They don't accept inKind payment or don't know how to use it. Alright bakery--can't say much about it. I got their coffee and it was kind of just standard. That being said it is super close to work and very convenient for me to get my caffeine fix. read more

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Don't buy their CELEBRATION CAKE!!! This is not a cake -- it's whipped cream with a thin suggestion of cake. For $14, this feels like a rip-off. Unfortunately, this isn't the first time we've experienced this, which makes it even more disappointing. Quality and honesty matter. If the product is mostly whipped cream, customers should be told upfront. Otherwise, it feels like taking advantage of people. We won't be coming back. read more

A cute little coffee shop and bakery right next to a restaurant called Ted's Bulletin. It might even be a part of the restaurant (not completely sure, though), because you can go between the two places from the inside. Anyway, I had a chai tea latte, which was great. The staff were friendly as well. Nice little spot overall for a quick drink or pastry. read more

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I ordered a hot tea and a sidekick mini breakfast sandwich for pick up. I got the text saying the food was ready for pickup, and about 5 mins later I arrived to pickup. The worker at the front was caught off guard and asked "just a tea, right?" So I had to pull up my order so he could see what I paid for. Neither the sandwich nor the tea were ready even though I had gotten a text a few minutes early that it was all ready? Anyway, I waited about 5 more minutes, and was served the hot water with its tea bag and the sandwich, which was somehow completely cold when I bit into it 15 seconds after receiving it ? Usually I like Sidekick for a quick and easy tea and breakfast, but was a bit disappointed today. read more

I love the coffee and pastries, but today I got the strawberry matcha and was extremely disappointed. They use sweet cream instead of milk in the latte, so I asked for milk. That wasn't the problem. The matcha is prewhisked and they only add one shot. I was basically drinking very light green milk over ice. read more

This Sidekick Bakery makes the BEST drinks....My "go to" drink order here is a, 16oz, dirty chai tea latte with sugar free vanilla, oat milk and kids temp...try it! Won't be disappointed. And of course, their pastries are baked fresh and to perfection every time. read more

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This place is a bakery with a twist. They do prepare traditional baked goods however it seems the majority of their featured baked good are novelty recipes. On this occasion I ordered the Strawberry Shortcake Snowdays and was disappointed by it. In essence what I thought I was ordering was soft served ice cream with some semblance of strawberry shortcake pieces or slices mixed into it however what I received was a cup of soft served ice cream with a baked tart inserted in it. A strawberry Ted's Tart to be exact. It wasn't a bad treat as much as it was a disappointment in that it wasn't even close to a strawberry shortcake ice cream in flavor or texture. In fact it was quite literally soft served ice cream in a cup with a pop tart and some strawberry topping. If I'm in the area I will certainly stop by again however I will try other menu items. Give them a try. read more

Sidekick Bakery - Strawberry Shortcake Snowday - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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The Celebration Sidekick Cake ! Just wow! The cake is moist and delicate. The mousse is fluffy, light and aiiry! I was not expecting a professional cake to come through DoorDash but I am so glad that I took my chances! Trust me! THIS is the cake you want...didnt know that you needed! read more

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Popped in for some pop tarts! Too sweet for my liking and the proportion of crust to filling was off. But they were a fun and different treat, and we 100% enjoyed a mini celebration cake! I'd go back for that every time. read more

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Super cute cafe! I didn't realize it was inside of the Ted's Bulletin. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch latte was delicious with pieces of the actual cereal in it. The sidekicks were good as well, 2 is a great breakfast but they need some sort of sauce!! Like an aioli or mayo idk. Cashier was nice! read more

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Buttery, flaky, scrumptious and light ! I really wish I had gotten a bakers dozen of these beautifully made pop tarts. Plan on coming back to try all of their flavors. read more

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Checked out Sidekick because I was craving a pastry. I tried their seasonal danish and had a iced vanilla latte. The danish was blueberry flavored and was very good and my coffee was solid. The service was super friendly and I got my order very fast. I took my order to go but they had a nice patio seating area. The prices of their baked goods were very reasonable and all looked delicious. I will definitely back when I'm craving a pastry! read more

Sidekick Bakery - Pastries - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Sidekick bakery is a small bakery section inside of Ted's Bulletin. You can enter directly from outside or once inside of Ted's. I have not had anything that has disappointed me from here. Their stuffed croissants are incredible. One of my favorite breakfast items in Ballston is the egg and cheddar croissant. The muffins, cookies, brownies, cakes are all divine. I love that this place is open late, a lot of bakeries close very early and this place is always reliable to have that after dinner baked good. Service is always fast and everyone behind the counter has only ever been kind. 100% reccomend getting the croissants and the babka muffin is now a new favorite! read more

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Got the nitro cold brew for about $4 which is not a bad price. However, it wasn't anything special and the flavors were relatively boring. I wish they had a cap that I could sip with instead of using a straw. Would be down to try other coffee options and pastries. I wouldn't get the nitro cold brew here again. read more

I don't think y'all understand...I'm obsessed! I also have a sweet tooth like non-other. I admire it when bakeries get creative & Sidekick bakery does a snazzy job when incorporating some time-old classics into their desserts and pastries alike. To get my sugar rush fix, I always make it a point to go by Sidekick to get myself something, ANYTHING! Whether that be one of the handmade pop tarts, a petit cake, or a brownie slice. It's all good! Don't believe me? Here are photos from each time I visited the extended bakery at Ted's Bulletin. I'll admit these croissants filled with soft-served ice cream was an unexpected twist for me and I lo-key like it. Part of me wished it could've been filled with chocolate soft served. There's only so much time before your croissant will begin to leak of sorts. So I suggest you dig in quickly. I admire it when bakeries get creative & Sidekick bakery does a snazzy job when incorporating some time-old classics into their desserts and pastries alike. I didn't get to try the funfetti pound cake (?) or the cinnamon toast banana bread. Those belonged to my parents. read more

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Came here after Punch Bowl Social and I was so impressed and overwhelmed at the same time. This spot was like dessert heaven. The inside is really small. Cookies and cream milkshake was to die for. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch muffin was crazy flavorful. It was like the cereal bar plus a little Debbie snack all in one. Blueberry muffin was light and airy. I asked them to warm it up and it was like perfection. Definitely a dope bakery to check out!! read more

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Came to Sidekick with my sidekick. We initially came with the idea of grabbing a morning treat to eat but I was kinda turned off as the front doors were wide open. Although it was a beautiful morning, there was nothing keeping the flies out of the location. The interior is beautiful and the pastries, cookies and tarts are visually stunning. They definite grab your attention and make you take a second look. While I did not purchase a sweet, I did take advantage of getting the $1 coffee and grabbed a table next door at Ted's. While the storefront is just a walk in and out location, they do have exterior seating for sidewalk vibes of Arlington. Family, friends and four legged friends alike, there's space for all. The young lady at the counter was super friendly and had the happiest smiles on her face. I'm not counting Sidekick out though, I will be back, that snowdays is calling my name!!!! read more

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This is an awesome addition to Ballston Quarter when it comes to picking up a sweet treat or two. I'm not easy to impress, but this spot did it. I tried a strawberry poptart, a vanilla mini cake, caramel cotton candy, and a giant salted chocolate chip cookie. The last item was probably my favorite - huge portion for the price that took me 2-3 days to eat. The cake was covered in sprinkles and super light and fluffy inside, with a great airy frosting. Location is facing Wilson Boulevard right next to (in fact attached to) Ted's Bulletin. I'll definitely be back sometime soon. read more

Sidekick Bakery - Cake and iced coffee, yum. - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

While the sweet and savory pastries are alluring, look out for the flies! There were 2 flies swarming around the glass display on the right burst my curiosity for the savory stuffed croissants. Luckily, there were no flies in the display case on the left and I took a gamble on the Banana Cream Pie. The Banana Cream Pie (4/5) was fun to try, but didn't quite hit the mark. It was very decadent with a mound of whipped cream and banana filling in a dense hard shell. It was really hard to cut through the shell and challenging to get the whipped cream, banana filling, and the shell in a solid good bite. I wish the shell was lighter with a thinner layer of whipped cream. My hubby and I conquered 1/2 of the pie before throwing in the towel. While the creative and unique pastries piqued my curiosity, the standoffish service and the flies left me with a sour taste. read more

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Kind of in love with Sidekick's pastries and ice cream sundaes (aka "snowdays"). In general their desserts have a creative twist-- although there are some more classic ones if that's your vibe too. Some of my favorites are the pop tarts (they're all good, really), the pop rocks & cola and strawberry matcha croissants (the size of your head), and the s'mores snowday (I'm sure I'd love the others too but have only tried that one thus far). I'd skip the oatmeal chocolate chip cookie-- a little dry-- and the Cinnamon Toast Crunch banana bread-- not exciting and the Cinnamon Toast Crunch had lost its crunch. If you're looking for a quick treat, look no further, Sidekick has got your back. Note: there's some outdoor seating but none inside so this is not a good place to get work done. The interior is very cramped and not meant for large groups at a time. read more

Sidekick Bakery - S'mores "snowday" - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Sidekick Bakery is basically the side chick to Ted's Bulletin. If you're not in the mood for a full meal you can get some sexual healing in the form of a croissant and coffee. And oh the croissant options they have! Matcha and strawberry, everything bagel, frostee and fries are among the smorgasboard of food porn they offered. I came in for a quick meeting and ordered a steak and egg breakfast sandwich and matcha latte with oat milk. My steak and egg breakfast sandwich was made to order and filled with high quality shaved beef. The toasted brioche bun and seasoning all melded together perfectly for one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. My matcha latte (my go to order at every cafe) was another story. The tea was so bitter that I could barely choke it down. A good quality matcha should be light green and have a mild grassy flavor. I was very disappointed and sadly could drink two sips before throwing it away. I wish that the barista asked why I handed him a full drink to throw away so i could provide feedback in person or perhaps exchange for a better drink but the atmosphere did not seem right at the time. My work date ordered a croissant as well but got the wrong order. She said it was still tasty. My two takeaways: please source a new matcha supplier and please ask if orders are to-go or for here so you can save on packaging. Otherwise, I can't wait to come back and try their oat milk soft serve which is so on trend right now! read more

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The celebration cake here was amazing. A little pricey but not overly sweet like a lot of other cakes. Good flavor and texture. And they have a croissant filled with soft serve! If that's all sidekick every served i would go here every single day if my body lets me. Sadly the spirit is willing but the body is weak. read more

Enjoyed this experience even more than going to Ted's Bulletin... especially after seeing the long line of people for Sunday brunch next door! The 2 for $7 buns are delicious and filling. I would go with the eggs and bacon over the steak and eggs, but definitely try one of each (because you can). I tried a sample of the millionaire bars and those are crack. Every pop tart I've tried is WAY too sweet for my liking, but that's just me. The mini cakes look adorable- perfect to pick up for a friend's birthday! Update: Just go with the plain croissants- the dough is truly amazing and the fillings don't do it justice. The croissants are jumbo, warm, and flakey (literal perfection). I tried the egg and cheddar croissant and the scrambled egg filling inside was still cold. Disappointing for a $7 croissant. read more

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Got a cake from here for my husband's recent 30th birthday and was not disappointed! It was very nice looking and tasted delicious :) read more

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love sidekick, super underrated and hidden spot! entrance is to the left of teds bulletin! their tres leches is fantastic!!

I love to get a soft serve filled croissant here! I think this is a pretty unique item that is very delicious! I haven't tried the other desserts yet, but definitely recommend trying this one. It's not very obvious on the menu and it's something you do want to eat pretty quickly to avoid the soft serve melting. I only wish they offered multiple flavors. read more

Sidekick Bakery - Sidekick Butter Croissant stuffed with soft serve - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Sidekick is the bakery section of Ted's Bulletin. This is where you go to pick up your Ted's delivery or normal takeout. Recently, I got an Iced Chai Latte with Oat Milk, Steak + Eggs Sliders, Tater Tots, and a Chocolate Peanut Butter Mini Cake. Iced Chai Latte with Oak Milk: I personally don't like the iced chai lattes here due to the milk to chai mix ratio. They usually have more chai mix and it's not for the best. Steak + Eggs sliders: a great 2 for $7 deal! I love these sliders because it's an amazing deal for a quick to-go breakfast. Tater Tots: the most creative Tater Tots I've ever had. The perfect amount of crunch and potato. Chocolate Peanut Butter Mini Cake: my favorite cake to get at Ted's! The chocolate is rich and the peanut butter is powdery - which I love. The cake is perfect for a Netflix Binge night and is the suitable for one person. Overall: Sidekick is an amazing addition to Ted's and I love coming here for my to-go orders. Their menu stays consistent with the occasional seasonal offerings - which can be a hit or a miss. read more

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Absolutely delicious. I live in Baltimore and would take the drive for their Devil's Food Cake. I ended up getting a bunch more stuff. The Salted Chocolate Chip Cookie was so good. The texture of the inside was a bit like they were under done. I personally love my cookies like this, but I know some don't. I was not a big fan of the millionaire bar (not pictured). Too much caramel and not enough of everything else, but to each it's own. The service was awesome. The two guys were very knowledgeable on all of the pastries. They also had doggy treats which I loved. read more

Stopped by real quick for something to bring home. Got the Egg Nog Caramel Cream croissant and the seasonal fruit one (forgot what it was). They both were so good especially the egg nog! It was so creamy and crispy that we ate it very quick. Sidekick is really top of the croissant game right now as far as creativity. Definitely worth a stop every time I'm in Ballston. read more

Solid 4 star bakery! Everything they make is quality and aesthetically pleasing to look at. I've had the banana cream pie and soft serve croissant. While I was satisfied with what I had, each item was missing an oomph in flavor. Not to say it was bad, it was perfectly fine, but I needed a certain wow-factor to set them apart from other places. Great brand, great aesthetic, they just need a certain flare to really separate them from other bakeries I've had. Side Kick shows a lot of promise so I definitely would love to try more items to sway my review. read more

Over and above service to get a customized birthday cake to my son, who lives in Arlington. And all reports are it tasted great! Thank you Sidekick! read more

Service was very good and the millionaire bar was also very good (very sweet for those may like more subtle sweets) but to be honest I wasn't a fan of the celebration cake and really wouldn't even call it cake there is less then 25% cake in it the rest is vanilla mousse read more

Didn't know it was the bakery in Ted's Bulletin..if I had known I would have had better expectations. Customer service there in the bakery is great. The ladies are super nice and helpful but it's still part of a large restaurant and comes off as it's own place which felt a little misleading? Idk why. Cookies were good but they were a little bit dry. Guess I'm used to really well made oatmeal cookies and not more rolled oat type. Still great! read more

Cosmic brownie was visually appealing, but the frosting flavor was not my favorite. I wasn't expecting the rise-flavoring and didn't really care for eating the rose petals, but the vibe of the bakery was good and I'd try something else, since I really enjoy Ted's. read more

Sidekick Bakery - SK Cosmic Brownie - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I've visited Sidekick Bakery a couple times when I'm looking for a sweet treat! It's connected to the Ted's Bulletin, but has its own entrance so you can go straight to the GOODS. The first time I visited I had my eye on a mini Celebration cake that I picked up for my parent's anniversary. It was so cute and the perfect size for just a few people! I was surprised how moist and delicious the cake was and how tasty the frosting was as well! It was more of a whipped/lighter feeling frosting rather than a thick buttercream which was great because it felt light and fluffy! The decorations were so cute as well! Other items I've tried from Sidekick are the poptarts and an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie. The poptarts are solid, pretty tasty. The cookie, however, wasn't as impressive, pretty dry and disappointing. If you're in the Ballston area, Sidekick Bakery may be a great spot to swing by! It's great to have another bakery to try! read more

Sidekick Bakery - Celebration Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Incredibly crazy! Looking for a nosh in the evening! Cookies and luscious treats! And they have milk! They have milk! So also they have teas and speciality coffees! Service was great and we sat outside and enjoyed the treats! Great ambience! read more

Unfortunately sidekick did not meet our expectations. I saw their website and their amazing desserts so I had to give it a try. I got the peanut butter chocolate cake as well as the millionaire bar. The cake, unfortunately came out decomposed a bit, the cake was tilted and the pearls were everywhere, a bit unpresentable. The flavor was also quite bland and I did not enjoy the texture too much. It's definitely an amazing concept and I love the idea of a small cake you can get just for yourself, but the flavor was the most disappoint. read more

Sidekick Bakery - Peanut butter chocolate cake - came out of the box like this :/ - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Last time I dined at Ted's Bulletin I really wanted to try one of Ted's Tarts but, decided not to unnecessarily add on more food to my order. It was a wants vs. needs situation. Nonetheless, today I made it a priority to try one of Ted's Tarts. They are so nostalgic and cute ! I walked into Sidekick (located inside of Ted's Bulletin). then, I looked in the case to see what they had. The baked goods in the case seemed quite limited. I didn't see any of the speciality croissants. I asked the cashier and she shared that they only had a few mini everything croissants not shown. That being said, I'd advise that if you want your choice of their full selection you should visit early. I visited around noon. I ordered my planned Ted's Tart. I decided to try the seasonal raspberry one. Before, I blinked my eyes the cashier handed me my tart in a cute pouch, which was great for snacking and walking. I know it's just a baked good but they were quick! I grabbed one of their large napkins too. Oddly, I really liked the big napkin. The tart is thicker than a Pop Tart and mine had less filling than one too. It was actually quite hollow which I didn't appreciate. It really didn't matter which flavor tart I chose because it was only like a half tablespoon worth of filling. The crust itself was quite good. It seemed to have the perfect balance of sweetness reminding me of that of a shortbread cookie. All in all, I think the Sidekick Bakery is a nice spot to grab a delicious treat. read more

Sidekick Bakery - Raspberry Ted's Tart - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Went to get a cake for my friends birthday. They were super crowded and you could tell the workers especially at the front were stressed and doing a bunch of things but they were all super nice still. Cake was definitely good for a birthday but I will say those spherical sugar things were too hard to eat. I was like, did they put little jaw breakers on this cake? Either way still liked the cake. Had some big frozen whipped cream layers or something. Never seen that before but it was good. Had ice cream cake vibes. read more

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Decided to pop into this bakery to grab a quick dessert. I decided to get the Cosmic Brownie. The brownie itself was very rich and too much (this coming from a chocolate lover) and the frosting on top was too much, I ended up scraping it off then taking a few bites before tossing it out. read more

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