22 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!!!“

“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 ?“

“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“

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

“P&O is such a fun little place to grab breakfast or lunch. The quantities you receive are, in my opinion, are shareable. If you don't want to share, you have enough for another meal. While you wait for your order, you can shop for little gifts for yourself or someone else. There are also many luxury bath items to indulge your senses.“

“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.“

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

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

“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.“

“Awesome space, very comfortable chairs and ample space. Quiet except for music which I wished would be more moderate. Latte very affordable $4.50 for a small and it is a generous size. Asked for little foam but still got a lot of foam. Maybe next time. Coffee is very good.“

“Best goat vindaloo i’ve ever tasted“

“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.“

“I absolutely love the food here! Everything is fresh and delicious (a little pricey) but overall I am pleased with each meal I have. I will say that something has definitely changed in the service- there has been often times that it felt like the staff felt overwhelmed, inattentive, and just generally unhappy, and that has not been the case the past few times I have visited. I was greeted immediately upon walking in and the woman taking my order was knowledgeable about the menu items and such a delight to talk to! Its truly a night and day change in customer service!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

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