12 Best Cafes near Forest

“They have the best food. It is just like eating at your Grandmothers house.All the food is so so good. Ervin and I eat out there often and we have never had to send anything back. All of the food is really good. The waitresses are GREAT too. Very personable and work well as a team. Top notch in my book.“

“Delicious food and amazing staff!! Great place for lunch with the girls or a date night with the hubby.“

“Butter believe it, this place won me over. I was skeptical at first, but the coffee was way better than anything else around, the latte hit the spot, and the pastries were unbelievable. The staff was incredibly kind. If you’re in Boonsboro, make this your weekly treat.“

“Absolutely love this place. Food is always good. Definitely recommend the soup, different one daily and I've never been disappointed. Soup is served with bagel chips which add nice crunch to soup. Interesting selection of sandwiches which are served on bagels, wraps, and specialty breads. Staff is totally awesome...warm and welcoming as soon as you step in. Will return very soon :)“

“While you may have to wait a while for your order the staff is very nice. They often have to deal with many, many students at a time yet they handle the stress and load very well. For a busy Starbucks they do quite well. Only issue is they often run out of certain ingredients due to having so many customers in a day.“

“The cinnamon sugar, and the naked donut are my favorite! Sad that I discovered this place as I’m ready to move away from the area.“

“A great cup of coffee is not easy to find when you’re traveling, but after visiting Joe Bean’s I now have a spot in Virginia. Great coffee, friendly staff, awesome selection and delicious pastries. We Will definitely make this a regular stop when we are in the area.“

“Ate there the other day food was delicious. The people who run the place are very nice to! Close to the hospital.“

“I was exploring Lynchburg over the weekend and stumbled upon Troublemaker Coffee, tucked right into the heart of a charming local toy and book store. Walking into what felt like a beloved community institution and finding serious third wave coffee inside was one of those delightful surprises that make travel worthwhile.

I ordered an oat latte and watched the barista work a gorgeous La Marzocco machine with the kind of confidence that comes from real skill. You can always tell when someone knows their equipment, and this crew clearly does. The espresso pulled beautifully: rich, balanced, with that syrupy consistency that signals fresh beans and precise extraction. They use Oatly, which is hands down the best oat milk for coffee. It steams to that perfect microfoam consistency and has the richness to stand up to good espresso without overwhelming it. The latte art was almost too pretty to disturb.

The result? Absolutely delicious. Smooth and creamy, with the espresso cutting through just enough to remind you this is coffee, not a milkshake. It’s that ideal balance that’s surprisingly hard to find, even in cities with competitive coffee scenes.

But what really won me over was the atmosphere itself. Surrounded by books and toys, with the gentle ambient sounds of a well loved local shop, Troublemaker offers something increasingly rare: a genuine third place where you can settle in, read, and just breathe for a while. The servers were fantastic, warm and attentive without hovering, checking in at exactly the right moments.

I was also glad to see they sell Slowpoke sourdough loaves. Clearly they know quality when they see it.

It’s the kind of spot that makes you wish you were local. If you’re visiting Lynchburg, bring a book, order that oat latte, and give yourself permission to linger. Troublemaker will make it worth your while.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“The service was phenomenal and the coffee and pastries tasted amazing. I'm not sure why this place has a lower rating, the prices are fair for the service being rendered. If you're wanting a cheap coffee, this place isnt for you. But if you have the extra money or just want to show a little local appreciation, this is the place to be. Thanks for making the weekend at the conference center a memorable one! Can't wait to come back to Lynchburg just to visit you guys!“

“High quality food, great service.!!!“