I found Garden Bar here on Yelp and went on a Saturday. They are not too crowded and the bar is…read morenear the front. Great prices for a nice mimosa or beer to enjoy while shopping and you get to keep the cute cup. The staff were all extremely helpful and guided me through their greenhouse helping me find things that suited my needs. They had a private party in a room off to the side that is semi-private. I could see a bit and it was very cute and a nice size for hosting. There were not many plants outside on the front and the greenhouse was nicely stocked but not full. So some may consider the selection a bit small, but it was still nice. They had tons of beautiful pottery and lots of supplies to also choose from. The prices on some of the plants seemed high for other places in the area I've seen the same or similar. I would definitely come back!

Atlantic Gardening is an incredible garden center and Garden Bar! I enjoyed a lovely mango spritzer…read morewhile wandering through the gardens. My sister and I found some beautiful orchids and other plants to take home. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves plants and wants a unique experience while discovering new plant babies to bring home.

For this week's edition of coffee shop Saturday, I chose Iris Coffee Lab. It's a block away from…read morethe Glenwood South area, located in a little neighborhood of condos, apartments and small businesses. There's plenty of seating inside and outside. There is street parking with a couple of garages nearby. I ordered as soon as I arrived and sat inside to enjoy my vanilla latte on a very hot afternoon. The service is good, everyone is friendly. The latte was perfect, strong and hot!!! It's busy and somewhat loud inside, but great for catching up with friends or working.

Note to future self: please don't come back! I've been here once before and I think we tried the…read morecherry marzipan, and this time I got an iced vanilla latte with just regular milk. Pretty blah. Lexi you can make better coffee at home. Just stay home. Staff were very nice and space was open

Great Coffee paired with local chocolate is a match made in heaven…read more Black and White offers an incredibly wide range of beans for both the afficionado and the novice. Baristas here know how to highlight the origin, process, roast, and brew method--as well as perfecetly textured milk. A little bit busy and tight when I first walked in, there's plenty of space outside (as long as it's not too cold) and the packed nature lends itself to the busy/cozy vibes that we all long for when looking for a local cup of coffee. For a nationally recognized roastery and distributer, I was both impressed and happy that Black and White's storefront was able to back it up.

10/10 Fantastic I…read morecan't explain it besides - it has such a full flavor best latte I've had! Wish I knew the secret so I could replicate at home, but i'll just have to keep coming back Great outdoor patio as well

Great vibes and excellent peeps. Best cortado and avocado toast in the area. See photo.read more

Stopped by Brew Coffee Bar while working in Cary and it turned out to be a great, convenient find…read more There's plenty of parking in the shopping center, which makes getting in and out easy. When you walk inside, you're greeted by a large, open space with a clean, minimalist design that feels modern without being cold. The menu is where this place stands out. There are a lot of fun choices, including several unique options you don't see at most coffee spots, which makes it worth exploring beyond your usual order. I kept it simple and went with a red eye, and it delivered--good, solid coffee with the extra kick you want when you're in the middle of a workday. Overall, a convenient stop with a cool atmosphere and a menu that brings something a little different to the table. Definitely a good spot to keep in mind if you're in the Cary area.

What a cool spot to grab a cup of coffee (and other treats and merchandise). There is plenty of…read moreseating outside. There is so much cool, different decor to admire. I ordered a latte with a shot of lavender. So good! I wish this place was closer to me- I would stop by all the time!

Stopped by Pine State Coffee over the weekend as there are so many coffee shops I've been wanting…read moreto try around the triangle area. When you arrive there is parking available out front and also in the gravel lot behind the coffee shop. When you walk in you'll be transported to a woodsy feel, community driven coffee shop. To order you'll walk up to the counter to place your order. I ordered the 16 oz peach latte which just a heads up that the 16 oz has 4 shots of espresso in it. Since it was peach season I had to try their freshly made peach syrup. The latte was good and the beans were a bit more on the acidic side which I enjoy. You may want to stir the latte a bit as there was a bit of syrup at the bottom of the cup. Definitely check this place out if you are in the Mordecai neighborhood in Raleigh and are looking for good coffee.

Pulled up to the drive-thru, caffeine was the mission, Hair…read morewas a mess and I had zero ambition. Rolled in around nine, maybe closer to ten, Said "please make it strong" like I meant it, my friend. Deja Brew said bet and they came through quick, Coffee had me functional, now that's a neat trick. Service was sweet, the whole vibe was too, I came for a latte and left brand-new. So if life's got you dragging and your brain says "nope," Pull into Deja Brew, they're basically hope.

If I haven't put you on to Deja Brew yet, let me give you another reason to visit. I came by on a…read moreTuesday morning when I was out of coffee at home and in desperate need of caffeine. I asked for their largest iced raspberry latte and I was not prepared for the size. Perhaps half a liter? And only for $8! Talk about affordable in these times.

Part of the Coffee Passport: Amazing horchata, specifically the matcha horchata! Favorite coffee so…read morefar!! Clean environment too! Comes with a lil treat too!

Ordered via Door Dash several times. The Dulce Cookie Butter Latte and the Dubai mini pancakes…read more Both 10/10. Pancakes are soft , fluffy and not too sweet. Latte was also sweetened perfectly. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because one day I went into the store and the cashier taking my order was not pleasant and he seemed annoyed when I asked for him to add the Dubai chocolate to my pancakes.

Phenomenal, as always The tuna has a delightful, refreshing…read morecitrus sauce that compliments the fish really well. The fried chicken - I don't get fried chicken ever, but I am so glad I did. Amazing crunch and juicy chicken. 10/10 Also staff was sweet, as always and I love that they turn down the overhead lighting and switch to lamps for dinner

Heirloom is this Asian-inspired cafe in downtown Raleigh. There is no parking lot so find street…read moreparking or parking garage. It is cute inside with a fair number of tables for people to study or work. They have lots of drinks, including matcha, and food (brunch, lunch, and dinner). The service was friendly and efficient! Items came out fast. My friends and I got the Saucey Char Siu Bowl, Furikake Fries, and Crispy Chicken Biscuit (Nashville Hot & Hot Honey). The Furikake Fries were thin and not heavily seasoned! It came with a spicy ketchup which was good to dip the fries in. I got the Crispy Chicken Biscuit in Hot Honey. The chicken is basically Taiwanese popcorn chicken and it was fried to perfection! The hot honey flavor did not really come through for me, but the biscuit was pretty soft. Overall, this is a nice cafe! Lots of food and drink options with an Asian twist.

Love Sonder so so so much! I have gone several times and have not stopped thinking about the banana…read morepudding latte since I got it the first time (I hope it makes a return someday). I love the concept of a coffee flight so much and I appreciate that Sonder lets you build your own instead of having set flavor options. Diner day was such a fun experience and the service was pretty quick despite how long the lines were. Will happily attend future fun events here and be back for more fun latte flavors.

Sonder is a cute coffee shop in Wendell that I've been to twice now but unfortunately, it just…read moreisn't a favorite of mine. The first time, I got the banana latte, which was good. On my second visit, I tried an iced coffee flight, but unfortunately, the coffees were very watery and lacked much flavor. The service also hasn't been the best during either visit. I really wanted to love Sonder, but based on my experiences so far, I don't think it's somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again.

I had lunch here for the first time a few days ago with 7 other people and it was great! The…read moreparking is complicated, but the restaurant is very elegant and pleasant. I had the BLT (which if you've read my other reviews you'll know is my go-to everywhere) and it was perfection. Superb toasted bread, crispy bacon, a deliciously herby mayo, and juicy tomatoes. The side salad that came with it wasn't exciting, but it didn't need to be because the BLT was so good. Our waiter was gracious and attentive and he let us know about the 20% tip that was added to all our checks before we paid. Overall, a wholly pleasant dining experience! That said, I also got one of their giant cinnamon rolls to go. They're enormous (a good 7-8" across!) and looked amazing, but I thought it was overly dense, dry, and in places didn't have any flavor except dry, bland bread. In some spots near the middle, it felt a little doughy, perhaps slightly undercooked. It was also a lot more expensive than I had expected and I felt wasteful throwing part of it away, but it just wasn't worth eating all of it. My husband didn't like it at all and only had one bite. I'm still giving the place 5 stars because my sandwich was superb, but I'd personally skip the cinnamon rolls. Maybe I caught them on an off day? Other people seem to love them, but mine was not great.

The location is in a nice area, although the parking situation is a little inconvenient. You have…read moreto register your car through an app to receive two hours of free parking, which feels like an unnecessary hassle. The coffee itself was good, and under different circumstances, I would happily return. However, I was disappointed to pay $14 for two small coffees and then be asked to pay an additional credit card fee. I love supporting local businesses, but I don't feel a credit card fee is reasonable, especially at that price point. Another downside is the lack of seating for customers who simply want to stop in and enjoy a coffee. The setup feels more like a grab-and-go spot or a place where you sit down for a full meal with table service, rather than a traditional coffee shop where you can relax and enjoy your drink. Unfortunately, between the inconvenient parking, the credit card fee, and the lack of a comfortable place to sit, I probably won't be returning. That's disappointing because the coffee was genuinely good, and I wanted to love this local spot.