This is a very cute and well stocked market with gourmet food and fresh coffee. They also have hot apple cider and other specialty drink items. One of the clerks offered to whip up a drink for me. They have reasonably priced wine and champagne as well! I love the merchandise too read more

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We don't have too many bodegas in downtown Winston so I'm glad that Washington Perk exists. I like to grab a quick breakfast before work and sometimes lunch at the deli. I will pick up grocery items for the house. Most of their stuff is from local sources and small producers. They make their own ice cream. They have dry goods, baked goods and produce. The beer selection is pretty good too. read more

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Cute store with a great variety of supplies. Nice location on 4th street near the hotels. We just dropped in after supper to check it out and needed up getting dessert. Enjoyed it, read more

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Everything about Washington and Perk is a delight. Customer service is always a pleasure. Fully stocked items available. The sandwiches available in the back are always ddelicious as well. Coffee options are great read more

Washington Perk - Salmon and egg bagel - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Pretty good sandwich, cool shop. Slightly disappointing the sausage was a frozen part type.

Don't sleep on this little lunch spot in downtown Winston. They're right across the street from a national sandwich chain but miles apart in flavor and quality. Easy to order. Fill out a sheet with your sandwich order and they make it right in front of you. While you're there grab some unique beverages or snacks and some great coffee. read more

just wanted to mention their soup twice. a week on my break I am anxious to see what soup they are serving ,,, I have never had one I didn't like ,,,they are amazing , don't know where they get them from but they are the best in Winston's as far as I'm concerned ,,, also has so many other interesting items to purchase ,,,staff is very helpful read more

Super cute little store and coffee shop in DTWS. There is parking on the street or if you cannot find some garages close. The staff was very friendly and very nice. We stopped in while we were running errands downtown and got a cup of coffee and sat and chilled out. I would recommend. read more

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Out coffee shop hopping downtown and came into this lovely little treasure. Had a total locals feel and so many different shopping experiences to try. They had a sandwich bar in the back, frozen refrigerator isles in the middle of food, and a coffee bar area in the front. I ordered a soy latte and it was so good. My husband said his drip coffee was a good brew and he enjoyed it. It was such a cute set up and we felt so comfortable there. The barista was welcoming and friendly. They know how to make coffee here. I'll be back for sure. read more

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HBI has recently moved to Downtown Winston. This is my new go to place for Lunch. Short walk from our offices. And, a nice selection of items and Specials for Lunch...And, convenient for household grocery items you need in a hurry... I'll BE BACK !!! read more

More Praise for the Perk People Washington Perk employees consistently go above and beyond for their customers. I am recovering from lung cancer surgery and am essentially homebound for the next two weeks. I received a surprise delivery this week. A Perk employee delivered a smoothie, sausage biscuit, and a paper bag stuffed with goodies and signed with get well wishes from the morning crew. Among other items, the bag contained a stuffed unicorn and a giant grape Laffy Taffy. Grape Laffy Taffy's are my favorite candy, and I routinely visit Perk several times each week to purchase the small version. When Crystal, the owner of Perk, learned of my affinity for this candy, she ensured they were always in stock. Sadly, the small grape Laffy Taffy's have been discontinued. I was excited to get the giant grape Laffy Taffy in my gift bag, and even more pleased that Perk now stocks it. They added it just for me so I can always have my favorite candy. This gesture shows that Washington Perk always goes the extra mile to provide exceptional service and care for its customers. In conclusion, if you seek a dining or social venue that highly values its patrons, Washington Perk is an excellent choice. read more

Washington Perk - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Pretty good breakfast bagel sandwiches at a very reasonable price. For under $5, I had Pat's Special, an everything bagel packed with sausage, egg, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, spinach, tomato and red onion. The bagel was soft and fresh, and the sandwich was pretty filling. The bacon, egg and cheese bagel was also good but much smaller than the special. I also had a drip coffee, and noticed their coffee prices are much lower than most competitors nearby. The coffee was good, but I prefer a dark roast and this one was a medium roast. The rest of the store is pretty cool with fresh produce, dairy, dry goods and a nice selection of beers and a few wines. There's a deli in the back with bagels, sandwiches and salads. It's perfect for those staying in nearby hotels, or a quick grocery needs for nearby residents. We also got a Fluffernutter sandwich... just because nobody ever has one on the menu. read more

Washington Perk - Fluffernutter!!!! - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

I really love this spot in downtown WS. Of course it's a little pricier than a regular grocery store, but I love supporting local and the convenience factor can't be beat. They have all the kitchen essentials, a great beer/wine selection, and some fun novelty items as well. There's a sandwich shop in the back and some great ice cream flavors up front. I stop by here nearly every time I walk around downtown and it's always a pleasant experience. read more

Had a great hot beverage and enjoyed spending some time with a friend while having a hot apple cider. The service was fast and she gave me a small cup of ice so I would have it just in case the drink was to hot to drink. We enjoyed this cute little place it was very nice and clean. read more

Washington Perk - Hot Chai Latte and Hot Apple Cider - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Way too much for a bagel. 6.50 for a bacon egg and cheese bagel SOUNDS good, but I swear I couldn't taste the bacon or the egg or the cheese. I really only tasted the bagel... maybe I need to go get checked for covid! I just won't go back - the place is cute tho read more

Washington Perk - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

I regularly shop at this place and appreciate their: Pros · Wide selection of organic options · Friendly staff · Convenient online shopping and curbside pickup · Competitive pricing Cons · Limited parking options · Occasional stock issues Recommendation Overall this is my go-to grocery store. Keep up the great work! read more

Amazing store....Very friendly staff, has Cheers (sitcom show) vibe too. The staff appreciates regulars and the owner Crystal is very open minded to any suggestions for the store. Please come out and support local! read more

Delicious hot coffee and tea! It will definitely perk you up. It is attached to a cute little bodega that will meet all tour needs. Located downtown so it's not far from all the local hotels. read more

Washington Perk - Barista bar - Grocery Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Excellent just excellent. It's a five. We are staying up the street at the Marriott and slept in and missed the breakfast at the club. So thought we would walk around and checkout the neighborhood. This place is just down from the Marriott. We had 6 in our party. We all tried different things. Basically cooked to order. See my photos. The kitchen is in the back. Fill out your order and hand it to the cook. Pay at the counter. read more

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A gem of a hometown grocery spot for locals and tourists! Friendly staff, fresh NC coffee with indoor and outdoor seating to enjoy sipping coffee and a bite to eat from the deli. Visiting from Virginia, I found there is no other establishment like this in downtown Winston-Salem! read more

The staff of Washington Perk are rude and prejudice. Recently my husband and I visited Washington Perk for coffee. After we were served our coffee my husband asked the young woman behind the counter for a sample of ice cream. She refused him service. Only 30 seconds before she had completed a purchase of another customer who she also had an extensive conversation with all the while ignoring my husband. When he asked for a sample her response was, "No, I'm done" and walked out of the door. When my husband asked to speak to a manager he was told that the manager was not there, but to speak with an employee who had been there for awhile. My husband spoke with said employee and began walking toward the front of the store. As I watched a woman stood up, turned in our direction and flipped my husband off. I then walked back to ask why she would do such a thing when she proceeded to scream and curse in my face. When I asked her name she informed me she was the owner. I don't believe that this woman was at all the owner. I suggest that the next time you want coffee step across the street to Camino where the staff is civilized. If you are the owner of Washington Perk I would love to talk to you. read more

This place rocks. Great selection of stuff you can't find elsewhere. Cool staff. And pickle chips. read more

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Great laid back atmosphere. Only had the bagels but they were good. Prices seemed reasonable and staff was very friendly

The best little bodega in town, in my opinion!! My favorite sandwich is their tuna salad with chips (SO good) & I simply can not resist their produce section when I'm stopping in, mostly everything is local & very fresh! I also LOVE buying from their fresh coffee bean selection, highly recommend! read more

They have great sandwiches especially for breakfast. Coffee is good as well. Super nice and friendly staff highly recommend. Also a great little grocery store for a few items. Very clean. read more

Very cute place, great coffee and awesome sandwiche. The owner and workers are super nice. Really enjoy this little spot.

When I went back to the deli there was no one there. Finally the guy working who was sitting at a table got up and walked over. When I asked about sandwich toppinga he told me the little paper on the table had the toppings. I decided against the sandwich cause there werent any toppings i wanted. When I went to the front I decided to get a bag of combos and a can come. We stood there awhile waiting, no one in sight I thought the fuy making coffees was the only register clerk. But was I surprised when big tall and angry from the back walked up a few minites later. I left my combos and coke at the register. read more

Great spot with reasonably priced groceries. Also has a variety of unique bagged coffees and a good full coffee bar. I might try the meals at some point, not sure if any are gluten and dairy free. read more

Great bagel sandwiches/coffee and even better prices and service. Will definitely be back.

1-star for the cappuccino... which was terrible. Basically foam on top of hot brown water with no flavors. Extra star is for the friendly staff. Likely good as a convenience store... strong selection of beer. Back to coffee... after choking down my cappuccino, was obvious why there were 10 people in line across the street at Camino and nobody in line at Washington Perk. read more

The people here are friendly despite the area being inundated with homeless people. Their prices are fair and the selection is good for a small store. Their coffees, soups and sandwiches are tasty too. They've been a mainstay in downtown Winston for years now and I hope they remain! read more

They got a lot going on here for a small place. Coffee shop, a deli, and a mini market. So the grocery items are really just the essentials and a few speciality items. If you live or work downtown then it is a quick and convenient place to get a six pack of beer, milk or a bottle of wine. You are paying the price for convenience but nothing outrageous. It's part of the trade off. The beer selection is pretty good for a small store. The wine selection is small but doable if you are in a pinch. I personally think it is cool that they also serve coffee and have deli inside the market. read more

A wonderful downtown store that fulfills the needs of the downtown community. I ventured in there for the first time today, as I moved in across the street. I was simply amazing and the product offerings and service. Go check it out!!! read more

Best place for beer, wine, sandwiches, coffee, groceries, and other convenience items in downtown Winston. My favorite local spot for a sandwich. Try the Italian Stallion or Rueben the next time you're in search for a tasty lunch downtown. read more

This review is based on my deli counter experience today. One of the specials was brie, bacon and fresh pear - I added fresh spinach - on grilled sourdough. It was a delicious sandwich! In time, some sides other than chips would be welcome. (I understand the store is in a transition phase, and - with the exception of a selection of beer and wine, along with canned goods and a few sundries ... the shelves were pretty bare. I hope the store can find its niche, and can also become a great neighborhood coffee shop!) read more

Service has gotten worse over the years. Environment is a little hostile. Caminos coffee is better and conveniently located across the street and the service is more friendly over there. read more

Washington perk is a nice little place to get coffee and relax in this area. We were just looking for a place to chat and spend some time.. The coffee was better than expected and they have a pretty good selection of sandwiches to choose from. The service was fast and friendly towards us. We will be back when we find ourselves in this part of town. read more

This place can be pretty expensive but in a crunch, they are clutch. They offer all kinds of staple groceries, like beer and wine. They have a deli in the back that I really want to try, ice cream and coffee. They are quite the staple in downtown and everyone should stop in for a fresh cup of coffee and one point while strolling downtown. read more

Bad customer service. I come in, no one says "hello" or asks if I need anything, but I always feel watched. I bring my own bags but they never bag my things in them. One time I stated that I had my own bags and the cashier said, "Of course you do" before putting all of my things into a plastic bag. It feels as if they are doing me the favor of allowing me to shop here. Like many hipster establishments, if you are like the owner and cashiers then you will likely get good service so it's probably their way of weeding out people they don't want in their establishment without being overtly discriminatory. It could fill a void if it were properly and consistently stocked, but I think it should stop positing itself as a consignment store and just stick to frozen custard, lunch, and beer and wine. Compared to other consignment shops in places like Durham that actually have groceries and real customer service, Washington Perk pales in comparison but could be much more. In college 2013-2014, I used to go here because it was close and I had no where else to go, but having lived in Raleigh and Durham in the five years since, this place has a long way to go and should decide what type of store it wants to be--and part of that means actually being a part of the community and providing good customer service to all, not just some. read more

I appreciate Washington perk just for being there. It's very convenient for me as sometimes an office I work at is on 4th street. The staff is always nice and helpful and I usually can find what I need. They have sandwiches made to order in the back, I've only had one, but it was yummy. They have wine and beer and a little area to chill if you want to enjoy your purchases there. The only drawback is the employees smoke cigarettes in the entryway. This is super annoying to me as a non smoker and being allergic to cigarettes. When people go in and out of the door the smoke rolls in and then the perk and I smell like smoke. The only drawback of this place, however, winston def needs the perk downtown. One suggestion would be that they stay open later on weekends, 3am would be good ;) read more