This long time favorite is incredible. I haven't been to a bakery I have liked more…read more It hits you when you walk in that it is special. The atmosphere and the service are top 10. Can't wait to return soon.

I've never been able to decide if this is my favorite bakery because I grew up going to this bakery…read moreor because it really is that delightful. All I know is that I haven't found donuts I like better, and I've been searching for 13 years. It should be noted that is not a stylish bakery with gourmet cupcakes and expensive lattes. This is your plain Jane small town bakery. Low on style, but big on goodness. If you pass through Spring Valley on your way to somewhere or perhaps nowhere it's worth stopping in for some donuts and great buns.

The most surprising thing about my relationship with Cafe Steam is that we've actually reached a…read morestage of mutual understanding where the staff knows exactly which level of 'morning zombie' I am based on how loudly I trip over the doorframe. I have a bit of a love affair with this place. Now, I'm a certified early bird, and by that, I mean I'm usually awake and craving caffeine while the rest of the world is still debating if they actually need to attend that 9:00 AM Zoom call. There is something genuinely therapeutic about being there right as they flip the sign to 'Open,' when the air still smells like freshly ground beans and the sunlight is hitting the dust motes in that perfect, cinematic way. It's the quietest the place ever gets, and I get to witness the staff transitioning from 'sleepy' to 'caffeinated chaos' in real-time. However, I'm also a fan of the 'closing time' vibe. There's a completely different magic to sliding into a booth around 7:00 PM. By then, the energy has shifted from a productive buzz to a sort of cozy, exhausted collective sigh. I'll just camp out for a while, pretending to be very focused on my laptop while actually just people-watching the evening rush. The ambiance is wonderfully casual--think 'industrial chic meets a living room that's slightly too small for its furniture.' Most of the time it's just a pleasant hum, but every so often it hits a tipping point and becomes absolutely hectic. You've got the frantic students cramming for finals, the first-date nerves radiating off a couple in the corner, and a line of people stretching toward the door. It's a beautiful kind of mayhem, really. But let's talk about the real star of the show: the drinks. While I usually rotate through the classics, I am currently in a committed relationship with their seasonal 'Miss Sunshine' creamy lemonade. It sounds like something a toddler would order at a fancy tea party, but trust me, it's a game-changer. It's got this bright, zesty punch of citrus that wakes up your entire soul, but then it's smoothed over with this velvety, creamy finish that makes it feel like a dessert. It's basically a hug in a plastic cup, and I'm fully prepared to be devastated when it leaves the seasonal menu. I will add photo's *later* : )

Always amazing:)…read more Cafe Steam was an essential spot growing up in Rochester. They tie together community with amazing coffees and goodies! I'm so happy to see them expanding and opening new locations as well. I grabbed a summer special drink, and quite enjoyed it! I wish I added a touch more simple syrup, otherwise this was a delightful and bright summer drink! The interior is always cozy, and consistently one of the best spots in Rochester. The baristas are always kind, and make drinks SUPER quick!

Still great after all these years. Great place to pick up cute chocolate to bring home as giftsread more

Superior gelato! Ran across this shop about half hour before mall closing. Wonderful service by…read morestaff -- invited us to try flavors and that did the trick for both of us. Ultimately went with an incredible tart, fresh, delicious pink grapefruit while friend went with coffee and chocolate combo. Portions were generous; great value. Store also had chocolates -- both pre-packaged and individually available. Beautiful truffles and candies, too.

"You can't refuse a request from a dying man." (Abe "Fish" Vigoda as Sal Tessio)…read more "I'm not dead yet!" (Abe Vigoda as himself, addressing rumors.) This super trippy coffee shop kills it harder than Abe in "The Godfather" when it comes to delivering the goods! Heavenly vegan donuts, that is. Wait...wrong Abe? My sister and I are not vegans, but we stopped here for breakfast several days in a row on our way to the Mayo Clinic earlier this year purely out of curiosity. It was really helpful in the ordering process to see the various pretty donuts labelled and strung above the counter. We purchased almost all the flavors to bring to the hospital for our family to try, and the consensus was that the ube and the plum lime were possibly the most delicious donuts we've had anywhere! Honestly! Other outstanding flavors included the tiramisu, the banana stand, and the blueberry crumble. As delightful as the donuts were, I was disappointed in my drink orders. I could only get through a few sips of both my dirty chai latte and the Almond Joy coffee. Old Abe gives some hardcore psychedelic vibes to the point that I wondered if a hallucinogen had been slipped into my coffee before heading into the ladies' room. 1,000 cats hissing at you from the walls will cause you to question your sanity! The rest of the décor was just as wild, from THE Minnesota Prince to an apocalyptic Godzilla declaring that the end was near. The question "1880's stage actor assassin or the bear" might apply in the polka dot room, so it's best to sit facing out with your back against a wall...regardless of which Abe the shop is named after. If the apocalypse, John Wilkes Booth, wildlife, the Chief of the Waponis, or the mob takes me out to sleep with the fishes, and I come back in my next life as the leader of a subversive cult, I'll have to revisit the book room of this shop to view their anarchist primers. Also, I'm sending these donuts to McConaughey as a bribe. He's a fan of Lincolns, so maybe he'll do an Old Abe commercial where he contemplates the meaning of life while noshing on a ube donut. Penny for your thoughts?

I finally decided to stop in after so many recommendations from my fellow peers, and I must say I…read morewas extremely disappointed. There was an older gentleman at the display case, probably the owner, and a few younger gals working. After entering the store, we were greeted by no one, just quick stares. When ready to order, it took more than ten minutes to be acknowledged, bummer. The coffee was okay at best, but the donuts were amazing! Probably the best in Rochester. We sat downstairs, but we've heard the staff tell other customers that there were saying upstairs. After finding a seat and people watching, we noticed that the staff were much more attentive to other customers. It's hard to not feel like this was a race-based issue, esp being the only minorities in the shop. Either or, I guess it was an experience, I don't plan on visiting again. I'll stick to Cafe Aqui-- they've got great coffee, delicious snacks, wonderful staff and a welcoming atmosphere.

THE BEST CUPCAKES EVER!! The frosting is so tasty and the cake is always very moist. Many flavors…read moreto choose from! Very satisfied!

The best healthy guilty pleasure. The cupcakes are made with real Wisconsin butter. We have had…read moretheir cakes for parties and always made a big hit for the occasion with people drooling over the cupcakes asking for another! The dynamic flavors are unique but also classic enough to have one every day after a long days work;) Thank You Mon Petite.

What gem! Our first visit and we were very pleased. Omelette was well cooked and not greasy. My…read morefriend enjoyed the farm breakfast. Coffee roasted on site and my dark Brazilian was good. Give it a try.

Every time I visit Rochester, I find a new hidden gem (to me). I will admit, I never have high…read moreexpectations for the food here but every time, I am pleasantly surprised! There was quite a lot to choose from, and it all sounded so good! We finally settled on the Cajun hash for savory; you need a sweet chaser - the caramel pecan French toast was going to do that job. It was a big effort getting pictures because they first thing I wanted to do when seeing these was to dig right in. The Cajun hash was PACKED with flavor. Each bite just as good as the last till it was all gone . Following up with the French toast was just so good. I'm typically conflicted when pecans are involved but there was no grey area here. I loved every bite! This has been added to my "definitely eat here again" list!

While on a trip to Mayo, my sister and I stopped in at lunch time to get a sandwich. We were met…read morewith friendly staff and so many options to choose from! We got the 4 cheese grilled cheese and the caprese - both were so tasty! The boursin on the grilled cheese made it one of the best I have ever had. We wouldn't hesitate to stop by again! We also loved being able to sit outside on such a nice day!

I used to go to City Market years ago when I was in Rochester on a daily basis, it was my favorite…read morespot. Years have passed and I found myself in Rochester recently and wanted to see if it was as good as I remembered.... It was. It is a small shop, only 3 tables to sit at. Most people took their orders to go. The list of sandwiches is extensive but I got the roast beef and smoked Gouda. It was wonderful, the meat was sliced thick and piled high and the cheese had a wonderful smoky taste. I wish I was in the Rochester area more often so I could try other menu items!

LOVE they have a gluten-free menu. LOVE they have NA drinks…read more We both ate Gluten-free and it was good. Our server was very polite and kind and good. Our food was hot and fresh. And seriously $13.99 for a gluten free cheeseburger and fries, come on! RUN to this place and keep it going. We need places like this. The only negative is they need a non dairy alternative cheese. Goat, Vegan, something. But they have a HUGE Gluten-free menu. Even a dessert menu. This is amazing! Tip: free parking in lot across the street. This is in a hotel but has drop off area.

This was my first time at twiggs. I came after a convention at the Mayo civic center there's…read moreparking close to the restaurant which was nice. I was intrigued by the hot stone concept with hot stone for two you got shrimp, steak, pork and scallops and then a choice of one side of each and choice of about 5 sauces. The meat took awhile to come out maybe it was more so waiting for a stone to free up because we cooked the food ourselves so not sure about the delay. I like the concept I think only tricky thing is trying to cook all the meat and still have flavor as it can't be seasoned while on the rock. The sauces felt like they could use some work. The one called chimichurri cream tasted nothing like a chimichurri. the best way to go us probably ranch or cocktail sauce the others were a bit hit and miss which was unfortunate since the meat isn't marinated or anything. The onion rings could have used a little more crunch to them. I think for future I would just order something else but it was fun trying the stone at least once. It looks like a nice classic restaurant maybe on the older side than some of the more modern spots downtown. If you need gluten free looked like they had lots of options and there was a waffle menu too which sounded good.