50 Best Coffee Shops in Raleigh

“We love Little Blue Bakehouse and all of the local bakers they carry. It is a happy and safe spot that is family friendly and also a great place to meet up with friends. It is also the best Raleigh spot for me, a gluten eater, to find an entire case of gluten-free baked goods for my non-gluten family and friends that they actually love and want to eat.“

“Love coming to this small coffee shop! The drinks are always amazing and the staff is great!“

“So thankful to have met and heard about this amazing shop from a wonderful couple I took on a tour at my job today. Incredible product, beautiful mission, my husband and I will be supporting you! I can’t wait to come in and I have shared with coworkers.“

“Great gluten free options.“

“So thankful to have met and heard about this amazing shop from a wonderful couple I took on a tour at my job today. Incredible product, beautiful mission, my husband and I will be supporting you! I can’t wait to come in and I have shared with coworkers.“

“Great little neighborhood deli in N. Raleigh area. Ordered the Grand Gobbler on focaccia (bread was perfect & so fresh) & the potato salad (literally some of the best I’ve ever had). It was all so plentiful & so very good! Place has a very simple, but tasteful menu. Super nice staff working Sabrina & (Dalton brought our food out & spoke) he always does a perfect job on preparing our sandwiches! 🥪 Overall service was great! Definitely a must for a quick lunch stop! Will definitely be back asap!“

“Swanky, comfort, & chic. Love the mug’s & atmosphere. The muffins are amazeballs!“

“Great staff and great coffee. The iced carmel latte is my favorite.“

“Made me feel like I am back home in Europe.

Everything about this cafe and the experience AND the food. Fresh, delicious and delectable. This is a must stop by or order out. I had the Alpine with chickpeas and couscous and my friend had the Piedmont with beans and chickpeas. Definitely will return!!“

“Truly such a lovely place! It was perfect especially with the chill in the air, a warm Americano and dessert hit the spot!“

“Coffee was delicious and very well priced! The chocolates were amazing!“

“Love everything about this place“

“My barista, Sheridan, was an absolute delight. Her warm and friendly demeanor made me feel right at home. She went above and beyond to ensure that I had everything I needed, making my experience at the store truly exceptional. I would happily return just to have her as my barista. Every store should have a barista like her.“

“What an experience Sola is! A family farm to fork style coffee & plates place. Fresh ingredients with a smile. If you’re a local, you go to Sola! Great patio and place to meet for a quick business zoom call or a fun place to meet a gf for coffee!“

“First time in Raleigh and was looking for a bar and some coffee. I didn’t think I would get both until we went to Sir Walter Coffee. Painkiller cocktail and salted caramel espresso martinis were incredible. Super friendly atmosphere and Matteo makes awesome drinks. Highly recommend 👍🏼“

“Coffee and Breakfast Biscuit sandwich was excellent!“

“Looking for a cafe that is cat-inspired? This is the purr-fect place!
Jokes aside, this is a cozy cafe that also provides roasted beans. The owner and the staff are simply lovely to talk to, and all the drinks are cat name-inspired, a bonus if you are a cat person! I ordered a Purple Purr, which was a Lavender-Honey, and it was definitely a decent coffee!“

“Go see Barista Mancini. He makes the best espresso drinks“

“I got the strawberry tea w popping boba and the late night latte. loved the latte, it is sweet but that’s what I loved abt it. As for the strawberry tea the taste of black tea is very prevalent but the popping boba balances it out v well. staff was sweet and I loved the atmosphere :)“

“Lucky Tree is my favorite place to be. They have delicious baked goods, coffees, teas, IPAs, and Meades. The atmosphere is artsy, eclectic, and inclusive. Local artists sell an array of items. Also, I LOVE open mic nights!!! This place is a gem 💎“

“Coffee is wonderful ! We enjoyed visiting !“

“The BEST tasting coffee and amazing food !!“

“Ok Raleigh! Come to this spot! If you like tea, coffee, asian fusion. Thanks so much for the amazing chicken katsu sandwhich, I havent had chicken katsu since living in Vegas and it was so good! The couches need a little bit of tlc but they had a ton of tables and chairs and extra space, I’m loving it and will def be back!“

“I’m PDO, (pretty damn old) and don’t do well with all the modern technology. It was NO problem at Caribou. Elyse assisted me, patiently guiding me through and explaining how to do it. And then, the barista made a most delicious hot coffee beverage especially for me. It was wonderful and I will return again and encourage others to visit also. Thank you!“

“Absolutely loved coming here. A lot of cool artwork. Seating outside and inside. I got a pistachio oatmeal latte and it was very delicious. My boyfriend and I also got two donuts and they were also very yummy. I look forward to coming back here again.“

“The BEST tasting coffee and amazing food !!“

“My daughter, her bestie and I make the trip from VA to Wake Forest whenever we get a chance to get some of the fruit pastries. We usually get one of each then some to take back with us! The owner is super nice, the bakery is warm and welcoming but above all the pastries are heavenly. We have never been disappointed. I’m ready for another trip!“

“Their coffee is delicious! We love their Asiago bagels as well!“

“Great atmosphere with plenty of seating to relax. Great coffee and pastries. Friendly welcoming employees. And clean rest rooms.“

“I’ve been ordering whole bean coffee from Joe van gough for awhile and love trying the newer blends and specialty coffees, it’s what we get up for! So fresh!“

“Maria with Offline - I had the BLGT bagel sandwich — so good.
Tried the donuts (mango + original 🤍)
Third Place Chai was good, but I’d go coffee next time ☕
Added honey for a little sweetness 🍯

Bagel sandwiches are on point — definitely recommend.
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“Came in right at 8am. They serve black & white coffee. Friendly barista who thanked me for bringing my own mug, which sparked a convo about graduating from the same college at NCSU. If I didn’t live in Orange County, I’d come here weekly. Honestly kind of shocked a place like this is in corporate North Hills.“

“very tasty pastries!!!!!!“

“Awesome staff!“

“I like the daily specials they have. Everyone is so friendly. My first time there I had a large order and Stephanie helped me out to my car. This is my new favorite place to stop for a coffee.“

“I’m so happy I stumbled across this place. I used to have a local spot in Arizona that I thought made the best Karak chai ever, and I was honestly worried I wouldn’t find anything that compared after moving to NC. Haraz Coffee House proved me wrong! Their Karak is incredible!

Why it’s worth a visit:
- Customized Karak: The tea is so good, and I love that you can actually customize it. I usually get mine with a milk alternative and honey for the sweetener, and it’s perfect every time.
- The Vibe: The atmosphere is just cool. It’s really inviting and has that rare feeling where you can just sit and stay as long as you want without feeling rushed.
- The Treats: I haven’t tried the pastries yet, but they look amazing in the display.

If you’re looking for a great cup of chai and a place where you can actually relax for a while, this is definitely the spot.“

“Super yummy, friendly staff. Great spot!“

“buen servicio👏 recomiendo al 100👏“

“It’s a beautiful bakery, with kind staff and was overall a good experience. In my personal opinion the croissants are the absolute star of the bakery. The pimiento cheese croissant is what southern dreams are made of. The peanut butter cookies were good, as was the baguette (a little more salt and it would have been great, but that’s just being nit-picky). The cinnamon roll was a little on the dry side, maybe could have benefited from a little more glaze, but had a good flavor overall. The shortbread was the heartbreaker for me, but only because I really love shortbread and had high expectations. Shortbread is supposed to be very buttery, and I tasted very little butter. The glaze overpowered it a bit, and I think it messed with the texture as well. If it had been a bit thicker, I doubt the glaze would have affected it as it had. It’s still such a cute cookie, and it’s not the end of the world. Especially with the friendliness of the staff and the variety they had, I know it’s a lot of work and everyone is going to like different things. For me those croissants will be something I dream about, and I can’t say enough good things about. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.“

“I have been going to this location every week (at least once) for a couple of years as it’s right outside my neighborhood. There have been times they got it wrong but every time I have been I have had excellent customer service, and they have fixed the problem right away. Most times it’s been right on the money! The staff is friendly and I love connecting with the drive thru person in some way, whether talking about my company or a mutually loved football team. I’ll keep coming here because it’s consistent and brings joy to me every week. Thanks to the staff!“

“Great atmosphere, coffee and food. Glad your back!“

“If you’re on a diet, do NOT go to Jack and Paul… unless your diet includes “happiness,” “zero self-control,” and “just one more dessert” (which turns into five).

First off, the service? Unreal. Sergei and Svitlana don’t just serve you—they welcome you like long-lost family who finally came home… and they fully support your questionable decision to order multiple desserts “for later.” (Spoiler: there is no later.)

Now let’s talk about the food. Every single thing I’ve tried has been ridiculously good. I keep thinking, “Okay THIS will be the one that’s just decent”… nope. Wrong again. The desserts are so good they should probably come with a warning label.

Also, the place is ALWAYS packed—which tells you everything you need to know. You don’t get lines like that unless something magical is happening behind the counter.

It’s the perfect spot whether you want to grab a quick treat, hang out for a bit, or pretend you’re only there for coffee while quietly ordering dessert #3. Great for families, great for solo visits, great for anyone who enjoys joy.

Bottom line: I’ve never had a single thing there that wasn’t delicious. Honestly, the only problem is leaving.

10/10… would happily ruin my diet here again.“

“Addicted to this place. It’s right by my job and I stop by every week for a cinnamon roll and doughnuts for my boys. The doughnuts are delish but the cinnamon rolls are literally the best I’ve ever had and have a cream cheese frosting that isn’t overly sweet. Also like them on FB, I did and received a gift card for $10.“

“My first time back to a Caribou in many years (unfortunately - glad to be make in the triangle!) Anyway, this location is beautiful and I want to thank Brooke so much for her smile, kindness and her super happy mood which is so contagious! I am now in a great mood with a yummy latte and an added bonus a bag of Reindeer blend!!“

“COFFEE! of course. Makes my morning every day.“

“Great place, awesome coffee, dead basil plant, great baristas(my favorite is Autumn, she’s amazing!), great value, yummy food. Personal Favorites are the Jalapeño Pimento Cheese sandwich, avocado toast and banana bars that are all freshly prepared.“

“My dining experience here was above and beyond. The food was not crazy priced and they absolutely could because the quality was unmatched. From the moment we walked in and saw the nice decor and how clean it was I was excited we met Shaun at the door he was very helpful and explained how to go about ordering our food. I did not order a full meal. I did à la carte and he was so helpful. The food was amazing flavor. The jelly and the biscuits were to die for I got the brisket, potatoes and fried green tomatoes. I’m used to going to restaurants and then being upset that I won’t order a whole meal but I prefer à la cart so I can try different items that I want 10 out of 10 definitely will return the GM Anthony Perry was also amazing. We will definitely be returning.“

“The pumpkin pie we got for Thanksgiving was absolutely delicious. The buttery, flaky crust and perfect spice profile was perfect and we will be ordering another for Christmas and want to try the apple pie as well!“

“I wasn’t sure what I wanted. I told the young lady at the drive-through what I normally lean towards and I told her to surprise me with an iced or hot and make it something yummy. Boy did deja brew deliver! I have now told anybody in my path about how awesome my experience was there. #SupportLocalBusinesses“

“ice coffee or the hot always a good way to start your day“