This bakery has the best Napoleons I have ever had anywhere! I have had my pick of New York…read morebakeries after living my entire life on Long Island and Villani's is the best I have ever had. They are open on Sundays which is hard to find in NC. They are friendly and accommodating. My son asked for napoleons as his birthday cake, so the lovely lady wrote on it for me which I appreciated very much. I always say I wish they were closer, but I probably would be in weekly if they were. Nice spot in Plaza Midwood so I don't mind coming here. Great Italian bakery.

Valani's is a must if you're in the mood for something sweet…read more Tried the Italian crème cake and a strawberry cream horn. The Italian crème cake was an easy 10/10, super rich, moist, and decadent without being overwhelming. You can tell it's done right. The strawberry cream horn was also really good. The strawberry flavor itself was pretty subtle, but the crème was light and airy, and the pastry shell had a great crisp to it. They have a small outdoor seating area, which is nice, because the inside is very... cozy. Staff is friendly and helped us choose these great desserts Also had their tiramisu here in the past and it was delicious. Overall, really solid bakery. I'd absolutely come back, especially for that Italian crème cake.

I got the strawberry matcha latte with oat milk and it was SO good! The staff here are really nice…read moreand welcoming!

It's been a minute, but I made it back to my happy place. Went with my usual Maiko Special, but…read morewith the seasonal mango soft serve this time. The mango flavor was incredible! Tasted like summer. Friendly service as always

Qahwah House was such a cool coffee shop! As a history and coffee nerd, I can honestly say that I…read morethink that this was the first time that a coffee shop made me smarter. That's because they had a huge map outlining the historical trade routes that coffee beans were transported on, as well as an homage to some of the patrons of coffee cultivation. They backed up these historical displays with great customer service, a solid cup of coffee, and a truly mesmerizing ambiance. I've been to so many coffee shops in my life, and Qahwah House was the first time, if not ever, then definitely in a long time, that I felt like I experienced something unique. I loved it. Overall, I loved Qahwah House, and I'll assuredly be back as soon as I can. I'd also recommend it to anybody looking for something new to experience!

First off, the Turkish coffee is amazing! Never burnt, which is my biggest complaint at some of the…read moreother coffee places nearby. But not here! It's fresh, made to order, and a huge serving. I don't even drink the whole pot because that's just too much caffeine for me lol. I also really loved the savory pastries they have, very complimentary to their coffee. The service is very kind and they give you a buzzer to easily come pick up your order when it's ready. The ambiance was great the last time I went in. They had wifi available if I needed it, but it wasn't overpacked so I could work a bit when I first came in and then was able to still hear my friend when she came over. It has nicely spaced tables so you aren't as boxed in as you are in some of the other coffee places in this area. Overall, my favorite place to grab a Turkish coffee in Charlotte. Yummy coffee, nicely spaced tables, free wifi, good service, and not overly packed. My go-to coffee spot in Plaza Midwood!

Such a cool space with incredible coffee! I tried the iced black cardamom latte, and it was…read moreamazing--perfectly topped with a rich, creamy cold foam, fresh spices, and a cute dehydrated orange slice. Even though it was buzzing on a Saturday morning with a lively, active crowd, we had no trouble grabbing a table to sit and hang out. Parking wise, I lucked out with a street spot near Taco Boy, but it's super convenient since it's right by the Scaleybark station. Honestly, if I lived in the apartments directly connected to this place, I'd be completely broke. Absolute gem!

The vibe here is very college town. Lots of bakery items to choose from that look really great…read more We had the Nutella bakery item and my kid loved it. We didn't have to wait too long to order or for the coffee to be made. Parking isn't the best and the location is a bit hard to find since they use abbreviations instead of spelling out the name. But, it's clean and organized inside that the coffee was really good. I'd recommend this place if it's in walking distance to you, or if you don't mind a bit of noise and commotion going on around you while you enjoy your morning coffee.

Love this place!!! Decided to meet up with a friend for coffee (well tea for me) and she suggested…read morethis place as 'the perfect spot'. And it was. I read through some of the other reviews and I want to set the record straight. Yes, it's inside a church but there is a separate entrance. Yes, there are Christian books but also other genres. Yes, the coffee is very affordable BECAUSE all the staff are volunteers. No one is getting paid and they LOVE what they do. All smiles and great service. The proceeds go to local and global missions of the church. Win, win all the way around. The place itself is very spacious. Two levels. The seating areas are comfortable and far enough apart you can have some semiprivacy if you need it. My friend who brought me says she comes here all the time to study (she's in college). All of the staff knew her by name. (love places like that) I'm not a coffee drinker so I can't really speak to the coffee (although my friend says it's pretty good). I am a tea drinker though and they have a variety of flavors, some refresher juice drinks, a few pastries. Please support. Every now and again if you're thinking of getting coffee or a pastry, choose them. Why not? Do some good for the community through others who are committed to giving back.

I love this place! This is my go to spot to grab a comfy place to sit get my work done in peace and…read moregrab a delicious blueberry Matcha. Hidden gem!

If you're in the south end area, Make sure to stop by Haraz…read morecoffee! This shop tastes amazing both food and drink My personal favorite is the lavender matcha The ambiance and service is unmatched Manager Hamed is very welcoming and will make sure your visit is worth your while

Very nice cafe with delicious coffee, matcha and other tea options. Large and good for groups. Not…read morea cheap spot but still competitive pricing. The service was good and the guy was patient as I figured out what I wanted. Definitely recommend the spinach pastry and strawberry matcha. Nice spot to hangout.

Great little café with excellent coffee and delicious breakfast sandwiches. Everything is fresh,…read moreflavorful, and made with care. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere make it a spot we visit often. Highly recommend!

Stopped into Mugs while killing some time before checking into my hotel, and it ended up being a…read morereally pleasant surprise. It definitely felt like a spot with a lot of regulars, which is always nice to see, and the overall vibe was very family-oriented and welcoming. One person handled both my order and preparation, and he was kind and friendly, especially once I started the conversation. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich and loved that I could choose the bread. I went with the croissant, and it was a great choice. The sandwich was toasted, really good and filling. For my drink, I had the Cinnamon Toast latte/Americano Macchiato with oat milk, and it was delicious. Flavorful without being overly sweet and very well balanced. A couple small things worth noting: when I tried to use the restroom, both were locked, which was a little inconvenient. Also, the napkins available were the small coffee-style ones, and I definitely needed a few more for the sandwich. Overall, this was a solid stop with good food, a comforting atmosphere, and friendly service. If I'm in the area again, I'd come back to try more items on the menu.

An excellent latte, perhaps a bit spendy but this is one of the more exclusive neighborhoods in…read moreCharlotte. Parking is a challenge as the street spots are limited to handicapped. You'll need to find a visitor spot in the parking deck. Inside and outside seating. It's laid out quite nicely with comfortable seating for working with a laptop while enjoying your coffee. Bright and modern vibe here. We stopped in for a latte and shared it, sitting and watching the customer flow for a bit. Next time, I might bring the laptop and hang out properly. [Review 519 of 2025 - 4119 in North Carolina - 24080 overall]

Matcha is lighter than my skin and mind you I am very pale. Super watered down and absolutely no…read morematcha flavor at all. The syrup is the only reason why I'm giving it a 2 star review rather than a 1 star review. Overall wouldn't recommend and the matcha was almost 8 dollars.