Black Water Bakery + Eats

Schuyler Bailar

2024-03

We went for a family brunch (a party of 12) and the process was very frustrating. We made the reservation in person for 1pm and were told that if we came after 1 we wouldn't be seated. We arrived at 1 and they made half our party stand and wait. We were also told the place was dog friendly but upon arrival made me and my wife leave immediately.The food was largely bland and took over an hour to arrive. (We didn't eat until after 2pm.) Unfortunately, we won't be returning.The largest positive was that the desserts all looked amazing so we got a few to go. We have yet to try them but I will update the review when we do.

Jalesa Garrison

2024-03

This place has terrible customer service. They will make you feel rushed when trying to place an order. I received the darkest French toast I’ve ever had in my life, and the soggiest scrapple ever. I had to place my scrapple in the air fryer at home just to cook it longer. This time I took carry out, but the previous time I had dined in. The server act like she didn’t want to help us at all. Every time I needed a refill or anything else as far as condiments I had to ask other servers on the floor. I would watch the other servers go and tell her, and it was like she didn’t want to come help us at all. She would take forever just to bring us refills on our drinks. When it was time to check out, we were literally sitting there for probably about an hour. We ended up having to get another server to help us with checking out.

Brianna O'Donnell

2024-03

My husband and I love coming here in the morning for breakfast! I love all of their foods, but my favorite is the parfait. The fruit is so fresh and yummy. The granola is made there and delicious! I highly recommend going here. Later in the day, it can get busy, so be prepared to wait a little. Also, my husband loves the campfire hot chocolate!

Christine Page

2024-04

We stopped at this bakery on our way out of Cambridge. We ordered waters, chocolate milks for the kids and 2 coffees to drink and each of us ordered a meal off the breakfast menus. My husband and I got the coffees and our waitress finally brought our water and the kids chocolate milks 15 minutes later after we had to remind her twice!The place was 10 tables full with 4 waitresses and what seems to be the owner or manager. I was a waitress and handled 4 tables at a time just fine. So being understaffed is not the problem here.We finally received our order and waited for my husband’s Egg Benedict dish to arrive but it never did. We asked for ketchup but never got ketchup. The Waitress completely ignored our existence, never checked once on us after getting our food, she walked past us multiple times and didn’t care to acknowledge that we were still missing part of our order. We waited for our check but you can guess that we never got it. I had to get up and ask for it. I realized that we were charged for the Eggs Benedict so I asked for it to be removed. The hostess went to ask our waitress about it and our waitress her head agreeing that we never got it. Did she care to come to us to apologize? Of course not! Do you think I left a tip?? Of course not! Do you think I recommend this restaurant? Absolutely not and we are never going back there! By far the worst service I’ve ever experienced!!!

Jillian Keffer

2024-03

Black water bakery is a hidden gem! We visited for breakfast this morning and had an amazing meal! Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and fast service! We tried the Benedict, steak and egg burrito, waffles and even grabbed a few pastries for the road! Chloe was an awesome and attentive server and even overheard a quick latte flavor change which made our experience superb! Highly recommend this bakery for dine in or carry out! We will be back!!

Sushila Nair

2020-05

We loved this restaurant. Fantastic choices, a long list so everyone could find something to eat. The Shaksuka was delicious and the eggs Benedict could have been cooked a bit more lightly but overall it was delicious. The coffee was great. The service was good and there was free parking nearby. We turned up and got a table straight away. The ambiance is more family than romantic but that is good for a morning meal. Brunch for four was $60 but it was well worth it.

Deanna Lonsdale

2023-07

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Ian Krynski

2024-03

Upon arrival was greeted with attitude. After being sat we didn’t get attended to for at least 30 mins so we put in all our food right away. They brought out our appetizer at the same time as our food so our entrees were cold by the time we started on them. The food was terribly bland which made them hard to finish. I will say it is a very cool place and the coffee was good. The pastries looked delicious but didn’t try them. If decided to come back it would be just for coffee definitely not food

Tara

2022-05

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Kyle O'Donnell

2024-02

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Amanda Scully

2024-04

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Stacy Tucker

2020-05

Adorable bakery and coffee house right across from the Harriett Tubman mural and Museum. We were looking for brunch before heading out of town from a weekend getaway. The concierge at Hyatt Regency recommended them and there couldn't have been a better choice. Great coffee options, great menu of breakfast and lunch items. We chose the crab omelet with a side of hash browns and a blueberry pancake with a side of bacon. The fresh bakery items were also amazing and I took a couple of items home. Our server Kane was friendly and knowledgeable and attentive.

Thu-Nga Ortega, DDS, MAGD

2022-05

The ice coffee nitro brew can be made with coffee ice cubes! Wow! They had the best vegan chocolate cake I have ever tasted! The apple dumplings were delicious! Crab omelette was so tasty as well! Avocado toast was delicious! What a great find in this cute little town.

Chelsea Hinson

2023-12

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Shelley Monteiro

2023-12

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Neil Grasso

2024-03

I ordered a turkey club sandwich, which cost $15. For that price, I was expecting a good sized sandwich. Instead, there were three slices of bread, one strip of bacon and one slice of turkey. I regret that I did not say something then and there, but I can tell you, I will not be going back. And more importantly, I will be telling others not to go back.

Raven Braun

2021-05

Let me tell you about a place with great vibes, great food and great people. The shop is immaculately clean, artfully decorated, and has a mouth-watering variety of foods for everyone, vegan or carnivore. The staff are courteous, patient, kind, and attentive. My husband and I had a great time here, and I know you will too ❤

Bunny Irby

2024-01

Ever since I discovered this place, I go every chance I get. I have recommended it to many! My friends from Centreville drove down yesterday for a quick bite,.arrived at two and were turned away with no explanation other tham they weren't serving food, along with another couple. Hours state until 3, and I had told them I heard kitchen closed at 2:30. They unfortunately will not try again. 😔 I will be back, I just hope you post hours that make sense to those of us who commute for your wonderful food!

Chris Hall

2022-05

Had a great breakfast this morning! I had the country style biscuits and gravy and my wife had the quiche Lorraine. We also got some peanut butter cookies and an almond and cheese danish to take on our walk through Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge which is nearby. Both of those were amazing in fact the cookie was probably the best I’ve ever had!

Natalie Franke

2023-05

Blackwater bakery is absolutely incredible. I ordered an amaretto latte (holy smokes!) and grabbed a peanut butter cookie for my daughter. The staff was charming. The food was delicious. I can’t wait to return!

Abigail Hoffman

2022-05

Amazing food and great atmosphere! Very nice aesthetic. I also work at Women Supporting Women and we had a fundraiser to have holiday treats donated for an auction. Black Water Bakery donated this Death by Chocolate cake and it was absolutely delicious and super chocolaty.

Danny Kim

2018-05

Checked out this place for breakfast while we were vacationing in Cambridge. Their name is not a reference to any nearby body of water. It's a colloquial reference to the stuff served in a mug (duh). The place is super charming. I love the mix of seating options. Cute strands of lights hang from the ceiling that clearly would be even more charming once the sun goes down. You could tell from the patrons that were already seated that this is a cozy local haunt. They do have an on-site bakery and an eclectic menu of freshly prepared items. Note that this does mean you might be waiting a bit for your food. But you can kill the time enjoying their coffee and conversations with whomever you're with. It's a relaxed kind of place so if you're in a rush, don't be a buzz kill and just move on. Interesting variations on breakfast choices including avocado toast, steak and eggs, crab omelettes (natch) with a side of rough chopped potato hash, and western omelettes served with a side of arugula salad. All delicious and not overly seasoned. The neighborhood kind of seems a bit sketchy (eg the beat up alley way parking lot next to it) but the place is like a small hip oasis. One amateur interior design suggestion in case you're reading this Black Water - faux brick walls (or real ones!) and you'd be right at home in Brooklyn.

EXCELer

2022-05

Everything was amazing and so was the service. We tried the chorizo tacos, breakfast burrito, and the plain sammie. The kids breakfast trio was huge. Bonus were the Tesla chargers on the side of the restaurant.

ANNE FILAR

2024-03

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Alejandro Santana

2023-10

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Deborah Montgomery

2022-05

I stopped for coffee and enjoyed the blend they had. I also got a pastry, which was very good. The staff was very friendly, and it is definitely a place I would return. I did not dine in, but loved that there were crayons to color on the paper cover of the table. The decor was fun as well.

Gayle Scroggs

2023-12

Delicious food carefully prepared on the premises for breakfast and now lunch. My romaine salad was topped with generous slices of blackened chicken breast, avocado, tomatoes and red onion, and a side of yummy homemade honey mustard dressing. My companions ate every mortal of their fall panini and turkey club. Excellent coffee menu. Delightful, helpful staff. I'd give this fives across the board but the wait was a bit long.

Patrick Spehnkouch

2023-12

Had a pretty good Acai bowl here and got some apple pie, and pumpkin bread to go. Both breads were phenomenal.Nov 2023 Update: sat down for a great breakfast, and the pancakes, eggs, bacon, scrapple, and home fries were all delicious.

Linda Flegal

2022-05

We sailed into Cambridge and walked up to this charming coffee shop. Very trendy decor. Great lattes, the breakfast flatbread was delish, so was the grilled cheese and tomato soup. We got some pastries to eat later, also yummy. Our server was very sweet and friendly, she helped us find a place for dinner. Hoping to get back in the morning for coffee before we set sail!

Karyssa Rose

2023-05

I usually love the food there; It’s a bit pricey but I usually get my money’s worth. Got the zucchini bread and it looked smushed and it was very clearly old and covered in juices. Smelt terrible, there was no way I was going to eat that. Highly recommend the avocado toast though.