I was pleasantly surprised by this coffeeshop. It's located in an older shopping center near the corner of South Cannon & Dale Earnhardt. There is plenty of parking and they have a drive thru option. They have a nice variety of Hot and Iced drinks as well as some Frozen drinks and Smoothies. They also offer a small variety of baked goods and snacks. I tried a small Chai Tea Latte and a Cranberry Orange muffin during my visit. I was very happy with both. I was also happy to find that the prices were reasonable (both items were $7). The inside is pretty spacious, warm and very welcoming. They have 5 tables, comfortably seating 3-4 people each. They also have a nice couch and arm chairs near the fire place. You can find several outlets along the wall (they have USB outlets, too). There were only two staff members during my visit, but let me tell you, they were awesome! They welcomed every guest like they were old friends and they kept the drive thru moving. Seriously, the drive thru was flowing the whole time. I would definitely recommend the French Express and I look forward to my next visit. read more

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Found this cute coffee shop On Yelp as we were passing through Charlotte. Great place for relaxing and enjoying a good cup of coffee. Staff was very nice and service was prompt. I had the Americano with SF White Chocolate syrup. I was going to get some half & half but they charge $2!!!! That was the only thing that would stop me from going back (or take my own!) We didn't go through the drive through but the way they have it laid out is awful. If you go inside park way out so you don't get blocked. Overall, very nice place. Love the fireplace and plenty of seating. read more

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The mango smoothie was great. Good atmosphere. Stephanie was great to speak to and very friendly. To the owner: Add some SANDWICHES. Otherwise great cafe. read more

French Express - Mango something smoothie. Yum! - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

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Great coffee option to the big box coffee guys. Very cordial and friendly staff. And they get it out in a hurry. Gets a bit tight in the parking lot in the morning, but you can always go inside and get your fix. Cute inside too with some tables to stay a while. read more

I love love love the french express. I prefer small business and the coffee is amazing to me. The prices are so good! I love the punch card and it works at both locations! I go to both locations so much! The customer service is always pleasant and welcoming! I am always welcomed with a smile! I can have a conversation with all the employees and I love that!! This location is so cute on the inside!! It is a little hidden gem in Ktown! read more

French Express - Large Iced Caramel Latte with whip and caramel drizzle! - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

They have some of the best bean, in Kannapolis~Concord ... for your hot or cold beverage. And they're good people They accidentally over-cream your drink? You let them know {ask them to add some more brew, to balance it out} , they say "No problem" and take care of it. No drama. It's amazing how quick they make people drinks, going through the drive-through - even people wanting it made in some crazy, complicated way. You haven't lived, till you've ate one of their white chocolate / lime scones. read more

The coffee here is really good. The service here is even better! They try really hard to please every customer. They know their menu and are helpful in making your decision. The place is clean. They have a convenient drive thru window. The prices are very fair. I recommend giving this place a try! read more

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Terrible service, food is almost always stale and comes from Sam's club, drive thru is ignored and takes a million years. Take your money elsewhere! read more

I love French Express and the people who work there! I always enjoy seeing them and they are so sweet and friendly! Love love love the Iced Vanilla Latte! It's my favorite and always tastes DELICIOUS!!! read more

French Express - Iced vanilla latte... YUM!!! It's always perfect and delicious! - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

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Stumbled across this place and I couldn't be more excited. Fantastic coffee and the two ladies there were super fun, helpful and patient while I tried to figure out what I wanted. read more

I haven't been in years but decided to drop by today and let me tell you, they're still so so so good! I got the peach smoothie and my partner got a frozen caramel latte & we were both so happy! This is definitely one of the best coffee shops around! read more

French Express - a person holding a glass of orange juice - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

highly recommend!! The frozen vanilla cream is one of my favorites! This pineapple mango smoothie with half and half is INCREDIBLE!! I go here quite often and I'm never disappointed. read more

French Express - Mango pineapple smoothie!! Yum! - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

This is a very sub-par coffee shop. If you need a quick caffeine fix it'll do the trick, but that's about it. The coffee really isn't great, and there's nothing that stood out to me about this business other than the drive through, which is convenient. I'd recommend lots of other places before this. read more

Love their iced coffees and awesome customer service the pups love their chinos Favorite order- French express frozen extra drizzle read more

Every single staff member in that establishment deserves a raise, they're some of the most down to earth people and so respectful. They make some of the best coffee, Iced coffee, and smoothies in the Kannapolis area. Just do it, you'll understand. read more

The staff is amazing and the frozen French express mocha is so good! My go-to coffee place.

After a good work out, what's the best way to celebrate the fact that you actually went to them gym after weeks? Coffee! French express is conveniently located in the plaza with Planet Fitness and I couldn't fight off the urge to reward myself. I had the frozen witches brew coffee which has chocolate (I heard it's good for the heart. Well, maybe that's dark chocolate. Same difference!), notes of nuts (I can't remember if it was almond of hazelnut) and for an extra $1, I added protein powder. They do have a drive thru, which seemed like everyone preferred but don't rush because when you're at the window, Avi takes her time explaining the different coffees and what you can expect when you're at the window! Same prices as Starbucks, more options, loyalty program cards, bigger portions, kick ass staff! What more could you ask for?!? Oh yeah, and the coffee was great! They even have Splenda options (I couldn't bring myself to be THAT healthy this time) read more

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I always get my mocha frappe here since I moved to the area. My doggos love the pup cups. Friendly staff and quick service.

The Best Coffee House in the area. I love that I can bring my own food, heat it there and eat it here as long as I buy a drink. Staff is great and the selection of coffee is wide, they will mix you a new drink if you tell them what you want in it. They use Ohio based Crimson Cup roasting company for beans with Armando Blend being their choice #1. They do reservations for the tables if you plan a group meeting. I stop by here for a cup almost every day. read more

French Express - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

A great coffee house for Kannapolis. Locally owned. Love the design, atmosphere and the coffee. Would get at least 4 stars even in a major city. Not much room for me to expand. If you want a cool place to chill in the area, this is your spot. read more

Love this place and the staff is awesome!! I go there all the time and get a large chai with vanilla or seasonal pumpkin! They even have a drive thru lane. read more

The drinks are amazing with such variety! The people there are always super sweet and work proficiently, I also always get a cute little note on my drink! The food is also amazing and tastes sooo fresh:). read more

2nd visit it's cold outside but the fireplace is sexy and it's warm inside. Coffee is awesome again... I am very happy about this place. Owner has worked hard to make it nice very nice.... read more

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I really like this place. The coffee is good, the staff is awesome. Today was my first time there and the store is really cute. I didn't realize they had a drive thru until I pulled in the parking lot. If I didn't work in the opposite direction, I'd make this a stop off point for sure. The ONLY issue I had with it was the air freshener. I'm not sure if I was sitting next to it or something, but it overpowered the smell of the coffee and that coffee smell is one of my favorite things about coffee shops. It got to be too much so I ended up leaving earlier than I wanted to, but it won't deter me from coming back. Check this place out if you're in the area. It's a great little place. read more

This place is awesome and a real great place to chill, drink some coffee, and support a locally owned business! Don't expect the service of a Starbucks, this place is so much better and the cost is much lower!! It might be a little slow but it's friendly, eclectic, and what you would want in a neighborhood coffee house. read more

French Express - Americano and hanging out! - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

Recently discovered this cool hang out spot, and I'm not disappointed at all. I ordered an iced hazelnut coffee and it was delicious. The owner of the cafe is very friendly and personable and will strike a conversation with you. This is a family owned business and you can tell they care about their customers. The ambience is laid back and there are even couches to sit on as well as tables. The prices are reasonable and you're supporting a local business. Definitely my new hang out spot. They no local charity/donation type drives so stop in there sometime and check them out. read more

Friendly service. Beautiful interior design. Kid friendly. White Mocha frozen coffee!!! Yum!! Only gluten free option is rice krispy treat food. Kids enjoyed normal chocolate muffin and pumpkin cupcake. Muffins are a good size. read more

Great place for coffee and great staff with that being said I wouldn't buy a bag of coffee for home. They used to be full bags for around $14 now it's the same price and the last two times it's been a half a bag. I questioned them about it the next time I went and they told me they weigh it out. So it went from a full bag that they weighed out to half a bag that they weigh out. Hmmm read more

Best coffee I've had in Kannapolis. They have a variety of options and provided quick and friendly service

All their locations are great and it you like supporting small and local, feel great about the french express!

I love going here to get a quick coffee. The staff is always so sweet and the coffee is always amazing. Never disappoints!

Went there for an iced coffee with sugar free syrup they had a ton of the sugar free syrups to choose from and he recommended the hazelnut almond syrup (the nutty professor )!!! I received it fast with great service and the coffee was the best I've ever had so smooth and amazing. 5 stars for sure! read more

French Express - Cafes Near Me - Kannapolis, North Carolina

Drinks are always perfect. The espresso is smooth, not bitter or burnt tasting like other coffee shops. Check them out! You won't regret it! Try the Iced French Express Mocha it's amazing! read more

Great Coffee and friendly service!! Have visited both locations and prefer the one in China Grove.

Delicious and very tasty.very nice place to go inside and study or to just pick up and run .I'll be back.

Adorable atmosphere and fantastic service. A great local coffee house. Free WiFi, comfy chairs and tables and the perfect spot to work with delicious coffee to accompany. read more

One of my favorite small coffee shops to stop by when I'm in town! Great variety of fun coffees. Staff is great, the shop is clean and the decor is welcoming. They also carry a small assortment of breakfast items. read more

Great place and great people. Best coffee & tea shop in Kannapolis. Edit: THEY ARE NOW OPEN ON SUNDAYS! read more

Cute place and friendly staff. Went early morning on my way to the airport and there was no wait. Lots to choose from but I tried their specialty mocha with white chocolate and caramel. It was wonderful. Not too sweet and not a ton of foam - yum! read more

Love going there and getting a French express iced latte!! So yummy and love the customer service!