We absolutely loved our one hour experience at Capyfriends Cafe!…read more Located on the campus of Nacoochee Adventures you will find a quaint little home that has been converted into a small cafe and Capybara lounge. In the far rear room you will come face to face with these gentle, curious, and extremely large rodents. Even if you are slightly timid of animals, it is very easy to forget what they are because they are so sweet and docile. The first 20 minutes or so we were introduced to four Capy's of differing ages. The youngest was about 4 weeks old and the oldest and largest was about 8 months. All were females. We were given a handful of lettuce and carrots each to feed our furry animal friends. The typical amount of paying guests is between 8-10 people, which keeps the encounter intimate and enjoyable. During the next 40 minutes we were introduced to a new animal about every 10 minutes. The friends who came out to play included: a large Guinea Pig, a tiny Hedgehog, a hilarious Armadillo, a small dog-sized Muntjac Deer and the absolutely adorable Fennec Fox babies. Prior to this encounter I don't ever remember having knowledge of these foxes. But now that I've seen them, I will never forget them. They also offer a one hour long VIP MEET THE BABIES experience and a 30 minute Capybara only experience. Prices vary about $50 between experiences, with the CAPYBARA ONLY experience being the least costly and the VIP BABIES being the most costly. Our CAPYBARA & FRIENDS experience was right in the middle @ $125pp. Any experience is great for the whole family, but I would highly recommend the one hour tours. Our hour went by so quickly and we wanted, no, NEEDED more time with all of these wonderful creatures. Afterwards we spent the remainder of our day exploring the fun little German-inspired town of Helen, GA which also happens to be currently hosting Oktoberfest throughout the month of October. So put on your best Lederhosen and Dirndl and come spend a memorable weekend in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Capybara cafe is a great idea and we had a memorable time…read more The highlight of the experience is (obviously) an ability to interact with the animals (there were 3) which makes up for all other limitations. There were some adult ones and some baby ones - all are cute and as chill as you'd imagine them to be. You get to feed them with veggies and pet them. While the concept is great, the execution can use further refinement. I've imagined it being like a cat cafe (and there is a kiosk where you can get alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, which is great). However the ambiance is simply not there as the place reminds of somebody's awkward house. Unlike cat cafe where you can stroll between cats - the capybaras locked in their own room which is only accessible and visible during your designated time slot. The space is underwhelming and needs design. Think of this experience like arranging to meet your favorite celebrity ... at a random chevron gas station down I85 ... it's amazing but also ... weird.

Great cafe with cat themed items and a number of adorable cats. We enjoyed browsing the cat themed…read moreitems while waiting to enter the enclosed cat cafe. Once inside, we were able to go to a few different rooms and play with 12 cats all up for adoption. The cats were sweet, fun, and had a range of personalities. Staff was friendly and welcoming. They had a number of cat themed drinks and cocktails that we enjoyed. Well worth the visit.

We passed Cats at Play Cafe and obviously had to stop in. Luckily they had time available to fit…read moreour party of 2 in for a half hour. I grabbed a meowmosa and looked at the items available for sale before heading in. My husband and I thought that the place was so cute and had so much fun playing with the kittens and cats that were available for adoption.

I came here on a Saturday morning and looked around the store and there's so many cute cat related…read moreitems at a great price compared to the prices of other stores in Downtown Hickory! They also have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate that you can try and also buy and take home! I purchased a cute hello kitty tote bag and some golden milk turmeric powder to try! The best part is that my purchase helps feed the cats. The owner there is a wonderful lady, full of passion for these cats. I never seen anything like it! Head there on a Saturday morning after hitting the farmers market and it's a great way to destress and pet some cute kitties and drink some tea or coffee. Try not to miss it, just walk into the bottega store and walk in and you'll find the stairs to go up!

From the owner: Help Meowt Catawba (AKA Brews & Blessings) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cat rescue based in Newton,…read moreNorth Carolina, dedicated to saving and improving the lives of community cats, foster cats, and cats belonging to low-income families. Through compassionate rescue efforts, medical care, trap-neuter-return (TNR), and thoughtful adoptions, we work tirelessly to reduce suffering and create sustainable solutions for cats in need. We believe every cat—whether feral, abandoned, surrendered, or belonging to a family facing financial hardship—deserves safety, proper medical care, and a chance at a healthy, happy life. At the heart of our organization is our community-focused catfé and education space in Newton, NC. This welcoming hub brings people and cats together, increases visibility for adoptable cats, and serves as a center for lifesaving outreach, community education, and fundraising. The revenue generated through the catfé helps fund medical care, spay/neuter programs, emergency treatments, TNR, adoptions, and other critical rescue operations. To further support our work, we also offer add-on services including cat boarding, grooming, vet tech services, and educational classes, which provide affordable resources for families while ensuring more proceeds go directly back to cats in need.

This was my first time visiting Helen, Georgia. I came here to visit a friend of mine, and we came…read moreto spend the day here. My friend recommended going to this restaurant and I'm so glad that we did. Why you were waiting on a table as the dining room is rather small you can pick up something from their bakery. They had lots of delicious treats. I did have the cheese danish, which was amazing. For lunch, I started with the tomato basil soup probably one of the best I've ever had. I got the grilled ham and Swiss with potato chips. I definitely would recommend this place for breakfast or lunch however be prepared to wait for the good food. Julie was our server and she was very attentive and professional.

Most authentic meal I had in Helen. Wonderful friendly staff, a great to go bakery and deli and a…read moresmall German product shop. Whether it's breakfast or lunch, you can't go wrong.

Money bad, food ok, ambiance meh it's Dollywood. Service self, but the bus boy AJ is the hap hap…read morehappiest person I've seen all day in his little green outfit brown paints with funny looking hat. Good for you sir!

This is the newest Dollywood restaurant situated in Wildwood Grove. It's a pretty good option for…read moretheme park food. It is similar to Chipotle with options to build a bowl with steak, chicken, or pork. So, it's quicker service - yet better quality. They also had the option to make a bowl with cheese grits as the base (instead of rice). This was unique and tasted very good. Seating was ample and the decor was nice/new. Recommended if you are visiting Dollywood.

Got a cappuccino and one of the best ones I've ever had. Texture was incredible and full of flavor…read more Definitely recommend.

This place is so cute! Truly such a vibe…read more I saw that people enjoyed the matcha latte so I got one. Unfortunately, a huge miss. The ratio of milk to matcha was incredibly off and ended up just tasting like milk. I would still love to come back and see if the coffee is good but for me the matcha was a miss

There several locations throughout Asheville. But this one is easier to get in and out of. Located…read morein a medical office building there is parking available right outside. Today we tried the classic biscuit sandwich - cat head biscuit with an egg and cheese. It was phenomenal- also very big! For a side we choose the cheesy grits. They were also very tasty. They offer several homemade jams and butters to top off your biscuits- which is a nice added bonus. The price was moderate and the staff welcoming. Today there wasn't a line- but sometimes there is a wait. The ambiance is casual some tables inside and out.

Comfortably tucked away breakfast spot that delivers! Boy, does it ever!…read more We loved our visit to Biscuit Head. Not knowing what we were in for, we were blown away! From environment, to menu selections, service, speed of being seated and served, ambiance, and quarkiness, everything was spot on making for an awesome Saturday brunch! Both dishes we ordered were ample in size, made to perfection, and super tasty. Service was a buzz. Everyone was jumping in to help where they could, and everyone was friendly too. We absolutely loved our brunch at Biscuit Head. If anywhere in the general vicinity of Asheville again we will turn hard Left or Right to get to another one of these places!! No doubt!!

An absolutely perfect lunch spot - SO glad we made the walk from downtown to try our luck at…read moreMother. This cosy, comfortable cafe is part-bakery, part-restaurant, and has a beautiful patio for warmer days. The front of house team was all female the day we went, and worked together as a powerhouse to get through the busy lunchtime rush. We were seated pretty quickly at the bar area, so we were able to watch the kitchen at work. The team all seemed so organized and efficient - like watching masters at work! Food and drink menu options are delightful, and we really enjoyed the quiche (seasonal vegetables) and the insanely delicious beet and citrus salad. Portions are very generous and food comes out quickly. The server talked us through wine options by the glass, gave tasters and great recommendations. We later learned that Mother supplies bread to other restaurants in the area - no surprise, it was fantastic. Will be returning every time we're in the area.

We were craving freshness after a few days diving into Asheville's burger scene and this place hit…read morethe spot. Lovely and bright - the space, service and the food. Enjoyed salads, the pickled shrimp toast, lovely wine and the kids took down the ham sandwich and pb&j. If you're looking for fresh and clean food, try Mother!

I stopped at this cute little spot for a latte and a pastry. The service was friendly, and they had…read morea nice selection of pastries to choose from. I went with the pastelito with guava and cream cheese, and it was very good. The pastry was flaky, and the guava and cream cheese filling was a great combination. There are only four small tables inside, but I was able to grab one and enjoy the coffee and pastry without feeling rushed. The only downside was the parking, which was a bit of a hassle. Other than that, this was a very nice stop.

I stopped at OWL on my way out of town and grabbed a pastry and ordered a vanilla cardamom…read moremacchiato because I like to try new flavors (clearly not knowing anything about what it will probably taste like). The gentleman tried to make sure I was expecting two shots of espresso and foam, and like a truly uncultured swine, I was like, "Yeah, sure!" When I got it, it wasn't anything like the large coffee-chain muck I've come to expect. They were SO kind and understanding, and quickly (well, with great care), made me a dulce de leche cappuccino instead, which was delish! If you're looking for basic coffee, this may not be your cuppa. But if you want REAL coffee made with care and precision, this is the place to be.

Do NOT miss this spot in Asheville! The best pastries I have had in a long while. The chai latte…read morewas so delightful. The almond croissant will have me heading back by morning. Everything we tasted was extraordinary.

Stopped by The Rhu in Asheville, which comes from the same team behind Rhubarb. We grabbed a few…read morepastries to try... croissants, cinnamon rolls, and of course a chocolate chip cookie (because it's always cookie time somewhere). Everything we ordered was good and clearly well made, but nothing really stood out as something I'd go out of my way to come back for again and again. The chocolate chip cookie was the most memorable item, but not necessarily in the way I expected. It leans heavily into a salted dark chocolate flavor profile. If you close your eyes, it almost feels more like eating a salted dark chocolate bar than a traditional cookie. If that's your thing, you'll probably love it. Personally, I tend to look for a little more balance between the sweetness, chocolate, and salt in a cookie. Overall, a nice stop for pastries while walking around Asheville, but nothing that quite pulled me back for repeat visits.