The ambience of this café is awesome, love the use of an old house. Customer service was amazing…read more The coffee was great. Will be back to try their sandwiches. The macaroons were so good.

I went here with a group of friends for a much needed get-together. We had been catching up both…read morevirtually and over the phone but it had been a while since we saw each other in person. We were able to use the back room in the cafe that had a large table and provided a cozy setting with lots of natural light coming through the windows and cute macaroon-shaped pillows on the chairs. We had hibiscus tea and peach tea for the table to share. The peach tea was everyone's favorite, it didn't even need any added sugar. It was served in cute pastel teapots, though one of the teapots had a chip at the spout which made me a little nervous. We also had macaroons made in-house for the table. I can't remember if I asked the staff if any of the macaroons were dairy free, but I asked my friends at the table and was told there was dairy in them. I later asked the staff if there was any food they offered that was dairy-free and they showed me their pastry counter but ultimately determined that everything offered had dairy, so all I had while at the café was the tea. The ladies I was with loved the macaroons. I wish I could have had some. I recommend at least 1-2 food options be added in the café for folks who have a dairy allergy. Café Genevieve provides a nice atmosphere for tea with a unique setting -- in a 1734 house that is decked out with Parisian decor. It's not the most private setting -- it got pretty noisy during our time there and there were a few interruptions to our conversation. We should have asked if we could have closed the door, because that definitely would have helped with noise and privacy. Overall, the customer service was great and the tea was really good! If you want to meet here for a private event, conversation, or just want some peace and quiet, that back room with the door closed could provide it. It's a nice café to check out.

While in the area I Yelped bakeries near me. I don't come to this area very often so when I saw…read moreRoela's I set my GPS and went. It's a pretty small bakery but definitely overflowing with breads and desserts. They have so many items to choose from: hopia with mongo, ube breads, le flan, Ensemada, halo halo, pepperoni bread, Spanish bread, almond cookies, orange Greek cookies, pan de coco, and more. The owner has been here for almost 8 years. I didn't get a chance to try any of her coffees but that is next on the list!! I can't wait to go back!

Handmade bakery with a large variety of sweet and savory options. Clean interior. Delicious cookies…read moreand sandwiches.

Hidden Gem for Sweet Tooths & Pup Parents!…read more We visited House of Marmalade as part of the Hampton Roads Passport Series, and I am so glad we did -- I don't think I would've discovered this little gem otherwise! The shop is small and cozy with no indoor seating, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in charm and incredible sweets. The bakery case was absolutely stunning -- full of beautifully made cookies, macarons, and more. We tried three macarons (espresso, almond, and salted caramel), and every single one was perfection -- fresh, flavorful, and just the right size and sweetness. We also grabbed a shortbread cookie, which was buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. And let's not forget our pup! Lexi got a pumpkin cupcake with peanut butter icing, topped with a tiny bone-shaped treat -- not only adorable, but she devoured it. Definitely pup-approved! The staff was fantastic -- super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. You can tell they care about their craft and their customers. Whether you're doing the Passport Tour or just looking for a place to grab something sweet, House of Marmalade is absolutely worth the stop. We'll definitely be back!

Immediately lost in smells and nostalgia upon walking in the door! We had the hardest time…read moreselecting just a few items so we purchased several. This tiny bakery did not disappoint and was better than expected and remembered from my childhood (Please just don't tell mom). The flavors were satisfying and took your tastebuds on a journey! So yummy! Go check this place out!

I really wanted to love Macaron Tart, its a good looking shop and the pastries are absolutely…read morebeautiful and very appetizing to the eyes. Unfortunately, the taste didn't match the presentation for me. The pastries didn't seem very fresh, the crust was overly thick, and the texture was a bit off. I also tried the pot pie, which wasn't enjoyable -- the onion smell was overpowering and took away from the flavor. This may just be my personal experience and my own palette, but I was disappointed given how promising everything looked.

The bakery is adorable, clean lines and open light to enjoy a small meal or coffee and pastry. The…read morebaking case is filled with treats, including gluten free choices. The owner and baker was friendly and quite helpful. The treats are delicious. I am not a huge macaron fan but I loved the smores ones. The pan au chocolate is delicious and the smores tart divine. The madalines were a bit too lemon flavored for me. Definitely worth a try. The prices were a touch high for me, and the macarons can not be bought as singles but otherwise very good.

I made the arguably unwise decision to stop here late in the day on an Easter holiday when pastries…read morewere clearly on people's minds and the theme was chocolate eggs. It was a long wait in line. Towards the end of their limited hours, I was pleased that they still had a pretty good selection. They sold out of some things, but I found a robust selection of pastries and a loaf of bread as well, albeit one too big for their slices. With macarons and chocolate on sale as well, they had a lot worth coming for. The cake slices were as rich and smooth as one hopes for a French bakery, but several other pastries met with aplomb as well. I struggled to locate a high-end bakery in this geographic area, but did not regret having come to this one at all.

Located in the historic Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, La Brioche is in the old Colley Pharmacy…read morelocation. This location gives them ample seating inside as well as patio seating along Colley Avenue. The service is friendly and efficient. I popped in on a Friday at lunch time and enjoyed a ham and cheese croissant while my Dad had chicken salad on a baguette. Both were delicious. Drinks are available in a refrigerated case include an assortment of sodas and Pellegrino. The cases that hold the sandwiches and pastries look amazing. I didn't purchase any pastries or desserts this time, but I will be back to indulge on the next visit. Welcome to Colley Avenue!

Come check this place out! Mt daughter is obsessed with boba tea and she did an iced mango with…read morepopping peach. She drank it so quick! My son got some chocolate ice cream, and then I loaded up on some macaroons to take home. They are so soft and crunchy like a macaroon is supposed to be. Service was amazing! I plan to come again and have a coffee and some cake!

I've only been here once, a long time ago…read more From what I remember, it was only OK. The macaroons were alright. I think I had some other type of dessert, but I can't even recall that. I remember being here back when it was a yogurt shop. I might give it another go some day, but I'm not sure.

This place is heaven for a vegan! And traditional eaters wouldn't know the difference in any of…read morethese baked goodies! The options were amazing... even near closing time! They had SOFT SERVE VEGAN ICE CREAM! This place is super cute, limited seating. We ordered way too much- my favorite was the cookie dough cake. The frosting was sooo good! Perfectly sweetened and fluffy. They have a small selection of sandwiches and pasta salads too! We ordered the egg salad and tuna salad sandwich. It was on a homemade bread- and absolutely amazing! The service was great and the employees were friendly and attentive- so happy we found this place! Absolutely recommend if you need an amazing baked treat or a vegan sandwich!

I stopped by on my way to the beach one morning because I will never pass up a vegan bakery!…read moreOverall, I liked the sweet treats I ordered, and I loved the breakfast sandwich I got (sausage & egg, but I had to add hot sauce). The reason for the three stars is because the service was not great at all. The girl behind the counter seemed confused and she was rude and hesitant to help me even though I was the only person in the store at the time. Also the treats selection could have been better.

the cashier micheal is the goat Love this place Nice ass food i Will mess up some sushiread more

In a store that large and fairly crowded employees still took the time to help…read more I asked a lady in the bakery if they carried sugar-free cakes. She stopped what she was doing to take me to where they were. It was a good distance away. I asked another employee, Jess, for help finding Hard Cider. Same thing. Stopping what she was doing just to help me. Finally, the cashier Amanda, went above and beyond to put rubber bands around my cakes, double bagged the heavier groceries then used a Wegman's Card that would save me money. None of these ladies had to go the extra mile. But they did! Hats off to these ladies. I will be going back again!!

My first time going to a whole foods. The store has a large selection is quiet and healthier…read moreoptions I tried the pizza made by Arely it was good and her service was great.

The young woman in the Amazon return section of this store was INCREDIBLY RUDE!!…read more Actually the lack of friendliness at this store was palatable!! It began as I entered the store carrying two small packages destined to be returned to Amazon. Since I had never been in this store, I am from out of state, I was lost. A hurried Whole Foods employee with hardly a glance much less a 'good morning' (FYI for any Whole Foods management... this occured at 945am on August 27 ... and yes I will be going to their website to share this report because I am really unhappy!) basically demanded that I go to a door situated behind the registers ... no niceties just a brutal command as she rushed by (In NJ such an attitude might deserve a certain hand response because I felt like crap in this overpriced store!). The young woman in Amazon Returns pretty much pulled the boxes away from me. I said 'good morning' and I may have heard a grunt but her face said "screw you." I pointed out that the one box needed tape and she glared saying "I HEARD YOU!" I then asked for a receipt and it was almost as if she was baring her fangs as she spitted "you'll get them in your email within two weeks!" I am not sure if her speechless coworker gave a damn or concurred or was in shock but I felt worthless knowing I would never return!! I then walked briefly around the store ... no southern hospitality and prices 10-20% higher than neighboring stores plus it seems like the janitorial team hasn't cleaned the floors lately!! I hurried to my car which is where I am writing this because I didn't want to forget my furor at the total lack of customer care I just experienced!!