The Bun Shop

It's got a dark and cozy vibe with a calm atmosphere and plenty of varied seating. But some of the chairs were pretty rundown. The lady behind the counter was friendly, and the food came out quickly. The food was premade and refrigerated, and they just warm it up for you. I had the breakfast bake and ham & gruyere. The breakfast bake was still cold in the middle. They tasted ok, but I wasn't particularly impressed with the flavor - likely primarily due to the low amount of filing ingredients. The prices weren't outrageous on their own, but it felt a bit high for the quality of what I received.

Came here with my daughter very cool spot looks very eclectic inside almost as if it could be haunted. Great for Halloween. Would come again the Service was great, ironically it was the guys first day. His name was Adam. Adam, you’re doing a great job, my friend!

Very comfortable local coffee ☕ and Tea shop close to midtown University of Maryland Midtown Medical Campus. The street is a business district street. 3 mins from John Hopkins Medical Campus. MICA is 2 minutes away. The location looks historical inside with an original glass case and some very old antique metal tables. Black colored walls and ceiling for a comfortable and dark mood, comfortable study location. It's not dirty. It's just antique and old for people that don't understand how glass gets after 50+ years. The hot chocolate 🍫 was tasty and did not have that syrup or powder flavor of Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. They offer different kinds of milk if that is your preference. Their music was tasteful and light jazz and not blasting. Conducive to good studying without blasting music like Starbucks which I hate. Minimal power. A few power banks strips all over the floor. Slight trip hazard so please be careful. Customers were a mix of students and older folks studying or just relaxing and reading. Mostly students studying quietly and not loud if they were in a group. Restrooms in the rear. Overall, a good place that is open late. I'm not sure what the sister was talking about racism below. I think it has more to do with your attitude and how you communicate here from my own experience. The gentleman with tattoos serving me greeted me and was professional. Who needs more than that? Hot cocoa was about $4.50 I believe. Not bad. Businesses don't run on air.

I have mixed feelings about this place. The place's atmosphere is a fun and neat concept. But the interior when we got there just seemed very dirty and unwell kept. I get the idea its suppose to be grungy and artsy but it just feel like they are just being lazy at the same time. The coffee was descent, the cinnamon roll was good, and the service was decent as well but not overwhelming.

I love this cafe and have been an advent visitor. The vibe is local and the hours are just perfect for someone to take a seat and do their remote work/tasks. The Bun Shop became a part of my routine and life in Baltimore. My recent issue with the spot comes with the new workers. Despite being nonchalant, which I can tolerate and understand, the quality of the beverages gotten worse. The ingredient balance seems off and the rich flavor that the drinks I usually get seem to not exist anymore. Back on being nonchalant, the new workers make it hard for me to bring this point up. So, here I am leaving a review with a lower star rate.

The Bun Shop has a unique atmosphere that feels like a blend of Edgar Allan Poe and industrial chic—dark, moody, and a little mysterious, yet still cozy in its own way. It’s the kind of place where people gather to chat, read, or work quietly on laptops. There’s plenty of seating, and the fact that they’re open until 3 AM makes it an incredible spot for late-night studying or working when everywhere else is closed. They offer a variety of coffee and tea drinks (menu photos attached), but I came specifically to try the buns. I visited after dinner and there were eight bun options still available. I asked about sweet ones, and they let me know the Apple Turnover and the Roti Boy were the only sweet(ish) ones left. I went with their signature Roti Boy, which was a soft, buttery bun topped with a light espresso-flavored craquelin. It wasn’t overly sweet—not quite a dessert bun, but enjoyable if you’re into more subtle flavors. (A coffee-flavored cream-filled version would be a good option.) The bun was a little under $5 with tax. The savory buns mostly contained meat, so they’re not particularly vegetarian- or vegan-friendly based on what was available when I visited. That said, I’d be curious to come back during the day to see if there are more options, especially for those with dietary preferences. The staff was helpful and patient when answering questions about the menu. Overall, The Bun Shop is a cool, quiet, and distinctive place—perfect for a late-night bite or a long study session with some ambiance.

While I love love love the bun shop and regularly find this to be a perfect place to study and get some work done or catch up with friends, they have never once had heat in the winter. In the winter evenings and nights, patrons must sport winter coats in layers, hats, scarves and even gloves indoors. It’s more bearable in the summer but there is little ac and it can become a prominent problem. Also, the WiFi is hit or miss in terms of whether it will allow you to access websites, be prepared to use a hotspot if necessary. They do have PLENTY of outlets and seating which is a great benefit. Moreover, the bathroom situation is dismal. The smell alone could kill, it often is out of soap and toilet paper because the employees are understaffed and cannot step away to help. The employees are all very kind and helpful but have not been trained consistently and some of them make much better drinks than others… Another small gripe, the music is always too loud and never a good playlist. I do enjoy the drinks, food, and extended hours! There truly is no business similar to the bun shop in that regard and ultimately keeps me coming back however I cannot give a better score given the problems mentioned above.