50 Best Cafes near Timonium

“My wife and I have been ordering many of their dishes for a few years. Everything that we have tasted has been exceptional. I highly recommend this restaurant to all who want a great affordable meal.“

“Had a pleasant experience today that required multiple staff members help. I can’t remember everyone’s name but the floor manager and Nate at the service desk were wonderful, pleasant and super easy to talk to. Highly recommend this location!“

“Delicious food Absolutely the best service The owner is personable, gracious and extremely humble“

“Convenient location for anyone working or visiting this complex.

Vegetarian options: Soups and sandwiches are labeled.

Parking: Tons of accessible spots

Wheelchair accessibility: First floor close to the accessible entrance.“

“We went for lunch ,tomato soup and one got their summer strawberry salad..... and my sister got a sandwich....only issue was I had asked for an extra dressing.....and it was a 1/2 filled little container that they use for dressing..... I did not ask for an extra drop of dressing but a fully filled container!!!!“

“My husband and I had a late breakfast at the Timonium location on December 27, 2024. Upon arrival, at almost 11:30 AM, the hostess named Samantha, was seating another group of people. We watched Samantha clean tables, set place settings, before returning and seating us. We soon took note that this very pleasant hostess/greeter was taking on several jobs: we watched her methodically bus tables, return to awaiting guests in line and proceed to repeat the same process...while also being the cashier for departing guests who were paying their bill. As more and more people arrived, we watched Samantha's professionalism never waiver. Our waitress named Kelly was also pleasant. She quickly took our order and soon returned with drinks. Not long later, another kitchen helper returned with our plates of food. I commented on how well everyone was working and gave a special appreciation to Samantha. We observed Samantha rearrange tables to accommodate groups of people while maintaining her warm smile that revealed her love for her job and customers! The food was delicious, and the service was above standard. Employees at this location really work well together but Kudos to Ms. Samantha who worked above and beyond expectations!!!“

“I love this place because of the great menu. I am lactose intolerant but eat meat. There are few places that allow you to customize items to cater both of things (generally, if places have this many alternative milk and cheeses, they are vegan - which can be great to be fair. Many places have no alternative milk for coffee). I only go during off hours though, their busy hours are too intense for me (but that’s unavoidable because they are so popular).

I have taken a star off service for the manager and owner, because they took away required tipping (this was implemented during covid) and then told me that since ppl complained about it, this was “more democratic” . It was a really stupid excuse that was worded to appeal to my (assumed) politics. I KNOW your staff isn’t getting paid enough, this decision is cruel. Red Emma’s can afford to include required tips with orders, why can’t you?“

“we had a wonderful omlette bar for the teachers at our school! Glen was easy to work with and the food was great!“

“Randomly ordered this morning through DoorDash, and I found this place. what a gem. The food was absolutely amazing and super quick delivery into the city. sandwiches were still hot and gooey. So thankful they are not right down the street for me as I would probably give them all my money. keep up the good work.“

“Very swanky coffee and tea shop. The instrumental music and hip patrons made the vibes. I ordered the classico vegano with vegan sausage on ciabatta and a matcha oat latte. The matcha oat latte had just enough sweetener (you have to ask for it). The classico vegano was good as well. The staff was very delightful and pleasant. They knew their customers and although they had a rush they handled it with ease and remained calm and pleasant. The price was reasonable for what I received and to have the opportunity to dine-in. Overall, this is a great place to visit alone or couples for a nice cup of java or tea.“

“Been going to Sweet 27 for probably 12 years. My grandson is 6, this is his favorite spot. Friendly staff and great food.“

“We enjoyed our tea and sandwiches, but unfortunately they were out of the vegan mayo (I’m allergic to raw eggs). When it came to the scones we were deeply disappointed! They were dry and crunchy! When I brought them back they apologized and said they would make fresh ones. We sat down and chatted enjoying our teas. When we realized it had gone a long time, I went back to the counter and asked. They looked sheepishly as they realize they forgot them in the oven and they were even crunchier. So they promised they would make a new batch, a THIRD batch for us. When they finally arrived. They were hot a little bit crunchy, but the texture was very strange. It was not like any other scones I’ve ever had before. I have been to Emma‘s before, I’ve been to other tea room, I have had scones in Europe, I have made scones myself, but these were strange… we figured that these had been baked in an air fryer because the texture was so strange. So the scones were big let down, especially since we had to pay separately for the clotted cream and the jam that was an almost another $12 just for that. I will never have scones here again.“

“This is an absolutely delightful place. It has indoor and outdoor seating with a very cozy atmosphere. The food was very good and the service very pleasant. The buttermilk biscuits sound simple, but they’re a delicious and filling option if you’re looking for something that’s not too sweet. The neighborhood (36th St) offers a lot of interesting places to check out, too.“

“such an amazing experience, some dishes are served in a tea pot, tea and dessert are amazing. One of my favorite places to order food from and to dine in person. My favorite afghan spot in the city! they also sell rugs and tea sets which adds to the atmosphere“

“This beautiful little cafe in Hampden near JHU is such a gem. The open-faced toasts are full of flavor, and the croffle is a fun and tasty treat! As a picky coffee lover, I was genuinely impressed by the vanilla sweet cream cold brew—smooth and well-balanced. The strawberry matcha is also a must-try for any matcha fan! Cozy atmosphere, super friendly staff—highly recommend stopping by!“

“Best chicken salad sandwich on sour dough bread I ever had.“

“Went to Ashland Cafe last Saturday night... The food was great the band was great but our waitress was exceptional...Becca went above and beyond with her service.... She needs a raise... Well definitely be back!!!“

“Beautiful boutique hotel with friendly staff. Check out the Speak Easy and rooftop restaurant. Mt Vernon park is just across the street and Mt Vernon marketplace is just 2 blocks away.“

“Hard to find any faults here! Super popular for good reason. We got there around 9:30 and were anticipating a wait, but we were seated within a few minutes. It’s a big space, but not too noisy. The food was incredible! I don’t think you can go wrong. I’d for sure go again and again!“

“A huge thank you to the folks at One World Cafe for coming to the Hopkins football tailgate crepe tent rescue. We discovered post game when it was time to start cooking for the team that we left our cooler of eggs and milk on the 7th floor of the Marriott parking garage. We had all the toppings but no crepe ingredients! Remembering all the great breakfasts I have had at One World (as a regular customer we have always received stellar service and food) I dashed across the street to see if they could spare some eggs and milk. Everyone was so friendly and kind and happy to help and saved the day with 8 eggs and a gallon of milk! Thank you so very much. Your kindness was much appreciated and helped our team celebrate our win! 5 stars for quality service and kindness and generosity as a bonus!“

“Our Mens Ministry had a fellowship breakfast earlier this month and we were beyond satisfied. The food, drinks and service was exceptional! We will continue to have our monthly fellowship here as long as they’ll allow. Speaking for the men who attended, we HIGHLY recommend this business and we’ve recommended it to other groups, family and friends.…“

“The staff were friendly and attentive even though the café was busy. The avocado toast had an amazing flavor profile with the goat cheese, nuts, and spices! I also really enjoyed the lemon bites - a great balance of zest, tartness, and sweetness! Would love to see some flowers or plants in the outdoor space someday :)“

“I come here every now and then and i must say out of all the cafes with baked goods in baltimore. This cute cafe tucked away in the ambassador apartments has the best savory breakfast pastries. There cakes and sweet pastries are phenomenal as well. The matcha cheesecake is bar none. And the coffee is solid too. I have no idea why anyone would ever choose to go to a chain like starbucks. Support your local economy.“

“Because I was in a big big hurry, the Guy behind suggested a list of items that will be quicker to make. I chose Pork Buns. Omg. They r really good. If you’re on the run as much as I am, great food to get“

“I got the delicious gluten free corn cakes with a fried egg and bacon. It was $20 but it was good, there was a nice outdoor seating area of 4 tables, it was a cute neighborhood, and I found parking. They also have gluten free bagels, buns, and their home fries look bomb, I'm going to try those next time.“

“The best pastries in town ! Always something new to try.“

“Still in soft opening until 1/26 but the pastries are delicious, attentive baristas, affordable price points and has a very cozy vibe for coffee dates :)“

“The food & service was excellent! My son LOVED the hot honey chicken sandwich. It actually made him dance lol! I got the vegetable soup to go for my dad & he absolutely loved it. Now he wants me to go back & buy as much as they're willing to sell me. The drinks & desserts were great too! If you're looking for a cute little breakfast or lunch place, I highly recommend. And if you like hot honey chicken, you have to try it!“

“I wasn’t disappointed in the pizza - it was very good, but with this being my first time ordering from there, I was disappointed that the pizza wasn’t hot. You can’t call in to order and have to order online. It tells you a pickup time. We arrived exactly at the pickup time and the pizza was warm but not hot. The app doesn’t seem to properly track the order, as it said the order was not yet even being prepared when we tried to track it (pizza was ready). I’m not sure if I’ll go back for this reason.“

“Dependable. Friendly. Relaxed.“

“Had their special rum drink. Quite tasty. 14.00
Then had the chicken liver hash hangover cure. Very very good. Presentation was terrific. Eggs were perfect overeasy
I think it was 16.00 (maube 17.00) drinks and food there are inventive and not sloppy. I had a zekes coffee there too 5.00. More than I wanted to spend, but everything was carefully prepared, like in a super exclusive downtown restaurant. Informal atmosphere. Not pretentious. Spent to much but really enjoyed it“

“Usually good food, but ordered the cauliflower soup this week and it was inedible and overpowered with rosemary. Even my friend who will eat anything wouldn't eat it. I hate food waste, but there was no way I could eat more than one spoonful.“

“I work upstairs so I frequent often. Breakfast and lunch, either or daily because the servings our generous enough for both. I have had it all, cold sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches and sandwiches off the grill. Regardless of what I order, it never disappoints. The Reuben is a favorite, lean Corned beef and cooked perfect on the flat top. I try to eat lite at work but felt like a burger today. I am tough when I am judging a burger, cause I’ve had more than any cardiologist would recommend in a lifetime, the mushroom burger was a 8.3/10. I can only remember one or two getting near the 9 score in my life so 8.3 is definitely something to be proud about. Only suggestion is put it in the small carryout box because wrapping it in paper with all the fried onions and mushrooms got the top bun covered in grease, but the burger was so good I quickly got beyond a greasy bun.
The open line only works when you have line-cooks as friendly, polite, and cool as your staff. Keep up the good work!“

“Amazing communal living in a beautiful location. So blessed to live with amazing people. The landlord, Angelo Otterbein, takes great pride in securing a clean, well maintained property for all of us to enjoy! Whenever an issue arises, he's prompt in addressing and resolving. THANK YOU ANGELO! #GOODLIVING #greatlandlord #wonderfulcommuntiy“

“awesome. theyve only had two hiccups. 1 time they put cheese all over my food and i dont eat cheese They remade the whole order. the other time they gave me chicken dried out. the did not fix that. with those two incidents aside this is a awesome place to grab dinner. im glad manna cafe doesnt deliver because they would have all my money.“

“Ive passed this bakery a billion times saying Id stop and im so glad we did. Their peach danish is the best ive had around here. Do yourself a favor a stop in for a little treat, you will NOT regret it!“

“Artifact is a cozy coffeehouse with such a fantastic vibe. It is also a fabulous spot for an intimate wedding reception.“

“It was so nice that one of the staff took the time to write a sweet message on my drink that made me smile 😊“

“250828 - By the time we reached Sparks, the muffins had begun to take effect; we were low on fuel, having come off the highway, aware wet were close to ‘Empty’ in unfamiliar country. Nervously looking for a gas station, ambling along our way back to Canada after a week in the capital. Some said we were brave to visit, we never minded, soaked it all in, we were just there to check on our American cousins, see how y’all were making out in a rather turbulent time. Loved the rolling countryside and gorgeous homes in the area - hmmm…a preserve of the ‘horsie set?’ we thought. Now, even lower on fuel, we caught the sign and stopped at TFS. We surveyed the place, quirky storefront and round the back which felt surprisingly, decidedly chill. Straightaway, we struck up a conversation with a friendly physical therapist, because we’re that kind of chatty. Had a spontaneous, lovely and wide-ranging chat including the whole family. A delicious milkshake, I think a cookie, and couple washroom breaks later, our new friend sent us on our way to the Exxon down the way and a nearby turnoff to get us back en route to the north land. Felt really good to meet a kind helpful soul along the way, the kind of people we wanted to show the kids, and we somehow knew we would certainly meet on our drive into NY, PA, MD, VA, DC. Now back in the land of the silver birch, home of Lord Stanley’s sport and the ‘double-double,’ I am just reading about your late friend Rosa and how much she’d touched you all and your beloved TFS :) Nice lil place. Glad we got to stop by and say hello :) Best regards, hope to see you again“

“We stumbled upon The Nook upon accident, having a little bit of extra time before an appointment. The service is great, and the food is even better. As a family that is next door at Hopkins far too often and always disappointed in the food and service, this was a breath of fresh air.“

“ISB is our community hub, great leadership and community Mashaallah“

“Love their breakfasts!!! Love that their love pups too.“

“Everyone there are so nice and friendly and the food!!!! Omg!!!! The croissants are out of this world!!!! Specially the chocolate ones!!! They are huge and so delicious!!!! I will add photos next time!!!! This little coffee shop is a Gem!!!!!“

“As a vegetarian this place has been essential to my time at John Hopkins. I've tried the Mediterranean breakfast sandwich, paneer Tika misalla, veggie dilla, and their falafel. All have been delicious, and has me craving their food. Prices are also very reasonable. Staff is friendly.“

“Avenue Cafe in Towson is a wonderful staple of the community and can always be counted on for tasty lunch and breakfast food. The staff is always so wonderful and kind, service is quick, and the food is always delicious! I highly recommend this as a lunch location for anyone in the area!“

“The food is exquisite here!! The employees provide quick and efficient service. The food was packed with flavors and seasoned to my liking. The perfect lunch , was fast and casual. Surprised it’s not blown up with popularity by now. Will definitely be ordering again!!“

“For a dining facility, this place allows a very satisfactory dining experience. Either breakfast or lunch, you can rely on an affordable and edible meal. Can you compare it to the student union meal court? Yes, there is decent competition here for good food. Highly recommended if you cannot afford chick fila.“

“Really wished this business would open again. It provided a great community service to the business park. Best food! Best prices! Best staffing of peoples with disabilities delivering phenomenal service and quality food. Please open again! I miss the fried chicken most of all!“

“Excelente servicio Agradable atención Ideal para hir con la familia“