Absolutely loved this coffee shop!…read more It is unique in its aesthetic and I loved all the greenery. It's small inside, but every corner is carefully decorated. They use homemade syrups and that made a big difference. The mocha latte was delightful! Minimal communication with baristas, but overall they were nice. Definitely recommend this coffee shop if you're in the Durham area.

Small coffee shop tucked inside an office building with very limited seating. The space has a bit…read moreof greenery, which I liked, but service was cold and inattentive from both baristas. Ordered the Vietnamese-inspired coffee and it was a miss--watery, overly sweet, and undrinkable. I ended up throwing it out. Rough start to the morning.

We visited Aaktun on a Sunday morning for brunch. We had made a reservation the week prior and were…read moreseated right away. The inside of the restaurant is gorgeous and feels like a trendy spot in Mexico. They have a DJ playing music during brunch time. We were initially concerned it would be too loud and hard to talk over, but it was actually the perfect volume and only enhanced our experience. Food was excellent! We got a breakfast sandwich, loaded tater tots, and poke. All were very fresh and well made - especially the fish dish!

**Update 5/12/2026 - I made a reservation to take my mom to brunch on Sunday at 10:15. When we…read morearrived, the hostess said the reservation had been made for outside. I explained and showed her that I booked standard seating and she said that meant outside, which I thought was strange because I was very careful not to book either option that was clearly labeled outdoor. I told her that we wanted a table inside and she said "I have a table that has a reservation for 11:30, can you be done by then?" I laughed and said "sure" but thought to myself that would be up to them! She asked another hostess to seat us, and after we were seated, we waited about 15 minutes and watched staff walk by our table multiple times and no one came by. The original interactions had already put a bad taste in my mouth, so I called another restaurant downtown and asked how long the wait would be for two. They could seat us in the bar area right away, so we got up and left Aaktun to head there. The first two experiences that I had at Aaktun were great. I'm glad I got to try their food because I won't be back after Sunday's experience.

It took me more than a year of coming here to write a review for Yonderlust, mostly because I'm…read moresurprised by how much this place grew on me. Yonderlust is more than just a coffee shop--it's one of those spaces where you can easily spend an entire afternoon without realizing how much time has passed. It's a fantastic study and work spot: a mix of table sizes, plenty of outlets, and a relatively quiet, calm environment that makes it easy to settle in. It has solid coffee: Drinks here are consistently pretty good. I usually go for their Campfire Latte (a signature for a reason) or whatever seasonal syrup they're featuring, and their matcha latte is reliable too. It has actual, warm food: simple but satisfying sandwiches with enough variety to make for a perfect study snack or light lunch. I am often disappointed when coffee shops only offer cold pastries. It has entertainment: I love taking a quick study break to browse the shop's outdoor gear and clothing; it honestly feels a little like being transported to the West Coast for a moment (give me some Oregan vibes!). Service has always been quick and friendly. I wouldn't say any single thing here is the best in Durham--but together, it is special! There are many days when I find myself craving a few cozy hours at Yonderlust, followed by a quick dessert next door at Rose's.

Bottom line: Pretty nice coffee shop cafe adjacent to/sharing space with an apparel shop. Crowded…read moreeven on a Sunday. Clean inviting atmosphere, I enjoyed my hot skim latte here. The Deets: I had brunch with some friends that live in Durham and after the meal, they directed me to stop into Yonderlust for a coffee beverage stop instead of having one at the restaurant. We stopped by and ducked into the cafe side...I say cafe side as 2/3 of the space there is an outfitters/apparel shop and the other part houses the coffee shop/cafe. The cafe side (as well as the apparel shop) is very nicely done inside, very appealing and clean. The coffee seating area was packed, it appears to be a great place to stop and sit/work a spell even on a Sunday. Ordering moved through fairly quickly and I put in my request for a hot skim latte to the very nice and positive person at the register. The wait was not long before my beverage was completed, and your beverage/name are both called out to pick up when it's ready. I did manage to find one lone chair to sit and drink my tasty beverage while my friends did some shopping in the apparel side. I enjoyed my latte, I'd most definitely stop in again when in the area.

Hard to find! When I first arrived, a car was hiding the sidewalk sign and I kept looking at my map…read moreto make sure I was in the right place. But the car moved, I took their parking space, and went inside. I went because I'd heard about their monthly poetry readings, but their website wasn't updated, so I wanted to stop by, check out the vibe, and get more info on that. Turns out the poetry readings are the third Saturday of the month from 10am to noon, include a tea ceremony, and cost $8 admission, for anyone else also seeking this info! It's considered a pop-up coffee shop inside of this wine bar, I believe, which is why the signage looks fairly portable. The inside is cozy and dark, and there's wine bottles everywhere. The menu is small, but the owner and second barista were friendly and helpful when I was struggling to order. I love coffee, but need to do decaf these days for health reasons, and they were accommodating. I tried the rose hibiscus tonic which tasted delicious and special! I'm not sure what was in it or how they made it but I really enjoyed it! I hope they do well! Very cute spot.

A very unassuming coffee shop that shares a space with the Delafia bar inside. All of their syrups…read moreare homemade and I had the pleasure of meeting the owner who was so kind and welcoming. Inside was cozy and quiet with a small amount of seating. The owner explained they often have live music/events throughout the week. Unfortunately, they were closing 1 hour early from their usual hours the day that I went so I did not get a chance to stay to drink my coffee like I had originally planned so will have to return another time to enjoy the ambiance. I got the cappuccino which was delicious - balanced and smooth! They also had a small selection of pastries available which was nice to have as an option.

Such a cute place, in a little food hall. They have a lot of options of coffee and tea as well as…read moremany seasonal options. The service was very fast and the coffee was delicious!

Husband and I were in town for a couple of comedy shows at DPAC and I wanted a quick iced latte and…read morea fun local coffee shop. A quick Google search found this place. I walked in and was never greeted by either person working. I looked around trying to find the menu and see what they offered and a man at the counter just sat there watching me struggle. Never offered help, never said hello, nothing. I ended up finding a salted caramel latte on the menu and asked to please get one. He rang me up and another worker made it. That person also never spoke until they called out the drink. These folks didn't even smile. :( The drink was decent. Not the best I've had from local coffee shops, but pretty good.

I got an orange blossom matcha latte and I'd say it was decent. The orange blossom syrup was very…read moremild so I could taste it very well. The matcha wasn't very strong and a little overpowered with milk. I didn't try any of their coffees but they looked to be pretty good! I'd give it a 3/5 for the matcha because it was decent but I don't think I'd order it again. The space itself was really nice though and the staff was friendly.

I have come into Joe Van Gogh multiple times, and although I like their drinks, I don't love the…read moreambiance. The restaurant could do a better job at positioning their tables in the space to allow for more patrons to do work (and have access to outlets) without being in the way of those queuing in line for ordering. I have sat here and read a book before, and despite liking my drink, I did not love that I felt "in the way" of others. I also think the bathrooms could be a little more well maintained. However, I do enjoy both the matcha and coffee here, and think that this shop around the Triangle does coffee extremely well. The baristas are knowledgable and can provide insight into various menu options, and are also extremely kind. I will likely be back but just for a grab-and-go coffee.

I would like to share positive feedback regarding a recent trip to the Oak House. The customer…read moreservice is always top-notch, but today was especially great. I was helped by the nicest young man named Kolten, he was pleasant, and it's nice to see a smiling face when you order! I normally order the strawberry matcha, but today I tried raspberry matcha; this will be my new go-to drink!

The lavender latte at Oak House was delicious and perfectly sweetened. My friend got the vanilla…read morecold brew, and it was also delicious. Inside with plenty of seating and lots of choices for coffee and other drinks. Was great and the inside was great.

I absolutely love the vibe at PRESS, it is an upscale coffee shop and restaurant that is modern and…read morechic. Everything we ordered was pituresque with the tables favorite being the country hash crepe. The combination of eggs, bacon, hoop cheese, breakfast potatoes, green onion, avocado, blistered cherry tomatoes, mojo sauce, and sausage gravy make every single bite and experience. If you are getting anything get this. But honestly not sure if you can go wrong with anything here because the berries & cream crepe and the lox & toast were great as well. Make this restaurant next on your list, it is a must!

I started with the sweet potato old fashioned, which was excellent and definitely on the strong…read moreside. For my second drink, I ordered the cherry kiss mimosa and enjoyed that as well. The cocktail program was easily the highlight of my visit. The food, however, didn't quite live up to the drinks. I ordered the carne asada crepe, which was just okay and lacked the flavor I was hoping for. I also ordered a blueberry and lemon curd crepe to go and shared it with my sister. Unfortunately, neither of us found it very enjoyable. The restaurant itself is beautiful, clean, and well maintained. There was a long wait to sit at the bar, but it was around 1:00 pm on a Saturday, so that was understandable.

For a truly unique experience of coffees, teas, and other beverages this is the place to visit…read more With three locations to choose from they're easy to find! And it all started way back when being sold from a bicycle that was converted to dispense coffee! My spouse had an Americano and I had the Amalgamation cold brew tea when I saw someone walk by with it. He said it was very tart, but I thought I'd try it anyway. It's Very Heavy on the hibiscus tea, which is all I could taste, in spite of lemongrass, peppermint, orange peel, and cacaco nibs being in it too. I had some honey added, but that wasn't enough to temper the tartness so added some sugar, which only had a little effect. It wasn't until I added some half and half that it became better. That's my taste buds. Anyone else's may be different, but with or without the cream, it's a very pretty drink. We brought the cinnamon roll home to have later, but it smells divine. BTW, I love the small tables. Colorful and very intricately painted.

Disappointing customer service. I wanted to buy a friend a gift certificate to Cocoa Cinnamon, and…read moreI was charged, but then I was told it would come in my email. That I would need a code. My mistake, I didn't leave with a physical gift certificate. I did receive an email with my receipt, but no GC. I went back to the shop on Hillsborough and I was told they couldn't help me, and gave me the manager's email. I've emailed twice and no response. Really disappointing.

Still a great little spot for good food and conversation. I went to the counter to ask for a menu…read morefor myself and my companion who was yet to arrive, and the young gentleman grabbed a few, and escorted me to a table, put down wrapped silverware and asked if I'd like to get anything while waiting. The waitress was over seconds later, and came back as soon as my friend arrived. The food arrived within just minutes, and was tasty with fresh ingredients. And it's very easy on the pocketbook as well. With all that's on the Esmeralda burger, that would cost $20 at a place downtown. It's $12, with LTO, avocado, cheese, bacon, and jalapeños. And a fried egg on top. With a side of pico. Amazing! It's impossible to be dainty and eat this thing. But wow, is it tasty!!!

Staff is very friendly and the food was delicious. If you anywhere near the Butner, Creedmoor area…read moreoff 85, stop in for a good meal No picture to post. I ate everything