Hidden Gem for Sweet Tooths & Pup Parents!…read more We visited House of Marmalade as part of the Hampton Roads Passport Series, and I am so glad we did -- I don't think I would've discovered this little gem otherwise! The shop is small and cozy with no indoor seating, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in charm and incredible sweets. The bakery case was absolutely stunning -- full of beautifully made cookies, macarons, and more. We tried three macarons (espresso, almond, and salted caramel), and every single one was perfection -- fresh, flavorful, and just the right size and sweetness. We also grabbed a shortbread cookie, which was buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. And let's not forget our pup! Lexi got a pumpkin cupcake with peanut butter icing, topped with a tiny bone-shaped treat -- not only adorable, but she devoured it. Definitely pup-approved! The staff was fantastic -- super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. You can tell they care about their craft and their customers. Whether you're doing the Passport Tour or just looking for a place to grab something sweet, House of Marmalade is absolutely worth the stop. We'll definitely be back!

Immediately lost in smells and nostalgia upon walking in the door! We had the hardest time…read moreselecting just a few items so we purchased several. This tiny bakery did not disappoint and was better than expected and remembered from my childhood (Please just don't tell mom). The flavors were satisfying and took your tastebuds on a journey! So yummy! Go check this place out!

I went here with a group of friends for a much needed get-together. We had been catching up both…read morevirtually and over the phone but it had been a while since we saw each other in person. We were able to use the back room in the cafe that had a large table and provided a cozy setting with lots of natural light coming through the windows and cute macaroon-shaped pillows on the chairs. We had hibiscus tea and peach tea for the table to share. The peach tea was everyone's favorite, it didn't even need any added sugar. It was served in cute pastel teapots, though one of the teapots had a chip at the spout which made me a little nervous. We also had macaroons made in-house for the table. I can't remember if I asked the staff if any of the macaroons were dairy free, but I asked my friends at the table and was told there was dairy in them. I later asked the staff if there was any food they offered that was dairy-free and they showed me their pastry counter but ultimately determined that everything offered had dairy, so all I had while at the café was the tea. The ladies I was with loved the macaroons. I wish I could have had some. I recommend at least 1-2 food options be added in the café for folks who have a dairy allergy. Café Genevieve provides a nice atmosphere for tea with a unique setting -- in a 1734 house that is decked out with Parisian decor. It's not the most private setting -- it got pretty noisy during our time there and there were a few interruptions to our conversation. We should have asked if we could have closed the door, because that definitely would have helped with noise and privacy. Overall, the customer service was great and the tea was really good! If you want to meet here for a private event, conversation, or just want some peace and quiet, that back room with the door closed could provide it. It's a nice café to check out.

Cafe Genevieve is a cute little cafe off Witchduck Rd. The parking lot was pretty packed on this…read moreday, but I managed to find a spot. They have a few tables downstairs and some seating outside as well. They sell different pastries, quiches, sandwiches, macarons, coffee, and etc. They also have several flavored teas and lemonades. It's a very laid back chill vibe with a unique feel. The staff were all friendly. I met Chasity and she was very nice. We chatted for a bit. I got butter beer and birthday cake macarons. I also got a croque madam which is a French grilled cheese with ham and a fried egg added, with bauchamel sauce. The sandwich was tasty!! Both macarons were good but the butter beer was my favorite. It tasted slightly like butterscotch. I like this little cafe. If you haven't been, you should definitely check them out!

This is a high level upscale French bakery and pastry shop. Excellent. Items that are recommended…read moreinclude croissants and variants, ham and cheese quiche, eclairs, and many other pastries. To be eaten fresh at the store or take home. The owners and their staff are on hand to serve clients promptly and to help customers about their selections.

I made the arguably unwise decision to stop here late in the day on an Easter holiday when pastries…read morewere clearly on people's minds and the theme was chocolate eggs. It was a long wait in line. Towards the end of their limited hours, I was pleased that they still had a pretty good selection. They sold out of some things, but I found a robust selection of pastries and a loaf of bread as well, albeit one too big for their slices. With macarons and chocolate on sale as well, they had a lot worth coming for. The cake slices were as rich and smooth as one hopes for a French bakery, but several other pastries met with aplomb as well. I struggled to locate a high-end bakery in this geographic area, but did not regret having come to this one at all.

I got the walnut cookie, almond cookie, chocolate chip cookie, ube bread and crinkle cookie. All…read morewere very moist and fresh. I know quality food when I see it because I lived in NYC for awhile. Not only were they all delicious, the employee working there was very helpful. It had a cute interior as well. I would highly recommend everyone to try this place. I will for sure be coming back.

Yummy baked goods!! Everything is fresh and cashier is super friendly. This is definitely a mom and…read morepop type of bakery!

The bakery is adorable, clean lines and open light to enjoy a small meal or coffee and pastry. The…read morebaking case is filled with treats, including gluten free choices. The owner and baker was friendly and quite helpful. The treats are delicious. I am not a huge macaron fan but I loved the smores ones. The pan au chocolate is delicious and the smores tart divine. The madalines were a bit too lemon flavored for me. Definitely worth a try. The prices were a touch high for me, and the macarons can not be bought as singles but otherwise very good.

I really wanted to love Macaron Tart, its a good looking shop and the pastries are absolutely…read morebeautiful and very appetizing to the eyes. Unfortunately, the taste didn't match the presentation for me. The pastries didn't seem very fresh, the crust was overly thick, and the texture was a bit off. I also tried the pot pie, which wasn't enjoyable -- the onion smell was overpowering and took away from the flavor. This may just be my personal experience and my own palette, but I was disappointed given how promising everything looked.

I've been here a few times and I think they have one of the best coffee menus in the surrounding…read morearea. They often have special menu offerings depending on the time of year. Last year, I tried their coffee flight which was Star Wars themed and it was delicious. Most recently, since moving around the corner from their location, we tend to grab quick iced coffee. Each time the coffee is very good and flavorful. Service can be a little slower, depending on the time of day you go. We went close to closing one evening and there seemed to be only one person working so getting our drinks took a little longer than normal. They also have snacks, sweet treats.

I tried out something different today and came out to this coffee and breakfast-lunch spot before…read moremy hair appointment and first impression walking in is retro style with a twist of icons on the wall and the decor and layout is definitely perfect for all my coffee lovers this is the spot to add on your bucket list . I love how they have variety of seat options couches,hightop, and regular indoor and outdoor seating and they have board games to come play and have nice drink and good food made with perfection. Services was smooth and quick definitely a good spot to come in during a off day or even a work day to get a variety of drinks coffee tea and special drinks that they have based on movies and favorite sweet treats . I tried their Cubano espresso which contains 2oz of espresso mixed with brown sugar its a perfect balance of sweetness and I tried there lunch menu item the Cuban sandwich 10/10 flavor and the bread was nice and soft perfect sandwich . Definitely will be coming back again to try out more option.

I came here early on a Friday morning to grab some pastries that I've heard so much about!…read more The girl behind the counter was incredibly friendly and I told her it was my first time in so she gave me the run down of how everything worked in terms of special items, etc. I landed on 2 chocolate croissants, 1 blueberry brioche danish, 1 butter croissant, a banana puff pastry (weekly special), and an orange and cranberry scone. I will say I came in specifically for the chocolate croissant. While it was very good, it was still slightly dry. The scone, butter croissant and the bananas foster puff pastry were phenomenal. The blueberry brioche danish missed the mark. It was far too dense. I walked away with a London fog as well which was delicious! Will return for sure, but it's a bit out of the way, so I hope they put a location in Chesapeake!

Wednesday 8/14/2024…read more I first visited this spot last year in July to get the cinnamon rolls but by the time I arrrived they were all sold out. This time I made sure to get up early so I could finally try it. The service was kind and helpful. I got the cinnamon bun $5 and the choclate crinkle $2.95. - The cinnamon bun was pretty good: it was soft and the ingredients were balanced well. I did expect it to be a bit bigger based on price tag and previous yelp photos I had seen but I'd say it's still worth it. - The chocolate crinkle was recommended by the worker so I got it and it ended up being alright but I've had many better. All in all, my experience at mays parlor was solid and I would definitely recommend that cinnamon bun if you are ever in the mood for one.