I tell you the truth whenever I give a five star is because they're deserving meeting all top tiers and critters in my restaurant journey; [[HIGHLIGHT]]the food the service and always go check out the ambiance please :D.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A Place at the Table is Raleigh first pay as you go kitchen, there's no limit on the quality of the team, volunteers and atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] With eatery space outdoors, indoor and upstairs a fast kitchen with flavorful healthy options stop in and volunteer for a hour for a meal or pay the suggested option prices given. Flavorful rich creamy soup with fresh crisp ingredients!!! The staff is welcoming always greeting with a smile and cheerful loving family feel this kitchen is the way foundation of service should be. Thank you for always pursuing I have a great experience. . read more

A Place At The Table - Breakfast burrito turkey Whites bean chili soup Fruits - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I really enjoyed the mission of this restaurant and fully support the work that they do! Bonus points that the food was super delicious. I got the honey chicken Sammie. If I was in the area I would definitely be back! read more

A Place At The Table - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I thought the rumors were too good to be true, but nope. Not only does A Place at The Table have an incredible mission, the food and service are also really good. We visited on a weekday morning for breakfast. Before 9 am there wasn't much of a line, but after 9 am it picks up. A welcoming volunteer greeted us at the door and introduced us to the concept. We could order at the counter and pay the suggested rate (~$10-12/meal), pay a reduced rate (at least $3), purchase a meal token to give away ($10), and/or make a donation. Another option is to volunteer for an hour for a free meal. We paid the suggested rate for breakfast (dine-in) and lunch (to-go). Cream and sugar for coffee is available near the counter. Everything else was brought to our table. All the volunteers we interacted with were incredibly friendly and efficient. They checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed and removed empty plates as we finished. We all enjoyed each of the items ordered. I especially enjoyed the spicy cheddar biscuit paired with perfectly cooked eggs and avocado with pickled onions. The chicken salad sandwich was also really good. You get a decent portion of chicken salad and a side salad. I chose the pepper jelly vinaigrette for the salad and loved it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restrooms: two restrooms are available. One was closed for cleaning and the other was occupied throughout our meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking: metered street parking available out front. Overall, we had a positive experience here and highly recommend this restaurant to others! read more

A Place At The Table - Eggs, spicy cheddar biscuit, avocado with pickled onions, and hot tea - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This place is awesome. The business idea is super meaningful and I hope everyone comes and support their mission. The chicken and waffle I got was delicious. The chicken was juicy, the waffle was well seasoned, and the sauce was incredible. I wish they'd given gave me the option to add more chicken for few more bucks. Overall I'd definitely comeback when I'm in Raleigh again! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is very spacious as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

A Place At The Table - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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All the 5 star reviews will tell you all you need to know. They offer healthy, delicious food and benefit a good cause. We were warmly welcomed by a volunteer who explained how they operate and recommended some options from the menu. We can't wait to come back next time we visit Raleigh! read more

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"Pay What You Can in Downtown Raleigh" Came here on a busy Saturday morning at 10am. There were a few tables outside, but it was HOT, so we went in. A nice lady was standing by the door to explain how things worked-- order at the counter and get a number, but it's "pay what you can". They have suggested prices, and a strongly suggested minimum price. But she noted there are options to work for a while if that's a better alternative. And she noted we can "pay it forward" for another later guest, which is done via tip. (That last one scared me a little bit-- I hope the staff are still getting a living wage if the tips are going to paying it forward...) My friend and I both got the avocado toast. I also got a basil lemonade (I think?) drink, and she got an iced coffee. We got a number and sat at a table. There's a decent amount of seating, and I was surprised tables were available. We sat at a community table but didn't really chat with the others there. Food came out in maybe 10 minutes or so. VERY good toast-- the eggs were exactly as we wanted them, good fresh avocado, and good bread. The basil lemonade was amazingly refreshing, too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The whole place was good and relatively clean (including restroom).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And they bus the tables for you when you're done. This was exactly what we needed, delicious food, as good a price as one can imagine, and a great setting. Check it out!!! read more

This is an amazing restaurant. Had some of the best waffles I've ever had here. Craft coffees are excellent as well. What I did not know before walking in (based on recommendations) was that this restaurant is Community driven. It's a beautiful thing to see and a model I'd love to see more of. Service is excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dining room is immaculately clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As mentioned we were really happy with the food. Win win. Good humans doing good things here. read more

Love the business model here! It's really cool that you can pay what you can, and also there's an option to help in the back if you can't afford your meal. Being from out of town we wanted to try all the biscuits we could get our hands on over the weekend we were here. The cheddar biscuit sandwich proved a more sturdy and savory biscuit, while the regular biscuit was flaky and buttery. Both were really good! I appreciated that they had vegetarian options as I'm trying to eat less meat :) My only complaint was that the syrup they put in the latte for cinnamon flavor, or the almond milk used added slight oiliness to the top of our latte which made it not sit well with our stomachs. Might just be that we aren't used to processing that type of ingredient. read more

This was my first time experiencing a café with a mission like this, and it left such a powerful impression. A Place At The Table operates on a pay-what-you-can model--you can pay the suggested price, pay less, or even donate more to help cover someone else's meal. You also have the option to volunteer in exchange for food, which adds another beautiful layer to the experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment I walked in, the space felt warm and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff greeted me with genuine smiles, and you could feel the kindness and care woven into the very fabric of the place. There's something truly special about being in an environment where everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances, is treated with dignity and love. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting is intimate, with seating options downstairs, upstairs, and even outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has a cozy elegance, perfect for connecting with others or simply enjoying a peaceful moment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the Braswell Breakfast--simple, hearty, and absolutely delicious. This isn't just a place to eat--it's a place to feel seen, to give back, and to witness community in action. If you're in downtown Raleigh and want to enjoy a great meal while supporting an incredible cause, I highly recommend checking out A Place At The Table. It's more than a café--it's a reminder of what community should feel like. Until next time! read more

A Place At The Table - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I have had the opportunity to eating at A Place at the Table prior to the pandemic and after and I will say that the concept has stayed the same and the food continuously gets better and better. If you have never eaten here I would highly recommend it because it is an opportunity to giveback while you enjoy delicious food! My family and I normally go to APATT on the weekends. We love their sausage biscuits, pop tarts and anything sweet that they make. On this particular visit I ordered their: Huevos Rancheros VG GF Fried Corn Tortillas, Black Beans, Sunny-Side Up Eggs (2), Ranchero Sauce, Cilantro, Lime Crema Vanilla Latte I ended up paying for both things at full price but I had the option to pay what I could or help wash dishes which I thought was amazing! The restaurant is cleaned and the staff is great! On this particular day there was a lot of foot traffic and people were coming in and out. All of the staff was friendly no matter who you were! read more

I heard about this restaurant and decided to check it. What stood out for me was the menu. It had what I was looking for. Fresh made food. The turkey and chicken are fresh, not the processed deli meats. The food is great. It had a home made fresh taste. I was greeted warmly at the door. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is buzzing with people.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You have options for payment that includes, paying it forward, paying the full price, which is nominal, and just paying what you can. I will certainly go back often. read more

Finally made it to Raleigh's "pay what you can" cafe located downtown. I visited in a Sunday morning so parking was easy and service was prompt. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There's plenty of food options for various dietary preferences. I participated in the relaunch of their walk club hosted on Sundays at 9am and had a fabulous time. A volunteer led us around downtown for ~3 miles and we returned back to the cafe for drinks and food. Would def come back for this event! The weather was perfect and it's a great way to meet people while also getting in some steps! read more

this place is so yummy! I tried the turkey and it was so ggoooood. the people were very friendly and they wer very nice when i told them about my dietary restirictions. the fruit was yummy. MMMMMMMMM WOULD RECCOMEND PLS PLS PLS PLS PLS PLS PLS PLS GO. IT SO GOOD! YOU HAVE TO! IF YOU DONT YOUR MISSING OUT! IF YOU DONT IM JUST WARNING YOU! if you dont i will find you and take you there that is how good it is. it was delish! read more

A Place At The Table - what the food taste like. very nice. - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great food, friendly staff. 1st time here was great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean restaurant, quick service the Breakfast Plate was good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

4.5 stars. The food here is really good and FAST. The cooks are amazing and I watched them for a while as I was waiting in line to order (more on that below) The rate which they must have to prepare food for the amount of patrons is like superhero level. Came on a weekday around 1pm and there was no line. Wanted to take my husband back so brought him on a Saturday at 11 and there were about 18 people in line ahead of me. I figured we're already here, how long can it take for 18 people to order? Well, it wasn't great. Do not come here on a weekend if 1) you are hungry 2) you have young kids 3) you have somewhere to be.. we had all 3 of this lovely combination and let me tell you, it was definitely not fun. At one point someone announced the kitchen was on pause... umm, okay. I ended up standing in line to order for nearly 50 minutes. I understand this place is quite unique and absolutely love what they are doing in the community. But 50 minutes is a pretty absurd amount of time just to order. They had one person taking orders. I think the line would help move quicker if 2 people were taking orders. And of course some people can be so annoying, it's like you had 10-40 minutes to decide what to order yet once they finally arrive to the front and get their moment to order, they are still deciding..?? ‍ This place is really chaotic and one volunteer serving food seemed overwhelmed as she had to navigate thru the ordering line to deliver food on the other side. She started having some attitude with people in line, it's like, um it's not our fault. The food came out within maybe 5 minutes after ordering! I basically went to wash my hands and when I sat down the food was there. Props to how fast the food actually comes out. So minus half a star for how long it took to order and the staff seemingly having zero regard for anyone's time. But obviously many stars for how a place at the table serves the community and the food is fast, hot, delicious, and reasonably priced for all. read more

A Place At The Table - Everyone being very tolerant of how long it was taking to order. - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I arrived here around 12:35pm on a Sunday afternoon for brunch with my friend. It was very busy. There is a pay for parking lot across the street. I'd suggest downloading ParkMobile if you don't already. It was $5.95 for an hour. Once inside, there was a person by the door who explained the concept. Their mission is "A Place at the Table provided community and good food for all regardless of meals". Payment options: -Pay suggested price -Pay less than the suggested price ($3 or more for entree and a side/pastry/drink OR pay less than $3 for any side/pastry/drink) -Volunteer in the cafe for one hour for your meal -Pay it forward by buying a $10 place card to give to someone in the community or for someone who comes in an cannot afford meal We waited in line for 15 minutes prior to ordering. My friend and I both did the build you own breakfast. I got 1/2 buttermilk waffle, bacon, and eggs. I got bacon jam as my condiment. I also got a side of buttermilk biscuit. My friend the 1/2 buttermilk waffle, grits, and bacon. I paid the suggested price for the meal and left a tip (that is considered a donation to the cause). They have outside seating and an upstairs sitting area. We sat upstairs. There were 3 tables. The steps upstairs has writing that says "All are welcome". We received our food 5 mins later. The bacon was so crispy and delicious! The eggs were tasty too; I didn't have to add anything to them. My waffle was awesome, especially with the bacon jam and syrup. I added my remaining bacon jam to my biscuit and it was great. No complaints at all! I would most definitely return! I noticed so many volunteers! They were on it too! Tables didn't remain dirty long. They were also extremely friendly. I love the concept and I highly recommend this establishment! read more

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So this is a very unique restaurant. A place at the table is a restaurant that anyone to eat even if you don't have any money. You have options, you can pay what you can, you can volunteer in service, you can pay more, or you can donate, or you can pay it forward. The food was very very good, the service was very good, everyone was friendly. What a special concept in the execution of all of it was amazing. Please go visit this place, it's exceptional and a grand idea. read more

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First time here and was greeted so warmly. A volunteer explained how everything works and I picked the Huevos Rancheros, some potato soup and a lavender lemonade. I know, it's a weird combo, but I wanted to try multiple things. The food was phenomenal!! I felt like I was being transported to Mexico with delightful and authentic flavors. Potato soup Was also amazing.Love that it's - Food with a cause. read more

A Place At The Table - Huevos Rancheros, potato soup - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This place is truly an amazing environment and you are immediately surrounded by incredible people. With an amazing mission, you are able to support by buying a great meal at the cost on the menu or by an amount you can afford. There is also the option to buy a meal card for someone in need, or volunteering your time in exchange for a meal. read more

This place is amazing. I love the concept and am so happy to support their efforts. Food was so fast and delicious. Everyone was so kind that worked and volunteered there. Highly recommend. read more

A Place At The Table - Eggs and bacon - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Excellent catering for breakfast and lunch. Fantastic partners for any event in the Raleigh NC area!

This adorable cafe near the convention center serves up lovely food for a good cause. There's someone at the door to greet you and explain how their business model works. It's pay-what-you-can, with the option to round up to pay it forward to help those in need. It's staffed by many volunteers as well as people who are working to defray the cost of their food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was warm, welcoming, and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My dining companion and I had the avocado toast, and it was just perfect. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good food in a friendly space with a good cause, to boot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I left with a full tummy and a full heart. read more

We recently tried this place for the first time and the staff were very friendly and patient with my partner and I. We have gone back twice since the initial visit and plan to make this spot one of our go to's. read more

This is an incredible restaurant with an important mission and great food! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I got to enjoy breakfast with good service and a nice atmosphere on a weekday morning.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

A Place At The Table - Huevos rancheros - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I'm new to this pay what you can restaurant but it seems to work. Line was long at midday but it moved. The staff was very friendly and the food came out quickly. Eggs were spot on and the biscuit with the bacon Jan was very good. Although I didn't have any the baked goods looked really good especially the cinnamon rolls. Pricing is not bad at all. If I'm in the area I'll definitely come by again. read more

I really appreciate the purpose of this place. The food was very good, but the spirit of this place and the people there is even better. Offering flexible payment for people who may be food insecure and allowing options like paying full price, volunteering for food, or paying what you're able to pay vs the full price sets this place a part from anywhere we went while in Raleigh. The name really describes the environment and the thought that went into the execution. While we were there we saw several volunteering for food and it felt good to pay full price and support such a powerful community movement. But don't get it twisted the food is also on point! We got huevos rancheros, a buffalo chicken sandwich, coffee and tea and everything was delicious. So not only are they looking out for the community it's serving up excellent food! Seating is available, it's a small store front and it stayed full but the food came out in short order. If you're in Raleigh come here for lunch and you'll be happy with your food and your contribution to the community. read more

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Incredibly fast and friendly service. Wonderful coffee. The food was delicious. My teenage daughter devoured the avocado toast.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a bright and cheery place with delicious food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone we met had a smile and the food was soooo yummy! Highly recommend. read more

A Place At The Table is a non-profit, pay what you can cafe, where everyone is welcome to come and dine. They have it set up where you can pay for your meal in full; pay at least three dollars; volunteer for an hour; or you can use a Place Card (token) for your meal. When I entered I was asked if I had been to the cafe before and shown the menu and where to order. I noticed that the prices were very reasonable for the selections. At the register, if you pay it forward there is no tip option. But I was told that if you do not pay it forward it is an option to tip and you can pay it forward that way. After you order you are given a number and when you beverage and food are ready a volunteer brings it to your table. The idea of the non profit was to give a choice of what patrons can eat. You can order breakfast or lunch here at all hours. I went with the breakfast platter and got a half waffle; scrambled eggs and a biscuit. It was a lot of carbs but I wanted to try the biscuit and the 1/2 waffle was great. We sat in the side with the cash register but the other room is so colorful so I want to sit in there next time. read more

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When we first walked in the line felt LONG and slow, but I am so glad we stayed with it. The food and coffees were both DELICIOUS, and learning about their volunteer model was heart-warming. If I lived closer, this would be a regular stop for me. read more

A Place At The Table is one of the best cafes I've ever eaten at. I love the pay-what-you-can business model. Because of the pay-what-you-can business model, you can pay for your meal in one of four ways 1) pay the suggested price 2) pay less than the suggested price ($3 or more gets you an entree plus a side, pastry, or drink; less than $3 gets only a side, pastry ,or drink. 3) volunteer for one hour for your meal 4) pay it forward by buying one or more place cards for $10 each or adding a tip which counts as a donation towards furthering the mission of providing community and good food to all, regardless of their means. With the New menu, I personally recommend the Beefy Grilled Cheese or the chicken & waffles. If you get the Beefy Grilled Cheese, you have to get the Sweet Potato Tots as a side. Also, the Cinnamon Roll Latte (iced or hot) is absolutely delicious. read more

This is the first time I have ever been to a restaurant of this kind. The concept behind this is wholeheartedly the best! There are different ways to pay for your meal here. 1) you pay the suggested price on the menu 2) you can pay $3 or more/ $3 or less...whatever you can afford 3) volunteer in the cafe for an hour, 4) buy a $10 meal card to pay forward. I was blown away by how efficient everything was. The lady behind the counter was really nice.m I opted for a sausage, egg, and cheese on a buttermilk biscuit. This was delicious!! Hubby ordered the huevos rancheros. We found a table all the way to the left in the back room. There is seating upstairs and outside as well. I saw a table with a couple workers/volunteers giving out coffee to other volunteers. I also ordered a chai tea which was delicious! I enjoyed my sandwich, and I love to see community involvement. I will definitely come back when back in the area. read more

The whole concept can't get any better! What a brilliant way of really promoting inclusivity and opportunity in the community. The service is fast, the menu is not overly complicated and the quality of our meals were great. Happy to have found this spot for a good homie breakfast. I recommend the waffles read more

Went with wife (gluten allergy and dairy free) and I am diabetic, have Alpha Gal and have a tree nut allergy. Went because of the healthier slant to the menu. Mostly sandwiches and other faster type choices. You stand in line to order, they give you a number and you wait. They will bring the food to the table. I had a turkey sandwich and she had a chicken salad sandwich. Both were very good. The name refers to their practice of allowing those folks who can't pay for a meal to have "a place at the table". People can pay forward a meal for a person or family who can't afford something otherwise. So the mix of people in the restaurant is dramatic. From homeless to business people looking for lunch. Because of this the place gets a little chaotic - lots of people waiting for food, people hanging outside, etc. just understand that when coming. We will return - love the concept and the food is worth a return on its own! read more

We were visiting our son and he suggested we eat here. First off, what a great concept - a pay what you can restaurant where everyone is welcome. We were warmly welcomed and the concept was fully explained to us and we got in line. We ordered the chicken and waffle and the hot honey chicken Sammie. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but the food was absolutely amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff was incredibly friendly and the place was extremely clean and well run.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would highly recommend when you're in town. read more

Good food, with a mission - pay what you can, and no one is turned away. Those who cannot afford are afforded the chance to work for their meals in exchange. Food was really quite good, vibe was warm and cozy, and it is a dining experience one can feel good about. Small acts of kindness can change the world over time, and I truly believe this local eatery does so with every serving. I recommend the breakfast! The coffee & pastries were also quite good if you're on the go! read more

A Place At The Table - The huevos rancheros! - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The food was amazing, the waffle was the highlight of the breakfast. The service is outstanding. [[HIGHLIGHT]]You will not find a friendliest place in the city.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] At a time when some government people is saying empathy is a weakness, this place is an oasis of what the world needs to be. Highly recommended. read more

The concept is amazing. Providing food to those in need and the ability for those that can, to pay it forward. You'd think it would be basic but it's not. The food is outstanding. I had a short rib grilled cheese that was stellar. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service is so quick and everyone so friendly which really adds to the ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Such a cool concept. It's a pay what you can kind of establishment. You can choose to pay asking price or more or less. They don't ask questions. They just let you choose. Many people paid more than asking price to help cover meals of others. I love this for humanity and find it refreshing in a time where the world seems to brittle. Hoping this place lasts for a long time. Only giving it 4 stars because the tea was bland. Other than that it was great. My sandwich was super tasty. read more

A Place At The Table - Cafes Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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We love this place and their mission. Food and support are so important. Maggie has done an awesome job and brings in the community, volunteers and a changing menu. We go here every time we are here in Raleigh. It is a lovely one mile walk there to earn a cheese biscuit read more