What a lovely experience! I can easily see why there is a long wait here. We added our name to the…read morelist and were told it would be a 45 minute wait. Conveniently, there is a coffee shop, bookstore, and flower and gift shop across the street in a really new and cute warehouse to pass the time. We probably could've spent even longer in that cozy bookshop! Our meal consisted of strawberry tahini waffles, green poutine filled with fresh herbs, and a few made in house baked goods from their bakery. We also thoroughly enjoyed our mocktail (they offer a fun variety with fresh juices). The space is light and airy and looks into the bakery. They also have a wrap around diner style counter thats fun. Overall, a fabulous experience from start to finish!

Absolutely 1 of 2 best breakfast spots in Harrisonburg. Our other favorite is Heritage bakery…read more.. the theme of bakery lets you know that both places make all their bread and baked goods fresh! They don't gave thousands of dishes but every dish is thoughtful and each ingredient necessary to pull off the perfect bite. I think the fig pig tartine might be one of the best things I've eaten in a long time. The fig jam on freshly baked sourdough with fresh prosciutto and white cheddar, nutty arugula and the perfect sprinkle of lemon jest completes the dance in your palate. It's a must get. If you want something hearty... the sweet and hot breakfast biscuit will hit the spot. The jalapeño mixed with pear jam on a freshly baked biscuit... and the gooey white cheddar... so so good! Everything is fresh and delicious! A lot of breakfast places serve burnt industrial coffee... but they serve the coffee from Chestnut Ridge which is just across the street in the basement... but it's amazing! Fresh squeezed orange juice is pricey but delicious and the decor is beautiful! Get here before the doors open and wait in line or you'll have to wait a bit. But you can get on the waitlist and go to the stores across the street.

Came here from Harrisonburg a little after noon on a Sunday after visiting a couple restaurants…read moreearlier that just had long waits or a menu that conflicted with my allergies. My girlfriend and I decided to come here because the reviews were great and we hoped that it wouldn't be crowded. And boy am I glad that we did! Do note that parking can be a bit awkward, we decided to park across the street in the post office parking lot which I'm not entirely sure was legal but it was a Sunday so they weren't open anyways. Immediately upon walking in you can take in the entire restaurant. Maybe ten tables, a little counter, and then two doors leading to the restrooms/kitchen respectively. The hostess sat us down immediately and I felt like we were treated so nicely. The small town vibes of the place really shown through. Seems like the place had a bunch of regulars too and the hostess was making conversation. I was torn between the Dayton burger and the waffle with breakfast meat, but ultimately went with the burger. I was not disappointed at all! The burger was cooked perfectly, super juicy and tender. It got a little messy but that's what you want out of a good burger. I also got a side of onion rings. They were very crispy and delicious, and paired well with their aioli. The sandwiches also come with a pickle spear on the side which I love. My girlfriend got the cali burger which was advertised as coming with guacamole. She said it tasted more like mashed avocado than true guacamole; nevertheless she enjoyed her burger. I will definitely be coming back here! Do yourself a favor and enjoy some delicious food while also supporting this super friendly local business.

We are visiting the area and wanted a solid lunch place. Dayton's had 5 stars and within our price…read morerange. We didn't have a reservation, but were seated immediately. The service was impeccable, everyone was welcoming and friendly. We had the pirogies and nachos for appetizers and burgers for dinner. Everything was great. I highly recommend Daytons!!

Tight space but very fun interior. Eclectic food all done well. Lovely staff make you feel welcome…read more The biscuit was a highlight and the grain pancake had a lovely cinnamon kick.

I feel bad giving this a lower rating because it's a cute little spot and we probably just came in…read moreat an unfortunate time. My pancake came out overly hard and bordering on burnt and cold.. I got the hearty grain short stack and it just alright as far as pancakes go. The canjun-spiced potatoes my partner wanted must've been the tail end of the batch, with a lot of little burnt bits. My chai was delicious, however, probably the best I've had in a while. I'll give em a 3.6 for this visit, with the caveat that we'd definitely give them another try.

If you're in downtown Harrisonburg and looking for a brunch spot that delivers both good food and…read moregood energy, Clementine is it. The vibe is truly what you make it, there isnt a large crowd or loud music, so bring the right company and you're guaranteed a great time. Whether you're rolling in with a big group or just a few friends, they make it easy, with separate checks, and even personalized orders by the awesome bartender. The experience is smooth from start to finish, so nothing gets in the way of enjoying yourself and the company you are with. Between the delicious food, good energy, and conversations that seem to flow effortlessly, it's the kind of place you'll want to linger. And let's not forget the art covered walls, perfect for capturing those Instagram worthy moments. If you wake up hungry and ready for brunch, Clementine is definitely the spot to be.

We came for dinner, and were served by Molly. We've been coming here few times a year for the past…read more12 years. The experience usually great, which is why we keep coming back, and the menu is always fun! The service started great and the food came looking fantastic as usual, until I found a long hair in my bowl. Molly was very apologetic once we showed her the hair and she took it inside to show the kitchen. I told her I don't want another bowl , as I didn't want the food to go to waste and didn't have time to wait for a new one. Here is were the service turned south; - Molly didn't come back to check on us or fill the water cups - We didn't get a discount of any kind in the check, as you would normally expect! - I expected the chef or the manager on duty to come out and apologize, but that didn't happen. - Finally, Molly brought our check when we finished eating and didn't ask if we are interested in desserts, as typically the case! Just very odd reaction to an issue Like this, and shows lack of professionalism and training on behalf of the management on how to deal with bad customer experience like a hair in the food. By the way, I'm bold, so the long hair is from the kitchen!

Good food. Friendly server. In a college town, so can be very busy on sport weekends. Nice…read morelooking restaurant.

The food was good but cold which is confusing as we waited an hour for dinner to arrive. Staff were…read morefriendly and the restaurant is nice. They do offer gluten free options but not all those on their website are still available.

We got a delightful breakfast here a few days ago. The shop is wonderfully decorated with beautiful…read morepaintings and art glass items. The two ladies who were working there were very friendly and helpful. Our food was great and prepared to our requests. Highly recommend and we will be back.

Lovely Little Place!…read more If you are looking for a nice little place to have a drink, get some soup, have some breakfast or sit in comfort and see beautiful etched glass, this is your place.

We stopped by Cinnamon Bear on a road trip and I'm so glad we found it!…read more It is a cute local cafe right next to the college campus. The have a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, bowls, and baked goods, and plenty of tables to sit at. We ordered sandwiches (sun-dried ham panini, breakfast sandwich), coffee and shared a cinnamon roll as a treat- it was wonderful! I would definitely recommend cinnamon bear for a yummy lunch or for a baked treat with coffee!

The Peppermint mocha was YUM!!!!! Perfect balance with the syrup to make you feel Christmas season…read morein the air. The sandwich was "ok". For the high price, you should definitely get another egg.

Looking for some good coffee in the Burg but you're tired of going to the same café?Don't trip, I…read moregot you. It's lowkey a hidden gem that I've been gatekeeping, it's worth the hype tho. Drifters Café is the kind of place you stumble into once and wonder how you ever lived without it. Tucked away in Harrisonburg, it's got a relaxed, unpolished charm that feels instantly inviting like your cool friend's loft but with better espresso. The coffee? Legit. Smooth, bold, and just the right amount of creative. Their iced Mexi Mocha hits you with a hint of spice that somehow makes you feel more awake and alive than your average caffeine fix. What sets Drifters apart is how effortlessly comfortable it feels. There's no forced aesthetic or overly curated playlist just friendly people, natural light, and a space that feels like it was made for slowing down. Whether you're catching up with a friend, deep in your laptop, or just people watching over a hot latte, it never feels like you're overstaying your welcome. If you're looking for good coffee, a chill and friendly atmosphere, or you just want to lock in and get some work done. Drifters is where you want to be

Searching Yelp for breakfast is one of my favorite activities while I'm out of town. I saw this…read moreplace and decided it looked pretty good. The place was pretty empty at 7:30am on a Saturday morning, but I'm not complaining at all. Service was really good. I got the avocado bagel with everything seasoning on top and a vanilla latte. Both were made well. I was expecting an avocado spread, but was nicely surprised when I saw that it was actual slices of avocado. It was delicious and kept me full for a good amount of time! I loved it here and would return.

The service was great, no issues, neat little place. Coffee was meh, sounded better than the actual…read moreproduct. Would stop again but try something different. Both our coffees were not terribly impressive. Also grabbed two oatmeal cream pies which were just two oatmeal cookies with sweet frosting. Disappointed as well. Will try something different some other time.

Great quality coffee (2 iced caramel breve) and they taste delicious. We also got 2 Wildwood bagel…read moresandwiches with salmon and we were both very impressed by the quality, quantity, and the bagel itself. Overall great experience, super cute place. Service was also great.

We were visiting Harrisonburg for the weekend and after looking on Yelp for a good place to have…read moredinner on a Saturday night, we decided on Capital Ale House. Lots of prom kids and college students filled the place. We were quickly seated in a nice booth and Nate our server helped us with some stout beers. We had a milk stout and a caramel macchiato stout the latter of which was the best. Looking at the menu I have to say it was not your standard ale house fair. It was definitely "elevated" in this regard. We asked to split a 2 soft shell entree with broccolini & seasoned mash, a bowl of crab bisque and a pierogi sampler. We also asked for an extra plate, to which Nate said he would take care of it. When the food arrived it was divided perfectly. Nate had split the bowl of soup into 2 small bowls and he divided the entree and sides onto 2 plates. The soft shell crabs were HUGE, the largest I had ever seen, and crisply fried to perfection. The sides were equally exquisite in their flavor and preparation. The crab bisque was loaded with fresh lump crabmeat and perfectly seasoned. The pirogies were also excellent in flavor and presentation. It was the most satisfying meal I'd had in a while (could be because I was craving soft shells) Needless to say we were very happy with the food in every way and were stuffed as we asked for the check. Nate/Nathaniel really made the experience as he was highly attentive, though caring for many tables, and was quick to take care of our every need. The place was really rocking with customers and everyone there was having a great time. We'll definitely be back and let everyone we know what a top notch establishment Capital Ale House in Harrisonburg is.

We saw Facebook ads and decided to try it out during Happy Hour Thursday. We were seated in the…read moremiddle of very loud college kids in the upper deck, and then ignored for over 10 minutes. We stopped a guy delivering beer to ask when we would be served. He got our waitress who was far from friendly. It was almost too hard for her to take the food and the drink orders at once because she kept getting it wrong. And of course, it was. She completely forgot about our appetizer until after we had mentioned it several times during our meal. We had to keep flagging her down to refill our drinks. The check had regular instead of happy hour pricing (thankfully i asked to see the breakdown when she just wanted our card). The beer was ok, the food was mediocre, and the service sucked!!