Before & After

Amazing place to go grab breakfast or coffee. Scones and bakery were great. I really liked the outdoor sitting space with river. Plenty of parking. Definitely go here.

We stopped in on our way to skyline drive. We loved the location of this place. The spot out back was super cute with a few places to sit. We walked a little bit on the river walk out back. The coffee was cool, my husband had a lions mane latte and I had a regular latte. I had the turkey sandwich lunch box which was a bit too sweet for us but it was ok. He had the spinach and feta quiche which he thought was very good.

On a drive to the mountains, we wanted to make a stop in Sperryville and grab a coffee. We've been to town, but hadn't had coffee. Very good choice for a stop. I usually go for a mocha, but the honeysuckle caught my attention and I got a honeysuckle latte. I've been slowly coming around to scones and chose the ginger scone while my wife got their savory scone. Coffee was delicious. I'm not sure what flavorings they use, but the honeysuckle was distinct without being too floral and overpowering. My ginger scone was tasty. Lightly sweet, tender, and chunks of ginger (or candied ginger) mixed in. That savory scone, though... I tried a piece of it and wish I would have gotten one as well. That scone is amazing and highly recommended. Staff was super-friendly. While not just around the corner, I'm definitely hoping to make this place a part of our regular coffee rotation.

What a lovely establishment!! We were visiting out of town and decided to stop for lunch. Lysander assisted us and he was an absolute angel!! So kind, polite and greeted us so warmly. We purchased the picnic boxes. I had a Turkey Gouda w spiced plum chutney!! It was INCREDIBLE!! The peach Italian soda and ginger cookie was so yummy as well. We would go back if in town again. A beautiful young lady also interacted w us as well there. Lovely employees!!! Thank you for such a welcoming and yummy visit!!!

Nice little roadside cafe on our way to Shenandoah National Park. Delicious sandwiches and very friendly service. Cozy outdoor area. A riverside trail nearby. Highly recommend.

Before & After Cafe is an absolute surprising delight nestled in the small town of Sperryville. We stopped by didn’t know what to expect and were seriously impressed. The croissant breakfast sandwich was perfectly flaky, buttery and perfectly seasoned, the quiche was hearty and came with a fresh, crisp side salad. The espresso drinks are also beyond expectations. We ordered a latte and a hot chocolate, and both were beautifully crafted and rich in flavor—honestly better than many cafes in NYC. In a world of burnt beans and sad milk foam, this was a much-needed reset. The cafe’s quirky charm adds to the experience—vintage decor, cozy seating, and lots of duck-themed personality (thanks to SperryFest). Highly recommended for Shenandoah travelers.

Wonderful cafe located just 30 minutes away from the entrance to Shenandoah National Park! I stopped by Before & After while driving up to Shenandoah for a weekend hiking trip. It started to rain in the late morning, so I figured I might as well take a beat to grab some food and read until it was possible to get outside again. I was super impressed by Before & After -- the space is super cozy and was filled with hikers who had my same line of thought, as well as a bunch of locals enjoying their weekends. The staff was incredibly friendly, and I loved chatting with them and browsing all the merch they had around the store, including a book about the Shenandoah Valley written by a Sperryville local (who one of the guests sitting next to me apparently knew personally!). I cozied up next to the fireplace with a latte and ginger scone, and it was a delightful way to spend the late morning. The latte was solid, and the scone was giant and super tasty. It had a great gingery kick and wasn't overly sweet at all, and it was buttery, slightly soft, and moist in the center with a nice crunchy exterior studded with ginger sugar. They also have a rotating seasonal scone, so I'm sure it'll be a hard choice between the ginger scone -- their all-time best-seller -- and whatever seasonal item they have in stock the next time I visit.

Nice little cafe right in front of the Shenandoah National Park. One thing I noticed right away was that they use Intelligentsia Coffee beans. Their Black Cat Classic is one of my favorites, and I was pleasantly surprised they were using this particular brand. Oftentimes, local cafes tend to use their own roast or locally sourced beans, which can be hit or miss. Don't get me wrong, there are lots of great local coffee beans in Virginia, but I was so glad to see a coffee taste I can just feel safe with. So naturally, I ordered an Iced Americano, and it was delicious. For a quick lunch, I ordered a Sausage Quiche, and it was great. The quality of the sausage in the quiche was amazing. It didn't feel salty, and the quiche itself had a little seasoning, so it balanced out nicely. The side salad that came with the quiche had a mango white vinaigrette dressing, I believe, and it offset the heaviness of the quiche. They have a cute little river walk right behind their storefront, so you should definitely check that out as well.