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    Drift Coffee

    4.2 (12 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Iced coffee drink suggested by worker.
    Markie'Sha J.

    The customer service was AMAZING!!!!!!! I have visited this location four times so far and each time is consistent. The customer service is great. The bathrooms are extremely clean and the temperature of the water in the bathroom faucet is actually warm, for some reason that's almost unheard of these days and I really appreciate it. Today I tried a drink that was suggested by one of the workers I have no idea exactly what it's called, but she did use a vanilla bean syrup and it came out gorgeous. I knew I'm just looking at it that this coffee was gonna be good and she did not disappoint.

    Salted Coconut Oat Coldie
 Flash Cold Brew Coffee, Maple Oat Cream topped with Coconut Foam
    Madison L.

    Drift has become a staple for my brother and I! We had been to the Raleigh location and were thoroughly impressed so we knew we had to check out the new Chapel Hill/Durham location. Safe to say, we were still impressed and may have found our new favorite Drift location! The staff are always so friendly and helpful! A sweet man took our orders and helped answer questions about the coconut coldie and successfully persuaded my brother to try the seasonal raspberry almond iced latte. The gentleman was very knowledgeable about the coffee beans and menu! Our food was made fresh and the quality is something you taste right away! My brother has gotten the burrito both times because it is such a great staple! His only complaint was that the Raleigh location serves potatoes on the side with the burrito and this Chapel Hill location does not. The yogurt bowl was sweet--but not overly sweet. The fresh berries, honey, and granola uplifted it perfectly! The chia bowl was also SO good! The almond butter and jam were the perfect toppings. I have such a hard time picking between the two. The side of eggs are always so fresh and tasty, I am not sure where they get there eggs but they taste farm fresh for sure!! Lastly, the coffee is great! The gentleman told us they roast them locally in Wilmington and they always have fun seasonal drinks! I personally LOVE the Salted Coconut Oat Coldie (Flash Cold Brew Coffee, Maple Oat Cream topped with Coconut Foam), I find myself licking the straw to get every last drop of that coconut cold foam! Next on my list to try from Drift is the seasonal wild blueberry matcha! If you find yourself looking for a delicious brunch spot, do not by any means pass up Drift! The inside is warm and welcoming, the staff are so sweet and helpful, and the food/coffee has yet to disappoint! I will be back very soon, maybe even this weekend!!

    Gingersnap Latte
    Phillip N.

    2nd day in a row here and I've loved both my coffees and the food I ordered! The coffee is so good! I've had the Iced Gingersnap Latte and the Iced Salted Butterscotch Cappuccino. Both were excellent! The barista's and chefs are so nice and the food was good too. I had the avocado egg and cheese sandwich. It was good. It does come on a bun in case that isn't your jam for a breakfast sandwich. The shop is super cute, good music, and a place I can see myself hanging out with friends or working outside the house. I'm so happy to have a good coffee shop in RTP near work! I think I'll become a regular here! :)

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    Marty W.

    Really cute shop with nice interior, really good, courteous service, nice merch displayed. Coffee was ok. Will definitely give another try and maybe grab some food also.

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    7 months ago

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    Michael P.

    Hi Phillip! Thanks for visiting. We hope you'll become a regular

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    Michael P.

    Hi Kristen, Thanks for visiting. Welcome back.

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    Michael P.

    Welcome back! Looking forward to having you.

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    2 months ago

    Loved their caramel latte! Added chicken to the veggie breakfast burrito and it was really good!

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    Thanks for visiting, Natalie!

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    Drift Coffee is located right in the Hub RTP, and has plenty of seating and space to sit, drink coffee, or catch up with a friend.

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    Another week, another morning drive to RDU to drop off my better half. We share a car, and with her…read morejob having her out of town about half the time, I've gotten pretty good at finding little adventures on the drive home. This particular morning, I knew I wanted to stop by Trader Joe's afterward, but they weren't open yet. So I pulled up the map looking for a coffee shop where I could get a little coworking done. Thousand Hills Coffee popped up, and it had been on my "need to try" list for a while. I also shot my buddy KH a quick text to see if he wanted to join me and catch up on our latest ultra running training shenanigans. Thankfully, he was game. I rolled in around 8:30 a.m. and managed to grab a decent parking spot. Worth mentioning because the coffee shop shares parking with the apartment complex next door, so I imagine spaces can disappear quickly. KW arrived a few minutes before me and had to park a bit farther away. Walking inside, I immediately liked the vibe. It feels modern but still cozy, almost like someone's really well-designed living room. There are several distinct seating areas, plenty of soft chairs, a long community table, and even bar seating overlooking the baristas. It struck a nice balance between coffee shop and comfortable workspace. Since I'd already knocked out my morning run, I was ready for a little breakfast. KH and I both ordered the cheese, Danish. It looked huge in the display case, though it shrank a bit once it made it onto the plate. That said, it was really flavorful and definitely worth ordering. I also grabbed a regular drip coffee, which was excellent. My timing was amusing because they had just finished the last pot and were brewing a fresh one, but honestly, getting a fresh cup probably worked out for the best. We grabbed chairs next to the long community table instead at the table since the morning sun was already heating things up. We spent a while catching up, talking running, races, and all the usual endurance athlete nonsense. After KH headed out, I relocated to the long table that was in the shade and spent another hour or so catching up on emails and getting a little work done. It turned out to be a great co-working spot with plenty of room to spread out without feeling like you were taking up space. One last shoutout to the staff, who were genuinely friendly and welcoming throughout my visit. Good coffee is one thing, but great people always make the experience better. Overall, I came away impressed. Somehow, they've been open for about two years, and I'm honestly not sure how they managed to stay off my radar for so long. Safe to say they'll be making it into my regular rotation whenever I need a good cup of coffee and a comfortable place to get some work done.

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    Side seating and working areas as well as access to outside seating, July 2024.
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    What a great little find! On a freezing day outside of Raleigh, I stumbled upon this cozy little…read morecoffee shop! Trying to get a little work done, I was pleased to find a comfy couch, power and Wi-Fi- in addition to the incredible twist on a Mexican mocha and an absolutely insane bacon, egg, and cheese on there in house made biscuit! Greeted by the friendliest barista, I made myself comfy on the couch and watched her work her magic. My " not too sweet" mocha had beautiful latte art. I was actually a little sad as I reached the bottom of the mug. So I opted for a decaf refill, it was pure perfection. Do yourself a favor & pop in to make this place your morning ritual.

    The morning ritual is not it's own restaurant, it's essentially the breakfast and brunch menu of…read morethe restaurant "The Goat". The menu isn't broad, only a few options, which I was disappointed with. The staff was pretty decent, they forgot a few things, like a lemon for water when requested, a spoon for my yogurt. We ordered a burrito, the biscuit and eggs and the yogurt. Honestly, I was shocked at how good it was. Burrito had great flavor and was super filling. The biscuits were incredible! They were super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The jam it came with was also delicious. Overall, it was a weird restaurant set up and staff was iffy but the food was quite good! I likely won't go back because the menu is so limited but if you're in the area, it wouldn't hurt to stop by!

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    Fare&Fellow is amazing! The space is wide open and beautifully designed. It's the perfect spot to…read moreget some work done or catch up with friends over brunch. I tried the turkey and brie sandwich and it was absolutely delicious and the food came out super fast. They are closed on weekends and only open on weekdays until 2:30pm. I do wish they had longer hours so I could bring more people to experience it. I love everything about this cafe and can't recommend it enough. Spacious, welcoming, and serving amazing food. Fare & Fellow is definitely worth a visit!

    A perfect coffee shop for natural light lovers! Fare & Fellow feels like an elevated snapshot of…read moreRTP's modern office district: every detail screams sleek and contemporary. It's super spacious, with tons of natural light, high ceilings, and both indoor and outdoor seating. The outside patio has cushy lounge seats, perfect for soaking up sunshine (though it's right by the highway, so some outdoor spots come with a bit of traffic noise during rush hours). This place is a dream for remote work. Every table is so spread out (esp outdoor) that you don't overhear other conversations, no loud music, and sunlight streaming in from every corner. Service was quick and thoughtfully accommodating. I appreciated that they bring food in a to-go container if you're sitting outside, so you're not stuck carrying plates back. And bonus points for their commitment to using sustainable packaging. The coffee was quite delicious! Jubala Coffee actually makes a type of specialty beans roasted just for F&F. Their drink menu is on the simpler side, but they usually have a couple of seasonal lattes, and everything I tried tasted great. Food-wise, it's a gem: generous portions, very reasonably priced, and flavorful. It reminded me a bit of Fount Kitchen in its "organic, healthy" vibe, but with more non-vegetarian options and even better flavor. There's plenty of parking right out front, but sadly they close at 2:30pm, so it's more of a morning or lunch spot. All in all, a wonderful place for a morning work sesh or a work lunch in style!

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    Well during my 6 hour odyssey of getting my car fixed between Jiffy Lube and Firestone, I walked…read moredown 55 for a brief moment of serenity. And I stumbled across this shop. Middle of a Sunday afternoon and every table was occupied. Very young crowd too. I guess the cool kids who avoid Starbucks hit this place up. They have several bookshelves to select a book from. The cafe beverage menu is quite extensive and they offer a few pastries as well. I ordered an iced chai with oatmilk and I had it within two minutes. That staff works quickly. I can't say it was a great drink, the spices weren't too noticeable. It tasted more like a cup of slightly flavored milk. Staff was quite jovial, so props for that.

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