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Welcome To Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique
At Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique, nestled in the heart of Watkins Glen, warmth envelops you from the first step inside. This inviting café thrives on creating memorable experiences, where friendly faces like Bre, Storm, and Nick ensure every visit is special. Patrons rave about the fresh, delicious food, generously portioned avocado, and exceptional coffee options, including the standout salted caramel mocha. The cozy atmosphere, accentuated by vibrant music and engaging conversation, beckons you to linger. With seasonal specialties and customizable sandwich options, Babes & Buds is a hidden gem that promises a delightful culinary journey, enticing you to return again and again.
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Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique
Welcome to **Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique**, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Watkins Glen, NY. Located at 103 3rd St, this charming café captivates visitors with its inviting atmosphere, welcoming staff, and delicious offerings that keep patrons coming back for more.
As soon as you step inside, you are greeted by the warm smiles of the team, who transform your coffee run into a delightful experience. Bre’s friendly welcome sets the tone, while Storm’s knowledgeable suggestions ensure you make thoughtful choices from the menu. Customers rave about the flavorful drinks, particularly the hot salted caramel mocha and seasonal specialties like the banana bread chai.
- Fresh Ingredients: The café prides itself on using fresh ingredients, ensuring that every dish arrives hot and perfectly prepared. Alvi Azad noted the deliciousness of the food, while Eimy Bonilla highlighted the generous portions of avocado and bacon, promising a satisfying breakfast every time.
- Cozy Ambiance: The vibe at Babes & Buds is exactly what you'd hope for in a neighborhood café—cozy, comfortable, and alive with conversation. Nick’s curated music adds to the atmosphere, making it an excellent spot to relax or catch up with friends.
- Customizable Options: For a fun twist, patrons love customizing their sandwiches, especially with fresh croissants. Great for those who seek a personal touch in their meals!
The café is a place where every visit feels unique. Whether you're enjoying a bagel sandwich perfectly complemented by a London fog or indulging in one of their stellar specialty lattes, the culinary magic is undeniable. Customers express excitement over the quality and taste that far exceed expectations for a small-town coffee shop.
However, it’s important to plan your visit during off-peak hours. As Ryan Slemmer mentioned, the café often gets busy. Even though the wait can be a little longer, the reward of delicious food and friendly service is well worth it.
If you find yourself in Watkins Glen, don’t miss the chance to discover **Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique**. This café not only serves excellent coffee and food—it creates connections through shared experiences over good eats and warm conversations. Come with an appetite and leave with a cozy feeling in your heart!
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“ Such a warm and welcoming cafe! From the moment I walked in, Bre greeted me with a big smile and made me feel right at home. Storm was incredibly helpful with recommendations—seriously, try the food she suggested, it was perfect! Nick kept the vibe going with great music and conversation, and Gavin made sure everything was spotless and cozy. The whole team truly creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere that makes you want to stay a while. Delicious drinks, great people, and an all-around amazing experience. Can’t wait to come back! ”
“ This place is a hidden gem. I did a Google search, found other places but this one had breakfast food. Everything was made fresh and served hot. I loved that. They were generous with the avocado and bacon. I ordered a hot salted caramel mocha, very subtle and delicious. This location can take all my money. Customer service A. I was greeted and felt extremely welcomed. Great atmosphere. A must try! I almost missed it because there’s no sign on the building with the name, there is a poster sign but the font is in cursive and thin - in case you’re looking for it. ”
“ Great bagels! Great coffee! Gluten free bagels were good quality, they were careful to ask if it was an allergy, and were careful in preparation. No issues! I got a London fog and it was spot on. You can never go wrong with their bagel sandwiches. ”
“ Absolutely amazing experience with amazing food! I would recommend getting a sandwich customized to your liking with their croissant! The seasonal drinks treating us well, we had a banana bread chai (added an espresso shot) and a Cinnamon Toast Crunch iced late. It was all very delicious, kind staff; amazing atmosphere. 5/5 ”
“ Cozy is definitely a good word to describe the shop itself, especially when busy. Prices and quality are good for what you get. They get BUSY, and it can take a while to get through to order then get your food/drink but what we received was delicious and well worth the wait, at a fair price. Two of us each got an XL iced coffee and breakfast sandwich of the day for 32 bucks which for a small town coffee shop where business is likely highly tourism based is fair. ”
“ Such a fantastic little place! Just out the gate it was very refreshing to easily have an option for my wife who has a wheat allergy, they had very good gluten-free bagels. Both of our food was super good, and the stylish barista made us both excellent very coffees. The staff was also super friendly and very patient, Even when there were other customers who were not being quite so friendly. We will be going here every single time we go to Watkins Glen for the foreseeable future. ”
“ My friends and I traveled to NY and found this coffee shop. The food and drinks were exceptional! I tried their honey, lavender and vanilla iced coffee paired with bacon avocado toast also thank you to my girl Bre for holding onto the items I bought when I forgot them. Not only did she save them for me, but she made the gift bag super cute with my name on it and gave me stickers (it’s like she knew I’m a sucker for stickers) I hope you see this bre, you all were fantastic and I can’t wait to visit again! Thank you! ”
“ I came here with my wife the last day of our Watkins Glen trip, what a cute shop. Food: I did not have anything but my wife ordered a coffee which she described as "much needed, but way better than most places". Service: all of the lovely ladies working the counter were super nice. Hard working and it seems like a well oiled machine. Aesthetic: this might have been the coolest coffee shop my wife has ever brought me to. The place is covered with art, books, and materials that give it a bohemian feel while still being interactive. I love the separate cubby hole/room as well! ”