50 Best Coffee Shops in Charlotte

“Wonderful service! The coffee and food was amazing! Breakfast burrito for the win. So good!“

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

“I’d give 10 stars for atmosphere if I could. This isn’t a typical coffee house. There are so many nostalgic pieces from the 80s-90s that take you down memory lane. The music and design layout is such a chill vibe you could see yourself hanging out for an hour or so.Definitely,come visit Archive☕️✊🏾💕“

“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!“

“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 have been going to several different coffee shops in SC and NC, searching for a location that will serve me a good cup of coffee. I finally found the perfect place with the best tasting coffee and a vibrant atmosphere. The quality of the coffee is magnificent without even mention their delicate pastries. Their coffee is so reach so fresh, so real. Their coffee is not water down, bitter, flat or burnt-out taste. Whatever methods they are using for roosting their beans is working beautifully, because you will be able to experience the difference compare to so many other places.“

“Great people with great drinks!“

“Went her for a birthday breakfast for my son's 17th birthday! It was great! The food and drinks were amazing! The staff was very nice and welcoming! We will definitely be back!“

“Hands down the best coffee shop in Charlotte! The drinks and pastries selection is solid and so is their staff! Highly recommend!“

“I visited Haraz Coffee House during my vacation to Charlotte, and it was hands down one of the highlights of my trip! From the moment I walked in, I was hosted with so much genuine love, care, and warmth.
The drinks are absolutely amazing—so good that I ended up coming back 3 more times before my trip was over. Beyond the incredible coffee, you have to try the food. Their pastries are delicious, and the turkey and pastrami sandwiches are phenomenal. They are exactly the kind of savory, perfectly crafted bites that will leave you craving more long after you leave.
If you are in Charlotte, do yourself a favor and stop by. Incredible drinks, top-tier food, and unmatched hospitality. I can’t wait to come back next time I’m in town!
Thank you Hamed and Ibrahim for making my experience so memorable and enjoyable“

“Best Vietnamese subs in CLT!“

“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!“

“Pronounced Kah'-mah-ree-uh, this place is peaceful and delicious. The honey comb is my favorite with it's cream cheese bite in each toasty, honey drizzled cell.
I'm a chai tea latte fan and the equivalent is Adeni which is not as sweet and more warm and spicy. He always offers cinnamon on top.
Now to try the strawberry milk cake!
Super clean and such a vibe
Wifi, outlets, not usually full“

“Expert and polite service“

“Super cute ambiance plus it’s located in the CUTEST local boutique!! Coffee and shopping, can’t beat it :)“

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

“Great place highly recommend!!“

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

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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! 🍩🔥“

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

“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“

“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!“

“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“

“My go to coffee shop in Charlotte. The brown sugar rosemary latte is well done and I’m obsessed with the breakfast sandwiches. I love trying the seasonal specials. It’s always something unique and tasty and the staff is very warm and friendly. Love this place!“

“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!!!“

“Limited donuts but great flavors! Ordered a brown butter 🧈🤎 donut which was truly amazing; it's a semi-dry almost biscuit-like base with a to-die-for glaze, YUM, perfect with coffee.

Also ordered a strawberry 🍓 speciality donut, missed the name but was pretty much an apple fritter. Love the idea but a bit too sweet, wouldn't order that one again personally!

Staff shoutout: there were two rude ladies in front of me, rude to the other guests, the cashier, and the server - both employees remained very kind and honestly went above in service to make them happy.“

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

“Delicious food! We arrived 5 mins before closing, but the girl took our order and we ate it in the car. So so so good. Will definitely be back!“

“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“

“Came here on a rainy afternoon and honestly just wanted coffee, but the warm atmosphere made me stay longer than planned. The cappuccino had a nice strong flavor and the cheesecake was softer than expected. Music was slightly loud near the counter, though they lowered it after someone asked politely.“

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

“Beautiful garden setting.“

“I am big on supporting Black Owned businesses. We were in Charlotte and googled black-owned coffee shops. Lottie’s was a great find. The atmosphere was great. I had the avocado toast with the Blueberry pancake iced latte. My husband had the breakfast sandwich and an iced latte. Both of us were very pleased with our orders, which came out quickly. Everyone was very friendly.“

“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!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I went to Foxcroft to get my haircut and of course I went to Caribou. The staff was friendly and we talked about the Park Road shopping center store that closed recently. I work at Park Road shopping center and I miss my Caribou coffee shop tremendously. My daughter and I used to go when it first opened many years ago. It is greatly missed.“

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

“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.“

“After a little Lang Van went here for coffee and a chat with a friend. We enjoyed the convo with Mason and learning more about their community involvement and the vibe they’re crafting. A gentleman was tickling his guitar in a beautiful way that created a great backdrop for convo along with the garden. And of course our coffee was really good. I ordered the Japanese coffee with the coffee ice cubes and oatmilk with a dash of simple syrup and it was perfect!“

“Great seasonal and tasty lattes“

“I will definitely be visiting Rally again and again. The entire facility is beautiful and was just an overall great atmosphere. The staff was friendly and attentive and the food and drinks were very tasty and visually pleasing.“

“Stopped in here for a late lunch, dogs in tow! They have a nice outdoor patio, pup bowls for water, and nice umbrellas to keep the beating sun off of you.

The interior is also beautiful, open, and airy, so anywhere you choose to sit, you'll be happy. And the bathrooms were also clean and aesthetically pleasing to be in.

Service was prompt, friendly, and she made some suggestions when we found out two of the items we wanted weren't available.

The food was legit good! We opted to share the ROSEMONT CHOPPED SALAD, consisting of broccoli, cabbage, arugula, candied walnuts, blue cheese, pickled apple, citrus-marinated apricot, and mustard-maple vinaigrette. We wanted the salmon added, but they were out - so we got the tuna they use for the poke instead, since there weren't any other non-land animal options for us. Prob one of the best salads I've had in a hot minute, but the price point for the serving size was steep, coming in at $30.00. We also got a side of fries. They too were good - crispy, salty, shoestrings style. But again, $5.00 just for a small plate.

I feel like if the portion sizes were just a bit more, or they were organic or wild-caught items, the price point wouldn't make me pucker my lips a bit. But yes: good food! Just be prepped for lunch with a cocktail to run you about $50.00 per person.“

“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!“

“Cute cafe with house made goodies in addition to the coffee. I like darker less acidic roasted coffee (though lots of places make lively, fruity coffee( -- I was delighted their nitro cold brew was strong and smooth!
Highly recommend“

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

“Good coffee! Really enjoyed the lattes. My favorite is the sugar daddy.“

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

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

“We’ve visited several locations, and Jeff’s Bagel Run never disappoints. If you appreciate fresh ingredients and freshly baked bagels, this is the place for you! I highly recommend downloading the app and ordering ahead. They also have an amazing reward program.Always order the cream cheese flight.The employees are always sweet.“