Stopped by Pine State Coffee over the weekend as there are so many coffee shops I've been wanting…read moreto try around the triangle area. When you arrive there is parking available out front and also in the gravel lot behind the coffee shop. When you walk in you'll be transported to a woodsy feel, community driven coffee shop. To order you'll walk up to the counter to place your order. I ordered the 16 oz peach latte which just a heads up that the 16 oz has 4 shots of espresso in it. Since it was peach season I had to try their freshly made peach syrup. The latte was good and the beans were a bit more on the acidic side which I enjoy. You may want to stir the latte a bit as there was a bit of syrup at the bottom of the cup. Definitely check this place out if you are in the Mordecai neighborhood in Raleigh and are looking for good coffee.

Part of the Coffee Passport. Great vibes! Tons of things to look at around the shop. Very chill…read moreshop.

This place knows how to do coffee! My friend ordered me a hot cinnamon roll latte and my little one…read morean iced one as she loves her coffee like mommy ! Coffee flavor is bold and was definitely the star of both drinks - not too sweet! And the service was friendly and welcoming! Will be coming back and highly recommend as we will be visiting NC a lot more this fall !

Stopped by 321 coffee during an event and I'm so glad we finally tried it. When you arrive there is…read moreparking available on the street or a nearby garage. Walking up you'll find the entrance to the coffee shop off of Hillsborough street in between the office plaza. Walking in there isn't any seating outside as this location seems to be primarily for the office buildings around it. If you are looking for a table there is seating available outside. Walking in the coffee shop feels bright, open, and welcoming. To order you'll proceed to the counter and place your order. When it's ready the barista will call your name. I ordered the Lenovo Special Latte (Iced latte with our signature dark roast espresso, whole milk, and cookie butter flavor) since they were hosting the event. The coffee was well balanced and the cookie butter flavor was a nice touch. I definitely recommend checking out 321 coffee if you are in the Downtown Raleigh area.

I go here for the tea. They use loose tea, so no plastic or nylon tea bags that dump microplastics…read moreinto your tea to worry about. The food and baked items are all excellent. The staff is friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is cozy (Gezellige in Dutch). I highly recommend this establishment.

Smooth Joe is my go-to for a caffeine pick-me-up! And I'm lucky that it is in my neighborhood. Upon…read moreentering, you are greeted with a smile from the owner who always takes your order with care. It is the perfect space for co-working, a coffee date or basking in the sun on their patio. Highly recommend their lattes or croissant breakfast sandwich!

I was visiting from AZ and during my week stay came to The Creative Cup 3 times. I ordered their…read moreiced Pumpkin Macchiato each time and just couldn't get enough. I adore the cozy vibe in there and the fact that you can design your own coffee sleeves to leave for others or yourself. What a fun creative idea! I know it's a little odd but the bathroom art also had me so excited! Super cute. Can't wait to come back!

I have a knack for finding local coffee shops, and trying their iced chai. On a 3 hour drive I…read morestopped at the Creative Cup. I was really pleased with my drink, it had a nice level of spice to it without becoming overpowering. The atmosphere is charming, local, and welcoming. The cashier was incredibly shy, but that's forgivable.

Had such a good experience today! It was my first time there and I wasn't sure what to get. Staff…read morewas nice and the young lady with colorful braids helped me figure out everything I needed! Coffee was delicious as we'll definitely spinning back :)

What a nice place. At first walk in it is so welcoming. The place is clean and nice and cool. It…read morehas the right amount of color. I sat in a chair in front of a fireplace (off of course) with my cold Match Latte. It had a little vanilla in it and I had mine with oat milk. There's enough seats for singles, couples or groups. The bathrooms are clean without a code! The staff was so patient and nice trying to explain all they have. I'm not sure how they keep it all straight. A man, who seemed to be a manager, was especially nice and started a friendly conversation. What a nice warm (despite the cool AC!) place to come to and spend some time. Biggbys is easy to see and has a drive up. I'll be back.

Excellent service & my iced tuxedo mocha is delicious! Baristas alwere friendly & made great coffee.read more

This is def a hidden gem! I'm a supporter of Joe Van Gogh and have been to most of the locations…read moreand when I found that this one was in my neighborhood, I was psyched! This location is connected to a medical office/building and has plenty of free parking. There's a few tables and chairs for outside seating and a more open concept for indoor seating including bar stools. This is a great location for quiet remote work. I've yet to see much socializing at this location but others definitely have that vibe. I love how they have various seasonal offerings each month. The syrups are homemade and not overly sweet. And they offer several nondairy options including macadamia milk. Service is always friendly and prompt. Definitely a part of my regular rotation.

I met someone for a business appointment and Java Jive Coffee and Tea was his choice of location. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised what a wonderful coffee shop this was. Their entrance led into a small but charming shop displaying local art treasures. Even though small, they made good use of the space with tables of varying sizes to accommodate single customers or small groups. The service was excellent and included bringing my order to me personally. I ordered a latte with almond milk and found the coffee base had an excellent flavor. The shop is close to local businesses but tucked in with smaller shops. There was plenty of parking which is a plus. I'll definitely go back the next time I'm in the area and try one of their food offerings.

Tried the matcha latte with coconut milk this time and loved it. They told me the matcha itself is…read moreunsweetened and the sugar is added based on your preference, which I really appreciated. The flavor turned out perfect. The ambience is cute, and they also have outdoor seating, which makes it a nice spot to hang out.

Came here with my daughter on a Saturday morning. We got there around 9ish and it was packed. There…read morewere barely any seats inside, and because it was a chilly morning and the patio was still a little wet, not many people were sitting outside. On a nicer day you can sit outside if you prefer. My daughter ordered the waffle with Nutella, and since she wanted syrup, we added the cinnamon glaze. She really enjoyed it. I do wish they had whipped cream as an option because I feel like waffles and whipped cream just go together, but that's honestly a small thing. I ordered the avocado toast with the fried egg on top and also the house-made granola. I did not realize the granola serving was going to be so big, so I definitely over-ordered, but no regrets because everything was so good. The avocado toast was delicious. The bread was soft, fresh, and filling, and the whole thing was just really satisfying. I ended up taking the granola to go, and later that day when I ate it, I was like wow... it was still amazing. Honestly one of the best granola and yogurt bowls I've had. So good. I also got an almond latte. Nothing overly fancy, just a solid latte done well. Staff were friendly and patient, especially with my daughter wanting to order. That always means a lot. Another plus: plenty of parking, and they have two single-stall bathrooms, which is helpful. I also really like the Lafayette Village area in general. After you eat, you can walk around, hang out, and enjoy the area a bit. So it can be a quick coffee stop, or you can make a little outing out of it. Definitely worth checking out.

Came here on a Saturday around 1 pm. Wanted breakfast food later in the day than most places offer…read more They were highly rated online so I decided to give me a shot. They are located in a VERY BUSY shopping center. Lots of folks sticking around to hang outdoors in the area. Thankfully I found parking in the lot downstairs in a parking garage with a short walk over. The line was long but moved fast. It was cold and sorta dark inside and crowded compared to it being nice outside, so I chose to sit outside. The courtyard side was packed, so I sat on the parking lot side. Not the best view, but got the job done. They were still serving biscuits, but were no longer serving the oatmeal which was a disappointment. I got the yogurt instead and didn't care for the toppings. My coffee and food came out fast and the biscuit tasted amazing. The biscuit was large, the egg and bacon were perfectly cooked and the iced coffee was delicious. The food is the shining star here. I just wish the ambiance was better. I will be back on a weekday when it's less people to contend with.