May's Parlor

Excellent little bakery with lots of fun and delicious options! Loved the blueberry brioche danish, perfectly sweet while not overbearing, and the fig and caramelized onion and goat cheese scone, nice and savory with subtle flavors, and excellent warmed up a bit. Rise cake, carrot cake, chocolate ganache cake, and Oreo cheesecake bar all magnificent as well!

My first (and second) time visiting this lovely little diner were memorable in several ways. The food is the star here, of course, with several types of food available for everyone to enjoy, and creative variations from originals as well. We enjoyed the pastries the most, which are definitely a must have when visiting. Buy several for the road because I'm positive you'll be nostalgic for the buttery fluffy goodness within a few minutes of leaving May's. Their quiches and pot pie were delectable! Believe me because we tried both. The breakfast sandwiches are a fancy take on the standard, and I must say the garlic aioli on the "BEC" just tipped me over the edge from just enjoying the sandwich to devouring it and licking the plate clean. They have a variety of basic and specialty morning beverages as well. I suggest trying the mint lemonade for a refreshing non-caffeinated option. The atmosphere was eclectic and homey. It brought to my mind thoughts of living in a small town, walking into a diner and - the staff knowing you well - ask if you want "the usual" while you sit next to the small fireplace reading your newspaper (or iPad). The service was great, greeting us with a smile and friendly attitude. They provided recommendations and options for our various tastes, and of course the best ones to bring home to the kiddos. May's will certainly be a frequented place whether it be a trip to the beach or just passing through.

We went here when visiting VB. It was so good we had to go back the next day. The ice coffee is great but the highlight are the pastries. We had almond croissants which were delicious. The breakfast was also amazing as I had a sandwich with egg, bacon, cheese and garlic aioli. When I return to VB I will definitely come back to try the quiche and more pastries!

ℹstumbled upon this place in hunger and was not disappointed. I ordered the Tuna salad, blueberry pastry, with hot lemon tea and dined outside. The customer service was so delightful with a good vibe. I will definitely go back there again.

Hands down the absolute BEST pastries and baked goods I've ever had! The cheesecake was absolutely amazing! My daughter and I also loved the macarons! And the huge lemon cookie, and the orange and cranberry scones. I was lucky to go there before any large crowds starting showing up. It would be worth waiting for though if there had been a line!

My 1st visit to May’s Parlor, which I didn’t know existed! This is a hidden gem, that serves breakfast and lunch. Everything is homemade and beautiful to look at. I’m going to have to come back for more! I had the chicken pot pie and it was outstanding. Full of shredded chicken, veggies and just enough sauce to hold it together, tucked under a flaky crust. 10/10 would order it again. I also snagged a cinnamon roll, fantastic.

Stopped by May’s looking to satisfy my sweet fix during my stay at the nearby Hyatt House. Lots of interesting baked good/pastry options. I grabbed some random items (chocolate crinkle cookie, blueberry scone and cinnamon bun) and all were winners…some of the best I’ve had. Prices seemed very fair ($2.75 cookies, $3.50-$5 pastries, and $3-$5 drinks). There also offer a variety of sandwiches which were about $10-12. There is both indoor and outdoor tables/chairs. The space is very neat and well-kept. All staff I encountered there were helpful and efficient.

Good place, but we were a little disappointed based on the 4.9 star rating by others. The pastries were decent, but didn't quite meet the level of other reviews unfortunately. I wish we had sampled a greater array of food while there, but our 3 items were all in the 3-4 star range taste-wise. We happened to be in Virginia Beach the day a tropical storm arrived, and May's was a great place to warm up and dry out! The decor and atmosphere is very cozy and welcoming, and the staff was excellent.

So happy I found May's Parlor!! I've been looking for a spot like this!! What a great selection of baked goods!! It's always nice when your greeted with a smile and good morning as soon as you walk in!! Then a baker is walking out the kitchen with fresh baked goodies!! Making my mouth water just writing this review! When I was asked what would I like? I said honestly one of everything!! But today I will settle for a almond croissant and a piece of banana cinnamon swirl bread!! I also had to try an ice coffee with log cabin flavor added!! The coffee was dark and rich just like I like! The almond croissant was very good nice flaky layers, rich and buttery with a great almond filling!! The banana cinnamon swirl bread was very moist and delicious as well!! I can't wait to go back and try more of their delicious pastries!! Please make me a sampler box of everything!!

Ok, this is my new favorite restaurant in Virginia Beach! The menu is very thoughtful and unique! The salad is probably the best I've ever had...chock full of goodies! The bakery is a must see! Many tourists in July and August, but you'll get a table the rest of the year! The space is small but oh so charming!

The B.E.C. is delicious. All the elements were on point: everything brioche bun, baked frittata, and garlic aioli were all tasty. Didn't expect much out of the ordinary from a bacon, egg, and cheese but after the first bite couldn't help but say "Wow". Paired with latte with almond milk and vanilla flavoring (which I hear is homemade). Kids ordered pastries - fresh, flavorful, and flaky. Services is friendly. Seating is cramped but manageable. We'll be back.

Potentially unpopular opinion: their breakfast sandwiches are completely overhyped. I've been so excited to come in and try one and went far out of my way to get it. I got their BEC sandwich, which seems to be the most popular. My sandwich definitely came out thinner and less impressive than the photos I've seen online, so I'm unsure if I truly got the best first impression or not. Overall, the breakfast sandwich was below average and I wouldn't order again (pictures attached) The quiche, however, was delicious and helped my review stay neutral. We tried two of their daily flavors and loved both.

This place was cute. The inside was a little crowded/muggy but it still had a cute/rustic vibe. I had an iced chai which was pretty watery-- I didn't finish it. The lemon poppyseed macaron was good. Usually I love key lime pies but this key lime cheesecake bar kind of hurt my stomach. The servers were all super friendly.

I truly appreciate a bakery that makes everything from scratch. Bakeries like May's are few and far between these days. Their Swiss meringue buttercream frosting is delightful, and I love the breakfast pastries. The decor inside the VA Beach location is so cute! I haven't been to the Norfolk shop yet, but I'm hoping to get by there soon.

Cruffin was delicious! Stopped here on our way out and we will be coming back next time we are in town! 10/10

Breakfast must stop. We grab breakfast at May's each time we visit Virginia Beach. Their menu rotates so make sure you take a look online. If you are coming during the weekend, there might be a line out the door. My recommendation... Wait! It is worth it. Don't get there too late as they can sell out of some of their favorites. I can't leave without grabbing a "cruffin". It doesn't matter the flavor. We have also been known to grab some treats for later. If you want some savory eats, they have those too. Grab a quiche, but bring your appetite, they are HUGE! Also, how can I forget the coffee? Great coffee that you can drink there or take it to go. It does have some inside eating, but I wouldn't plan on there being seats available. Overall, its my favorite breakfast spot at the beach.

I go to May's Parlor when I need a fix - fix for my sadness, my stress - and then to do a virtual happy dance because it's a nice weather day, or when there's no need for a reason day... May's Parlor just knows the way to make me whole again - delectable desserts! My go to for brunch is their smoked salmon croissant which they pile thick on cream cheese and balanced amounts of onion and capers. All their pastries and cakes are delicious. Can't say more, just check this place out!

This little gem is amazing, great custom service, food so delicious, can't wait to go back

Great breakfast spot! I stopped by with my Dad this morning, and we split a BEC which was delicious for a premade sandwich. It's an egg frittata with cheese and bacon on a brioche bun seasoned with everything bagel seasoning. We both got cappuccinos, I got mine with vanilla and almond milk. The only syrups they make fresh are vanilla and mocha while the rest are Monin. It did not blow me out of the water as the best espresso or vanilla, but it seems like a reliable spot with great pastries.

Service was friendly and sweet, attentive, and quick. First thing in the morning, the display is stocked well with extra pastries sitting on the steel pans. The place is cute and kept clean. Ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese (BEC) to share, and it's actually a big size for a sandwich. The sauce was a hit or miss for people though, and the bread was a bit too big/heavy. I've ordered some croissant-like pastries from here before and was actually not the biggest fan like the everything croissant (that I used as a base for avocado toast) and cinnamon cream cheese bun. The icing and flavor of the cream cheese on the croissant-like bun was great, but the croissant was lacking... like it was kind old? It wasn't really fluffy-with-a-flaky-crunch the way I would expect. The cookies are perfect! Order any but I went with a chocolate marble cookie and snickerdoodle. Both were soft and chewy, exactly how I love my cookies. The snickerdoodle tasted great, but the chocolate marble cookie was just a chocolate chip cookie I believe. The strawberry danish was more on a brioche-like pastry, so it isn't an average danish; however, it is soft with plenty of filling. This could easily be enjoyable dunking into a black coffee. It was more on the tart side due to the strawberries, so I'm sure a regular danish would've been yummy. I ordered a cookie butter iced coffee because I love some coffee with some treats, but it wasn't the best. This is a pastry shop, not a coffeeshop, so that's my own error! It's good in a pinch. This is a bakery that you just kind of try stuff and figure out what works for you, but it's nice the oceanfront has something as wonderful as May's Parlor!

Best scones I've ever had! Cruffins were amazing. Chicken salad sandwich and chickpea sandwich were both top of the line. Very friendly staff. Best bakery I've been to in years!

When I walked into May' Palor I was mesmerized by my senses being turned upside down. The smell of sweetness, my eyes were fixated on the cruffins. I had my first cruffin and I've been hijacked forever. WOW! How is possible to fall in love with a cruffin? Well? When you try one you will understand. Then there is the BC Breakfast sandwich. OMG! It just gets better. But I am sad to hear the news they are closing on Pacific Ave. What a great place to hang out with a cup of coffee and then Waite staff is beyond wonderful. I can't say enough about this place. Why have I waited so long to make the journey is beyond me. Definitely a (5) star place and beyond.

Stopped by May's looking to satisfy my sweet fix during my stay at the nearby Hyatt House. Lots of interesting baked good/pastry options. I grabbed some random items (chocolate crinkle cookie, blueberry scone and cinnamon bun) and all were winners...some of the best I've had. Prices seemed very fair ($2.75 cookies, $3.50-$5 pastries, and $3-$5 drinks). There also offer a variety of sandwiches which were about $10-12. There is both indoor and outdoor tables/chairs. The space is very neat and well-kept. All staff I encountered there were helpful and efficient.

Great coffee, great pastries, excellent cinnamon rolls, quiche, croissants. just great! Been here every day of my visit.

May's Parlor is one of my favorite bakeries in the 757. I'm a regular, so I had to check out their special menu for Something in the Water. I enjoyed my Earl Gray Cruffin and Sausage gravy biscuits (they had clever names corresponding to the '23 lineup. The cruffin tasted just like the tea, sweet but not too sweet. The biscuit and gravy was super filling and yummy piping hot. Love the ambiance with lemon wallpaper--very charming. The staff are always nice and call you by name once your order is ready. Recommend to locals and visitors!

Amazing food and extremely easy to order and have delivered!! Friendly service. I love to give business to locals!!

After trying many coffee shops in Virginia Beach I can honestly say May's has the best coffee and I love that they make their own syrup. I love their pastries, especially the Everything Croissant. The customer service is always great, the girls are super friendly and kind.

The egg and ham breakfast sandwich was amazing. The sauce was delicious. Recommend ordering take out so you don't have to wait. The line during peak hours can get long. You can still sit outside and enjoy or bring to the beach to watch the waves.

Went for a coffee and had a cafe Mocha and a blueberry scone. Both were delicious and the atmosphere was quaint and clean. Lots of great looking treats to choose from

About a 1-1.5: May's Parlo offers artisan pastries, cookies and cakes, as well as other breakfast treats. We came here in the morning to grab some pastries: +a Tomato Basil Danish - the danish itself was super dry; this literally tasted like tomato paste smeared on a layered dough +a Blackberry Lime Glazed Croissant - this was so pretty to look at but the croissant was super dried out; couldn't really taste the lime +a quiche - even though this was 'warmed up', it was still cold in the center and watery; wasn't really a fan of the bacon inside as it had an unpleasant pork odor to it Staff were friendly, and there seemed to be a lot of locals who came by to pick up some items to go. I really wanted to like May's Parlor and have the same sweet experience that others have had; not sure if it was an off day, or if we ordered the unpopular items? Either way, I'm glad I was still able to check this place out but would not return. +dried-out pastries T___T +friendly staff +limited seating and parking

May's Parlor has the most unique and flavorful desserts! Nestled in a bright white and yellow cottage, May's offers delicious sandwiches as well as scrumptious desserts, from Bourbon bread pudding to an assortment of freshly-made cookies, cakes, muffins, scones, croissanwiches (favorite is salmon with capers and cream cheese)! They also serve a variety of coffees, lattes, and iced drinks and tea! It's a cute little cafe next to Mojito's, so don't blink or you"ll miss it!!

Really charming spot and great service! Not too far from Atlantic Ave so it's an easy walk. The drinks were really tasty and the food and dessert were delicious.

The absolute best bacon, cheddar, and chive quiche I have ever had, and I have had a lot of quiches!! The crust was perfect. The eggs were soft and fluffy, and the flavors were amazing together. The shop is cute and has some parking in the back. The iced coffee was great as well. I got two cookies to go, so I may have to add more to this review after they have been eaten. All the baked goods looked fantastic and it was very hard to choose. Sadly, I stopped by on my way out of town. I know where I will be coming the next time I am in Virginia Beach though!

Nice little spot. Not a lot of parking. My wife and I ordered the salmon croissant (only 1 left) and biscuits and gravy with two cappuccinos. The coffees were good, wished we would have gotten ours in mugs like everyone else did and there was a stack of mugs. Wife liked the croissant and my Biscuits and gravy was cold. I asked to heat up and they must have microwaved it for 4 minutes because it was volcanic hot and the biscuits got really chewy. All the pastry's we took home were awesome.

I have been wanting to visit May's Parlor for closer to a year. I finally made it this week. They were having one of their pie packs they do. I ordered one right away. I headed down to VA Beach a few days later for my pick up date and time I had established. There is parking to the side and street parking here and there throughout the various blocks surrounding May's Parlor. The building inside and out was very cute. Bright colors, small, quaint, and cute lemon decor inside. For this visit I was there for the pie pack. But, I could not resist and ordered all of the flavor macarons they had for my husband, a mint lemonade, unsweetened brewed tea, and an eclair. Let's talk pie. It all looked fantastic! But, it did not leave me saying, "Wow, I have to go back." My favorite slice was hehe Cranberry Orange. The thin layer of cranberry on the bottom was perfect! It was a light pie. Not too heavy on the stomach. After speaking with a friend I told them maybe I need to go back and try other various things on the menu to figure out why they are so amazing and everyone talks about them. Maybe the pies were a miss for this pie pack and myself. Maybe there is something else for me. Their food from other reviews look fantastic. I plan to go back and try their food one afternoon. I'm surely missing something. Customer service was great! There is 2-3 tables inside, and a table or two on their porch. Other than that, take and go is their jam. May's, I will be back I promise! Any recommendations?

How can you not love this little quaint amazing foodery?? I say foodery because they do more than just baked goods (more like baked happiness) and cakes and pies, they prepare some amazing breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, and soups. The people working there are always so patient and kind as I take my sweet time deciding what goodies I'll be taking home with me. But I never hesitate to order the BEC sandwich. Parking can be difficult during the summer but there are a few spots behind the shop just for May's!!

I was originally going to call May's a hidden gem, but apparently we're the last ones to know about it! All around a really solid cafe! May's Parlor is pretty small-- There's maybe 4 small tables inside, and a few tables outside. It feels even tighter when there's a long line! We loved looking at all the pastries and it was super hard to choose what we wanted. The actual breakfast menu is pretty small, but as long as there's some sort of BEC, I'm a happy gal! They also have a full coffee menu with seasonal syrups. After ordering, our pastries were ready immediately, and we waited an additional 5ish minutes for our food. We also noticed a lot of people coming in picking up to-go orders. We'll definitely do that next time! While we waited we sipped on our coffees which I really liked! I got an iced latte with spiced pumpkin syrup-- definitely recommend! The BEC was really good! As you can see from the pictures, the egg is super fluffy, and I loved the bun! It was topped with everything seasoning. We also got the French Toast Pudding and Caramel Banana Cruffin. Both were moist and fresh. The Cruffin was filled with SO MUCH BANANA! It was delicious. We will be back!

Not just for breakfast! When my mom asked for a "white coconut" cake for her birthday, I looked for an amazing one, and May's Parlor didn't disappoint! Their standard Rise cake fit the bill perfectly; I didn't have to custom order to describe the flavors. We also picked up a Key Lime pie to accompany it since we had 20 people coming. We ordered it based on reviews and the description since we don't live in the area. Communication over email was quick and supportive. Pickup was a little challenging -- parking & a long line -- because of their beach location's popularity. The desserts did not disappoint. The Rise cake was moist and flavorful and a big hit with all of the attendees, and the pie was on-point as they say and a nice compliment -- and we had leftovers for folks to take home. Thank you for helping to make my mom's birthday special.

Love this place! On of my favs. Their BEC sandwich is soooo good! And don't get me started on their pastries

creative, exciting, delicious The sandwiches were incredible!!! The bread was soft, fluffy, moist. The lox croissant was INNOVATIVE !!! classic salmon and capers w a texture twist I loved ! All the pastries were perfection. The peanut butter bar was exceptional. The cinnamon bun was actually the best of my entire life. Would give over five stars if I could . Chefs kiss !

From pastries to lunch items - always enticing and always delicious! It's my Go to lunch spot when on the oceanfront or in Ghent district

This is by far the best bakery that has a home style feel to it in this area. Also, they have amazing coffee which pairs extremely well with their pastries. I found May's Parlor through an Instagram post and quickly followed them. Beware that you will get hungry if you follow them and experience some type of FOMO since they sometimes post what they baked that day. May's Parlor is literally in a small house on the Oceanfront that was converted to a bakery and coffee shop. They have a small parking area with street parking available. We have already frequented this place multiple times and will continue to come here. Make sure to follow them on Instagram as well to get updates if needed. The coffee beans they use shines through their flavorings and it really is great coffee. They have a display of their freshly baked pastries and one of my favorites is their cinnamon cream cheese bun. It comes out warm and creamy and the cinnamon with the freshly baked bun is heavenly. We keep seeing pictures of the strawberry shortcake croissant that I keep missing out but we will keep trying to get them. May's Parlor had great pastries and I wish they were open on Sundays sometimes just like Chick-fil-A . Solid experience!

The location was super cute. Food was ok, everything is premade and nothing can be customized in anyway. Coffee was really good though.

Food was decent, wasn't all that but it was ok. Services was ok good. Was a decent experience but I'd rather just keep looking around.

Went for breakfast... multiple times. I had really good smoked salmon on a homemade croissant... multiple times! Delicious!! It's a really small, counter service type place. The 3 tables they have inside seemed to be perpetually occupied, but they have a few tables outside that were available every time I went. Good coffee and a great smoked salmon sandwich...Go!

Went around 10AM Tuesday morning and had the smoked salmon sandwich with some coffee and both were amazing. There were people coming and going pretty much the entire time which shows that it's a great place. We sat outside in the sun and ate our breakfast peacefully.

I am SO happy that I finally got to try this place out, and it was everything I hoped for! There was a line out the door, as it is a small parlor, but their online ordering system was easy to use for some things and then they were stocked on pastries when we walked in. I tried a bite of my friends lox croissant- delicious. The best I've ever had. Then mine was the "meat" quiche- seriously so creamy and amazing. It was 100% French style which I loooove. So flavorful. Then the desserts! Strawberry danish- amazing. Not flaky like a traditional danish, more like a super soft chewy bread, but delicious nonetheless. Also the scones- really it's hard to decide if they were actually the best part! The texture was perfect, and they weren't overpoweringly sweet, just enough to enjoy and still taste the flavors. I have to come back here, and often. Seriously should be award winning!

Thursday morning at May's Parlor for the local's favorite, strawberry creme croissant was a success! If you want fresh buttery delicious pastries, this is the place to be! Expect the busy morning rush and some of your favorite pastries might be sold out. So come early or order ahead online. Totally worth the trip!

I was happy to have finally tried this place. Also happy to hear they have recently opened a Norfolk location. I would go back for the cruffins. They are everything you hope for in a yummy pastry: unique flavors, flaky, sweet with a hint of salt and a wonderfully textural crunch. However, the scones were dry and not as flavorful, perhaps bc they were huge?

Great breakfast pastries to pick up!! Dropped by on a weekday morning and they had lots of selection to choose from. They all looked sooo good. We got the croissant, smores cruffin and cinnamon bun. They were all good and went perfect with a cup of coffee! My fave was the cinnamon bun which was made with croissant dough. It was soo good! The pastries and specials change so it's great to come often to get their specials! Great friendly staff!

Really neat little bakery at the oceanfront. The almond croissant is amazing, probably the best I've had. Also really enjoyed a ham special sandwich I tried. Both visits so far have been winners. Definitely recommend it for a great breakfast or a special treat with a good cup of coffee when at the oceanfront!

Wow wow wow! I'm telling you right now: May's Parlor is a MUST VISIT when you're anywhere close to Virginia Beach. My wife and I visited May's after a friend of ours recommended it, and I owe that friend a big hug because this place is amazing! The pastry case was jam-packed with croissants, bread pudding, cookies, and cruffins -- everything was beautiful and mouth-watering. We chose a few items from the case, but we were a little more hungry than just "pastry-hungry" if you know what I mean. We needed something a little heavier for breakfast, and I tell you, May's delivered! My wife ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich that was dripping with flavor and decadence. I ordered the smoked salmon sandwich, which came on a light and fluffy croissant. I could go on for days about how delicious everything at May's was when we visited, but just trust me -- you HAVE TO go to experience this for yourself.

I love living in Coastal VA. We have the best coffee shops. May's has a beach cottage feel with a sweet bakery satisfaction. Pastry, scones, croissants, danish, cream cheese buns, cookies, parfaits, tarts, cakes by the slice, muffins, pinwheels, and macaroons. OH MY!!! They offer other delights too. This is a great start to any day. Some of the coffee can be a bit bitter but some people like that. I trust the staff in helping me pick out a delicious drink to start my day off right. The last wonderful thing she gave me was a S'mores MOCHA , takeout of course. I think it is my new fave. I have only been a few times. But after 2 visits this is now on my list of go to places. Ya know a happy place. I am working my way to try everything but this be difficult because they change their baked goods. But I love that because it keeps me coming back. I usually get a box of goodies to take and share because once people see you went to May's they are looking to see what you brought them. It is also a great place to meet friends. We do a lot of takeout these days.

When I think of the local businesses I'm most thankful for, May's Parlor comes to mind. I have a huge sweet tooth and May's always satisfies. II even love their savory items like the quiche and their sandwiches. Once I even got their salad of the week- you guessed it- I loved that too. It's located off the strip so parking is a little easier to find compared to businesses on Atlantic. Updating for this COVID-19 world- May's continues to adapt and impress. They are currently offering Cooped Up Boxes with an assortment of rotating treats. They continue to have weekly special items with previews available on their Instagram and Facebook pages. They have local delivery for their boxes, but you can also pick up your treats curbside or in store with social distancing measures in place. I last visited just a few weeks after the stay at home order was put into effect. I felt safe and comfortable throughout my visit.

The cutest beach side bakery! Everything is delicious however my favorite treat from here are the cinnamon rolls! They also have great coffee. If you're close by grab breakfast from here and enjoy it on the beach!

Enjoyed our breakfast at May's. I was able to do an online order thru Yelp and picked up our meals on the way to the beach. Kids were a fan of the bacon egg and cheese sandwich and I loved the meat quiche. So many yummy pastries and desserts to choose from! It was so good we visited twice!

Multiple pastries that look delicious. My husband had coffee and pumpkin bread. I had coffee Cruffin with banana cream filling and a light glaze over top yummy. Very small dine in area and free parking in back. Definitely worth a try. Wait staff welcoming and prompt.