Found this coffee shop on TikTok! Me and my aunt were in town for a concert and I HAD to have a…read morelatte somewhere! I got the slugger latte (i think that was the name?) and it was made to absolute perfection! The barista most definitely took their time and put a lot of love into this latte. Outstanding customer service and vibe.

Some coffee shops are designed for a quick caffeine fix. Others become part of the fabric of a…read moreneighborhood. Willow House Coffee is firmly the latter. Bryan and Judy have created something that feels increasingly rare: a space where hospitality is the defining feature. Equal parts coffee shop and community living room, Willow House welcomes everyone; from remote workers settling in for the morning to families with young children, friends lingering over conversation, and neighbors who simply stopped by to say hello. The café itself is airy and expansive, filled with natural light and the unmistakable aroma of freshly brewed coffee. It invites you to slow down. Tables become workstations, conversations stretch a little longer than planned, and children move comfortably through the space without anyone batting an eye. It is thoughtfully designed for real life. What makes Willow House memorable, however, isn't just the setting. It's Bryan and Judy. Their warmth is woven into every interaction, whether they're greeting a first-time visitor or welcoming back a regular by name. Having had the privilege of knowing them personally, I can say with confidence that the care they extend isn't performative. They have an extraordinary ability to make people feel genuinely seen, and that spirit shapes the entire experience. The coffee is every bit as impressive as the hospitality. My standing order is the "Salty Southerner" equally exceptional served hot or over ice, with the perfect balance of sweet, salty and smoky. The pastry case highlights locally baked treats alongside gluten-free options, and the Artie Bars have earned something of a cult following among regulars. Parking can appear limited at first glance, but don't let that discourage you. A complimentary two-hour parking garage sits just steps away, making the café surprisingly easy to access. Its location also places you within walking distance of the trails and open landscapes of Dix Park, making it an ideal stop before or after an afternoon outdoors. Willow House Coffee isn't simply a place to grab a cup of coffee. It's the kind of place that quietly reshapes your plans for the day. You come for a drink, stay for the atmosphere, and leave already thinking about your next visit. In a city filled with cafés, that feeling is what makes Willow House stand apart.

Stopped by 321 coffee during an event and I'm so glad we finally tried it. When you arrive there is…read moreparking available on the street or a nearby garage. Walking up you'll find the entrance to the coffee shop off of Hillsborough street in between the office plaza. Walking in there isn't any seating outside as this location seems to be primarily for the office buildings around it. If you are looking for a table there is seating available outside. Walking in the coffee shop feels bright, open, and welcoming. To order you'll proceed to the counter and place your order. When it's ready the barista will call your name. I ordered the Lenovo Special Latte (Iced latte with our signature dark roast espresso, whole milk, and cookie butter flavor) since they were hosting the event. The coffee was well balanced and the cookie butter flavor was a nice touch. I definitely recommend checking out 321 coffee if you are in the Downtown Raleigh area.

This place knows how to do coffee! My friend ordered me a hot cinnamon roll latte and my little one…read morean iced one as she loves her coffee like mommy ! Coffee flavor is bold and was definitely the star of both drinks - not too sweet! And the service was friendly and welcoming! Will be coming back and highly recommend as we will be visiting NC a lot more this fall !

Easy to find, small interior but there is seating outdoors as well. I was promptly greeted by the…read morefriendly barista. She answered my questions about what people liked to order, then I promptly didn't order any but went with the Elvis (iced) she made it half sweet for me as I'm not big on really sweet drinks. Very friendly atmosphere and great drink. They do have plenty of specialty flavors, so I'll go back to give more a try. They have pastries from bakers dozen if you feel like something to eat with your coffee. Will return!

Notes Coffee House was a little difficult to find at first because the signage isn't very visible…read morefrom the parking lot, but it was well worth the search. I ordered a strawberry lemonade and my husband got the Cherry Bomb (cherry amaretto latte), and both were excellent. They have a creative menu with lots of tempting options, so we'll definitely be back to try more.

We had some time to kill and were looking for a non-chain coffee spot. This one was close by and…read morehad great reviews. So we decided to give them a try. We had a little difficulty finding it. GPS brought us to the parking lot behind the building. There isn't clear signage to direct you where to go. We managed to find our way up the stairs and into the building. There are a number of businesses located inside. Lucky Tree is super cute. It's set up to encourage working, with plenty of charging spots all around. There is a variety of seating, from long wooden tables to smaller individual areas. We ordered a chai latte and golden milk latte, both with oat milk. Both drinks were good. Fyi there is a separate entrance from the side that takes you directly to another smaller parking lot.

This is a place I wish was closer to my home. Thankfully it's not to far away. Very cool relaxing…read moreenvironment. Friendly staff. Good menu selection. A variety of seating options. And a variety of things for sale in the front. I got the iced vanilla maple, it was phenomenal. It had the right amount of sweetness with a great flavor. Also the almond butter cookie was soft and flavorful. I will be back. Thank you for a great experience.

I met someone for a business appointment and Java Jive Coffee and Tea was his choice of location. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised what a wonderful coffee shop this was. Their entrance led into a small but charming shop displaying local art treasures. Even though small, they made good use of the space with tables of varying sizes to accommodate single customers or small groups. The service was excellent and included bringing my order to me personally. I ordered a latte with almond milk and found the coffee base had an excellent flavor. The shop is close to local businesses but tucked in with smaller shops. There was plenty of parking which is a plus. I'll definitely go back the next time I'm in the area and try one of their food offerings.

Tried the matcha latte with coconut milk this time and loved it. They told me the matcha itself is…read moreunsweetened and the sugar is added based on your preference, which I really appreciated. The flavor turned out perfect. The ambience is cute, and they also have outdoor seating, which makes it a nice spot to hang out.

Unfortunately I need to revise my rating for Carriage House and lower it to 2 stars. My wife and I…read morehave been here a few times and we've frequently encountered problems. For example, today my wife grabbed a decaf latte and the flavor of it was just incredibly weak and watery (I tried it too). And it was $7 without tip! We've also encountered rudeness from the workers before. I don't think we'll be back.

Food: got hot chocolates and it was pretty tasty but super hot. It was incredibly cold that day so…read morethe hot chocolates being super hot was appreciated and kept your hand warm while walking around Service: they were super friendly and got the drinks fairly quickly for having a semi long line Ambiance: it's located inside a truck but you order your food from the window. It's in the middle of Fenton so you can walk to all the shops. Parking: plenty of parking since it's located in Fenton which is a shopping area. There are parking garages also

Super cute boutique gift and coffee shop. Space is bright, clean and beautifully done. I had the…read moreHoney Bee latte and it was the perfect temperature and a nice balance between the honey and cinnamon. They have a small selection of baked goods. I had the orange cranberry scone and it was ok (used the microwave to heat). Would love to see more variety in the baked goods case.

I love this new location for thanks a latte. It's super open and bright. It's fun to shop around…read moreand look at all the little gift items they have. The workers was super nice and helpful. I got something that was kind of on the menu but instead of coffee I added it to be a matcha. They were willing to walk with me as I don't drink coffee and I appreciate them giving me a suggestions and letting me pick a coffee latte but switch it out. I definitely think it's a good matcha for a coffee shop. I'm super picky with my watch and I like it super strong. So it wasn't a strong matcha but it wasn't a bad match which I'm happy about that because that's all that matters. It was a matcha cold foam with matcha and vanilla lavender. Originally that drink was supposed to be much of cold foam with coffee and vanilla and lavender. This is a great place to grab coffee with friends and hang out because of the space and the shopping area.

More like 3.5 stars but I'm feeling generous today and overall enjoyed the space…read more The staff here is so friendly, the space was clean and there is a fair amount of selections of different board games. I got a London fog which was a little too sweet for me but still cozy. I loved the bathroom sign haha wish I took a pic! You'll have to go check it out yourself. Plenty of parking in the large shared parking lot out front. Wish they had longer hours for some evening board game meet up options but it is what it is.

I came here during my trip to Cary and overall was not impressed with the service. We waited 30…read moreminutes for a Croiffle which I'm pretty sure they just forgot about until we asked for an update. When it came out it was laughable that it took them so long (photo attached). There was only 1 other customer in the whole place. My Slamwich was decent and came out in about 15 minutes. My nephew liked the smoothie he got and we enjoyed the selection of games to play while we waited. So I recommend only coming here if you're not in a rush.