Follow the cute balloon-festooned signs and you will find your way to the…read morepretty pink palace of pastries and peace.  All this to say that Mocatinas is a very cute place to enjoy a relaxing pot of tea and some delightful little bites.  You can't help but be cheered by all the pastel colors, flowers and inspirational messages that don each riser of the staircase as you enter inside.  Then there is the very happy sight of the brightly lit display case full of very colorful and very yummy looking macarons and pastries.  Not to mention the ice creams,  The afternoon we went we ordered tea and a small selection of a scone, a cucumber sandwich and three of the macarons  (it was very hard to choose!)  Everything was fresh and flavorful.  If you want to enjoy the warm weather, there is also outside seating to the side of the café but I would miss all the joyful pink inside.  It was such a cheerful and delicious respite.  Can't wait to be in the neighborhood and go again.

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.

The pies were 10 out of 10!!!! I traveled from NYC and decided to try the Pecan and Strawberry…read moreRhubarb pies, and my only regret is that I didn't get more! Both pies tasted incredibly fresh. I also loved that all of the ingredients are clearly listed--simple, fresh ingredients with no preservatives. The shop itself is small and cute and seemed to be run by a mom and daughter. They were so sweet and even opened the door for me after they had already closed for the day! Amazing pies, great service, and definitely worth the trip. I'll absolutely be back--and next time I'm getting more!

Great shop for pies with a galore of slices to choose from! There are over a dozen varieties of…read morewhole and slices, refrigerated and non-refrigerated in addition to cookies and other baked goods. The cute little shop is tucked off the highway, next to "More Better Food" restaurant. The Almond Amaretto slice was fun to try and reminded me of a Christmas almond cookie while my daughter and husband enjoyed a slice of Apple Pie. The Lemon Bar was flavorful mix of sweet, tangy, and tart. I wish there was a bit more raspberry jam filling in the Linzer cookie, it was a bit dry. Stop by to grab a slice or two!

This bakery has been on my list for quite sometime. Well, I didn't realize it was in the same…read moreshopping center as $7 gyro! It was getting close to their closing so we popped in before we had our late lunch. I'd heard about their famous croissants and breakfast items but they were gone. They did have a nice selection of cookies and desserts. What caught our eye was the bread! Just a f ew items left so we snagged a regular sourdough. Staff was friendly and offered to slice our fresh sourdough bread. It felt so fresh just squeezing it through the bag. They are a small bakery with lots of parking out front. They also sell fresh croutons and other bagged bread.

Great bakery Not many real bakeries left now days…read moreHuge croissants fresh Baguette has perfect crust and interior Overall couldn't recommend it more

This place was so incredibly disappointing. My husband got the breakfast pizza and I got the…read morefarmers veggie pizza. First, the eggs on the breakfast pizza were burnt. My veggie pizza only had zucchini, no other veggies. The toppings slid off both. Neither pizza was good. There were no plates, glassware or silverware. Everything came in boxes and you had to collect your own food when it was ready. But, that didn't stop them from asking for an $8 tip on a $4O lunch, which I declined. I'm sure there are better options elsewhere.

I've been coming to this coffee and bakery shop in downtown Leesburg, VA for years, and it…read morecontinues to be one of my favorite local spots. The farm‑to‑table food is consistently high‑quality, the employees are friendly, and the whole place has such a charming, cozy ambiance. It's truly one of the cutest spaces in town. The food is on the pricier side, but honestly, everything is these days and the quality here usually makes it worth it. They offer both indoor and outdoor dining, which I've always appreciated. My only real concern is the current indoor seating setup. The dining area is now limited to one very small room inside the house with tightly packed tables, and it's noticeably uncomfortable compared to how it used to be. In the past, seating was spread throughout the connected house on the property, which made the experience feel relaxed and welcoming. Now, most of those rooms seem to be used for gift‑shop retail space instead. While the shop is lovely, I can't help but feel that expanding indoor dining again would serve customers and the business far better than the retail rooms. People who buy high‑quality, fairly pricey food want a comfortable place to sit and enjoy it. I truly love this place and hope they consider bringing back more indoor seating. It's a gem in Leesburg, and with a few adjustments, it could be even better.

Hidden gem is what comes to mind. The only downside is this place is tucked away and impossible to…read morefind if you don't go looking for it. Food was amazing. I wish they'd put more meat in their sandwhiches, but the quiche brought a smile to my father's face so it made up for it. The coffee was amazing too. If I could leave one critique, It's just to put a bit more In your sandwhiches. I had the Tuscan chicken and it tasted amazing, but the chicken was a thin slice. Not super filling.

I had the Herb chicken salad on spicy ciabatta which was..surprisingly bland. I was expecting…read moreseasoned chicken, but perhaps they forgot or were in a rush when making it. The sandwich was at least overflowing and the bread tasty, sort of a cheddar jalapeño bread but..something was definitely missing in the chicken. At least it was reasonably priced at $9.50 but they will nickel and dime for anything else on it. The kids menu is Expensive! For the price of a PB&J, you could buy a loaf of bread, a jar of peanut butter, and a jar of jelly and make 10 of them. I think they tried to price kids items like adult meals. It was crowded at lunch time, some inside seating, looked like more outside. Parking is in a lot nearby but can fill up. Plenty of drinks and such. Kind of an ordinary deli with comparatively good prices for adult meals when held up against other places in the area.

Really lovely cafe, visited on a Sunday morning. Had a little trouble figuring out parking but…read morethere's a public parking lot up on the hill. Tried the drip coffee with steamed half and half and the breakfast tacos. The tacos were delicious and fresh, coffee nice and strong. Would definitely come back when I'm in the area

For some reason, I associated Leesburg as a rural area with not much going on. This fancy coffee…read moreshop was an unexpected surprise. W&OD trail is a few feet away you can see the sign from the cafe. The interior was quite hipster. A good amount of seats inside and outside. The place was crowded in the morning but they had enough staff take care of people. I got my cortado in like 2 minutes despite the amount of people in line. They work fast. The cortado I got was okay. It's not something I'd drive to Leesburg for. My friend said the matcha latte is good. The breakfast other people were having looked great. Parking wasn't easy. I had to get past all the new apartment buildings and park at Market Station and walked a block. The bouquet of flowers here look very unique.

ABSOLUTE PERFECTION my favorite flavor is party cake…read morethe people who work there are always so sweet and and funny and the results are always great (if you ask for sprinkles you WILL get sprinkles it's so great)

Great serve good soft serve but not great. The flavor is ok but felt like something was missing…read more Glad I tried but there are other soft serves in Leesburg I prefer. Parking is a pain as well.

Hole in the wall. U would miss it if you dont read the signs. Slow service given there is only 1…read moreperson doing everything behind the counter. If you are in a rush then this might not be for you. I was disappointed that there weren't that many plants. Did i miss it?

This is one of my favorite local cafes! The plants available for purchase give this spot a…read moredistinctive character, and a refreshing natural vibe that's immediately noticeable. They've got really good espresso drinks, and some house-made syrups recently added to their menu. Good matcha and fresh pastries, as well as some tea options give you plenty to choose from. House Blend whole bean coffee available to take home is very good. Parking in the town garage across the street, with a shortcut via path to the cafe if you can find it. Free WiFi and comfortable seating help make this Loudoun's best-kept secret on the cafe circuit! There's even a hidden, tree-shaded patio out back - just ask the barista. IYKYK

Took a matcha class here with friends and it exceeded our expectations. We got to try four…read moredifferent matcha preparations; starting with matcha and water, the traditional way it's enjoyed in Japan and China, then matcha with coconut water, and a jasmine milk tea made with their homemade jasmine syrup (which the owner is working on bottling to sell, hope it happens soon, it was delicious!!!). They also had an osmanthus flower drink and a signature drink with grapes that was very tasty as well. The hands on part was my favorite. They walked us through how to properly whisk our own matcha and let us practice the technique ourselves. On top of that, we got to sample a variety of their teas throughout the class. The owner clearly knows their craft. Their in-store matcha has actually won awards, and you can taste the quality difference. The space itself is beautifully curated too, with a whole shelf of adorable teaware and gifts to buy afterward. Such a fun, educational experience for a group. Highly recommend if you want to actually learn about matcha rather than just drink it!!!

Cute store and lots of novelty tea goodies. Love the variety of teas being sold as well as packaged…read moreor loose leaf teas. There are also a bunch of tea accessories which I find very adorable however could be a bit pricey. The drink selection is pretty big. The drink I got however wasn't my favorite. I got the lime guava strawberry oolong. When I tasted the sample it was very yummy. However when I ordered it the drink came with so much stuff inside, it made the drink experience kinda disappointing. The sample was strained so I didn't think the drink was going to have guava seeds inside of it. While drinking it the seeds were impossible to ignore as they were hard and small. It's like a choking hazard really. I wish they had strained it before serving. So just be warned about some of the drinks you order.

Buford's Biscuits absolutely lives up to the hype. If you're a biscuit lover, this place deserves a…read morespot on your must-visit list. We stopped in on a Friday morning and were pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was. We were seated immediately, which gave us a chance to take in the restaurant's charming farmhouse aesthetic. With its high ceilings and rustic décor, it feels like a modern take on an old country farmhouse that's warm and inviting without feeling overdone. As an unexpected bonus, we happened to visit during Restaurant Week, and the special was an incredible value. It included a Buff-Mosa, deviled eggs, and the Low Country Biscuit. My wife ordered the Southern Philly, so we ended up sampling a little of everything. The Buff-Mosa was a refreshing way to start the meal. Made with Blue Ridge Vodka, Cava, and strawberry-watermelon juice, it was light, crisp, and not overly sweet. The deviled eggs were topped with bacon jam, which added a nice savory touch. They had a bit more mustard and horseradish kick than I'm accustomed to, but they were still delicious and packed with flavor. The real star, though, was the Low Country Biscuit. It was absolutely enormous, stacked with perfectly fried chicken, chunky pimento cheese, and hot honey. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the combination of the rich pimento cheese with the sweet heat of the hot honey was outstanding. The honey added just enough spice to complement the sandwich without overpowering the other flavors. I also tried a bite of my wife's Southern Philly, and it was fantastic. It's a creative Southern spin on a classic Philly cheesesteak and one that's definitely worth ordering. Service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. One fun detail I really appreciated was that the check is presented inside a book, a small touch that fits perfectly with the restaurant's farmhouse theme. Between the outstanding biscuits, generous portions, creative menu, and excellent service, Buford's Biscuits delivered a fantastic breakfast experience. There are still plenty of menu items I'd love to try, so we'll definitely be back.

We were greeted warmly as we walked through the door. The hostess seated us immediately and the…read morewaitress came over right away. However, the waitress walked up to our table sniffling and wiping her nose. The last thing you want to see is a sick server helping you. And I don't know if it's because she was a little sick but she was not friendly. I asked my companion if he thought she seemed unfriendly and he agreed. And although our food came out looking really good, we chatted about how our dishes tasted, and both of us were kind of lukewarm about them. It felt like each dish was relying too much on what went on the biscuit for flavor and the biscuit itself was bland. That was really surprising since that's the entire theme of the restaurant. I don't know if it was an off day and they forgot to add salt or something, but even the leftover biscuit that I had the next day was bland after the second try with it. A colleague had actually recommended this spot to me so I was overall surprised by our visit. I'm not sure if we'd give it another try.