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    Milklab

    4.4 (10 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Brown Sugar Black Tea with Boba
    Andrea A.

    The Durham Food Hall MilkLab is reliable & conveniently located! I've been here a couple of times and am always satisfied. This time, I got the Brown Sugar Black Tea with Boba, which was classic (good amount of sweetness, chew on the tapioca balls, and tea flavor). I actually went because MilkLab emailed me a $5 coupon for my birthday, which was so nice, so definitely sign up for their rewards club! In the past, I've gotten the Banana Fresh Milk here, which was also tasty. Ambiance is good (the food hall has lots of other options as well so definitely explore for accompaniments) and service is fast. Finding free parking is a little challenging, so you may have to drive around a little bit to find a spot or pay for parking. 8/10 would recommend!

    Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba
    JJ C.

    Atmosphere: Milklab is finally in downtown Durham! A great addition to the bustling Durham Food Hall. Service: Our drinks have been served quickly even during busy hours. Food: We usually order the Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba. The boba is fresh and chewy, and the brown sugar has a good balance of sweetness and toastiness. Though the drinks at this location are decent, we've found that they haven't been as consistent in quality as their other locations. We've also had issues several times with them running out of boba later in the night. Overall: We enjoy the convenience of this new Milklab location, but we find ourselves heading to Milklab's South Durham location more often for a better, consistent experience. We're hoping that once this location becomes more established, we can rely on them for our boba cravings.

    Empty mango drink
    Miiguel D.

    Great mango slushy drink. Not too sweet and great packaging. Definitely stopping by here on my way out the mall to try out other flavors.

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    I love the tea here. The tea is thick and you can feel the milk in it. The boba is chewy . I love their cheese foam.

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    Aaktun Coffee & Bar - Bacon egg and cheese

    Aaktun Coffee & Bar

    4.5(179 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    If I could give this place 100 stars, I would! From the…read moreoutside, you would never guess what awaits inside. It looks like a small neighborhood spot, but the moment you walk through the doors, you're immediately welcomed by a charming bakery counter filled with fresh pastries, coffee, and sandwiches. Then, as you make your way to the restaurant in the back, the entire experience transforms into something truly special. The ambiance is absolutely stunning--warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed. I honestly spent half the meal just taking it all in because every detail was beautiful. Now, let's talk about the food... phenomenal doesn't even begin to describe it. Everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Our brunch came out surprisingly fast without sacrificing quality, and every bite was bursting with flavor. The service was equally impressive. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely seemed to enjoy making sure guests had a great experience. You could tell there was pride in both the food and the hospitality. If you're anywhere near Durham, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're stopping in for coffee and a pastry, grabbing a sandwich, or sitting down for brunch, you won't be disappointed. I'll definitely be back, and this has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in the area. Five stars isn't enough--this place deserves 100.

    I have frequently gone here as it's my favorite place to grab curry mussels. With that being said I…read morecame here today to celebrate my girls birthday and it was one to remember for all the wrong reasons. 3/4 of us ordered the same exact meal and I never received my dish. By the time I was able to waive down the waiter , the table was finished eating and they brought out my meal 25-30 min after the fact. I was hopeful that management would own the mistake, but when my bill came nothing was comped. I had to raise my concern with a waitress and she got a manager. Frankly I am disappointed all around by the experience. "Worse birthday ever" was stated a few times by the birthday girl so idk if I'll be coming back. If I'm going to spend $200 on a meal I at least want to eat.

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    Iced dulce de leche latte with cold foam - lifewithhanny

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    Morning Ritual

    Morning Ritual

    4.5(30 reviews)
    8.6 mi

    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 coffee was actually delicious. The service not so much!…read more To be fair I ordered my coffee with my breakfast at The Goat (the restaurant that Morning Ritual shares the building with) but the coffee is listed on The Goat's menu, so they need to get in sync. Our breakfast ended up coming out before coffee, which made no sense. I had to ask about the coffees before they were actually made. When the girl came from morning ritual She brought out my husbands, hot cappuccino but my mocha out iced and I immediately said I don't drink cold coffee and I did an order iced. Instead of being apologetic, and stating that she would change it, she just snatched the iced coffee and walked away. That was such a strange encounter. It was rude and I got no apology, nor did I get any explanation of what would happen next. I let my server know to ensure I was still going to get a coffee because I can't live without my coffee in the morning! When my Moca loved her honey, oat milk, coffee came I took a sip and was glad i didn't flip out and say "forget the coffee" (as I was already done with breakfast by the time in arrived) because the drink was delicious! If I'm ever back in the area (I was staying in Raleigh but decided to take a little detour into Durham that morning) I'll come to only Morning Ritual to see if I can change this 3 star review for service issues into a 5. For now they need to work on getting coffee service to The Goat streamlined!

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    Morning Ritual - Counter and pastries! - March 2026

    Counter and pastries! - March 2026

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    Morning Ritual - Outdoor entrance

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    Foster Street Coffee - Iced Miel Oat Latte - lifewithhanny

    Foster Street Coffee

    4.3(121 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    A long-time favorite of mine here in Durham, particularly for anyone wanting a place to study. They…read morehave a ton of tables, free coffee refills, and lots of outlets. The lighting is good, the music is at an appropriate volume, and the seating is comfortable (particularly in the back room). During the weekends and on holidays they can be quite full (particularly during the school year), but generally speaking I can usually find a seat here. Baristas are friendly and competent. They are well-staffed, and even when there is a long line things come out quickly! There is also free parking available in the parking garage around the corner, which is certainly a bonus. My go-to here is simply an iced americano or coffee, but their seasonal drinks are also delicious. Can't recommend enough!

    It's time for "second coffee" and my office for the morning, landing at Foster Street at around…read more8:30 am. Parking wasn't easy since I can't fit into a parking deck but a metered space opened up and I was able to jam into there. Warmly welcomed and my cortado was ready before I'd even finished plugging in the laptop. Strong coffee that had a deep flavor and I'd already had breakfast so I was able to resist the pastries. An hour in, another cup of drip was all I needed while I did the Internet thing. Foster Street is conducive to laptop but it did get a bit loud in there with the talking, the music and the sound of the espresso machine. But if you can handle all of that, it's ideal. I stayed about two hours this morning. [Review 943 of 2025 - 4346 in North Carolina - 24498 overall]

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    Foster Street Coffee - Mocha latte and chocolate croissant

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    Joe Van Gogh

    Joe Van Gogh

    4.2(163 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    The space nails the industrial-warehouse-meets-neighborhood-cafe thing without trying too hard…read more Exposed ductwork, dark ceilings, warm wood slat paneling on the counter and half-wall, white subway tile behind the bar, and enough trailing plants to soften it all. There's an upstairs loft and a mix of seating downstairs. Prices are fair for the quality. Latte $4.50-5.75, mocha and chai in the same range, drip from $2.50. Flavor shots are $0.50 (rosemary brown sugar and toasted coconut stood out). The grab-and-go case is well stocked with sandwiches, fruit and cheese cups, overnight oats, granola, and Nitro cold brew if you need it to go. Food menu covers biscuit sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and the Van Gogh Wich. Small gripes: it's hot only on several drinks (pour over, espresso, cortado, cappuccino), so know that going in, and no pets allowed. Summer menu had some fun seasonal stuff--iced prismatic with cherry cinnamon apple. If you care about where your beans come from and want a cafe with genuine character, this is an easy recommendation.

    I got an orange blossom matcha latte and I'd say it was decent. The orange blossom syrup was very…read moremild so I could taste it very well. The matcha wasn't very strong and a little overpowered with milk. I didn't try any of their coffees but they looked to be pretty good! I'd give it a 3/5 for the matcha because it was decent but I don't think I'd order it again. The space itself was really nice though and the staff was friendly.

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    Joe Van Gogh - Iced vanilla oat latte - lifewithhanny

    Iced vanilla oat latte - lifewithhanny

    Joe Van Gogh - Peppermint vanilla oat latte - lifewithhanny

    Peppermint vanilla oat latte - lifewithhanny

    Joe Van Gogh - Upper section overlooking the counter to order

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    Upper section overlooking the counter to order

    Omie’s Coffee Shop and Roastery - Banana pudding shortie - lifewithhanny

    Omie’s Coffee Shop and Roastery

    4.6(54 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Omie's is a small hidden gem in Durham. This place has the best truly espresso/coffee forward…read moredrinks in the triangle. You can tell the quality of the drink and beans Omie's is high quality as soon as you taste it. I absolutely loved their fun and creative seasonal menu. I ordered the pumpkin pie brown butter latte, and it was so tasty. Normally, I have to ask coffee shops to reduce the sugar, but this drink was perfectly balanced. In addition, Omie's sells baked goods to complement your drink. There was a selection of tasty treats to pick from. One of my friends got a HUGE cookie, which looked absolutely delicious. As a fair heads up, parking and inside seating areas are limited. However, Omie's has done the most to maximize the space to make it a cozy place to sit. Pro tip- there is a little more seating to the left of the bathrooms, and there are several comfy spots interspersed throughout. Come for the good coffee, good vibes, and lovely service staff. I definitely know that I will be back!

    Women-owned neighborhood coffee shop with a cozy, setup. Parking is very limited. The place itself…read moreis small, but there's an extended seating area next to a small grocery store where you can enjoy your drink. There was only one barista working, so there was a bit of a wait, but she was kind and acknowledged me while I waited. I ordered a flat white--it was well made with a distinct nutty flavor.

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    Omie’s Coffee Shop and Roastery - Inside

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    Omie’s Coffee Shop and Roastery - Green Beans - Before roasting

    Green Beans - Before roasting

    Omie’s Coffee Shop and Roastery - Outside

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