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    Drift Coffee

    4.1 (13 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Iced coffee drink suggested by worker.
    Markie'Sha J.

    The customer service was AMAZING!!!!!!! I have visited this location four times so far and each time is consistent. The customer service is great. The bathrooms are extremely clean and the temperature of the water in the bathroom faucet is actually warm, for some reason that's almost unheard of these days and I really appreciate it. Today I tried a drink that was suggested by one of the workers I have no idea exactly what it's called, but she did use a vanilla bean syrup and it came out gorgeous. I knew I'm just looking at it that this coffee was gonna be good and she did not disappoint.

    Salted Coconut Oat Coldie
 Flash Cold Brew Coffee, Maple Oat Cream topped with Coconut Foam
    Madison L.

    Drift has become a staple for my brother and I! We had been to the Raleigh location and were thoroughly impressed so we knew we had to check out the new Chapel Hill/Durham location. Safe to say, we were still impressed and may have found our new favorite Drift location! The staff are always so friendly and helpful! A sweet man took our orders and helped answer questions about the coconut coldie and successfully persuaded my brother to try the seasonal raspberry almond iced latte. The gentleman was very knowledgeable about the coffee beans and menu! Our food was made fresh and the quality is something you taste right away! My brother has gotten the burrito both times because it is such a great staple! His only complaint was that the Raleigh location serves potatoes on the side with the burrito and this Chapel Hill location does not. The yogurt bowl was sweet--but not overly sweet. The fresh berries, honey, and granola uplifted it perfectly! The chia bowl was also SO good! The almond butter and jam were the perfect toppings. I have such a hard time picking between the two. The side of eggs are always so fresh and tasty, I am not sure where they get there eggs but they taste farm fresh for sure!! Lastly, the coffee is great! The gentleman told us they roast them locally in Wilmington and they always have fun seasonal drinks! I personally LOVE the Salted Coconut Oat Coldie (Flash Cold Brew Coffee, Maple Oat Cream topped with Coconut Foam), I find myself licking the straw to get every last drop of that coconut cold foam! Next on my list to try from Drift is the seasonal wild blueberry matcha! If you find yourself looking for a delicious brunch spot, do not by any means pass up Drift! The inside is warm and welcoming, the staff are so sweet and helpful, and the food/coffee has yet to disappoint! I will be back very soon, maybe even this weekend!!

    Gingersnap Latte
    Phillip N.

    2nd day in a row here and I've loved both my coffees and the food I ordered! The coffee is so good! I've had the Iced Gingersnap Latte and the Iced Salted Butterscotch Cappuccino. Both were excellent! The barista's and chefs are so nice and the food was good too. I had the avocado egg and cheese sandwich. It was good. It does come on a bun in case that isn't your jam for a breakfast sandwich. The shop is super cute, good music, and a place I can see myself hanging out with friends or working outside the house. I'm so happy to have a good coffee shop in RTP near work! I think I'll become a regular here! :)

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    Marty W.

    Really cute shop with nice interior, really good, courteous service, nice merch displayed. Coffee was ok. Will definitely give another try and maybe grab some food also.

    Side of grilled chicken

    This is a cute place. The first few times I ate here it was good but I had a pretty bad experience today. The wait for food is long in general but when my food did arrive the side of grilled chicken I got looked inedible and smelled pretty strange. Probably will not be returning.

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    Michael P.

    Hi Phillip! Thanks for visiting. We hope you'll become a regular

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    Hi Kristen, Thanks for visiting. Welcome back.

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    Welcome back! Looking forward to having you.

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    3 months ago

    Loved their caramel latte! Added chicken to the veggie breakfast burrito and it was really good!

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    Thanks for visiting, Natalie!

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