THE COOKIES HERE ARE SOOOOO GOOD! I honestly did not even know I was a cookie person until I…read morediscovered Batch 22. This is a small business run by 2 owners who are incredibly kind and welcoming. They feature new flavors every month, and since they just hit their one year anniversary this month, they are giving out a free birthday cookie with every order (delicious btw)! FLAVORS: I tried the Ube Dulcey, Red Velvet, Chocolate Chip, and Earl Grey. My absolute favorite has to be the Ube Dulcey because it has the perfect balance of a crisp exterior and a soft, moist center. It's really outstanding! The Earl Grey was a thinner cookie with a really pleasant floral fragrance and a great texture that was both crispy and chewy. I love that there's always something new to look forward to with their monthly rotations. I can't wait to come back and see what other creative flavors they come up with next!

I am not usually a cookie person, but Batch 22 Bakery completely changed my mind…read more I stumbled across this spot in Los Gatos on a whim and decided to check it out. One thing I love is that they rotate their menu every month, so there is always something new to look forward to. They also offer two styles of cookies: the classic thinner cookies that are perfect for dunking in milk, and their signature thick, stuffed cookies. I went with the White Matcha and Ube Dulcey, and both easily exceeded my expectations. Neither was overly sweet, which I really appreciated, and the fillings were incredibly generous without feeling overwhelming. Every bite was rich, balanced, and surprisingly satisfying. They are definitely on the pricier side, but the quality and creativity make them worth trying at least once. I am so glad I discovered this hidden gem. A solid 4/5 from someone who is usually not a cookie fan.

They have a good variety of ice cream flavors to choose from! I believe they use Straus as their…read morebase so the quality is there. I chose to do a DIY regular taco with s'mores ice cream, peanut butter dip, and oreo toppings. The flavors mixed so well together! None of it was overpowering the other, so you're able to enjoy each bite and not feel overloaded by the end. They freeze dry the taco as well so it doesn't melt right away once it hits your hands. This is the perfect place to grab a sweet treat on any occasion! BIG heads up though, it can get extremely busy especially on a weekend (was here on a Sunday evening). I think we went on a day where they might've been short a few people, but we did wait over an hour for our order. From my observations there is a process for the tacos. They have to mold the ice cream in, then keep it in the freezer for a few minutes for it to hold its shape, and customize it after. If you're willing to wait that long for ice cream then I'd say this place is definitely worth it.

there wasnt much of a wait when we went and our tacos came out fairly fast. there were a lot of…read moreoptions and they also had vegan options too. few seating inside but enough to finish the taco and dip. i got the dubai chocolate ice cream + milk chocolate dip + pistachio, it was pretty good and surprisingly kind of filling. i couldnt taste much of the ice cream flavor bc it was overpowered by the chocolate dip so i would probably try it without the dip next time. a positive experience overall and im glad i tried it!!

Excellent service--a beautiful spot for anyone wanting to enjoy delicious ice cream and wonderful…read morecookies.

Been a while so time for an update. Came here after dinner to get a sweet treat, and I was not…read moredisappointed. They honestly did such a great job revamping the place. Now when you go in, everything feels so cozy. The staff is also very friendly and always keen on giving you ice cream to sample. I got a small ice cream cookie sandwich with ginger molasses, which was very gingery and very flavorful. Decided to pair it with strawberry and cream ice cream from Marianne's in Santa Cruz. Ice cream was delicious as always actually tasted of fruit and not of fake flavorings.

This was my second time at Salt & Straw, and I'd definitely come back again! I got the Hazelnut…read moreCookies & Cream (V) since I'm lactose intolerant and always looking for good dairy-free options. It was so good! The chocolate tasted like real chocolate and didn't have that weird aftertaste some dairy-free ice creams have. You know how some vanilla dairy-free ice cream ends up tasting like coconut? This wasn't like that at all--it tasted authentic. They have a great variety of flavors, including both dairy-free and regular dairy options, and they even offer milkshakes, so there's something for everyone. The line was out the door, so I expected a long wait, but we were honestly in and out in about 5 minutes. The staff was quick, friendly, and attentive. Overall, a great experience, especially if you're looking for a dairy-free treat that doesn't taste like you're settling for less. I'd definitely be back!

Such good ice cream with even better customer service. There is usually a line because it is so…read moregood! I'm going to miss their summer flavor, cherry pie with almond crust, but salted malted cookie dough always hits the spot. Lots of seating outside and this mall is not pet-friendly.

Came here specifically for their Fruit pastry. The mango mousse was delicious with bits of mango…read more Earle grey macaron was good.

We tried the banana and raspberry mousse cakes. Since these are called mousse cakes, I was honestly…read moreexpecting them to be much more mousse-heavy. I usually love banana-flavored desserts, but the banana one wasn't for me at all. It had cake mixed in with the mousse, and it kind of felt like eating a super creamy banana bread, which actually made me a little nauseous. The raspberry one had a pretty big piece of cake inside too. I think I would've enjoyed both much more with more mousse, less cake. We tried them, but unfortunately they just weren't for us.

Dear lord, I could eat something from here every single day. Sweet dragon Baking Company is set up…read morein tiny little shack looking building in a parking lot with a liquor store. But don't let the humble appearance mislead you. This place is incredible. I don't know what their secret ingredient is, but my guess is love. I've been several times over the years and previously have had brittle and the small fruit hand pies. This time around I got a peach hand pie and decided to try a savory hand pie. There are so many incredible flavors to choose from, but I was in a meat and potatoes kind of mood and got the steak and stout. Imagine a gourmet pot pie. I put it in the air fryer for about 8 minutes, and that would be my recommendation to warm and crisp it up once you get it home. The steak was tender and plentiful, the potatoes were cooked perfectly and had a little crisp to each bite, and the buttery crust is flakey, tender, and flavorful. It was one of the best dinners I've had in a while. I was too excited to eat it so all I can share is a picture of the peach one, which I already know will be another delicious treat!

Berry pies have no other competitor - this is THE place to get them!…read more As mystical as a dragon is, this place has eluded me but I have finally stumbled across this little bakery. Sweetdragon, a frequent visitor of the local farmers markets in the San Mateo but also sells their wares through local cafes and shops, hosts this tiny shack primarily used for their bakes and window pickups seemingly in the middle of nowhere part of the city. Best to be reserved ahead of time but also offered on the spot orders assuming they have them in stock, the pies, galettes and brittles here are exceptionally crafted with the local community in mind. A lot of their ingredients are locally sourced so you'll know their treats are fresh and sustainable. When visiting this spot on Lincoln Avenue, pull up and park in the spots near the shop and once you've decided what you're planning to order or if you're here to pick up, press the button found near the window or table and the staff will greet you through the window. Pick up is quick unless you're like us and decided to order more after we arrived. We primarily came for their pies and galettes but upon visiting, we have discovered their brittles are also something to consider trying. But among their pies, their sweet berry pies contain the juiciest fruit I've had in pies and their savory double crusted pies are hearty and delicious. Black cherry hand pie/galette - bought this on a whim being a huge cherry fan. The fruits were bursting with flavor and the crispy crust was a fantastic complement to the jammy texture of the filling. Cherry galette - a bit more tart than its black cherry variant but still just as juicy! Despite its size, I felt like I could have eaten it all like one of their hand pies; not too filling but just indulgent enough for you to still want more after one or two slices. Triple berry galette - a wonderful medley of berries infusing their flavors and textures into each bite. Probably one of the most fun and delicious mixed berry pies I've eaten ever. Just writing about it now already has my stomach rumbling. Steak and stout double crust - don't sleep on this crust - it's the real deal and in addition to being crispy and buttery, that last few bites where the two crusts meet will stuff you up. The steak in this pie was meaty and flavorful, the veggies were soft and cooked perfectly, and the solid to liquid ratio was a clear example of their exceptional execution. For those looking to stock up for meals later, these pies stayed intact and tasty extremely well for at least a week and their posted reheating instructions were faultless. Based on this initial experience, there's no doubt that multiple pie orders are in store for future visits. Overall, if you're a fan of pies, you NEED to make a visit to Sweetdragon, find them at one of the local farmers markets, or pick up an order from one of their partners. The quality of the ingredients, flavors, and craft in constructing these sweet and savory dishes are reasons enough for you to take the plunge and experience it for yourself. You haven't experienced a true berry pie until you've had a taste of the dragon.

My husband and I finally stopped by after so many years. We had first discovered Charlie's…read moreCheesecake Works when they sold their assorted cheesecake poppers at Costco. We were surprised to find out that they stopped selling to Costco 5 years ago. It's been such a long time! The staff member greeted us when we entered. The menu was straightforward. There was one menu for flavors and another menu for sizes and prices. Since it was a while since we tried their cheesecakes, the staff member offered us cheesecake popper samples. I tried the Silicon Valley classic (ie. Classic New York), and my husband tried the blueberry. We took a bite of each other's picks. The cheesecake bites were fresh and really hit the spot for our cheesecake craving. We ended up buying a bambino in Silicon Valley classic flavor, since it was perfect for sharing. The staff member helped gave us storage tips for the cheesecake, since they don't use preservatives (additional plus in my book). We'll be back the next time we have an event! They share a parking lot with a corner mart and other small shops. Parking is typically plentiful when we've driven by.

Scrumptious surprise treat from the kiddos for birthday/Father's Day. I did not have the…read moreopportunity to try the goods so hubby is the one sharing his experience. Nor can the service and ambiance be rated because they arrived via door dash. The minis were enjoyable and well liked. The variety pack is a great idea to pick and choose the flavor of the evening. Next time, yup, next time, he wants to freeze them to be a little more solid.

Perfect morning for bakery/cafe lovers during opening hour after 8am/8:30am on a Thursday. Plenty…read moreof street parking in Japantown and before 9am, it's all free public street parking. Nice. I came specifically for B'anne Bakery. Clean, modern, organized, and great over the counter customer service. Love it. They make some of the best pastries here. Everything looks great and tastes great. Good vibes. Peaceful morning too. Basic sandwiches & beverages are decent and still affordable, but pastries/tarts are pricey. There's good quality options for good value here. I had the $10.50 vegetarian sandwich, $12 turkey & cheese sandwich, $4 plain small hot cup coffee, $6 hazelnut croissant, and $8 ham & cheese pastry. Very satisfying touch. Everything fits my tastebuds and are on point good, including the presentation and food textures. Fresh and delicious, perfectly made. Chicken & pesto sandwich can be purchased starting at 11am. There's plenty to try during future visits. Self service cafe bakery. Foods and beverage came out quick and ready. Tempting. B'anne Bakery is definitely for morning cafe bakery lovers who enjoy peace and tranquility. I'll be back for more. They don't have customer rewards program, at least not right now. It's on my wishlist. Overall, all positive inside. Glad I made time to stop by.

I stopped by Banne on a Friday for some coffee…read more The interior is clean with lots of natural lighting. It's a nice spot to study or catch up with friends. The man working was super friendly and greeted me immediately. I ordered an iced hazelnut latte. an iced caramel latte, and a cookie. I would've ordered more food, but I wasn't super hungry. It was super tempting though because all of the food/pastries looked so good! The coffee was just what I needed. Lately, it feels a lot of places water down their espresso with too much milk, so I enjoyed actually being able to taste my espresso. I also liked that there was some cold milk foam on the top. It was definitely a better than average latte. The cookie was very good too. Super soft and chewy! I plan on returning to try their pastries, fresh baked bread, and sandwiches!