This was my 1st time here and the service and coffee was excellent. Not to mention a very cozy nice environment to drink your coffee and catch up on some emails. read more

Wake Oasis Coffee House - French Vanilla Double Shot Cappuccino! Really good as well! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Apex, North Carolina

They can't make good espresso or black coffee. My first test in a coffee house is the bitterness of black coffee. Their drip coffee was always super bitter. Then I noticed the americano being super bitter so I tried the single espresso shot. When espresso is done right it should be flavorful, smooth, and creamy with a nice, developed crema. These are things I can do at home with my countertop espresso machine. When you ask for a single shot at wake zone you get espresso that was already made and sitting under the machine. It is super bitter and it is clear that the baristas have not been trained on making espresso. A coffee shop that can't make good espresso is not a coffee shop. If you like really good coffee you'll be able to agree. If you like coffee with lots of cream and sugar and syrups then you won't be able to taste this. read more

The people are very friendly here. The wake oasis mocha and the regular mocha are both really really good. I've never had the option of making a mocha with cold brew before but it tasted so good! I tried the wake oasis energy drink and it had kind of an odd flavor, it was also very expensive. It cost more than either of the mochas did! read more

Really cute and quaint coffee shop located off-road behind a gas station. I met someone for a business meeting here a couple weeks ago, not really expecting much but a couple chairs and coffee and ended up loving it. It's actually much larger than I thought from the outside too. Upon entry, there are a few nice sized tables for seating in front, and along side, the counter. There are also a few seats in the back which are set up for more intimate dialogue or studying. Oh and the coffee is good too. I didn't try them but they also pastries which looked delicious! read more

One of the hipster places in Apex for sure buut not bad. I had the Nitro Brew and it was more bold than Starbucks. I had to add cream. My wife had a Chai and she enjoyed it. Just as expensive if not more so than a Starbucks. If it wasn't as conveniently located next to the park I wouldn't go again. read more

The coffee here is really good and the atmosphere is even greater, its the perfect place to study and get work done. The tables and chairs are super comfortable if you want to chat and hangout with friends/family as well! Pro tip: download the app to get special savings :) read more

One of the best coffee places.definitely worth the try .love their cappuccino..and vanilla latte

Well I think the website described this joint just right "Escape to the tropics in the Jimmy Buffet inspired oasis". I was on the search for a locally owned coffee shop in Apex and read some intriguing reviews right here on Yelp! I really liked the vibe in this place it's bright, "beachy" (beach themed decor for sure) and has plenty of space to sit down and park for awhile or just catch up with some friends over a good cup of joe. The blenders sure were getting a workout I would say the most popular drinks to order here are their frozen specialties. I decided to try the matcha green tea latte and I was very pleased. The bakery case looked fresh and full of delicious treats I didn't have a chance to try anything on this trip but I will be back soon. Some perks you should know about 100% Organic coffee beans from Crimson Cup FREE WIFI and HAPPY HOURS every Wednesday - 7-9am and 2-4pm $2.50Mochas and Lattes-16 oz.-Hot/Frozen or Iced read more

2 Words: Great Coffee. I think the coffee is amazing! Everyone that I've made a coffee run for loves it. They are very friendly and treat ALL of their customers well. They could have easily bought into a Starbucks or any other franchise, but they brought some new flavor to an area that has a Starbucks on every corner. I recommend the Frozen Wake Zone Mocha with skim milk. On Wednesdays they have happy hour where their specialty drinks are $2! read more

Cute little coffee shop with an added bonus of a drive through. But you may not want to drive through because this coffee shop has a really fun, light atmosphere. Decorated in bright summery colors with inspirational quotes to read while you wait for your order, Wake Zone also has Wi-Fi that it isn't very fast, but it does give you time to enjoy the good coffee. And Wake Zone does its coffee well. read more

Very unique, independently owned coffee shop, with a drive-thru. The place reeks of yummy coffee as soon as you walk in. Very friendly staff. Fast, free WiFi. Lots of room. There is a back room with couches and chairs and tables and people sometimes hang out and paint pictures and stuff back there. They also have some small food items. I love this place and frequent it. read more

What an interesting cafe. It's part coffee shop, part daycare! It was really nice to see the staff interact with the kids running around the cafe. The only negative was that my Americano tasted a bit burned. Maybe they roasted their beans too long or something weird is going on with the espresso machine. The prices were reasonable. There's plenty of parking. Don't get lost coming here--we were led to an open field using the directions from Yelp's Google Maps. read more

Great place for a cup of coffee. It has an island theme and Mark , the owner, is a friendly laid back, yet efficient proprietor who makes you feel like you were invited into his home for a cup of coffee. Every Tuesday there gathers a group of business owners from Inside919 Local Coffee Break in an area reserved for them by Mark that has comfy couches that makes you think that Jennifer Anniston or Lisa Kudrow would come sauntering in or because of the island theme an appearance by Jimmy Buffet or Bob Marley. The ambiance sets the stage for a great cup of coffee that can be ordered in a glass mug and dispensed by smiling baristas with your satisfaction always on their mind. Bravo to Wake Zone, Mon! read more

We came to Wake Zone on a Sunday morning during a long weekend in the Raleigh area. We're always interested in checking out the local coffee scene, and drove here mainly because of the Yelp reviews. Unfortunately, it wasn't really worth the trip. On the positive side, our bill for 2 cups of coffee, a scone, and a muffin was less than $10--can't argue with that. The ambiance is interesting. It made us feel like we were in Key West--that is if it hadn't been 30 degrees outside. We generally skip the blended drinks and prefer just a good cup of coffee. Sadly, neither the coffee nor bakery items were any better than what you'd get at your average Starbucks. We were a little disappointed that they were only serving 1 type of coffee (not sure if they had decaf). In fact, the girl behind the counter seemed taken aback when I asked what coffees they had. She was a little less than pleasant, apparently annoyed that we were making her work. While our experience at Wake Zone wasn't terrible, we would not go out of our way to come back. read more

Great friendly staff. I had a vanilla latte- it was made perfectly! Hoping they get more food options in soon, otherwise it was wonderful! :) read more

As a coffee lover, I love this place. I love the island vibe, the staff is great. I love their chai tea latte with coconut milk. So addictive!!! read more

This is a perfect coffee shop to come and have a nice cup of coffee/espresso and visit with friends. Lovely ambiance and a large cozy room in the back to relax on comfy couches and chairs. I have been there 3 times. Once for a morning baby shower and twice for a moms morning out. We were able to bring our small children and have room for them to play quietly on the floor while we visited. The only need for improvement I would say is the baked goods. They can be rather dry and they do not have a microwave available to heat them up. Also, it would be helpful to have a baby's changing table in the womens restroom. read more

Small coffee shop with great coffee and a cute surf theme. Tried the frosted pumpkin which cost less than other places in the area. Love the drive thru option and customer appreciation coffee during certain hours on Wednesdays. I will try to have cash on hand next time since, as they point out at the register, credit card companies charge fees which eat into their small business profits. read more

The BEST place for coffee drinks in the area! The coffee is fantastic, the staff is friendly and they remember my name AND what I usually order, and it's independently owned. A huge bonus that they have a drive thru for when I'm in a hurry or have the dog with me in the car. Oh, and the times I have had the dog with me, they've offered her a treat at the pickup window. How cool is that!? Sadly, I moved to Michigan and miss The Wake Zone. My wife and I have even had conversation about how we're not likely to ever find another coffee shop this great. We were back in Apex not too long ago to visit and coffee at The Wake Zone was a must. read more

While the beach theme has never been my taste, the amazing coffee and even better staff make this one of the go to coffee places in the area! read more

This is hand down my favorite coffee shop. The beach theme is so unique!!! The atmosphere of the store itself is so open & light that it's super easy to do work there or to go and meet a friend there. Also, the drinks are amazing. I haven't found anything on the menu that I dislike. Wake Zone is the place that actually got me to like coffee!! read more

First and foremost the coffee flavor is great! I like the atmosphere, very open and casual. I like the mocha latte. Good place to just relax or meet up with a group. People are friendly. Overall just a great family owned local coffee house! Check it out. read more

The new owner has made so many improvements to the Wake Zone. Recently went to an event there, and he was so personable and made sure to introduce himself to everyone. Also, the menu is so much better with extended choices for drink options and flavor options. read more

Wake Zone is a cute little local coffee shop on a busy intersection in Apex close to 64. There is a gas station on the corner and Wake Zone is right next to it. There is also a drive-thru in the event that you don't want to get out of your car and the team is really great at making drinks inside or at the window. Inside it feels like a Jimmy Buffet retreat with a beach theme and quotes on the walls. Baseball hats from sailing destinations adorn the walls as well as flags and nautical treasures from the islands. The coffee drinks are made by hand on the big Italian espresso machine and the ingredients are local. The sign on the window encourages you to pay with cash if over $10 because of the credit card fees they incur. The cafe has a very local and down-to-earth feel and this is a great place to frequent if you want a break from the chain coffee shops. You can also find a coupon in the Raleigh Citypass book so I snagged two lattes for $3.30 to perk up my rainy day. Wednesdays is their happy hour and you can get discounted drinks during certain hours. read more

Wake Oasis Coffee House - Drive up window - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Apex, North Carolina

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I love coffee from wake zone. Sometimes I swing by to treat myself or I buy a bag of ground coffee to make at home. I've always had great service there. The lady working the drive-thru said "cool beans" the other day and I just thought that was funny and the kind of chill vibe I like from a local coffee shop. :) Would definitely suggest stopping for a cup if you are nearby. read more

I got an iced chai latte with almond milk when I came here. I was pretty disappointed with it because it really just tasted like iced almond milk, it had no flavor to it at all. I don't like when my drinks are too sweet or strong, but this time it really tasted like nothing. I'm not sure if it was the bottom of the batch or something was missing. The shop itself is very nice and had a cool beach vibe to it which I liked. The staff was nice and my drink was made very quick so I didn't wait very long. I would like to come back and give this place another shot with a different drink in hopes that my drink was a mistake! read more

Walking into Wake Zone reminds me that I am not at the beach...and I want to be. The decor is different than anything I've seen in a coffee shop: the walls are covered in quotes and real estate advertisements for beautiful, lovely places in the Caribbean. THAT is where I want to be! So, in the beach atmosphere, the coffee service is not laid back, but comes out quickly and well made. The friendly service is a plus. My coffee was very good. That drive up window is a plus! I love that this is a locally owned place with such a unique "personality." It's definitely on my go again list. read more

This is my neighborhood coffee shop, so I often stop by on the weekends to meet friends or grab a quick caffeine/carb boost. It has the misfortune of being attached to a gas station, but does wondrous things with its decor to enable visitors to forget that the second the step inside. Their iced tea is DELICIOUS. They have yummy baked goods, and a very wide coffee selection. The staff is unerringly friendly, courteous, and welcoming. My favorite thing about Wake Zone is the beach and art theme. Inside, there are bright signs with sayings essentially telling you to take it easy and enjoy life, and paintings by locals. The Wake Zone hosts a painting group there at least once a week, and sells crafts at a little stand by the door. All in all, it is a lovely spot of local color and good vibes. read more

This place earns 5 stars based on the sheer friendliness of the staff. It's like ordering coffee from your friends. I had a soy iced tea something, but it was really good. Oddly coastal decor, but very clean and bright inside. Glad I stopped by :). read more

Wish I could love this place, but so far both drinks I have tried have been disappointing. My friend ordered an iced latte with an extra shot of espresso. We both felt that it tasted really weak for having an additional shot - about what we would expect a normal iced latte to taste like, not one that should be extra strong due to the extra shot. On a second visit I ordered an iced mocha, and it was the same situation - I could not taste even a hint of espresso. It tasted like I was just drinking an iced chocolate milk. The service is very friendly, the decor is very cute, and I love the drive thru option. I just wish the espresso drinks tasted more like espresso. read more

I'm not a coffee drinker but their Chai Lattes are very good. This coffee shop has been nice enough to allow my group of stay-at-home-moms to meet here once a month with our pre-walkers. We reserve a section in their back room for a few hrs and so far it's been a good experience for us and the wee ones. read more

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Cute place, nice service but if you are serving espresso you need to have the Italian flag with the rest of theup that represents all of your coffee. That's were all your lattes, cappuccinos and macchiato were invented. Hey Paul I'm still waiting for my Italian flag?? What's right....is right. read more

Great coffee! Lots of customizable options (apparently they do cold shots of cold brew espresso although I didn't try it). Their iced latte is great and their beans are roasted locally. Great option for getting a good espresso drink in the Cary area without having to drive further to Raleigh or Durham coffee shops. read more

I had a great time at Wake Zone. I got an iced coffee that was both generously sized and well-priced, while my friend got an iced white mocha that I got to sample as well. Both were excellent. I also got a lemon macaron that was just lovely. What I really appreciated about Wake Zone were the details. The iced beverages came with plastic tops that replaced straws, but straws were still available for anyone who needed them. The interior was bright and inviting, and I loved seeing all kinds of people coming in for all kinds of reasons - working, talking with friends, taking out the kids. I look forward to returning and trying some new treats! read more

I love starbucks - but wake zone is so much better. you get much bigger drinks for the same price as starbucks, and on wednesdays they have half price drinks! there at certain times - from 7-9 & 2-4, you can get $2.50 frozen drinks/mochas/coffee, etc. but love their coffee and muffins! yum read more

Wake Oasis Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Apex, North Carolina

Easily the best coffee shop in Apex. The staff is always friendly and the island paradise atmosphere is wonderful. If you're in a hurry they have a drive through but be warned, its popular on weekday mornings. Sometimes you're better off going inside. Happy hour is Wednesday morning where you can pick up a cheap late or mocha. read more

This place is incredibly unique and eclectic. The coffee combined with the island-inspired decor is something I've never experienced, and I definitely love it! read more

Wake Oasis Coffee House - Entrance to their back room - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Apex, North Carolina

I appreciate that they are a local business and have a drive through during these times, however I just tried this place for the first time and my drink was gross. Iced vanilla latte tasted like there was barely any coffee in it and the milk may have been going bad. Will not return. read more

I'm amazed at how consistently great the experience and the coffee is at the Wake Zone. I just love it here! read more

Wake Oasis Coffee House - Wake zone also has a "living room" in the back that is great for get togethers. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Apex, North Carolina

Love it here! My go to on the way to work. Love their house blend! Love the spacious inside and the convenience of the drive thru. Locally owned so would much rather support them than a chain! Friendly stAff! read more