets. The ice cream flavors were very unique which was a nice surprise. Towards the back of the store they have a lot of cute toys and accessories for kids. The store is very clean, pretty and well organized. The upstairs is reserved for birthday parties, there was one going on while we were there and it looked so fun! They kept bringing them the cutest trays of desserts and tea. Sitting inside is very limited, only a couple of tables but they also have a patio with more tables and chair and a play house for kids. The ice cream was very yummy and served very cute- with a purple cone and a macaroon! My girls thought this place was awesome.

This is the best bakery in the DMV. I have never gotten something I wasn't impressed with here. I…read moredon't know how the variety in menu continues to be evolving and delicious but that's the case here. The staff is warm, welcoming, and very kind. You leave with not only delicious food but a warm smile because of the genuine hospitality and enthusiasm of the people working there. The only negatives are the size of the store, the lack of a seating area, and its location. If you are looking for incredible cookies, cakes, pies, or anything baked and you are within a 2 hour drive (I've just stood in line with a couple who drove that far to get here) start heading over you won't be disappointed!

These pastries are insane!! We got the turkey, fig jam, and brie croix, Blackberry cruffin,…read moreStrawberry cheesecake danish, Raspberry jammy hands pie, and a Tiramiso tart. Everything was incredible but I am going to dream about that turkey, fig jam, and brie croix. This place is open Thu-Sat from 9:30am until sellout and I highly suggest you get there early because there is always a line and it gets long quick. We got there at 9:10am on a Friday and we were second in line. They have something different every week and different items not list each day. It's a small building, there is no seating.