I was headed to lunch nearby at Uncle Maddio's (delicious btw) and was in need of coffee…read more There's plenty of parking in the nearby parking lot. Waterbean is spacious, they have indoor seating as well as covered outdoor seating. I was waited on immediately and asked the barista for his suggestion. He suggested the Bro-stachio Latte (brown sugar & pistachio). I received it within minutes. It was absolutely delicious. Every sip made me happy. I was just getting a cup to go, but it's an awesome place to stay for a while. The ambiance is perfect.

Great place for poetry night every month. Great atmosphere!…read moreI would highly recommend this place for teams to get together.

My drink and food were phenomenal!! I was greeted by the kindest workers, Angela, Sophie, Olivia,…read moreand Raymond, who elevated my experience. The environment was incredible, and I will absolutely be coming here again. Angela, Sophie, Olivia, and Raymond engaged in conversation with me, and brightened my afternoon.

Love this shop! Food is delicious! I love their classic Korean corn dog and their fries!!Their…read morebrown sugar boba tea is delicious. Love the aesthetic and ambiance. Love supporting small businesses! And it's always fun when they do the k-pop pop up events!

For my money, the best Hot Mocha is at any Caribou Coffee! They actually steam chocolate morsels…read more(those are better than chips, FYI) and add to the milk and the coffee and finally, in the cup. It's so creamy and luscious! They also put a chocolate covered roasted espresso bean (CCREB) on the little indention on the lid in case you need MORE coffee and chocolate! (and who doesn't). This location seemed new. It had a front entrance but at this location, most people enter in the rear. That's where the parking lot is located. The rear entrance is smaller and harder to see as it's a narrow corridor to get in. It gets lost with the other entrances and stairs. Once inside, it's easy to walk to the front to order or pick up your mobile order. They have some comfy looking seating and there were a bunch of others working and meeting there. All I get at this chain is hot mochas, so I can't comment on anything else. But I'd imagine the other stuff is good.

Loved the vibes at Caribou Coffee! It was so clean inside and plenty of seating for friends hanging…read moreout, but also space for those who need to get work done! They had plenty of drink and food choices. I got the Iced Honey Lavender Latte and it was soooo good! The sweetness and the lavender flavor was definitely just the right amount and meshed well together. The coffee flavor was a bit underwhelming, but I would recommend getting this drink if you are a Lavender person. I will be coming back before my vacation ends in North Carolina!

I recently tried the Banana Matcha drink at Starbucks, and it was such a pleasant surprise! The…read morecombination of smooth, earthy matcha with the natural sweetness of banana created a perfectly balanced and refreshing flavor. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really appreciated, and the texture was creamy and satisfying. This location isn't very consistent but the drink is good.

Reliable drinks. Service was rough on the day after thanksgiving People were lines up out the…read moredoor and the line didn't move The could have used more staff to accommodate a busy shopping area on a busy shopping day. Service was slow. Nice ambiance

Friends and I stopped in for a coffee on our Sunday walk. It was my first visit and it was lovely…read more The staff (Mark, Isabella, Parker) were so incredibly friendly & told us lots about how Kunu opened up. They answered our questions about decor and flavors. I appreciated hearing that they're creating their own syrups. The lavender was yummy. Will definitely make this a stop on every Lake Norman trip!

It was okay. Very friendly service and was warmly greeted…read more Menu is smaller & limited. Price for an iced latte is almost $8..yikes! Lacked a little flavor for me (considering I ordered one of their seasonal flavors and typically those are stronger in flavor) all I tasted was milk :(

Wonderful place to grab breakfast! This morning I had my first experience at Cocotte. Our order was…read morethe Saint Germaine sandwich, the breakfast croissant, and two drip coffees. The sandwich was spectacular on a wonderful crusty baguette. It wasn't heated up and made fresh about two hours before I came in most likely, so it wasn't soggy as others mentioned. It was wonderful. The flavor was very savory. My grandmother was very pleased with her breakfast sandwich! Big, flaky croissant with fluffy eggs! The coffee was not weak and I enjoyed it. Creamer was offered as a self-serve from a pitcher. It certainly felt better than opening 9 creamer cups between two people. Free water was offered at the end of the line, too. So, no waiting for a refill. I also got two pastries to go-- both were spectacular. Sweet in a savory and memorable way, rather than being over-the-top and masking fake-y ingredients with sugar like many places do. The bakers do a wonderful job. Despite the crowd and line, the employees moved quickly and kindly. Pleasantries were still exchanged and things made-to-order were out in a timely manner. The people here work very hard. It's a hectic job but they do it well and they do it without sacrificing small niceties or helpfulness. The interior was nice, too. Tables were kept clean and there was a nice area for little ones to occupy themselves while parents enjoyed their drink and meal. Books, some plushies, and pretend-play toys were there. No tablets or items that could make them hyper. I very much enjoyed my experience after a hard night and morning. Thank you to everyone that works at Cocotte for showing up and staying kind. With tip, for two people you can expect to spend around $35. Not a terrible price for a great brunch experience with great environment + people. I recommend 100%. Though, maybe come early in the morning while everything is fresh. Others have different experiences late in the day it sounds like.

Lovely vibrant French bakery Iin Cornelius. They have a good sized menu with a variety of…read moresandwiches, quiche etc. They have a large amount of different pastries in their case. I actually went in to buy a Napoleon but there weren't any. I was told they don't make them all the time. I purchased a chocolate eclair instead. Very fresh and quite large. I'd like to try the food next time I visit. Everything looked delicious from other customers in the cafe.

I highly recommend it because is a taste of heaven!! I am very picky with my coffee and risk was…read morespectacular!!

Stumbled upon mon macaron while in Birkdale Village. It's a great little shop, along the green in…read morethe middle of Birkdale. They have a variety of coffee and teas to choose from, as well as macarons! I stopped for coffee, but will definitely be back to try some macarons! The service was great and quick. And the coffee is super good! I opted for the white mocha latte and it was amazing! Not bad on prices either. Give mon macaron a try if you're in Birkdale!

It's more of a 4.5 rating but overall a great experience. They use Night swim coffee, which is a…read morebig plus for me, I like their coffee. They use a mix of Torani and 1883 syrups with creative combinations for specials. I would prefer homemade syrups but still good. I like the vibe, it is quaint and cozy. A big plus is the barista she was so nice!! I would come back

It's an immediate YES to this place! Not far from my office and located in the historic part of…read moreCornelius. I was cheerfully greeted by Kat. She instantly made me feel welcomed. Some businesses you walk into and they act like they're annoyed to see you. I asked her for recommendations and she recommended the eggnog latte. It was warm, sweet and delicious. But back to Kat. This lady is so friendly. She wanted to make sure that my drink was made right, she offered to add more syrup. She offered me a topper. She offered me water. So accommodating! 10 out of 10. She told me she has aspirations to own her own coffee shop one day. Initially, I thought she was the owner. Here's to you Kat! I know one day you will accomplish that goal. This is also a chill spot to hang out in and maybe get some work done. I may check it out on another day when I have a break between clients. I definitely will be returning to the spot.

My Post-Daycare Coffee Ritual…read more Summit Coffee has become my go-to spot for a morning coffee after I drop my son off at daycare. The vibe is friendly, relaxed, and everyone behind the bar has been consistently great. One moment really sold me on this place: I accidentally placed a to-go order to the wrong Summit location. Totally my fault. They didn't make it a thing at all--just made my drink on the spot and didn't charge me again. That kind of customer service sticks with you. My usual is a decaf Americano. Simple order, but they nail it every time. You still get that nice richness and "oiliness" you want from good coffee, and you can tell they're using fresh beans. They also recently added a breakfast sandwich that is ridiculously good. Definitely on the decadent side--not an everyday thing--but perfect to split with someone if you're watching calories, or to fully lean into if you're in cheat-meal mode. Overall, it's turned into part of my morning routine, and I'm really glad it's in the neighborhood.

Delicious coffee, friendly service, inviting atmosphere! Limited selection of bakery goods ( at…read moreleast when I was there- Fri am at 8:30). They have premade bacon egg cheese biscuits- heated in a toaster oven. Really good. Recommend

This is a little boutique shop (it auto-corrected to 'little booty shop' but I fixed it. Anyway,…read moreit's in the middle section (where the grass is) in Birkdale Village. But it's also at the end of the strip of shops and near the movie theater, which makes me come to a realization... You get five tiny donuts for $5 (and then they ask for tip on screen and since service was good I obliged) so you could sneak five tiny donuts into the movies and save money on movie snacks and popcorn but the donuts would be gone very quickly and popcorn lasts longer. You probably want the popcorn. Another thing about these donuts is that they are owned by the same guy that owns them at the state fair--not the donuts themselves but the donut booths. And they do taste like state fair donuts. If you're at the state fair, they're sensational. If you're at Birkdale Village, they're small sugary donuts in a really nice-looking trailer. The donuts might also be nostalgic for you as they were for me. My friend in junior high landed a date he had a crush on for two years. The date was at the state fair. I know for a fact they went on the Ferris Wheel and when it stopped at the top, the girl panicked and demanded they rotated the wheel so she could get off the freaking thing. This wish was granted, and that friend ditched her forever. It's also possible that he ate a donut.

Cute concept and super cute place! The service was great! I came here on opening day and there was…read moreno line. I ordered 2 half dozen donuts and got an assortment of them. They came out nice and warm. My favorite was the cinnamon sugar one. I wasn't a fan of the apple cider because it had a fake apple taste. The chocolate one was too bitter I think because they dusted it in cocoa powder. Overall, the donuts were nothing special and they were very overpriced. For tiny bite sized donuts they were 6 for $5. I probably wouldn't get them again.