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Waterbean Coffee

4.3 (55 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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7/2025
Leeza D.

Waterbean has very good coffee. I grabbed an iced latte and drank it very quickly. They also have a small food menu. They are located right next to the Kimpton hotel. Great space to either work or hang out. It also appears like they are local chain because I do see them in other parts of Charlotte. Please come and create your own adventure.

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SUCH GOOD MATCHA - definitely top 5 for me in CLT - clean space and good service. :)))

Got the salted caramel iced latte and sat for a bit to read. Coffee was yummy and space was chill.

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Ru G.

Waterbean Coffee I stopped in for an iced latte with cold oat milk and condensed milk and wow, it was so good! The mix of creamy oat milk with that touch of sweetness is absolutely perfect. You can really taste the quality of their espresso, smooth and rich without any bitterness. The drink was balanced, refreshing, and honestly kind of addictive. The vibe inside is relaxed and modern, great spot to work or just chill. Friendly service, quick, chill, and welcoming. Highly recommend.

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Hayley P.

I grabbed a quick latte after a workout class as I was heading back to my hotel. I got there shortly after it opened so it was just the barista and me. I had been warned the coffee was strong but I found my vanilla latte to be delightful and the barista got it out quick. The space is large and cozy. Seems like a perfect spot to telework.

Anissa C.

I stopped in on my way back to my hotel! My hubby and I love coffee shops and cold brews have become our favorite coffee of choice! I ordered the cold brew with white chocolate syrup and cold foam! The cold foam was thick and sweet, just as like! The coffee is definitely STRONG! I can handle it. The service was friendly, quick and helpful. There's soft rock playing in the background as I sit at the window Watching people walk by! It's my kind of vibe!! I would definitely come back.

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Jacob T.

We were in town for the Charlotte marathon and came here for coffee. They weren't doing food because of the crowds - but the coffee was great. I got the snickerdoodle iced latte and my girlfriend got the peppermint bark latte. Both were very good and fun festive flavors. The workers were definitely stressed, but I don't blame them given the circumstance.

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Zoe J.

Overall a good spot! Always order a cortado at coffee shops I've never been to so I can get a good taste of the espresso and feel out the milk texture, both were good here! Inside is a nice quiet vibe with light music in the back, a good place to work/ study from. Only reason I gave 4 stars is because while the service was quick it was super surface level and didn't feel like the baristas were really paying attention to me more of just chatting with each other. Would still come back though!

Mint & Brown sugar latte, snickerdoodle latte
Nicole B.

Everything to love about a coffee shop! Spacious area to meet up or do work. The flavor combinations are vast and pretty unique. I ordered an iced mint, brown sugar latte that was so good! Perfect combo of flavor and not too sweet. They also have sweeter combinations like the snickerdoodle latte. I would definitely return to try their other flavors

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Kong L.

I've been to another location, and this one doesn't quite live up to my expectations. I love the space and the decor but the coffee tasted "okay". I ordered a coffee with lavender syrup, which tasted quite watered down. Overall, a nice place to work and study, but I came for the coffee!

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Tessa M.

Just like the other Waterbean in Uptown, it's clean and staff is very friendly. I like that they offer non-coffee drinks. They also offer pastries and baked goods that are delicious. They also have a small order window outside that you can use if you don't want to go inside. There is plenty of seating to hang out and work.

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Wendy W.

Love the lavender and rose lattes. Download the app to order hotels sandwiches on a croissant or bagel or coffee (or both) ahead of time and escape the line on pickup...all while earning reward points! Every 65 points in the app gets you a $7 credit on a future order! Great quality, would choose over Starbucks any day of the week.

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Nice place to visit and they are very conscientious and growing their business with their hearts and wisdom

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This is one of the best coffees I've had! I'm super excited to return and try their matcha!

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Stopped by on a work trip and will come back. Definitely recommend the iced matcha latte with honey. Overall good vibes

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The different choices in coffee were good, I even got a cortado which is very good, almost like an espresso

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Really great service. Wonderful coffeehouse atmosphere. Wonderful and different flavors.

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Cute ambiance, friendly staff, good coffee! Passing through on a long road trip and was worth the stop.

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Haraz Coffee House

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4.4
(230 reviews)
1.6 mi
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I wish Haraz got here years ago- their dining area is nice with creamy delicious matchas. I've…read moretried their strawberry, peach , pistachio, and lavender flavored matchas (no shocker- I'm addicted) lol. I have also tasted their iced white mocha latte and it was very sweet for a "regular"sweetened drink. Any time you place an order, you can customize your beverage sweetness. Their service is a little slow when they're busy but that's ok- it's worth the wait lol. There's tables to sit at while you wait.

I want to start by saying that I typically enjoy drinks from Haraz. I was excited about the new…read morelocation opening and decided to stop by this morning for a Strawberry Cloud Matcha. I had recently tried this drink at another Haraz location and loved it so much that I officially considered myself a matcha drinker. When I received my drink, I noticed it looked much pinker than it had at the other locations I'd visited. I assumed it had just been mixed and that the usual layers of matcha, strawberry, and whipped cloud had blended together, so I didn't think much of it. However, after taking my first sip in the car, it immediately tasted like strawberry milk. Since I was on my way to work, I kept drinking it, expecting the matcha flavor to come through, but it never did. It was disappointing because the drink was nothing like the one I've had several times at other Haraz locations. I hope this location places an emphasis on training and consistency so the drinks meet the same standard as the rest of the Haraz locations. On a positive note, the staff members were kind, welcoming, and greeted me as soon as I walked in.

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Sitting area
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Turkish coffee, Harazi Mufawar, spinach feta and something with thyme (they did not have name tags).
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CocoBean Coffee

CocoBean Coffee

4.6
(25 reviews)
8.5 mi

I stopped by this coffee shop expecting caffeine, and instead got... an experience? The coffee was…read moresomehow both exactly what I needed and not at all what I thought I ordered. It tasted like focus, with subtle notes of questioning my life choices--in a good way. The atmosphere felt like a place where time either slows down or speeds up depending on how long you stare at your cup. The barista seemed to understand my order before I said it, which was comforting and mildly unsettling. I left more awake than when I arrived, but not entirely sure if it was because of the coffee or the existential clarity it provided. Either way, I'll definitely be back, unless I already am.

I'm a sucker for a pick me up after adulting and was in the mood for a coffee or milk tea. I am…read moreglad I came because CocoBean is both cute and cozy. The area was clean and the cute interior makes for a good social media photo op. The menu has good variety and explorative flavors that encourages repeat visits. I got a Mango Milk Tea and was not disappointed. It gave a Mango Lassi vibe and was very refreshing. My only downside was the bottom of the drink tasted gritty and had a white residue left at the bottom. Also, I initially wanted the drink with light ice and this was my first encounter at a shop that charges extra for light ice (45 cents). Not a huge deal and I understand that companies incur more costs for light ice or no ice. Maybe I could justify the additional charge for getting the drink without ice, but I still wanted ice---just not a lot of it. I just would've like to have been told about it or seen some signage about the additional charge since the toppings and other add ons are listed out. I could've missed where it was listed out, but I don't think I saw anything written out. Nonetheless, after a few healthy gulps, I was sad that the drink was gone. I would come back to try other items.

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Outside
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The Grounds Bookstore and Cafe

The Grounds Bookstore and Cafe

4.7
(15 reviews)
9.3 mi
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Love this place!!! Decided to meet up with a friend for coffee (well tea for me) and she suggested…read morethis place as 'the perfect spot'. And it was. I read through some of the other reviews and I want to set the record straight. Yes, it's inside a church but there is a separate entrance. Yes, there are Christian books but also other genres. Yes, the coffee is very affordable BECAUSE all the staff are volunteers. No one is getting paid and they LOVE what they do. All smiles and great service. The proceeds go to local and global missions of the church. Win, win all the way around. The place itself is very spacious. Two levels. The seating areas are comfortable and far enough apart you can have some semiprivacy if you need it. My friend who brought me says she comes here all the time to study (she's in college). All of the staff knew her by name. (love places like that) I'm not a coffee drinker so I can't really speak to the coffee (although my friend says it's pretty good). I am a tea drinker though and they have a variety of flavors, some refresher juice drinks, a few pastries. Please support. Every now and again if you're thinking of getting coffee or a pastry, choose them. Why not? Do some good for the community through others who are committed to giving back.

I love this place! This is my go to spot to grab a comfy place to sit get my work done in peace and…read moregrab a delicious blueberry Matcha. Hidden gem!

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The Grounds Bookstore and Cafe
The Grounds Bookstore and Cafe
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Littl Madeleine

4.8
(100 reviews)
11.8 mi

Really great, local café that I will absolutely be adding to my regular coffee shop + bakery…read morerotation. Plentiful parking out front. Good amount of seating inside (mostly 2-seaters; one larger table reserved for bigger groups). Helpful and friendly staff who were amazing with my little one. You have to try a slice of the basque cheesecake. The plain slice (with no whipped cream or fruit topping) is not overly sweet and the perfect amount of "burnt" & creamy. We also tried the madeleines, which - as the café's name suggests - were on point. And the garlic bagel is a garlic + cream cheese lover's dream. The iced dalgona latte was such a treat. Sweet with a creamy foam and topped with crunchy cookies - very well balanced and delightful to drink. The prices reflect the care and high quality of the products. Come support this amazing local spot and enjoy their unique, thoughtful offerings!

I brought my daughter to Littl Madeleine's for breakfast, and we had a really nice experience. I…read morehad the most beautiful lavender blue matcha, and my daughter enjoyed the honey passion fruit ade. She got their garlic bagel--the only type of bagel they offer - and it was generously stuffed with delicious, aromatic garlic. She enjoyed it! The café is decorated charmingly, with little Madeleine cookie designs stamped throughout the space. They have a small section with some gift items for sale. They also sell Madeleine cookies, of course, though we didn't get any. The service was given with genuine smiles. The prices were normal - not a deal but not over-the-top. We enjoyed our breakfast and will happily come back!

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Lottie's Cafe

Lottie's Cafe

4.4
(106 reviews)
0.2 mi

Staff was very friendly and the service was fire, place is lit. Latte's and matcha were really good…read moreand the food was also splendid. It's also women owned!!! Shoutout women

TLDR: Cafe vibes that are good for if you are planning on hanging out in the cafe, bad if you are…read moretrying to get your food and go. The atmosphere was nice, it has the "work on your laptop or catch up with friends" cafe vibe. Somewhere you can hang for several hours and sip and coffee as you work/talk. I don't think I was the target demographic for this cafe sadly. I ordered a BE&C on a bagel. I originally had planned to go to a more "bagel-focused" shop, but they were closed. That's where I feel I was not the target demographic; I was looking to just order a bagel on my morning commute. I should have noticed the atmosphere/vibe of the cafe and realized that this was not going to be fast. It ended up taking over 30 minutes from the time I paid to the time I got my food (genuinely, I looked at the time my credit card was swiped and compared it to the time it was when I got my food). Now, I will say, if I had ordered coffee and brought a book, the wait probably wouldn't have been too much of a bother. The staff was really friendly, and the bathrooms were also very clean! The bagel was not my favorite bagel, but it was on par for a non-bagel-focused coffee shop. It wasn't bad by any means, but I would not order it if you were wanting "real" bagel. Edit: owner made a good point regarding the wait and was correct that I did not notice the disclaimer regarding the wait! I updated the rating to reflect my newer perspective.

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Lottie's Cafe
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Vavela Cafe

Vavela Cafe

4.1
(149 reviews)
7.6 mi
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Was visiting family during Memorial Day weekend, and we met up with a friend in town at this lovely…read moreTurkish Cafe in the university area of Charlotte, NC. Loved the vibe and the decor. It's a very happening spot for young and old, families and friends, people looking to work, and others just there to chill and relax. The line was out the door for the duration of my time there, but do not let that deter you. They have ample space to handle the crowd and it's well staffed with people constantly walking around helping and answering questions. Service is fast and everyone is so nice. They have a variety of seating arrangements which makes it great for large or small groups. This may sound like a lot is going on, and it is...but at the same time it's very relaxing and chill. You place your order at the counter and I'm telling you, they have a great variety to choose from. My party shared some chicken flatbread, a Caprese style appetizer(not its name), and sweet potato cheesecake. Whe all enjoyed some coffee made to order for our liking. We even ordered some pistachio and dubai chocolate desserts to go. Everything was superb! We sat and talked for hours and just soaked in the environment. I had such a great experience and I'm really looking forward to dining here again.

This is my "GO-TO" spot whenever I'm entertaining out of town guests or just a meetup with local…read morefriends. I've been for morning coffee when it's not as busy and late at night weekends during it's busiest times. Finding a parking space is challenging, especially on weekends. But once you step inside Vavela's you forget all about that because the vibe catches you instantly. The music, upbeat yet relaxing, transports you to another place and time. As soon as the doors open it's impressive! Seating is welcoming and abundant, be it at a table, on sofas or a grouping of comfortable chairs. When you walk up to the counter to order they have all of their drinks and deserts chilling and on display. And there are a lot of them! I don't know if they are made from scratch or premade, but I've had about 6 different kinds and each one was better than the next. All delicious! On my last visit we got our coffees, shared chicken flatbread, a tomatoe/cheese appetizer and sweet potato cheesecake and EVERYTHING was delicious!!!! They always have a lot of servers and they bring your order to your table. Because it stays busy I notice they have to constantly be on top of cleaning the tables and floors and often people will grab a seat before the staff has a chance to clean the area. But they overall do a good job staying on top of it. I highly recommend Vavela for a group meeting, or if alone, bring your laptop, your studies and get some work done while grabbing a bite to eat...and a Latte.

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Cozy seating area.
Cozy seating area.
Matcha with oatmilk, vanilla and honey and key lime pie.
Matcha with oatmilk, vanilla and honey and key lime pie.
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