50 Best Coffee Shops in Charlotte

“Not just another coffee place. What an incredible experience that touches your soul.“

“💕the best coffee and the nicest owners! First time visiting their coffee house and they went out of their way to help me get my car unstuck from the snow storm! I am now eternally grateful! And really the best coffee we have had! Please visit this great shop!“

“I had the best experience with Archive Charlotte🥰 I placed a ginger-forward drink order on a hectic post-Christmas morning when my stomach was absolutely not on my side🤢Between running errands and unexpected plans, I’d completely forgotten about my order🤦🏾‍♀️ and they actually called to remind me before closing, which I really appreciated💛

When I made it there, the drink was delicious😋 and genuinely helped settle my stomach, Exactly what I needed💗 Great customer service, thoughtful follow-up, and a product that tastes good while doing its job💖 I’ll definitely be back❣️“

“What a gem! In house drip of the day was perfectly hot and deliciously brewed. A must try- the everything savory danish. I absolutely loved the self service station to heat my pastry and doctor my coffee as I like. I’m excited to try the freshly ground for me bag of beans I chose to take home. It’s a pleasure to support a local and small business. Bonus: if you can’t make it in person, they do Friday deliveries! A must try for sure!“

“I am an Argentina native and was so excited to find out about this place. The medialunas are amazing ! the dough of the empanadas are 10/10 but I feel the empanada filling is overwhelmed by cumin. If it didn't have cumin, I feel like they would even be better than my mom's!“

“You gotta love a good coffee spot. Stopped by for a quick break. Ordered the Pumpkin spice latte which consisted of a balance of flavors, very delicious. My husband ordered the Pumpkin spice Aerocano which was packed with medium strong coffee and a perfect amount of pumpkin flavor. We also ordered a few sweet treats. The Honey layer cake wasn’t as expected it needs more honey but it is light and airy. The Lemon cheesecake wasn’t so elegant with a mouth full of lemon flavors, tastes like a lemon cookie or lemon curd. The Hazelnut dream was our least favorite it was beyond blend no flavor, no hazelnut, and had a medicine taste. And last but not least we ordered the Yemen chocolate which was absolutely delicious, nice chocolate layers, crunchy and packed with pistachio and chocolate flavors. Bottom layered with a brownie. Overall, I would definitely come here again. The stuff was friendly and very informative on the menu, the food was perfection and the coffee is what brings this place together.“

“Great people with great drinks!“

“Great coffee and the cinnamon roll is delicious!“

“Thank you so much to Ms Stacey and her mother for hosting our Chocolate Milk Cafe' family meet up today! We had such a great turn out, and Grow Cafe' is such a beautiful concept that accommodates the needs of parents and children to have a safe place to play and fellowship!“

“I love this place .. the pineapple cake was soo soo good!! wow 👌. I am coming back tomorrow !!“

“Stopped by in between work events at a nearby hotel. Well worth the walk and effort to the find the storefront (the side of the parking garbage building directly across the street from the Marriott). Got a spinach and cheese pastry and a cortado. Both were tasty but the cortado was so good I made a conscious effort to savor each sip slowly.“

“great band, great coffee and scone, and terrific atmosphere“

“I absolutely loved this place. The concept is beautiful, the coffee is excellent, and the food was surprisingly delicious. Everything feels thoughtfully designed and welcoming.

If you’re looking for a place to have a business meeting or a small gathering, they also have a private room you can reserve, which makes it even more convenient.

Definitely a spot where you won’t go wrong bringing clients or friends. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“If you want amazing made to order, chemical free, high quality coffee, this is the place to be! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The environment is great for getting some work done or enjoying a great glass of wine on a date night with live music! I highly recommend it!“

“Expert and polite service“

“weekend girls trip , from the food to the service, all is top notch !! i wish we lived closer .“

“EXCELLENT service and food! The white chocolate bread pudding pancakes were so good. Our waitress was down to earth and made sure we had everything we asked for. I highly recommend this for brunch and breakfast.“

“Nice cozy coffee spot, the savory porridge is fantastic, of course the chorizo is a flavor bomb but the wilted greens were a phenomenal dark horse addition! Avo toast was big and full of flavor! Chandler, the owner, came over and chatted me up, very nice guy, attentive staff, good business to give your dollars to!“

“Visited thousand hills yesterday (Sunday July 13) at around 11am for the 1st ever.

When we walked in, there was an event going on with a full on DJ & a photographer. I was surprised but it was a nice surprise. Found out that this type of event happens twice a month.

Line was long but moving quickly. I got an iced vanilla latte with cold foam & it was SO good. I would recommend & I’ll be back again!“

“Just a great place! Wonderful atmosphere great coffee and espresso drinks. Oliver knows everyone by name and creates a very comfortable environment through his associates and how they interact with and serve their customers. I highly recommend“

“Amazing staff and amazing variety of coffee and other hot and cold caffeinated drinks! Highly recommend“

“The people here are so friendly and welcoming. They know their regulars by name and what their orders are. They took time to explain the different drinks they have as I had never been here before. They get your order out fast too. My drink was tasty and I will definitely be back. It was a joy to sit here and watch JD interact with everyone who came in. Everyone was treated like a friend and treated to an upbeat experience.“

“Wonderful owners who are professional, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do. Highly recommend supporting their business!“

“Love the atmosphere. Great customer service m. Good food and the coffee was out of this world. Will be coming back with friends. 1st time I have been here“

“Amazing coffee with an amazing atmosphere..and to top it off, they have a. Indoor playground for the kiddos“

“Give yourself the gift of excellent service and delicious coffee in an accommodating space! Our barista, Emily, created a very special beverage for me balancing espresso with chai and matcha! It was divine!!!“

“Tried this cafe for the first time today & its already my new favorite place! Absolutely adorable atmosphere, super sweet staff & incredibly delicious drinks & treats! Highly recommend!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Best Vietnamese subs in CLT!“

“Not only is the coffee absolutely to die for, the pistachio cronut is by far the single best pastry I've enjoyed in my 34 years on this planet.

The space is lovely, comfortable and the aesthetic is very authentic. The servers are extremely friendly and informative. Additionally, in the back, they offer free copies of the Quran translated to English and Spanish for any customers interested in learning more about the religion of Islam.

Wonderful experience through and through, highly recommended.“

“Excellent Coffee; Highly Recommeded“

“I absolutely love spending my lunch breaks at this coffee shop. The atmosphere is always welcoming and relaxing, making it the perfect spot to unwind in the middle of a busy day. The entire crew is consistently friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful, which makes every visit enjoyable.

A special shoutout to Jojo, who always goes above and beyond with great service and a warm attitude. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for great coffee and even better people!“

“Summit Coffee in SouthPark was an excellent venue for our daughter’s bridal shower. The staff went above and beyond in kindness and helpfulness.“

“Great place highly recommend!!“

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Absolutely lives up to the name! Beyond Amazing Donuts is hands-down one of the best spots in Charlotte. The energy, the people, the freshness—everything just feels right the moment you walk in. You can tell they love what they do, and it shows in every bite and every smile. A total vibe and an instant mood-booster. Truly beyond amazing! 🍩🔥“

“This was my first time visiting but will definitely come back ! Delicious ☕️☕️☕️“

“Cute coffee shop!!! Terrific, SAFE location, and fun vibe. Sadie S served us ADORABLE coffees with one heart and one leaf. They were both tasty and delicious. She promised us new and equally amazing drinks if we return. We will! We can hardly wait to find out what mystery drink she has in store for us!!! : )“

“So neat that they had soy milk as an option — I hope they keep it! Tried the golden milk latte which was made with homemade syrup, and I appreciated that they didn’t steam the milk too hot. Staff were super nice which added to the experience.“

“I got the best mocha I’ve had in a long time from here! The barista made it expertly, the espresso is super smooth (I swear half the places burn it now). It was unexpectedly probably the best I’ve had since I was abroad in a place known for coffee, all thanks to the awesome barista! The ingredient quality isn’t the absolute best but very good, better than most.“

“First time there for breakfast. We don't usually go out for breakfast. We were seated immediately. Great waitress. Very interesting menu. Not exotic but right down my alley. Food came out hot. The only thing I did not like was the water. No ice, small glass and a small pitcher on the table. I like lots of ice and a big glass. Food was very good.“

“MaryGrace is so lovely and made my day. She is such a class act! It is because of your epic staff, LGBTQIA support, your perfect working space, the vibe, all of it is just right! As a broker, it is a wonderful place to meet with my mentor and meet with clients! Great wifi, friendly staff that's like family, and I just love being there and plan on coming in soon!“

“No frills. Just excellent coffee every single time 👌🏾 The baristas are friendly and know your order before you even open your mouth. 👌🏾“

“Found this place and never went back to any coffee place only thing i will say is morning shift seems to rush a little bit more then afternoon which is great but everytime my order has been wrong . my cream cheese is forgotten everytime and my drink isn’t correct in the mornings .. still all wonderful products but nobody likes a dry bagel when they get to work 😭 staff is always so sweet as well ! never have any issues other then this“

“Visited last night and the warm cookie dough with vanilla gelato was delicious.. I will be back 👌🏼 The service was also great, very friendly!“

“Expert and polite service“

“Had a lovely rosemary honey oatmilk latte, and was able to do some much needed planning in this inspiring place!“

“Cannot say enough great things about Tacos 4 Life Steele Creek! The food is delicious, the employees are so kind and attentive, and the service is quick! I go at least once a week, if not more! 10/10“

“So good! Here in North Carolina visiting from Oklahoma! This place is YUM!!!!“

“Expert and polite service“

“My go-to coffee shop each time I am in Charlotte. The staff is excellent and the service is top notch. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a cozy and chill coffee shop to spend an afternoon.“

“Loved my fall flavored latte! I don’t know how they get that flower on the top of the drink! Will be back when I visit my daughter again in Charlotte!“