Drove by this place a handful of times and finally decided it was time to check it out. So glad we…read moredid, the menu has so many good sounding options it was hard to choose which i wanted more (guess I'll have to go back, oh nooo...). I got the thanksgiving croissant and it hits that Thanksgiving leftover vibe so well haha. It is also *massive* which is great--leftovers of the leftover sandwich! The people were kind and while you wait for your order to be made you can browse the shop attached to the cafe. From handmade blankets to walking sticks to lotions to classic Coca Cola bottles, you never know what you'll run into. All in all, highly recommend checking them out and I'm eager to make a trip back to see them again.

Wonderful friendly staff! This isn't fast food- it's made to order. But the store is fun to peruse…read morewhile waiting!

I had a lovely afternoon tea at The Book & Bee last year (2025), so I would give this place four to…read morefive stars for that experience alone. I tried to go back this year, and am so appalled by the customer service (or lack thereof) that I will now give it 0 stars, so settled for two since I can't do two and a half. Yes, the food and ambiance were wonderful in 2025. I tried to book another afternoon tea party and called a month and a half in advance. This was to celebrate multiple birthdays with a group of busy moms so wanted to get it on the calendar. No one called me back despite the voicemail saying that we would hear back "promptly." I left two more messages in a span of two, three weeks and still nothing. I even emailed, no response. Finally, a friend stopped by in person and was told that the cafe would be short staffed the weekend we wanted the reservation for so the manager needs to see if there are enough people working before confirming. Okay....but why wouldn't you call back to tell me that? Our requested reservation is tomorrow and I still have not heard back from anyone. This is abysmal customer service. As mentioned, food was good but not good enough to treat potential customers like this. Hard pass from now on and will not go back or recommend. *Editing to respond to Victoria -- those were the dates I called and left voicemails. Perhaps there was a phone issue on your end, but I did not even get a missed call. My friend who stopped by in person spoke to a manager. She had to go by twice due to the manager not being available the first time. I also did not get an email response.

I came here to say with my sister because we grew up with a tea cafe and missed the aesthetic and…read morewow was I SHOCKED in the best possible way. Not only was the decor and aesthetic inviting and so detailed but the food was delicious and the service amazing (Jade). We went all out with cauliflower bisque, two different teas and scones (The Hobbit and The Highlander teas), a blueberry cobbler cheesecake and a limoncello. Every part of the meal was delicious. We absolutely will be back and can't wait to try the other teas. We also were able to take the leftovers for our tea pots and this makes me so excited! So many great bookish references -- it made my nerd heart happy

Classic old school diner. Soup was fantastic and the grilled cheese on sourdough was a great…read moreselection. Very local kind of place. Staff were very friendly and checked on us frequently. Fun place to just hang out around the Main Street . Ice cream selections are numerous.

Fun place to grab an ice cream cone or have lunch while exploring Old Fort, NC. We had an ice cream…read morecone (cookies and cream!) then visited a museum and several other places, then came back later for lunch. Staff is very friendly and food is good and reasonably priced. And the place has a cozy atmosphere as well - we saw a fair amount of regulars come in for lunch while were we there which is generally a good sign. :)

Always enjoy browsing bookstores, and seeing another independent bookstore, I had to make a quick…read morevisit. Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe is at the heart of downtown Asheville and blends well with other local businesses. The bookstore has its charm. The bookstore carries many tending and new releases of books. I'm intrigued that the bookstore hosts weekly events and some quirky magnetic and trinkets.

Malaprop's will forever be one of my favorite indie bookstores. I first fell in love with it back…read morein 2021 when I lived in AVL. I liked the name so much because I was the type of person who used malaprops a good amount. It's extra charming because you're able to order something from their cafe while reading your book. This spot is deceptively huge. The different sections are very intentional and beautifully organized. I had an especially great time looking at the "Beautiful Books" section this visit. I ended up falling in love with a short stories book by Chips Hardy that I took home. I also adored their graphic t-shirts here. I am not a big t-shirt person, but always want more graphic tees, so was so excited to love this one so much. I had a really special experience with one of the booksellers here on my recent visit too. I could not find The Enchanted April in the fiction section and when I asked, one of the booksellers got really excited about the author and that book. She passionately told me how wonderful the book was. We were sad to see it was sold out, but suggested I check a bookstore a block over. I love this bookstore and think everyone should make it a stop on an Asheville trip.

The espresso was super tasty - and I'm particular as a home barista. The baristas were super…read morefriendly. Service was quick. Didn't get any food items, so no comment there. Interior of the cafe was rustic but felt homey. Would definitely go back just for the espresso alone.

This coffee shop was near our vacation rental, so we decided to stop here for breakfast on our way…read moreout of town. They are super eco friendly, offering real plates, mugs, cups, and even metal spoons for stirring. They also have compostable cutlery people can grab for takeout items. There is a small bookstore inside, so the atmosphere is very relaxed and studious. The baristas were so friendly to us and everyone else. We loved hanging out here, having breakfast, and watching as other patrons came and went. The biscuits and scones are a must try! I also loved my smoothie, and the coffee is very solid!

An absolutely perfect lunch spot - SO glad we made the walk from downtown to try our luck at…read moreMother. This cosy, comfortable cafe is part-bakery, part-restaurant, and has a beautiful patio for warmer days. The front of house team was all female the day we went, and worked together as a powerhouse to get through the busy lunchtime rush. We were seated pretty quickly at the bar area, so we were able to watch the kitchen at work. The team all seemed so organized and efficient - like watching masters at work! Food and drink menu options are delightful, and we really enjoyed the quiche (seasonal vegetables) and the insanely delicious beet and citrus salad. Portions are very generous and food comes out quickly. The server talked us through wine options by the glass, gave tasters and great recommendations. We later learned that Mother supplies bread to other restaurants in the area - no surprise, it was fantastic. Will be returning every time we're in the area.

Food is Michelin quality with reasonable prices and large portions. What's not to like?read more

Stopped in for an afternoon coffee while visiting Chimney Rock. I had a delicious Carmel latte…read more The lady was very friendly and we talked about the rebuilding that Chimney Rock is going thru after the hurricane. They had coffee and cold drinks. T-shirts and souvenirs. There is a small area in the back to sit and also outdoors on the. Deck overlooking a beautiful stream.

My husband and I stopped in last weekend for a coffee treat while driving around the Chimney rock…read morearea. The first thing I saw in front of this business was a Puppy Pit stop bowl of water, and I was instantly glad we stopped. What a small yet immensely thoughtful gesture! Now, on to the drinks! My husband ordered a mint frappee and I ordered an iced coffee with cream and toffee syrup. The owner and employee were so friendly and we had great conversation for about 10 minutes. The drinks were both beautiful and delicious. The river runs right behind the coffee shop and we walked down to enjoy the view with our coffee. It was a great experience. Rating from F to A +++, It gets an A+++.