So it seems like people know about this place; but I still feel like, at least for dine in, it…read morefeels like a hidden gem. We were there at 7 on a Saturday night (we were a few minutes late because we had a little trouble finding parking) and there was one other couple there and a small birthday party in the other section, but that was it. Whatever they're doing here for dine in, they need to keep doing. It's amazing. If dine in is this good, their catering must be insanely good. Service was wonderfully attentive. We both did the retaurant week menu, which is a great deal for $45 per person. Between us, we got the Maple salmon, Teriyaki chicken (with truffle oil pommes frites), "unconventional Caesar" salad, chicken dumplings appetizer and Sweet potato bread pudding for dessert. Everything was honestly amazing and so tasty. The chicken was succulent and pulled apart easily and the fries were delightful. My wife loved her salmon. Our appetizers were great. The bread pudding too. We will be back! If you're around their neck of the woods, go. One post-script note:The menu is a bit tricky to look at online, because you have to download it to your phone/tablet/computer first, and that's just a smidge fiddly if you peruse prior to showing up. But that's not a Water For Chocolate thing, that's a technology thing.

This is a small but REALLY nice restaurant! While there was music playing, it was still quiet…read moreenough to have a conversation without feeling the need to yell. Sean (the owner) provided SPECTACULAR service with wonderful recommendations. Since we were the first to arrive for the day, he allowed us to choose our own seating. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended! Dress code is casual. We decided on the Chef Brunch Menu for our Friday brunch which provided 3 courses. I had the Nitro shrimp and grits, Chicken Teriyaki Bowl and French Toast Dippers with fresh fruit. My fiancé had the Chicken Dumplings (potstickers), Crab Quesadillas and French Toast Dippers with fresh fruit as well. The Jamaican Iced Tea is a MUST try!! We'll definitely be returning to see what the dinner menu is like. Oh... parking is rough (street parking) so get there early!!

As a huge cat lover and coffee addict, Affogato Cat Café is basically my version of paradise…read more Having grown up with four rescue cats and rescuing another as an adult, animal rescue holds a special place in my heart. Walking into Affogato is dangerous for me--I have to constantly remind myself that I can't bring home every adorable kitten I meet! The café has the cutest retro 70s vibe, making it feel cozy, unique, and full of personality. The owners are some of the sweetest people you'll ever meet and have hearts as big as their mission to help rescue cats find loving homes. And let's talk about the coffee for a second--the Affogato with peanut butter ice cream is absolutely purr-fect. I came for the cats, stayed for the coffee, and left trying to convince myself that my fur baby, Margo Mae, is perfectly happy being an only child... at least until I can convince my boyfriend otherwise. I've come in with friends and as a date day with my boyfriend. Make sure you sign up and reserve a time well ahead of time. Whether you're a cat lover, coffee enthusiast, or just looking for a fun and unique spot in Baltimore, this place is a must-visit. Just be warned: you may leave with a caffeine addiction, a favorite kitten, and a sudden urge to expand your family.

Affogatto Cafe' - a great find on a Sunday morning. I was in the area getting fishing advice from a…read morenearby tackle shop and happened to discover this cozy café just around the corner. They serve Black Acres beans (a favorite of mine) and some seriously good croissants. I kept it simple with a standard latte and a butter croissant. The café has window bar seating inside and a couple of outdoor tables, making it an easy, comfortable place to slow down. The barista was friendly and even shared helpful fishing spot info. The interior has a cozy, minimalist style, and with Sunday morning light, the whole place felt like a warm, relaxed place to be. From what I could tell, there's space in the back to meet and greet the cats. I'm not in the market to adopt, but for anyone who is, this seems like the place to connect with a new purring family member. Worth a visit if you're in the area!

Still a 5! Recently…read moreStopped in for breakfast. Had the caprese croissant with prosciutto. Super fresh and tasty. The croissant was buttery and flaky. The mozzarella was soft and melty. I had my usual cold brew with oat milk and brown sugar syrup. Service was fast and friendly. The decor is standard cafe. It a great place to get some work or studying done.

I often enjoy visiting this cafe over the years. They recently changed their flow in the evening…read moreand I think it has strong potential. I like the changeover in service to the evening menu post-5PM. The staff are friendly and welcoming of patrons being in the cafe before the evening changeover. The evening menu looked delicious and expands on the culinary creative Pitango. The one place of improvement would be noise reduction, the ambience was thrown off when orders were being yelled from the counter rather than matching the calm ambience of evening menu. Nonetheless, I look forward to coming to the cafe again and trying other delicious foods of the evening menu. Con; service flow and communication of takeout or table Pro: ambience for evening menu

This is the singularly most beautiful store in Baltimore!…read more The bread is absolutely fire! The most amazing array of sourdough, donuts, croissants, and breakfast foods. You don't need to look anywhere else for breakfast! But the price is definitely a little high... but quality and beautiful space requires proper compensation. There is a restaurant on the bottom floor with beautiful decor. The top floor is a sitting lounging area where people can study, work and eat casually. The steak and cheese bagel is mind blowingly good! It tastes like slow brazed beef and not like Steak and cheese meat. I will definitely back with my family. It's right across the street from Hyatt Place.

Probably one of the rudest experiences I've had in a while. I just wanted a coffee and pastry and…read morekept getting shuffled from one place to another. I was sent to order at the counter and said I wanted to eat there. I was told to go back to the hostess to be seated. When seated, I was told I needed to order a full breakfast or go back to the counter to order and be sent outside. You serve food. There are a dozen open tables. And every person there ignored me until I asked for service. They're obviously popular. Definitely their food not their service.

Stopped by their stand at the Fells Farmer's Market on Saturday morning! They were very friendly…read moreand willing to answer questions/provide samples. We really like the cheesecakes, particularly the matcha and earl grey flavors. The consistency is a bit more like pudding or yogurt than cake, but the flavors are great. Hope to try some of their drinks in the future!

I am obsessed with matcha and the matcha cheesecake helped my obsession for the day! I had to buy…read moremore than one cake and get the taro one as well. Great to freeze and eat later or right away!

wow, this coffee shop is absolutely unbelievably amazing. I can't recommend it enough! While, I…read morehave yet to have any of their food selections, the coffee is easily the best I've had in the entire DMV. It's a nice coffee shop with tables that you could easily bring your computer to and the people are extremely kind. So it's a great environment for individual work or small meetings. As someone born and raised in Seattle, we take our coffee very seriously. Despite the fact, Starbucks was started there, we all despise it and prefer the smaller coffee shops. I say this to emphasize that I take my coffee and the quality and flavors very seriously. This place is well worth your time, even if it means going out of your way!!!

I have had a love and dislike relationship with Ceremony Coffee Roasters, but I feel like I finally…read moreknow where it stands for me. They offer some really creative drinks, and sometimes the flavors are a little too bold for my taste, especially when they mix things like juice into an espresso latte. But their holiday seasonal drinks get me every single time. We have tried the "Over the River and Through the Woods," the hot chocolate, the cinnamon crunch latte, and the mistletoe toasted marshmallow, and I have enjoyed all of them! I also appreciate that their hours are longer, which makes it a great spot to get work done. I will say the seating is not the most comfortable if you are in the booth with the wooden seats, but it still works when you need a change of scenery. The food has been hit or miss for me, but recently it has been more of a hit. I am still wanting to try something from their pastry bin because everything in there looks phenomenal! Looking especially at the sweet potato pastry! Overall, I think this place works well if you know what you are coming in for. The drinks are good, the atmosphere is solid, and the location right by the water makes it even better.

I only had the chai latte with oat milk. It was very flavorful, not watery at all. The best chair…read morelatte I've had in a long time. The sitting area is spacious and clean. Service was pretty quick, we went very early so no one else was there yet.

What a lovely spot! I overheard these girls in my workout class talk about coffee here and I…read moredecided to check it out. The coffee was made very quickly and it was good! The price is also cheaper by a few dollars compared to other cafes in the area. The place is very cute with some seating as well. If you're on the move you can order for pick up as well! As for parking, it's fells so the limited free spots are limited, but not impossible. Otherwise walking here is great too.

This is a great little spot for coffee or boba near the park and is a worthy successor to Patterson…read morePerk. The strawberry boba tastes like an elevated strawberry Yoo-Hoo and I could not have been happier with it. The service was also excellent. It is very small inside, so definitely more of a grab and go place. And they do not take cash.

This café is solid and reliable. I think the highlight is the milk tea. Oh my gosh, probably too…read moresweet but if you're into that kind of thing, this is the place for you. Great service and a even better location next to a lot of other bustling businesses in the area.