Extremely fast service, and very cute space with positive energy. I would return for another iced…read morecoffee in the future.

This place has sadly gone way way way down hill. Our table was super sticky. We came at a time…read morethat they were not crowded at all. We waited about 30 minutes for drinks and we waited over an hour for our food to come out. We ordered a quesadilla which was good and the Confunditas which was absolutely not edible. The chicken was filled with gristle and it was dry and hard. The tortillas were dry and hard and we could not cut them or chew them. There were flies flying all over the restaurant and attempting to land on the food. It was miserably hot inside the restaurant and the TV above my head had the volume on very low which was super uncomfortable to have to try to be in conversation and hear the low volume of a baseball game for absolutely no reason. I'm so sad and disappointed and have never wanted to get out of a place so bad in my life. At least the manager did remove the inedible food from our bill.

Lutra Cafe is a great spot in the American Tobacco Campus. The vibe is fun and welcoming, and the…read morefood is really good (they have a cute otter mascot). They have coffee, morning buns, and other breakfast foods. We waited in line, but it moved pretty quick! Don't let it scare you. I ordered the biscuits and gravy and the pretzel. The pretzel was absolutely delicious. It came with a bright, spicy mustard that was also quite good. There's a decent amount of tables around the corner from ordering area. If you peep around the wall there's also a few tables in the alcove. It was a great spot to sit and chat with friends.

Lutra Bakery (American Tobacco Campus - Durham)…read more As part of our ongoing effort to explore more of Durham from our home in North Raleigh, we visited Lutra Bakery on a Saturday morning for breakfast. It proved to be well worth the drive. Breakfast for two came to $48.88 plus tax and tip, including a small staff benefits surcharge. **Location & Parking** Lutra is located at the American Tobacco Campus. Parking was easy in the lot near DPAC. One small tip for first-time visitors: as you approach, you won't immediately see the bakery's sign. It's tucked down a gentle driveway on the left. The curved street in front also makes for a convenient drop-off if someone in your group has difficulty walking. Don't let the line outside discourage you. There's limited room inside for people waiting to order, so the line extends outdoors. Once we placed our order, however, we found plenty of seating inside. **Atmosphere & Service** The bakery has a warm, upbeat atmosphere with a real sense of community. Everyone seemed genuinely happy to be there, and the staff kept the line moving while remaining friendly and welcoming. **What We Ordered** * Breakfast Sandwich (no aioli) * Bostock * Orange Sweet Bun * Granola Bowl (Cinnamon Almond Raisin) * Ciabatta Bundle * Drip Coffee **The Food** The **Breakfast Sandwich** was excellent. Served on a house-made cheddar bun with breakfast sausage, a perfectly cooked runny egg, everything worked together beautifully. I especially appreciated that the sausage complemented the sandwich instead of overpowering it, and the cheddar bun added wonderful flavor. The **Granola Bowl** was another highlight. The fresh fruit had exceptional flavor, and the house-made cinnamon, almond, and raisin granola was among the best I've had. It was fresh, balanced, and satisfying without being overly sweet. The **Orange Sweet Bun** was also excellent. The cinnamon bun itself was well made with plenty of cinnamon flavor, while the orange icing gave it a bright, citrusy finish. Lutra offers several icing flavors, and after trying this one I'll definitely be back to sample the others. The **Bostock** was beautifully baked. My only observation was that the almond extract was so dominant that you could not taste the cardamom. We also took home a **bundle of ciabatta rolls**. They were nicely made with a good crust, though they were lighter in texture than I generally prefer. **Overall** Lutra combines excellent baking, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere in a charming setting. We enjoyed everything, This is exactly the kind of neighborhood bakery we'd happily visit again, and we'll definitely be back the next time we're exploring Durham.

I met some friends for a glass of wine at Coco and we decided to stay for dinner. I am so glad we…read moredid! I had been here a few times in the morning for coffee, but it sort of fell off my radar as a dinner option. I have been missing out. The food was super fresh, expertly prepared, and seriously delish. I am not a plant-based person, and I would not have even realized that our meal was 100% plant-based. Started with the feta and fig crostini (amazing) and roasted brussel sprouts (perfectly prepared - not greasy at all!). Dinner was the beer cheese and pickled jalapeño burger (with extra beer cheese for the fries) - absolutely fantastic. We were too full for dessert, but from what I understand, they have some pretty good stuff. I'll have to save room the next time I go. Parking was free and easy in the lot next door, lighting and music were soft and cozy, service was attentive (thank you, Lily!), and overall it was a great night. We even joined in the birthday celebration with the family of 8 next to us. This is a really great local spot owned by a local family - highly recommend.

I had a great experience eating at Coco with my 2-year old. We went in right before noon. We chose…read moreour own table. This is a very clean restaurants. Everything is vegan. I had a burger with breakfast potatoes. The burger itself was good but the top bun was a bit hard to chew on. I needed up removing the top bun to finish the burger. My daughter had pancakes with - fruit cup, I wouldn't advise to get the fruit cup for $5, it only had 1 strawberry, a few good blueberries and grapes. We had a warm chocolate chip cookie. Now that was delicious. My daughter really enjoyed her pancake. Our server was attentive and service was great overall. I will be back.

Oh my wow!!! I'm visiting chapel hill for the time being and this was the perfect cafe I needed…read moreafter a hike. The server was so kind and funny, I loved his charm and recommendations. I got the crispy potato brekkie and wowowoow I need that again!!!! So freaking delicious and my friend got the Nutella French toast without the Nutella and she said it was amazing!!! Blueberry matcha was decent. Vibes were good for a casual hangout, or even to study if I please. Would def come back!

The breakfast burrito is EXCELLENT! Good portion size, we have been splitting the burrito and…read morepotato plate and it is more than enough for two people. The pulled pork is seasoned well and the mix of flavors is perfect. Coffee is great too. We've had great service every time without a wait for seating. One of our favorite places in the area.

Cute place, was hoping the Greek truck was open but it wasn't. That was why we stopped in. Stayed…read moreto try a flight of cider and try a chocolate cookie.

This was my second time visiting the Can Opener Food Truck Park and it did not disappoint! There…read moreare multiple delicious food trucks to eat at along with coffee, beer, and cocktails to enjoy! On this trip we got a beer and then I enjoyed a Breakfast Burrito from Queen Eggxpress. It was SO amazing and is a food truck that you must visit! I love that everyone can order at whichever truck they wanted and then if they wanted a drink they could go inside and order a drink. There is inside and outside seating along with some nice covered areas outside. That's where we sat this trip and it was perfect to enjoy some nice cooler weather in the shade. You can't miss this great spot located super close to the Can Opener Bridge!

Really tall barista with glasses made me feel like I was so random unhoused person from off the…read morestreet . I bought oatthat balls that I usually get from 9th st bakery . They are a lot more welcoming there . I guess he was a bit overstimulated but yeah left feeling like i wouldn't want to come back.

Dope music and vibe: Sunlight, warm lights, walls adorned…read moreWith nature's beauty. Enjoy a beer and Sandwich, side of dill salad. I'll be coming back, For coffee and flowers.

This açaí bowl genuinely puts California to shame (and that's saying something, acai bowls should…read morein theory be best on the west coast). I'm a HUGE fan of the size options, the ability to customize, and the overall quality of the bowl. I love how the base isn't just sorbet. Stay winnin Chapel Hill

Definitely a nice and cool place to study or grab a quick bite to eat with friends. I'd say the…read morewaffles came out quite fast and looked really nice, but I'm not used to the texture of a protein waffle. I ordered the protein waffle with Nutella while my cousin got a protein waffle with blueberries, bananas, and peanut butter. While it wasn't something we normally would order, it definitely felt nutritious and was really filling to eat! I thought this one waffle wouldn't be enough for dinner, but I was surprisingly full eating half! Guess they don't call it protein waffle for nothing! Service was nice. Not too many people for a Friday afternoon, but the workers were quick to bring our waffle out. We also got an açaí bowl with Nutella (lol, it's because we have a little one who likes Nutella) and it was also really nice and refreshing for the humid summers out in NC!

Cute little cafe with nice drink selection in a great location. Coffee was tasty. The variety of…read moresandwiches our group got was all fine. Could have been excellent but nothing super memorable. Acai bowl ("protein bowl" on the nenu) was very fresh and tasty. Service was fine. Staff wasn't super busy but wasn't particularly welcoming. Sandwiches came out quickly but protein bowl, which is pretty much just a fruit bowl, for some reason took forever. Everyone had long since finished their sandwiches when it finally came out. No explanation or apology. We weren't looking for much, but staff probably should have said something, especially since we'd asked if it was coming soon. All in all I wouldn't be disappointed to come back, but there are so many great cafes, coffee shops and restaurants in Durham that I'd go to one of the other ones first.

Tucked into a corner with plenty of outdoor seating, this spot is convenient and welcoming. Street…read moreparking is easy, and there are lots nearby around Brightleaf, making it a quick stop to pick up a sandwich for lunch. It's also a nice place to spend a quiet, sunny weekend morning working or reading outside. Indoor seating is limited, and I can imagine it gets busy during the week when people stop in for a bite. It seems to be good a work space, with the fast wifi and even a printer set up. Service was friendly and fast. Their coffee uses high quality beans, and also offer bags of coffee beans from roasters like Black & White and Couture Culture for purchase. Unfortunately, their matcha (got the seasonal wild strawberry matcha) was very watery and lacked much flavor. Would definitely get coffee drinks in the future! Service: 5/5 Drink: 2/5 Atmosphere: 4/5