I always enjoy coming to Ellie's and supporting this wonderful little spot in Yellow Springs. The…read morepeople are so friendly, and there's something special about the welcoming feel of this town. I started with an espresso martini before my Benedict Your Way with smoked salmon, and it was so good that I had to have another one after my meal! Smooth, delicious, and the perfect way to bookend a great breakfast. And then there was the Benedict. I substituted the English muffin for a biscuit, added smoked salmon, and asked for extra hollandaise. Life changing. The biscuit was such a delicious upgrade with the smoked salmon, eggs, and that rich, creamy hollandaise. I honestly didn't want the meal to end. But the real finale was the crème brûlée. Absolutely perfect. The caramelized sugar on top had that beautiful crisp crack when I broke into it, while the custard underneath was silky, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Not too sweet, just rich enough, and the contrast between the delicate caramelized topping and smooth custard was exactly what a great crème brûlée should be. Paired with my last espresso martini, it was an incredibly satisfying way to finish the meal. My only reason for giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that I'd love to see a few more vegetarian and pescatarian options on the menu. Otherwise, Ellie's is a lovely place with genuinely friendly people, great food and drinks, and that warm Yellow Springs charm. I'm happy to support them and will definitely be back!

Ok. To be very upfront I've hated the physical appearance of this building since it was built. But…read moredrove to yellow springs today to get lunch at one of the vegetarian restaurants,,,not realizing they were closed. So we opted to finally try Ellie's. I'd heard that the food was good but expensive. It turns out that neither was that true. Prices weren't bad. The meatless options were very very limited. I ended up with a Caesar salad that was decent. My companion opted for one of the breakfast options with tofu as the protein. 1/2 an hour later she was informed that they were out of tofu. I don't expect every restaurant to be vegan friendly but some effort to have a dish or 2 on the menu that isn't meat centric would be appreciated. (It is Yellow Springs after all). Also a tiny pet peeve. In a dining room I really don't like seeing a tv screen like I'm sitting in a spurts bar. Fortunately the sound was low.

I came here because I wanted to try the soup, but they said they didn't have any soup in June…read morebecause it's not soup season. I had the feta beat salad, which was ok. I got a slice of Carmel cake for $4.99 - sounded like a good deal, but the slice was pretty dinky. I also got 5 Buckeyes for $5.99. I really liked the outdoor dining option and the girl strumming acoustic guitar singing outside the book store next door. Three stars for now, but this rating might come up when I get a chance to try their soup.

My husband and I have been loyal customers of The Current Cuisine in Yellow Springs because we…read moregenuinely enjoy the African Chicken Peanut Soup. Unfortunately, our experience on February 17th,2026 was deeply disappointing. My husband entered the restaurant when it was quiet. There was no line, and he had been standing inside looking at the baguettes for a few minutes, by himself. Two staff members came out from the back and did not acknowledge him. A white woman then entered the store and was immediately greeted with "Can I help you?" My husband had clearly been there first. When he calmly questioned whether they intended to skip over him, he was met with defensiveness and told not to speak to the employee's daughter that way -- despite not raising his voice or being disrespectful. Being ignored and then treated as though he had done something wrong for asserting his place in line felt dismissive and uncomfortable. As Black customers, experiences like this are not minor. We value businesses that treat all customers with equal acknowledgment and respect. Unfortunately, this interaction has caused us to reconsider returning. We hope ownership takes this feedback seriously and ensures that all guests are welcomed consistently and fairly.

I love a good coffee shop, so I found this one on Yelp. Nate and I were exploring Yellow Springs…read moreand I loved this little town! Emporium Wines & the Underdog Cafe is a cute and cozy charming little shop with lots of wine for sale and some tasty food. There isn't a ton of seating, so we had to share a table with a kind stranger while we enjoyed our iced Americanos and breakfast focaccia. The breakfast focaccia was delicious - it had cheese, chili crisp, and a hard boiled egg inside. We also added some bacon. I really liked this and it was great to split for a light breakfast snack. They also have other breakfast items and lunch food. There are bookshelves full of used books for sale. The space seems very community-forward and I think I'd be a regular here if I lived nearby.

I stopped in to sit and kill time with a book and a coffee…read more I ordered an iced latte at the counter, and found a table facing the outside sidewalk. I saw they also sell wrapped grab 'n go sandwiches, drinks and yogurt parfaits. I didn't see a menu, but apparently they have pastries and breakfast sandwiches. They are also a beer & wine shop retail shop. There are several tables both inside and out to sit and read or socialize. It was a really pleasant atmosphere in the middle of the day. They have shelves of used books for $4.99, alphabetical by author. I found one to purchase. I came back with granddaughter for breakfast, but I wished we had gone to a different place, more of a full service breakfast joint. I had a breakfast wrap and a hot coffee. It was pretty good. The staff were okay, not super friendly.

I tried the Soufle Cheese cake and it's a little dry, but the taste is really good and some parts…read moreand creamy and with a lemon taste. I want to try more pastry's from here they definitely look amazing!

Great local shop for desserts, plus a lot of really interesting things on the menu if you're…read morelooking to mix things up from regular fast food desserts. One thing I will note is that their macarons are very chewy and almost seem like they had been refrigerated. Will for sure go back again though.

I love this place since they have combined the deli and the bakery. The gluten-free waffle is…read moreexceptional.

I thought I already knew what good donuts were. Then I tried the croissant donut after someone…read morerecommended it. I probably never would have ordered this on my own. I'm glad I did though, because it is my now the single best donut I've ever had. The crispy outer with the soft and doughy inner, is perfect. The cinnamon sugar on the outside gives it the perfect amount of sweet- not too overbearing. This donut might not look or sound like much, but give it a try! I travel 20 minutes from Fairborn just to get this donut every so often.

Yellow Springs Bakery & Café is a welcoming spot to have coffee and snacks. The charming atmosphere…read more(exposed brick walls and industrial-chic tables and chairs) drew me right in. I arrived right after eating a huge lunch from down the street, so I was not able to try anything on this visit. But from the looks and smells of the savories (empanadas) and sweets (cinnamon rolls), you betcha, I will be back. I'm giving it five stars and I didn't even eat anything, hee hee. Be aware, their hours of operation are Thursday through Sunday, 8 AM to 3 PM.

The Bunny clan loves Yellow Springs Baking Company. On any given day, we find delicious sweet or…read moresavory treats. A generous portion generally sells for 5 dollars and is invariably delicious. The coffee is excellent and, as I noticed this morning, in nice comfortable papers cups. You'll find less expensive pastries locally, as well as coffee tainted with ghastly flavorings to nullify the taste. Always satisfying, this bakery is delightfully reminiscent of an Italian Pasticceria with better coffee. Hop on! Fluffy Bunny

Absolutely love their bakery! We always had Ribbon Box do our cakes. It's funny, my grandparents…read moretold my dad, "Tell Kayla we will pay for her wedding cake if she goes to Ribbon Box. Ribbon Box only! They are delicious!" Whole staff is friendly and they do an amazing job! Probably the only bakery I'll ever go to. Definitely recommend them and their buttercream frosting!

Best bakery I have ever been too... period.. everything was delicious. It was a wonderful surpriseread more

I recently saw a post on Ohio Trips' Facebook page about a charming little bakery tucked away in…read moresouthern Ohio called Four Mile Bakery. As a former chef and someone who creates food videos for my YouTube channel, I'm always searching for hidden diners, cafés, and bakeries that deserve more attention. Supporting local Ohio businesses is something I'm passionate about, so I made the drive to Jackson to see what all the buzz was about. The bakery sits along a quiet country road across from a picturesque farm with goats, horses, and cows, making the drive there part of the experience. When I walked inside, I discovered it's much more than a bakery--it's also a country general store stocked with homemade jams, jellies, sauces, and other locally made goodies. But let's be honest... the real reason for my visit was the doughnuts. Instead of the typical display case, Four Mile Bakery has a doughnut buffet where you put on plastic gloves and pick out your own favorites. It's a fun concept that lets you really take your time looking over all the incredible options. While I was filming, I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Shawn. He couldn't have been more welcoming. He shared the story of the bakery, how many of their recipes were developed, and the passion that goes into what they make every day. Then came the highlight of my visit--their signature Wagon Wheel doughnut. This giant glazed doughnut is unlike any I've ever had. Most oversized doughnuts tend to be heavy, bread-like, and dense. Not this one. Somehow they've mastered the art of making it unbelievably light and airy with an almost cotton-candy-like texture. It practically melts in your mouth. It's one of the best doughnuts I've ever eaten. They also offer an impressive variety of doughnuts with all kinds of toppings and flavors, so there's something for everyone. Although they serve lunch items as well, I didn't have enough time to try them on this visit. We picked up several doughnuts along with a few items from the general store, thanked Shawn for his hospitality, and headed home. Four Mile Bakery is exactly the kind of hidden gem I love discovering. Great people, incredible homemade doughnuts, and a beautiful country setting make it well worth the drive. If you're anywhere near Jackson--or even if you're not--make the trip. The Wagon Wheel alone is worth it. P.S. Unfortunately, my camera's microphone decided to quit working during my visit, so most of the footage I captured is without sound. I guess that's just a good excuse to make another trip back to Four Mile Bakery... and somehow I don't think I'll mind having to eat another Wagon Wheel!

This store/bakery is awesome. What an adorable place. You can grab so many things including…read morelunch and some of the freshest baked donuts I have ever tasted. The owner was so friendly and told us about his business and history. The donuts are absolutely huge. I also bought some sauces and jams that look great. There is a cute a candle shop next them that a local lady runs. She makes her own candles and wax melts. She was just the cutest, sweetest lady and so very friendly. I HIGHLY recomnend going to both of these locations in Jackson Ohio.

I debated leaving a review, but I think I'm being fair and since it's a new business, I think it's…read moreimportant to share. I went in to this new bakery because I really felt I needed to find the perfect cake to celebrate a 60th anniversary for my wonderful in-laws. Springfield has very few options but I had very high hopes that it'd be great and I wouldn't have to go to Beavercreek or wherever to get this special cake. I knew I didn't want to transport a 2 tier cake but needed a cake large enough for 30-40 people. The sample she showed me (below w/ cutting instructions) looked like it was a good choice. One large cake with "Happy 60th Anniversary" written on it. What I got was "Happy 60 Anniversar" Also not very elegant looking writing. I think even I could've possibly done a better job. Our get together was on a Sunday, but the owner of the shop had a bridal shower so I'd have to pick it up Friday, 2 days prior. That was fine so I brought my son so he could carry and hold the cake until I got it home. Luckily we have an extra fridge and it wasn't a problem. He noticed it immediately as well, I really was kind of surprised it looked this way. I hoped it wouldn't be noticeable but it definitely was. Every one immediately noticed the "y" missing and commented "where's the 'y'?" - actually it was covered up with flowers and noticed it also sounded odd, Happy 60 anniversary instead of 60th. The owner didn't point out the covered up "y" and actually when I said 'where's the y'? She made no apology or offered to fix the issue. If this was a $50 Walmart cake I think they would've offered to correct it in some way but $145 cake ( plus 4% service charge-not sure what that's about), I just felt it could've looked more professional. The cake itself was pretty good. It fed the party but in hindsight I probably should've asked for some correction.

Walked in last week and ordered this cake! The owner was so nice and talked with an employee who…read morebrought my vision to life! After 6 hours of travel, we ate the cake and it was so good!

Love everything here. Fresh baked goods, donuts, muffins, scones, breadsread more

The Corner Bakery is great find that is easy to miss, it is located in the middle of downtown…read moreCedarville. They have a good selection of baked goods, breads, and other tasty treats! They usually have coffee available, and a small area to sit. They are great to pick up fresh bread or baked goods to take home. Their prices are very reasonable for homemade, fresh food. The only tricky part is figuring out when they are open, they have limited hours, so check before you go. I definitely recommend stopping in for some great, fresh-baked goods.