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    Cocoa Cinnamon

    4.3 (209 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Morros de Torros
    Zac G.

    Cocoa Cinnamon is the storefront for Little Waves Coffee Roasters, and if it were just a coffee shop, it would be worth visiting on that basis alone. The roastery received international recognition, and having previously picked up a bag of their beans from a Greensboro shop, I can say that it's well-deserved. Cocoa Cinnamon gives you a chance to experience Little Waves in everything from a cup of joe to an espresso drink to a "wonder drink" with house made syrups and infusions. Unfortunately, I had already reached my coffee limit for the day at the time of my visit (which didn't stop me from snagging a bag of Royal 7 to take home). Fortunately, there is another very good reason to check out Coca Cinnamon: homemade churros. You can get them by themselves, in a pack, ala mode, or dipped in chocolate. Or, you can do what my wife and I did and split a Morros de Torros. This insane concoction features a churro dusted with your choice of sugars topped with vanilla ice cream and a chocolate and condensed milk drizzle. Made fresh to order, it was worth every cent of its $8 price tag. Seriously, it's hard to overstate how good this dessert was. The churro was hot, the chocolate sauce had real chocolate flavor, and the sugar blend imparted a bit of spice as well as sweet. As if you don't already have enough reasons to visit yet, Cocoa Cinnamon also offers fast service and an interesting ambiance that reflects the owner's Mexican roots. Whether you just want a cup of coffee or want to send your tastebuds on a strange and delightful trip, Cocoa Cinnamon has you covered.

    Loop churro and hot chocolate
    Sydney H.

    I always love stopping by cocoa cinnamon when i'm in durham. I love all the outdoor seating they have because i love to bring my dog! I ordered inside and got a guadalajara hot chocolate and loop churro and it was perfect for a cool fall morning. Everything came out in about 10 mins. There was also plenty of indoor seating as well

    Plain churros and latte at Cocoa Cinnamon in Durham
    Bruce K.

    We very much enjoyed our latte and four churros, skipping the sugar. Trust me, the sweet dough is plenty sweet and does not need to be rolled in cinnamon sugar or cardamom sugar very much unless you desperately need the sugar hit. The place was completely packed with laptoppers hard at work on a Saturday afternoon. Two or three were even doing Zoom bridges complete with headsets. Thankfully, two adults got up and departed just as our coffee was ready. Quality coffee and the churros were fabulous. Just plan to be standing. [Review 67 of 2025 - 4042 in North Carolina - 23635 overall]

    Cordito Cubano & a seasonal drink
    Savanna N.

    Cute. Expensive but understandably. This isn't just another coffee shop, it's a coffee experience. Friendly and skilled staff. This is the second location I've been to and this one smells so goooood. Might be the in house churros, which come in 4 different flavors. My only complaint is the fact my glass had 2 pretty big chips in it and I had to be super cautious when drinking it. At this location I got a cortadito cubano and a seasonal "Until the End of the World" which futures a circular cardamom ice cube in a lowball glass accompanied with a beaker (?)((glass coffee pot?)) filled with a pour over concentrate from Rwanda. 10/10 on the flavor palette with that one. The cubano is a nice, warm and creamy balancing act when paired with my cold drink - yes I bought two coffees this menu is too interesting to not try more than one and my ADHD can handle it. Lots of culture in the building and lots to look at. If I lived here, I'd probably have this be my local coffee shop. There is beauty and warmth in this place. Oh, and did I mention in-house churros with FOUR different sugar flavors??? Might be getting some on my way out. TBD. Highly recommend this place for anyone traveling to the Durham area and there's multiple locations with the same warmth, just not the churro smell. Hehe

    Orange and Cardamon Churros.  Iced Chai Latte and Lycee Lemonade
    Andi W.

    I love stopping by this place the staff is always nice and the food and drinks have so many elements that are made in house. The little one wanted churros and I knew exactly where to go to treat him to some. I had the cinnamon and cardamon and the orange flavor. Little man had the classic cinnamon ones and loved it. I got their Iced Chai Latte with blueberry and they made him a lycee lemonade that was soooo tasty.

    Shanelle Y.

    Visited this location for the first time on a Sunday afternoon. The coffee was delicious and came out quick. I usually can't finish a whole cup in one sitting and have to take it to go, but their autumn latte (with macadamia nut milk) was perfect and I had finished it in no time. Although the coffee itself was great, the service and ambiance could've been better. The employees were brusque and in general, I don't enjoy being approached and asked for money by strangers, but especially not when I'm trying to talk with a friend and enjoy a drink inside of a coffee shop ...

    Churros and chocolate
    Meghan M.

    This place is fantastic! Obsessed with the fresh churros and incredible chocolate dipping sauce. The service was very nice and willing to explain their menu, and the ambiance is lovely with lots of tables and colorful art adorning the walls. I still think about this place sometimes and will be back when I visit the area again!

    Inside
    Kori M.

    Such a unique coffee shop! We loved the artwork and cozy vibe. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable about all the direct drinks. We ended up ordering cinnamon sugar churros which were perfectly crispy and amazing. The Grenada drinking chocolate was so delicious that we couldn't stop inhaling the incredibly rich and chocolately aroma. We even kept sniffing the empty cup after finishing it. Absolutely loved this cafe and will be back!

    Why not??
    Mari B.

    I rarely give 5 stars BUT it all worked here! The staff, coffee, churros & ambiance were outstanding! The place makes you feel like you are in Mexico! Lots of seating available. Staff is fantastic! Cortado was perfect and the Frida latte was really good! The churros are the best part! You can watch someone make them and they have filled or unfilled with dipping sauces. We opted unfilled with cajeta and it was perfect! Definitely stop by for a coffee and churros if you're around!

    Ami A.

    What a great coffee shop and bakery! Long tables with bright Mexican oil cloth created a warm and fun vibe. Had a delicious harvest latter and harvest churros! A perfect treat!

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    Andrea A.

    Classic Durham coffee shop and study spot! I got the Ashkal Halwa: Sweet Shapes (or Rosswater Bliss Latte); while it was tasty and I appreciated the ground pistachios, I was a bit disappointed as I could barely make out the rose water flavor. Had to get some churros of course. These were lovely snacks, fresh, crunchy on the outside, and pillowy on the inside with the perfect amount of sweetness. I could really appreciate the Cinnamon and Cardamom flavors, but can't say the same about the seasonal Orange flavor. Service was fast. Ambiance is good, there is a ton of space. However, on the weekends, it is bustling so expect lots of noise. Also, there aren't a ton of outlets. 7/10 would recommend! Will definitely come back to try other coffee options.

    Tonny Y.

    Love the feel of the space. Nice and open, there's also an outdoor space and lots of seating. The staff is wonderful. The drinks are pretty good, I got the matcha latte and the matcha was pretty strong. The chai latte was also delicious and it overly sweet. The churros though - yummy yummy!

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    Ask the Community - Cocoa Cinnamon

    Are dogs allowed inside?

    Patio only, since food prep takes place inside (service animals are of course an exception).

    What are the hours that they serve churros?

    Their churros are made to order. They serve churros only at the Lakewood location.

    Does this location serve tea?

    Yes they do

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    And what's not to love about this coffee place?; Cuban cortado, churros, and free compost.

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    Cocoa Cinnamon - coffee - Updated May 2026

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