Nice bakery and cafe in the village shopping area. Very busy and matches pinehurst's type of shop. It isn't as welcoming as other shops but they were busy so it may be better during the week. Coffee souring is good but not done in house. Pastries many choices for pastries but a little disappointing. They suggested them to be warmed and it was still cold. Tasted good but warmed it would have been better and fresh strawberries would have really made it amazing read more

So the ambiance here is great. Loved sitting outside drinking a coffee on a beautiful day. Got the eclair cake which is exactly what you'd think. Ordered the breakfast burrito which I didn't finish because it was just meh. The chocolate strawberry cinnamon roll was delicious. And the coffee was not bad but not my favorite. I'll still go back when I'm in the area. read more

Such a nice bakery. Plenty of parking even on a Saturday. The line was to the door, we had about 15 people in front of us- line went quickly, drinks were pretty quick. I had the regular hot coffee with toasted coconut syrup. The food came out at different times in about 30 minutes. Best part you can bring your well behaved dog. Plenty of seats inside and out. Quite enough if you want to do paperwork. read more

Agora Bakery and Cafe - You can bring you dog - Cafes Near Me - Pinehurst, North Carolina

Easily one of the greatest cafes in the state of NC. Beautiful and unique space, friendly staff, and delicious food and coffee. Such beautiful natural light coming into the space and very clean while also very busy. read more

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We visited Pinehurst for the day and really enjoyed Agora. Unfortunately we got there an hour before closing, so most of the pastries were sold out. We tried the macarons and espresso pull apart bun. Both were delicious, although we felt the dough of the espresso bun was a little underbaked as it was quite dense and squishy inside. The lavender matcha latte was really good. The ambiance was also really pretty. Definitely a great brunch spot read more

Agora Bakery and Cafe - Iced cardamom rose latte, iced lavender matcha latte, and espresso pull apart - Cafes Near Me - Pinehurst, North Carolina

My husband and I stopped here a few days ago and then again a few days later. The line to the one register is always long and you have to arrive early to get any baked goods. The coffees are all one size and they have hot breakfast options. We like the breakfast burritos and the cronuts. The prices are on par with every other coffee shop. Seating is limited inside, the tables are still warm from the previous customers. They do bring you food and coffee to the table. My only recommendation is to find a new process for customer orders. I understand its a small operating coffee shop with one barista but the customers pack in and more would come if they processed through faster. Definitely recommend you give them a shot. read more

Absolutely stunning location with great service and many seating options. The food was delicious. The pastries were 10/10 and I may have had my favorite lavender latte of all time. If I was a local, I'd be back every week! read more

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Wow what a nice find, located in an old Bank Building this coffee shop / cafe is great. Best late I have had in a long time, go for three shots!! Simple but very good breakfast entrees; check it out read more

We went on a Sunday morning and the crowed grew quickly- we could see why. We both had delicious coffee drinks and biscuit breakfast sandwiches. Would definitely go back and try additional items. read more

Agora Bakery and Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Pinehurst, North Carolina

Food, ambiance, and location all great! We went for brunch, had crepes with a side of bacon, oh so yummy! Avocado toast was spot on! Great coffee too! read more

Breakfast burrito is amazing at Agora Bakery! The coffee, espresso and all the bakery items on the menu that we've had are exceptional!

We have lived in Pinehurst for years and usually have breakfast after church. We have tried over a dozen places and decided to try this cafe despite the limited menu. My eggs were lukewarm, sausage dry and cold. The sourdough toast was good. They ran out of coffee. How does that happen in a cafe? We drank decaf instead of waiting for them to brew regular. A lot of workers standing around. My husband ordered an almond crepe. A COLD almond crepe. I have never heard of a cold crepe. It doesn't say it is cold on the menu. But it was mushy and so disappointing that he only ate half of it. The cafe is attractive but that is about it. Lots of Millennials and social media types, and a few younger golfers thrown in the mix. While it doesn't have the cool vibe we prefer the Trackside, Greenbow or Village Cafe for great food that is hot and where the service is great. read more

Great food and service. Always visit when I'm in town. Great location in downtown Pinehurst.

We stopped by for a morning coffee. The pastry and coffee were delicious. A great venue with good indoor and outdoor seating. A transformed bank , with a vault and a few an antiquities to enjoy. Bright and open with seating for getting caught up on emails or just a friendly coffee chat with a friend. Order at the counter and buzzed when ready. I ordered a regular drip coffee which was bold and rich. The pastry's looked so good we ordered two. The espresso pull apart and an almond croissant! Very good and great with coffee. We ordered a couple croissants to go and they were very good. We would definitely go back. read more

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My absolute favorite coffee in the Sandhills area (and I'm picky with my coffee!) The vibe is relaxed but very modern, and they are dog friendly! Additionally, this cafe is a beautiful event space. I hosted my rehearsal dinner here and was so happy with the way everything turned out! Could not recommend this place more read more

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We had a delicious cinnamon cream cheese macaron and Kougin-amman! Of course espresso and coffee was delish!! The service was mediocre, seemed disorganized and confused. The coffee was out and we watched it brew until 7 minutes after dripping that we finally asked if they could bring the coffee out. We would try it again as every place has an off day. read more

Agora Bakery and Cafe - Cinnamon cream cheese macaron and Kougin-amman, Of course espresso and coffee. - Cafes Near Me - Pinehurst, North Carolina

Please figure out a quality ordering system. Add another POS, permit online ordering, and streamline the to-go pickup process. We ordered over the phone bc the site wasn't allowing orders. We arrived to pickup but there was no designated area and no one answered the phone after several attempts so we could receive guidance. No parking resulted in driving in repeated circles while my husband had to wait in line and we were late to an engagement. I get that it's busy, that you want fast money in an affluent area, and that your counter people are trying their hardest with the limited resources and oversight they're provided. But there are a ton of similar setups that make the process work more efficiently. I encourage you to study up on this concept, MBA or not. At this point, I'd just patronize the coffee shop down the sidewalk (rhymes with "post office") where the food, coffee, and service are phenomenal- and timely. read more

Great spot right in village. I live in pinehurst and not a ton of good restaurants with the service you would expect in bigger cities However this place is extremely rigid in terms of ordering. I tried to place an order at the counter at 10:58, but the lunch menu did not start till 11:00. They would not let me order. I will never come back to this place which is unfortunate as there are only a few cool spots in town. Also they were out of many mimosa types and other specialty alcohol drinks. Get it together read more

This place always has a classic ambience. I highly recommend getting a half-and-half (half soup and half salad). Their coffees and mimosas are also delicious! read more

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We love this place! Frequently visit when we're in town, the turkey avocado and Brie sandwich is one you cannot pass up. It is sooo good I get it every time we go!! Their lattes are amazing too. The line is worth it!! read more

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Excellent all around food, service, ambiance and the coffee is right on point. We will definitely be back. read more

Moved to Pinehurst from Salt Lake City, Utah 4 days, ago and tonight was the second time going to Agora. My lady and I went for breakfast Tuesday after work and they were advertising "cocktails and cuisine" every Thursday. We decided to come back for it and it did not disappoint!! Set menu covered all areas of anyone's palate. The drinks that were prepared were amazing as well!! The staff has been extremely nice both times and the vibe in the building is amazing. Good food, good drinks, good music and good vibes. We will probably be back Saturday for breakfast after work again! read more

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Loved this cafe! Former bank building with a bank vault was super cute inside and outdoor seating was perfect for a breezy summer morning. They had gluten free pastry options and all the milk alternatives you could want which was a plus for me. Service was quick and friendly, food and coffee were good. Wish we were staying here longer so we could go back! read more

Agora Bakery and Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Pinehurst, North Carolina

A treat to the senses First time visiting Agora for brunch with a couple of my girlfriends this week -- truly an adorable Pinehurst venue. We were eager to give it a try, as it's a newer attraction in the village. Guests order their selections at the counter, then are served after they've chosen a table. We chose a small table in their Carolina room and enjoyed lattes, fruit tea, and butterfly lemonade. (HIGHLY recommend the butterfly lemonade). Atmosphere & aesthetic are hard to beat in this area BUT -- My one complaint was our brunch orders took a bit longer than we'd preferred, and I ordered a scrambled egg and cheese croissant, which came fried instead. If you're looking for a quaint breakfast or coffee spot to enjoy your morning (indoor/ or outdoor), Agora is a beautiful location to spend an hour or two. In my opinion, the beverages far outdo the food but i will be back to try something different next time. read more

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One of our go-to's for breakfast. Food is always hot and fresh. Outdoor patio is so cute. Great location in The Village read more

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We went yesterday. Late morning. We knew it would be busy, but the service was terrible, except for the gentleman that delivered our food. (I'm sorry I didn't get his name) We ordered 3 avocado toasts, good. But too salty. 1 Elvis toast - delicious. 1 GF banana bread - awful. Overcooked. Burnt. Barely any banana flavor. Dry. 1 cinnamon roll - so-so. 1 vanilla steamer - with so much vanilla flavor you couldn't drink it. WAY too sweet and barely warm. 2 flat whites - no foam. Practically cold. Look, we understand you and were busy. However, the cashier was borderline rude, it took 20 minutes for the above mentioned food and 35 minutes for the coffee. I'm not exaggerating. I know some people do. This is no exaggeration. We've dined here multiple times before this and have had nice experiences. This was not one of them, sadly. read more

What a find!!! 5+stars Located in the cute Village of Pinehurst. Great food( eggs cooked perfectly, sandwiches are awesome and pastries are incredible). Service is amazing and the setting out of a story ( an old bank with the bailout door still there). read more

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What a treat is was to go to this cozy, historic landmark transformed into a trendy coffee shop and bakery! Great coffee and tasty treats to all that drop in for fellowship and a great atmosphere. Thanks Sandi for your hospitality!!!!!! read more

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My family really enjoyed the fresh food and my wife loves the coffee there. The service was great, and they were attentive to our order. The outside patio is a great place to sit. read more

Absolutely love Agora. Very friendly atmosphere and service. Delicious brunch/ lunch fares. The pastry baker, Hannah lived and trained in France . She has mastered the art of REAL French croissants. Not since my childhood had I tasted croissants like this! It has become our go to for a casual eat. Since they bought the Bakehouse in Aberdeen, bread is often available to purchase right there. A total win! read more

Wanted to love this little gem. Went in this morning to place a to go order and was pretty dissatisfied. Waited almost 40 minutes for food and discovered 3 out of 5 orders came out wrong or different than described on the menu. On top of that, Avocado toast was told to be a popular item but just looked like store bought avocado spread. Loved my coffee and atmosphere was cute but not sure if I would try again. read more

Food is great but the people working here have no idea how to run a business or keep up with the orders. Lots of talking, very little production of drinks or food. read more

The place is delightful the coffee is delicious and the food is truly excellent. I've had the eggs and bacon platter, and the Turkey avocado bacon and both were amazing. Great place to sit and get some work done. There's an outlet by the tall table with stools, and an outlet in the corner. There are also lots of outside tables if the weather is nice. read more

The Turkey, Avocado & Brie sandwich was AMAZING! My biggest complaint with deli-style sandwiches is when all of the meat is piled in a small portion of the bread. This sandwich at Agora was obviously assembled with care and the ingredients/taste was spot on. Definitely add this space to your Pinehurst adventure. read more

Agora just has it all. Atmosphere, good sandwiches and great coffee. I had a wonderful, gooey cheese ham sandwich with an Americano and it was splendid. The boy at the counter was very sweet and patient. The atmosphere was like a cafe in Austria but without the stiffness. I'm DEF returning. read more

Overpriced As a newbie to this area, I have been invited to meet people a few times at this local bakery, cafe and coffee shop. This is undoubtedly one of the top places to be when you want to see-and-be-seen in Pinehurst and Moore County. It is a nice space, a former bank as I understand it. I don't drink coffee, so I can't comment on that, but the food and baked goods are well-prepared, well-presented, tasty -- and very much overpriced. A sandwich can cost $15. That is not a good value in my estimation. Plus, some of the staff can be a bit snooty, due apparently to being around all the local beautiful people. I can forgo being seen in order to get good food at a more reasonable price. read more

Agora has become my new "Cheers". Bella, the Barista is a coffee (and fashion) savant - be sure to try the house made lavender syrup. Sandy, who takes the orders is friendly and personable and always remembers the names of her regulars. The coffee and baked goods are the best I've found in Pinehurst- or for that matter Moore County.  The  bakery that has "real" croissants with a crispy crust that shatters when you bite into it.  The cinnamon rolls ( with cream cheese icing) are bigger than my head and the flavor is perfect - not overly sweet and redolent of cinnamon.  The baker does not skimp on the butter when she bakes and it comes through in every bite. I also recommend the sandwiches and "soup of the day". It's just what the Village of Pinehurst needed read more

honestly so cute, the girl at the front counter taking our order was SO sweet. i feel like for being in the middle of a country club town this is reasonable priced, and a gorgeous location. the food did take along time to come out but it was very very good. read more

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We ordered a Coffee, and orange juice, teo warmed up entrees, and a cold entree. my wife received her warmed up entree, the five minutes later we received our coffee and juice. i had to go inside and ask about the two remaining entrees. Five minutes later the server brought the two remaining entrees, and the second warm entree was cold. On a side note, they were not very busy. totally disappointed. read more

Absolutely delicious! Best sandwich and salad I've had in a long time. Place was clean and staff was friendly. Can't wait to go back for breakfast. Also kid friendly. read more