One of our favorite coffee spots in Charlotte. Highly recommend the iced caramel latte!

After stalking Roots Cafe Instagram page for a few weeks, i told myself i was going here one morning for breakfast and so i did. I have to say i was somewhat disappointed.My friends pretty much depend on me to find good places to eat different etc, so i suggested we try this place out. To my surprise they had a very limited menu. My friend didn't like her meal at all. My meal which was just a plain Jane bacon,egg,and cheese croissant i felt like it was just something i simply could have made at home. When you order your food you have to order when you first arrive and they give you a number and bring out to your table. No one ever came back and checked in on us asked if we were enjoying our food or anything. Unless they broaden their menu a little more i don't really see myself coming back here at all. The staff wasn't the friendliest either. read more

When I decided to plant my "roots" in Dilworth, this joint immediately spoke to me. Like a pine in the forest, my attachment to this place is evergreen. I have my friends convinced I'm surviving solely on the Iced Vanilla Lattes and the smiles from the staff. read more

If this is your first time here-order food at counter then the staff will find you a table. We did not know this or see the small sign at the counter due to all the people waiting in line. Only a few tables and maybe 6 seats at the counter inside. Food was good. Had salmon on English muffin, cheese grits, paulstrami wrap, and cold nitro coffee. read more

This is a pretty small cafe but the food was delicious. I had the breakfast burrito which had some roots hash, black beans and some aoli that gave it such great flavor when mixed together. I didn't have any coffee at the cafe but I did like the fact they they serve Enderly coffee. Overall, I think this is a quaint little place and I'd come back again. read more

Roots Cafe - Cauli gratin, breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I simply adore Roots Cafe! This is probably the most charming gem in South End. This was my second time visiting Roots Cafe. Here's a tip, if it's Sunday, make reservations ahead of time. This place gets packed around 11 AM - 12 PM. My first visit was on a Friday afternoon, fewer people. Either way, the staff here is VERY accommodating and nice. Honestly, I come here for the $4 Mimosas which are available daily! So awesome! There's a complimentary wine tasting on Thursdays from 6-8PM, I look forward to many girls nights here! read more

Roots Cafe - Mimosas available daily! - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I was very surprised when I walked in! I wasn't sure what I was going to eat when I walked in. The atmosphere is very green lots of plants!!! The cashier suggested the "breakfast sammie" I chose to have it with sausage and on a bagel and when I tell you it was tasty and delicious in one - absolutely yummy my mouth is still watering! They also had mimosas for $4.. can't beat that!! I had the peach and orange mimosa .. I will say they were heavy on the champagne but hey I'm not complaining. I definitely plan to come back! read more

Roots Cafe - I clearly was hungry and couldn't wait to dig in - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This is a cool little cafe. I stopped in with a girlfriend to grab a glass of wine and we shared a few apps. The place wasn't very busy and the service was okay. We shared a bottle of wine and order the roasted butternut and beets with feta, roasted brussel sprouts with cider glaze and bacon and cauliflower gratin. Hands down...my favorite dish was the cauliflower gratin. Seriously, this dish is a requirement when you visit. It's baked cauliflower in a cream sauce, with parmesan and a pinch of nutmeg. It is fantastic. The brussel sprouts were a close second. It's something about bacon that makes every dish tastes better. I'll have to come back and try their breakfast and dinner items but overall this place was a-ok! read more

Roots Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

When I first heard of Roots Cafe I was a little confused as to why Alex Haley had decided to open a restaurant. Once I got inside and didn't see Lavar Burton I realized I was mistaken. They also don't have Quest Love of Black Thought inside the venue. I came in here for a bit of breakfast on Saturday. They weren't very crowded and had a very laid back atmosphere. The menu for breakfast was pretty simple but very filling. They also had a lot of coffee options. If you're looking for a nice place to grab a light bite to eat and a latte this is the spot for you. I also asked for a side of toast and it was so big it might as well have been a loaf of bread! LOL I wasn't able to finish it but good to know you get your money's worth. The same way you'll get your money's worth if you go see Thor: Ragnarok. It's an excellent movie that really breaks the mold. In a time where it feels like so many things in America threaten to pull us apart Roots Cafe is tying to bring us back together. read more

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Quaint spot for quick mid-to-high-end American brunch and lunch. Meals range from health conscious to southern comfort food all with a focus on locally sourced ingredients! The small but modern space makes for an easy vibe, and it even has some outdoor seating options! Definitely check out their tea and coffee menu, or get a round of mimosas for the table. read more

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Took a friend here for breakfast. I like the ambiance and energy of this place. Quaint, quiet, and clean. Saw several people working remotely. Had the croissant. read more

Had the breakfast burrito. It was just okay. I didn't hate. I didn't love it. It's was just okay. If I were to go back I would try something else. Nice restaurant read more

Food reminds me of NYC and service done the southern way...what more could you ask for!

Food was delicious, coffee amazing, staff friendly, facilities clean. Indoor seating very cutesy, outdoor seating was clean and dog friendly! Great place will definitely come back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Jacob and I stopped in here for a light afternoon snack and we made a great choice. If you are looking for a light brunch or light lunch this place is great. I didn't give them 5 stars because I would have liked to see 1 or 2 more options for food, but the food we did order tasted great. At one point Jacob looked at me and said "wow I just found myself eating this as if I haven't had food in days". He had the vegetable hash entree and added sausage, I had a side of the vegetable hash. I am not a coffee drinker I have never liked the taste but I did get the coconut cold latte they have on draft and it was very tasty. Jacob got a shot of espresso and their beer-mosa, he said both were delicious. I'm not sure if this will become a regular spot for us because we typically don't go out for a small meals very often but it was very good. Also, the guy working behind the counter (I didn't catch his name) was very nice and really knew their product. Everyone that worked there had a friendly attitude which is always nice to see and sometimes hard to find in the service industry. read more

Roots Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Roots was great! The menu is farm to table and everything was delicious. I have only gone once, but look forward to going back, as I'm sure they are the type of place that will change the menu. They weren't busy and the decor was adorable. They also have free WiFi so if you need to get some emails out while you enjoy a nice lunch, that's definitely a perk. The barista on staff really knows her stuff too, so if you're a coffee snob this is the place for you too. I really enjoyed my experience here, and look forward to returning soon. read more

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Absolutely the cutest cafe!! The smoked salmon breakfast sandwich was so fresh and delicious. The americano with oat milk was also perfect. Will be back next time I'm in town! read more

Stopped in for a quick snack before my dentist appointment today. First time here. The atmosphere is lovely. My interactions with the staff were pleasant. Very friendly and they pushed out my order quickly. I had a vanilla latte and one of their muffins and the bill came to around eight dollars. Not too bad. Very happy to support small businesses. Definitely recommend read more

2nd visit and extremely disappointed. The service or the lack of. Visited in July and ordered the grit bowl. Fast ward the sample description is visible and the grit has an different ingredient. The demanor that was given from the employee was not in my favor as I'm a black woman. As a business owner myself I highly recommend avoiding this business. read more

Well this was a pleasant delight on my Saturday morning food adventure this week! Roots just opened this week, so my coworker and I decided we wanted to try it out since it was in our neck of the woods! They have a very limited menu, food wise, but I guess that's not a bad thing. They know what they're good at making and you don't have to waste time pondering over an extremely ridiculously large menu. My coworker went with the burrito. She said besides the plate being a little too compact (as it looked like the burrito was about to explode from the plate) it was good! Good flavor. The potatoes looked like they could have been cut up a bit more, but she didn't seem to have complaints. I went with the tortilla. I don't know that I've ever had a tortilla or knew exactly what it was, but I wasn't upset when it arrived! It was delicious, all of my favorite ingredients! It could've had a little more flavor, onion and peppers, but overall it was good and I would order it again (and recommend it). I also got a side of bacon... GET THE BACON!!! Perfectly crisp and delicious! The food was great and I was impressed for them being spot on, on opening weekend! Well done Roots. Lots of drink options - cooler of cold beverages, coffee, lattes, hot tea, mimosas and more! This is a cute little cafe that has a nice, cozy and intimate atmosphere. Like a said it's a small cafe so the seating is limited, but a nice mixture to choose from: regular tables, high top and a little bar (4 seats or so). I'm not sure the pricing on their limited breakfast menu will keep this place afloat (it's a bit pricey), but I have a feeling their $5wine/$16bottle selections during the evening hours will keep the happy hour crowd pleased and coming back time and time again! Can't wait to come back and check out the evening/wine scene! read more

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Roots is such a cute little cafe! I've only been for brunch, and always get the latkes. They have a great selection of coffee and espresso drinks, and is the perfect little cafe to grab a bite with a friend! read more

Roots Cafe - Potato latkes, breakfast burrito, and iced lattes - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Waited very long time for food that was paid ahead of time. Asked three people to check my order since I observed 6 people served and left before me on the patio. This was my first time eating here. The food was so so and staff were so so. I may try this place again but need to get past my aggravation first. read more

Food was beyond amazing. Met a friend for lunch I ordered the breakfast burrito with no chili aioli and a iced caramel latte. And she ordered the avocado toast. Everything was great until about 10 mins until they were closing. An employee let us know they were closing soon, but didn't go to the next table and let them know that. As a paying customer, felt that we were being rushed bc they were closing. That's the only thing bad I have to say. As a paying customer, we shouldn't be rushed to leave because you all are closing read more

I ordered a breakfast burrito and it was excellent. One of the best I have had. I appreciated that they had a vegan sausage option. The staff was friendly and my order was prepared quickly. read more

I like this spot!! Cool cafe vibe offering some healthy alternatives for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and coffee/tea. I had the steak and egg bowl and it was so good. It included a hash ( sweet potatoes, carrots and white potatoes), Barbacoa, and topped with an egg. It was seasoned well and very good! You order at the counter and then they bring you the food. It was quick and easy. They are a little pricy but the quality of ingredients makes it worth it. I recommend. read more

Do not recommend at all! If I could give zero stars I would since after sitting down, we were asked to leave before even getting to order - it was so confusing and there are better, more friendly options nearby. read more

hands down best grits i've ever had. i could eat these grits everyday for the rest of my life and die happy. and i am a self proclaimed grits connoisseur so this is saying a lot! read more

10/10 every time! The coffee is amazing and the vegan sausage is GREAT! Such a cute atmosphere to do work or catch up with friends and the staff is always so nice and down to earth, definitely a favorite of mine. read more

Roots Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

When I moved to Charlotte I was on the hunt for the coffee house with the best vibes and this one is great. I like their drink menu, the food menu leaves something to be desired. I'm looking to be Wow'ed when they expand I'm hoping their menu improves. The staff is so nice always and I like seeing the "regulars" or familiar faces too. read more

We got to the cafe at 2:10pm and it closes at 3pm. It was plenty of time to eat as the food came out very quickly! I' had the BLT and it was excellent! The bacon was crispy and crumbly. My wife and mother-in-law had vegetarian options and they looked so delicious that I an tempted to try one next time The staff is so personable and attentive! We sat outside and it was a prefect day to do so (minus the leaf blowing)! read more

Food was great. Coffee & Chai Latte were great as well and were surprisingly served in mugs that kept the drinks warm for quiet some time. That made the experience great. The only thing that affected having an exceptional experience was the ambiance and cramped resturant space. Service was of high standards. read more

My first visit... I liked it and will be back. I had the Pastrami Reuben, with a side salad. The pastrami was excellent, a mix of thick cuts and thin sliced, it had a great smoked bark, very tender, and tasted great. The bread was supposed to be a local rye, but what I received was wheat. It worked though! The sauerkraut was delicious. The salad was a nice mix of greens and vegetables in a very light dressing. read more

Roots Cafe - It's obvious once you see it... - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The food was pretty good, but the atmosphere was probably the best part! Very nice people and fast service! read more

Roots Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I ate there last week and had the Pastrami Reuben which was underwhelming from a pastrami perspective. The meat may have been diced and there wasn't much of it. I would recommend trying something else if you are a Reuben enthusiast. read more

Roots has good variety for groups! I thought the food was pretty decent, and there were good options for a vegetarian, a gluten-free eater, and a carnivore. Be sure to check what meals they are serving before you go! I did anticipate a lunch menu on Saturday at noon, but they were just serving breakfast/brunch. The food was still quite good, but I had been looking forward to trying their sandwiches! read more

Nice, not a wow. Good breakfast sandwiches. We had egg sausage on rye and egg sausage on sourdough. Dark roast coffee was good. Can't figure out why restaurants don't think spoons are necessary to stir coffee anymore! Ok, but wouldn't go back unless I lived next door. read more

Roots Cafe appealed to all my aesthetics ranging from the food to the decor to the food presentation. I ordered the iced vanilla latte and it was quite too light for me. I wish it had a stronger espresso and vanilla taste because the milk ratio was more prevalent. For lunch, I ordered the Farmer's Market Salad with Salmon. The salmon needed a lot more seasoning, it got a little bland as you ate on. The salad was super fresh and there were peach slices in there which I loved. I wish they had put a little more dressing in there because the entire salad just started to taste bland after awhile with the salmon. My friend had ordered a mimosa and I was pretty disappointed in the mimosa, it just wasn't that good. I wish they had breakfast and brunch items more often instead of just the weekend because it sounds and looks super good! read more

I don't want anyone else to find out how good this place is. Also, major kudos to the designer - I want to live here. Get the latkes, the quinoa salad, the breakfast tacos, the sandwich... or just anything on the menu. read more

I really miss the food truck, but the truck is no more so I occasionally venture over to southend to satisfy my Roots craving. This location is within a neighborhood so I'm sure they get lots of foot traffic, which I'm sure is good for business. They offer a limited menu that usually includes a breakfast burrito that sometimes changes pretty often. The roots hash that they served on the truck is usually offered on the weekend, and is along with the breakfast burrito my favorites. It doesn't matter which breakfast burrito they offer, it will be delicious, the only issue I had a few times was that when they decide to change it up and show the ingredients on the board they may forget an ingredient or two or give me something I didn't order. Also, they go back and forth when I ask for egg whites, sometimes it's no problem other times they say it's not an option....fine no problem, just be consistent. I have tried some of the breakfast specials as well and still no complaints with the food and the zucchini bread is good also, so for me 4 stars for the food less stars for consistency and service which was never an issue on the truck. read more

Roots Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

A well put together coffee cafe with a light atmosphere nestled in the Southend Drive residential area. Chorizo breakfast burrito was expertly crafted and delivered to my table in such a timely manner! The grilled bacon chicken handheld sandwich with a side salad was well made with crispy bacon, juicy chicken and a subtle aioli to complement the flavor and texture. A great experience however the water jugs don't have a lip and spill water everywhere when pouring. I confirmed with staff that the water carafe was indeed a water carafe, not a flower pot. The hot sauce tasted like spit 4/5 :) read more