I love the space that Gather offers for meeting up for coffee, tea, and goodies. I typically love…read morean americano, but I don't love theirs. I do like their London Fog. Their regular pour coffee is also good. They are very friendly, but as it is very popular, it normally takes a while to receive your food/drinks. As for food, they have a lot of great options. My son loves their scones. I wouldn't recommend their avocado toast, as the avocado is packaged and not fresh. It doesn't have a nice flavor.

I don't know why I wanted so long to try this place. I've driven by it almost daily and never tried…read moreit. First this is the cutest coffee spot. It has a very clean minimal decor vibe but is still very welcoming and comfortable. There are large tables, sofas, a nice bar and arm chairs to gather in and the music is loud enough to mute conversations but not so loud as to disturb the vibe. The menu is simple. Coffees, teas seasonal drinks, sandwiches and pastries. My husband and I were taking a quick break from. Hopping and decided on drinks and a pastry. We ordered the grinch matcha latte, a gingerbread latte and a spinach feta pastry. Omg both of us loved the grinch. I've been searching for a matcha I could enjoy and this is it! All the right notes: not too sweet, creamy and the matcha well blended in the milk-think no grainy residue at the end. If I'm in the matcha mood I'm coming to get this. The grinch was so good I think it made the gingerbread latte less exciting but it was still delicious! The expresso was strong so for a non Coffee drinker like me it wasn't my favorite but my husband thought it was great. The pastry came out hot and was delicious. Everything came out fairly fast so even with the crowd we were there less than 30 minutes. I want to come back and try more drinks and a salad that seems up my alley. Please check out this locals establishment. You won't be disappointed!!

Great service and good coffee. The drip is on rotation and the espresso drinks are on point. Great…read moreservice always friendly and knowledgeable. Bonus, the doctor watches over you at the front to keep you safe.

This coffee shop is so cool and it kind of pulls on the heartstrings when I look at all the…read morepatriotic memorabilia on the walls and around the shop. Pale Horse Coffee is owned by retired military who I thanked for there service. Inside, the line moved pretty consistently with averages of 10-12 people waiting to order and pick up their beverages. For food, they only had some fresh made egg burritos pre-wrapped and in a warming display and a few fresh baked muffins. Their coffee selection and flavors to add are pretty tremendous and if you love coffee, you'll love this place because their service is so warm and friendly, just like their beverages. They offer free wifi which makes this place a great hang out for humans and their furry friends. On the morning that I stopped in there were 3 of the most beautiful and well behaved golden retrievers waiting patiently for their dog bone treat while their people waited for their drinks. Many other people were having business meetings and working remote. There is outside seating as well as plenty of seating inside and just as many electric outlets to keep the technology charged while the body charges from their delicious coffee. Parking is also free for up to 2 hours in the garage behind the shops. This is a wonderful well run coffee place!

Love Taxus Street Coffee! Not only is the coffee great, but the staff is super sweet and very…read moreaccommodating. We have brought adults with disabilities several times, and staff always does everything they can to make their experience great. Highly recommend!

Coffee was okay! They had a good speciality drink menu and drinks came out quickly. The iced…read morecinnamon roll latte was our favorite. They set up an area in Big Ugly Brewing that's not always there. The staff was really kind!!

The coziest coffee shop in VB!…read more From the baked goods, to the specialty drinks, Colattao has such great offerings. There is something for everyone here! I loved the cozy atmosphere here, especially the cute mismatched plates, mugs, and saucers. It feels like you're stepping into someone's chic and welcoming home. The cheese danish & leek and parmesan were absolutely delightful. My husband loved his vanilla cinnamon horchata and I loved my house coffee. Definitely the best hot coffee I've had in VB. We will be back!

Finally had the chance to try Colattao after hearing so many great things about it and it did not…read moredisappoint! I went the past two weekends in a row and everything we tried was delicious and satisfying. So good that I didn't get any good photos. Some of the food options we tried were the California sandwich, crumb cake, & cruffin. The California sandwich is amazing and a must try! The crumb cake and cruffin were also very good, but more on the sweeter side and my wife enjoyed them a lot! We also tried the strawberry vanilla matcha drink, matchai, coconut hazelnut latte and the spiced French vanilla latte. All very delicious and beautifully crafted. Even though it can get busy here, I don't feel overwhelmed at all as it is spacious and cozy inside. This spot is a must try and somewhere I'd go back often, not good for the wallet! Lol!

What a gem of a coffee shop! This is one of my favorite coffee finds to date in Hampton Roads. Is…read moreit anywhere near my house? Nope. A total nightmare to get to for logistically, but totally worth the hassle and the drive. This place is tiny so we lucked out getting seats. There are a few seats on a low top bar facing the street and a few more high top bar seats facing the kitchen. Not ideal for socializing, but we made it work, I found this place to be extremely kid-friendly even though it isn't necessarily catering towards kids. Tons of great food options - highlights being the strawberry french toast and the chicken bacon ranch wrap. Pretty sure these are both specials for February, but gosh they should keep them year-round. The gentleman cooking was great - from food to service. My coffee was good. Not superb, but hit the spot. My biggest wish for coffee shops is always homemade syrups but at least they use Monin. Overall, great experience and will definitely be back next time I stumble upon the area.

Service was amazing, the gal at cash register made my drink slightly less sweet as I requested and…read moreboth her and her coworker were really friendly. I went on a slow Monday morning so there was space to sit up on the bar as well as against the window of you wanted to get work done. It's a very small area but they make good use of the space. Lots of available parking. Next time I will definitely try out some food options.

Met the new owner JB, great guy with a great vision for the cafe. He roasts the coffee and it…read moretasted great. I also had a lovely ham, egg, and cheese croissant with fresh fruit. The quality and service were excellent. Parking and access were easy. Get in and give them a try!

Cute & yummy spot in deep creek. Owned by a former educator (go support!), and a great staff…read more I didn't love the oat milk option they use in their lattes, as it wasn't creamy enough, but I would try something else if I'm ever back in the area. I ordered the egg & cheese croissant sandwich with the bacon on the side, and it was crispy bacon like I like it! My girlfriend ordered a panini and was very happy with it (it looked delicious!).

I absolutely adore this cafe, with it being placed in a home that's secluded from the road it…read moreprovides the opportunity to feel detached from the hustle and bustle which is very nice! I love their options of drinks an biscuits, I've especially been craving their bacon and cheddar biscuit since I've last had it, and it's nice to go to a cafe that dos things a little differently than the standard! One thing I also adore about this location is how they will host small markets on the lawn outside the house! One time me and my friend finished chatting and having coffee and we unknowingly walked outside to see a bunch of vendors that weren't there before! It was so fun to walk around and speak with everyone, they were all so sweet and I ended up buying multiple things unplanned! I will say it can be a tight squeeze between the doorway and the counter when ordering as the hallway is small and the line can grow rapidly. But if it's not cold outside or busy there then it's not really an issue at all! I'm sad that they aren't open past 1-2PM most days, but that's understandable given the business they run and thier location! Overall, I couldn't recommend tho place more for anyone wanting a new study spot or place to try out in general in VB!

Stopped in this past Sunday; we tried some seasonal specialty drinks, and, as always, the coffee…read morewas great. They weren't too busy and worked through the line quickly. Plenty of room to grab a coffee and read a book or hang out indoors while the weather is cold. When it's nice, the outdoor area has plenty of seating. Next on our list is their other location to pick up some locally roasted beans.

I was at an art show and stopped by to get an iced coffee. I got an iced latte with cream and a…read morepump of caramel syrup. Most places make drinks that are way too sweet, but my drink was perfect and tasted great!

Visited the food truck at the Norfolk Botanical Garden and it was awesome! I had the fresh lemonade…read moreand tried the caprese and portobello mushroom paninis. The food was made fresh, the women working the truck were super friendly, and the food was delicious. They had a nice selection of coffees that I would love to try another time. Highly recommend!

Been here 5 or 6 times now and I haven't been disappointed once! Pricing isn't bad, the food is…read moremade fresh and the portions are great, staff are friendly and the cafe is clean all the time. Definitely recommend getting a Croissant sandwich. Milkshakes are amazing and you can't miss out on the Dubai treats.

The artwork along the walls was fun to look at. My favorite piece was titled "Jasmine" and was hung…read moreover the table we ate at. There were plenty of tables inside yet I noticed many folks ordered their food to-go. They had a consistent flow of customers while we were there. I ordered an Acai bowl (they had a separate chalkboard menu with different types). The Acai part was good but the rest was just okay. The fruit tasted weird and it could have used more granola. If I returned I would order something different. Although they offer tons of sweet and savory crepes, my boyfriend got a plain one, along with a breakfast platter, and he said it was all yummy. His sunny-side eggs nearly looked fake because they were so perfect. Kudos to the chef on that one. I love that offer breakfast all day! They also offer some interesting milkshake flavors.

One thing I love about Apelu Island is that it's not just "another cute coffee shop" that are a…read moredime a dozen. It's Samoan-owned and you can feel the culture in the space and on the menu. The decor has Polynesian touches, the drinks and food nod to Samoan flavors (like taro and Spam musubi), and you can tell it's a true family business built with a lot of pride and hard work. My friend and I first heard about this spot and literally drove about 25 minutes from Ghent Norfolk over to Bel-Aire Norfolk just to try it out, and it still remains one of our favorite coffee shops in Norfolk. Totally worth crossing town for. On my first visit, I got the Apelu Island Iced Latte, a Taro Cupcake with vanilla icing and toasted coconut, and a Spam Musubi with egg. That combo right there? Dangerous. The latte was smooth and lightly sweet with that pretty taro purple, the cupcake was super moist with the coconut giving it that little crunch on top, and the Spam Musubi with egg was the perfect salty-savory bite to go with my coffee instead of the usual basic breakfast sandwich. Second visit, I pulled back up for their Taro Pumpkin Roll Latte with oat milk (one of their fall specials), and I'm still thinking about it. It tasted like fall but with that island twist; cozy, a little earthy from the taro, and not overly sweet. Just really well-balanced and comforting. The staff has been warm and welcoming every time I've gone in; smiling, chatting with customers, and making it feel like a neighborhood spot even if you drove in from across town. It's the kind of place where you can sit, catch up with a friend, get some work done, or just enjoy your drink and snack without feeling rushed. If you're anywhere in Norfolk and haven't tried Apelu Island Cafe yet, go. From the lattes to the taro treats to the musubi, it's one of those places that makes you want to become a regular. More people need to know about this place.

I visited Apelu Island while my daughter was getting her nails done in the area. I got an iced…read morewhite chocolate blackberry mocha and it was delicious! The service was quick and friendly and willing to help me with my order decision (so many things sounded good!) It was really cute inside and even had a little play area for kids with a little kitchen setup. I really enjoyed my visit!