Coffee Shops
Ciao Cafe
Ciao is more than a coffee shop. They have some of the best gelato I have ever tried, along with a wide variety of sweets and desserts. This is the place to stop if you have a crowd of people with different tastes!
Choffey's Coffee & Confections
This spot is a coffee shop meets chocolate and goodies shop. It's an all in one stop for your indulgence desires.
Coffeeology
One of the best coffee shops in the county lives in Downtown Delaware. This shop has delicious honey maple lattes which is a win on my part, BUT they also have a retail shop with tons of local products in it. This is where I snag my Milligan's Maple Syrup!
Fresh Start Café and Bakery
My personal favorite in terms of coffee shops in Delaware County is Fresh Start. The owners and the staff here are lovely people and go above and beyond for their customers and community. They have amazing drip coffee and hazelnut lattes, along with delicious pastries.
Ciao is more than a coffee shop. They have some of the best gelato I have ever tried, along with a wide variety of sweets and desserts. This is the place to stop if you have a crowd of people with different tastes!
Choffey's Coffee & Confections
This spot is a coffee shop meets chocolate and goodies shop. It's an all in one stop for your indulgence desires.
Coffeeology
One of the best coffee shops in the county lives in Downtown Delaware. This shop has delicious honey maple lattes which is a win on my part, BUT they also have a retail shop with tons of local products in it. This is where I snag my Milligan's Maple Syrup!
Fresh Start Café and Bakery
My personal favorite in terms of coffee shops in Delaware County is Fresh Start. The owners and the staff here are lovely people and go above and beyond for their customers and community. They have amazing drip coffee and hazelnut lattes, along with delicious pastries.
Shopping
Copper Brick Market
Newly opened Copper Brick Market is located in Downtown Delaware. They have a wide variety of nostalgic candies, international snacks, unique candy, bottled drinks, and local art.
Goat Local
Goat Local is is an eclectic retail shop located in Downtown Delaware that sells local art, natured themed decor, apparel, and plants (my fave)! They also host workshops ranging from beer making, to urban foraging, to local history.
Newly opened Copper Brick Market is located in Downtown Delaware. They have a wide variety of nostalgic candies, international snacks, unique candy, bottled drinks, and local art.
Goat Local
Goat Local is is an eclectic retail shop located in Downtown Delaware that sells local art, natured themed decor, apparel, and plants (my fave)! They also host workshops ranging from beer making, to urban foraging, to local history.
Honey & Abernathy
After my first visit here I knew it was going to be my go-to for gifting. Honey & Abernathy has tons of local items, unique gifts, and houses a gift basket bar. Seriously, it is so cute!
After my first visit here I knew it was going to be my go-to for gifting. Honey & Abernathy has tons of local items, unique gifts, and houses a gift basket bar. Seriously, it is so cute!
Seasons Homes + Kids
This shop brings elevated home décor, candles, kitchenware, curated children’s boutique items and other home accessories to historic downtown Delaware, Ohio. This shop is so cute and the staff is so kind!
Tiny House Vintage and Art
Another charming gift shop located in Downtown Delaware, Tiny House hand makes signs, ornaments, and other household decor that is one of a kind to their shop. This is the best place for a personalized gift, or if you are looking to change up your home aesthetic!
This shop brings elevated home décor, candles, kitchenware, curated children’s boutique items and other home accessories to historic downtown Delaware, Ohio. This shop is so cute and the staff is so kind!
Tiny House Vintage and Art
Another charming gift shop located in Downtown Delaware, Tiny House hand makes signs, ornaments, and other household decor that is one of a kind to their shop. This is the best place for a personalized gift, or if you are looking to change up your home aesthetic!
Restaurants
1808 American Bistro
If you are looking for fine dining, a vintage aesthetic, and good company, 1808 is the place for you. If you are fans of Speck Italian Eatery or Veritas, this spot is owned by the same person, Josh Dalton, who is a pro at serving wonderful meals.
Bun's Restaurant
One of the oldest restaurants in Ohio is Bun's! Dating back to 1864 when it was originally a bakery, this spot is now home to delicious comfort food in a nostalgic setting.
Hamburger Inn Diner
This diner is a retro style diner that specializes in hamburgers (hence the name). It has a bar ordering aesthetic accompanied by lovely staff that makes the experience wonderful.
J Gumbo's
I cannot say enough good things about J Gumbo's. The owner of this restaurant is one of the kindest, community supportive, people I have ever met. If you are looking for authentic Cajun food by some of the nicest people in the county, this is your stop. Don't forget to "pay it forward" and leave a meal for those in need while you're there!
The Rutherford Cafe
A classic breakfast and lunch cafe tucked into a little nook in downtown Delaware, this stop has amazing sandwiches and salads. Plus, it's name incorporates Rutherford B. Hayes who was born in Delaware in the early 1800s, which I think is super neat.
Son of a Thurman
If you have been to Thurman's Cafe in German Village, then you already know how great this place is! With a similar menu, tons of seating, and quick service, this burger joint is worth the drive.
If you are looking for fine dining, a vintage aesthetic, and good company, 1808 is the place for you. If you are fans of Speck Italian Eatery or Veritas, this spot is owned by the same person, Josh Dalton, who is a pro at serving wonderful meals.
Bun's Restaurant
One of the oldest restaurants in Ohio is Bun's! Dating back to 1864 when it was originally a bakery, this spot is now home to delicious comfort food in a nostalgic setting.
Hamburger Inn Diner
This diner is a retro style diner that specializes in hamburgers (hence the name). It has a bar ordering aesthetic accompanied by lovely staff that makes the experience wonderful.
J Gumbo's
I cannot say enough good things about J Gumbo's. The owner of this restaurant is one of the kindest, community supportive, people I have ever met. If you are looking for authentic Cajun food by some of the nicest people in the county, this is your stop. Don't forget to "pay it forward" and leave a meal for those in need while you're there!
The Rutherford Cafe
A classic breakfast and lunch cafe tucked into a little nook in downtown Delaware, this stop has amazing sandwiches and salads. Plus, it's name incorporates Rutherford B. Hayes who was born in Delaware in the early 1800s, which I think is super neat.
Son of a Thurman
If you have been to Thurman's Cafe in German Village, then you already know how great this place is! With a similar menu, tons of seating, and quick service, this burger joint is worth the drive.
Experiences
Delaware Pottery Studios
If you are looking for something unique - visit Delaware Pottery Studios and paint pottery like never before. This shop embraces the journey of artistic exploration and self-expression.
Maggie’s Farm & Aromatics
This is one of my favorite store/experience combos for a day trip! Maggie’s has an amazing selection of natural home, body, and bath products, but is also a great day trip destination due to its unique class offerings! Some of the awesome workshops they host include candle making and bath bomb painting, which is so much fun to do with a group of friends!
If you are looking for something unique - visit Delaware Pottery Studios and paint pottery like never before. This shop embraces the journey of artistic exploration and self-expression.
Maggie’s Farm & Aromatics
This is one of my favorite store/experience combos for a day trip! Maggie’s has an amazing selection of natural home, body, and bath products, but is also a great day trip destination due to its unique class offerings! Some of the awesome workshops they host include candle making and bath bomb painting, which is so much fun to do with a group of friends!