24 Best Cafes in Durham

“Decided to come to New World Cafe for breakfast while I was in Durham NC. The food was amazing! The customer service was spectacular!!! Logan served us and was so patient and welcoming. We would definitely be back. Oh, and the hot cocoa….smh…words can not describe how delicious it is(with whipped cream) Yum 😋“

“My first time checking taterbread cafe out. I have to say I was pleased with the food. The potatoes were flavored so well. I’m a chef myself & can be critical at times but overall I had a good experience here. Plus it’s close to my house so I can stop on the way to work. Can’t ask for a better outcome“

“Anissa’s is truly a hidden gem of the Triangle. They make some of the best food in the area, period, the end. Especially if you’re trying to stay healthy, they have the freshest Acai bowls that they customize to your liking and no added sugar like other places. On top of that they have a loyalty card and after 10 berries, you can get a free bowl. The service is bar none, after my 3rd time they had my order memorized, which is why I go in once/twice a week!!!“

“This place is wow. Amazing beautiful deserts. Always fresh. Paninis! Unusual for NC as well, great selection. And the custom croissant sandwich I had today with egg, ham, tomatoe and lettuce was warm and heavenly. Also love the pictures on the walls.“

“Loved the friendly atmosphere and dog friendly“

“the best sandwiches in the triangle, hands down. I love no. 11 (egg salad) and no. 22 (turkey and havarti - pictured).

they are absolute whoppers and always so fresh and so tasty. the staff are all very lovely and even during the lunch rush the sandwiches are quick to come out.“

“I got the Greek omelette with light feta spinach and peppers ! It was amazing ! Great lil spot!“

“Looking for lunch one day and thought I would try Cafe Meridian. One time is all it took. My new favorite lunch spot. Everything I have tried is tasty. Tried the Fiesta chicken. Would eat that daily! Yum.“

“Friendly staff and great food. Was worth the wait.“

“Order the Tigerz Woodz!! I repeat, ORDER THE TIGERZ WOODZ!!!! The most incredible Arnold Palmer you’ll ever have in your life. My dad has been ordering nothing but Arnie palmers when he goes out for the past 20+ years and he claimed this is the best one he’s ever had. The mango pie drink was also absolutely exquisite ?“

“Found this near our rental. Love the biscuits and the donuts are even better. They get crowded so prepare for a wait but it’s worth it in the end.“

“Lo mejor de lo mejor , buen servicio , excelente limpieza , la comida exquisita ?.“

“Best goat vindaloo i’ve ever tasted“

“We were next door having our windshield chip repaired and i waited till it was finished and decided to get something to eat. Saladelia was fantastic! I got tuna on sourdough (the softest i ever had) bread. The only downside is that they do not accept cash. But i just used my credit card. If you do not mind using your CC... Then i highly recommend Saladelia!
Btw.. they have Gluten free options as well.“

“Fantastic place. I was on a long road trip with my dog and really needed to get some work done, which required wi-fi. I couldn't find a single place that was dog friendly (indoors on a 90+ degree day) and also had Wi-Fi to get my work done. But Foster Street coffee came to the rescue. They are dog friendly inside, have Wi-Fi, have comfortable tables to sit at, really friendly baristas who made me feel welcome, and one of the most delicious flavored iced teas I have ever had. Will definitely return if I come through the Durham area again. Thanks Foster Street!“

“We decided to check this place out for breakfast and it was okay. The CrossFit place next door is horrible with noise but I understand that is out of their control. We didn’t know where to enter at first but the business shares the entrance with the Encounter church. The menu is limited, nothing comes with a side. The lattes are good. I got a bagel sandwich and it was good. However, my husband ordered chocolate chip pancakes but they tasted like cinnamon French toast.“

“Mixed feelings. Ordering on line was easy. Ordered 3 plates of French toast with eggs and sausage. Arrived and only had to wait a few minutes for my food. I asked for butter and was told they are all out after she looked in the fridge. I was disappointed because I like my French toast with butter. It’s a rare treat. When I asked how could a breakfast establishment be out of butter she then stated “we only include it if you ask”. Sooooo...I’m asking now? Also, there was no option to request butter on line. Every restaurant where I’ve ordered waffles, pancakes or French toast has just included butter. On the positive, the portions were large and the French toast was good. I did not like the way the eggs were made - scrambled with cheese just placed on top instead of mixed in.“

“Definitely one of my favorite spots! Would recommend to anyone.“

“Had a great experience here ! Taylor was a great server , will definitely be back and will be asking for her !!“

“We ordered bagged lunches for a field trip. The communication from the cafe was excellent through the entire process. The food was ready when we arrived and each bag was labeled with the names and orders from the spreadsheet that I sent. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic.“

“A whole vibe for sure . Loved JJ. Will be back“

“Absolutely amazing! Real honest and delicious coffee from people who really care. The energy is beautiful and the coffee is consciously sourced. My favorite coffee shop in Durham!“

“Omg First time stopping in. I had to call back to rave about the customer service and the food. I will definitely be back .. One happy Customer..“

“What y'all don't know is that the OWNER is an actual culinary GENIUS. So when you mix a genuine love of coffee (and flavors) with formal training, you get this amazing experience from Blackology Coffee Company. Definitely worth a try. I recommend 5/5 (or 10/10). Shout out to this Black Woman Owned Business!!! Proud of you LA! You've been planning this since we were little.“