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I've only ordered their food through grub hub but that only means I've never been to the location…read more I've ordered from this cafe for Pho and vermicelli bowls 3 separate times and every single time the broth was rich and flavorful. I don't like a thin broth and I like the anaise taste. They get it right every time. The noodles they use in the pho are flat and different but I love it. They are perfect for slurping. I've ordered the chicken pho and they always give dark meat that's melting it's so good. Any time I'm under the weather this broth makes it right. I look forward to trying their desserts and beverages but honestly the pho is delicious. Just be okay with a flatter slurping noodle! Mmmm.. Yum

Delicious, fast, and fresh food. The customer service was really great and helpful and answered all…read moreof the questions we had about the menu. The music was such a vibe and the restaurant was a chill atmosphere. If you have tried them yet you should run! This is a hide Gem in Raleigh. Definitely a 10/10 for me in the books. Until next time NC. Farewell

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Mama's Pork Spring Rolls

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Black Ivory Café

4.6(79 reviews)

4.0 mi

The place was a bit difficult to find, it's adjacent to an Asian restaurant which may be part of…read moreBlack Ivory, though I'm not certain.. Anyhow, the cappuccino I had was satisfying. Had my first sip and thought it was decent, second sip, even better, third sip, went from good to great. Very silky, perfect temperature, it hit the spot for sure. Can't speak for the food as I just came for the coffee, but while waiting for my cappuccino I noticed the food coming out looked fantastic. I may give it a try on my next visit.

All I got was a latte, but based on the coffee and service and inside of the restaurant, I would…read morego back to try the food and probably will at some point in time. Staff was friendly and place was clean. Grabbed a coffee to go and latte was decent. When I go back for more will update this review but for now it gets 4 stars.

Interior

Breakfast Khao Soi

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Delicious Iced Caramel Latte

Bedford Food & Drink

4.9(20 reviews)

4.1 mi

Sooo good! Busy morning. Time to treat myself to breakfast take-out, and a Mimosa while I waited,…read morewhich was quick! Encourage all "Bedforders" to support this gem of a neighborhood place!

Enjoyed a Saturday brunch at Bedford while waiting for my nail appointment next door…read more We got the Avocado toast and the AM BFD - both came out hot and quick. Super yummy and delicious, a perfect first meal of the day. We also got a drip coffee and the Blended Affogato with a pump of brown sugar - both were strong and flavorful! Service was great and a quick, nice ambiance, kind staff. 10/10 - highly recommended

The Grand Gobbler was super tasty!

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Garden Bar

4.6(8 reviews)

1.7 mi

Atlantic Gardening is an incredible garden center and Garden Bar! I enjoyed a lovely mango spritzer…read morewhile wandering through the gardens. My sister and I found some beautiful orchids and other plants to take home. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves plants and wants a unique experience while discovering new plant babies to bring home.

I found Garden Bar here on Yelp and went on a Saturday. They are not too crowded and the bar is…read morenear the front. Great prices for a nice mimosa or beer to enjoy while shopping and you get to keep the cute cup. The staff were all extremely helpful and guided me through their greenhouse helping me find things that suited my needs. They had a private party in a room off to the side that is semi-private. I could see a bit and it was very cute and a nice size for hosting. There were not many plants outside on the front and the greenhouse was nicely stocked but not full. So some may consider the selection a bit small, but it was still nice. They had tons of beautiful pottery and lots of supplies to also choose from. The prices on some of the plants seemed high for other places in the area I've seen the same or similar. I would definitely come back!

Floral Studio

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Jubala Coffee

4.4(619 reviews)

2.9 mi

Came here with my daughter on a Saturday morning. We got there around 9ish and it was packed. There…read morewere barely any seats inside, and because it was a chilly morning and the patio was still a little wet, not many people were sitting outside. On a nicer day you can sit outside if you prefer. My daughter ordered the waffle with Nutella, and since she wanted syrup, we added the cinnamon glaze. She really enjoyed it. I do wish they had whipped cream as an option because I feel like waffles and whipped cream just go together, but that's honestly a small thing. I ordered the avocado toast with the fried egg on top and also the house-made granola. I did not realize the granola serving was going to be so big, so I definitely over-ordered, but no regrets because everything was so good. The avocado toast was delicious. The bread was soft, fresh, and filling, and the whole thing was just really satisfying. I ended up taking the granola to go, and later that day when I ate it, I was like wow... it was still amazing. Honestly one of the best granola and yogurt bowls I've had. So good. I also got an almond latte. Nothing overly fancy, just a solid latte done well. Staff were friendly and patient, especially with my daughter wanting to order. That always means a lot. Another plus: plenty of parking, and they have two single-stall bathrooms, which is helpful. I also really like the Lafayette Village area in general. After you eat, you can walk around, hang out, and enjoy the area a bit. So it can be a quick coffee stop, or you can make a little outing out of it. Definitely worth checking out.

Came here on a Saturday around 1 pm. Wanted breakfast food later in the day than most places offer…read more They were highly rated online so I decided to give me a shot. They are located in a VERY BUSY shopping center. Lots of folks sticking around to hang outdoors in the area. Thankfully I found parking in the lot downstairs in a parking garage with a short walk over. The line was long but moved fast. It was cold and sorta dark inside and crowded compared to it being nice outside, so I chose to sit outside. The courtyard side was packed, so I sat on the parking lot side. Not the best view, but got the job done. They were still serving biscuits, but were no longer serving the oatmeal which was a disappointment. I got the yogurt instead and didn't care for the toppings. My coffee and food came out fast and the biscuit tasted amazing. The biscuit was large, the egg and bacon were perfectly cooked and the iced coffee was delicious. The food is the shining star here. I just wish the ambiance was better. I will be back on a weekday when it's less people to contend with.

Espresso

Bacon, Egg and Cheese Biscuit with a chocolate milk by local biz, Homeland Creamery

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Good Graces

4.3(61 reviews)

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This girls lunch felt special from start to finish. The amazing atmosphere stood out right away…read more The space felt elegant yet comfortable, with soft colors, clean marble tables, and a calm vibe that made it easy to relax and talk. The food looked as good as it tasted. The pastry was fresh, warm, and balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. It paired perfectly with the wine. The wine list was wonderful. There were plenty of options, and it felt well chosen, not overwhelming. The rosé we had was crisp and light, which worked great for lunch. Service stayed attentive without rushing anything. Overall, this spot works well for a laid back but elevated girls lunch.

Don't believe the instagram videos. Save your time and money…read more I will start by saying the host & waitress were both very sweet girls and it was nice of them to warn us how "backed up" the kitchen was from the start. We came for lunch on a Tuesday at noon, expecting to miss any crowds or waits. There were about 5ish tables seated, so we were confused why the kitchen was so backed up. We both ordered a salad....and waited over an hour and 15 minutes. At this point I could have went to the store to make it myself. Unfortunately the quality was bad on top of the wait times and that's why I am writing this review. I'm disappointed that I brought my family here from out of town, we wanted to enjoy lunch and eat together, but it resorted in her eating cold chicken 20 minutes before me, and me eating lettuce drenched in dressing out of the plastic to-go container, which I didn't ask for They made it right by comping my salad and offering a free cookie, but due to the experience I don't want to give them a second shot. Very disappointed

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Le Macaron French Pastries

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Certified professionals

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we were browsing lafayette village and stopped in and got the matcha beignet and the dubai…read morechocolate. the chocolate was good and reminded my of the same taste/texture of a ferrero rocher. there wasn't much pistachio flavor or crunchy kataifi. the beignet dough was very good and they warmed it up for us too. i unfortunately wasn't the biggest fan of the filling. it sounded better than it tasted but im sure the other fillings they have are delicious! the staff were very friendly and professional. i would come again to try the other items in their shop.

Cute location! Macarons were good, nice variety. However, I had the worst matcha latte ever. There…read morewere coffee grains in it, so I would not recommend it at all.

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Lifecafe

4.5(4 reviews)

2.8 mi

Breakfast ,coffee, tea, shakes,smoothies, healthy bowls, south of the border options,sandwiches and…read morekids meals are available on the menu at LifeCafe. As part of the membership of this Lifetime Athletic Gym, members can opt to eat here post or preworkout! They even have seadonal specials, convenient meals to go, snacks,fruit and build your iwn shake and smoothies. My kid loves the cheese pizza on the kid menu while my husband enjoys the flatbread. I like that they have paleo ,vegan,vegetarian ootions too. Its tasty but a lil pricey but we love the convenience,the variety and healthy choices!

Great customer experience. Food was out timely and the staff was very friendly. Had the Crisp Bacon…read more& Egg Sandwich and it was very good.

Flatbread for him..cheese pizza for our kid and an entree from their bowls menu for me

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Cafe counter

Jubala Coffee - North Hills

4.3(74 reviews)

4.1 mi

I've been here twice. The first time I was looking for a spot on a Saturday afternoon for a quick…read morebite and the second time was on a Friday during lunch. It was crowded both times but the line moves quick and the service is fast! People come there with laptops to work, but I don't see how as it is very busy and noisy and crowded. They have patio seating in both the front and back with the front overlooking a busy parking lot and the back being adjacent to green space busy with families. The biscuit is the star of the show. It's very large and the egg and bacon I get along with are always well prepared. My latte the first time was better than my second trip, but still solid. I also Got the banana bread with chocolate chips. It was a great size and served warm upon request. I would come here for the food and coffee, but the ambiance may not be for everyone.

I don't know where to begin! A freezing, snowy morning drew me into this warm cozy little coffee…read moreshop, and WOW what a find! Opening the door, I was immediately hit with the aroma of fresh roasting coffee while looking to my right I saw the roaster humming as it's master worked the beans just so. The menu simple, and to the point. Clean ingredients, fresh roasted coffee, pastries, breakfast items, sandwiches and desserts. They have tea options too for those crazy people who don't drink coffee. I started with a latte, was blown away by their perfect latte art. The smoothness of the fresh, roasted bean and the warmth of a cinnamon sprinkle melted the ice from me. I splurged and went back for the breakfast plate and just a cup of their drip coffee - wise choice! To heck with Starbucks, do yourself a favor and come to Jubala Coffee you will be glad you did!

Inside dining room

Iced dirty chai latte, wildflower biscuit

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Outside seating over looks Midtown Park

Paul And Jack Bakery

4.7(91 reviews)

6.6 mi

First time here today. We took home pistachio Boston cream,…read moreNapoleon and 2 baklava $24. All were equally delicious. We'll definitely go back and try some others.

Yum! Think more dessert shop, less bakery. I had a…read moreraspberry vanilla danish, and I absolutely loved it. Flaky pastry, mild but sweet filling. My mom had the pain au chocolat cookie... it was a little overwhelming and very sweet... not my taste, but she enjoyed it. Everything looked delicious and prices felt reasonable. The hardest part was choosing! I will say I was rather underwhelmed by the coffee, but they did have an interesting variety of syrups.

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Seating, bakery items

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Christopher W.

2 years ago

The greeter, Tyler (white male with a forearm tattoo), informed my wife and me that there would be a 15-20 minute wait. However, after waiting 30 minutes with no communication, I decided to go inside and check on the status. I discovered that we had been skipped over, as several guests who arrived after us were already seated, eating, and enjoying themselves. When we finally placed our order, my wife, who has a mushroom allergy, specifically requested an omelette without mushrooms. Despite this, the food we received still contained mushrooms. The manager on duty offered us comp cards, but this gesture does not address the unacceptable level of service we experienced. The overall service at this establishment is subpar, and I can no longer recommend this place to anyone. Unfortunately, my wife and I will not be returning, despite it being a spot we looked forward to visiting after church every Sunday. This is extremely disappointing, and I expect a follow-up call or email to address this matter appropriately. read more

Michael S.

11 years ago

Wow they nailed it again! This time I got the new juice that tasted like a mojito and tried the club sandwich that was surprisingly amazing I usually only go there for breakfast but wanted to try lunch today as a side I got the chicken wild Rice soup that was nice and hot on a cool rainy day The perfect quick lunch! read more

Diana C.

8 years ago

It's unfortunate that I didn't like this place better. I live right around the corner and ordered the salmon eggs Benedict carry out. Got there in 10 minutes after the call and spent $16 (including $2 tip). The eggs were over cooked and got 2 of the littlest pieces of salmon I've ever seen. Really upsetting. read more

Hannah W.

5 years ago

We were told there was going to be a 20 minute wait for two, we were sat in 2 minutes. Food was delicious and came out fast! Our server was friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable although they were a little busy! Will come back again! read more

Don M.

10 years ago

Food was ok but portions were small for the price. Reminded me of the "Where's the Beef?" commercial Wendy's use to put on. (after READING Michael B. post I realize why, they left off one of my sides....) read more

Thaddeus H.

6 years ago

The meal was great and the service was exceptional, Fallon Callender went above and beyond her duties, while serving us. We will definitely be back, and requesting her if she is working. Great job!! read more

Mayveta C.

107

8 years ago

In love with the customer service just as much as the food! I ate brunch here for a meeting. If you're looking for an amazing, friendly and intimate environment....this is the place for you. read more

Susan R.

265

2 years ago

You might have to wait because it's delicious! Great service when you're seated, and great selection. This restaurant executes very well, delicious food, great staff. read more

Molly S.

6 years ago

The food was delicious, the server (Israel) was very friendly and made sure we were taken care of, and coffee was piping hot when delivered to our table! read more

Deana M.

7 years ago

We love First Watch. We moved here in 2015 and searched Breakfast....We went and can't seem to stop. This is our breakfast kitchen

Kim B.

11 years ago

Fresh. Kid-friendly. Veggie sandwich, pancakes, and coffee are excellent. Not a great location, but whatevs.

Chi M.

5 years ago

First Capital Blvd if you want Each other Breakfast one time 6th 9th birthday Gifts

Miriam N.

1 month ago

The establishment in down town Raleigh NC is fantastic. Food, service, clean....top tier!

Caroline S.

2 years ago

The food here is incredible!! Staff is very friendly and helpful! Great place to brunch!

Rebekah W.

8 years ago

Great menu, delicious food, comfortable farmhouse atmosphere and southern hospitality.

Vince B.

10 years ago

Great breakfast and brunch spot. Fresh healthy ingredients and friendly staff.

Beth N.

4 years ago

Great food and atmosphere! Prices are high but they are high everywhere.

Gisela U.

4 years ago

really good food. gluten free toasts! Amanda was awesome!

Cynthia H.

7 years ago

good food. service was good we will be back

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated September 2026

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