Charming coffee shop with character. When you walk in, there's a narrow pathway towards the counter…read moreto order. There's menus on the wall in the hallway and at the counter. Very accessible. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. They have really fun decor, good lighting, trinkets and gifts to purchase, and different little spots to dine in, e.g., a small couch area, traditional table seating, a seat/bench by the window, and outdoor patio seating. It provides both a small, intimate setting but also a lot of room and space for groups of 3-4. I'm from California and was visiting family for a bit. Wanted to find a local coffee shop to work from. We came here about 10 years ago. Super happy this coffee shop is still around. Still has really good character, warm vibe, and employees were super welcoming to us. Grabbed a cold brew with foam, a mango/pineapple smoothie, a cookie (they gave us a second because one accidentally broke, kind gesture), a blueberry muffin, and a carrot muffin. Everything was great. That carrot muffin was the bomb. The cold brew was really good too. Classic caffeine kick, bold flavor as usual, and can really taste the fruit notes. I came back the next day to work. It was busy but there's still room to dine in and the team still got through the orders efficiently. For how busy it was, I didn't wait too long to order and get what I needed. Definitely overstayed my time but really needed a nice spot to work from. There's a lot of seating inside and out, but it gets pretty packed during lunch time. Was willing to give up my seat if needed. The staff consistently cleaned tables and seats and kind enough to just allow me to work despite my long stay. I went back to order a chai latte and the bagel and lox. The chai is unsweetened so I added their chai syrup. If you want it sweeter, probably add a bit more. I didn't mind their chai as is. Still good and getting all the spice notes after a cold brew was refreshing. The bagel and lox was phenomenal. I had to be proper and eat it like a civilized adult human being... but would've totally devoured it in seconds with my bare fingers if I was in the privacy of my home. Would come back.

Fun staff - they seem to enjoy their work and get along well with each other…read more Large Menu (drinks and food). Cool store and ambiance. Stay busy even though they're a small store.

I came here on a Saturday morning and looked around the store and there's so many cute cat related…read moreitems at a great price compared to the prices of other stores in Downtown Hickory! They also have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate that you can try and also buy and take home! I purchased a cute hello kitty tote bag and some golden milk turmeric powder to try! The best part is that my purchase helps feed the cats. The owner there is a wonderful lady, full of passion for these cats. I never seen anything like it! Head there on a Saturday morning after hitting the farmers market and it's a great way to destress and pet some cute kitties and drink some tea or coffee. Try not to miss it, just walk into the bottega store and walk in and you'll find the stairs to go up!

From the owner: Help Meowt Catawba (AKA Brews & Blessings) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cat rescue based in Newton,…read moreNorth Carolina, dedicated to saving and improving the lives of community cats, foster cats, and cats belonging to low-income families. Through compassionate rescue efforts, medical care, trap-neuter-return (TNR), and thoughtful adoptions, we work tirelessly to reduce suffering and create sustainable solutions for cats in need. We believe every cat—whether feral, abandoned, surrendered, or belonging to a family facing financial hardship—deserves safety, proper medical care, and a chance at a healthy, happy life. At the heart of our organization is our community-focused catfé and education space in Newton, NC. This welcoming hub brings people and cats together, increases visibility for adoptable cats, and serves as a center for lifesaving outreach, community education, and fundraising. The revenue generated through the catfé helps fund medical care, spay/neuter programs, emergency treatments, TNR, adoptions, and other critical rescue operations. To further support our work, we also offer add-on services including cat boarding, grooming, vet tech services, and educational classes, which provide affordable resources for families while ensuring more proceeds go directly back to cats in need.

Great burger and customer service very good. Fries hot etc. drive through only but fast service…read more Friendly folks

This is what makes America! Great food made by great people…read more We're really glad that we found you.

We tried the mango and strawberry donut. Both lovely. Think the mango had more of the fruit flavor…read more Doughnuts weren't sweet had a yeast flavor and tang. Tried a couple cookies the Dubai and the biscoff. The biscoff I actually preferred. The Dubai was like a a super decadent brownie cookie. I couldn't taste the pistachio as much although I could see it was there. The family serving were really nice and helpful. Made the fruit tea with less sweetness and it was perfect when we asked for it. A bit spendy but may splurge once in a while for an item.

From the owner: YumYum Cafe located in Conover, NC, serves up New York-style cookies, bubble tea, and Korean…read morecream-filled donuts. Indulge in our gooey cookies, refreshing boba, and soft, creamy donuts—all made with love. Stop by for a sweet treat!

Kind & efficient staff along with great flavors --yes, please! Had the Garlic Breath sandwich and…read moresoup of the day. Both were deliciously distinguished!

Very clean, cute and quant inside. Food was phenomenal and make sure you save room for dessert!…read moreLove they have canned drinks! Service was friendly and great, nice addition to the community.

You can order healthy food here if you're careful. I love coming in here to get the lunch of the…read moreday. They often have good pie too.

Another go-to breakfast and/or lunch spot. Home-cooking with a local smile. These people are great…read moreand friendly and will make sure you get what you want. Lunch time favorites: cheeseburgers, BLT, hotdogs, and club sandwich.

This place is everything! So inviting and warm, the staff are so accommodating and selfless!! I…read moreeven accidentally forgot to mention to them about asking for my latte to be hot (yes, I love hot drinks in the summer lol) when they made it iced, and she changed it without hesitation, without missing a beat! For my fellow coffee drinkers with that sweet tooth, you can't go wrong the Morning Glory Latte. Absolute favorite. This place is so worth the visit! Their chicken salad sandwich and the 'bless your heart' sandwich is wonderful!!

Lovely place, fairly newly opened so they're still working out the kinks, but the food was good and…read moreservice very attentive. We will continue to return to check on progress!

I would like to share my LONG overdue thoughts on Infinity Gaming! They are located in the other…read moreside of the pawn shop building. Don't get confused, you have to walk around the other side from the parking lot because like many of the items they have for sale, they are a hidden gem. When we first came to take a look at the store, we accidentally walked into the pawn shop. I can start off by saying that this is the best game store in Hickory, even topping GameStop- ESPECIALLY with prices, but MOST DEFINITELY with the customer service and the sweet folks that own/work here. I have never had a disappointing experience. My 8 year old's birthday was last November, and I promised I'd take him to get a certain video game, but forgot my card at home. The KIND owners just let him keep it as a birthday gift! Granted, it was a really inexpensive game, BUT kindness goes a long way. It doesn't matter the price, it's the thought that counts. In this economy, it's hard to make money and I absolutely hate taking anything from a locally owned store, but they insisted and it warmed my heart! That kindness they showed towards my son got me, as a life long customer, as long as they are open- I will always shop here FIRST; Before checking any other store. They definitely made a little 8 year old VERY happy that day, and his mom too! When it comes to the items that they carry, they DO NOT disappoint. They have super old games and fairly new games FOR EVERY console, as well as consoles themselves, controllers, Funko... Really anything you need for your game room! But the best part is their (what I call) tiny console museum room! They have all kinds of vintage consoles on display in this room. It's a big dream of mine to collect 'em all one day for our game room! Now, we know just where to go to find what we need when we need it! XBOX + Playstation and their dinosaur predecessors, PC games, Gameboy, PSP, Wii, Switch, SNES/NES etc. They have it all, and they are WELL WORTH checking out before you go drop heaps of money at a retail chain. I really hope to see them stay in business and THRIVE!

From the owner: Infinity Gaming in Hickory, North Carolina, is your local headquarters for retro and modern video…read moregames, consoles, and collectibles. Whether you're hunting for vintage classics or the latest game releases, Infinity Gaming delivers a massive selection with knowledgeable service and fair trade values. We specialize in buying, selling, and trading everything from beloved 8-bit cartridges to next-gen accessories. Whether you're a collector, casual gamer, or reseller, we've got something for every level of play. What We Buy & Sell: Retro Consoles & Games: Nintendo (NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, Wii) Sega (Genesis, Saturn, Dreamcast) Sony PlayStation (PS1, PS2, PS3, PSP) Xbox (Original, 360, One) Modern Gaming: Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X