As I approached Small Batch Creamery... the inviting aroma of freshly baked goods enveloped me,…read morecompelling me to step inside. The selection was vast, offering a variety of tempting options with the opportunity to sample before committing to a purchase. Engaging with the owner provided a personal touch, adding to the overall experience. Alfred the owner let us know about the history And all ice cream made in house! Upon entering, I was struck by the vibrant energy and welcoming atmosphere that immediately set the tone for what was to come. The staff moved efficiently, ensuring that my order was prepared swiftly and accurately, a testament to their attentive service. The flavors were expertly crafted, each bite delivering a harmonious blend of taste and texture. The presentation was as delightful as the taste, making each visit a memorable occasion. I'm looking forward to returning to explore more of their offerings. RATINGS & LOGISTICS: - Atmosphere: 9/10 - Food Quality: 10/10 - Service/Flow: 10/10 - Value: 9/10 - Would Return: Yes. definitly returning.

Quick stop for an afternoon treat! Lots of fun flavors but all the basics too!…read more Size and pricing was on point and the server was helpful and friendly! It's a cute little interior with a few seats to enjoy inside! I'd stop by again!

I stopped in for some allegedly friendly treats. I ordered their Lemon Blueberry donut and Old…read moreFashioned donut, beignets and a cup of coffee. I was sad that I couldn't get a cinnamon roll as they were frozen and I was getting on the road back home and it wouldn't last the trip. I loved that I didn't have to worry if the baked goods would upset my stomach and I ordered what I wanted. So far I had the Old fashioned donut and it was decadent and just what I wanted, yum! I can't wait to enjoy the other items. I loved the location and its indoor and outdoor area, nice aesthetics. The service was good, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I would definitely return if in the area. So good.

Two more great experiences at this location in St. Petersburg. We stopped by on both the day of our…read morearrival as well as the day our departure from the resort we were staying at in the area. We had our mind set on the southwestern skillet upon our arrival; but, since we arrived in the early afternoon on our arrival time, the skillets were sold out. This was not a problem at all as we went with the tacos and they were just as amazing as the skillets. Also, we could've split the tacos as the portion size was absolutely generous. Quite tasty, fresh, and healthy for you. Make sure you have napkins around you as the dish can get a little messy. On our departure, we stopped by and, even though it was a little bit later in the day, we were able to get the southwestern skillet, which was just as good as it was on our first visit to Halelife. To take home, my wife got a cinnamon bun, which was quite tasty and also a generously sized portion. Make sure that you sign up for their loyalty program so you can get credit towards future purchases as well as a complementary birthday dessert.

The ice cream is so delicious! We love it. So creamy and tasty. There is a non dairy option…read more Price includes mix in anything from their mix-in options. For those of you who like peanut butter and wonder why it's not available, I asked them because I love peanut butter too! It's because the owner's child is severely allergic to even the residue of peanuts so they can't risk it. I would do the same!! And I can do without the peanut butter :) for this tasty ice cream.

Put this sweet little ice cream shop on your list!…read more The shop is adorable and the ice cream is uniquely yummy, not to mention they cross pollinate with other local small businesses which is really cool. For example, they had croissants from Clementine bakery available to mix into your cup with the ice cream, coffee from Look Alive, coconut macaroons and honey from Cybel, etc. Plus they are right next door to Violet Stone so you can grab a cheesesteak and then walk next door for an amazing dessert here. Adult and kid approved! If you're feeling frisky but too full after dinner just take a pint with you to go!

Beautiful ppl and good food Been coming here since my…read moreKlansman coworker would bring to the office. It's less rum in the rum ball now but still good . It's like a brownie. The cheese danishes as well as the cheese berry danishes are amazing. The service is stellar , the ambience is as if you go back in time. Old school wall paper. Love the pretzels on top of counter. It's clean and fresh!

When we have a craving for a pretzel, a sweet treat or just a little sandwich we always head to…read moreCafe Mozart. The case never disappoints and I always love talking to the owner, she is warm inviting and such helpful. My former student first introduced me to this place and I will be forever grateful. Go try the pretzel sandwiches the salami are my favorite, the bullwinkle moose and the cream horns are definitely our go to order. But sometimes you just need an extra pretzel, a cheese danish or a huge apple fritter. The cases filled with different treats are so much fun to look at and they even have a drive thru if you need.

This adorable little cafe is tucked away in a very nice shopping center with plentiful parking and…read morea surprisingly large number of hibiscus bushes! It was quiet on a Saturday afternoon, and my sister and tried the Matcha Latte, Classic Milk Tea, and Tiramisu Crepe Cake, all of which came out in just a few minutes. Everything was downright delicious, and as someone who has pretty high standards for milk teas I was pleased to find this one to actually have a black tea presence rather than depending on the milk! If you like kawaii culture, anime, and/or milk teas and boba, stop by Choux-Venue!

We were going n the vicinity & wanted to try a new milk tea & boba place. I will say that this…read moreplace was a little hard to find. It has almost no signage on its east side where the main door is & it's in a unique cluster of buildings. Inside the shop is upscale & clean. The bakery items looked great but we were on a mission for drinks. I ordered a tarot milk tea with popping mango boba. I will say it was very tasty & one of the better ones I have had. The pricing was a little higher than most though.

Made a reservation for dinner after my recent bodybuilding competition, so you already know I was…read moreready for some good food! We started with the burrata appetizer and a Caesar salad with an extra fried soft boiled egg. Both were excellent. The burrata was so fresh and the eggs on the Caesar salad were perfect. Next, my husband and I split the pepperoni pizza with a side of the Calabrian chili oil (order a side of this oil! It's a must) and the chicken Parmesan entree. Both were so delicious. Highly recommend. Service started off great! Our server was so sweet and got our drinks and took our order so quickly, but then we never saw her again and had to flag her down for our check at the end. I think they may have just been short staffed. Ambiance here never misses though. This place just feels cozy even when it's busy. We had a great experience overall and we will of course be back to this local gem again!

This was such a great brunch experience! Came in on a Sunday morning. While the restaurant was…read morecrowded, we really didn't have a weight to get a table. Our waitress was so sweet with us and answered all of our silly questions that we had about the menu. She was very patient during all of that. We decided to split some entrées and that was definitely a good choice. There's so much on the menu that sounds delicious. I'm a sucker for anything that has pimento cheese on it. So the breakfast sandwich was perfect. The breakfast pizza was also made very well, with a great crust. Luckily for me, I had leftovers and ate the rest of the pizza for a midnight snack. The perfect meal! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone moving forward.

This spot is a hidden gem for mango bingsoo. I ordered the large, and it was so delicious! The…read moreservice was fast and friendly. The portion size and price were solid, though compared to other places you can get bigger portions with more toppings. We asked for the condensed milk on the side since it can be too sweet, and while the topping selection isn't huge, the basics are done really well. The shaved ice was light, fluffy, and perfectly refreshing. The space is cozy and modern, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy dessert. I would highly return to try more flavors.

Great service, yummy rolled iced cream, boba and shaved ice. The owners are really nice and I love…read morehow late they stay open!

I got to the Saturday Morning Market around 12:30 and I definitely should have gotten there…read moreearlier. I originally wanted to try the black sesame chocolate croissant but the person taking care of me said they were the first to sell out, so next time I'll be coming right when they open. The associates taking care of me were kind and patient. Ube Smores Cinnamon Roll: 3/5 This cinnamon roll was HUGE and HEAVY. I must say that it tasted pretty darn good. The frosting wasn't too sweet, the bread was soft and you can tell it proofed perfectly. I also like how the brown sugar was a bit crunchy! The only thing that didn't hit for me was that it didn't taste like ube or smores ones bit. It was purple and beautiful but I didn't get the nutty taste of ube. Then they had a toasted marshmallow on top but I couldn't taste any other marshmallow flavor in the roll. They also had a biscoff cookie instead of a graham cracker which was fine but it was not giving ube, marshmallow or graham cracker. For a normal cinnamon roll it was great though. Crème brûlée donut: 3/5 The crunchy exterior was top tier and done very well. The caramel could have been cooked a little longer to get that amber color along with the warmer taste I was looking for. The bread of of the donut was okay. A little denser than I thought it would be and the cream wasn't sweet enough despite the vanilla beans I saw in there. Strawberry Shortcake Cookie: 2/5 The base cookie is really good. Soft and gigantic, but the elements making it strawberry shortcake were just too sweet for me and the cookie itself was undercooked and the white chocolate was way too sweet. I did like the outside coating of the strawberry shortcake was pretty good! Overall it was a good experience but if it looks sweet just know it really is.

I finally got the chance to try Ngot Baked Goods at Naga Tea in Valrico. I'd heard about their…read moredelicious pastries through my friend, Rachel M. Well, they just happened to be dropping off a few of their popular items at both Naga Tea locations on Valentine's Day. How perfect was that? The Valrico location is practically around the corner from where I live. They couldn't have timed it any better. I was all in. I wanted to try them all. Everything looked absolutely delicious. I ended up getting the ube s'mores cookie and the ube milk bread cinnamon roll. There were instructions on how to warm up the roll. It heated up perfectly in the microwave. The ube milk bread was the star of this cinnamon roll. Actually, I loved every ingredient. The ube cinnamon swirls were gooey & buttery inside. The glaze on top was sweet, but not too overpowering. It was way better than a Cinnabon cinnamon roll. I'd totally it again. The ube s'mores cookie was just as amazing. I had it for breakfast the following day. Don't judge me. LOL! This cookie was topped with a toasted marshmallow. It reminded me of the s'mores brownies from my favorite Ubelicious mail order bakery. I was kicking myself for not getting the London Fog cookie made with Earl Grey tea. I'm hoping there is a next time. I'm also hoping that I can one day try their cube croissants and cruffins. Please continue to deliver pastries to Naga Tea, or to more places across the Bay. What a great partnership that would be! There's nothing better than a freshly pulled espresso boba with one of these delicious croissant creations. It was a great Valentine's Day treat.