It took them a while to get things ready, a bit beyond the 4pm reservation I had. I think the prep…read moreshould have started earlier because the waitresses were running their butts off trying to get everything in place so myself and other diners could begin, all the while maintaining their composure and friendliness. The wait was worth it tho. The vegetable soup was very good and everything on the salad bar was fresh and a nice selection. The AYCE crabs legs are a bit pricey at $59.99 per person considering the size of the legs on the clusters are a little small. They are steamed perfectly and snapped open easily to remove the meat. I could detect a hint of lemon flavor in the crab meat and asked the waitress to check if the gentleman steaming them had added some lemon to the water and the answer was yes. I've never experienced that before and it was a really nice touch! An AYCE crab leg special is always something I watch for. Next time I'd choose a different reservation time tho.

Great Service, Great food! Happy New Year! Their New Year's Eve specials were spot on.read more

I've had coffee and muffins with my friends and family a few times there. Each time it was very…read moregood.

I love their giant cinnamon rolls. Worth the walk there on a nice day. We always split them in…read morehalf. One is too much!

Great and very healthy food choices. Fresh. It's always a great place to hang out with a choice of…read morerooms and views!! I highly recommend it. There is also outside seating in the back and in front of the store!!

I love this place. It is located right on the main square in Carlinville, so there's plenty of…read morestreet parking. In addition to coffee, they offer a variety of pastries and even lunch items.The service was friendly, just like you'd expect from a small midwestern town. Once you've gotten your coffee, you've got a couple different rooms to choose from to sit and relax, or do work on your laptop. Or do what I did, I strolled the square and experienced all the other local shops. Whenever I am in the historic town of Carlinville, I can guarantee you that I will be stopping by Hawthorn Tree.

Every coffee I've tried (and I try a different one every time) is very good, and the desserts are…read moregreat, but the quality and taste of lunch items have declined over the past several years. I've gone from telling everyone about this place to being reluctant to recommend. I have eaten here 4x in the past year, and every time I walk away disappointed. The chicken avocado sandwich used to be the bomb, but they have cut corners, and it's now just "ehhh". I tried two different paninis yesterday, and then both were pretty blah. I don't mind paying $13 for a sandwich if it's good, but the sandwiches here have lost their taste and pizzazz. It makes me sad because I used to really enjoy having lunch here.

Trying out for lunch as my buddy had another date to attend so placing an order to go so hopefully…read moreI will be back for something else as I tend to get breakfast here once in a while. Many crave for their drinks here ! Enjoy

I ordered the chai, half expecting something thin and overly sweet. What arrived instead was a…read morewarm, fragrant testament to restraint--balanced spices, just enough milk, and a whisper of quiet joy. I sat back with K.W. in one of the window-side chairs, letting the mug steam gently into the late-morning light, and took in the interior. It's the kind of place that rewards attention: reclaimed wood, soft colors, seating that invites rather than insists. This was not an Instagram café--it was a Christian coffee shop. And I mean that as praise. I don't just mean it had a verse on the wall or worship music humming faintly behind the grinder. I mean the place carried a spirit of care. You could feel it in the details, the warmth of the baristas, and--most of all--in the baby shower happening quietly in the side room. From what I could tell, it was all women--close family friends of the expectant mother--gathered in soft tones, with gifts, cake, and affection flowing. There were balloons. Laughter. Maybe a tear or two, but the joyful kind. I thought about the holiness of childhood, the ridiculous courage of parenting, and the spiritual stubbornness it takes to keep loving in public. There are many ways to do Christianity poorly. But when it holds space for reflection, for the protection of the vulnerable--children, the poor, the disabled--it becomes something rare and tender. Guest House feels like one of those places where such values are quietly lived out, without announcement or ego. I'll be back. For the chai. For the ambience. But mostly to support a place that, in its own gentle way, remembers what a gift life is.

Be our guest and stay awhile…read more.. What once used to be By the Bean is now and has been for awhile Guest House Coffee and Pastries. This has been on my list for awhile now and with Emily and I heading to St. Louis to catch a flight to Colorado, it was the perfect time to get some caffeine before we embarked on a long day of traveling. We popped in a bit before lunch and were greeted by a friendly barista. He took our order fairly quickly and then we took a seat while we waited... and waited... and waited. There was 2 people ahead of us and it took about 10 minutes for our drinks to come out and a few minutes after that to get our baked goods. I got a peanut butter cookie and Emily got a lemon blueberry thingy. Sorry, I'm not great at knowing which is which when it comes to baked goodies. Once we got our goods, we made a beeline for the interstate. This is when I decided to try their cold brew and wow... it was the punch of bitterness that I love. Sometimes places pull back on the bitter but not at Guest House. After a few sips, I tried my peanut butter cookie and found it sorely lacking. I thought it was going to be soft but it was hard, crumbly and dry. I'm not sure if they can warm them up before serving them to you but if I could've had that, it may have helped a lot. I eventually ate most of it but really wish I had some milk to dip it in. I don't remember what Emily got but she seemed to really enjoy it. As for her lemon blueberry item, she said it was dry but that's normal for what it is. I tried a nibble and the flavor was definitely on point. It's not something I would've enjoyed but she seemed to really like it. As for the Guest House overall, I liked that they kept a lot of the decor from By the Bean. I was happy to see the doors that were previously there still there. If we weren't trying to get our stuff and get out ASAP, the wait time wouldn't have been a problem and with that in mind, I don't factor it into my score. We did leave wondering why there was one guy up front and what seemed like 2 employees in the back. But that's neither here nor there at this point. I would definitely come back to Guest House and maybe try to see if they would warm up their cookies before devouring them.

I've been stopping at this shop for as long as I can remember when I'm in the area. I'm not sure…read morehow many coffee shops are in the area, but this one is in a very convenient location. My last two visits I ordered an iced coffee with coconut and light cream, it's absolutely amazing. If you're in the area, I highly recommend. The staff is always friendly and quick.

I usually buy coffee here for my staff, ordering is pretty easy they do call in orders - sometimes…read morepickup can be a bit tedious because they won't make the coffees until I arrive for freshness. Which I do appreciate, but sometimes can cause a bit of a hiccup in our schedule. Everyone here is very nice and accommodating. We love free shot friday.

Excellent choice of hot and cold coffee and specialty drinks. Too many flavors to list. Freshly…read moremade pastries daily always a new selection. Sara is an amazing baker. They love it if you bring your 4 legged family members.

It has a drive through which is a huge plus to me! Eskimo joe is so good. I heard they have good…read moresmoothies too so I'll have to try that next!

Lovely little coffee shop in Downtown Jacksonville. The space was perfect for a day of work and the…read morestaff was very kind and cooperative. At one point I had a call that I didn't realize I'd have to speak on, so the barista turned down the music for me during the call. So sweet! The WiFi was strong and the drinks were yummy. Not any more expensive than a typical coffee shop and we even went the next day as well!

I knew they weak hotel coffee was not going to cut it on my drive from KC to Michigan, so when I…read morespotted Elm City I knew I had to head there in the morning. So glad I did! I was a little anxious to get on the road and was surprised they had pour-overs as their drip coffee option. It was worth the wait. The baristas were so friendly, The decor is cool, and it assured me that the beans were FRESH when I turned around and saw the roaster. I ordered the Ethiopian and yassssssss my day was made. Added in a wild berry bougie pop tart and I was good to go. A must visit if you're passing through Jacksonville!

I was in here when they received a grocery delivery from Walmart. Their prices are unbelievably…read morehigh and use the everyday essentials brand. So when you pay 8 bucks for a yogurt parfait, they probably aren't spending that much on yogurt for 30 tubs. Also their "homemade cakes" they're a box mix so same situation. The employees were rude and snobbish to the driver. I'm not going back. I hope everyone avoids them. I get businesses have to make a profit but this was too much for my eyes to witness.

Black Rabbit is hands down the best place to go in Hillsboro for a beautifully poured and delicious…read morelatte! The service is fantastic! When you walk in you are always free with kind words and a smile even when they are super busy! I work from home, but sometimes it's nice to just get out of the house and be in a new environment. I often go to Black Rabbit to work and the ambiance is a prefect way to break up the day. Go check it out!

We stopped by Jubelt's on the way to Milwaukee and it did not disappoint! It is adorable and the…read morelunch and breakfast options are plentiful. Service was friendly and fast. I got the summer salad with chicken and fruit and vegetable beef soup. Both were fresh and tasted great! My fiancé got the biscuits and gravy, hashbrowns, bacon, and sausage and it was all delicious. We got some baked goods on the way out and they were also wonderful. I did get a special latte that I didn't care for, so I would try a different drink next time.

Excellent food! We each had the loaded baked potato soup which was good and creamy. My boyfriend…read morehad the three sirloin tacos which was very filling. I had a half junior club sandwich on a croissant and it was tasty too. Friendly service and clean restaurant. Next time we will buy some bakery items to take home.