Run don't walk! Where has this place been all my life? Very sweet lady helped me, gave me a sample,…read moreand a smile. Their desserts are phenomenal! Lemon pound cake to die for. The star? That sweet potato cheesecake with a Charleston Chewy crust! OMG! And the portions are huge! I'll be back and can't wait to order full cakes for holidays!

I was visiting from California and was on a mission to find Charleston chewie. I saw online that…read moreLew's had it so we drove all the way out there on 7/4. Happily they were open. The lady was super friendly and helpful. She offered us samples of the Charleston chewie and gave recommendations about local restaurants. She even helped us to find Huguenot torte (which was another one of my quests). We bought all three flavors, plus their chewie cheesecake, plus a banana pudding (which did live up to its hype of being called liquid gold). This is a must try if you are into unique local desserts.

Silk Road Bakery is amazing. The husband and wife who run the show are wonderful people and are…read moregreat at what they do. We got our wedding cake from Silk Road. Their honey cake was the only cake my husband wanted for our wedding. We tried so many other cakes but no other would do. So much so that I drove it from North Charleston to Clover, SC so we could have it for our big day (over 3 hours). The cake was beautifully done with very realistic sugar flowers making the shape of a heart with two swans in the center and pearls throughout. The cake was amazing. We had so many of our guests say it was the best wedding cake they ever had and so many asking where they could get their hands on this cake. The amount of people who had 2-3 slices of cake because they loved it so much was great. I could not recommend enough. They were extremely communicative and even sent pictures as the cake was in the different stages of being completed. If i could rate higher than 5 stars, I would easily. *I will post photos once I get them back from our photographer!*

We were in the area and looking for a nice place to stop for a coffee and a dessert. We didn't…read morerealize that this bakery was housed in an industrial kitchen, with other vendors. If it was advertised as such, I certainly missed it. There is only pick up / take out available. That being said, we had read a review about their honey cake, so I grabbed a piece out of the cooler to take home. It did not disappoint! It was very tasty! So, if you are looking to pick up some desserts or anything else from any of the other vendors there, it's a good place to go and support local businesses. But if you're looking for a sitdown coffee shop, this is not it.

Annie Mae's After Hours is a newcomer to Charleston's happy hour and light-bite evening scene, but…read moreit's definitely one you'll want to check out quickly. Think Parisian café vibes with a distinctly Charleston twist--innovative small plates, a fabulous and creative drink program, great music, and an atmosphere that immediately sets the mood. Start with the fun and refreshing Watermelon Sour, made with half vermouth and half pure watermelon juice. There's also a variety of interesting spritzes and a solid wines-by-the-glass list. And don't miss happy hour from 4-6 p.m., when select spritzes and wines are just $9. On a Friday evening, we walked in and started with an incredible plate of mushrooms with sherry beurre blanc, phyllo, toasted walnuts, thyme, and cipollini onions. Then came the now-viral Potato Chip Tower, served on a two-tiered silver tray piled with russet potato chips, Manchego, prosciutto, pepperoncini, olives, and Parmesan. It's every bit as fun as it sounds. Another standout was the citrus-roasted carrots with cumin oil, crème fraîche, avocado, sunflower seeds, roasted red pepper-pecan spread, and local sprouts. Every plate feels thoughtfully composed and made with incredibly fresh ingredients. And save room for dessert. There's always something decadent--think homemade tiramisu, pumpkin spice brûlée, or a great slice of cake or pie. Don't count the calories. Just go for it. Jason and Annie have truly created something special on the corner of Cannon & St. Philip. Great food, creative drinks, music, atmosphere--it all works. For now, Annie Mae's After Hours is open Friday and Saturday evenings from 4-9 p.m., with plans to add more nights in the future. Get there before everyone else figures it out--we'll definitely be back.

Absolutely blown away by this darling bake shop!! It's nearby King street and has a very charming…read moreentrance and decor. You order at counter, and service is quick. The chicken salad sandwiches were so soft and delicious. We enjoyed the carrot cake which was also so amazing. Their bakery case is full of other amazingly delicious items. Counting down the days until I come back!

My family was craving ice cream, but we wanted to have the option of dairy free for me as well!…read morePhils did not disappoint! We liked it so much we brought family from out of town the next week! We will be back! The staff was super kind!

This place promises the style of ice cream in New Zealand, where mildly flavored cream is mixed…read morewith frozen fruit in front of you. They delivered that. I found the fruit flavor came through strongly, but the ice cream had an odd aftertaste that didn't work for me. The price was high for a straightforward dessert. They say they use a high quality local dairy; I had hoped they would actually use imported New Zealand milk but that may be too much to ask for. I know what ice cream tastes like from those NZ places, and this place was not that, but I'm sure there are still fun times to be had.

Came for ice cream and soft serve was really good and tasted homemade. The lady was super friendly…read moreas well. The front wasn't super inviting seems more like a hole in the wall spot. Still recommend for ice cream and the baked goods looked delicious

A new little gem on D Rd! And a much needed addition! Lower D Rd really needed an ice cream shop…read moreand a bakery and this is all in one! They serve soft serve ice cream, pastries and sweet treats, flan, smoothies, and coffee. We had their pastries on Christmas morning for breakfast and they were fantastic. Today we went in to try ice cream this time since our neighbors raved about it. Unfortunately they weren't finished making the new batch of ice cream when we arrived, but the ladies there were so sweet and kindly gave my daughter a free cupcake. Don't judge a book by its cover. The plaza it's in is older, but the inside is brand new and gives Barbie Land meets Candy Land. It's adorable, and my daughter's eyes lit up when we opened the door. Don't sleep on it!

I've never had a bad experience at Cakette! Even when she was only doing pop-ups. If you haven't…read moremade it over, do yourself a favor and go! (And get there early!) The chocolate chip banana muffins are my favorite thing. Everything in the shop is phenomenal but I dream about these muffins. My daughter always gets a cookie and has never been disappointed in any flavor she had. The coffee drinks are delicious as well. It's the perfect weekend morning treat. Being right in Park Circle is nice as well because I can walk there.

This place is SO cute and I wanted to love it but unfortunately, that did not happen…read more.. I got some kind of a raspberry donut/tart type of item. It was heavy, dry, crumbly and only had one bite of the raspberry flavor in the middle. I did not like it and hate to say I threw most of it away. Do what you will with this information ;)

The food here is good, and unfortunately, that is the only reason I can give this place two stars…read more If you order online and simply pick up your food, you may have a better experience. However, the customer service during our visit was extremely disappointing. We asked for help with the menu because we were unsure which items were vegan. Instead of helping us, the staff member responded dismissively and did not offer any useful explanation or recommendations. I ordered a hot matcha latte, which took at least twenty minutes to prepare. We also politely asked whether they had a packet of sugar and were rudely told that they were "not a coffee shop" and that we could go to the neighboring business if we wanted sugar. The response was unnecessarily rude and completely unprofessional. The music also did not create the calm, relaxing atmosphere that you would normally expect from a bakery, so it was not a particularly pleasant place to sit. Considering the service we received, I would recommend visiting one of the neighboring businesses instead. I would not return and cannot recommend this place to others.

We started going to the Sea Island Farmers Market and tried Mae's delicious baked goods and we were…read morenot disappointed at all! We've tried the breads, muffins and cookies! All very excellent with our morning coffee. Yesterday we bought a slice of blueberry buckle and it was absolutely heaven in our mouth! We look forward to Mae's every 2 weeks when we go to the market and always come away with joy from Lily Mae and yummy treats. She is such a friendly and warm lady to talk to. We are looking forward to going to the cafe soon.

We ordered the Cookies and Cream and Salted Caramel Pecan gelato in a cup, and both were decadent!…read moreThe Salted Caramel Pecan was my favorite, with large, flavorful pecan chunks. Marion was so lovely and shared that she learned to make gelato in San Clemente, CA. A cute little shop with a friendly, personable staff. Wishing her continued success! We will be back

Our visit to Marion's Gelato was absolutely fabulous! I tried three flavors--praline caramel, dark…read morechocolate, and coffee--and each one was rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. My husband ordered the tiramisu gelato served over a square of tiramisu cake, and it was pure yummo. Absolutely delicious! Marion herself is a true delight and clearly passionate about quality. I love that she focuses on wholesome ingredients, avoiding chemicals and unnecessary additives--you can truly taste the difference. This will definitely be a regular stop whenever we're visiting our son in Mount Pleasant. It's more than worth the drive from Johns Island. Highly recommend to anyone who loves exceptional gelato and warm, personal service! Chat with Marion too, she takes great pride in bringing exceptional product for reasonable prices. She is so charming and will brighten your day. So happy we gave this a try! Closed Mondays, ample parking and conveniently located near Costco.