I met some friends for a glass of wine at Coco and we decided to stay for dinner. I am so glad we did! I had been here a few times in the morning for coffee, but it sort of fell off my radar as a dinner option. I have been missing out. The food was super fresh, expertly prepared, and seriously delish. I am not a plant-based person, and I would not have even realized that our meal was 100% plant-based. Started with the feta and fig crostini (amazing) and roasted brussel sprouts (perfectly prepared - not greasy at all!). Dinner was the beer cheese and pickled jalapeño burger (with extra beer cheese for the fries) - absolutely fantastic. We were too full for dessert, but from what I understand, they have some pretty good stuff. I'll have to save room the next time I go. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Parking was free and easy in the lot next door, lighting and music were soft and cozy, service was attentive (thank you, Lily!), and overall it was a great night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We even joined in the birthday celebration with the family of 8 next to us. This is a really great local spot owned by a local family - highly recommend. read more

I had a great experience eating at Coco with my 2-year old. We went in right before noon. We chose our own table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a very clean restaurants.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everything is vegan. I had a burger with breakfast potatoes. The burger itself was good but the top bun was a bit hard to chew on. I needed up removing the top bun to finish the burger. My daughter had pancakes with - fruit cup, I wouldn't advise to get the fruit cup for $5, it only had 1 strawberry, a few good blueberries and grapes. We had a warm chocolate chip cookie. Now that was delicious. My daughter really enjoyed her pancake. Our server was attentive and service was great overall. I will be back. read more

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We went to Coco's for their $5 mimosa at brunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a beautiful day to sit outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We enjoyed the vegan eggs Benedict and the vegan breakfast burrito. They also had a new item on the menu of a waffle delight with three different kinds of waffles. They also make their own vegan donuts that are delicious. The service was impeccable as always! read more

Lovely! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a nice, open floor plan with lots of light, and one wall which can open entirely to the outside (which a screen to prevent bugs coming inside, nice).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All plant-based! Got their shaken espresso, which was yummy! Service is speedy and polite. We had a newer server, but she was nice and got help when she needed it. This is the second time I've come here, just for the sunny side up egg :) I got it on the breakfast burger. Really hit the breakfast sandwich spot! Potatoes which come on the side are well seasoned and pretty good. They have a lot of other things to offer, so excited to return and try their desserts and cocktails! read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Shaken espresso with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Great matcha, hit all of the notes. Really enjoyed the vegan "eggs" complete with the fake runny yolk. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was nice and I can see myself coming back for brunch![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Matcha strawberry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Definitely knew ahead of time that everything is vegan or gluten free which is great for people who have food sensitivities. Parking was easy and free in the parking garage next to the cafe, but the service was a little strange. This was my first time here and I wasn't really sure if I should sit down and order at the table with a QR code or if the food would be brought to us, but we sat and waited for like an extra 20 minutes and didn't even realize that our drinks were waiting on the counter because we were waiting to either hear a name called or it to be brought to us. (Apparently it sent a text to the person who ordered it be we didn't notice it). This is definitely a "trendy" place, the food was pricey and of course drinks too. $6 for a blueberry scone that was pretty dry was not great. I personally do not have any allergies and I'm not vegetarian or vegan and so I think I've just really missed out on the heavier creams I'm used to in coffee and foods. For it being vegan, it was decent, but definitely not as thick or flavorful as regular creamed coffee. I would probably only come here if I did have gluten intolerances, or was vegan. Thankfully not in the foreseeable future. I don't think I was spoken to once by anyone who worked here during the whole process. (We were here for atleast an hour and a half). Surprisingly they ask for a tip at the end of placing an order...when you order your own food, pick it up, and put away your own dishes. Not impressed by that. Cannot speak to the entrés but overall an okay place. The service and prices is really what knocked down my rating. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]They always have great food, vibes, and friendly staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lots of unique coffee options to choose from, and even my non-vegan friends love the food. read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Cholula Bacon, Cheese & Egg Bagel BRUNCH - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute brunch spot in chapel hill![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All plant based and even thought I'm not vegan/vegetarian I've come multiple times. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service is quick and the inside is super open/airy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely keep coming back! read more

My daughter and I were very pleased with the service. The food was amazing! So delicious! Will definitely be back. read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Really nice plant based spot right of 15-501. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's casual yet elevated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect study/wfh spot from day to night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was quick and personal. The food tasted amazing read more

Coco was so delicious for a quick lunch with my mom. The service was fast and the person helping us was extremely nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance of Coco is also very inviting and warm-- they really value kindness as their mantra, with the space being bright, full of plants, and having gender-neutral bathrooms.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] To start, I got a brown sugar cinnamon latte with oat milk and YUM. It was heaven-- not overly sweet and the frothy milk at the top was just chefs kiss. The pesto, chicken, arugula panini was well sauced and the bread was crunchy, without hurting my mouth. The tomatoes were also large and super juicy. I wish the cheese was melted a tad more but honestly not a big deal. The quinoa and kale salad was well seasoned, I just wish it had a little bit more kale in it. There were also edamame. My mom got the whipped feta and fig toast and she said it hit the spot. Wasn't too sweet but had complementary flavors. Would definitely return to sit outside and try more of their menu. read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - SIDE Quinoa & Kale Blend (took a bite already oops) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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This was my second time eating at Coco and I enjoyed it just as much as the first time. I had the Smoky Chipotle Bacon & Egg Sandwich which was pretty tasty. I would get it again but there are so many other options on the menu I'd like to try next! Although I'm not vegan, I was quite surprised to know that every item on the menu is plant-based. Makes it a great spot for anyone who is vegan or vegetarian! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great space for meeting friends, working, or having a small meeting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Disclaimer: Review from a non-vegan. I did not know this place was vegan when I came in but i decided to stay and try it out. The food sounded good but I think vegan meals are just not for me. The bacon was like jerky and stiff (it was crunchy the texture wasn't bad but the taste was not it). I think the best part about my meal was my hot cocoa and the potatoes. The pancakes were unfortunately so dry and not buttery. I'm disappointed by them because I've tried vegan pancakes before but they were not like this. I couldn't even finish them because of the taste. The French toast is just a dry toasted bread and the eggs are so stiff. Idk, I guess I'm just used to very flavorful food and am used to the actual taste of non-vegan food options. Maybe if you're vegan you may like it but if you're not, I'd just choose another place. The people are nice though!! read more

This is a favorite place of ours for breakfast, lunch or dinner! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Relaxing atmosphere away from any busy streets.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Having plenty of space between tables adds to the easy going atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We love the wide variety of menu options making it easy for everyone to find something from the menu that's a great fit for their taste preference. The wait staff is consistently friendly and helpful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a perfect spot for family, friends or those out of town guests![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Beautiful Vegan-Plant Based Spot. First time here at the recommendation of a friend. Very open space with lots of windows. It is located on the first floor of an established building. Hard to see from the main road. There is very limited parking in front but there is a parking garage that offers free parking right next to the building. We missed it the first time and had to drive around to find it. Once inside the restaurant we were seated right away. The waitress was very helpful in making suggestions to try on the menu. We ordered a latte with soy milk and a chocolate banana smoothie. For food we tried the eggs benedict, the strawberry cheesecake toast, the coco pancakes and the pesto chicken arugula panini. Everything was delicious. I would say it is vegan so it is a bit pricey but delicious. read more

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Food was alright , if you want to pay $16 for a smoky chipotle CHEESEBURGER without a side . Oh, but the menu says "chips included ", but you only get them at dinner , says the staff . So I paid $16 + tax for a plant based burger that I could have gotten from any other restaurant around here for $10. I even have a picture of the menu where it doesn't say anything about "only during dinner". Oh, and don't go during lunch ... I waited 35 min for a to go sandwich (inside the restaurant) read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - All sandwiches served with chips , according to the menu. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Met up with a friend for lunch. They have so many options here. She was able to get wine and I opted for a decaf latte. I had a decaf iced Samoa Cookie latte that was delicious! My food was also awesome - I had the mozzarella, tomato and basil panini with a side of fries. You order from your phone and they called our names when our drinks were ready. They delivered our food to our table. It's super cute inside! Free parking was easy in the garage right next door. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Coco Bistro and Bar is a super cute, sunny, well lit, open coffee shop and cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Its plant based menu is extensive and delicious! As someone who is not vegan and loves animal produces (sorry Coco!), I found everything delicious. I kept marveling - how did they make this egg?? This cheese?? This bacon is amazing! The drinks are yummy too. The service is exceptional. All staff is super friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great for working remotely or coffee or lunch date![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

At the suggestion of my husband we visited Coco Bistro for breakfast. Admittedly I was initially disappointed because I thought I wanted eggs and bacon, hash browns and buttered toast - because that's my indulgent breakfast order on a random day off work. I certainly don't go for sweet breakfast, so why did I order the strawberry cheesecake toast? Because after reading what it was, I felt confident it would not be too sweet. Oh my wow it was so delicious. It was the opposite of any "sweet" breakfast item you'd get elsewhere. Fresh sliced strawberries with slightly sweetened cream cheese on top of toasted rustic country bread. Sprig of mint and a very small amount of shortbread crumble. I will crave this. I got the golden latte made with almond milk and it too was so delicious, comforting and different. My husband got the Coco overnight oats and it was also just fresh as could be, gorgeous fruit on top. The ambience is clean, minimal, and there are pictures of cute animals - one of a sleepy kitten I mean, come on now, love! They do use QR code ordering, but we were greeted by a friendly staff member and our items were brought to our table. Bathroom was clean. read more

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The food was amazing the kind employees are gonna lay you to keep being relaxed [[HIGHLIGHT]]beautiful views[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]chill vibes[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Coco bistro and bar is a super cute brunch spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was good but most importantly the vegan food was fantastic. It surely is their specialty. When it comes to plant based food items that mimic the real deal they did a wonderful job. I will happily be back but i recommend you try this little gem for yourself :-) read more

Atmosphere: Coco has a nice, bright space that is great for a brunch or daytime working. If you come to hang out and get some work done for an extended period of time, there is seating in the back. Service: Our servers were friendly and the food and drinks came out quite quickly. Food: We ordered the Breakfast Power Bowl and Whipped Feta & Fig Toast. The Power Bowl had a nice assortment of ingredients that paired well together. The vegan eggs were light and flavorful, and the quinoa was also seasoned well. The Whipped Feta & Fig Toast was delicious! The plant-based feta tasted like real cheese and paired well with the figs and honey. The toast was also perfectly soft without tasting soggy. For drinks, we got their Brew Coffee and Maple Brown Sugar Latte. The latte was a bit watered down for our liking, but it wasn't too sweet. Overall: Coco offers a lovely spot for healthy food and a relaxing atmosphere. Seating can be limited, but luckily it wasn't too busy when we visited. We'd love it if the portions were a bit bigger given the prices but for the overall experience, we enjoyed our time at Coco! read more

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This place is great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere and vibe of it is very relaxing and calm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decoration is very bohemian and I like that.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a great selection of vegan food items. I ordered their signature smoky bacon and egg sandwich which was very good. The staff were excellent and super nice. Our waiter checked on us many times and was very friendly. All of the staff seemed very friendly as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I recommend this place if you want to do work/study/schoolwork it has many outlets and great seating options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall it's definitely one of my new go to study spots. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The place itself is nice and has lots of natural light and comfortable tables and chairs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They close too early and the staff wasn't attentive nor did they know enough about the cocktails on the menu. They did n't serve us at the table. We had to go back up to the bar. No parking on street or in front. Just a poorly marked parking garage we only discovered by accident after we circled around and had almost decided to go elsewhere. read more

Update: Yeah, i'm done with Coco The employees are extremely overworked, and there is hard lean staffing going on. Because of this, I've repeatedly had to wait 20 minutes for a coffee, and then the order is wrong. This time was absolutely worst coffee I've been served. This isn't the fault of the employees, it's the fault of the ownership who clearly cares more about money (see the fact that they won't list their coffee prices anywhere, you just have to guess how much it's going to cost ) than they do about their employees or their customers. They also have an extra charge for a couple of nondairy milks, so the vegan tax still applies in a vegan cafe. Lame. = Coco Bistro is a nice spot, vibe-wise The coffee opens are always really interesting; the food and's pastries are solid The downsides are the prices, which are higher than most other similar places And the staff, which is hot and cold. I've had excellent experiences, and awful ones (I waited 15 minutes for two coffees after the one attendant kept stopping every two minutes to take the order of every single person that walked up to the counter read more

I was a little skeptical based on some of the reviews but decided to try this place for a quick lunch on my birthday. It was amazing. The service was polite but a little slow. The patio was nicely shaded and a light breeze (music was a touch overbearing). The food was just fantastic. Truly fantastic. The fig toast was so good I almost ordered it again. And the smoothie was simply divine. I got mine with blueberry, strawberry and mango. I will definitely be back ! read more

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I'd go back! My favorite thing about Coco was the service. The people working there were really nice and friendly and helpful. I also liked the prices! They were pretty good for a sit-down restaurant in Chapel Hill. Keep in mind that the pictures attached to my review are not the normal portions. Finally, the ambiance is pretty good! I like the lights and the windows. I was here at night, but I think it would be prettier during the day. read more

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The food was excellent, the server who brought the food to our table was super friendly, and the layout is great for coffee, breakfast, brunch, or lunch. I ordered the tomato/basil/mozzarella with pesto panini, and it was SO GOOD. I also had an order of french fries that were lovely. You order and pay from a QR code on the table, which makes it easy to pick what you want, and there's no question about splitting bills if you're with someone else, because everyone orders their own meal. My only nit is that parking is limited in the front, so you have to park in the parking deck beside it (wouldn't have been a problem but it was so cold when I visited!). I wish Coco Bistro was closer to my house because I would go all the time :) read more

Coco is so delicious. I am not vegan, but I come anyways just because I love their coffees, breakfast meals and cocktails. I wouldn't even know my breakfast sandwich was plant-based if I didn't know. I highly recommend the blueberry scone latte. It is the perfect amount of sweet and tastes just like a blueberry scone in a cup. Yum! I love coming here on Sundays to wind down and get ready for the new week! read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Bagel sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Tried the Smoky Chipotle Bacon and Egg Sandwich with the Biscoff Latte. This was one of the best vegan sandwiches I've ever had! The restaurant is so cute with an abundance of natural lighting. The team was very nice and helped make recommendations based on my coffee preferences. I'm excited to try some of their lunch menu items! IG: atastytourwithtai read more

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Unexpectedly good bagel! I got the Cholula bacon and egg bagel, and it was so good!! It had spinach, tomato, plant based egg and bacon on plain or everything bagel. I opted for bagel, and the bagel texture was on-par! Perfectly chewy, crunchy, and was perfect with the hot sauce. The bacon texture definitely threw me off at first, but I surprisingly like it better than regular bacon because it doesn't have those annoying chunks of fat. Definitely will be coming back! read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Cholula Bacon, Cheese & Egg Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Coco did a fantastic job for our Holiday Party last night! It was a truly perfect event space for 60+ guests, decorated beautifully for the season with white lights and greenery. We did a full bar with signature cocktails, cranberry holiday sangria and a jalapeño spicy margarita, and an assortment of delicious appetizers. Especially loved the fig crostini and the mini falafel bites! Perfect arrangement with the DJ .. our guests have sent photos and messages all day about the fun. Thank you so much to all the wonderful staff at Coco!! read more

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Vegan, vegan, vegan! I tried the eggs Benedict which I no longer see in the menu. It was the first time I tried the vegan "egg" that has a "yolk". It was a strange sensation to say the least. We set outside because we had our dog with us. Service was just OK, we did have to ask several times for a rag to clean our table. Eventually we ended up doing it ourselves. read more

Still one of my favorite spots to snack and work. First time ordering the pretzels and loved them. Warm, fluffy, and buttery as promised! Suggestion: maybe have a spinach & feta stuffed pretzel one day? The ambience here never fails. Love the ample sunlight. It's always clean. And the staff are always friendly. Excited to visit again. read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Soft Buttery Pretzels, SIDE Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Coco's is our favorite restaurant in Chapel Hill -- for my husband and me, our adult kids, and our grandchildren! Whether it's for lunch, dinner or a special occasion, the food is delicious, healthy and beautifully presented. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. This restaurant is a treasure! read more

I'm not a vegan or even vegetarian, so I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the food. It was great-I went with 2 other people and we all ordered different items. All were delicious. We split 2 desserts, the apple turnover and the chocolate chip cookie. They tasted like they'd been made with good butter( my highest compliment). Service was casual-you order at the counter or via QR code and then a server brings your food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space was bright, welcoming and I love that money goes to an animal rescue, Beautiful Together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'll definitely go back. read more

Outstanding! All plant based, but so delicious. I'd definitely come back to try the other brunch and lunch items. 1st visit in ~Jun 2023: Classic Breakfast Sandwich - the Impossible sausage was flavorful and the sandwich was so good. Wild Mushroom and Arugula Toast - tasty and interesting We also got a green smoothie that was unexpectedly enjoyable. 2nd visit in Aug 2023: Cholula Bacon, Cheese & Egg Bagel - So tasty and great textures! The vegan bacon didn't taste like normal bacon, but it was still crispy and salty in a good way. Pesto, Chicken & Arugula Panini - Crispy bread and very tasty. I normally don't care for pesto, but I really enjoyed this one. Blueberry Chia Pudding - Sweet & gooey! Pumpkin oat bar - kind of like sweet potato and oatmeal; pleasantly sweet; it'd probably go really well with a cold creamy beverage. read more

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The maple donuts with fraudulent bacon is worth the trip. The service is terrific. We consistently take out-of-towners there, and they consistently wish there were a Coco in their town. Even New Yorkers! read more

Coco-my goodness. This restaurant was incredible. The first thing to know is that everything on the menu is plant based. If you aren't used to plant based food or if that scares you, don't worry. I couldn't tell the difference between "real" egg and plant based egg. I got the chipotle breakfast sandwich and it was absolutely incredible. I also got a blueberry scone latte, and it may be my new favorite coffee drink. It tasted exactly like a blueberry scone. I'm not sure how they did it, but the same wizardry they use to make plant based food tasty, they use with their coffee. The ambience is light and refreshing and the service is prompt and quick. I'll definitely be back read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Smoky Chipotle Bacon & Egg Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

The new Coco is so cute! I cannot wait to come here again to get some veggie pastries and just enjoy the scenery. Pros: Sunny, lovely location with lots of seating and a beautiful interior. Cons: Parking is kinda tricky, and I have to say for the milk purists that everything is plant-based. This is something I am totally into and love it, but I just want to throw it out there for those who can't do nut, soy or sunflower-oil based milks! read more

Coco Bistro & Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina