The Chocolate Dipper is honestly a hidden gem here in Merced…read more First off, Brittney, the owner, is just an incredible person. She's kind, compassionate, and has this energy about her that makes you feel welcomed the second you walk in. Now let's talk about the treats. Everything is delicious, but the apples are on another level. I've lived on different coasts and traveled quite a bit, and I've never had apples with this kind of variety, flavor, and quality. They're hands down the best I've had anywhere. What really impressed me too was traveling to different coastal towns in California and seeing The Chocolate Dipper apples being sold in other chocolate shops. That says a lot about the quality and the reputation she's built. On top of being an amazing chocolate maker, Brittney is deeply connected to the community. She's donated baskets, treats, and even her time through hands-on chocolate classes for people in the community, which really speaks to who she is. If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend stopping in and checking it out. You won't be disappointed. My personal favorites are the Rocky Road and coconut apples. -Matt Escobar

This cute place is absolutely charming inside, with a cute and inviting atmosphere. The workers are…read morereally friendly. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by an amazing aroma that enhances the experience. Everything is very clean and organized, which I really appreciate. I can't recall exactly what type of covered apple I had, but it was incredibly fresh and delicious. Highly recommend visiting!

Blackwood Brittle is addictive, good luck having the willpower to stop eating just a few...and I do…read morenot like junk food! I LOVE BLACKWOOD BRITTLE, I have not heard one negative remark from any of the people that I gave it to as gifts for Xmas! Very easy to order, was delivered within a few days and it's affordable! Yum yum yum!!!

Excellent brittle. High-quality ingredients. Fresh and attractive. Creamy and crunchy at the same…read moretime. Simply a delightful product. Very tickled to find a "homegrown product" that I can send to friends and family in Europe. Really, really YUMMY! Good, efficient communication from the owners and very easy to work with when I needed a somewhat quick turnaround. Will 100% order from them again.

I've been coming to this bakery/cookie shop pretty regularly now and it never disappoints. The…read morecookies are always fresh, soft, and full of flavor. Their cupcakes are also really good, sweet, and always nicely decorated. I love whenever they have anything carrot cake! The ladies at the counter are always welcoming and have great customer service. You can tell they really care about the quality of what they make. I also like that they bring out holiday specials throughout the year, so there's always something new and fun to try.

The cake I ordered was beautifully decorated. The cake itself was moist and delicious. Even though…read morethe decoration was tedious, the cake was ready early. Can't thank you enough!!

Great local spot in downtown Merced. Place is super clean and the employees are really friendly…read more Coffee was very good. I went with a classic hazelnut latte with almond milks Will be visiting again

Back again for a visit and had to stop in. Love the laid back vibes of this place. They have some…read morereally creative drink options. Unfortunately, this time around I had to keep it basic with an almond milk latte. I do love that they have multiple sugar free syrup options. I just did vanilla but they have about five other SF flavors to choose from. If you are in merced, this is a great independent shop to try.

I was around the area in Merced after visiting some family -- and we searched up boba places near…read moreour area. We came across Em-Tea on Apple Maps with 4.0 stars, and we decided on this location. It genuinely did not disappoint, the inside ambiance was super cozy and I loved the vibes it gave! Me and my sisters ordered the Thai tea, a drink mixed with mango and passion fruit, original milk tea, and mango tango. Our personal favorites were definitely the mango tango and thai tea, the flavors really hit! The service they delivered was quick and patient since we were still deciding, but overall everything was great! We aren't from Merced, so it's definitely a place we will come back to again the next time we visit our family or pass by Merced.

Came here while I was grabbing lunch at a place nearby and figured it'd be nice to get some milk…read moretea as well. There is ample space inside of the facility with plenty of seating, alongside a claw machine and a shelf with board games. The menu was a little overwhelming (the default drink is that they let you pick multiple flavors and I didn't want to risk messing up my own order), so I went with one of their specialty drinks, the Caramel Camel. I set the sugar level to light, yet it reached a level of sweetness that was so intense that I had to get it redone. Even with an ever lighter level of sweetness, it still tasted excessively sweet. Overall, an interesting experience. If this is the best that Merced has to offer, I feel kind of bad for everyone in Merced for not having access to better drinks. Not sure if I'd get the chance to return as I don't normally go to Merced, but on the off-chance I end up in this area again I'd hope that maybe one of their other drinks was better.

Awesome customer service. The mangonadas are amazing. Highly…read morerecommend. Delicious tasty and great price

I love this little shop! I just happened by it when going to starbucks. The employees were so nice…read more Even let us try some samples. It's a great price imo. They also have a large size for $7.50. We got 2 chocolate chips and one banana nut. I don't normally order such a simple flavor, but I loved it.

Nice place to have breakfast or lunch serving American/mexican fares. Roomy and clean booth and…read moretables setting. Coffee and pies are extra. Super nice service staff. You can have value menu for light eaters. Plenty of parking. Nice deco. We ordered 3 shrimps tacos, avocado toast and mini breakfast burrito for a quick breakfast. Food came out rather quick. The toast is small and excellent but the tacos and burritos are just ok.

This is my friend's favorite bakery and a must-stop any time she's in Merced. I was with her and so…read moreI had the pleasure of visiting for a late lunch. I wasn't very hungry, so I opted for a bowl of soup with a side of cornbread and a slice of pie to go. The soup was hearty and plentiful. I could have gone for a cup instead, but instead took what I couldn't eat to-go and enjoyed it later. The corn bread was delicious--slightly sweet, and moist enough to not fall apart when I cut into it with my fork. I usually love butter with corn bread, which they offered me, but it didn't need it. I wasn't sure which pie to get-they have so many to pick from. Checking out the options in the bakery case didn't help because they all looked so beautiful. I ended up selecting peach, and it was amazing. The peaches were perfectly caramelized but still maintained their texture. The bake of the pie brought out their ultimate peachiness. The crust was just the right thickness. Even though it was a cold slice, the crust remained flakey. The cafe had ample seating. Service was attentive, but not overbearing. Pricing is on the high end, but I'm not sure how much that is because food is so expensive now-a-days. I was a bit surprised to see sandwich combos (with a side) all starting at around $20, and going up from there. It was after 2 in the afternoon, so the bakery had several 50% off boxes of baked goods to select. Four large cookies for I believe $12 or so (I could be wrong). There weren't too many options left in the bakery cases. I would love to see what this place offers when it first opens. Stay tuned for an update once I get that chance.

I am not sure why this place says closed, but I went over last Thursday and it was opened. Hours…read morevary, but usually close at 9 pm. The service is fast and friendly. I would call ahead if anything. I ordered an Oreo banana crepe and it was amazing! They have games and a medium size seating area. It can be fun while you wait.

ALL THE STARS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. I am ashamed we didn't…read moretry this place sooner. Great selection of a WHOLE bunch of yummy things. I didn't know where to start, so we quite literally ordered many things of everything. -Boba Teas -crepes -smoothies -Ramen and rice bowls (they had a note that they are not doing hot pots anymore) -smoothies -ice cream -misc other delish desserts We went in right before they closed. The staff was pleasant, and the service was quick. They helped to answer all my "what does that come with" questions, and we loved all the foods we ended up picking. Side note, the leftovers even tasted good rewarmed. The seating area was limited but cute. There is even a spot to take pictures. We will definitely be back.

food is so good service is so good.will come again. thank you thank you thank you best burger I've…read morehad in 3 months

I will stop by here whenever I pass through Merced…read more Cool spot. The food is better than Sonic. Not too many places like this around anymore. Definitely worth a try if you're in the area.

If you're looking for anything sweet, look no further!! I have yet to try another dessert that…read moreresembles ANY pastry from The Flan Shop! It is by no exaggeration that I rate this 5 stars (I would rate higher if possible!). The rich flavor, texture, presentation are superb from any flan I've ever tasted!!

I had the chocolate flan and it was to die for. Her traditional flan is amazing all by itself but…read morepaired with the chocolate cake it took it to another level. I've had both her savory treats and sweet treats and literally everything is good. My favorite sweets to order from her are the traditional flan and the Palestinian cookies. She responds to orders in a timely manner and is flexible with pick ups. She makes everything homemade right from her kitchen. Definitely give her a try!