Saturday May 23rd a friend & I visited the Drive-thru location. Since this location on Commonwealth…read morehas been open, I have failed to go into the estab- lishment. My visit yesterday was a very PLEASANT experience. If U too have never gone into this location, it would be well worth your visit. Seeing all the fresh pastries & ice cream displayed gives a much needed boost!! Stop by S O O N

Bristol, Va. This bakery was our go to place for breakfast…read moreduring our week in Bristol. At first I was skeptical because of the long line that didn't seem to be moving. As it turns out there are a couple of ladies who really know how to run the show here. The line does move along efficiently and the lead lady communicates with the staff quite efficiently. There is also another lady who is a wizard of the espresso machine, it is a good thing they have her. On our first day there she came in late and this other lady took FOREVER to make our lattes, which turned out weak and milky. On follow up visits the wizard swiftly prepared our caffeinated beverages with great skill. The bean they use here has a good flavor but the espresso lacks boldness. The end product is just not rich enough, but it will do. The quiches are excellent, we always went with bacon Swiss or Loraine. They are a good size with a nice flakey crust, The granola yogurt parfaits are pretty good, the granola has a nice crunch to it. The yogurt was a bit sweet, it may be Chobani, but it went very well with the extra cup of berries you can purchase on the side. These berries by the way were fresh and beautiful. All the cookies we tried were great. They make a perfect affogato here, very addicting. I'm not sure if it's on the menu, but ask and you shall receive. The ice cream here is of a great quality, very creamy. The lemon berry tarts are way too sweet, they missed the boat on this one. I could not eat more than half of one. They did give us 15% off on the tarts because they were a couple days old. The candied pecans look good but the nuts are a bit rancid. All that sugar can't hide that.

I cannot say enough good things about the Mercantile. Adorable addition to state street! Huge…read morevariety of adorable gifts, clothing, and house decor. That Cookie Dough & Sweets Bar is located in the Mercantile and OMG! It is a must if you like sweets! They have cookie dough and gelato mainly among other things. I got a milkshake which was half cookie dough and half gelato. Delicious!! Super friendly staff as well!! Can't wait to go back.

From the owner: Mercantile On State is a Gift Shop, Boutique, Dessert Shop & Novelties Store located in Bristol, TN…read moreand has been servicing all of Bristol and the surrounding areas for many years. We offer Jewelry, Handmade Jewelry, Cookie Dough, Unique Gifts, Art Gifts & much more. Here at Mercantile On State, our mission is to always provide quality Gifts at an affordable price. The success of our Store is due to the dedication we provide to our customers. Customer satisfaction is always our number one priority. Contact us or check out our website for more information.

After a hard day exploring the beautiful mountains, trails, and streams around Damascus or Taylor's…read moreValley, Honeybee's is a hidden gem that you should definitely make a special stop for. We'd just been hiking and fishing nearby Gentry Creek and had worked up an appetite. The homemade chicken n' dumplings and great fixin's like baked apples and green beans was the perfect way to end the day. Be sure to get there on Sunday for family style meals at a great price. Great homemade desserts too like the standout strawberry shortcake, and fudge and cupcakes also. Like grandma's place off the beaten trail. Great hospitality. We'll definitely be back!

Recently, our family went to the Sunday "family style" brunch. Lots of great tasting home cooked…read morefood! The only problem was that I could not stop eating it! If you're hungry, this place will not disappoint. My only complaint would be that the seating area is sparsely decorated and felt cold. In other words, the dining area gave a totally different vibe than the great tasting food served in it.

If you want anything baked, Joe is your guy. I am blown away by his talent and his human kindness…read more Great guy. Great job. Fabulous Baked goods from Fabulous ENERGY. THANKS Joe. Keep up the good life!

From the owner: Everything is made to order. To order please contact me thru…read moreFacebook. facebook.com/thedambaker

Best ice cream spot in town! They are located right off of the creeper trail and it's a perfect…read morestop as you're finishing up your ride. Highly recommend!

After finishing 18 miles on Creeper Trail, this spot was a welcome reward. Lots of Hershey ice…read morecream options. I got the Brownie Bite and hubby got the Brown Butter Burbon Truffle. There was a huge line, but only one employee. The menu showed many toppings, but only 3 available and no hot fudge?? They do offer adult milkshakes (can add 2 liquors) and outdoor seating.

Very slow suppose to be some what fast food waited a very long time and I watched someone wait at…read moreleast 15 minutes for ice cream like come on it's already made and they're over priced the taco salads are literally just over priced nachos anyone leaving a good receive probably works here and was told to leave a good Review

Fast friendly service food was delicious and perfectly cooked perfectly seasoned as well. Decor was…read morenice.

Great location, beautiful inside and out! The staff is wonder and the food is even BETTER! Stopped…read morein for some chicken salad. It was delicious! Such a wonderful place if your in the area!

Great coffee shop with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. They offer an impressive…read moreselection of hot breakfasts and pastries. My son and wife enjoyed their cinnamon rolls so much they didn't want to share, so I can't comment on those, but the quiche I had was excellent. Highly recommend!

Delicious food and awesome service! One of my favorites is the grinder sub! Perfect for a quick…read morebite or to hangout on Main Street and enjoy the town!

Visited the shop during the 2026 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion. They have all of your typical…read morecandy shop items. They had many handmade candies, various flavored chocolate truffles and fudge and they also had ice cream. Prices were extraordinarily cheap. I had a piece of chocolate peanut butter fudge, which was amazing. The staff was super friendly. There is a little seating inside as well as outside. If you're in town, stop by for a little sweet treat.

When in Bristol VA/ TN, The Southern Churn is the "must go" if you are looking for fudge (of all…read moreflavors), and many incredible chocolate treats. Also, ice cream and many types of candies for all tastes. The friendly staff is always helpful and available with suggestions.

We came in close to closing for a quick snack. Reclaimed older home with a lot of local art-…read morereminded me of restaurants in Charleston. The coffee we had was very good- latte and flat white. They had run out of cold brew. Cinnamon bun was very sweet but good. The gluten free brownie was ok and chocolate chip cookie was airy (interesting) and enjoyed. If we had more time would have liked to have a full lunch.

If Michelin star talent, incredible food, and a side of Native American folklore sound like an odd…read morecombination, trust me..:it works. The Girl & The Raven has such a cool story behind it, and learning about the meaning of the raven in Native American folklore made the experience feel even more special. Then the food arrived... and suddenly conversation stopped because everyone was too busy saying, "You have to try this!" We ordered the breakfast bowl with sweet potatoes, arugula, and the famous hippy sauce, a gooey cinnamon bun, and the homemade daily biscuit sandwiches. Every single bite was phenomenal. The hippy sauce deserves its own fan club, the biscuit was flaky perfection, and the cinnamon bun disappeared so fast it should probably qualify as magic. Every dish was cooked to absolute perfection. You can tell it's crafted by Michelin trained chefs who know exactly what they're doing. Sarah Grace took amazing care of us. She was friendly, attentive, and somehow managed to make us feel like regulars even though we were just passing through. The restaurant itself is adorable, and the artwork covering the walls is stunning. We seriously considered playing a game of "How much luggage can we leave behind to make room for a painting?" If we hadn't packed the car for vacation, one of those paintings would have been riding shotgun all the way home. Come hungry, stay curious about the story, and don't be surprised if you leave wishing your vehicle had just a little more cargo space.