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    Rao's Bakery

    3.5 (386 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    April 2025 specials - 4/22/2025
    Jessica A.

    Super impressed with my visit to Rao's. I was greeted promptly as I walked in the door. I stopped mid track as I was blown away by the amount of goodness that slapped me in the face upon entering. I didn't want to leave. However staying would not be good either. I did not taste any of the lunch items however the dishes did look incredible. If they taste as good as they look, that's a win. I was here for THE CAKE! And the cake did not disappoint. There's so much to choose. If you're looking for cakes, pies petite fours or cheesecake, go here! I'll be back that's for sure.

    Orange cranberry and blueberry cream cheese muffins. Two Mini Cinnamon Roll
    Ivan R.

    Quick visit to Rao's for a late breakfast. Danya was my server. She greeted me when I came in and provided outstanding service. I ordered two breakfast wraps and a cinnamon roll. Service was great, with minimal delay. They have cakes, pies, cookies etc. Their pimento cheese is fantastic, and so are their coffee drinks. Restrooms are always clean, and they have outdoor seating if you prefer.

    Keylime pie slice & Strawberry Macaroons
    Jamie M.

    Sticking to the baked goods next time. Perhaps an off day for them, or they just got clobbered by a lunch rush. The sit down area was dirty. A lot of patrons were coming in to snag pre ordered Kings Cakes that were taking up the back register and corner of the store. I opted to start with lunch a full chicken salad sandwich on a croissant with chips and fruit cup. Chicken salad was just ok. Them panini pressing the croissant with the innards just made it look pitiful. Perhaps that's my own misunderstanding; and the croissant was more of a finger bite size, not a full. Again maybe user confusion. The chips were bottom of the bag, I have kids there is no hiding when this happens someone always isn't happy to receive them. I got a piece of key lime pie to go and some strawberry macaroons for my daughter (2 for $5). I'm a pie snob and this missed the mark on my favorite. It was very dense.

    Tea Choices
    Vikki H.

    I have driven by this place many times but never tried it. Also didn't know it's a bakery where I could sit in, order something, and enjoy there. That was good to know. The place was nice, clean, and pretty spacious. I came for a breakfast meet up so thought the place was fitting for that. Food-wise, I'm a tea drinker so was pleasantly surprised by their tea offerings. See photo. Usually, I would order a baked good or two to try but am doing a sugar detox/healthy thing right now so I opted for something more in line with that. The choice I went with was a whole wheat wrap and asked them to just make it with eggs and chicken. That's a huge plus for me to get something with that much protein. It came with a tomato salsa and thought everything tasted great together. Overall I enjoyed my experience and would like to come back and try their baked goods when I can have sugar again.

    Cooks
    Latreca W.

    The chicken salad at Rao's was fresh, clean and really good. However, I ordered the sugar cookies. I asked for them to give me individually wrapped cookies as I do not want them to stick together. They did not and the cookies were stacked on top each other and the frosting came off of some...melted on the back of others and the color was off. I think this is lazy of Rao's some pastries must be separate, individually wrapped or packed in a box different. This was lazy presentation and they need to change this because I for one could not give these unflavored bricks away. Wasted my money. Other than that, the I will continue to frequent Roa's because it is a nice place.

    Half Sandwich
    Jasmine N.

    Better service today! Also ordered a cake for my birthday in September. My mom and I were craving a sandwich but didn't want to find a Jimmy John's so I suggested Rao's and glad we came. We've been coming here since I can remember. The ambiance is usually pretty friendly. If you're hungry or have a sweet tooth- this place covers it!

    A little taste of their bakery
    Larry F.

    Rao's is a beloved community staple off Cypresswood, and for good reason. With its welcoming ambience, cozy atmosphere, and bold coffee, it's a local favorite that consistently draws me back. I usually come in focused on my morning coffee--especially their exclusive, robust 1941 Anniversary Blend--but their tempting pastry case makes discipline challenging, especially when I'm trying intermittent fasting. I'll admit, their chocolate chip cookies are dangerously good--perfectly sweet, chewy, and irresistible. And truthfully, there are mornings when the enticing aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wins me over, ending my fast a bit prematurely. Worth it? Absolutely. If you're looking for a reliable coffee spot, have a sweet tooth that refuses to be ignored, or just want an inviting place for your weekly gatherings, Rao's Bakery, Coffee, and Cafe is absolutely worth visiting. Now, back to enjoying my coffee--it's exactly the bold kick-start my morning needed.

    Cinnamon rolls
    Tara T.

    I had a great experience at this bakery. The service was great, my pecan cinnamon roll was amazing and my cappuccino was perfect. I'm visiting from Philadelphia and wanted to try some local spots. I'll definitely be returning.

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    There are no outlets for charging laptop/phones but has Wi-Fi & the chai gelato is GOATED

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    The coffee and pastries are the best! I have been here at least two times and will come for more!!

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    Love coming here to do work! Only a few outlets so you have to claim your spot. Plenty of parking. I love the affogato!

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    Love this place! Try the layered strawberry (I don't know if they're shortcakes or Napoleons but you can't miss them!!!!

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    Golden Roastery

    4.3(33 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    The service is always friendly. This place has amazing selection of chocolates, gift baskets,…read moremiddle eastern sweets, Turkish delight, kabob platters, and drink selection. The vibe is very chill and it's pretty inside.

    After a short trip overseas, I came home longing for the taste of baklava again... and somehow that…read morecraving led me right into Golden Roastery. First impression: my eyes were HUGE and so were the selections. There is A LOT to take in here! Pastries, cakes, chocolates, treats I recognized from my trip, new things I had never tried before and then I spotted the Freez sodas. OMMMMG. If you know, you know. We grabbed the Pineapple Coconut and Blue Hawaii Tropical Fruits, and seeing those bottles again made me way too happy. The staff were kind while I asked approximately 72 questions and tried to figure out what all we wanted to take home. There are so many pastries and sweets behind the counter that one visit honestly isn't enough. I think you need at least three trips one for your favorites, one to experiment, and another because you realized what you forgot the first two times. Now my search continues for somewhere that sells the fruit cream in the pack of three instead of individually. Golden Roastery didn't end that mission for me, but that's okay...that day will come!Until then, I definitely found a spot to satisfy some of those overseas cravings without needing another passport stamp.

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    Must Go Coffee

    4.3(89 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    I had a Toffee Crunch Latte and a Pistachio Baklava. Both were delicious…read more The latte had a nice coffee fla or but I could still taste the espresso flavor. The baklava was sweet as it should be. The sweet syrup soaking the bottom of the nut and Pistachio crust was really light and tasty. The phyllo was very flaky and tasty. I ate in the shop so I got to enjoy the real ceramic mug, saucer, plate and metal flatware. Very nice touches to reward you for staying in the shop. The jazz music was a nice volume and pleasant. The staff was very nice. The barista suggested the latte and the other staff delivered the latte and pastry to me where I was seated. Also, a nice touch. Overall, excellent experience!

    I've been here a handful of times, but I feel the drinks are not as consistent as I'd like. I've…read moreordered the Wild Pistachio Latte about four times, and it hasn't been as good as the first time I tried it. On one occasion, I also had a not-so-great experience. I understood they were having power issues and were operating on a generator. Their tablet system appeared to be working, as I could see my order while placing it. I was making a large order for my coworkers and needed an itemized receipt. When I asked for one, I was told they couldn't provide it due to the power outage. I then asked if they could pull up my order on the tablet so I could take a photo of it, and I was told "yes, one second." However, after my order was ready and I followed up, the staff member seemed irritated and repeated that they couldn't provide a receipt because of the power issue. I clarified that I only needed to take a picture of the order on the screen, which I thought we had already agreed on. I also didn't realize that every add-on they offer comes with an extra charge. For example, when asked what kind of milk I wanted, it wasn't mentioned that 2% milk (which is typically the default) had an upcharge. Additionally, when a soft top was offered for an iced drink, it wasn't disclosed that it was a $1.50 extra charge. This was frustrating, as these add-ons were suggested by staff without clarifying the additional cost. While the issue was eventually resolved, I left feeling unhappy with the overall experience. I did return once afterward, but between the inconsistent beverages and the lack of transparency around pricing, I don't think I'll be coming back.

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    Kafeina Kafe

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    4.9(71 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    What a great place. Super super friendly and cares about the customers. It is very refreshing to go…read moreto a restaurant and be treated with such care. The owner and employees really care about your experience and the quality of coffee, food and service. Highly recommend this place!

    Really cute coffee shop in Spring! Drive by this place many…read moretimes and finally decided to give it a try. I was recovering from a cold so I decided to order a hot herbal tea and was happy to see that they had such a huge selection of loose leaf teas to choose from. My friend also got one of their lattes and we couldn't resist getting a tiramisu before leaving. Overall, we liked everything and I think this place is worth a visit for that Kafeina latte. - Kafeina Latte (4/5): The lady told us that this latte was half white chocolate and half pistachio and we could definitely tastes both flavors. I really liked how they put a lot of pistachio pieces in the drink, giving it a crunchy texture. This drink is definitely on the sweeter side though, so keep that in mind. - Nutty Almond Cream Cinnamon Herbal Tea (4/5): I was very happy with the flavor of this tea. Like the name suggest, it tasted very almond-y and had a good amount of cinnamon flavored. There was also a tangy fruity flavor that followed and reminded me of spiced cider. - Tiramisu (4.5/5): I was really impressed with their tiramisu. The mascarpone layer was very nice and custardy, yet felt so light and refreshing. I also loved how strong the coffee flavor was which helped balance out the dessert and made it not too sweet. Service/Ambiance: Upon entering, I was really surprised by how pretty the interior was with the mixture of gold and wood. I'm not sure how pack this place usually gets because I came at an off time ( like 1 pm), but they had a good amount of tables and seating available. I did see a handful of people studying, so I think this would be a good quiet study spot.

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    Almond croissant & kafeina ice latte extremely

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    4 Brothers NY Bagels - veggie bagel

    4 Brothers NY Bagels

    4.5(129 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Always get good breakfast sandwich when I come to town! Never disappoints and always freshread more

    I rarely write a review when I'm this thoroughly disappointed, but this experience was bad enough…read morethat I want other customers to be aware. While this news door dash this really shows the level of customer service. I placed an order around 10:00 a.m. for 3 breakfast bagel sandwiches, a half-dozen bagels, and a cookie. It wasn't until roughly 10:45 that I received a message saying the bagel flavor I selected was unavailable. No big deal at all -- I responded immediately and said everything bagels would be great. Then... nothing. Two separate DoorDash drivers went to the restaurant and waited for the order. It still wasn't ready, and we received no meaningful update explaining what was happening. Finally, at around 12:30 p.m., more than two hours after we ordered breakfast, the delivery arrived with only the cookie. No breakfast sandwiches. No half-dozen bagels. Just a cookie. The most frustrating part wasn't even that the food didn't arrive. Restaurants get busy. Items sell out. Mistakes happen. The problem was the complete lack of communication. If someone had simply said, "We can't fulfill this order," we could have cancelled and ordered breakfast somewhere else. Instead, we waited for more than two hours and ended up without breakfast. Other reviewers may love the bagels, but unfortunately I never really got the opportunity to find out. For a first experience, this was a pretty telling example of the customer service, and there are too many other bagel shops in the area for me to risk repeating it.

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    PJ's Coffee - PJ's Granita with whip cream

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    4.0(46 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I had always heard great things about PJ's Coffee, especially after attending college in New…read moreOrleans, but I didn't visit one until later in adulthood--when coffee became much more necessary! The location was clean, bright, and very welcoming. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful in explaining the menu. I ordered the King Cake coffee with an extra shot of espresso because I needed the boost that day, along with a chocolate muffin for my stepson. We truly enjoyed our visit. The flavors and atmosphere made me feel like I was back in my second home of New Orleans, which made the experience even more special. I'll definitely be returning!

    When the calendar aligns with Mardi Gras, it's the perfect excuse to get some seasonal goodness…read more Based on a friend's recommendation, I went to PJ's for King Cake. She grew up in Louisiana so I took her recommendation to heart. When I went to place my order, I was asked if I wanted traditional cheesecake or cream cheese. Those that know me know that I can't handle the stress of such a complicated question so I ordered one of each. Now, these things aren't cheap, but don't let that deter you...read on... When I placed my ordered the nice lady at the counter told me that they weren't fully ready and that she needed to step to the back to decorate them. Wowee! Fresh Kind Cake. After a 10 minute or so wait, they both came out. I took them home and busted open the boxes. After a few sinful bites of each one, I felt sick from the sugar -- but I knew what I was in for. I at some more, haha. In the end, I preferred the traditional cake over the cream cheese. As I look back, I remember seeing advertisement for Mardi Gras drinks. One of those lattes sounds amazing. Will have to go back for one. Oh, and sorry for not posting pics of the King Cakes. I meant to. By time I regained control after getting my munch on, I wasn't proud of the way the cakes looked. I will have to go back and order a fresh cake and share a picture on my next visit. Go check this place out if you haven't. Also, if you're a Mardi Gras fan, you have your little corner of Louisiana on Cypresswood and Stuebner Airline. Bon appetite.

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