Downtown Directory / Bakeries + Cafes

Aristocat Cafe

Aristocat Cafe is a modern Cat Café offering a welcoming space that serves premium tea and espresso, alongside community sourced and house made snacks. Visit their separate spacious cat room where adoptable cats from their rescue partner lounge about, beans out, looking for their forever home. more

Bella Gelato & Pastries

Situated across the street from Bella Luna Wood-Fired Pizza is their sister restaurant, Bella Gelato & Pastries. As the name suggests, gelato is the star of the show. It's made by hand, on site, using milk from Mount Crawford Creamery. In addition to gelato, the bread is baked daily, an espresso and coffee bar features locally roasted beans, and the pastry case is filled with house made croissants and desserts. It made be hard to choose, but you can't go wrong with a seasonally flavored scoop of gelato in one of their waffle cones! more

Bittersweet Bakery

Bittersweet Bakery, located in the city of Harrisonburg, VA, made its formal debut at the Harrisonburg farmer’s market. Also, be on the look out for us at local events, festivals, and bridal expos in the area! The bakery brings with it years of industry experience, a passion for pastry, and a love for all things local! more

Black Sheep Coffee

Coffee lovers will find a haven at this downtown destination located in the back corner of Ice House. Your crafted beverage will be made with fresh roasted beans from a variety of local roasters, including Red Rooster Coffee, Lone Oak, and Lexington Coffee Roasters. For those customers who aren’t into coffee, they’ve got a wide range of loose leaf teas, cold press juices, and local kombuchas. Special beverages appear seasonally on the menu like Mexican hot cocoa and lavender lemonade. You'll also find an extensive menu for both breakfast and lunch, featuring hot biscuits, quiches, fresh pressed paninis, and wraps. For customer’s looking to satisfy their sweet tooth, they have a daily, rotating case of house-made baked goods from pecan sandies to gluten-free muffins. more

Blue Ridge Florist, Gift Shop and Tea Room

Blue Ridge Florist, Gift Shop, and Tea Room offers the delightful services of flowers, gifts, and tea, all available at the same address. Choose from hundreds of floral arrangements designed to fit any occasion or budget. Or make a reservation for a Friday or Saturday Tea Service, featuring three different kinds of floral tea and a three course tower of savory and sweet treats.  more

BMC Bakes

Find something sweet for any craving at BMC Bakes! From cakes to cookies, BMC Bakes will satisfy your sweet tooth. Gluten-free? No problem! Bakery owner Sarah knows the struggle is real and offers delicious gluten-free treats as well. Stop in for a spontaneous sweet or order ahead for birthday parties, weddings, or any special occasion that calls for sugar! BMC Bakes also offers macarons, cupcakes, and doughnuts. more

Broad Porch Coffee Co.

Located on Court Square and in the Shops at Agora, Broad Porch Coffee Co. offers small batch coffee roasted whole bean, hot and cold brew coffee. more

Drifters Cafe

Once a Food Truck, Drifters Cafe has grown to 3 locations and still operates its beloved traveling Food Truck! Drifters Cafe works with local businesses to provide the best possible service to the community! We believe in fresh ingredients, local supplies, and always being available. We provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the community, as well as our signature specialty espresso! more

El Paisano Bakery

El Paisano is a Mexican bakery specializing in tres leches cake, sweet bread, flan, cupcakes, custom cakes for all kinds of events, and much more! more

Heritage Bakery & Cafe

Owned and operated by mother daughter duo, Heritage Bakery & Café is truly a passion project. They run an intimate café with a 200-square foot kitchen filled with local art and a collection of coffee mugs and plates in mismatched vintage patterns. There is a small outdoor seating area surrounded by gardens that make the café feel as if it’s tucked away in the French countryside.  more