New favorite spot in Charlotte! I wish they'd open another location closer to uptown. Always so good.

One of my favorite healthy, clean-eating restaurants! Delicious food, super nice owner and staff! I could eat here every day. So many good food options. Love this place, but I overspend every time. read more

The Lights Cafe - The Lights Acai Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place is fantastic. It's an adorable cafe that you don't want to miss. You feel like you're stepping into a little European cafe. They have a ton of gluten free options for each meal type including açaí bowls, baked goods, savory bowls, waffles, and so much more. The coffee and drink options are also super expansive so you don't want to miss out. To top it off, the service is amazing and welcoming. Can't wait to go back. read more

Went here with my daughter knowing nothing about the place. Looked and felt expensive, paid 40.00 for two of us. She had a smoothie bowl and latte I had frittata and capuccino. Now for the good part, food was delicious, coffees were real straight from Europe hand crafted goodness. The smoothie really was on another level and the frittata was generously sized with fresh vegetables. The baked goods looked fresh and tempting, will have to come back. I was pleasantly surprised to know everything was organic, and am willing to pay when a restaurant delivers! read more

The Lights Cafe - Sister steph smoothie Sister Steph Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I am sitting in my car, feeling compelled to write a review, soon after leaving The Lights, because I am blown away by how good that sandwich was that I just ate. I had never been to this little café before, but I can't wait to return to try everything else on their menu. The bread on the Hummingbird Sandwich alone was incredible. I've never tasted a hummus/avocado combination like this this before. Just so fresh and delicious. read more

Brunch with a friend today found this hidden treasure Fresh, organic and locally grown produce and they make their own almond milk, butter, sauces and pastries renovated inside, new signage going up, now you can dine in, added a food menu with several Healthy options! read more

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Perfect place for a healthy bite. The food was really tasty. The inside vibe it's peaceful and our server was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. read more

The Lights Cafe - Buckwheat pancake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I love this place. Gluten free and dairy free options. Food is amazing! But it's a little pricey. Highly recommend!

Amazing smoothies. Friendly staff. GF muffins. The only place I've ever seen people eating salads for breakfast!! WiFi password available.

Delightful little spot. We ordered brunch and the guacamole toast was the highlight. We will add The Lights Cage to our regular rotation as it's a nice place with friendly service. read more

We read the reviews for this location and was excited to try it. The food was precooked and just warmed up and the portions very small. It was $40.00 for two and all we had to drink was an orange juice and plain coffee. My husband ordered the waffle which also precooked and I ordered the frittata also precooked. The portion was tiny frittata was the size of a very small piece of pie and included nothing else. The waffle included 3 berries and a very small fig and it was about 4 inches in diameter. The coffee arrived just as we were leaving of which I would have enjoyed more if I had it at the beginning. Very disappointed in this place and it's a one and done for us. read more

We absolutely love this place! It was our first time checking it out, and it was such a wonderful experience. We were immediately greeted by the friendliest owner, and recommended some delicious bowls for our family. Everything was so fresh, colorful, and tasty! My little girls shared The Lights Açaí which was devoured. I had a Pinky Promise which was delicious and also very colorful! My husband had a Moonrise Kingdom which was amazing. Our kids loved it, too! The juice is also really yummy. The vibe and set up of the place was very positive and fresh! The service was outstanding, and we were very well taken care of. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Very good food, we tried the açaí bowls and also the breakfast sandwich. Service was very slow but that could be because most restaurants are short staffed these days :( our waitress was really nice though! Would definitely come back when in Charlotte. read more

I just loved this place for many reasons. It was crisp and clean which I would expect nothing less considering the type of food served. The service was lovely and the two ladies helping us were so passionate about the food and drinks offered. What an awesome menu! I love the fact that you can get a smoothie, acai bowl, toast, sandwich or a more hearty grain bowl...OR a coffee drink! Everything is made in house...even the almond milk they use. They have unique combinations and excellent boost choices for the juices and smoothies. I tried the avacado toast and it was delicious. I also had the matcha tea with almond milk and it was scrumptious! I really enjoyed it!! This is better than some of the other raw juice bars in the area. I found them to be priced well, offering great variety and an overall wonderful experience. I highly recommend. I wish they were closer to me! read more

This cafe is very pretty and the atmosphere is really nice!! One complaint I had about the setup was that the tables were too close and in weird positions so I just felt a little cramped and uncomfortable. The food came out after around 15 minutes which I thought was quite long for 2 açaí bowls but there was a lot of people. My sister really liked her bowl but I don't know why, but mine made me feel sick after a while however it might be bc I'm not used to all the fancy bacteria in mine. It wasn't bad, it was really good at first actually but it was just too much for me, my sisters was really good tho. read more

The Lights Cafe - Pinky Promise Sister Steph - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Coffee is great Avocado toast portions too small but good Açaí bowls great Juices great read more

What an amazing place! The staff are so very helpful, knowledgeable and nice. The smoothie bowls are superb and really filling. Their coffee is the best around, hands down! They make their own almond and coconut milk, too. You really can't go wrong with this place. read more

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Excellent food! Amazing service. Staff incredible! Can't get enough of this place. *also* many items on the menu are Daniel Fast approved read more

Great place! Menu is posted outside too and anyone not eating was wearing a mask. Staff was all wearing masks properly too. read more

The Lights Cafe - Dr. Bruce Banner Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place is super cool! The decorations and interior decor is very neat and fun. However, the prices here are absolutely ABSURD. I got a 12oz smoothie for I think $9. Absolutely ridiculous. I can hands down say it was the stupidest money I've ever spent. Just go to Jamba Juice or smoothie king. It tastes better and you won't hate yourself after spending the money for your smoothie read more

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The place was busy. Waited for 5 min at the counter while two employees ignored me (we were only 3 ft away from them), and literally looking past us. At least acknowledge us and say that you'll be with us in a few minutes. After getting your attention by literally waving my hands in front of your face you said you were too busy to welcome us in. Really? Honestly, we would've waited even longer had you just acknowledged our presence and said that you'd be right with us. We understand that times are still challenging since Covid esp in the hospitality industry. We need you AND you need us. We all deserve to be seen and acknowledged. read more

The Lights Juicery & Cafe is one of the most fantastic establishments I've ever had the privilege of eating at. The business owner (Eloy) is a master of his craft, every item on the menu has been deliberately executed to perfection. read more

Great place for vegan options. Almost everything on their menu is vegan. They also have great coffee. I believe it was Counter Culture. I also had avocado toast that was very good! read more

Came here with my wife a few weeks ago... this place truly deserves a 5 star rating! Excellent, healthy food. Friendly and prompt service and a smooth ambiance that felt extremely comfortable. read more

This place is so so cute. Super close to my church (Elevation) this is a great place to get some work done. The orange blossom tea is very good, I got it iced since it's the summer. The workers are so kind and pay very close attention to your orders and questions. This is a great place to meet up with a friend. Also, the art and music are A1. read more

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It is a nice place to try vegan or gluten free options. The staff was kind and good-humored. We were happy with their food and service.

Absolutely delicious! So helpful and informative about all their produce. I got the Thank You Berry Much smoothie and Avocado Arugula.... YUM! read more

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Great place for a healthy breakfast with a friendly crew and great atmosphere. Highly recommend!

I had previously written that I didn't notice the staff was unhappy in response to a couple reviews that stated "they need to change their pricing and their friendliness." Well the staff that made my smoothie were friendly but now I got to see how hypocritical the owner or manager is on a reply me stating that the smoothies are delicious and I am wrong for not liking it. Funny - I thought that everyone has their own opinion and taste - and I am reviewing my experience and not theirs. The smoothie did not taste good and cost more than a meal. The last part of the response is the entertaining part of a wishful intellectual who shows what a hypocrite is as they sign off with "Peace to the lovers" only after telling me to piss off. The "Lights and beauty you create through your food " might be making you angry. Perhaps if you switched to non-organic labeled foods and used your savings to take a vacation you would be more relaxed. As long as you are smart about what you buy, you can still be healthy. Organic was created as a marketing term - you wouldn't drink methyl alcohol but it's organic. Perhaps if I would have stated I would be better off going to Panera for a smoothie you would have made you feel less insecure? Now let me explain....According to ASAP science Organic Labels are 'a little bit misleading. Many consumers imagine that organic farms don't use pesticide. 'But organic farmers can still use pesticide, they just can't be synthetically made - and some natural pesticides are a more serious health and environmental risk than synthetic ones. Natural doesn't always mean better. Previous reports have highlighted the risks of toxic copper sulfate - used by some organic vegetable growers. There's also little evidence that organic food is actually better for you - although it's often up to 47% more expensive, according to Consumer Reports. A 2012 Stanford study analysed 237 previous studies of organic foods and found that most here, 'no more nutritious than conventionally grown foods' 'There isn't much difference between organic and conventional foods, if you're an adult and making a decision based solely on your health," said Stanford's Dena Bravata. Organic foods are also more likely to give you food poisoning, according to ASAP science - up to 10% had traces of food poisoning bacteria E Coli. 'Organic food has a higher incidence of product recalls. On average 1% of food products are recalled - but 7% of organic products.' Peace to the lovers - I'll happily piss off back to science based facts vs aimless feel good hope! read more

I always love everything I get from here. The menu is well thought out with lots of delicious and healthy options to choose from. The customer service is great as well, the owner is friendly and helpful. The Lord of the Fireflies grain bowl is a favorite. The grain bowls are all unique and are a reasonable amount of food for the price, plus they are packed with nutrients. They have added some new options to the menu recently as well that all sound fantastic. I definitely recommend this place! It always surprises me to see people complain about the price of something when they know how much it's going to be before they order it - I mean, the prices are on the menu. Especially at a place like this where you have to take into consideration that they use high quality and fresh ingredients, many of which I've noticed are organic and/or homemade. I'm very familiar with plant-based cooking, so I know that the ingredient and labor costs of making homemade nut-based cheeses, dressings, and "milks" are pretty high. This kind of quality typically costs a little more but is well worth the price. read more

Great ambience and food. Little on the pricey side thought but guess worth it given the fresh and locally sourced ingredients

This is a great option for local Juicery plus healthy vegetarian fare the avocado toast is delicious although slightly overpriced considering they only give you one small slice of toast for between $4-6 depending on which one you choose. Still, worth every penny considering taste and composition! The nutbutter and banana toast was also surprisingly delicious!!!! Coffee is decent and they have nutmilks for them. I only didn't give it 5 stars based on high and small portions but that's only to be fair, a place I will continue to frequent ! read more

The best avocado in town!!!!!! Amazing costumer service! My new place so excited I found it read more

The Lights Cafe - Best avocado in town! avocado toast with greens, add onion. Perfection! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Just went for the 1st time and I was highly impressed!! Overall ambiance was very chill and trendy! I ordered the avocado toast and an iced almond milk latte... my total was $11 which is pretty standard for that specific order! Their almond milk is house made and I could definitely tell. It was delicious! Can't wait to go back! read more

The Lights Cafe - Classic avocado toast and an iced almond milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great little cafe with no line or wait on a Sunday. The service was efficient and quick. The food was delicious.

I get the Lights acai bowl and it's one the best acai bowls I've ever had! The fruit is fresh and the granola and cacao nibs on top go perfectly. The interior is very cute and trendy for pictures which is an added bonus! read more

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Love love love! If you want healthy and clean eating this is your place. The owners are super friendly, and very helpful with choosing a dish. I love the moonrise kingdom and mint tea. Go check them out for a nourishing and hearty meal. read more

The best owners and QUALITY (a good portions too) health food. This cafe is great for breakfast and lunch and has a working atmosphere too if you choose to do work. Seating inside and out. Vegan and vegetarian options are abundant read more

The Lights Cafe - The Stars Acai Bowl and coco cashew latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I ordered takeout for lunch and it was great! I ordered the thank you berry much smoothie which was flavorful and refreshing (did have some chunks of banana) but was delicious. The avocado toast was great as well! read more

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Literally one of my favorite places to eat in Ballantyne ! There Açaí bowls are phenomenal, the avacado toast is delicious and my favorite smoothie is the Bruce Banner read more