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    Old Mill Cafe

    4.4 (137 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    This cute enclosed courtyard we never noticed before, on the east side of the cafe!
    Rich S.

    We were strolling around Main Street in downtown Ellicott City MD (Apr 2026), and found a free shuttle running up and down the street and connecting to several parking lots. Across the river, found a cute little courtyard we hadn't noticed before on the east side of thd Old Mill Cafe! We luxuriated with some sweet creamy coffee and a fluffy powdered jelly-filled donut, so rich it was almost a pączki ("POONCH-key")! We strolled on the shady trolley trail behind Trolley Stop restaurant, though this time we didn't walk all the way to Oella to the bread bakery, cafe and convenience store, or butcher shop.

    Fromage crepe
    Gilianne N.

    It's a very popular coffee shop in Ellicott City and very busy. It's a quiet coffee shop where you can meet and catch up with friends. The menu options include a long list of coffee options, sandwiches, quiches, pastries, crepes, soups among many others. I had the fromage crepe and it was very delicious. There's a mini library and also gift shop for cute presents and local art to purchase. Recommend this place to anyone and it's kid friendly.

    What's left of my quiche
    Kimberly B.

    Omg I found a gem today. I got a late start to my day and started searching for a breakfast spot with good reviews online. I found this tiny haven of goodness. I got amazing customer service and yummy goodness served on a platter. I got a iced latte with a little sugar in my espresso (like I love it) and a mushroom and leeks quiche. Im a self proclaimed connoisseur of good foods as I come from a background of home cooked goodness so I gravitate towards it. Ill definitely be back.

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    Başak O.

    Cosy place! I like it. Only need more table! Very busy place. I like the ladies who took the order and who prepared and who brought it. They all was nice and cool! And taste of egg and croissant with bagel was really nice! And sesame bagel and lox was pretty yummy too! I only didn't like the taste of fresh orange. It was a bit sour and bitter. But for sure I will come again! I want to taste the muffins

    Caprese Sandwich.
    Will T.

    Ordered the caprese sandwich. The best! And they were so kind as to split it between two of us. The coffee and tea were made with smiles. You could tell, everyone walking in the door, enjoys the atmosphere. This will be our go-to spot the next time we are in Ellicott City!

    Menu (specials)
    Alex J.

    Old Mill Cafe in Ellicott City is an absolute treasure! The moment you step inside, you're welcomed by a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a home away from home. The walls are adorned with beautiful local art/cards (that you can buy), adding a unique and vibrant touch to the space. And there's even a little library tucked in the corner where you can borrow a book. Service is great here and everyone was so kind! Food here is awesome! I couldn't resist trying their Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cake Pop, and wow--it was a little bite of heaven! It tastes exactly like cookie dough!. Speaking of coffee, their autumn seasonal lattes are refreshingly delightful, we got the maple mocha-- it was just delicious! Also got the smoked salmon on a bagel, very fresh and tasty! The muffins looked absolutely divine--huge, fluffy, and packed with flavor. I didn't get a chance to try one, but I will next time! This place is further elevated being in the historic district of Ellicott city, such a charming location! We will be back!!

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    Ama A.

    Great Saturday vibes. Highly recommended. I Stopped by for brunch after a hike with a group of 8 people and everyone was highly satisfied with their food. I ordered the GARDEN CREPE and an oat milk ICED CHAI. No complaints. Great quality food, quick efficient service, friendly staff. Regardless of how busy it was all the food is made with love.

    Lox
    Emily K.

    I went here for breakfast with a friend on a weekend. It was super busy and hard to find a table. Thankfully we got lucky after a few minutes. We shared the lox, a sweet crepe and a savory crepe. All of the food was very good

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    Gloria N.

    Quaint little cafe near old Ellicott city!! I ordered a lavender iced coffee and a sweet crepe. The lavender iced coffee was pretty good though I wished the syrup they used was better for mixing as it was a little difficult to get all of it incorporated with the coffee. The sweet crepe was delicious!! Inside the sweet crepe, I had strawberries, Nutella, and some whipped cream. Perfect sweet treat!! Even though there was a long line, I felt like I got my order pretty fast. There were also other baked goods they sold that looked really good like coffee cake but I guess I will have to just try that next time!

    Inside of the jalapeño cheddar biscuit
    Iris Z.

    The jalapeño cheddar biscuit was delicious! The jalapeño flavor really pulled through. Ask for it to be heated up. The menu could have more unique/interesting options.

    Caprese sandwich
    Mona L.

    Need to find a spot for freshly brewed coffee, specialty beverages, breakfast or lunch items? Located at the base of the Historic district of Main St. in Ellicott City, MD. Parking is limited but there is also a public parking lot within walking distance to the cafe. People frequent a popular trail nearby called the Trolley Line No. 9- Red and Blue trail. The cafe is situated in a perfect location for those who visit this trail or are shopping in the historic area and want to have a quick bite to eat. This breakfast and lunch cafe serves a wide selection of items using fresh and appealing ingredients. I saw some pretty tasty looking menu items being delivered to their owners. You place your order, pay at the cashiers and are given a number to place on your table. The food is brought to you or you have the option to order ahead and pick up your meal. There is seating available indoors or there are a few tables outdoors. We were there during a busy late Sunday morning . A line had developed but with this system of delivering food to your table, waiting seemed minimal and moved right along. **Caprese sandwich with slices of delicious fresh mozzarella, a generous slice of tomato, basil, a brightly flavored pesto sauce and a drizzle of balsamic on toasted Ciabatta that was delicious and not overpowering in flavors. **Chicken Salad sandwich with chunks of chicken breast blended well with pecans, honey and spinach. It met with great approval. **Iced coffee was also delicious and enjoyed on a rare warm day. Their coffee bar offered a wide variety of things that you could customize to your liking. Servers were very polite, quick to delivering your food and the prices were reasonable for this area. On less busy days I would like to take advantage of their free WiFi and utilize their cozy library nook to read a book or work online. A couple of display cases showed an assortment of tempting baked items and a couple of sections to browse for small gift items. This is definitely a place I would return to and try some of their other menu items.

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    Fantastic little cafe with yummy crepes! Delicious and always welcome vegetarian options.

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    Thank you so much for the Stellar review! Come visit us again soon.

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    6 years ago

    I am glad you are still open. I would be a basket case if I could not get my favorite coffee and pastry fix. Stay safe everyone.

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    Nice addition to the neighborhood! Good strong coffee. Basic food fare. Friendly staff. Very reasonable prices.

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    Yes, we allow well trained and mannered dogs inside while you order!

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