This is a cute, dare I say hipster, coffee shop located in Carborro. I had a good experience at this coffee shop the past weekend. I visited during social distancing, so indoor seating wasn't available yet. However, there's a lot of space inside, so I imagine when it reopens for inside seating, this is a great place to meet a friend for coffee or sit and study. There's also a nice covered patio area for outside seating. 10/10 for ambiance. I personally love the modern, chic industrial style. The coffee was also really great! I tried the maple latte and was more than pleasantly surprised. The flavor wasn't overly sweet, and was super unique! I love that they use their own maple syrup. We actually decided to buy a bottle of it to go. Lastly, the staff was friendly and service was quick. Overall, highly recommend. read more

After repeatedly touching his face, running his fingers through his hair, etc. coughing barista used his fingers to tamp down the ground coffee beans as he made my drink. I don't know what he has, but I don't want it nor the cappuccino it's now swimming in. read more

I love their coffee. The variety, flavors profiles, roasting techniques, attention to detail, and freshness are unparalleled. Whether it be buying a drink there or getting beans to grind at his , the notes are perfection. Just amazing to have such a great coffee place in this area that knows what they are doing. My only qualm is their ridiculously limited hours of operation. I don't understand read more

This is my fiancée's new favorite coffee! We tried the maple iced latte ($6.45, so a bit more expensive) and it was the perfect blend of strong coffee taste and rich sweetness. It was very hot out today, so this was the perfect way to cool down and stay energized in the afternoon. They had pastries and cute lil buttons for sale as well, and many people looked to be working on computers using the free wifi. They're also LGBTQ friendly - talk about a happy pride month! There's plenty of parking in the area, but with their location so central in Carrboro, you could even walk or bike. We'll definitely be back next time we're in the area! read more

Great lattes and coffee, but slightly on the expensive side. That being said, they don't do tips (tip is included), so it evens out. Only outdoor seating at the moment. Very limited selection of baked goods, but all of the options are super yummy. Staff is friendly. I will be going back. read more

Great for fantastic coffee and a morning or afternoon of coffee shop studying! I love the open space, natural light through the glass wall, and big tables for studying. The WiFi works well. I didn't see any outlets when I took a quick look around, but I read the other reviews and came with a fully charged laptop. Bring a sweater or light jacket when it's chilly out -- when people open the door, the cold wind rushes in very easily. It makes the hot coffee more enjoyable, but it also makes you cold when the coffee's gone. The noise level is moderate/loud on the weekends, but I work just fine with background noise and found it to be a nice way to stay awake after a heavy lunch across the street at Gourmet Kingdom. The sign for the place isn't very obvious, but Google Maps is accurate. It's right next to Cat's Cradle. There is a parking lot available in front, although it does seem pretty full -- not sure how hard it usually is to find parking. I'm marking this down as one of my favorite places for coffee + studying! read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

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Had a delicious oat milk latte. The coffee was great, and there was plenty of outdoor seating as the inside is still closed. Restrooms were very clean. Would recommend! read more

This coffee shop is so cute and the coffee flavors are super unique. My husband loved the cookie. I didn't love my rose flavored coffee but they made it half caff for me which is super nice! read more

Yummy latte and cute workspace. I asked for a weird combo (a full pump of lavender and half a pump of honey) and the barista who took my order made sure to right away add the syrups so it would come out right. read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Iced latte was good & the staff was friendly! LGBTQ and mobility friendly. Gender neutral bathrooms and plenty of outdoor seating.

1 is too much to rate this place. Total disrespect to clients and especially the terrible barista named Josh. It's a shame to even call himself a barista because he has no knowledge nor morals to even deal with clients. Even for free I wouldn't go. Terrible experience and Josh is absolutely someone who I would never allow to interact with clients. Any place is better then this place. read more

Service is sterile Ambiance is right out of We The Living. Key experiential takeaway: An inability to get even peripherally close to a proper cappuccino...whilst radically overpaying for the ambiance of drinking said boiled milk w/coffee in it's creator's concrete bombshelter (admittedly with windows). Overpriced snobbery.. the emperor has no foam. 2 stars: Food quality: 2 Price to quality ratio (bang for the buck): 0.25 to 1 star Ambiance: 1 Location: 3 For comparison: 1 star: a coin operated coffee machine (with powered artificial creamer) in the bowels of a government services building, that is rarely, if ever, cleaned. 2 star: Starbucks automated milk "froth" and that low quality, yet very consistent, flavor. 3 star: Dunkin Donuts may define a 1 star food quality level but their employees are normally friendly and approachable (a 3-5 star rating, imo) so they normally get pulled up on that. read more

They won't provide either Stevia or Splenda or any non-sugar for your coffee. People with medical conditions such as diabetes or hypoglycemia should know that and that the manager says it's against his philosophy to offer any substitutes. read more

I like Gray Squirrel. Really good coffee, but it's not my favorite coffee shop in the area. Overall, this is somewhere I would meet people or stop to pick up something on my way to work, but I probably will not work or study here in the future. The interior is nice. It feels bright and open. The modern feel did not create a welcoming or cozy environment though. There's an assortment of tables with stools and some bleachers (read: seating not comfortable for long periods of time). I didn't notice many outlets, so be sure your laptop is charged if you're planning on using it. I ordered an Americano, and it was well-made. They asked if I wanted it tall with more water or short with less, which I appreciated. I chose tall since I was there for a while, and it was very smooth. I would continue to order this, though I might be tempted by a latte in the future. read more

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I've been trying to explore and Yelping away with finding the right coffee shop I can read and do work at. I stumbled upon this, and totally fell in love! They have tons of seating inside along with wifi and amazing coffee! I tried their maple iced coffee and it was really good. Just as a disclaimer they don't have any vanilla syrup but do have maple as a substitute. Ample of parking right next to the shop. Also, the way they serve their coffee is so hip. can't wait to be back here again! read more

Great ambiance. Lots of seating and a good place to study. Coffee tastes good. A little pricy, but what coffee shop isn't nowadays! Will be coming back! read more

The first real coffee shop I've found. I always order a cappuccino, and in most places, the foam is off. After being in Australia and their crazy coffee culture, this is the first place where the coffee matched the quality I had overseas. This might be my go-to place now, plus it's not very expensive. read more

My daughter and I stopped by today and we thought it was good. The person who served us was extremely helpful, and not pretentious in that "I'm a cool barista" sort of way. My daughter had an iced coffee, and I had the maple latte. My maple latte was so smooth and just sweet enough without a hint of that artificial flavor you sometimes get at coffee places. The one thing I appreciated the most though? No tip jar, and no option to leave a tip when paying by card. I'm not cheap - I just think tipping expectations has gone over the edge these days. read more

This is a great new location! The coffee and lattes here are excellent. Be sure to try their almond milk latte - it is like no other. Last time I went, I tried the maple latte and it was perfectly smooth and not-too-sweet, exactly how I like it In terms of seating and study space: There are some small tables and many long, extended tables. On a different side, there are wooden bleachers. I felt like the former caters more to the grad student or more adult coffee shop go-er while the bleachers have a more hipster, undergrad appeal. The chairs are all barstools. For me, that automatically meant that this would be a coffee shop I'd visit to meet up friends or to work, but for only short periods of time. Not a work all day spot. Having backrest has been important when I'm hunched over working on my computer. I suppose you could get a table that is along the wall and lean back on that, too. Anyway, thought that was worth mentioning if that's an issue for anyone. Overall, an awesome coffee shop! I'll be back! read more

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I was disappointed in the bakery offering. The website indicated this was a bakery and coffee shop while it's really just coffee.

Most amazing coffee I've ever had ! Highly recommend! The Smokey chocolate has the most delicious mild Smokey flavor with dark chocolate undertones read more

I stopped by while passing through Raleigh for work. I went with an iced almond milk latte. It was very good. Nothing noteworthy, just a delicious iced beverage. Would visit again if I'm back in the area. read more

This is where I come and study if I want to be in Carrboro and later walk around the area. It's a beautiful coffee shop with minimalist decoration where you can enjoy how everything is arranged. They have parking around but sometimes it gets busy and you have to park either in the garage or in the streets. Either way, once you find a parking space, you can walk in and enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, or pastry. They do not have food just pastries and coffee beverages. There is enough space for many people to study and if inside is busy there is always outside seating area. Love the feel of this place and their coffee is delicious. read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Soy latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

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Great coffee and fun flavors ! Got the maple latte with oat milk and it tasted great. Definitely the best flavor on the menu

Here is my review of the Gray Squirrel Coffee Co! Haha here we go! Yep, here it comes! Are you ready? Okay cool, I will count it down and then start. Three, two, one, uh oh my shoe is untied, hold on a second. Okay I'm ready. To start. Start what? Oh yeah!! The review of the coffee place. It was great! Five stars! Nitro cold brew! That's all for the review. Thank you for your time. It is important to know that I worked very hard on this and that my review may be the review that helps sway your opinion in giving the business your business. The end. .......?? read more

Good craft coffee, long wait, expensive. $1 extra for oat milk which is to be expected. But the drinks are already pricey. I like the vibe inside, open/airy feel to it. I think I am spoiled by the abundance of craft coffee scene in Charlotte, NC and so I recognize that a craft coffee shop in Chapel Hill where there is far less competition, less coffee shops means a higher price point. My maple latte was excellent though and a perfect temperature. I just would be broke if I had that weekly. I've been twice and plan to return when i visit chapel hill. Nice size parking lot too which is a plus. read more

Gray Squirrel is the best coffee place in town. They take it seriously and the baristas show great attention to detail. It's one of the only places I've found that offers a Kyoto-style iced coffee, which is so unique and wonderful when done correctly like Gray Squirrel does. The baker here is also super talented. Honestly some of the best scones I've had anywhere, ever. read more

The baked goods at this place are amazing. Also the best espresso in the area. Really awesome spot.

Was visiting Chapel Hill and found this place via Yelp. Super impressed by the craft roasted coffee (some of the best I've had) and friendly staff. I especially loved that they are part of the Orange County Living Wage association which means that there isn't the push for tips and that they pay their employees enough to actually live on (Look up the organization, it's pretty cool). Prices were a bit higher than most coffee shops due to the fact that they don't take tips (per above) but it makes up for it with the quality coffee and cool vibe. It was so good I bought a bag to bring home. As for space, there are plenty of tables to sit and chill or open up a lap top. read more

Nice place to stop in for coffee. Good coffee and chai drinks, baked goods. Great service and friendly staff.

Nice ambiance. My oat milk latte is yummy. I just wish they had more charging spots for your electronics. read more

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Like the folks and the coffee at the main store, but have had too many bad experiences with the staff at their kiosk at the Chapel Hill Library. Just plain rude and unpleasant. If you need coffee and plan to be at the library, grab the coffee before you get there. Do recommend the folks at the cafe in Carrboro, though. read more

Spent 4 days in N.C., visiting from the Northwest. Tried 8 different coffee shops between Raleigh and the coast and Gray Squirrel was the BEST! It was so good, we went back for a second cappuccino just hours later. Cappuccino with maple syrup...so yummy, velvety foam, smooth taste, what a find! read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Cappuccino + maple syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Location tip: the sign outside is Yester Years, and it's snuggled right between Amante and Cat's Cradle (plenty of parking) True coffee lovers will thoroughly enjoy this coffee shop. There are about a dozen different beverage options to choose from so it's a bit more limited than most other places, but the quality is superb. I enjoyed an almond milk latte (they do not have soy milk) with the visually satisfying latte art. I might try the Con Panna next time--espresso with whipped cream. There are only a few pastries to choose from, and they also offer toast w/butter. Not sure about their teas, but I'm pretty sure this place is mainly focused on coffee. Seating: plenty of wooden tables and chairs to share with friends or strangers. There's a corner with a few small couches and table. There's also a long, narrow wooden bar/counter along a wall for just drinks. Dislikes: I could only find one outlet behind the couch which is inconvenient for me to do work on my laptop. So I suggest to come with a fully charged laptop or bring a book. Plus, it was freezing inside--albeit it is winter. But I'm sure this place is perfectly fine in warmer weather with its wooden patio outside as well. Listen for your drink order and pick it up at the counter! read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Pumpkin bread & almond milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Cafe is open until 3:30(M-F)/4:30(S-Su) and the bar opens when the cafe closes, until I think about midnight? Their coffee is a little pricey, but I think it's worth it. I tried the mocha latte with whipped cream and it was delicious! I'm not a big coffee person so that says something. :) Also, it's a great place to study! Pretty reliable WiFi and lots of tables. Tables are pretty big so it's nice to be able to spread stuff out. Only downsides are that it can get a little crowded and sometimes there isn't any open areas on busy days & there aren't a lot of plugs so those with laptops, make sure you come with a full battery. I will be back for sure! read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Mocha latte with whipped cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Quaint cafe in the heart of bustling downtown Chapel Hill .. recommend if you want space to relax, sip and work .. perfect harmony read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Chai almond tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

I feel especially lucky to have such an excellent coffee bean roaster in Carrboro. Great espresso, great coffee beans and great service

Latte was very good. The inside was clean and had a nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.

Love how this is in the same place as Yester Years, another wonderful establishment! It is such a wonderful place to relax and catch up on some work. The employees are nice and will answer any questions you have! Super chill. Not sure if this is a seasonal item, but the Dona Chai is so good here. My friend's latte was awesome as well! I wish they had more menu selections or were willing to make things outside the menu. My friend asked for a dirty chai but they said they couldn't make it ‍ That's okay, their stuff is so good!! Pretty generic prices for a coffee place 2-5$ depending on what you get. All in all, a really pleasant place to get coffee and relax! read more

Gray Squirrel Coffee - Super basic branding - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Good atmosphere good service, solid coffee. Will definitely return next time I'm in Chapel Hill.