I was on a walk this morning and I noticed that I was near Borough Coffee. I had been wanting to…read morecheck out this place for quite sometime now, I just never had the time to do it. But today was the day! As soon as you show up, you know this isn't your typical coffee shop. The outside of the place looks like it could be an Inn in the neighborhood (which who knows maybe it was at one point.) The vibe inside gives off quiet workspace/library, and definitely gives off the lobby of an Inn (think Gilmore Girls.) There was some people scattered around but I didn't take a deep look inside since I was just passing by. I ordered my ice vanilla latte. The first thing I remember realizing was that it wasn't very sweet. Which is not a bad thing, sometimes they can be made really sweet other times they can be not so sweet. This latte was in the middle. I could taste the creaminess from the oat milk too. I would definitely check this place out again and try out some of their other drinks that they offer. I would even like to stay in and work inside and see more of the environment inside.

Borough Coffee is in an absolutely gorgeous building -- previously a B&B. The various 1st floor…read morerooms have cozy seating scattered throughout, and it seems like it would be a fantastic place to work or study. Though most seats were filled when I visited, it was super quiet, like a library. I felt a little uncomfortable having a conversation, afraid of bothering others. I'm not sure if it's always that quiet or not. Street parking is somewhat limited, but there is a church with a parking lot just across the street. That said, I visited on Easter, so the church lot was full, but we were still able to find a spot to parallel park at the end of the street. They serve a decent variety of coffee and other drinks, but have a limited food/pastry menu. I got an iced lavender vanilla latte with oat milk, which is something I order at a lot of places. Sometimes, the lavender tastes so artificial it reminds me of eating soap -- I think certain brands of syrup taste better than others. That was not the case here. I don't know what brand they use, but it must be one of the better ones, because it tasted mild and delicious. Both lavender and vanilla came through. The espresso was smooth and not bitter. The ratios of everything were great as well -- not too much oat milk but not too little -- the perfect latte.

Visiting from out of town and so glad that I was recommended to drop by!…read more The interior is gorgeous and the way the morning sun just drenches this cafe makes for a peaceful start to the day. Will be coming back next time I'm in NC. Their seasonal lattes they have are superb in creativity. Fan favorite is the fireside latte with that smoked sea salt and caramel cold foam. I also enjoyed the honey nut cheerio drink with the sweet potato for something different.

This would be my first time here. It's a warmer day so the refreshing beverages (pictured) were…read morenice! Even as an avid tea drinker, I would return for the ambiance and spacious feel of the space. The staff had a pleasant aura and the beverages didn't take long to be served. Overall, looks like a cool solo spot to work or even catch a beverage with friends. There's even cool window seating available if you'd like to people watch while enjoying your refreshment

My husband and I were intrigued because we heard that Fig and Olive Cafe had traditional Turkish…read morecoffee. We hadn't had coffee this way since our Greece trip in 2019 so we went to see if it was legit. As soon as we walked in we were in awe of the dessert spread that you walk past to get to the counter. The cakes looked SO moist and delicious! There were so many tantalizing flavor combos, but what stopped me in my tracks were the New York Rolls. Think giant crispy stuffed croissants! I ordered the Pistachio Cream one and no lie, it was 6 inches across and 2.5-3 inches tall. They asked if I wanted it heated (umm yes) and it was AHMAZING.i also ordered the fig and honey latte while my husband ordered the Turkish coffee. So good and unique! In fact, our visit was so good that 8 days later I chose Fig and Olive Cafe as a hang out spot for friends and I to gather for brunch. We all got the other three flavors of the New York Roll (Chocolate Hazelnut, Fig and Honey, and Biscoff Cookie) and shared them. I got the Pistachio Crème iced coffee and it was also excellent! 10/10 recommend these pastries! We had the opportunity to sit at the cafe from 9am-12:30 and we sat in cozy leather couches and enjoyed ourselves quite nicely! Staff were friendly and helpful.

I've passed by this place so many times and never knew about it until a friend recommended it as…read moreher favorite coffee spot. The inside is spacious with plenty of seating. No frills and thrills, just some tables, chairs and a couple couches. Fine by me! The coffee speaks for itself. I opted for a hot pistachio cream latte. It was well balanced, not too sweet at all. I enjoyed the bites of pistachio topping. I did not try a pastry today but they all looked delicious. There was only one barista at 830am so it took a while to get my coffee. If you're in a rush this might not be a place you'd want to stop by on the way to work. But if you have time, it's worth the wait. I gave it 4 stars because the floor was very sticky when I visited. Not sure if someone spilled something or if it wasn't cleaned, but a couple of other patrons noticed the stickiness also.

Came with my family recently and immediately noticed the lack of air-conditioning. Pastries were…read moredelicious however we chose to eat at home. We were not comfortable eating in the heat.

I finally got to stop by here! I wanted just a little…read moresomething to kick that sweet tooth! Service is exceptional and it's a small place with a few tables out front as well. I decided on the mini tiramisu tart. YAASSSS!!! Perfect size, just enough! It love to get the larger one or a cannoli next time!

THE BEST COFFEE. Proves you don't need fancy syrups or foam art to make great coffee. I always…read moreorder a plain cup, black and it's somehow consistently the best in town - smooth, bold, but never bitter. The atmosphere is adorable. You'd never know something like this sits out off Church St. It's a hidden gem for unique gifts, native to our area. The epitome of supporting local. Ample parking in the back, family owned, and the service is always friendly. Love this place! It's worth a drive.

This is such a cool local business in Greensboro. I stopped by yesterday to pick up some goodies…read morefor a gift basket and this store did not fail me. There are so many unique local things you can purchase here. They had candy and coasters and T-shirts, and all sorts of goodies! It was very nostalgic and reminds me of Mast general store. You can also get a customized coffee drink while you're there! Definitely worth a visit. They even have a cute little patio area outside where you can sit and drink your drink.

I have been coming here since they first opened and I will continue to come forever! This place…read morecontinues to be the best!! They come out with new drinks often and switch up the menu for the seasons. The mango coco is my favorite, it's so refreshing and the perfect sweetness. The Oreo taiyaki is warm and soft with an Oreo on the inside. The staff always welcomes you as soon as you walk in and the service is quick. The inside is the cutest with anime themed decor, board games, cute picture spots, and comfy seating. Definitely recommend checking them out! Went back and got mango sago. It's mango mixed with ice cream and tapioca pearls at the bottom. Soooo refreshing and the tapioca is a nice texture and sweetness

My first impression of this place as I was getting out of the car was the owner coming outside to…read morejam a 2x4 under the door to prop it open. This tells me you're cheap. While 80 isn't all that hot for the South, it's gonna be hotter inside, especially with all the equipment giving off heat. And it was. Turn the AC on! Along with letting in the heat and road dust from the busy street only a few feet away, warmer weather also brings bugs. A place with lots of sweet stuff is gonna attract flies, bees, and wasps. And no AC is a shitty way to treat your employees. The next thing I noticed walking in was the excessively loud music. I had to raise my voice just to place my order! Again, not great for your employees to be assaulted by noise while trying to work and help customers. There were a few customers ahead of me but I still think 15 minutes is too long for a drink with 3 ingredients. There were 3 people working there. It was also not competitive in price with other places in Greensboro. There are a lot of other boba places to choose from. I will pick another one next time.

I was visiting Greensboro, and needed a spot to drink some coffee and do some writing on my laptop…read more A local search brought up this place, so I headed over. I had no idea about their mission, and I had no idea about the experience I was about to have. The kindness and the skill that the employees here brought to their jobs is worth both notice and appreciation. The quality of the coffee is great, and the atmosphere is like a family reunion. It truly is a community space. On my next trip out to Greensboro, this is where I'll be getting my coffee.

A client suggested A Special Blend and I'm so happy they did…read more Delicious latte aside, this is such a beautiful space. The lighting, the music, the way it's designed. Walking in from outside almost had a calming effect. Kudos to whoever was in charge of the ambiance. I kept it simple and got an iced Oatmilk latte with honey and vanilla. A little sweeter than I normally do but still great flavor. It's nice and light too. Some Oatmilk lattes can be in the heavy side, this wasn't. The staff was awesome. Someone opened the door for us. Multiple people greeted us. And Davis did a great job getting our order. I'll definitely be back soon.

After years of driving past Green Joes I finally tried it. I am glad I did it was a wonderful…read moreexperience! From the moment you walk in you are greeted with a great atmosphere and coffee selection. I choose a seasonal s'mores delight. What a delight it was! They also offer barista classes. I will for sure come back!

This is the closest true local cafe to home for me, which has me visiting it frequently to read,…read morewrite, study, etc. The space is large with plenty of seating. It's usually quiet enough to focus, though on a recent visit, somebody broke out the giant wooden connect four... The vibe is usually very relaxed and the owl motif proclaiming that you should "change the plan, but never the goal" really appealed to me. I usually get matcha lattes, but as I recall, their matcha comes pre-sweetened. Staff is always friendly and they recently put up some Christmas decor that helps hit that warm and cozy feel. In front they have lots of coffee and related items to buy and take home. And the location is great for access by walking to other shops and restaurants. I only wish they had longer hours, but maybe that's my own fault for working so late.