"The Butter Milk Ranch is a bakery and brunch spot that makes spectacular sweets and savory egg plates. It does not take reservations. It’s in 12 South, a.k.a. a known shopping destination. The line here can get mind-bogglingly long, and sitting inside will invariably be loud, especially on weekends. Put that all together, and you have the makings of a fustercluck cake. And yet, you shouldn’t let any of that stand in your way because these are some of the best pastries you’ll have in your life. Go for a sit-down brunch in the dining room—that's the only place you can order their magnificent pastry cubes. These laminted, box-shaped marvels come filled with things like steamed eggs, bacon, cheese, and sausage. But honestly, everything on the menu is pretty great." - jackie gutierrez jones 2, carlo mantuano, ann walczak