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Made for those who believe every celebration or Tuesday afternoon requires a dedicated slice of cake.

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Small bakery shines with gluten-free options and unique macarons like carrot cake flavor. Corn bread cake is interestingly good and not too sweet, while Pineapple Cake offers a creamy, fulfilling taste. Space feels charming and inviting despite no seating.

Corn bread cake stands out for being interestingly good and not too sweet. The Pineapple Cake offers a creamy, fulfilling taste and can be customized. The carrot cake macaron also delivers a very good flavor.

People are saying

"These moist baked goods are bursting with flavor."

"I found the scone to be absolutely delicious."

"This cake is so moist and bursting with flavor."

Good to know

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The bakery has no seating available for customers.

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You can call ahead to order, and items will be ready in 15 minutes.

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The bakery offers a wide variety of gluten-free and vegan options.

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Italian restaurant

Cozy space with outdoor dog-friendly seating invites casual dining. Pasta bar offers live preparation for fresh Sicilian flavors. Desserts shine with Seven Chocolate Cake and Pistachio Cake for rich, nutty treats.

Rich and decadent, the Seven Chocolate Cake stands out with its intense flavor. The Pistachio Cake offers a fantastic nutty twist among the dessert options.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was incredibly delicious and fresh."

"The atmosphere for Italian food here is so warm and inviting."

"The service here is extraordinary, making every occasion special."

Good to know

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The restaurant is not wheelchair accessible.

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Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends.

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Expect a wait time of 30-45 minutes during peak dinner hours.

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Bakery offers custom cakes with tasty white cake and strawberry buttercream. Indoor seating feels crowded and noisy, but a quiet backyard garden provides calm. Perfect for special occasions with vegan options and a relaxed atmosphere.

Custom cakes come with delicious white cake and strawberry buttercream options. They handle vegan and wedding cakes, often using inspiration photos for special occasions.

People are saying

"I found the cake here to be amazing and delicious."

"This bakery's custom cakes are beautiful and delicious for special occasions."

"The pastry recommendations here are excellent and knowledgeable."

Good to know

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Mia's is open until midnight on weekends and 10 PM on weeknights.

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Expect a 15-minute wait for to-go desserts during peak hours.

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Parking near the bakery is challenging, with limited metered spaces.

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Cookie shop

Cozy cookie shop offers a laid back vibe with colorful window displays and delicious red velvet cakes. Custom layer cakes shine for celebrations. Perfect spot for work or casual meetups with standout whoopie pies.

Cakes come in red velvet and chocolate flavors that stand out for their taste. Custom cakes and layer cakes serve well for celebrations like birthdays and weddings.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be incredibly delicious."

"I found the cookies here to be insanely good."

"Their cakes are delicious and fresh."

Good to know

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One Girl Cookies offers cookies, whoopie pies, and birthday cakes.

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The cafรฉ prepares lattes instead of flat whites.

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The establishment has been open for over two decades.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious dining with Mexican heritage decor sets a lively mood. Live music, including classic rock and roll, energizes the space but can get loud. Chocolate tres leches cake and birthday lava cake make celebrations special.

Chocolate tres leches cake stands out as a must-try. Birthday celebrations include complimentary shots and a decadent lava cake, often served with the song Happy Birthday playing in the background.

People are saying

"The guacamole here is so fresh and incredible."

"The atmosphere here is so cozy and welcoming."

"They brought us a decadent lava cake for my birthday."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs every day with beer and tacos for $6.

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During happy hour, buy a drink and get a taco for free.

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Ultimate Taco Tuesday costs $25 for a set menu.

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Italian restaurant

Italian restaurant shines with modern design and a lively, cozy vibe perfect for groups. Gluten free chocolate cake is a solid dessert choice while cocktails and wine offer top notch selections. Outdoor terrace adds a pleasant spot for casual meals.

Gluten free chocolate cake offers a solid option for those avoiding gluten. Olive oil cake comes with raspberry sauce but tends to be a bit dry and tastes like regular yellow cake.

People are saying

"The mushroom pizza had a perfect charred crust and was amazing."

"The pasta here is perfectly cooked and has an amazing chew."

"You have to try the olive oil cake with raspberry sauce."

Good to know

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Happy Hour at Barbalu runs from 4-7pm and drinks are only $8.

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Gluten free pasta is available.

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The cost of the Lasagna was around $28, which was fair given the quality.

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Cozy bakery offers unique flavors like cumin and coffee frosting in a quiet, welcoming space. Moist red velvet cakes and rich chocolate options shine alongside praised gluten-free carrot cake. Friendly neighborhood spot perfect for relaxing with authentic pies and cakes.

Red velvet and chocolate cakes stand out for their moist texture and rich flavor. The carrot cake is also highly praised, with options for gluten-free versions and custom orders available at reasonable prices.

People are saying

"This bakery's carrot cake is as good as it gets."

"I thought the chocolate cake was the best I ever had."

"I'll be back for a slice of this carrot cake."

Good to know

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Betty's bakery requires a minimum purchase of $10 when using a debit card.

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Betty only accepts cash for purchases under a certain dollar amount.

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A slice of cake and 2 cupcakes cost $18.50.

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