Coffee Shops near Banner Elk

“Great atmosphere, food and drinks - the coffee and lemonade were wonderful!“

“Coffee Shop No. 491
Fred and Larry’s Coffee
Banner Elk, NC
April 7, 2025

This is my second time visiting Fred and Larry’s Coffee Shop in Banner Elk, North Carolina. The first time was September 13, 2021; the ending stages of COVID so customers were not allowed in the shop. I ended up drinking coffee outside with three local gentlemen; one of the them was Larry. He is an owner and a Marine Veteran. We had some good laughs and I learned a lot about Banner Elk and the surrounding area.

After visiting Fred and Larry’s Coffee the first time, I realized I wanted to make exploring local coffee shops a part of my life; and here I am almost 500 coffee shops later.

On my second trip I enjoyed a cortado while relaxing on Fred and Larry’s big comfy leather couch. The barista was super friendly. She is definitely an incredible asset to the shop.

Thank you Fred and Larry for making delicious coffee and providing a relaxing setting to meet new people and dream up new adventures in life.

Enjoying life one cortado at a time!“

“Contacted the manager Kelsey literally 10 minutes before showing up with a big group. Her team did an amazing job and had great attitudes, good for anytime but to do this in this Covid world GREAT JOB! Group was happy enough they are going to have breakfast in morning.“

“They have a extensive menu with many choices. On a busy Sunday morning, we were seated quickly, but had to wait a while for a waitress to come and take our order. Oddly, they offered coffee immediately, but not water. When the server brought our food, we asked for water, and it took a while. We were half way through our meal before water arrived.
My wife had a mushroom based omelet which was disappointing because it was not very substantial, mushrooms barely noticeable, mostly red pepper and egg, fried on both sides.
I had better luck with the waffle which was tasty with chopped fresh strawberries sprinkled on top.
We asked for coffee refill, which was delayed by the need to brew a new pot. As compensation, the restaurant gave us 2 large coffees to go.“

“I can’t say enough about this coffee place. They have delicious gluten free options. The coffee is fresh and flavorful. The best part though is the staff. Everyone was super sweet and very helpful. Will definitely add this to my list to always visit when we’re in the area.“

“I love there coffees here!“

“Amazing coffee! So glad we have this option on our visits. Super clean too!“

“wonderful expirience. coffee is fantastic. the owner is friendly and professional! highly recommend“

“We stopped here to grab some breakfast after we delivered a shipment in Newland. My husband went in and ordered myself a bacon/egg croissant that was just like I would make..the kind ladies working made my husband an omelette with whatever he wanted per what add ons they had in stock. The atmosphere outside was so peaceful and quiet plus the coffee shop supports the Communities for Children's home. ?“

“Stopped in for a quick bite. Almost fully automated service (i.e. order from kiosk). Eating in, get a number and food is brought to your table. Drive thru window was in lobby, do employee had to bring bags into eating area. First McDonslds I've been to that was designed this way“