“I was looking to support a dessert spot that is black owned and my client found Apple Core. I went there and got the lemon coconut cake. It had a genuine homemade taste. Not super sweet...just right to satisfy my sweet tooth?And the owner is super sweet. She loves what she does and it shows. I love supporting a good business with great customer service.?“
“We were looking for a place to stop to eat on the way home from DC. So happy we found Bon Fresco! We got the London Broil sandwich and the Fresh Mozz and Tomato sandwich. Both were fantastic! We ate them so fast we forgot to take pictures! The bread was perfect. Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. If we weren't full we could have eaten multiple of each. The staff was very friendly and the service was fast and pleasant. There are plenty of tables to sit down and eat and the ambiance was that of a deli. We loved it! If we are ever back in Columbia, MD we will definitely hit up Bon Fresco again!!“
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“I had no idea what we were in for. What a pleasant surprise! You know it's an exceptional spot when there is a swarm of people continuously going in and out--nonstop. Busy, busy, busy! When you walk in you are serenaded with easy acoustic music and your nose goes in overdrive due to the numerous sweet aromas--chai, espresso, cakes, breads and pastries. The back and right sides are areas deemed for sitting, gathering, studying and...eating! The cash wrap is in the middle section and the items for sale are on the left. There is NO direction or signs on how or what to do when you get in so I figured I'd make my review a bit of a guide: If you're here solely for picking up an order, making a custom order, grabbing a slice of cake or for coffee, you can go straight to the cash wrap. If you are here for pastries (etc.), you'll start on the left. This area is self-serve. Grab a tray, a tray liner and OPEN the little disinfectant oven container to grab a pair of tongs. Brace yourself. You are now ready to turn around into the abyss of desserts. DON'T THINK ABOUT CALORIES. DON'T THINK ABOUT BEING JUDGED FOR ADDING 100 TREATS TO YOUR TRAY. TREAT YO'SELF. Along the wall are breads, coffee beans, and other bagged items. The containers in the middle of the section contains all the freshly made items which you can open yourself and use your tongs to place them on your tray. Each item has a display card that includes ingredients and calorie information. If you want to remember what you selected, take a picture because the packaging is not English. *In addition to the pastries, there are cakes and cake pieces--cake pieces are only available until they last--you MUST try one. Cakes is what Tous Les Jours excels at. The cake section is on the left side of the cash wrap. If you want cake, you'll order it at the cash wrap. I tried the sweet potato pastry (5/5), the melon bread (2/5), strawberry shortcake (2/5), chai tea (3/5), milk crème bread (5/5), strawberry yogurt cake (5/5). It is officially my favorite bakery.“
“This the best donuts I have ever had! Those donuts not just delicious, they are perfect, beautiful treat to feel yourself with happiness! The also have different promotional offer - so, today I received a free makeup gift which is full size bottle of foundation, is not it amazing! Love you, guys, and ready to spend 45 minutes to drive!“
“I absolutely love this bakery. I found them when we were looking for someone to do gluten free for our wedding. Their service was great and our cake and cupcakes were delicious. They even helped us figure out the design we wanted. Since then we come here regularly for special occasion desserts, or just for a treat.“
“The BEST pizza I've had in the area.... maybe ever. The crust is exactly what pizza crust should be- crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Perfect amount of sauce and the meats were delicious. We ordered the Burrata Margherita and Carnivore pies along with a cannoli. It was all SO good! I won't order pizza from anywhere else again“
“I got exactly what I wanted. The cake was just perfect in design and delicious. Heidy came through for my daughter in short notice and I 100% recommend her services if you want quality and delicious cakes. Thanks Heidy, you made my Princess’s day and I am definitely coming back.“
“Excellent matcha cafe with delicious and not too sweet desserts. The service was fast and easy. They have kiosks that you can use to order on your own. It feels as though you've stepped into Kyoto yourself with the decorative design in the cafe. It's quiet if you're looking for a place to study or it's a great gathering for friends. Their milk tea boba cake and matcha twist soft serve are so delicious!“
“So unassuming, but this must be hands down the best breakfast sandwich I've had anywhere else nearby. Can't help but notice the display of pastries and treats, you can bet I'll be back to give them a try! Don't bother with the boring, dime-a-dozen chains nearby, you'll be glad to have checked this place out.“
“This is an awesome bakery! I ordered a bridal shower cake, and it was perfect! Every detail that I requested was made! Not only was the cake beautiful, it was delicious! There were many compliments given! I recommend this bakery for all of your special occasions. The cookies are also divine!“
“Georgia Grace Cafe is 5/5 in every way! Everything I’ve had there is absolutely delicious and you can just taste how fresh everything is. The atmosphere is super cute and matches the vibe of Historic Ellicott City perfectly. If you’re looking for a healthy breakfast or lunch, GG is the way to go!“
“Absolutely adorable cafe with excellent customer service! Food and coffee was excellent. This is a hidden gem! We had the Easter special French Toast stuffed with carrot cake and it was heavenly! The crispy chicken picante and fries were perfect!“
“They made a cake for my dad’s military funeral at Arlington. The cake ended up being more spectacular beyond my imagination!!! And it was absolutely delicious!!!! The cake was so moist and the decorations were impeccable. I ended up giving several of our guests the name of this bakery! I will use them any time I need a cake and you should also.“
“I haven't been here in awhile, but it was a great discovery. It was a bit difficult to locate the entrance, but well worth the effort. Service is friendly, fast & efficient. Best of all, the bakery items are delicious. It's a straightforward, lovely bakery with talented bakers. Time to pay them another visit!“
“This was my first time here and the cakes are delicious! But the most impressive about this experience was the customer service. I was greeted, walked through the process, given tons of samples and they even loaded the car for me so the cake that I ordered would transport safely.This place is almost 40 minutes away from where I live, but totally worth the trip! I will return often!!!“
“The BREAD!!! If you know, you know.........we have loved the food and service from Bon Fresco for many years and both are absolutely spectacular. Everyone raves about the london broil sandwich (rightfully so) but all their sandwiches, salads, soups, and deserts have been top notch.“
“Nothing Bundt Cake is outstanding! Everything we have tried has been outstanding! The Bundt's are outstanding and the staff is super friendly! My office will be using them in the future for all of our office birthdays! I highly recommend!“
“Absolutely love this place, when my I couldn’t get a custom cake for my daughters party I stopped by, picked a cake and stuck a topper in it. I got so many compliments about it! They also have a loyalty program so make sure to get the lunch card if you frequent here! Parking can be tight when it’s full, there’s about 3 businesses sharing one row of parking so that’s the only inconvenience, there’s additional parking adjacent though and just requires a little more walking.“
“Kendra is always incredibly accommodating! Not only that, but her products are out of this world and I promise you that her French macarons will be the best you’ve ever had in your life. Her superior customer service and out of this world products will keep me coming back every single time! We love Sweet Eden!“
“The coffee there is very good and they have creamer and sugar packages you can add yourself. They have delicious bread options too all for good prices. I also recommend trying or sharing their bingsu with friends. The store has a great atmosphere for doing work as well.“
“Bakery, cafe and boba bar. This cute little bakery has a variety of options for baked goods, pastries, coffee and boba. I love their twist glazed donuts and custard cream filled bread. It's always made fresh. The boba and espressos are delicious too. If you're looking for a celebratory cake, swing by and grab a cake. Their fresh cream cake with fruit on top is my favorite. The ladies in the bakery are friendly from the moment you walk in to the moment you walk out. Add this to your list to check out. You won't regret it.“
“I live across the road from Woodmoor Pastry Shop and have been here maybe close to a dozen times over the years. At first I was not sure what the fuss was all about, but now that I'm more of a regular and have sampled most of their product types, I know what's good. What's great about this shop is that they have a bit of everything, and much of it is made fresh daily, especially when it comes to bread, morning pastries and doughnuts. Things like cookies and cupcakes are probably not made daily, and at times I've had some cupcakes that were a bit dry. Where they stand out is what they make on a daily basis - the doughnuts and morning pastries and they make some decent breads and buns. The cookies have often been a miss for me as well as some of the other baked desserts. The cupcakes I would overall recommend the specialty ones, such as the Hostess and carrot cake. But what ends up bringing me into the shop on some mornings after my Saturday parkruns? The cronuts! They are big, fresh and oh so delicious. Even the day after, the are amazing (even more doughy and dense, in a good way!) The service is always fast and friendly and the price is very fair too!“
“Was trying to get an order placed for valentine's and after 6 different places either being rude or unable to help I found Smallcakes. Chris took my order and was both helpful and kind and even guided me through how I needed to place the order. The cupcakes looked and tasted amazing but the awesome customer service is what will keep me coming back.“
“Ordered a three-tiered chocolate cake for my parents’ 30th anniversary party for 100 people - it was worth every penny! It was just the right level of rich, sweet, and smooth. The texture was perfect and it tased delicious. So many of our guests complimented the cake and asked where we bought it from. I’ll definitely buy from this location again!“
“Kim is a Magician!! If you’re in the DMV area and are thinking about getting custom cookies this is your place!!! Kim did an amazing job with my son’s Five Guys themed cookies. She is very professional and turns your vision into reality. I told her exactly what I wanted and she exceeded all expectations. The ordering and delivery process was fast, easy and hassle free. She even offered to meet half way and added an extra cookie with my son’s pic on it for his big day. Will definitely be coming back!!!“
“I love majority of their cakes. It really makes me happy that their carrot cake that typically would have nuts in it does not as a person with nut allergies but my favorite definitely is the white chocolate raspberry cake but please don't buy them all up because again, they're my fave.“
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“Located on the ground floor at the back of the building near the large parking lot. Follow the sweet smelling aroma to this place. Everything I tried tasted great. Will definitely be back.Parking: Plenty of street parking in addition to the parking lot.“
“Lovely bakery with a variety of cakes, pastries and savory goods as well. I was in a pinch to get a cake last minute for a gathering and passion bakery had a great selection of cakes in multiple sizes on display. I went with the mango mousse cake which was delicious. The mousse and cake were soft and fluffy. It had a good mango flavor and everyone loved the cake. The staff were very helpful in helping me pick a cake and wrapped it up perfectly that made it easy to transport. Would definitely come back to try other items on their menu.“
“Though pricey, this bakery elevates the food options in downtown Wheaton. The chocolate croissant is impressive. The bread has a great bite, it's flakey but not too crispy, it didn't taste stale at all, and it has a nice buttery aftertaste, and the chocolate inside is sweet and is a good size for a hefty croissant shell. It's the best item that I've had there. I always worry that bigger pastries sacrifice flavor, ex. Costco croissants.Oh and I loved the cheese and blueberry filling of the Danish, but I wish the bread was softer.I have had several pastries: tres leches, tiramisu, chocolate croissant, opera cake, and one kind of coffee: cortado.Their coffee has been good every time. Still a pricy but your only other option in this area is Starbucks in Safeway off Georgia. I'll take Oh La La instead!Their tres leches wasn't very good. And their tiramisu was a little too mushy for my taste. It's a shame because that's my favorite dessert. However, their opera cake was nice and the mousse or mousse-like items are very nice.“
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“I ordered a strawberry crumble 4 layer cake for my wife's birthday and it turned out fabulous! I really appreciate the awesome customer service that I received by the owner to ensure that my wife would be satisfied with the taste and the appearance of the cake. We will definitely go there again to try other items on the menu. Thank you again!“
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“The service is always good, prompt and polite. These are my favorite mochi donuts. I work nearby and love to treat myself after I get out of work. I also grab a bubble tea , since it is in the cafeteria with a lot to choose from. I think the chewiness to fluffiness ratio is perfect. I always get the Biscoff and the Ube. The flavor is amazing!!!! I recommend.“
“Just what I needed for a breakfast meeting. Good comfort food, nice people serving, casual atmosphere. They also have a fantastic bakery which I chose not to indulge in this trip but will be back again as this is the best bakery in our area, quite unsung.“
“Food was very delicious-i had the chicken friand and yogurt parfait and they were really good. Would get again. The only thing was the cashier was definitely not interested in helping. She seemed really inattentive and like she was annoyed. Then someone in our party didn't get their eggs so when she asked for them and said she wanted nothing on them they brought them out with tomatoes which she's allergic to. So she had to get them again which the waiter was really nice about so that's good.“
“This is a wonderful place to find exactly what you need for your next baking adventure--but also to browse and discover things you didn't know you needed. Wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable staff (who give great advice), and reasonable prices! I can't wait to check out their classes.“
“The best empanadas I’ve ever had. Me and my wife had to keep going back for the potato and chicken empanada, but they sell out fast! We always pick up a fruit tart or bread while we’re at it. It’s our favorite bakery in the area since we moved to Wheaton last year.“
“Tried the Ube Overload cake and Ube flan- just the slices first at $5.39/slice. Both delicious, but I definitely prefer the ENTIRE ube overload cake for $41+ for next time. The $7 halo halo with mango ice cream (instead of Ube) also looks good and might try soon.“
“The best little bakery! Their cupcakes are soooo good and great variety of flavors. The frosting is legit! Love the German chocolate and salted caramel. The croissants are also great! They usually do pre order king cakes during Mardi Gras. The service is always fast and friendly.“
“Edited: We continue coming back for macaroons and have had much better experiences since. Looking forward to more GF options!Original: I’ve been going for macaroons for a couple months, and coffee sometimes, but today I decided to try a hot cider with bourbon with my partner. They carded both of us, made a deal about it, and forgot to make my drink. The person who carded us proceeded to say “you ordered two?” like they didn’t check both of our cards and the receipt said 2. In fact, we watched the person behind the bar make my partner’s drink, 3 more alcoholic drinks, clean up, and put everything away. We stood waiting and staring and trying to call for someone. We ordered to-go… if you see people standing and waiting at the front, and trying to catch someone, doesn’t it mean they’re missing something? I’ll be back for macaroons, but forget getting an overpriced drink that’s made without effort and the most you get is “sorry about that”. Don’t get me wrong, their coffee and macaroons are amazing, and I’ll probably be back - but I regret tipping today and I won’t be wasting my money on a boozy drink again.“