Tucker and Co is one of our favorite places! They are one of the only places in our area that have…read moreso many options for our gluten-feee, dairy-free needs, and their food is so yummy! Their staff are friendly and helpful, and their entire places is beautiful and peaceful. We have enjoyed many trips from Harrisburg just to visit this cafe, and we look forward to many more to come!

My fiance and I stopped in on a sunday afternoon for a little pick me up. The ambiance was…read morewonderful, very calming. We were acknowledged right away and helped promptly when we were ready, very good service! The honey cinnamon latte I got was delicious, and my fiancés french press was also very good, and I'm not a huge black coffee fan. The baked oatmeal was delicious, my only complaint was that it was cold when I thought it was going to be warm. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and hope to return!

If you're passing through Mechanicsburg and want something much healthier than the typical…read morefast-food stop, Down to Earth Café is an outstanding choice. The café has a warm, inviting atmosphere with beautiful local artwork that creates a relaxing dining experience. The breakfast sandwich was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. The frittata was hearty, satisfying, and generously portioned. While it was just a little heavier on the pepper than I personally prefer, it was still very enjoyable. The highlight of our visit was the gluten-free, vegan strawberry matcha cinnamon roll. It was incredibly moist, delicious, and packed with flavor--one of the best gluten-free pastries we've had. It's refreshing to find a café that offers healthy options without sacrificing taste. If you're traveling through central Pennsylvania or simply live in the area, this is a wonderful alternative to the chain restaurants that dominate the highways. Whether you're looking for gluten-free, vegan, or just fresh, wholesome food, Down to Earth Café delivers. We highly recommend this café and will definitely make it a stop on future trips through the area.

Atmosphere was great. Lots of natural light and plants. They even had plants for sale for a great…read moreprice. There was a lot of menu options that all sounded really good. I ordered avocado toast and a cookie butter smoothie, both were delicious. I paid about $15 for both, which was a bit on the expensive side, however, I did enjoy them. The service was great and the food came out with reasonable time. I would definitely return.

Idea Coffee is such a cute spot with great coffee options…read more We loved our seasonal sugar cookie latte, so much that we had it for two days in a row. The pricing is good, plus the service is nice and friendly. It's one of those spots that provides some variety in their coffee drinks and is worth going to! Cannot wait to be back and check out the next seasonal flavors.

I cannot say enough good things about this coffee shop!!…read more The barista's were incredibly kind and helpful! They offered insight on good latte flavors and were knowledgeable about food allergies. The service gets 5 stars. The atmosphere is wonderful. It's an open and bright setting with lots of seating and windows. Most of the tables have "idea cards" which have thought provoking questions and conversation starters. They even have some board games available to play. The ambiance gets 5 stars. The food was PHENOMENAL! As someone who has dietary restrictions (gluten free, mostly dairy free, and mostly vegetarian), there were great options! They didn't have a ton of options, but they did have a vegan and gluten free breakfast burrito that was delicious and didn't even taste vegan or gluten free. My partner got a breakfast sandwich and thoroughly enjoyed it. They also had a couple options for gluten free pastries which is always appreciated. The food gets 5 stars. I have absolutely no complaints or recommendations. Idea Coffee gets 5 stars all around and I cannot wait to come back.

The fajita burrito with steak was great. We had a nice…read moreoutdoor seat in the pleasant little lake town. Great service.

Horrible!! The server did not acknowledge us. 15 minutes later and they were just chatting among…read morethemselves. Horrible! We ended up leaving and going to the pizza place across the street which was amazing!!

We kept hearing about this place and everyone said their drinks are amazing!…read more Honestly...who would've thought Columbia would have a hidden gem like this! Homegoodies is serving up great coffee and the sandwiches looked AMAZING (next time). The staff was ON IT! It was packed in here and it still only took about 5-10 minutes to get our drinks. We got the Boo Berry (Blueberry Vanilla Latte) and the frozen Hot Chocolate (made with marshmallow and chocolate syrup siding). Both delicious! This place is deceptive. Looks small, but tons of additional seating in the back. Word on the street is they are putting hashbrowns on their breakfast sandwich, we will review that next time! If your passing through Columbia, check it out!

Its my favorite place for coffee in Columbia! I had before the bagels, they are AMAZING!read more

Looking to treat myself a little on a cold, gray Wednesday afternoon, I decided to finally stop…read moreinto Denim Coffee in Carlisle. I've walked and driven past it many times but had somehow never made it inside. Since Denim was also participating in the 2026 Cumberland Valley Coffee & Chocolate Trail, it felt like the perfect excuse to check it out and grab a quick late-afternoon pick-me-up. I walked in around 4pm and found a handful of people inside -- some chatting quietly, others working on laptops. The space was clean, calm, and welcoming, with soft music playing overhead. The woman at the counter was an absolute sunbeam on an otherwise dreary afternoon, greeting me warmly and happily taking my order. I went with an iced coffee with sugar-free vanilla syrup (extra sweet, please!) and oat milk. Total came to $5.25. While she prepared my drink, I took a moment to look around and realized what a great view Denim offers from their bar seating area. Full glass windows with stools looking out over the square in Carlisle make it a fantastic people-watching spot. That afternoon, the Farmers Market was set up across the square, and it was fun watching people dash between stands while dodging raindrops to grab their weekly goodies. It struck me as a perfect place to meet a friend, spend a few hours working on a laptop, or just decompress with a coffee and watch the world go by. Denim also had a small sweet treat case with snacks that would pair nicely with coffee. I stuck with just the drink this time, but everything looked tempting enough that I'd definitely consider adding a pastry next visit. A few minutes later my name was called and my drink was waiting at the end of the counter. One interesting touch: they placed the container of oat milk beside my coffee so I could add exactly as much as I wanted. It's a small detail, but not something you see at many coffee shops, and I appreciated the flexibility. The iced coffee itself was excellent. Unlike some places where iced coffee tastes like watered-down brown liquid, Denim's actually tasted like coffee -- strong, smooth, and delivering a solid caffeine boost. Overall: great service, really good coffee, reasonable prices, and a cozy spot right in the heart of town. The only real challenge is parking since it's so close to the square. Street parking is available nearby, but depending on the time of day you may need to circle a bit. All in all, a great little coffee stop and I'm glad I finally walked through the door.

Carlisle has lots of great food options. I'm not a coffee drinker but I needed some sweet treats to…read moreshare with a friend. And these cookies did not disappoint! All 3 were delicious!

I came in out of the rain for a solo breakfast at Poached. They have a nice coffee bar area with…read morestools & I thought that's where I'd be sat. I was not disappointed when I was placed at a table. I have an umbrella & I'm happy I could put it out of the foot path, while keeping it close to me. I put in my order for water and the Poached Benny. That comes with two poached eggs on a sausage patty above a thick slice of French toast topped with maple syrup beside hash brown potatoes. While one of my two poached eggs was slightly overcooked, it was still jammy in the middle and the other was a perfect poach. Everything was delicious, even the cut strawberry that garnishes the plate. The sausage patty is thick enough that I'm glad the platter is served with a more robust knife than the spreading knife included in the flatware bundle on the table. It makes assembling a perfect bite possible. The restaurant is clean and bright. The service was quick and friendly and dining alone was not at all awkward. I still highly recommend dining at Poached.

The food was very good. Service was great. It's very nice on the inside of the restaurant. I had a…read moreham and Swiss omelet my husband had the French toast with bacon and cheese sandwich. Both were excellent. It was our first time and we will be back.

Fabulous chai latte & avocado toast today. Great quick service. Relaxed vibe even with people…read moreobviously working around the cafe. I read a book & shared a table with a gentleman who says he's in once a day. That's so cool that God has sent this beautiful place such nice clients.

I met some friends here for breakfast a coffee and had a great experience. I ordered a sausage,…read moreegg, and cheese on an everything bagel along with an iced coffee--everything was delicious, and the sandwich tasted especially fresh. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and I'm already looking forward to coming back for another one.