Came up to Leesburg, VA a few months into the new year 2022…read more The place is a corner business on the South road into, and out of, Leesburg proper. Leesburg 'Gourmet' was a business selling very expensive German wines, overpriced (import) chocolates from Belgium, 'beer' from all kinds of new englnd joints (for the tourists I suppose) and mugs, saucers and beer taps.. To me 'Gourmet' was just a little bit oppressive and too haphazard. Let me explain. I made some way obnoxiously priced purchases from the gal behind the counter - then half way into that the phone rang. Then the gal yacked. Then while I was chatting, some 'beer guy' came in with what just looked (and reeked) like a cooler for fishing and tried to sell the place MORE beer. It was too yokel for me. The chocolates I bought could have been found any place in D.C. and there was not much in the way of courtesy after spending $25! The place was NOT ACd and the owners (I was told) were off golfing some place.. Typical. This gourmet turned into a phone-booth, which in turn became a chat-shop, hiring fair and finally a lost corner storelet which bank-rolls some ritzy local couples' mid-week bonanza in other states.. There was one clammy person running this place. Review: 3

This store has a great selection of wines varying across price points and countries, and they also…read morehave chocolates - what more could you ask for? The sales associate was so kind and was so much fun to talk to. She let me try this Chardonnay they have on tap that was delicious, and then she did a tasting with 3 reds. I had to leave soon so I wasn't able to take a look at the chocolates and pick out a bottle to take home, but I'll definitely be back to do so!

Fantastic deal Mon-Thur on prix fixe menus - free wine pairings!…read more Took my BFF for her birthday. We had the 3-course and shared all the delicious items. Appetizers calamari (unusual but really tasty crust) and sweet and sour cauliflower (different crust and crispy kale with yummy sauce). Entrees osso bucco and braised short ribs both really marvelous but the short ribs - oh.... They gave my friend her choice of any dessert for her birthday so she got the souffle with a fancy presentation. I splurged on the entremet which was gorgeous and yummy and not overly sweet despite being a million different chocolate things. I stuck to the sweet prosecco and my friend enjoyed several different wines - liking one red blend so much she bought a bottle. We capped the night with Carmel cappuccinos - smooth and creamy. The food and drinks were fantastic, as was the OUTSTANDING service we received from Jason. An excellent night - we'll be back!

We have dined at The Conche several times over the years and have had generally good experiences…read morebut last night is likely our last time. We were here for a birthday meal for my husband, which we noted on the reservation. The good: Service, while not great, was ok. She asked if we were here for anything in particular and I mentioned his birthday (which in many places, they would have known from the notation on the reservation, but again, this was not something that bothered me in particular.) The rest: First, the food. Our appetizers were on the "specials": a watermelon salad and crab stuffed squash blossoms. The watermelon was good overall, but with the current issue of cyclospora outbreak, we probably would have picked something else if the menu had noted that one of the ingredients was arugula. I realize that this is just us being overly cautious but it would have been good to know in advance. The squash blossom stuffing tasted more like tuna than crabmeat. Edible but not that good. It got worse with entrees. Husband ordered the ribeye and I had the short rib. I was actually shocked to see that steak: it was SO thin. Wish I had thought to take a picture of it. Due to this, it was overcooked - almost impossible not to do so for such a thin piece of meat. A ribeye at Texas Roadhouse would have been superior to this, and probably half the price (it was criminal to charge $58 for this.) Also nowhere on the menu did it say that the seasoning in the steak was spicy. Again - would have ordered something else had he known that. Short rib was dry and the reduction sauce was overly salty. The goat cheese potato puree that accompanied both tasted good but there was so little of it that it was more of a suggestion of a side than an actual side. We skipped dessert and asked for the check, which took a long time to arrive. Eventually the waitress arrived, apologized for the wait, and set down an empty plate with "Happy Birthday" written in chocolate syrup with a birthday candle. Huh??? Either give some kind of dessert or don't bother! We would have rather had no acknowledgement than this waste of time and dirtying a plate. To be clear - we weren't looking for a free dessert; we were ready to go and would have ordered something if we wanted it. But this is just weird. I'm sorry to see this place go downhill. It is overpriced and lacking in the quality that it had in past years.

Lily's is a must‑visit. I walked in wanting a quick ice…read morecream and ended up having one of the best food surprises of my week. Their smoked salmon sandwich is perfection -- fresh, balanced, and full of flavor. The ambiance (hello, soft jazz and warm colors!) makes you feel instantly relaxed. But the real magic is the staff ( M and Soko). Their attention to detail and genuine care turned my tired Friday into a moment worth remembering. If you're anywhere near town, go. Don't think twice.

Lily's Chocolate & Coffee is family owned with 2 locations, known for their delicious lokmas, high…read morequality desserts, and Instagram aesthetic. This cafe is located in Vienna, and there's plenty of free slanted parking in front as well as parking in the complex next to and across if you're willing to walk. I've been to this location when it first opened years ago and they've really upped their menu and decorations inside since. The ambiance inside is beautiful, ideal for anyone looking for a good Instagram picture. There's so many angles and details so that no matter where you're sitting, there's a good vibe. There's also gorgeous seating outside since it can get crowded. For food, you order from the front and they'll call you when the food is ready. We ordered the dubai gelato and pistachio lokmas. Both were presented tastefully to make sure our eyes and cameras wanted to eat before our stomachs. The dubai gelato was a quality dessert with a good ratio of milk: cream. The pistachio flavor was evident on top, but it was just a kinda tart vanilla ice cream with toppings. I did like it, however, and it paired well with the lokmas. The lokmas were fried to perfection, a nice amount of chewy, and covered with a good ratio of pistachio cream. They were a decent size and conducive to sharing. The prices of everything, overall, was pretty expensive, but the quality definitely made up for it. I'd recommend this cafe to someone looking for a unique sweet treat, catching up with a group of girl friends of 2-4 people, or for a first date!

Great place with yummy chocolate, plus the owner is so sweet. One thing to note is that they are no…read morelonger at this location. Go see her at the ice cream and chocolate place in Ashburn. 20693 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147. She will go out of her way to take care of you.

From the owner: Bean to Bar chocolate. With our direct trade partner in Ecuador, we are making the world a sweeter…read moreplace through ethical and sustainable practices. Our chocolate is pure cacao and only the finest ingredients - You can pronounce everything on our labels. We use our fine chocolate to make delectable chocolate treats.

Disclaimer: This review is purely based off of my interactions when trying to book for a birthday…read moreparty. I am also leaving this review so that others do not have my experience and are not mislead. I was looking around at different options for my daughter's joint 8th and 9th birthday party. Last year we had their party at mocatinas and it was so impressive. I was trying to find something that would be equally as good. I found the Conche chocolate and cake studio and was interested in their party package. I contacted them and even on their Yelp page they advertise pictures of the parties in a private studio. We thought that was really awesome and wanted to do their cake pop making party. At no point during my discussion with their employee did they disclose that this party would not be at their private studio. There were so many chances they had to let me know during our conversations. I finally was given a contract by them and quoted over $800 for the party. We were happy to pay that but during that conversation I realized that it was casually mentioned it would be held in a restaurant. I paused right there and carefully re read everything. I made sure to ask questions and confirmed that not only would the party not be held in their private studio that the owner advertised on this very Yelp page, it would be held at a completely different restaurant. Not even the conche restaurant and no private at all. I think it's incredibly sneaky to charge someone $800 and not give a full disclaimer that this would not be held at the advertised location. Also in my personal opinion it's greedy. I told their employee I cannot justify paying that amount for a children's birthday party held in the corner of a restaurant open to the public. When initially it was advertised as private and even showed pictures. I called them out and said you do know that you have a private studio advertised right? They tried to come up with an alternative solution to put the kids in a "cramped room". While still charging $800 lol. No thank you. We have booked somewhere else. This sort of situation turns me off from even eating at their other restaurant. It's a complete lack of general care. I hope this doesn't happen to anyone else and I really hope people read this review so they are aware that children's birthday parties are held at a random corner of a rest and not the advertised private space on this page.

Not only do they sell some of the most unique and delicious chocolates and cakes I've ever tasted -…read morethey also offer a wide variety of classes so you can learn how to make them yourself. There are mommy and me chocolate sculpture classes for the little ones to more complex classes for adults. You can also order custom cakes and chocolates here, host a team building exercise or private party (gingerbread house classes are available for Christmas!) This is Charlie's Chocolate Factory for the real world.

No thank you. Completely over priced for what you get. Owner was very rude, snobby, and elitist.read more

Chocolate mania!!! I…read morecan't believe I'd never heard of this place before. A bar/restaurant with a chocolate theme? Yes please! I wasn't ready for a full meal but a spot at the bar opened so I was hooked. A menu unveiled itself and I was entranced. The entire dishes looked great - if a bit pricey. But not what I wanted at the moment, so pass. But there were plenty of small dishes so went with the pork buns. Those things were small but packed with flavor. The bartender suggested a fork and knife were appropriate since it was so delicate and he was right. But the cocktails!!! Dessert goodness in a glass. I went for the mustachio which was packed with chocolate goodness. Darn that was amazing. Extra props for the great service and suggestions. The lady next to me suggested I try their cocktail class sometime.

This adorable chocolate shop makes you think you walked right into Santa's candy shop during the…read moreholidays! They offer a large selection of homemade and handcrafted chocolates that make great gifts. The staff was very friendly and helpful. This is a great small business to support.

Every summer, my little girl and I look forward to Cocoa Vienna's Summer Days special which offers…read morea rotating sweet treat for only a $1, now through the first week of September. Currently the specials look like: MONDAY -- $1.00 Chocolate Dipped Pretzel TUESDAY -- $1.00 Chocolate Dipped Strawberry WEDNESDAY -- "Deal of the Day" THURSDAY -- $1.00 Chocolate Dipped Frozen Banana FRIDAY -- $1.00 Chocolate Dipped Oreo Paired with a grocery stop at Whole Foods and a library visit across the street you can entertain a small child for an entire afternoon! Thank you Cocoa Vienna for keeping this sweet little tradition alive year after year.

The back is good and just what I expected. It also has a nice flavor. Very happy with it…read more Thanks

Simone has made cakes for my son and husband's birthdays and our baby sprinkle. She is immensely…read moretalented and always blows me away with her skills. I sent her examples of things I liked and she was able to come up with something even better than I could have ever imagined. Not only did the cakes come out gorgeous, but they tasted amazing. I can't wait to host another party just to have an excuse to get another cake from her!

Steph has made two orders for us, both for our son's birthday parties and she is too good. She's…read morejust too good! There's nothing else to say! Her cookies are so cute, they taste good, and they're perfect for any special occasion. I just told her the theme I was going with this year and let her creative design dictate how the cookies would turn out and, per usual, they were an absolute hit. She is a master of her craft!

ABUB is fantastic! Not only are cookies beautifully decorated every time, but they are the most…read moredelicious sugar cookie I've ever eaten. Stephanie is so nice and very communicative. I highly recommend!!

Chiboo Bakery in Reston is such a cute hidden gem! The moment you walk in, you're greeted with that…read morewarm, sweet bakery smell that instantly puts you in a good mood. Their macs are super fresh, not overly sweet, and have that perfect soft-but-chewy texture that makes you want to try everything in the display case. I especially love how beautifully presented everything is -- you can tell they put a lot of care into each item. Whether you're grabbing a quick treat or taking goodies home to share, everything tastes just as good as it looks. The staff is friendly and patient, even when the shop gets busy. They're always happy to recommend something new, and honestly, you can't really go wrong here. If you're in Reston and craving a cute dessert spot with quality baked goods, Chiboo is definitely worth the stop! Bonus is that they are located by Lake Anne so you can also take a stroll on a nice day

Just an updated review of Chiboo bakery!…read more Recently went to the Bethesda Farmer's Market to pick up my order of the Lunar Festival inspired macarons on Sunday. I'm so happy Chelsea partakes in this market because it's closer to me now that I live in Maryland. I love that all the macarons were character designed and all came with a unique Asian inspired flavor. I love the matcha flavors or any fruit flavors, those are my favorites. Looking forward to buying more of Chelsea's macarons this year!