I saw a post last month about a Valentine's Day promotion from Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts that…read morecould be delivered to JMU. Being the mom of a freshman who is 3hrs away learning how to navigate special days where you can't be present is new and can be a challenge. Of course I sent a care package full of treats, but I wanted her to also have something fresh. I ordered a box that came with six cupcakes, two cookies and half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries. This was a large enough box for her to share with her friends (highly doubt this happened. My girl loves sweets lol) or to keep her satisfied all weekend lol. Ordering was easy and delivery was a breeze. They checked in with me the day before to confirm the delivery time and even snapped a really cute picture of her holding her surprise. I definitely plan on visiting them in person on my next visit to the Burg. If you're looking for a few sweet treats, I'd highly recommend Sweet Joy's.

2 giant thumbs up for Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts! I ordered a bday cake for my student at JMU…read more Not only is the cake gorgeous and just as I requested (actually better), but is delicious (according to my kid, cuz I won't get any lol). Their communication with me the customer, and my Duke, the recipient, via email and text, was exceptional. Not only received a confirmation text that she received it, but got a picture of Duke and her surprise cake.

This is the Best Food around. This is the Best Service…read morearound. Have ordered several times and always the products and service is outstanding. Each time we order, the items are always better than anywhere else.

Awesome amazing accommodating delicious beyond words. Small business that deserves to be ordered…read morefrom.

Great place! Food was outstanding. Atmosphere was cute and…read moreinviting. Service was excellent. Everyone was so nice. My omelette was delicious - great lattes too!

I've eaten breakfast and lunch from The B Side and both were fantastic! For breakfast it was a…read moretraditional B/E/C on a croissant and it was HUGE! The croissant was fresh and flakey (maybe baked in-house?) and could be shared by two people. I had the So Cali sandwich for lunch and it did not disappoint. Lunch service was slower than I would have liked but their sister restaurant that they shared a kitchen with was slammed so I understood. No seating inside as it focuses on To-Go but perfect for grab and go!

outstanding, can't praise them highly enough…read more real people, real food, adds variety & quality to Staunton's food scene :) :) :)

I'm late on this review by two years. I had ordered a bridal shower cake two years ago and it was…read moreamazing and delicious! Top quality all the way and worth every penny! They have so many baked goods in there, too, and I do recommend their scones! Yum! We have a baby shower coming up in a month and I will certainly order another Magdalena cake! Can't wait!!!

Would I drive 7 hours just to pick up a order from this bakery? If you hesitate even a second with…read morehow to answer, we can't be friends. I love-love-love some pastries. Scones, cookies, tarts, doughnuts, just keep the carbs and sugar coming. And upon my last visit to the Burg, I walked up on this place. Upon discovering that you have to place orders ahead of time (for a Friday/Saturday pickup), I immediately added a reminder note to place a order before returning. Thus my first interaction with the team here. Due to other commitments on Friday, and leaving early on Saturday, I knew if a Thursday pickup wasn't a option then I would not be enjoying anything. I sent a email and within 24 hours Alicia responded and graciously said they could make it work. Then, I just started clicking. 2 of this, 1 of that, wait what flavors are those? I might of been a touch hungry while ordering, but honestly that wouldn't have made a difference. Knowing the two doing the baking (take a moment to read the "About Us" page) and what they offered (e.g. butterscotch bourbon oatmeal cream pie, cinnamon streusel coffee cake, gooey butter cookies, sugar cookies-with sprinkles, strawberry lemon scones...wait, this was my order I picked up!), I came with a high level of anticipation. I walked up to the window, rang the bell, and held my breath. What if they had forgotten me? What if my order had somehow disappeared between Augusta and the Burg? What if...almost immediately Alicia opened the service window. My order was boxed and ready to go. No disrespect to the photos they share on social media handles, but that is just not enough to fully prepare one for the sight awaiting in that clear top on the box. The multi colors of the sugar cookie, the thickness and weight of the oatmeal cream pies (yes, I ordered 2), and of course the heavenly aroma of it all as one deeply inhales. To save myself the embarrassment of shamelessly eating everything like Cookie Monster in the Nabisco factory, I waited till I was alone to open this treasure trove of goodness. The butterscotch and bourbon, they go together like the final couple of a dating series finale. I am soooo glad I didn't eat a meal before this. That alone almost took me out for the afternoon. Again, the heftiness of the pie is a baking wonder. But oh the moistness (no, I am not afraid to use that word) of the pie and the creme. You don't need milk or coffee to wash it down. But I do suggest a cup of something on hand as you might choke inhaling it with such a swiftness. Then the cookie samples began. My compliment? Everything; flavor, texture, airness. My complaint? Not purchasing more. There should be a nudge that pops up on anything you only order one of that reads, "Are you sure you only want one?" But I digress. And also take a nap. Can't wait for my next order in March. I will add that they do walk up items that do not require pre order. They also have a far more extensive list of pastries (sweet and savory), breads, and custom cakes that you can order. If you are anywhere near Harrisonburg (home or passing through), treat yourself!

We are so glad we chose Bittersweet Bakery to make our wedding cake! From the start, the experience…read morewas amazing. We loved the tasting beforehand and were so impressed by how many delicious flavors there were to choose from. It made it hard to pick just a few. The baker was so easy to work with and recreated exactly the idea we had in mind for our cake. It turned out beautifully and was perfect for our wedding day. Bittersweet Bakery is such a gem in Harrisonburg, and we're so thankful they were part of our celebration.

I honestly didn't have high hope at the beginning as I've seen so many online-reality order fails…read moreon the internet. But I was blown away the moment I saw the cake. It's safe to say all of my guests felt the same. We all LOVED it. Sussy is the best! My faith in online ordering has been restored, and it's all thanks to Sussy! Most people would fantasize about a fancy wedding with hundreds of guests, but I was really happy with my small COVID-19 wedding with only 4 guests, which took place in our apartment. We did everything ourselves, from the decorations to the bridal hair and makeup, and the last thing I want to do is make a cake myself. Sussy saved my day and made my dream cake come true and even better than I could imagine. I'm never a fan of chocolate cake but hers was just magical. I LOVED LOVED LOVED the raspberry buttercream and also the delicious dulce de leche filling. I originally sent Sussy a cake design that I found online and loved, and I was expecting an exact replica of it. But NOPE! She did not copy a single thing from it, which I highly respected her for. She used her own designs and listened to my ideas to come up with the most beautiful cake ever! I also really appreciate that she picked a Baileys strawberry and cream bottle as the centerpiece as my wedding color scheme is rose gold-peachy pink. The bottle really tied everything on the cake together. I LOVED EVERYTHING about the cake. Thank you so so much for making me a beautiful cake, and I definitely will order more from you in the future when there's a special occasion.

I have been ordering with Ms. Sussy for 4 years now. We live 3hrs away from her but worth the…read moredrive. She doesn't dissapoint. Very talented, great pricing, affordable compared to others.

Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the…read moreFull Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg.

Cute little tea spot. They do have coffee, but only drip or iced. They're more of a tearoom type…read morerather than coffee spot. Atmosphere was 10/10 with little frilly white umbrellas on the patio. Husband had the avocado toast and they nailed it! I had the hot turkey sandwich with gf bread and it was so yummy! Would definitely visit again if ever back in the area.

The cupcake company, is our doggies go to cupcake place and well ours too :) The service is always…read morenice and friendly. Before visiting, I would suggest calling to see if they have what you want and are open. They have select cupcakes during certain days of the week. There is few parking spaces in front, but typically you can grab one. The business itself has urban chic feel to it.

I always like the variety they have here. They even had a gluten-free strawberry shortcake and a…read morecoconut cream pie cup. The shortcake was light and fluffy. The coconut cream pie cup was simply divine with the toasted coconut on top. The red velvet was moist and the Swiss roll was so yummy I forget to take a picture :-) The staff was helpful in answering questions, which I appreciate.

Every time we come into town, our first stop is Kline's Dairy Bar. I always love seeing their…read morerotating weekly flavors, but it's honestly so hard to stray from our favorites. My husband always goes for the chocolate milkshake, and for me, it's the Cheerwine float every time. The ice cream is thick, creamy, and perfect for floats -- exactly what you want from a classic spot like this. The quality has been consistently great over the years, and it's what keeps us coming back again and again. A true staple.

This ice cream is sooo good!! Husband and I both got flurrie's and they were massive, one is…read moredefinitely enough for 2 people. Also love they have a pup cup option.