Stumbled on this place while driving out in the country and had to stop and give it a try…read more It's some kind of hybrid of an Amish grocery store/lunch counter. Shelves were lined with things your grandma would go nuts over. Jams and jellies, bags of grits, all sorts of things for the cook who knows how to cook with real ingredients. Also a solid selection of prepared/ready to eat items including some pies that looked pretty amazing. Additionally there's a sandwich counter where you can build your own or order one from their menu. All the sandwiches are made to order on their house-made bread and the prices are super low. If I lived near this place that sandwich counter would quickly become a go-to lunch spot. The people were friendly and the place is clean. The prices are right and the selection of items is unique and of high quality. Don't skip this place if you're in the area. 5 stars.

OMG!! The place is amazing! This review is solely based off products I've tried from Dutch Oven…read moreBakery'. Everything I had from peanut cookies, turkey sandwich, cinnamon rolls, caramel popcorn were so sensational! I personally cannot wait to take a road trip here to see for myself this great establishment.

I just randomly stopped in here while driving through to Huntsville. I have a craving for a donut…read moreand I might have stopped at one of the best bakery's in the state of Alabama. I just purchased some glazed donuts and some donut holes. These things are addictive so don't buy more than what your stomach can handle. The donut holes just melted in your mouth on contact. Absolutely delicious.

We arrived at 11:30 hoping to enjoy the Duchess... for some unexplained reason they were completely…read moresold out!?!

I sort of waffled between a 4 and a 5 but I really really enjoyed my experience here so I'll round…read moreup! Came in for a bite after work last week. It was later in the afternoon (like 2ish) so the restaurant was fairly quiet when I entered. It's located on a corner as you enter Hartselle's downtown area. I always find parking to be challenging around Main Street, so I parked in a large lot about two blocks down and just walked over to not have to battle with traffic and parallel parking. The inside is beautiful and has a first and second floor. The vibe is pretty much perfect; it reminds me a little of a bistro, with sort of a classical aura but without tackiness or over-grandiosity. The music selection matched the ambiance perfectly. There are lovely large windows and cozy as well as more traditional seating options. I walked my way back to the counter, passing the beautiful baked goods, where I was asked if I'd like a lunch menu or coffee and a pastry. When I indicated I wanted to eat lunch, I was encouraged to sit and relax and let them grab me a menu and a drink. The service was lovely all around; I was checked on plenty and they seemed genuinely concerned about whether or not I enjoyed myself (I did)! They were also very helpful and friendly when I placed a to go order for some pastries for later. Sweet and charming conversationalists! The sweet tea I had to drink was legit some of the best tea I've had in a long time. I know they offer Piper and Leaf tea and I wonder if it was their take on Front Porch Special. I love that tea. At any rate, it was perfectly sweet and flavorful. I ordered the pimento cheese BLT. They have upgraded side options for an extra charge but I was content with the kettle chips. The sandwich was made on a nice soft but chewy bread -- sourdough? -- and the smoked Gouda pimento cheese had just enough smoke. The bacon was absolutely delicious, crispy and so flavorful. The lettuce was more of a mix and I enjoyed that as opposed to just romaine. Truly my only criticism of lunch is I wish that the bread would've been toasted, or that I'd been offered the opportunity to have it toasted. I'd wished for a little warmth on my sandwich. I got a kitchen sink type of cookie and a white chocolate raspberry scone to go for a treat later. These didn't knock my socks off quite as much as lunch did, but both were enjoyable, the cookie especially. Lots of goodies inside and a good balance of chewy and crispy. I could've gone for a little more both raspberry and white chocolate, but my husband really liked it -- he said it tasted like a fancy poptart lol. Overall, I really really enjoyed my visit here. We have friends in Hartselle and I will happily recommend and return when able!

I am from Huntsville and my friend is from Double Springs. Hartselle is a perfect middle place for…read moreus to meet. We have been meeting there on a regular basis for over a year - loved the food, the coffee, the ambience and the table by the window. Service was great. We met there today and found that they have re-branded. No more breakfast- just some pastries. The pumpkin spice latte had just a hint of nutmeg. The muffin was just like a Costco muffin. The window table was replaced with merchandise. The server was confused about the order. Nothing was wrong, per se, but it lacks the charm and deliciousness that it had. I can't say I won't be back, but I can say that it isn't our special spot anymore.

Excellent service Excellent selection…read moreGreat muffins and desserts Good coffee with a large selection of syrups including sugar free Great value. Excellent stop

Very rude customer service. My mother went in before closing, came back out to tell me what they…read morehad and went to walk back in and they had already locked the door on her. It was ten minutes before closing. Will not be back.

Nice place, awesome service! Had the biscuits and gravy and was very good. If in the area…read moredefinitely recommend stopping by. I did not try the pastry items but it look good as well.

Absolutely great breakfast! Especially for the price. Their sausage balls are top notch. The…read morebreakfast burritos are amazing as well!

This orchard offers many varieties of fresh apples, along with delicious apple muffins, fried apple…read morepies, apple slushies & apple cider vinegar, all located in a country store. Stay & enjoy a baked treat in a rocking chair on the front porch.

This orchard is small owned…read more I had hoped to pick apples off of the trees but their trees and the grass in the orchard was overgrown. Inside they had lots of apples to pick from as well as a make your own variety bag which was nice. I tried to get one of each and really enjoyed the ambrosia and candy crisp varieties. We also got some fried apple pies and ate them on the porch outside. Whatever apple they used in the pie was delicious!

Everything is always fresh and delicious. People are always friendly. Parking can be a…read morechallenge...don't block neighborhood driveways folks.

Got a couple treats from this shop a few weeks ago and thoroughly enjoyed myself…read more This place is located in a more residential part of Decatur. I was surprised to find it in the old Whisk'd location -- RIP to Whisk'd; I loved that restaurant. Street parking only but the street is quiet and it's easy to pop in and out. Inside there's a huge array of confections: classic chocolates like turtles, chocolate covered pretzels, marshmallows, etc., as well as fresh baked cookies and a somewhat startling amount of freeze dried candies. I know that's sort of having a moment right now, but WOW there was a lot of freeze dried stuff to choose from. I don't dislike it but I prefer chocolatey treats so I skirted around the big display. I came about 1.5 hours before closing and will admit the selection (other than freeze dried) was a little sparse. I'm glad they're not letting products go to waste, but in the future, definitely come early if you want to ensure you get everything. More than one customer asked/called in for something only to be turned away while I was shopping around. Of course, the holidays might also have something to do with very high demand. Anyway, I wound up leaving with two cookies (only about four varieties were available when I arrived -- I took a chocolate chip and a brown butter cookie), three chocolate covered pretzels, and one pecan turtle. The service was limited to being rung up at the cash register, but the employee was nice in our limited interaction. My husband and I enjoyed all the treats over the following days! The chocolate was smooth and rich on pretzels and pecans, the caramel chewy and satisfying. The pecans and pretzels were both crispy and fresh -- no problems with staleness here. The cookies were good, too, though perhaps a tiny touch oily. I liked the brown butter better but both were enjoyable! They're the perfect size to share. I'd definitely return here for sweets!

The Only Door Cafe could shorten its name by removing "Door", but I do understand the religious…read moresymbolism. Though not the best of circumstances had brought me back to the city I call home, I was still me in that I needed to find somewhere (locally owned if possible) to get a cup of coffee. Yelp put this place at the top of the list and so I stopped in for a recharge. I returned a few hours later, with family, to actually sit down for a cup of coffee and a cranberry orange scone. Let me be clear when I state that I got out of the car expecting not just caffeine and something homemade, but the warm welcoming Southern hospitality that resides in Fayette. And I got a extra large helping of it when I entered. The ambiance was one of comfort, like seeing family during the holidays. The space is also larger than you would expect. Plenty of room to stretch out and converse. You might want to block out a few hours your first time, just to unwind. The team here had a smile on their face and a sense of pride in the business that is rarely seen these days. Quick, knowledgeable, and ready-to-serve they had our orders prepared in a short time. The scone and the coffee didn't last long, but you already assumed that. If I had not been so full from lunch there would have been a few more treats/slices of cake coming my way. But alas, I will have to wait till next time. If you live in the area, count your blessings that you have such a place and be sure to support it regularly. If you're traveling through, be sure to stop in even if only for a drink and pastry to take with you.

From the owner: Welcome to The Only Door Cafe. We are a christian based coffee shop serving fresh brewed coffee,…read moreespresso drinks, specialty teas and baked goods. We strive to not only satisfy your tastebuds, but to provide a place to gather, relax, and soak up the peace only God can provide.

Wow. Instead of asking if I can be helped thw lady served coffee to every single person sitting…read moredown, then refilled the coffee pot and served more. I waited very patiently. When she came back up I asked for a loaf a bread sitting on the rack, not wrapped to go for some one. The sign listed available pastries and bread. Shw flat our told me everything was reserved. Never have I experienced such an unwelcoming place

We visited Christine's German Bake Shop on Saturday after driving by and feeling enticed. I'm not…read moresure how this bake shop wound up in rural north Alabama, but Christine's is the real deal! Open only Wednesday - Saturday during the day, Christine serves up mostly baked goods. She does also offer some soups as well as wurst and currywurst! Be advised that you generally have to order ahead for any kind of bread or brotchen. We sampled pretty much everything she had to offer in the late afternoon. Plum, cherry, and blueberry coffee cake as well as bienenstich (beesting cake). My mother, who grew up in the German ward of St. Louis and is from a German family, was overjoyed, as she was taken right back to her childhood. Perfectly crumbly, buttery crumb cakes with fresh fruits -- they were all delicious, but the plum was the best. I had a slice of bienenstich, which is a cake filled with vanilla custard/cream and topped with caramelized almonds. The cream was so mild and airy and paired perfectly with the crunchy, sweet almond topping. The owner and baker -- who I can only presume is Christine -- was there and she spoke to us about her life in Germany and how she has been running her bakery here for 20 years (she started at around age 40, by the way!) She had a talent for being available when we needed her and hanging back when we wanted "us" time. She was a joy and we loved talking with her. I'll absolutely order some bread in the future and make the drive out. It'll be great to see Christine again! If you're looking for a road trip out of Huntsville -- this is one not to miss.

This food is fantastic! The Irish stew is probably my favorite across the continent. I bought all…read moreof their pastries I love this place. Just shut up and go.

Cuuuuute cute cute little patisserie in downtown Florence. I saw it on our way into Mugshots last…read moreSaturday. I was afraid we were there too late in the day but I managed to glimpse the hours of operation and realized I could still duck in, and so I did! The inside is clearly French-inspired. It's cute and I saw several folks scattered around the small seating area working on laptops or sipping coffee and chatting quietly. They have a few meal-ish offerings a la ham and cheese croissants and quiche. There's a small pastry case near the register where you can peruse their goods. It was a little bit picked over when I got there but it makes sense -- an hour before closing on a weekend, it's to be expected. I was thrilled to grab the last almond croissant! Service was so sweet! She asked me if I had a student ID for a student discount. I told her I was a student online at a different university and she said I could still have one if I had my ID. How nice! She also sent me off with the nicest goodbye and thank you. My almond croissant that I had for dessert later that night was delightful! Crumbly, flaky pastry, silky almond filling, pleasantly toasty almond slivers. I enjoyed every bite! I thought about only leaving 4 stars because I don't know if I've tried enough of the product to warrant a 5, but I really have no complaints, and so...5 it is! I will happily return when I'm in Florence again. :)