Blue Oven just gets better and better! Currently they have started up their mini farmers market…read moreagain. It is Wednesdays from 2-6pm! You are encouraged to order ahead online (which must be done by 9am Sundays for the Wed pickup). They do have some stuff for onsite purchase, but it is first come first serve! My favorite Blue Oven product has always been the English Muffin. Second to that is any croissant they make. Recently I tried the almond croissant and coconut croissant which is now my #1 flavor. They are huge, flaky, buttery, and have yumminess in the center! I finally got to try one of their scones, which has now ruined me for any other scones... spinach cheddar, wow. Finally my newest favorite item is their Spinach Kale pesto bread with cheese. I look forward to Wednesdays just for this bread! Don't forget the Italian hub cap which is huge and a bread staple! I like it with an olive oil dip or garlic butter! Beyond their goodies, for the mini market they have teamed up with Roothouse Aquaponics to provide greens, and Old Dutch Farm to provide meat, poultry, eggs, and maple syrup! All the businesses accept card (some for a small fee) or cash. They all also take pre-orders on their websites! Beyond this location, you can find Blue Oven goodies at such places as Jungle Jims, ETC produce, and more! Check their website for details!

Bumping this down one star for a very unfortunate reason:…read more I woke up this morning craving some of the delicious bread I bought Saturday, only to discover that my Froagies already had mold on them. I don't expect natural, homemade food to last forever, but I do expect it to stay fresh for longer than two days. Last week, I purchased Froagies as well, and they became moldy four days later. When fresh, the Froagies are delightful, but I certainly can't eat an entire package before it goes bad. Splurging on $6.00 bread that ends up in the trash bin makes me cringe. Perhaps these need to be packaged differently? Perhaps smaller portions need to be offered? The other bread I purchased in big, round loaves is still fresh and going strong. As much as I loved those Froagies, sadly, I won't be buying any more.

This place is definitely worth it! Its very small maybe 10 tables and we drive over 45 min just to…read moreget there. The best french toast anywhere!!! I get the turkey sandwich and its amazing every time. She does it all herself pretty much, orders , food runs and checkouts. So friendly and amazing, we don't come very often cause we so far away but she always remembers our order. Just a great experience every time, no matter how busy she is always super friendly and attentive. Yes we come for the amazing food but she truly is amazing. No matter what it's always on point and worth the drive.

We had lunch here yesterday and it was pretty good!…read more I had the Fish Submarine sandwich and an order of Onion Rings. My husband ordered the Cheeseburger and an Unsweetened Ice Tea. My fish was just a tad overcooked but had a nice crunch and good flavor. I'd order it again. The onion rings were ok. Maybe frozen? My husband said the burger was pretty good too. The prices are great!! And the service was excellent! Very friendly and welcoming - while being quick and efficient. We'll be back

This is such a cute little place. And the service is very friendly and welcoming…read more But, I think it's pretty average in coffee and food quality at best. I stopped in this past week with my daughter and granddaughter because we had been wanting to try this place for a while. My daughter ordered an Iced Latte with Raspberry and Vanilla. I ordered a Chai hot tea. My daughter ordered the giant Chocolate Chip Cookie and I ordered a Smoked Gouda and Chive scone. I also purchased a bag of their House Blend coffee beans to go. The chocolate chip cookie is good. Crispy on the outside. Gooey chocolate inside and the salt on top sets it off. My daughter thought her coffee "had potential" but it had too many pumps of the flavorings and it had overpowered the drink. I tasted it and I didn't find it drinkable the way it was made. She didn't finish it. My Chai tasted just like a gingerbread cookie. Like a winter flavored hot drink. Not like any chai I've ever had anywhere or made at home. I thought the flavor was ok but not what I expected or wanted. I would not order it again. The scone, as my daughter said of her coffee, had potential. But it was very, very dry and dense. I made the house coffee at home and was surprised to see how thin and weak it looked in the pot. The taste was the same. I will try doubling the amount that I typically use to see if that improves the taste but I wouldn't purchase the beans again. We will stop in again sometime and try some other things on the menu.

Already reviewed this place once - but I had to come back to brag on them -…read more The spinach bacon cheddar scone is the best scone in Cincinnati- crunchy salty peppery dense decadent/ if you think you can name a better one I think it calls for a scone-off- Hear me out- we sit around ranking scones one morning with delicious coffee- Who is in?? We can do it at the Mercantile- it's inviting cozy and the staff are soo friendly-

A small little spot. The service was good. My eggs were perfectly prepared. I didn't try the…read moreavocado toast, but it still looked really good. The ambience was a little sanitized not real warm. But very clean. Places is easy to find in tons of parking.

Nothing to say positive about this place, sorry. Service is nonexistent, the food is terrible and…read moreit's dirty

Jason provided excellent service! He was friendly and made great recommendations. The locally…read moresourced burgers were the best smashburgers we've had in a while. It is also rare to find onion straws! It was a great find while traveling.

Diners are my favorite type of restaurant and it's been that way since I was a little girl, so let…read moreme tell you I was shocked that I hadn't been to Tealside yet! It was a small space but feels like a diner from an old movie. It was cozy and fun! I got the Tealside Slammer with scrambled eggs, potato cakes, and upgraded the standard pancake to a waffle with brown sugar butter. It's one of my favorite meals I've had this year. I've never had potato cakes before, so now I am on a mission to learn how to make them from home. The eggs were buttery and fluffy - I loved them. The sausage tasted just like how my grandma makes it. The waitress (who was super bubbly and friendly!) suggested I get the brown sugar butter with my waffle and she was so right. I've never had something like that, but there is no going wrong with brown sugar or butter - the combination of the two obviously is amazing! I can't wait to go back and try even more on the menu!

Fantastic food & great home cooking. We had an amazing smash-burger and some of the best fries I've…read moreever had. Amanda recommended the meal & she was 100% correct! They serve breakfast all day as well. This restaurant connects to the theater so you can watch a $5 movie after you eat. It's a little hard to find at first since it only has a little sign out front. It's right where the gps shows, just a small mom & pop restaurant. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

When walking in the cashier was very welcoming. It felt like a little diner and very homy. Our…read moreorder was Philly cheese steak fries, goetta grilled cheese, jalapeño poppers and a smoosh burger. Everything tasted amazing, the goetta on the grilled cheese was different but tasted perfect. The jalapeño poppers had a great kick to them. We will definitely be going back to try other menu items

The latte I got was great, the service was very friendly. There was no rush, so if you are looking…read morefor this to be your quick weekday stop don't, but if you have time its definitely worth it. I stopped specifically because everyone said they had Gluten Free bread, they no longer carry it. The server told me a bunch of people have to ask and then they can maybe make it because it take at least 3 days to make it. While I appreciate the homemade attempt that is a bummer. But coffee was great! And the food looked delicious.

I was really excited when this café popped up near me. It's honestly a little easy to miss from the…read moreroad, and I really hope it gets the attention it deserves because it's such a sweet spot. I went in just needing a caffeine boost, but ended up staying for lunch because I was pleasantly surprised by how many good food options they had. I started with a latte with vanilla and macadamia milk. They offer real milk, oat milk, and macadamia milk. The latte was delicious and came out at the perfect temperature. The person I was with got an Earl Grey that was equally good, and they also do full pots of tea if you want to sit and stay awhile. For lunch, I got an egg salad sandwich on gluten-free sourdough bread that's made in house. It felt healthy and filling, and I paired it with the carrot miso soup, which was also gluten free and really comforting. There was a small mix up with my friend's order and they didn't get exactly what they asked for, but honestly it was fine. I love supporting small businesses, and you could tell everyone was trying hard. The ambiance is absolutely adorable. It looks like they thrifted a lot of the décor. It's Peanuts/Snoopy themed, which was so cute and a little Hallmark-movie cozy. The seating was a mix of hardwood tables with mismatched chairs, bright and sunshiny with lots of natural light, and it just felt welcoming. The staff were wonderful. The worker helping us was so friendly and careful about my food allergy questions, running back to the kitchen to double check at every question so there were no mistakes. Someone I assume was the owner or manager came around to check on every table, which made the whole place feel very personal and cared for. Overall, I absolutely loved this café. I'll definitely be back, and honestly I hope they get enough love to expand someday because spots like this make a community feel special.

Today we made a trip to Harvester Farm to Table, and this place truly lives up to its name. They…read moredon't just talk about local sourcing -- they actually do it. Locally raised meat, locally grown vegetables, and even their own house-made bread. You can taste the care in every bite. I ordered the Brunch Burger, and it was outstanding. Two grass-fed beef smash patties, grilled to perfection, topped with a farm-raised egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion, all stacked on a fresh, house-made brioche bun. Even as a smash burger, it was still incredibly juicy and flavorful. It came with fresh-cut fries that were crisp, hot, and the perfect side. What really impressed me, though, was their Pay It Forward menu. For $15, you can pay for a meal for someone in need. That's not just good food -- that's a business looking out for its community, and I respect that. If you're looking for a great smash burger from a place doing things the right way, Harvester Farm to Table is absolutely worth the drive to Blanchester, Ohio. This is farm-to-table done right.

My second visit ... a 4-star experience…read more I sat in the dining room this visit - restrained rural chic. Good job. It is all hard surfaces and the music was a tad too loud (reduced upon request) and the two young infants were busy being infants ... cranky/noisy. Jayla was our server. Prompt and appropriately engaging and attentive. Unlike the prior visit, the chili was sufficiently warm when served and the spice level has improved, kind'a, sort'a like Wendy's spice level, but more flavorful - that is intended as a compliment. My buddy ordered the Italian sandwich w/roasted vegetables. The sandwich struck me as small-ish. The portion of roasted vegetables was generous. He liked both. The only disappointment this visit ... the hamburger bun utterly disintegrated after the third bite. They are proud that everything is scratch-made in house ... but this bun was a fail. I finished my burger w/fork and knife. When cashing out, the manager apologized and admitted that they had not sufficiently proofed the dough. Um; okay, so why serve a known problem? Minus 1-star. First visit: Yelp says that 3-stars is Okay. This was a 2.5-star experience that I am forgiving and rounding up to 3-stars. I sat at the counter to better gauge the tempo. The server arrived promptly with a menu, and my water appeared swiftly. It was refilled once by staff, twice by me. Inattention? Training? I ordered the single patty burger and upgraded the fries to a crock of chili. The chili was what I would describe as Ohio-mild. Not bland, just mild seasoning. The ingredients included beans (yay!) and the texture was good. The bad news: It was not hot. Not even warm. Mostly lukewarm, but four spoonfuls were cold. Yes, cold. And nobody' ever inquired if I was happy with the chili - or the burger. The menu mentions "weekly soup special." Chili was the weekly special. I am guessing that a pot of chili is kept in the cooler and only warmed(? microwaved?) when ordered. In the pic you will The burger is excellent. It was properly seasoned (not over- salted).The sesame bun was expertly toasted. The sauce is tasty and the portion was just right. The greens were a spring mix - another miss. The burger deserves cool crisp lettuce. I was not asked how I wanted the burger cooked ... it is a hand-formed thin patty, cooked on a flat top. It arrived well done, but not dried out. I would have preferred medium-rare, but was never asked. That said, I would happily order the burger again, but there is so much more on the menu that I want to try. The fries. I upgraded from fries to the chili for $2. Yet fries were also served. I am not a fries guy, primarily because I don't care for salt or carbs. These were made in house and if you like salted fries, you will probably be VERY happy with them. The ambiance is rural chic, nicely done and not what I expected to find in Blanchester. The woman working the register asked me to pay before my burger/entree was served. When I deferred, explaining that I would pay after my burger was served and consumed, she asked the kitchen about my burger and the reply from the grill suggested that my order was forgotten. When it arrived, it included fries that it should not have been plated (paid $2 to upgrade to chili. Summary: Great space. Great recipes. Great ingredients. Too many people/process problems. Will I return? Yes. I want to see if the problems are an aberration or endemic.

Really exceptional place. The vibe was chill. The space was nicely presented. The menu had a wide…read morerange of options, including a series of vegetable-forward options. The staff were extremely friendly and seemed willing to actively engage with customers. It was a nice neighborhood spot. I ordered Mo's Rice Bowl, and it was generally well executed. Maybe a little bit more rice than it needed, but it presented a nice combination of flavors and textures. The pickled onions were well done. There was a relish type offering that rounded it out. The fried egg was a nice protein addition. Overall, the dish came together. I'm not from Cincinnati, but they apparently have a regional goetta dish. I ordered the vegan version, and it was really well done. Good on the restaurant for thinking to offer a vegan version. All told, this was an exception place. It's a little small, but there was essentially no wait to get a seat at the bar. Highly recommended.

I came here for lunch on a Friday and fell in love this this place!…read moreWe arrived a little after 11, so right before the rush, and were greeted warmly. They seated us promptly and immediately someone was taking drink orders. Our waitress was very kind, offered helpful recommendations, and made the visit fun. I ordered the goomba fromlette and my coworker got the chicken sandwich. We also ordered sides of potato pancakes and garlicky greens to share. The fromlette is huge! It looked so good and tasted even better! The vegetables in it were well seasoned and perfectly cooked. The cheese and sauce on top complemented all the flavors very well. And the eggs themselves that made the base were perfectly done. I ate it all and left feeling so full and happy. I also have to talk about the sides. The potato pancakes are heavenly, and I could make a meal out of just them. The outsides are perfectly crispy and the inside melts in your mouth. I am literally still thinking about them. The garlicky greens are also fantastic and actually were the same vegetables that came in my fromlette. I loved them so much I was happy to eat more. They are very savory, saucy, and hit the spot. My coworker also really enjoyed the chicken sandwich, and ate all of it even though it made her so full. I will for sure be back. This place is so cute and intimate, the workers are all so happy, and the menu has so many great dishes that I cannot wait to try them all!

The place is unique & fun! As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the friendliest person, the…read moreowner. She was kind & helpful! I ordered the cowboy burger, onion rings & IPA! Everything was cooked to perfection & the burger can't be beat! Thank you for an excellent experience!

Good burgers. I had…read morelunch here three days ago with my daughter. It was a pretty day so we chose to sit outside on the back patio. We ordered the appetizer of the Mexican Street Corn Dip. And we both ordered the burgers, Animal Style - with pickles. The burgers come with fries or for an up-charge of $2.00, onion rings. I did the onion rings. I probably wouldn't order the dip again. The chips seemed to be fresh made and were crispy, hot and salty. The dip had a decent flavor but was somehow cold throughout while having the outside edges overcooked, chewy and stuck to the foil pan, leaving parts of it inedible. We expected better for a $10 app. The burgers were really good! They are double burgers but it's still only 1/4 pound of meat. They're thin smash burgers. Animal style is grilled onions and a house burger sauce. There was a little too much bun but the burgers were good and we finished them. The fries were ok. Not bad. But the onion rings were awful. They're frozen onion rings and they were served very, very overcooked. We both tried them and left them because they were so overcooked. And there was only 6 of overcooked onion rings for the up-charge of $2.00. I wouldn't order them again. The back patio area is large. There is plenty of space for eating with several tables, a stage/bandstand, an outdoor bar area, a play area for children with a ship shaped jungle gym, and large grass area. The service was friendly and quick. There is a surcharge for using a credit card. I didn't know that or I would've paid cash. I will not pay an extra charge for buying something from a business. I'll stop in again and try more of the menu.