Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the Full Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg. read more

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Cute little tea spot. They do have coffee, but only drip or iced. They're more of a tearoom type rather than coffee spot. Atmosphere was 10/10 with little frilly white umbrellas on the patio. Husband had the avocado toast and they nailed it! I had the hot turkey sandwich with gf bread and it was so yummy! Would definitely visit again if ever back in the area. read more

We visited this restaurant on a beautiful day in Fall. The weather was so nice that we could sit outside. The customer service was outstanding and super friendly. I ordered chicken pot pie, a little key lime pie bite and sweet tea. The crust on the chicken pot pie was exceptionally tasty and the pie bite was just the right size. You don't feel like you are downtown. The serving pieces were vintage and really helped capture the vibe. Because the food was amazing, service friendly and atmosphere cozy, I'm really excited to go back and try more. This is my new favorite place! read more

Perfect! We got iced coffee and two pastries and everything was amazing! The staff are super friendly and nice. This is a must visit spot ! read more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Harrisonburg, Virginia

You will begin to fall in love with this place the moment you see the sign. It looks cozy, welcoming, and yes historic. The brick patio and rod iron furniture is a foreshadowing that you will be here for a few hours (at least). But then, you open the door. I don't recommend you enter with your eyes closed, but if you did it would allow you to delay the distraction of the display case. Why would this be of benefit? Because it would increase the intensity of the aroma washing over you. An aroma that is simply put is heavenly, but to be more descriptive is bready, brown butter, icing, and a caramelized sugar glaze all in one. Just behind it is the contrast of pulled espresso shots and brewed coffee. You hear the conversations of people and orders being taken at the register. Maybe it's time to open your eyes. Before you are espresso brownies, lemon crumble, pecan bars, and chocolate cupcakes. Depending on the day, there will be cakes available by the slice (or larger portions-no judgement). Half dozens of cupcakes as well. You will never visit here and want for a quality selection. Instead you will wish your appetite could be expanded. There are many "must visit" locations in downtown Harrisonburg. This is in my top 5. read more

Amazing! I visited for afternoon tea and it was incredibly good! If you consider yourself a coffee person (I do!) don't deny yourself the incredible change of pace that tea offers! You will get your caffeine, if needed (I need it!). The cafe is such a relaxing, quaint little place and the owner's mom was so sweet, helpful and incredibly attentive. I got the full tea service and did not regret a sip or bite! Seriously the best scone I've ever had! Lemon ginger read more

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I was in town for work staying at hotel down the street and stumbled upon this gem. I loved it here so much. They had gluten free options and offered to change gloves and utensils. The waffle was absolutely amazing! The fruit fresh and delicious! And the tea was just lovely. I also got a gluten free blueberry muffin to go that I gobbled up for lunch. The restaurant has outdoor and indoor seating. The servers were so friendly, hospitable, and downright lovely. I think I'll go back tomorrow. read more

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CoVid update: they have increased their outdoor seating area. The bake goods list is posted on the front door. A wait staff will come out to take your order or you can call in your order ahead of time. The bathrooms are closed. The city has provided a porta potty located in the back of the building. So don't try to go in the building for now. Food is still amazing and freshly made daily! read more

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Absolutely adorable! Lovely atmosphere-- welcoming and friendly! Best avocado toast I've ever had :) thank you!

Heritage Bakery made us our baked goodies for our wedding and they were fantastic. We had numerous people tell us, "this is the best cake i've ever had!" From our tasing through our wedding day, the Hertage Team was so sweet to work with. We moved forward with an almond cake with raspberry frosting, chocolate cupcakes, and lemon cupcakes. Some of the cupcakes were gluten free and nut free as well. I've loved Heritage Bakery since my days at JMU, so it was extra special to have them serving our wedding cake! We would highly recommend Heritage Bakery for your event needs -- or just any sweet treat. read more

Traveling along I 81 and needed a place to stop for coffee and something to eat. This place is adorable. Friendly service and very good items. I'm gluten free and they offered gf toast which was great. I had a breakfast sandwich and it was great. This will definitely be a place I'll look to stop at on my way up North. read more

While I am familiar with the Harrisonburg area, I do not live in the state and only return every few years. The next time I visit, I hope this place is still here. The patio area near the entrance is clean and green making it pleasant to sit at even being right next to Main Street. Inside, the vibe feels a little like entering a country home. The kitchen itself looks like a typical kitchen, not industrial style. China lines the walls and is used for the dishware. Utensils and straws are recyclable. Being a family-owned, pastry shop, it has somewhat limited options, but they are likely fresh baked that day. I say likely because I had coffee only. The coffee is brewed (don't expect cappuccino or espresso), which was perfectly fine for me. They even provide one free refill. Overall, I really enjoyed my short time there. It is a unique departure from the typical, modern-style coffee shop at most places. If I attended or worked at JMU, I could see myself being here often. read more

Tuck on the side of a building is this cute little bakery & cafe. You can tell everything is made with love and care. The staff are very nice. The special of the day sandwich (a Caprese type sandwich) didn't "wow" me, but was still pretty good. The chips seemed to be the multigrain ones you can buy at Costco (not complaining, but not what I expected). I still want to try their breakfast & pastries, but I feel like there may be better stops for more generous prices with just as fresh food for lunch. All in all, it was just okay but I'd still like to come back because maybe it was just what I ordered. read more

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I hate to leave bad reviews, but last year I ordered a cake for my moms birthday, and it was beautifully decorated and had lots of flowers on it, icing design all around it. This is a photo of the cake I just picked up. It's like they just stopped trying halfway across the cake? And they charged me full price for this- I was so embarrassed when I presented. It looked like a 6 year old decorated - I expect so much more from a custom order for a bakery. read more

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I've tried almost everything on their breakfast menu and loved it all!! Never have any complaints and their staff is so friendly. read more

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Visited 6/25/2021: We stopped into Heritage Bakery & Cafe hoping to grab some pastries to take back to our hotel, but they only had scones which was a disappointment to us given the photos we've seen online of their bakes. But it wasn't a huge deal, so we ordered food to enjoy in the cafe. I had a bowl of granola, yogurt, and fruit. It was a generously-sized portion and their homemade granola was delicious; they served the bowl drizzled with honey and I couldn't have asked for anything more. Except for bananas, I was disappointed that my bowl didn't have bananas on it, but there was plenty of berries on top to keep me satisfied. My husband ordered the Belgian waffle and from the one bite of it I had, it was incredible. Super fluffy with a nice crispy exterior, it was everything you could wish from a Belgian waffle. It was served with syrup on the side and was mounded with fresh fruit. The set-up inside is really cute, and behind the counter, the open kitchen looks like a little old lady's kitchen. The young people working there were helpful and friendly, but we felt awkward in there. They were all talking and laughing and it felt like we had walked in on a private conversation. I don't know, we just didn't feel super welcomed. Our iced coffees were good, and they had soy milk available for us, but I wish they had more of an interesting coffee bar selection. Not a deal-breaker though because they don't obviously advertise themselves as a coffee shop. Also, I think their signage could be a bit better and more clear. Their menu board is on the right side of the counter and it's hard to crane your neck to see everything they have available quickly with other people behind you waiting to order. We also weren't sure if we were supposed to leave our dirty plates on the table or bring them back up to the counter since it wasn't really a sit-down table service situation. None of these should be a deal-breaker though, and I would certainly visit them again next time I'm in Harrisonburg. read more

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This little place has the worlds most beautiful cakes! The photo I'm attaching doesn't do them justice, alas. But everything we had there - the blueberry Bundt cake and the avocado toast - was excellent (and very artistic looking). Super nice staff, too! read more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe - The worlds most beautiful cakes at this great bakery/coffee shop! Stopped here for coffee and loved it. Great friendly folks, too! - Cafes Near Me - Harrisonburg, Virginia

The place quite and staff was very nice and friendly. The food was great I had salmon lox and my son had the GF beligum waffle with fruit. Everything was amazing The dozes was beautiful to eat off of and look at. Definitely go back to again. read more

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Amazing spot. Delicious food, wonderful service, beautiful outdoor patio to enjoy your meal. Highly recommend.

I simply feel this is a hidden gem, and a treasure to have in Harrisonburg. I'm glad to know and have the opportunity to visit this cafe. Beautiful, and really puts in what downtown Harrisonburg doesn't seem to already have in its points of food and business. Presently, it meets the coffee and tea expectation with a splash of southern appeal and class. read more

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We stopped by here while in town on a Saturday Morning. They had a nice outdoor eating area with a small indoor dining area as well. The Croissant Breakfast Sandwich was very good and not too heavy. The Blueberry muffin had a different taste than we were used to but still was very good. I would definitely recommend Heritage Bakery & Cafe. read more

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heritage is my favorite place in harrisonburg. getting breakfast or lunch here with my friends is always the highlight of my week. every time I walk in and see the owner, Isabelle, she's always asking me and my friends how our day is going and helping us decide on what to get. we call her our "neighborhood fairy" because she is so kind and truly bakes the most delicious macaroons, cookies, and cakes. i already can't wait for the next trip i make to heritage! read more

This place was A-OK! I guess the hype was real. We stopped here on our first time in H'burg, and basically drive straight to it. The parking lot at S Federal and E Bruce was handy, and although it's not huge, we managed the last spot before heading over to the visitor center where the cafe is located. The whole building is quaint and charming, but wait until you see the cafe-it's cuteness overload! No more than 10 small tables inside and a handful in the outdoor patio area, and the self-service water/condiments section was also charming. I believe the baked goods are prepared fresh daily and they sell out some things by mid-afternoon. But we were here for lunch, specifically their curry chicken. So was it worth the almost 100-mile drive?? Well, they sold out! We settled for other things on the menu: - Egg salad on croissant: YUM. I probably needed 2-4 of these, which says something about the portion size, but at least I wasn't hungry anymore. Two options for sides, and I chose kale salad. Fresh (I believe locally sourced) kale chopped and tossed in light sweet vinegar dressing, this was GOOD. 4.5/5 - Fresh mozzarella: I believe it was served on a toasted focaccia, and the pesto and tomatoes blended complemented the whole thing. Corn chips on the side for this one, and they were good, although cant beat the kale salad! 5/5 How could we come all the way here and not pick up at least one baked goodie? We got the pumpkin chocolate chip cake, and it was this moist, chocolatey perfection with a nutty finish. Yum! The service was great, and this one particular staff was very friendly and helpful, and made us first-time visitors feel welcome. Oh I also appreciated the umbrella for the outdoor table. All in all, I wish the portion size was a little bigger, but that egg salad on croissant was otherwise tops. I'm daydreaming now. read more

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I stopped by this little cafe while visiting Harrisonburg. It is tucked beside the historical museum, so you can't see it right away. It's a small space but so worth stopping by. They have indoor and outdoor seating. It's a causal cute and welcoming atmosphere. The ladies working are sweet and helpful. I couldn't decided what to get because everything looked so yummy. I got the pumpkin muffin and a raspberry chocolate macaroon. The muffins was moist and flavorful. The macaroon was a little piece of heaven. I'm sad I didn't get a dozen because one just wasn't enough! They also have lunch items and coffee available. I learned they also do custom orders on a variety of items. I saw cakes, cupcakes, and macaroons all ready to be picked up from customers! Stop by if you are in the area! If you want to sit, possibly be prepared for a wait, but it will be well worth it! read more

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We had a great experience at Heritage Bakery and Cafe! So many healthy options. I had a delicious quiche with an great salad. The kids ordered sandwiches, iced tea and fresh orange juice. The outdoor seating had enough space in between tables. It was a beautiful setting for an outdoor brunch. Access to clean restrooms always make me happy! read more

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I went to school in the area and probably went to heritage for a macaron or a pastry once a week. LOL yea, I balled out even tho I was college budget af. Anyways, the macarons here are to die for. Isabel, the owner and baker and the coolest gal ever, makes them and you'll find that each day or so a new flavor appears in the case. There's always something new in the case!!!! Like I can't name a single thing that's not delicious. Their sandwiches and breakfast sandwiches are amazing. I always get the smoked salmon bagel for breakfast or I'll switch it up and get egg bacon Gouda on croissant. Honestly it's a cute and quaint place, so don't be surprised if it's super busy. The case sells out quick!! Every thing here is cute. From the pastries to the desserts. ALSO, She does cakes. She's done wedding cakes and birthday cakes and grad cakes. I bought myself a lavender lemon cake and truthfully can tell you I ate it all myself. LOOK AT THE PICS IF UR HESITANT, BC I GUARANTEE ITS A GOOD SPOT read more

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Just go to Bella Gelato & pastries and play it safe , so you wouldn't feel sorry about wasting money(in my case $10 for 3 cupcakes and 3 macaroons). I didn't like my cupcake or macaroon(cream inside disgusting, not a real macaroon). Go only If you are okay with having a sugar rash afterwards, everything is over sweet and excess amounts of sugar. Those with diabetes, this place is NO-NO. You will feel really bad afterwards. Service is good, but the place doesn't worth spending money. read more

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I loved this bakery! The food is delicious. I was a few days in town and couldn't stop going there. All the girls who worked there are very professional. I loved the owner, she is charming and sweet! She already knew my name! I will miss the avocado toast and the Belgian gluten free waffle, and the freshly squeezed orange juice! Can you guys open in my area? :) see you soon! read more

Lovely, tea for 2 only $6.00! I was pleasantly surprised that they offer Golden Yunnan tea-one of my favorites. We also had a delicious waffle with huge berries. Beautiful presentation. Excellent cost to value ratio. We will definitely come back. read more

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During the COVID-19 epidemic, this company still provided awesome service! Their kindness was amazing and I told them to surprise me for $25! The assortment that I received was beautiful and it was delivered to my car following proper precautions! I've always loved this little place and they take pride in their pastries and desserts! Take time to check out this quaint little cafe! read more

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Gorgeous! We ordered a custom key lime tart and it was a showstopper. I didn't even want to eat it because it was so pretty. The figs and berries were perfectly ripe, the tart was tangy and buttery, and the service was impeccable. I also felt reassured that they were taking necessary precautions due to COVID-19, which was much appreciated. Everyone we dealt with was wearing a mask, and they don't allow patrons inside so we waited outside for them to bring the items outside. It was a breeze to order and everyone commented on how beautiful it was. Above and beyond expectations! read more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe - Custom birthday tart - pretty and delicious! And a squirrel wearing a mask in front of the shop :) - Cafes Near Me - Harrisonburg, Virginia

We ate outside and ordered a salmon sandwich, breakfast croissant with bacon, egg, and cheese, and a lavender cake-- all were fantastic. We ate outside with our puppy and enjoyed the food. This is more of a take out spot-- don't expect frills-- but the croissant BEC sandwich was delicious, and the lavender cake had amazing icing -- subtle flavors and not too sweet. We will definitely be back . read more

They have decaf! Mini chocolate cakes were a nice bite-sized pick me up. Parking is tough here and the dessert stock dwindles into the afternoons but they are friendly and welcoming. read more

This is the best cafe in Downtown Harrisonburg Last weekend my wife and me stopped by to get breakfast, food was delicious, the service was excellent. The indoor and outdoor was very impressive! read more

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Super cute bakery. The selections are baked fresh everyday. The coffee was fresh and hot. We had the blueberry muffin and linzer cookie. Yum. Will be back when we are in the area againn read more

Awesomesauce! A must stop, must eat destination. Great bakery assortment that stretches the palate and breakfast and lunch dishes each of which delights. The croissant is buttery and flaky, the salmon topped bagel yields with succulent salmon on top of a pillow of cream cheese with the bit of red onion and the salty capers Of course we got a variety of sweets for the ride. The selection changes regularly Do yourself a favor, stop and enjoy. read more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Harrisonburg, Virginia

Heritage bakery is such a sweet little place. I visited with some friends of mine from the Harrisonburg area (they are regulars) and I loved it. They had a great selection of teas and pastries, a charming atmosphere, lots of indoor and outdoor seating, and the most delicious pop tart I've ever tasted. I think their use of space, sharing with the chamber of commerce, is brilliant, it also doesn't take away from their cute, little cafe feel. Lots of windows so it's nice and bright. Parking on the street was easy, lots of available spaces all around the bakery. I've been told that they often have gluten free selections, though there were none there when I visited - it was also around 4pm. I've had their cupcakes at a wedding and they were also wonderful. Check out this beautiful bakery and cafe, it won't disappoint! read more

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Couldn't ask for more out of a bakery. Stopped here for lunch and had the best tuna croissant sandwich. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Will be coming back! read more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Harrisonburg, Virginia

Quite a hidden gem of a cafe, with both indoor and outdoor seating! We circled it twice before we found the sign for Bakery & Visitor's Center. There was plenty of parking available. The staff was friendly, efficient, and delivered our order quickly. We both had a delicious, crisp croissant breakfast sandwich with eggs, Havarti cheese (one with bacon, one with greens), fresh fruit cup (really fresh raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and banana slices), garnish slices of blood oranges, and fresh, tasty coffee. After ordering at the front, staff delivered food by table number. Everything was served on China mugs or plates - very attractive! Coffee creamers, syrups, and sweeteners were self-serve. Coffee to go was free. Clean up was self-serve under the coffee station. The only reason for a 4 rating was the mouthful of coffee grinds at the bottom of my coffee cup. Otherwise, this was a great little place for breakfast or lunch! read more

I wish this beautiful bakery served espresso drinks, but my black coffee was definitely good enough. My husband reviews his salmon bagel as exceptional, and my avocado toast was CRAZY GOOD! read more