Valentina's Bakery was a random find in a strip mall out in the west Boca boonies. I was forced to…read morego to Goodwill and Valentina's to the rescue. An ideal spot to break away from Goodwill especially if you find yourself dragged there against your will.   This is a Peruvian bakery which is a treasure for the locals in this part of town. I went w/ 2 empanadas -- lomo saltado & creamy chicken. These empanadas came w/ 2 delicious house made olive and hot sauces .   A great introduction to bigger adventures ahead.

I was going to leave this alone after my original Google review, but then I read the business's…read moreresponse. The issue was simple: before leaving, I specifically asked whether the item I ordered was in the bag. I was told that it was, only to drive 20 minutes home and discover that it was not there. When I made the initial call, I was clearly very annoyed about what had happened. I was ultimately refunded for the missing item. In my original review, I still gave the business three stars. After reading their response, I'm lowering that to two. They publicly stated that I told them "everything else with my order and experience was excellent." That is completely false. I never said that. Not once. Yes, mistakes happen. But how a business handles a mistake and makes it right is what separates a great business from a poor one. In this case, the original mistake could have been easily put behind us. Instead, their response made the situation worse. Making a mistake with an order is one thing. Publicly inventing a statement and attributing it to a customer in order to make their complaint seem unreasonable is something entirely different. If you want to defend your business, defend it with the facts. Don't put words in a customer's mouth that were never said.

Best bakery in Boca Raton‼ Also, friendly & great service‼…read moreI go once a week and always buy a latte which is yummy‼

My wife bought a coconut creme pie here and all I can say is wow. This is one of the best I have…read moreever had. besides the quality, it is huge. We had 6 adults and more than half was left over. I have been savoring it each night. Dont miss the opportunity to taste some of the best pies you have ever had.

We are here every weekend. The people are friendly and the yogurt and toppings are great.read more

I was a bit sad when they changed from Belove Creamery to Aleia because I loved what they had…read morepreviously... but when I finally tried what they had as Aleia, I wasn't so sad! I LOVE what they have to offer and my go to is the plain yogurt with pistachio cream and granola or berries. Been a fan since the beginning as Belove and will continue to be now as a Aleia... I'm so happy for them and just love everything about the business--not just their yummy desserts, but also the ambiance, the staff... and you can definitely feel the authenticity and passion the owners have for what they do.

Such a cute hidden gem in Parkland to have a quiet sit down tea party, and heal your inner child…read moreAll of the little bites provided were really good and hard to finish because they give you so much which is great! They had a wide selection of tease, green tea, herbal tea and black teas. The service was so great and everything was so beautiful

I booked their afternoon tea to host with my bookclub. Booking online was simple. I did try placing…read morea call prior to booking but I was not able to get anyone on the phone to ask about food accommodations. After booking, I did get a text in which the person informed me that they were unable to make any food accommodations. Since I already booked and I was the only person who needed accommodations, I went through with the rsvp. The location is airy and gorgeous. Our server was very attentive and friendly. I was only able to enjoy the carrot soup, my pot of tea and mimosas as all of the yummy treats had gluten. Bummer. The other ladies enjoyed the experience. I too enjoyed most of it, but I would try other locations that can accommodate for food.

Walking into Cookiehead Bakery at 7:30 PM felt like entering a business that had already given up…read moreon itself. The sign says they're open until 10 PM, which apparently is more of a philosophical concept than an actual operating hour. Inside, it was so dim and lifeless that I genuinely questioned whether I was trespassing. No one at the counter. No sound from the back. No sign of human life at all. If a tumbleweed had rolled past the cookie case, it honestly would have fit the mood. And that cookie case? It looked less like a bakery display and more like the aftermath of a clearance sale nobody cared enough to restock. I stood there long enough to go through the full emotional journey from hopeful dessert run to "should I call someone to report this place missing?" before an employee finally appeared out of nowhere like they'd been summoned by confusion itself. Now, maybe I'm being a little harsh, but the vibe was unmistakable: I was interrupting absolutely nothing, and somehow still felt unwelcome. So I did the safe thing and ordered the chocolate chip, figuring if your signature cookie can't deliver, what are we even doing here? A cookie eventually appeared, and after all the suspense, mystery, and accidental haunted-house atmosphere, the payoff was... fine. Better than a gas station cookie, sure, but that is such a low bar it's basically underground. At these prices, I'm expecting bakery magic, not "slightly upgraded convenience store." The whole experience felt like the cookie version of showing up to a party after everyone already left. Dim lights, dead energy, and one lonely chocolate chip cookie trying its best to carry the reputation of the entire place. I've had worse, but not by much. Two stars. One for being technically open, and one because the cookie did, in fact, exist. For what they charge, mediocrity shouldn't feel this committed.

We got 2 chocolate chip cookies for my oldest and myself, a sprinkle cookie for my son, and my…read moredaughter chose the chocolate milkshake with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle on top. We all loved it, my middle child couldn't finish his cookie - they are quite large and thick. We went Sunday around 2:00 and there was no one in there but us. Small clean shop, no chairs/tables inside but there were a couple of them outside. Service was quick, and the lady was nice and helped my daughter pick her milkshake.

Wow, Wow, Wow what a Holloween transformation lol. I loved it. It was beyond what I expected. They…read moredid a great job with the theme and decorations. They even had characters walking around. A must see. It was fun here. The staff seemed to get into it. The ice-cream shop gets busy. The line wraps around. It is worth waiting for. It has an outdoor small sitting area and window to order from. Outdoor there was plenty of things happening. The decorations and characters were fun to watch. Inside is a little tight. It was like an amusement ride. The props come alive every so often. A fun place. I got an ice-cream with caramel. It was very good. The ice-cream was creamy and tasted good. I was happy with what I got.

We absolutely love Cherry Smash!…read more This place never disappoints! It's such a fun and visually stunning experience, especially during Halloween and Christmas. The decorations are always incredible, with so much creativity and attention to detail. We love coming back to see how everything transforms for each season. Our whole family is always amazed, and it's become one of our favorite places to visit during the holidays. If you're looking for a festive experience with unforgettable decorations and a magical atmosphere, Cherry Smash is definitely worth visiting!

Casa do Pão is one of SoFlo's solid Brazilian staples…read more My lifetime Brazilian bestie always has it on the top of his head when he is in this part of town and the breakfast/lunchtime craving hits -- from bauru (breakfast), x tudo everything (lunch), frozen lasagna (dinner). He always reconnects with long forgotten faces when we enter -- past time coworkers, church buddies, former neighbors. It holds his community close. The staff is a pleasure. Casa do Pão is a longtime landmark to West Boca.

Brazilian bakery in Boca Raton with a scent of fresh pastry you wont forget. Large dining room with…read moreample seating. Cakes and pastries filled several counter displays. They do have an espresso machine with some type of Colombian blend, but I was in a traditional Brazilian bakery so wanted to try Brazilian coffee. The server pointed to the self-serve drip coffee machine, near the front door, which displayed a disclaimer that refills are NOT included with the low purchase of $1.79. The counter kiosk provided hot and cold milk dispensers with sugar. The coffee was roasty and alerted my brain instantly to wake up. The cup was brown with a black snap lid, imprinted with a non Casa Do Pao logo coffee theme which is much better than a bland white styro cup. On my next visit here, the beef empanadas will be on my radar. The gender assigned bathroom had a nice 3-tier wooden shelving unit with some greenery and extra toilet paper. The large dark flooring squares were augmented nicely by the matte black & white porcelain tile walls.

The cookies are amazing I got the dirty diana, Dubái chocolate, Hershey's cream and red velvet, and…read morethe service was great.

I love me some Night Owl Cookies! Whether we're stopping in to grab some cookies to go or ordering…read moreonline for delivery, they never disappoint! The staff are always friendly, the store is consistently clean, and I love that they have a set selection of cookies that are always available alongside seasonal and limited-edition flavors. It makes it fun to enjoy your favorites while also trying something new! On this visit, of course, we got our favorite, the chocolate chip cookie! The chocolate chip-to-cookie ratio is unmatched. They load these cookies up with chocolate chips, which is exactly how we like them! For the month of October, we also tried three of their specialty flavors: Doughboy's Spooky Stack, Glazed Donut, and Hershey's Creme Bar. Oh my gosh, the **Glazed Donut cookie may be one of my all-time favorite cookies!** Not only is their signature cookie dough delicious, but having a Krispy Kreme donut baked right into it creates the most perfect bites. Add in the white chocolate chips and glazed frosting, and WOW! It's absolutely amazing. Such a fun and delicious combination! Honestly, the other two cookies were really good, too! I love that Night Owl comes up with creative flavors that give you something new to look forward to, especially around the holidays. The cookies themselves are HUGE, so we always cut them into quarters. This makes it easy to sample multiple flavors without committing to a whole cookie of each. If I want to try two different cookies, I can have a quarter of each and still satisfy my cravings without overdoing it. Plus, they taste amazing! This definitely isn't our first visit, and it certainly won't be our last. Night Owl Cookies continues to be a favorite for us, and I can't wait to see what seasonal flavors they come up with next!

First time coming here and it was great. Not only was the ice-cream tasty but the ambiance was…read morehomey and welcoming. Steve the icecream clerk was the absolute best. I would recommend coming here and supporting small rather than a chain like Coldstone!

They say curiosity killed the cat -- but in this case, it led me straight to happiness in a waffle…read morecone. The Magic Cow in Coral Springs has a 4.8-star Yelp rating, and their sister store in Davie is apparently one of the top 10 ice cream shops in the entire United States. So naturally, I had to see if the local legend lived up to the hype. (Spoiler: it did. And then some.) The moment we walked in, I was hit with that nostalgic mix of sugar, laughter, and magic that says you're about to make a very good life decision. The owner greeted us like old friends -- warm, funny, and clearly passionate about what he does. You can tell every scoop that leaves that counter has been crafted with pride. Now, about the ice cream. I went with the Carrot Cake flavor -- and let me tell you, it wasn't just ice cream; it was an experience. Folded into it were ribbons of caramel and bits of pie crust that somehow made me rethink all my previous dessert choices in life. One bite in, and I'm pretty sure I saw colors brighter than usual. My wife went for a combo of Better Batter Cake Carnival and Chocolate Batter Better, and to call it "excellent" would be an understatement. This flavor pairing was pure joy in stereo. I'm pretty sure she stopped listening to me talk for a good five minutes, which is the ultimate compliment to any dessert. Bottom line: The Magic Cow isn't just living up to its reputation -- it's churning out happiness, one scoop at a time. If you haven't been, fix that immediately. Your taste buds will thank you, your diet will forgive you (eventually), and your inner child will do a happy dance.

Came in the middle of the afternoon so I was definitely not expecting fresh donuts but they were…read morevery tasty and chewy - exactly how a mochi donut is supposed to be. The boba was lacking, just your basic powder boba. Nothing to ring home about. Hope to come back to try a corndog and fresh donuts earlier in the day!

Sunday Boba crawl! Fairly new spot located in University Drive . Daughter wanted to try this…read morelocation as she normally goes to one in Tampa. We were greeted by a nice young man at the cash register. He was pleasant and all smiles. Place is clean, spacious with nice simple decor. We ordered two brown sugar boba drinks for $14 total. They are made on the spot and packaged in a can like cup which was super cute! They are famous for their specialty donuts. Plenty to choose from. Had my eyes on the Dubai chocolate donut but will try next time. Also nice variety of corn dogs. 5 stars/hearts