I came in a few days ago with both kids before heading to the pool. We got a ham and cheese croissant, and a grilled cheese kids meal. The lady behind the counter was very helpful and kind. When my son said the lemonade wasn't sweet enough she added some more simple syrup to sweeten it. I got the pimento grilled cheese and dill potato salad. It was all delicious and I'm patiently waiting for a chance to go back. It was amazing. They've moved and merged with page 158 so it's a quaint little space and a book club was going on in the space. It quickly got busy. But definitely worth checking out. read more

The Lemon Tree - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Well this is just one of the best lunch spots in Wake Forest! Food is better than homemade and delicious and service is exceptional. Plus they're connected to the bookstore next door so you can browse before or after eating! What could be better!?! read more

I decided to try The Lemon Tree's new location in the expanded Page 158 bookstore. The location has a good size parking lot and very open inside with multiple tables and books to look at while you eat and chat. Ordering is done at the counter and they do have a grab and go section on the side. I thought the Harvest Salad sounded appealing not realizing it would not be made fresh and I had to take it from the grab and go refrigerator. I'm not sure when it was made and I likely should have ordered something else when I was told to get it out of the grab and go. Service has improved since my previous visit although nothing had to be brought out to me, the ordering and paying was friendly. The salad came in two sizes and I went with the larger one. Having similar salads elsewhere I was expecting more toppings than there was and would have liked more salad dressing and I don't use much. I wouldn't get a salad from Lemon Tree but I would return for other menu items as long as they aren't pre-made. read more

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A great experience! Great service, and an incredible deal. Lunch comes with two sides, a beverage and a dessert square. Love this place. So cute and charming. We will be back!! read more

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Stopped in for the knotty sheep and grabbed an enticing bite. Only purchased from the prepared case and I'll say the items were fresh and light but a tad bland for my taste. The lemon tree is inside a book store with a yarn store adjacent (in same space). This would make an excellent hang out, meet with friends/family and kill some time space. The service was great. It gets busy fast and they only have one register, but they take the time with each customer. read more

Omg! We had lunch today...delish! Italian Sammie and the turkey/havarti...you get 2 sides (yummy) along with drink (I had pineapple lemonade)...and a bit of brownie (Oreo chocolate)......lunch specials start at $11-15... You all need to try it out! And it is part of a book store! 5+ stars...and the staff..so nice and helpful! read more

Came here with my family for lunch and I'm so happy we did! It is a great place to relax and have some delicious food, coffee, and a sweet treat. There is also a book store with a fun selection of interesting titles. If you are exploring downtown Wake Forest, you should definitely stop by. read more

It's so easy to call The Lemon Tree charming, a gem, small town friendly - and all those things would be true. But let's talk taste - it's so good. I frequent many of the historic Wake Forest businesses but this was my first, very delayed, visit to Lemon Tree. As you walk in there's a nice open seating area that's shared with the Burger Shoppe. There are numerous lunch specials on a large chalkboard wall. I got two sliders with a choice of two sides. The pimento cheese slider was simple, gooey, crunchy deliciousness. The chicken enchilada slider sounds like something they'd serve at Chili's (no disrespect to Chili's) but it was also very good, simple with chicken tasting as described. My two sides were Italian orzo pasta and cucumber salad. The cucumber salad was refreshing, but on the bland side. The orzo was super tasty, with a little kick to it. They give you quite a generous portion for a side. They include choice of lemonade, iced tea or fruit infused water. All this was around $9.95. Great deal I think! The show stopper was the extremely adorable dessert bite included with the meal. A couple choices were lemon bar and cinnamon brownie. Since I was with my ever self sacrificing mother this day, I got to try both (thanks momma)! Oh wow...oh my goodness wow to both. Such amazing flavor, such perfection! They do sell the desserts in whole as well. They had just received a delivery of fresh rosemary bread from Breaking Bread in Louisburg and a got one. I can't wait to toast a slice! read more

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A good friend treated me to lunch here today and wow, what a great local place! I loved the simple, but very cheery decor and the two ladies working today were so very friendly (one was Heather). We ordered a salad (for my friend) and a petite for me. I chose the mushroom quiche with kale Parmesan salad and marinated tomatoes and cucumbers. The kale salad was so good! Tomato and cucumber salad was marinated but not in a sugary sweet dressing, which is how I used to make mine, but I appreciated their dressing. Onto the quiche, it was just pretty good, but I think next visit, I'll try something else. The service was great, staff was very friendly and checked on us - refilled my unsweetened tea three times! My friend, who's a regular, always orders the strawberry spinach salad and it did look so yummy. Will definitely come back again - love the casual vibe and always like to support a local business. Great job, Lemon Tree! read more

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My favorite part was the broccoli salad, surprisingly, sweet. Few gluten-free options, but what they had was delicious. read more

The Lemon Tree - Spinach and feta quiche - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Pretty good food. Its a diff. vibe with books you can pull off the shelf. You can go her alone or on a girly lunch date. Not sure its a man's type of place but I wouldn't hesitate to eat her with hubby. Its also pretty clean. I would only recommend that they have a menu that you can read before you get to the counter otherwise your holding up the line if your not a regular read more

Lemon Tree produces wonderful, homemade dishes. I often order their box lunches to go when I'm having friends over. Also, we have used Lemon Tree to cater lunches for 86 ladies at the Del Webb Manor in Wake Forest. Everyone raved! read more

Food was good but takes about 20 min if you order off the menu as they were prepping for big catering orders as I was told a few times. When asked for the wifi password while I waited for my lunch the staff said the password is not given out despite it listing that there is free Wi-Fi. Seems more like a catering business instead of a restaurant and you are restricted on time you can spend there also according to the many signs posted on the tables. read more

Relaxing and interesting location surrounded by books and craft supplies. Service was friendly and helpful. We had sandwiches and salads for lunch. Bought an entire quiche and breads for home. Food was fresh, healthy and fairly priced. Can't wait to return. read more

Great place for a quick bite for lunch! They always have a good selection of salads, cold plates, and sandwiches. I have never had a meal that I have not enjoyed here. Staff is always friendly and helpful with making reccomendations for new treats to try. Attached to the burger shop if you have children (or husbands) who are picky eaters read more

Awesome selection of food, even from the grab n go refrigerators! They offer meal preps to go as well for pre orders.

Simple and delicious food. The Lemin Tree is a wonderful spot for lunch. They have a variety of fresh salads, sandwiches, and soups. I have yet to have anything that was not delicious. The pimento cheese and chicken salad are extremely yummy. The people working there are helpful and friendly. They also will prepare your food to go! read more

The Lemon Tree - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Food is ok loved the deals they have where you get two sides, a drink and a dessert bite. Ordering lacks organization and please wear gloves when you portion out our sides! Confusing setup with a separate burger place inside, plus if you're looking to come here to eat healthy, you'll have to smell the greasy burgers your table neighbors are eating. Hard to be the quaint cafe with loads of merch is it? And stocking takes place wherever there's room contributing to clutter. read more

Fresh and tasty food, go to place when I need fast but healthy food. I especially appreciate the mini sweet included with a sandwich combo or entree. Staff are friendly and helpful. They also cater and make family meals to-go. read more

Loved this little gem. Simple and tasty menu of sliders, salads and sandwiches. For about $8, I opted for the roasted veggie quiche with 2 sides of coleslaw and pasta salad and a chocolate chip dessert bite. All you need to carry you through the day. Inviting interior and very pleasant service on a busy Saturday. As Ahhnold said, 'I'll be Bach.' read more

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I left this restaurant hungry for the second time. I should've learned the first time not to go back. They do not have gluten-free bread. Their main menu is sandwiches but I could not get a sandwich. I ordered broccoli salad, which was delicious and chili, which was not hardy at all. I could've also ordered chicken salad and there might've been potato salad but that's it. That's all I could eat at their restaurant. Some of us do not have celiac disease. Some of us are sensitive to gluten. Gluten causes sinus issues in many people. I'm one of them. It also causes arthritis flareups. But you do not care. Over the Falls has lots of GF options. Thank you Iver-the-Falls people. read more

I love this cafe in downtown Wake Forest! It's hard to spot bc it shares space with the Burger Shop and the counter is all the way in the back. When you first walk in, you may not know that it's even there. But once you get passed the cafeteria like setting and order your food, you'll be glad you did. I ordered the Sliders special which came with 2 sliders and two mini sides. I chose two turkey, apple, and havarti sliders with the arugula and strawberry salad and tomatoes roasted orzo. Delicious! The salad came with a poppy dressing that perfectly complimented the arugula and strawberries. The sliders came warm and toasty and the orzo was pasta perfection. I also loved the complimentary brownie! The prices are very reasonable for the food that you are served. The owner is friendly and service is great! I will definitely come here again. read more

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Had the pot pie which had absolutely no gravy it was bone dry. Catered a party of appetizers and the rolls were dry, mushrooms watery and dips tasteless. Very disappointed :( read more

Veggie Wrap means Chickpeas. Like a whole can. There were a few pieces of cucumber and some lettuce. It just wasn't what I was expecting. It would be super helpful if the online menu included a description of the ingredients so customers aren't disappointed. read more

The Lemon Tree - Veggie Wrap means Chickpeas. Like a whole can. - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I love The Lemon Tree! I live in New York, but I come to Raleigh several times a year to see family, and this place is always on my must-do list. They have so many special options that could meet your particular wants/needs for the day. Yesterday I got the two slider option with two pimiento cheese sliders on pretzel rolls, and it really hit the spot. As my two sides I got the berry salad, which was fresh and delicious, and the bean and corn salad, which had a little bit too much cilantro for my taste, but that's a personal thing. For dessert, I had a delicious toffee brownie bite that I had to use all of my willpower not to snarf in one breath. The two young people behind the counter ( a guy and a girl) were super-sweet and friendly. A rather... difficult... patron came in and gave them quite a hassle (not mean, just needy), and all they did was smile and apologize and tried to accommodate. I made point of watching them as she walked out, because I know I would have gone mental with my coworkers once she left (when I was their age, anyway), and all they did was smile and move on. So kudos to whoever was working 8/12/19 at around 2 or so! I'm leaving Raleigh on the 23rd, and I hope to get one more visit in before I leave! read more

Apparently shares a space with a burger joint that operates during alternate hours. Small menu but good food. Not kid friendly choices, more adult food. Sparse interior. Great location in downtown Wake Forest. read more

The Lemon Tree - Warm chicken spinach sandwich with chickpea cucumber salad side - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

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Fresh lighter fare of soups and salads you won't find elsewhere. Delicious little dessert bars too. Smiling faces serving healthier food options in a historic location. Always great service and overall experience. A favorite brunch or lunch spot. read more

I had their petite lunch special -Spinach & Feta Quiche and roasted Red pepper and tomato soup It came with lemonade and a dessert .Everything was perfectly seasoned and delicious. My new favorite place to eat . read more

The Lemon Tree - Red pepper soup and lemonade - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Think all lemons are tart? Think again! Stopped by to check out the newest retail store in DT WF this past weekend. I entered and was greeted by two friendly associates who were working to get some new merchandise up in the windows. I took my time to browse all of their merchandise and take it all in. This new store has a wide assortment of home decor items, jewelry, candles, lotions, purses, lamps, pottery, frames, and embroidery items. Everything was modern with a unique twist and I found the perfect gift for my baby sister's upcoming b-day. Their lamps are fantastic, and I have one I am seriously considering for my bedroom make-over. They say they will have a cafe in the spring that will have light food and drinks. Can't wait for that to roll into town! Cutest thing about it is that they have lemon drop candies at the register! Nice touch! This place is full of lemony goodness! Sweet! read more

The Lemon Tree - Outside of the lemon tree - Cafes Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Fabulous lunch. Great value for the meal. Highly recommend this restaurant. Heather was wonderful and made our dining experience special.

These guys have a lot of cool choices. It's a simple restaurant with some nice touches. The building is older than me and that's saying a lot!!! Sandwiches and salads, try it all. Service is fast, food is good; a perfect place to grab a quick lunch, enjoy yourself, and go on with your day. I'm a fan of their sliders. But the side salads are wonderful too. Frankly, I enjoy the place very much. read more

First of all, I love that it's located in the back of a little clothing boutique, so charming. I've had the Lemon Tree bookmarked for months and I wish I would've tried it much sooner because it's delicious! I tend to go a little overboard when I'm introduced to a new restaurant, I want to try everything! After grilling the poor girl working, I finally settled on the grilled spinach artichoke chicken sammy, sweet potato curry Apple soup, and dill potato salad for my entree with pomegranate iced tea. Then I had to have a taste of that famous lemon bar and the fresh brownies that just came out of the oven. Yummmm! They have a few tables for outdoor seating and about four inside. We sat inside at a table that had chalkboard paint on it. My daughter got a kick out of drawing on the table. They kindly provided us with some chalk. I loved it so much I'm going back tomorrow! read more

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food, service & ambiance is 10/10!! i love that it's now located within page158 books. it's like a little small business barnes&noble but so much better of course. read more

Great place for lunch. It has a nice se Leviton if salads, sandwiches, and soup. The portions are just the right size and taste great. Their menu seems to change frequently if not daily. read more

This is my absolute favorite lunch spot! Everything is amazing and fresh: the bread is homemade from a local company and always delivers. The chicken salad is on of my absolute favorite foods! Try the chicken salad on toasted bread with greens. It will not disappoint!! read more

The food was really good. I got the turkey, Brie and apple slider which was to die for. I wish I had ordered more than 1. Their salad was great and the Greek pasta was also tasteful. You can tell that everything is made from scratch and has their own twist to traditional restaurant type foods. I felt most everything was pretty healthy and left feeling satisfied (although still slightly hungry since their servings are small lol). Prices are a little bit on the higher end for lunch items. Cute place to dine with a friend or takeout read more

Thank you Lemon Tree for a very wonderful Moroccan Chickpea and cauliflower sandwich on focaccia bread. It was absolutely delicious. The kale salad and broccoli salad were also very good. I just wish the cheese were on the side for a more healthy alternative. read more

What a fun afternoon. Headed to Raliegh for a business function, but made the day extra special by shooting to Wake Forest for lunch with my youngest daughter! She works 5 minutes away so this was the perfect meeting spot! So cute, so many choices! I decided on the "salad trio"- I selected their chicken salad; Mediterranean Tortellini salad, and tomato pesto orzo salad. It came with tea and choice of a brownie or lemon square! It was all delish. My daughter got a chicken salad wrap, chips and a lemonade. All for less than $20! Cuteness, taste and value... we will be back! read more

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The sides are alllllways on point! The dessert bites are good too -- the lemon bar was a personal fave. The sandwiches aren't anything super-inventive, but delicious nonetheless. This is my 3rd time back and I've been impressed every time. read more

How do I love The Lemon Tree? Let me count the ways... 1. They sell unique gifts that you will not find anywhere else. I have shopped at LT for almost every event (wedding, birthday, graduation, etc) over the last year and the recipients have not been disappointed. 2. Brooke, the owner, does monogramming/embroidery. I have purchased items from her or brought items in for her to monogram. I have not found anyone who does as great of a job, has a quick turnaround time, and is more affordable! Who doesn't love gifts that are personalized?! 3. The LT also has a cafe!!! This cafe is one of the best things to hit WF since I have lived here over the last 6 years. The cafe has homemade strawberry lemonade or mint (depending on the day) and has scrumptious bites such as chicken salad, orzo pasta salads, wraps... my fave: Turkey & Provolone w/Raspberry Honey Mustard on Rosemary Focaccia Bread and their Roasted Red Pepper hummus. YUM YUM!!! 4. The LT is in a building that is 100 years old with noisy hardwood floors and beadboard ceiling.... that's what makes it so charming! 5. The owner, Brooke, takes pride in downtown Wake Forest. She often puts together events that will promote downtown such as the Snowball Crawl in the winter and the upcoming, Midsummer Night Stroll- both of which allow folks to form teams and register to stroll downtown shops with private shopping times for participating businesses and ending at the Twisted Vine where each team can win prizes! Fun times!! read more