If you're in Winston-Salem and you don't stop at The Struggle Bus Coffee truck at least once,…read moreyou're missing the whole vibe!!! Here's the thing. This isn't just a coffee stop. It's an experience worth getting out of bed for. I stumbled across The Struggle Bus while visiting North Carolina for the very first time, scoping out properties and trying to get a feel for the area. And honestly? This was the kind of unexpected gem that makes you seriously consider relocating. First off, the energy is unmatched. The owner Zac is responsive, friendly, and inviting. J-Michael is the kind of team member who makes you feel like a regular within 30 seconds. He's warm, genuine, welcoming, and just the right amount of hype to kickstart your day. Now let's talk drinks, because they are NOT playing around!!! I had The black sugar shaken espresso ( Smooth, bold, and perfectly balanced with that deep caramelized sweetness.) I also tried the honey maple vanilla iced oat milk latte. ( familiar comfort in a cup. Subtly sweet, layered, and dangerously easy to drink.) And the real standout: their handmade vanilla sweet cream cold foam. This isn't your standard topping. it's thick, velvety, and crafted in-house, which you don't see often at mobile coffee setups. That alone sets them apart. I will definitely be back again before I leave on Thursday because I have to try thier lemonade!

If you are in the Winston-Salem area and craving coffee, I recommend checking out The Struggle Bus…read more This local small business offers everything from drip coffee, cappuccinos, hot cocoa, frappes, to specialty lemonades and lattes. They are a mobile coffee shop with walk-up and drive-thru ordering options, as well as patio seating to enjoy your beverage. This month's specialty offerings include a variety of hot chocolates: salted caramel, s'more's cotton candy, Mexican, and raspberry cream white chocolate. Additionally, they are offering a topless raspberry tease: a raspberry white chocolate latte with a raspberry-muffin-flavored cold foam, topped with a raspberry heart. This drink is available as an iced or hot latte as well as a frappe. I purchased the topless raspberry tease iced latte and would highly recommend this drink. The flavor was phenomenal. It tasted like a raspberry crumb muffin, and the raspberry heart was adorable.

Camel City Coffee has been serving up coffee in the Winston-Salem area for seven years. This…read morelocally owned and operated coffee shop is a must-try if you are in the area. Offering a wide variety of drink options, including drip coffee, fraps, lattes (coffee, matcha, chai), hot cocoa, apple cider, and a rotation of seasonal and specialty drinks. The barista was friendly and promptly greeted me when I walked in. Since this was my first visit, I asked the barista what they suggested. They recommended the iced oatmeal cookie latte, which I ordered. The drink was done quickly, and the quality was phenomenal. The flavors blended perfectly and tasted just like an oatmeal cookie.

This is a quiet coffee shop tucked away in the corner of a building in a busy part of town. It's…read morehustle and bustle all around, until you walk through the door and it's like all is calm. The dark paint and decor give it a bit of a moody feel, but it's clean and welcoming. The staff are always super nice and helpful in giving recommendations. I recently tried their gingerbread latte and it was so good. It was worth driving out of my way for.

(4.5 stars) Housed in a historical building, The Remedy has…read morecharm to spare. The high wooden bookshelves and designated reading tables give it literary cachet, but The Remedy leans more cozy than stuffy. There's plenty of seating inside and out, and this would be as good a place for a group as it would be for partaking solo. Part coffeeshop and part bar, The Remedy also offers baked goods, flatbreads and charcuterie alongside its coffees, teas, and cocktails. I passed on the food (it seemed overpriced), but the coffee left no room for complaint. I went with a marshmallow iced latte. It was prepared quickly, and it made for a smooth sip: not too sweet and no acidity. Winston-Salem has no shortage of places to grab a drink of the caffeinated or alcoholic varieties, but it's hard to beat the atmosphere that The Remedy has to offer.

Ummm..no. I think the main selling point for this place is the historical building that it's in and…read morethe cool ambience inside. It was packed for a Friday at noon. Service = not great. I felt like I interrupted the gentlemen's conversation by trying to order and they were not very friendly. The veggie quiche was over $7 and kind of small. I was still hungry. It was good though. I'll add that I did not try the coffee (which apparently is a staple) There are so many OTHER breakfast and coffee spots in the city... I'll just say that.

Okay this spot is SO CUTE. Located in downtown Winston-Salem, it was one of the only coffee shops…read moreopen at 7am in the area. I came in desperate for a quick hit of caffeine. I got an ube iced latte and then a raspberry and cream cheese danish. Both were absolutely delightful and came out relatively quickly. This is a great place to stop in if you're in the area. If I had the time, it also looked like a good spot to do some teleworking. They have large windows that look out onto downtown, and it lets in a lot of natural light.

We just moved to the area for a travel work position and decided to stop here after lunch. I…read moreordered two macarons (mimosa and chocolate). The mimosa was light and flavorful without being overpowering. It was a subtle flavor but pleasant. The chocolate was exactly what you'd expect from a chocolate macaron, which was good. It had a rich chocolate flavor but wasn't too heavy. I did walk with it on a warm day, so it began to melt a bit. But overall, it was still enjoyable. My fiancé ordered the ginger cookie. He liked it. It has a crust of sugar on top and had a nice ginger taste. The texture was soft but didn't fall apart easily. The server at the cash register was helpful. We asked what the Santiago dessert was, and he explained thoroughly. He also asked if the macarons could be in the same box instead of assuming. We didn't stay in long enough to get a vibe necessarily, but everyone sitting inside seemed to be at ease and enjoying their time. We will return to try more.

My latte did NOT look like these other photos on here :( I…read morecouldnt taste the vanilla or brown sugar. So sad. My friends earl grey raspberry cold foam was better than mine was. Friendly staff. Small menu. Eh. Just eh.

Updating review because I've finally perfected my order…read more First and foremost, they do light ice and syrups on any beverages here. That, and I believe they pull shots more on the ristretto side. It also could be that because some of their syrups are homemade, th balance of water in the syrup causes for more dilution in the taste vs. traditional mfg syrups. For this latte loving girl, I've found that ordering my lattes "short" (less milk" or with extra ice is a sufficient workaround. This little gem is a nice "third place" in Ardmore. Dark farmhouse modern interior that can get a little loud at times. Baristas are friendly enough. Bring your own cup and they discount 10% off your drink total!

In the fast pace and churning energies we are experiencing on personal and collective levels,…read morefinding ways to support the body, mind, and auric energy fields feels less a luxury and more of a necessity. Today, I went to Oasis at the Mill for a delicious Velvet Fog chaga- & kava-infused drink. I also booked a Vibro-Acoustic Therapy session for the first time! I was asked what I was feeling to experience energetically out of the various programs available and I chose "Release". I didn't know what to expect and it turned out to be quite profound and healing on many levels so I want to share my experience. I was taken to a beautiful dark teal room with Tibetan prayer flags overhead...tranquil and inviting. I put on some padded headphones while the program was being initiated, and made myself comfortable on my back on an ergonomically sculpted bed. Resonant music came through the headphones as the bed began to vibrate and undulate, my back and legs receiving a massage-like experience as my entire body felt the resonance of sound healing. My first impression was feeling I was a garden being tilled...old stagnant energy was being lifted and shaken and I felt a renewed energy pouring through me. In time, I connected my experience with the elements, grounding energy of Earth, sinking and flowing as Water, lifting and moving in spirals as Air, and the warmth and blaze of Fire...as these blended into Spirit I began to journey and fell into what felt like a sleep state. I came out of the sleep state as the resonance shifted, and it gently brought me to stillness over several minutes, softening and slowing until the program ended. I felt refreshed and renewed and was already deciding that "Oh, I have to do this on a regular basis!" And, the fact that there are programs to access many energetic states is so exciting! I can say from the bottom of my freshly renewed heart, DO try this new healing opportunity at Oasis at the Mill! It is truly extraordinary!

I have heard about Oasis for a while, and I'm so glad I finally checked them out! Once you walk in…read moreyou're invited into something magical: a huge array of artisanal loose leaf teas, house-made cooking spices, tea accessories, and more. You're immediately greeted once walk in and the ambiance is just stunning. I wanted to try their teas and got the Mystic Dragon iced w/ a touch on honey, and oh man it was so good and refreshing! If you like green tea that's smooth, slightly vegetal yet aromatic, then this is for you! Bonus is that they also sell ceremonial matcha powder, which is perfect for me since I make my own matcha lattes at home! :) Not only Oasis is just a tea shop, they also offer community classes and events like yoga, sound healing and meditation, and more!

We stopped in here based on a recommendation from a friend. We were in town for a wedding and this…read morespot was walking distance from our hotel. We came in on an unseasonably chilly May morning nursing a bit of a hangover. Krankies was delightfully warm with plenty of seating. I got the Hangover Cure biscuit, which had eggs, fried chicken, bacon, cheese, and gravy on the side. I also got a hot latte and then topped it off with a cinnamon roll. My partner got the sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit with an iced latte. The lattes: go with a flavored one if you grab a coffee here. Their plain latte was not that good but their vanilla latte was very good. Biscuits: WOW! The Hangover Cure is hefty with plenty of biscuit to go around - I had some to take home with me. It was absolutely everything I needed after a night of imbibing with friends. My partner also enjoyed his biscuit. Cinnamon roll: very good! They had a variety of baked goods to choose from. Definitely worth the add. All in all, I think we spent $40, which feels reasonable for the amount and quality of food we received. Definitely worth a stop in if you happen to be in the area.

10 out of 10. The salted caramel latte is something I will dream about :)…read more The biscuits are huge and flaky and incredible. The service was excellent. She was so friendly and answered all my questions. The inside looks a little divey and it's confusing where to go if you've never been there before....but it's so good! Highly recommend

Melrose Coffee and Boba in Clemmons is an adorable local coffee shop. They have a spacious interior…read morewith ample seating, including couches, loveseats, chairs, and high-top seating. The perfect place to work on the go, catch up with friends, treat the kids and yourself, or just come to relax. The barista was friendly and suggested one of the seasonal drinks. The owners are California transplants who aim to share their love of specialty coffee with the community. Offering a wide range of coffee, tea, mocktails, and cocktails as well as baked goods, they have something for everyone to sip on and enjoy. Offering a variety of monthly drink specials to choose from. I purchased the chocolate kiss, and it was delicious and even came with a Hershey's kiss. I recommend eating the chocolate before you start to enjoy your drink. It enhances the cocoa flavor profile and adds an extra depth to the drink's taste.

We visited Winston-Salem for the first time and were looking for a coffee place and decided to…read morevisit Melrose Coffee. What a wonderful choice we made because just wow. The place looks so modern and sleek and gives chill, cutesy vibes all around. It just so happened to be their grand opening and we showed up literally right when they opened and the owners were SO NICE. They made us feel so welcome and treated us like we were family! As we were looking at the menu, they noticed that I was Filipino and even mentioned some items that weren't on the menu. She asked if I liked Ube (I LOVE UBE) and offered to make me an Ube latte! Not sure if maybe they plan on adding it to their menu or creating a seasonal or limited menu because it definitely wasn't listed, but I'm so glad she did because oh my goodness that might have been the best Ube latte I've ever had. A lot of times I find the coffee taste overpowers the Ube, but the way she made this latte I was very impressed. I could taste the Ube right away. Sad this place isn't closer to me. Not sure when we are coming back to the area, but if we ever do I am definitely coming back to try more of their things!

Went on a Saturday night, it was pretty chilly so we wanted to sit inside which meant a short wait…read more Very limited indoor seating. One table was a group celebrating a birthday and the noise level was pretty loud. Had to wait a while for our order to be ready. When the food did arrive it was hot and delicious. Crepe had the perfect amount of crunch and fillings were spot on. At least 3 different people checked on us during the meal to see if we needed anything.

We came to penny path on Valentine's Day and the weather was beautiful. All of the chairs on their…read moreoutdoor patio were totally full and the inside was as well. There was a wait, but it's located in such a beautiful plaza so the time flew while we were waiting. We ended up eating at the counter, which was so cool because we could watch them make all of the crepes. The crepes tasted so fresh and came out fairly quickly as well. The waitress was also very attentive. I also love the decor with all the pennies on the ground- a cute touch! Will definitely come back!

Went here for almost a month straight...everyday for just one item,their world famous iced rolls…read more I now have a horrible case of Type 2 diabetes. but it was worth it.

Yum yum yum. Both items I got from this bakery were divine. The Amish cinnamon roll has a caramel…read morelike frosting and the brown sugar rice crispy treat is one of the best things I've ever eaten. {-: The one thing I'll say is that I wish they had more actual baked goods to choose from, like pastries. There were sandwiches and cake slices, but I want a croissant or danish or cookie! I'll definitely be back to try the coffee.