I've had brown Bag bagels before, this time I realized, I've never written a review…read more We made our way up to CE Barnes to grab a bagel sandwich. We got there around 830 and the lady taking orders said it would be about 15 min. She was exactly right. I ordered the "That's soooo cheesy" on a bacon cheddar bagel. It was amazing with the bacon and different cheeses! Lots of flavor and wrapped in foil so the cheeses could melt together. I highly suggest this food truck, and oh by the way, I hear they're opening their own little brick and mortar location in a nearby town, cant wait to check it out!

We were lucky enough to have this food truck in our neighborhood this weekend and I was lucky…read moreenough that the dog actually let me lead him that way on our morning walk. They had a nice selection of both savory and sweet bagels, plus choice of toppings, and a few sandwich suggestions. I went with the Steak Sandwich with choice of bagel and cheese (jalapeno cheddar bagel, pepper jack cheese) for Husband. An Everything Bagel with egg, sausage, cheddar and sriracha for me. To pay all I had to do was stick my card in their charger. No touching anything. A few minutes later I was handed a brown bag and began encouraging the dog to not sniff every blade of grass on the trek home. Despite the sniffing and sauntering and the cold winter temp, because the bagel sandwiches were wrapped in foil they were still soft and warm and fantastically delicious. So good that I decided to surprise my Sister with the same order. Raced back right before they closed, ordered the same two, plus a cinnamon chip and a chocolate chip, only to find out Sis was at her beach place. Woops! More bagels for us. And I'm happy to report that the sandwiches were just as delicious rewarmed in the microwave the next morning. As for the sweet ones, I recommend eating those right away. They would have toasted them for us if we had. I made the mistake of just reheating in the microwave and they were tough to chew (although great flavor). Probably would have been better if I had toasted them instead. Prices, very reasonable for the quality! Two sandwiches were just $13.20. Loved that their sanitation was 100 also. Highly recommend not missing this truck!

The NASTY woman taking the order for the lunch sandwich yelled at us saying f the grill is clean!…read moreReally? Needless to say, the sandwich went out in the garbage. Ms. NASTY WHISPERED to the young man hyped up something and you see what I got. Not even 3 slices of meat. I am so disgusted. "Big Steve" never should have sold his wonderful family business to this company! They are Not people friendly. And the food obviously by this picture is way below sub par standard's! We will Never go back there again and this will also be on social media.

First of all, I gotta say I LOVE the food here! I think that's really important to consider if you…read morewant to come here. However, we have been coming for several years now since moving close by (it was formerly Steve's) and the service here is incredibly SLOW. There are just so many things that don't make sense. Staff will take maybe one or two orders at a time and practically fully complete them before taking the next order, leaving guests standing there for so long. I understand it gets busy here, but there HAS to be a better system. When it was formerly Steve's, they had a ticket pull system which seemed to work way better. The staff also don't seem to care about their appearance WHATSOEVER. One particular individual has an almost entirely bleached t-shirt with bleached hand prints on it...does the owner not supply new shirts for the staff?!?! 8/10 times that I order here, my food is completely wrong. Sometimes I even have to repeat myself multiple times just to get what I'm saying to be written down on the order sheet...it's nonsense. Honestly, I'd rather leave a lower review, but the bagel sandwiches are just phenomenal in my opinion when I get what I asked for on it! It's not the food here that sucks, it's the service! If the food tastes amazing I'm still coming, but I really wish the new owner could figure out something to get things moving quicker and the staff caring more about their appearance! I'm happy to update my review in the future if the service improves. Lastly, there really needs to be a blower above the door to keep flies out. The flies hanging around all those bagels is less than appetizing..

Awesome service. Great food and killer sweets. Everything couldn't have been better. The atmosphere…read moreis what you would expect from a place like this.

Great pastries and bagels. Wonderful service. Can't beat the prices. Inside is spacious with room…read moreto mill around. Lots of parking. It's our new go-to place. We're there for breakfast but will return to try the lunch menu.

I've been a regular benchwarmer customer for a years now and they are one of my favorite breakfast…read moreplaces in Raleigh, but there are some things you should know before going. Their bagels are wood fired so they're not your traditional style of bagels and are a bit harder and chewier. Their variety of cream cheese flavors is what really sets them apart in my opinion - they very dense and creamy. They also have a very unique menu with many different seasonal offerings that rotate frequently. Over the years, I've fine tuned down my order to a couple things each of which I think are 10/10 and some of the best breakfast options in Raleigh! - Grits bagel with dulce pecan or fruit cream cheese (I prefer the grits bagel over plain) - Poppy bagel with spiced honey cream cheese (warning the poppy bagel can be a little messy but worth it) - Breakfast sandwich with sausage and American cheese (sausage is the best - a little sweet and spicy) Every time I go, the staff is always very nice and provides quick service. It can be busy during the mornings and weekends, however they do offer online ordering where you can easily pick up your food and avoid the lines. This location is in transfer food hall, which has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, however they also have a new standalone location that recently opened. If you go to that location, I definitely recommend trying the coconut caramel latte!

This is the cutest little coffee/bagel shop. I loved the sports themed and there was plenty of…read moreseating. I ordered the chicken salad bagel and it was AMAZING. I loved the spice I got from the hot honey but the savory taste of the chicken. The service was super quick and the staff was super helpful!

Small but mighty, this coffee shop is a cozy little caffeine cave wrapped in warm wood tones and…read moresleek modern flair. The booths are spotless, comfy, and practically beg you to linger--at least until the crowd rolls in. When it's quiet, it's charming. When it's busy, it's loud. Think espresso machines competing with over enthusiastic kids and a room that amplifies every giggle, shuffle, and snack-time negotiation. Intimate in size, big on personality, and absolutely buzzing when the tiny humans take over--come for the coffee, stay for the chaos (or bring noise-canceling headphones). The staff here are the kind of friendly that feels genuine, not rehearsed--always attentive, always moving, They whip up a solid cortado with confidence, but where they really shine is the cappuccino: velvety, balanced, and clearly made by people who care about the details. The breakfast sandwiches are freshly made, warm, and reliably good--nothing fancy or overthought, just simple, satisfying fuel done right. The prices have a bit of main-character energy--slightly higher than you expect, confidently so, your wallet may raise an eyebrow, but the coffee shrugs and says, worth it. Cheers!

I stopped in here for lunch and I'm glad I did! You wouldn't even think this is a restaurant, there…read moreisn't much signage, but I guess that's the point is to make this area feel less commercial. I got a turkey sandwich and it was definitely flavorful! And the drip coffee has free refills, can't beat that!

Stopped by Boba Beans Bistro for the first time after moving to Clayton a few months ago and…read moreneeding a good boba fix. I instantly fell in love with the look and vibe of the shop. I ordered a Cranberry Pomegranate tea with mango syrup and tapioca pearls using the self-serve kiosk, which was quick and easy. While waiting, I looked around and was really impressed by the space. There are plenty of seating options, a play area for kids, and two fun photo-op walls. I'll definitely be back with my family to try more drinks and check out the food menu as well.

Boba Beans Bistro is such a gem! It's in the same complex as Food Lion so there's plenty of…read moreparking. There are lots of couches and tables inside and it's very spacious. They have lots of options for fruit tea, milk tea, and coffee. They also serve a few things for breakfast and lunch such as sandwiches, avocado toast, wraps, and salads. Look out for special deals on certain days - they post them on an LED screen near the counter! My favorite drinks here have been the latte with hazelnut syrup and the Classic Mango which is really refreshing. If you're looking for something very sweet, try out the Nutty Professor. I love that they aim for an all-inclusive environment and hire people of all abilities. Go ahead and check them out!

We just stumbled upon this place grocery shopping and so glad we did! The store was super clean,…read morethe staff was incredible and our order was timely and delicious. I got an iced sea salt caramel toffee macchiato--so yummy! And I loved that the staff asked if I wanted it mixed up or layered. I love seeing the layers so of course I opted to mix myself! My son picked out a strawberry cream cheese donut + devoured it before I could snap a pic so you know it was good! Their breakfast items looked really yummy so I'll for sure be back to try one of those and some ice cream! Loved that they had indoor and outdoor seating for any time of year. Overall a great find.

Lots going on here!…read more This spot offers a bit of everything--coffee, rolled or scooped ice cream, sandwiches, donuts, and pastries. It's counter service, with seating available if you want to stay, or you can grab it to go. Service is efficient, and the space is clean, though the back-of-house area looked a little chaotic. Overall, a solid place for coffee and a quick bite.

Full Bloom Coffee Roasters sits on a quiet corner in Garner and has the kind of relaxed, welcoming…read morevibe that makes you want to stay a while. There's plenty of seating, and the menu offers a lot more than just coffee -- with options ranging from craft coffee to beer and wine. I ordered a cortado, which was exactly the late-afternoon pick-me-up I needed. I had to take it to go (never the ideal way to enjoy a cortado), but it was still well prepared and nicely balanced. I also tried one of their seasonal drinks, the Bee Stings Latte -- an iced latte with honey, ginger, turmeric, and a little cayenne kick. It was a really unique combination and surprisingly refreshing. The spice and honey gave it a comforting, almost restorative feel -- the kind of drink that would be perfect if you're feeling a little under the weather or dealing with sore joints. My wife ordered the Raspberry Beret, an iced matcha with raspberry purée and white chocolate. Her verdict: the best matcha she's ever had. Between the creative drinks, solid coffee, and laid-back atmosphere, Full Bloom is a great spot in Garner whether you're settling in for a while or just grabbing something on the go.

I arrived here 12:45pm on a Saturday afternoon after going on a walk with my friends…read more You order at the counter. You'll wait for your beverage but they will bring your food to you. For food, I got the Maple griddle which was very tasty. We were all wanting mimosas but they ran out of juice for mimosa so they were just giving champagne instead. My only complaint that I watched all my friends get theirs in beer glasses but mine came in a small container -__- I assume this may be the regular mimosa glass but I disliked the consistency and equality. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We sat upstairs, which was a decent sized area with great lighting and local art. Overall, it's a nice establishment in downtown Garner.

Gotham's Deli is a great place to stop if you are looking for lunch in Downtown Smithfield. It is…read moresimilar to a New York City deli but it is located in North Carolina. The walls are decorated in sports memorabilia and September 11th tributes. When you walk in, you will see the Statue of Liberty. I tried to sit in the Mets section, but that was taken as it is a busy place, so I sat near the Yankees. I was ok with the photo of Don Mattingly and don't hate the Yankees, I just love the Mets. I made sure to spend some time in that section before leaving, seeing the 1986 tributes to Mike Piazza, Jose Reyes, and David Wright. It is just fun to be surrounded by the memorabilia. The sandwiches also follow in the New York theme. I ordered the Mr. Met, it had ham, turkey, and roast beef with lettuce, provolone, and tomatoes. I've had it before, so I knew it was good and ordered the full size rather than a half. I enjoyed every bite of it. The service was friendly, and they have daily specials with a different sub featured each day. The food was prepared fresh and fast. If you are looking for a high-quality sub, this is the place to order from.

My first visit to Gotham's Deli was a sheer delight. The young lady asked what I would like and I…read morereplied my first visit so to please recommend. She asked how much I like meat. I told her I love meat of all kinds. She recommended and I thoroughly enjoyed The Dark Knight. It was loaded with meat and it was so big the gentleman who created it saw the "I'm so full" look on my face and offered to wrap the other half, which he did so carefully and tightly to hold it together. I took some great photos of their amazing deli. I recommend if you are in Smithfield, you must experience Gotham's Deli.

Great coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and pastries. The staff is incredibly nice and always provide…read morequality service. Always decorated for the holidays and is always very clean.

First time here. I ordered a simple Bacon and Egg. Took about 8 minutes which was fine. I ordered…read moreit with ketchup. I had to ask for them to bring ketchup out. I also ordered a hot Earl gray tea. That came out after I was done with my sandwich. Not sure if it's a training issue or they are just understaffed but terrible service. Staff was nice tho. Maybe this was just a bad day for them. I'll go one more time and give them a chance to redeem themselves. Giving them a 2 for now.