A solid flat white accompanied by a sweet smile... I think these two alone make a good cafe. The…read morekind lady spoke to me as though I existed (hard to find these days). Let's go ahead and square this equation, given the ambiance is solid for studying/reading (would have stayed in if they weren't about to close). Hey, why not just go ahead and cube this equation with the immaculate aesthetics of the shop, decor, and logo. 9/10 on my cafe calculation!

What a cute little coffee shop in downtown Goldsboro. I was meeting a friend and got there a little…read morebefore her. I needed an afternoon pick me up and saw this place just across from my parking spot. Kismet! No frills, cute little spot with a gorgeous mural on the inside. I got an iced coconut latte - the barista let me know they were out of ice (it was 3pm and they close at 4pm so fair enough). He was still able to make it chilled and I got more coffee in my drink so honestly I call that a win. The coconut flavoring in the latte was perfection - if you're a coconut lover, this is a drink for you. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

Ohana has amazing options for just about any occasion. I love their blended Oreo cheesecake protein…read morecoffee and every other tea I've tried from there. Highly recommend. Staff is always so nice and welcoming. Added bonus, everything is good for you so you won't have the guilt after indulging.

From the owner: We sell nutrition! Protein shakes as a replacement for sugary, high calorie others. MegaLit Teas in…read moreplace of sugary soft drinks. We do other treats like cake pops, protein bars, and more!!

Great coffee and what a lovely atmosphere too. The service is very friendly, feels like you're with…read morefamily.

The Gladstone is located in the back of eclectic home/garden/gift/gallery shop Uniquely R's. It's…read morecool, quiet and dark with otherworldly ambience. They have a great selection of teas and french press. They do not do espresso. There is a small but sophisticated menu that offers quiches, scones, cheesecake and a few savory pastries, all made by a European trained chef who bakes exclusively for The Gladstone. The presentation is awesome. Hours are Tues-Thurs 10am-6pm, and Fri-Sat 10am-10pm. And they are actually open for these hours, they do not close randomly like some other local Goldsboro businesses. This is a really neat place tucked away in Goldsboro, definitely worth checking out.

Labrar was my morning office today. Starting with a "Gibraltar" that is very close to a Cortado, I…read morefound a comfortable seat in the corner and powered up laptop and phone. I arrived at 7 and sat here for five hours. Ouch! And despite that, no one seemed to mind. The inside dining area ebbed and flowed but it never got to the point where I felt like I was taking up a table for a "paying" customer. A drip coffee mid-morning got me through to noon and it was time for me to move on. Overall, a fantastic spot and the coffees were absolutely top notch! [Review 678 of 2025 - 4159 in North Carolina - 24239 overall]

Cozy coffee shop downtown with a variety of options from cold brew to avocado toast. Humble decor,…read morea bit minimalist (especially if you walk over from Cry freedom store) but incredible quality of a latte. Staff were friendly but got confused when one person asked for a to go cup, they made our whole meal and coffees in to go containers even though we had mentioned we were eating there. Felt bad to be that wasteful and I'll try to be clearer next time. $13 for a slice of bread with avocado and egg- but MAN it was good. Will be back to try more pastry options for sure.

The Gilded Pear is located in Downtown Smithfield. It is located in the Hood-Spiers Building, which…read morehas been restored. It was built in 1900 and still has the original tin ceiling, decorative windows and exposed brick. Seating is on two floors, providing a cozy feel if sitting in the loft. They have the "Pear Necessities of Life" This is both a cafe for coffee and teas but also a bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. They are known for their bubble waffles, and crepes. But also have a large menu that has sandwiches, salads, flat breads and breakfast items. There should be something that appeals to even the pickiest eater. Ordering is done at the counter, and you receive a number, and the beverage and food are brought to your table. The menu is posted outside the entrance so you can check it out first. I went with a rose and cranberry lemonade that was a drink special, and the bubble waffle, and added strawberries and bananas. The bubble waffle intrigued me as I had never had one before. It is a honeycomb waffle popular in Hong Kong. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It looks like bubble wrap, which is hard to tell as mine was covered in strawberries and bananas. I enjoyed the texture and flavors of it. The Gilded Pear is a great addition if you're looking for somewhere to grab a quick bite to eat.

Very cute coffee shop in downtown Smithfield with a little kids play area as well. Near the new…read morebookstore!

I always try to stop at the Kenly 95 truck stop when we are on a road trip. It's a fun place to…read morelook around and stretch your legs. I also love that there is a Caribou Coffee shop at this location. I've actually never been to a Caribou Coffee shop anywhere so this is my only experience with an actual brick and mortar shop. It used to be SO good. I always got great coffee from here and it was always a pleasure to visit. This time - not so much. I wanted to try the iced honey cold press coffee but I was informed they were out of honey. Bummer. So then instead I went with the iced oat vanilla shaken espresso. I was rung up but then told they did not have oat milk, so they offered me coconut milk instead, which as we all know, changes the consistency of the drink. When I was handed the drink it had one of those icee type tops on it and it was filled to the brim, so the coffee was spilling everywhere! Once I cleaned everything up and took a sip of it in the car, it was just not good. It was overly sweet, watery, and not creamy at all. I was so disappointed as it cost me $8.00. I'm so bummed that this location seems to have gone down hill as it was always such a nice coffee stop break.

#49/2023 1992 Minnesota Edina to be exact Caribou coffee is…read morefounded They have a mission to want to be like a Starbucks maybe a little better. Many of them do have some standalone places like Starbucks and other coffee houses but a lot of them are also found inside shopping centers food courts malls etc They offer many different styles of coffee like any kind of a coffee specific sort of brewhouse Some say they're a little pricier but it seems like they're competitive with Starbucks only not as burnt tasting to me because I am not a fan of Starbucks This is a second one by the Iowa 80 group that they bought in franchise themselves the other one in the main Iowa 80 world's largest truck stop. I don't really do those fancy schmancy coffees at all the kids and the hipsters are into and all the flavored things I just like cream and Splenda LOL. So I came in and got just a regular house cup of coffee before I walked back out to the truck after dining at the food court and the service was good by the Iowa 80 employees and a whole lot more it was perfectly fine and I don't have any complaints.

Service was genuinely just OK, the girls there don't really acknowledge you at all so I felt like…read morean idiot just standing at the front waiting to order seeing if anyone would at least greet me. The coffee wasn't good, I got an iced dark chocolate latte and the coffee just genuinely isn't flavorful or appealing. I got one of each of their HIGHLY over priced macarons (3$ a pop, they were very small) and they had no flavor to them. It was like eating straight up sugar with like a whisper of flavoring if that. Wholly unappealing. The Lorraine quiche was really good tho! I got the blueberry Bundt cake and the blueberry cheesecake to go for my husband and he the cake was REALLY dry and the cheese cake crust was not good. "The best part of these desserts is the little candied blueberries at the top" the ambiance was quite bleak and really unfriendly feeling. Like the lighting was terrible, the whole sitting area is poorly lit and feels like a prison cell. Just really not a comforting cafe/bakery to walk into and the eats were not good either. I won't be going back or recommending to anyone. *not a set up review, if you look at all my past reviews I say what I feel both good and bad. Just bc Debie is mad at her second bad review in quite a while doesn't mean it's a set up LOL

This is my jam. The desserts here are spectacular and made with love. I often get a load of sour…read moredough bread and get my wife the treats. It is one amazing coffee and sweets shop.

Stop wasting your time reading this and go get an absolutely delightful sweet treat. It'll make…read moreyour teeth ache! We have been going to the Burney's location in Southport for years when at the beach. Randomly while on a business trip I found this location and had to stop in to see if the quality was the same, no disappointment. Haven't tried all of their options, but I must say that a glazed croissant with sweet fillings is absolutely hard to beat. To those about the nosh, I salute you!

Went for sweets and it was great. I did not have coffee but the coffee had a good aroma!read more

I absolutely LOVE this coffee shop! I discovered it back in 2021 and one of the girls introduced me…read moreto the Caramel Dream Frappe. I've been addicted since lol it is SO good and I still go every Thursday to grab one. Great environment and service with a smile always

Their customer service is always excellent, but I want to give a special shoutout to Addison. She…read moreis always so friendly, kind, and genuinely willing to help me find exactly what I want. She's super quick to think, knowledgeable about the menu, and always suggests the perfect flavor pairings. I really enjoy visiting when I see Addison working,she truly elevates the experience.

Faith inspired warmth blended with small town vintage charm; a perfectly tranquil setting to savor…read morea quality cup of coffee with a friend or alone. Personable and obliging staff, helped me decide on a delicious spring special of the Huckleberry and strawberry iced latte (half sweet). Thoughtfully placed artwork in every room, with a quieter back area for more private conversation or studying. Would take a place like this over Starbucks any day!

Great coffee and faith inspired owners! I purchased coffee for the bridal party for the bridal…read morelunch and on wedding day! They brought us the coffee where we were! The owners are amazing people with character and faith! Their customer service was awesome! IEveryone loved their coffee! It was a total hit! If I am in the area again -- I will definitely give them my business.. over and over again!