We always have to try a donut place out everywhere we go. Fortunately, there was only 1 donut place…read morehere in Cashiers, so we didn't have to choose. Sugar Cloud has a very attractive store front and the interior matches that. I love all the things they have displayed in the store with coffee and candy and other stuff for sale. The display of cupcake and brownies were very tempting, but I was focused on the donuts. The best pricing would be to get half a dozen or a dozen (buy 5 get 1 free). We only ended up getting 3. The donuts are large in size and they make their own dough daily. First one we tried was the filled chocolate buttercream. It was truly FILLED with chocolate buttercream. Every single bite had chocolate buttercream. It was definitely fresh and delicious. The Samoa and maple bacon did not disappoint either. Although they were good, I felt the pricing was a bit steep and they weren't he best donuts I've ever had. But it was worth the stop and the calories!

maybe an off day, but we stopped in and bought half a dozen donuts to enjoy same-day for breakfast,…read moreand the gluten was over-developed so the texture was awful. They were totally unenjoyable, and after ensuring it was all of the donuts - not just a single bad one - we ended up throwing them all away. unfortunately, we aren't local, so this is my first and last impression, and it was not possible to return and give this feedback in person. the people who worked there were very nice, the shop was clean and it's a very cute location.

Bracken is one our favorite small mountain town bakeries! They have a delicious variety of…read morepastries, croissants, breads, scones, cookies, pies, and more! You'll also find seasonal items that are reflective of the berries, apples, and fruits harvested in Western North Carolina throughout the year. They have an small staff that is usually very friendly and attentive. Whether you're in town for a weekend getaway or an extended period of time you'll feel like a local when you walk in. Make sure to check their hours and days to make sure they're open, as they are closed for a few days every week. So plan according! ; ) One of our favorite loyalty programs is their old school punch card for Lattes that seem to rotate flavors on a daily basis. After you get to 10 or so they'll give you a free one, which is a fun incentive in our family for sure! Guten Appetit!

We were walking around downtown Brevard and stopped by this small town bakery. We got a peach…read moredanish, peanut butter chocolate chip cookie, and treats for our pup. We enjoyed the peach danish, but the cookie left for more to be desired, just not something I would get again. Our dog loved his treats - but know they are definitely on the very hard and crunchy side if your dog is particular about their treats. I recommend if you are in the area by stopping by this cute bakery.

Here we go again!!! Another review spurred by a lovely Yelper liking my pictures. Thank you Rose…read moreD. For jarring my memory and giving me memories to fix not writing a great review for this place. We traveled to Brevard back in 2022 for one of our annual leaf viewing tours. Fun fact about Brevard! There are white squirrels everywhere. There are also regular brown squirrels too. My wife told me about this before we got here but it's strange, there are so many of them. One of the oddest things I find is that there are no mixed squirrels. Like kinda brown, or kinda white, it's either one or the other. They hang together, surely they get it on. What the hell is going on here?!?!? Where did they come from? Why haven't they spread to other areas?? Anyway.... About this bakery. We stopped by here a few times for meals and snacks. Most of it was just pretty good and nothing to really write home (lol) about. I did not know this at the time and did not truly savor the moment well enough. I had the absolute best pastry I have ever had in my life here. I often think back to it and when I see a similar looking pastry only to be let down when I try it. It was the scone to beat all other scones!!! So freaking good!! Orange Pistachio Coriander was the flavor and nothing will ever beat it I am afraid!! If you make it here, check out the white squirrels. There are even gift shops dedicated to them and I swear they have little signs all over town about them. Also.... Mantiques is right down the way. Great shopping!! '22 - I can't even remember, lol.

I really wanted to like Blue Ridge Bakery because the atmosphere has potential, but the service has…read morebeen a consistent issue for us. We've stopped in several times, usually early when it's quiet, and unfortunately the staff (with one exception) have been noticeably unfriendly--especially toward my kids. My boys are always polite and well-mannered, so it's frustrating to see them treated with impatience or attitude. There's just no excuse for adults to be dismissive or rude to children or any customers, especially in a place that serves families. That said, Matthew deserves recognition. He's always been welcoming, kind, and genuinely great with my boys. He sets the standard for what the customer experience should be. I hope management takes a closer look at how guests are being treated, because with better service, this place could easily be somewhere we'd visit regularly.

Great products! Great staff! Small store, big personality! I really like the key lime pie, and the…read moremacaroons. They have sugar free options, my dad liked the sugar free apple pie better than Barbers which is high praise.

What a precious bakery. We stopped by and had to give it a try. We took home an eclair and a couple…read morecupcakes. The lady working the front was so sweet and even had her baby in a carrier attached to her. It was the sweetest thing to see.

This place has top of the line baked goods and coffee in an environment that is quaint, welcoming…read moreand spacious. This is how coffee/cafe style restauranting should be done. Friendly and fast service, a variety of seating across several rooms of a large, older converted house, and good vibes all around. If you find yourself within driving distance of this place and you're in the market for exceptional espresso drinks, fresh and varied baked goods and a relaxing atmosphere, do yourself a favor and make your way to this spot. It's worth going a little out of the way for. Don't waste your time looking for a drive thru to get your caffeine. Come here to where they have the good stuff. You'll be glad you did. Plenty of parking, plenty of coffee/espresso drink options, professional baristas, and a solid selection of both sweet and savory munchies. What else do you even need? 5 stars all around.

What a cute coffee shop! Bent Willow Baking has great coffee and delicious baked goods. I stopped…read moreby for a quick coffee and bagel to go but could easily spend hours here. This is a great place to meet a friend or get lost in a book.

Cannot say enough good things about this bakery! We hosted a Girl Scout event here and the owner…read moreand team could not have been better! They were so sweet and patients with the girls. The shop is full of cupcakes, cookies, scones (sweet and savory), bars, whoopie pies - the list goes on! The girls made a bunch of different sweets - so far we tried the brownie and snickerdoodle cookie. Both were EXCELLENT . Excited to try apple cider donuts (in pic) next

Walk in the door and your senses are blasted with the smell of fresh baked goods displayed so…read moreinvitingly in an open kitchen setting where you can watch the yummiest sweets being prepared & baked. So many options including a large array of GF. I took home 4 GFs and 4 regular sweets and not 1 was a disappointment. The whole family raved. Super convenient location though I have passed by the area for 5 years and never noticed. Found the 5-star reviews on yelp and gave it a try. Owner/ baker takes great pride in this business.

Scrumptious is one word to describe Walnut Street Bakery and divine would be another!!! Each week…read morethey have different soft serve ice cream with unique flavors. Pictured below is a piece red velvet cake that was moist and magnificent!!

I have stopped here several times and I have tried something different every time. Can't go wrong…read morewith anything here.

when "Elvis" graces the bake shop, the donuts and pies are incredible ! My parents love the bear…read moreclaws but Im a die hard eclair fan. They also do an apple strudel thats by special order only thats worth every penny that our entire family loves.

Delicious apple danish, great local business with friendly staff. Be aware, they only take cash.read more

My husband and I stopped by twice when we were visiting Highlands and enjoyed it both times. I…read morealways make it a point to visit a local coffee shop when traveling and this one didn't disappoint. I ordered a mocha both times and my husband got the cold brew. Both were wonderful! Same goes for their breakfast sandwiches. I really enjoyed the sausage, egg, and cheddar croissant. We didn't have to wait very long either time we were there. It seemed that they weren't exceptionally busy around 8-9am during the week.

We were working in Highlands, and decided to get a coffee at Calders…read more They have a seating area in the back, but everyone seemed to prefer crowding into the front area. And there was a crowd when we arrived at around 11:30. We were able to get our order in fairly quickly, and waited near the pickup area, where they also have a good setup for adding sweeteners, etc. My only issue -- and it's a big one -- is that the cream I asked for was put into my espresso Cold. That took the temperature of the coffee down to tepid. Not good on a cold day when you're craving Hot Coffee.