One of the best bakery's in town! Owner is the friendliest and most accommodating. Can accommodate…read moregluten free and sugar free needs. And many more allergy or dietary needs. Who knew baked goods could be manipulated to not include your typical sugar and flour and still taste so good. Call in advance for your best options.

Charming coffee shop with character. When you walk in, there's a narrow pathway towards the counter…read moreto order. There's menus on the wall in the hallway and at the counter. Very accessible. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. They have really fun decor, good lighting, trinkets and gifts to purchase, and different little spots to dine in, e.g., a small couch area, traditional table seating, a seat/bench by the window, and outdoor patio seating. It provides both a small, intimate setting but also a lot of room and space for groups of 3-4. I'm from California and was visiting family for a bit. Wanted to find a local coffee shop to work from. We came here about 10 years ago. Super happy this coffee shop is still around. Still has really good character, warm vibe, and employees were super welcoming to us. Grabbed a cold brew with foam, a mango/pineapple smoothie, a cookie (they gave us a second because one accidentally broke, kind gesture), a blueberry muffin, and a carrot muffin. Everything was great. That carrot muffin was the bomb. The cold brew was really good too. Classic caffeine kick, bold flavor as usual, and can really taste the fruit notes. I came back the next day to work. It was busy but there's still room to dine in and the team still got through the orders efficiently. For how busy it was, I didn't wait too long to order and get what I needed. Definitely overstayed my time but really needed a nice spot to work from. There's a lot of seating inside and out, but it gets pretty packed during lunch time. Was willing to give up my seat if needed. The staff consistently cleaned tables and seats and kind enough to just allow me to work despite my long stay. I went back to order a chai latte and the bagel and lox. The chai is unsweetened so I added their chai syrup. If you want it sweeter, probably add a bit more. I didn't mind their chai as is. Still good and getting all the spice notes after a cold brew was refreshing. The bagel and lox was phenomenal. I had to be proper and eat it like a civilized adult human being... but would've totally devoured it in seconds with my bare fingers if I was in the privacy of my home. Would come back.

Taste Full Beans is a longstanding staple in the small but growing town of Hickory. It is located…read moredowntown so parking can be a miss on the weekends, but it should be fine on the weekdays. The coffee house itself is quite cozy and charming inside with a lot of warm lighting. A bit small inside, but there is some seating available. There are a lot of items on their menu, especially for the coffees and teas. I thought the service was friendly and efficient. I got the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and the Egg & Cheese Sandwich. I knew when I saw how pale the Vietnamese Iced Coffee looked that it was not going to be typical, haha. It definitely tastes sweeter than usual and not very strong at all, and the latter is what Vietnamese Iced Coffee is known for. I did not mind the sweeter taste too much although I wish it was a bit stronger and darker (in color). As for the Egg & Cheese Sandwich, I got it on a croissant which was flaky. While the eggs were quite fluffy, I felt like they needed some salt and pepper although perhaps I was supposed to add that on my own. I think I would rate Taste Full Beans a 3.75/5 stars if I could. The drink and food I got were just alright. I would come back and try the other items on their vast menu!

Great deals on box snack cakes. $1 per box. Also had the Pecan Twirls for a $1 box. Individual pies…read morewere a good deal.

We finally made it... and honestly, I think we deserve a medal…read more After multiple failed missions to visit this cinnamon bun place (closed... closed again... and somehow still closed ), we decided to try one more time as a birthday surprise for our daughter. Let me just say--the wait was so worth it, it almost feels like part of the experience now. Like a rite of passage. If you get in on your first try, are you even doing it right? From the moment we walked in, it was clear this wasn't just about cinnamon buns--it was an event. And then there's Wendy, the owner, who might actually be part pastry chef, part magician, part birthday fairy. She went out of her way to make our daughter feel special, and you could tell she genuinely loves what she does (and is really, really good at it). Now let's talk about the food... WOW. These are not your average cinnamon rolls. These are the kind that make you go silent mid-bite because your brain needs a second to process what just happened. Creative, over-the-top in the best way, and absolutely delicious. We tried a few different ones, and every single one felt like it was competing for "favorite child" status. By the end, we were full, happy, slightly covered in icing, and already talking about when we'd come back (and how many times we might have to try before catching them open again). 10/10 would stalk their hours and show up again. Totally worth it.

Stopped at their food truck when their came to Asheville. Staff was super nice!…read more Beware that these cinnamon rolls are SUPER sweet! A little too sweet for my personal preference but my roommate liked them! Very good flavor and large (they're pricy so make sense)!

Welcoming atmosphere. Rhonda was very friendly & helpful. She was the only one working at the time…read more Was constantly cleaning, taking orders. Kept a positive attitude. Very nice option. You pay per ounce. Self serve your ice cream, add toppings. Very nice variety of options, sprinkles, hot caramel, marshmallows, too many to mention. We had hot lattes but the have frappes as well. #cupnspoonmton

I happen to go on the day they had 5.00 fill up cups with a large variety of toppings. It is help…read moreyourself and weigh and pay normally so lucky me. Pre warning .. if you use your card, they charge an extra .50 cents . Limited staff.

As a sassy ex-NYCer, I've been angry about the lack of good yeast donuts in my area. We were headed…read moreto an event in Hickory and I of course stopped to see if I could find local good eats and Donut Life FIT THE BILL. Large, fluffy, incredible flavor-and such nice folks working there! The place itself is suited more for takeout but we snagged a table to snack. We got a plain glazed (delicious base, so fluffy and glaze that was perfectly applied), a pumpkin spice (not a hit you over the head spice-delicious!) and a pumpkin cream filled-omg this one. It was still a little warm! The donuts themselves were extremely light: as my husband said, pushed to the limits without collapsing. Worth the stop, get here early! Huge line by the time we left!

I would have minus stars if I could. FYI: if you want donuts…read moreDO NOT go to Donut Life. They do not open when they say. I called this morning at 7:30 after their specified listing of opening at 7 because they are never consistent with times. They told me they would open at 8:30. I specifically asked when they would have more than one type of donut and they say 9:30. I wait until 9:30 and guess what they were not open. SHOCKER. You might as well close down. You have run off all your customers and don't care what the customers say. I will NEVER go back again and I am sure other will not either. Customer service is everything and you can't keep lying to your loyal customers and expect them to stay.

A gem of a place in the quaint town of Spruce Pine. The…read morecoziest of spaces serving a range of coffee drinks, light bites and everything house made menu items. 'Twas so good, had to go back a second time for lunch. The warmest & kindest staff, always smiling while serving up some delicious delights. Tried as many menu items as I possible could. Wish I could try more... Monte Cristo Sandwich Made with the most incredible & unbelievable house made bread, served with house made jam. An absolute treat. Blueberry French toast Thick cuts of the same unbelievable house made bread cooked to perfection on the griddle. A delightful crispy crunch on top, soft & delicious on the inside. Egg Sandwich... with bacon Creamy scrambled eggs, thick cuts of bacon, cheese and the most incredible house made mayo aioli. Turkey Sandwich More of the same amazing house made bread & a generous amount of turkey cuts served with chips. Thank you to Fox & the Fig for such an amazing experience. Would happily made a return trip to Spruce Pine just to visit

A hidden gem in WNC!! Grateful to live in the area and can pop in anytime. They use fresh…read moreingredients and bake their own bagels and bread on site. Very friendly staff . Good vibes. I love the matcha lemonade too!!

Had breakfast at DT's. A warm inviting place for coffee, breakfast or lunch. They are more than…read morecoffee but less than a deli. A wonderful pastry selection. And every type of coffee you could ask for. We had Cinnamon Sugar French Toast and a latte and A Breakfast platter with scrambled eggs, sausage, grits and Sausage and gravy biscuit with Almond Joy Latte. You order at the counter and your food is brought to your table hot and delicious. The ladies working the coffee bar are friendly and patient as you try to order just 1 selection. So many good choices. Seating is open with tables for dining and chairs and couches for sipping a relaxing beverage. There is plenty of street parking spaces out front. While there the daily lunch sandwiches were being posted. Will try lunch tomorrow. I highly recommend.

I was pleased to find this coffee shop and cafe this morning right in the heart of downtown Spruce…read morePine. There was ample parking, an obvious entrance, and a very nice store presentation. My sausage biscuit and Blue Ridge blend coffee were superb. The service was great, and I loved the seating options and whole environment, too.