What a charming bakery/coffee shop in a super cute almost European nook in town. If you're…read morevisiting, I definitely recommend taking a drive to this area. Progressive area - Seems to be... There wasn't line when we got there but the crowd usually follows us for some reason so by the time we left there was standing room only and a line out the door. The bakery items were very fresh and tasty. I loved the Swedish gingerbread cookies - light and crisp. The lemon bar was delicious. They also have sandwiches that liked really good. Coffee - I got a vanilla latte extra sweet (no lavender) and my daughter said it was one of the best. I thought it was pretty good. I would go again when back in Birmingham!

Any time I head out of town (Huntsville), I try to find a local pastry and/or coffee shop…read more Visiting Birmingham, I had all lot of options; Continental wound up being the call for pastries. Nestled in the Mountain Brook area, it's a little hard to see but is right next to Chez Lulu, which I think is a sister restaurant. Parking is a little tricky but manageable. I got there fairly late so the selection was a bit picked over, but I still got a good array of treats to bring home. Service was a touch slow but friendly. They were fairly busy. There's no room to eat inside or outside that I could discern; it's exclusively a take and go type of place. I got two pecan sandies to share with my parents, who were along for the ride, and then a cardamom bun and a peanut butter cookie for later. Sadly, I don't feel like any of the pastries really wowed. The pecan sandies were a little too dry (even as sandies go) and the pecans didn't taste toasted nor were they especially plentiful. The peanut butter cookie was the best thing, though it too was a little on the dry side - nice PB flavor though. I straight up didn't like the cardamom bun. The cardamom flavor was completely overwhelming, to the point it wasn't sweet at all, and instead tasted almost medicinal. The texture was nice but I couldn't finish it. Perhaps I arrived too late to order their specialties. I know they specialize in European goodies so if I return I'll make sure to try a croissant or something similar.

This is a nice Publix location. When I'm in the area, I always ending up coming here to get some…read moreshopping done. The store is clean. The guy cashier didn't really engage much on my recent visit. I got the impression he was new. The bag girl was way more friendly and outgoing. I never have any issues when I come to this location in Moody, Al.

Publix has become the leading name in the supermarket field here in the southeast. Once you…read moreexperience a Publix supermarket yourself, I am confident that you will understand how Publix has become such an iconic supermarket brand and has developed such a loyal customer base down here in the southeast. Publix has created a solid reputation by offering incredible customer service, great BOGO (buy one, get one free) deals, and we cannot forget their subs, which are affectionately known as "Pub Subs." Coming from New Jersey, a state known for their great subs, in a way, it hurts me to state that a supermarket has some of the best subs in the area. But it is also a 100% true statement. Publix subs are very good. My go-to sub is probably their Italian sub, which is truly a tasty offering. I also enjoy their roast beef and cheese sub. I would definitely recommend upgrading it by using Boar's Head meat. It is definitely worth the small upcharge. It is great to see Publix expanding beyond the boundaries of their home state of Florida and spreading throughout the southeast. Not only am I happy about it, but I am confident that the communities where Publix opens a location in are very grateful for a Publix opening by them. I would definitely recommend this particular Publix location or any Publix location for that matter and I give it five stars.

I stopped by their booth this morning at Pepper Place Farmers' market. All of their food…read more(including lovely macaroons) looked wonderful. We bought a blondie type of cookie and a chocolate chip cookie - both were huge and absolutely delicious! Their food was great and they were so nice. Highly recommend them.

THANK YOU FOR HAVING GLUTEN FREE!…read more When I'm visiting other states I'm often heartbroken by the lack of Gluten Free options. Not here! Montgomery was so darn good to me! I can't wait to stop by again next month as we road-trip through again. Also, must be noted, these cupcakes are SWEET. There is icing for days. They are large and delicious. If you don't have a big sweet tooth, like me, scoop it off and feed it to your husband who does have a huge sweet tooth, like mine does. Haha Again, super sweet staff, delicious cupcakes, alternative lifestyle options. What more could ya want?

Yummy treat that brightened my day! I had the Oreo cupcake (chocolate with an oreo flavored icing),…read moreand even better the inside was filled with cream - a cute surprise! The icing is very sweet and plentiful (reason I am giving 4 stars instead of 5) so if you do not like a lot of icing this may not be the place for you. The icing is about the same size as the actual cupcake but it's still delicious! And the mini oreo on the top was a nice, cute touch. The actual cake part of the cupcake was delicious, it had a very warm and comforting taste - not too sweet and not too bitter! I would definitely come back here for a cupcake again to help fight the "pandemic blues!"

I don't know how I missed writing a review over the years; I see I've posted pictures, but never…read morethe review! Savage's is a Birmingham/Homewood staple. Many people have fond memories of going to get new shoes next door before getting to select a favorite cookie or petit four afterwards. This is something I did with my own children as they grew up. I also remember leaving early for visting family out of town in order to get a coconut cake to bring. Imagine how lucky I felt upon finding one on the 'day-old' rack at 8 in the morning! It was still just as fresh and delicious, though I would have happily paid full price. They also had fantastic gingerbread men at a fraction of the price other bakeries were charging. The gingerbread was the right amount of spice and chewiness. My kids' favorite was perhaps the petit fours; felt very special and fancy to have their own individually decorated cakes. Sadly, Savage's announced they would be closing mind-February, and that date has now been moved up to February 6th. I went by yesterday to hopefully buy one last item. I had time, but apprently not enough. I stood in line a little more than an hour and 15 minutes when I had to step out of line for another appointment; I was *third* in line at the time. So I was surely disappointed, as they had just restocked the petit fors and still had the cheese pockets and sand tarts I was seeking. The only consolation was that I had not also missed out on gingerbread men.

I visited Savage's for the first time today after reading rave reviews about their king cake…read more Upon entering I saw the king cakes on a table towards the back. I walked over and they looked great. I didn't see a price but kinda decided I'd likely get it whatever the price because the reviews seemed That Good. None the less, I waited for one of the two ladies working to finish helping others to ask about the price. Several other customers were in the shop. Me: What's the price of the king cakes? Lady (1): LOOK!! LOOK!! At the top of the COOLER! All the prices ARE RIGHT UP THERE! You JUST HAVE TO LOOK!! Lady (2): On the THAT white bar on the cooler. Just Look. Another customer showed me the bar she referenced but there's no price for king cakes. And why would there be?? The king cakes aren't in the cooler. Me: I don't see the price for king cakes? Lady(1): (no longer screaming) ... Oh. I don't know. She'll have to get that for you. (Referencing the lady standing beside her) Lady(2): (no longer screaming - hopefully, realizing the initial response was WILD) ... $22 for the small, $29 for the large. The price was not posted. The way she spoke was embarrassing. It was rude. I picked up a small one .. but put it back down and left. I doubt I'll ever step foot in this bakery again. Terrible customer service

Edgar's bakery was great! First I started off with the Carrot Cake, which might be one of the best…read moreI've tasted. It was also my first Monte Cristo Sandwich, and it wonderful. The cheesy grits were also good. I recommend it overall!

My sweet family surprised me with one of Edgar's famous strawberry cakes. It was delicious and well…read moreworth the accolades it receives. Second best only to my Mama's.

I've been to Teaspoon a few times since they have opened a while ago. They have a great variety to…read moretheir menu. While the selections are good; I find them to be on the sweeter side even after adjusting sweetness to be 25% or below. The store is small, cute, clean. Staff is friendly and smiling. The order took no time to make. I ordered a Guava Sunset with 25% sweetness during my most recent visit which was refreshing yet still too sweet for me. I'd order again and go down to 10% sweetness. Guava Sunset - Freshly blended guava & pineapple marmalade w/ a splash of lemon juice.

Drinks first, thoughts after... Teaspoon is conveniently…read morelocated next to the great ono poke and taco mama. They offer various drinks and overall they are decent. The boba I will say are really good. The perfect texture and sweetness. The tea is not too strong. I am a tea person and this place is more sweet drinks. I always get 10-25% sweetness and even then the ratio is surprising. If I am at the summit and think boba is a good idea, sure I'll grab one from teaspoon, but I would not go out of my way.

Excellent customer service, minus the iPad flip lol…read more I guess tipping culture for non waitstaff and personal grooming are permanent things now. But I love this chain that I tried several years ago for the first time in Nashville. Glad we have a few locations now. This one in Mt. Brook was clean and there were places to sit inside and out. No one lingers too long so a table is always available. I got the seasonal apple crumble. It was good but really sweet. You can sample the flavors but I forgot too. I suggest doing this because prices are on the high side for ice cream and you shouldn't commit to a flavor that's not pleasing you.

Every time I go to the Lane Parke area of Mtn. Brook, I end up at Jeni's…read more The big orange letters seem to beckon me down the street and the thought of their Brown Butter Almond Brittle and their Double Dough ice cream pulls me in the door. It's always a nice treat after a walk around the village. The servers always give great recommendations, and I look forward to tasting the new flavors. At this particular location there are tables inside and outside. Plus a grassy area that kids can run around in.

We had a fabulous High Tea today! Service was superb! And the food was divine! Highly recommend!read more

Chez Lulu just gets fall dining. The light is softer, the air a little cooler, and the whole place…read morefeels like it's exhaling after summer. Between the glow from the string lights and the smell of bread coming from Continental Bakery next door, it's impossible not to relax here. I ordered the Meyer's Ranch Beef Stew (La Doba à la Nissarda) and it might be one of the best comfort dishes in Birmingham right now. Deep, rich flavor. Tender beef. The kind of meal that makes conversation slow down because everyone keeps taking one more bite. The vibe lands somewhere between a Parisian café and your favorite neighborhood spot. If you haven't been in a while, go now. Order the stew, grab a seat near the window, and let the evening stretch.