The Optimist Raleigh

$ • Coffee Shops, Cafe

Hours:
1000 Brookside Dr STE 109, Raleigh
(919) 896-8988

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The Optimist Raleigh Reviews

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4.3 (116)
Restaurantji Rating

Stopped in on a road trip and felt so welcomed! A refreshing, eclectic space with friendly staff, we also messaged them a question before stopping in and they responded quickly and kindly! Croissants were nice and airy, tried the barista special, a pomegranate espresso tonic, it was well balanced and you can tell they put care into crafting quality espresso!!

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Okay, it’s been hard to find a good solid coffee spot but the moment I walked in, I felt it in my BONES. From the staff, to the ambience, the coffee, the food and let me also mention Jose, he brought our food out and really made an impact without him even knowing it. This is the place to be!!!!!!

Restaurantji Rating

Stopped by today for the first time as I needed to kill some time and hadn’t had a caffeine fix yet..I was not disappointed! I’ve never sat in a coffee shop before- I’ve always taken mine to go. The atmosphere felt like in a movie or in a tv show- people doing their work, catching up with a friend, enjoying a nice handcrafted drink. The aesthetic is pleasing- cozy without feeling old & stuffy. The staff was friendly- Hannah greeted me immediately with a smile when I walked...read full review

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Hours

Monday 7AM - 6PM
Tuesday 7AM - 6PM
Wednesday 7AM - 6PM
Thursday 7AM - 6PM
Friday 7AM - 6PM
Saturday 7AM - 6PM
Sunday 8AM - 6PM
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