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    4.5 (22 reviews)

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    Natalie P.

    There are so many great coffee shops opening in Charlotte! Killer coffee is up there with the best of them. First off- it is located inside resident culture. A huge open space, so during a weekday, there was plenty of seating available. The coffee menu was not overwhelming and I knew I wanted the Pumpkin latte from the start. I had seen it on Instagram and noted a lot the ingredients were either home made or local. The flavors of the drink really did shine! It was a nice mix of spicy fall flavors with creamy milk. It was better than Starbucks in my opinion (and it's local.. so a win!!). A small pumpkin latte will run you about $6. I also had a bite of a breakfast taco. Wow! Yum! The tortilla was extra fluffy- I love when the are like that. I chose to have egg and chorizo filling and both were present in high quantities. The taco was about $6 also. Fast and friendly service! I can't wait to go back!

    Mateo M.

    Sublime coffee shop located inside resident culture. Great coffee and tacos to enjoy before it's time to have a beer. I ordered a latte and a chorizo taco. It's pretty popular here, so the wait was longer than I had expected, but once they arrived, it was top notch all the way around. The latte was smooth with a slightly bitter kick, just the way I like. The taco was a good size for the price, and the chorizo, while a bit greasy, was popping with flavor and blended well with the egg and cheese, and the tortilla was quite enjoyable as well. Definitely a good place to stop for coffee in south end!

    Kiera B.

    Amazing Food ~ I was in Charlotte for work for a couple of days and got stuck trying a couple of different places out for breakfast/lunch and Killer Coffee really stood out. The lattes and food were both amazing! I defiantly want to come back and bring my friends.

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    Jenelle R.

    Likes: - Great coffee 100% of the time! - Love the horchata latte, esp the fact that it's dairy free but still creamy - Love that you can order from toro bruto at the same time as you order your coffee - Always super friendly and helpful staff, including the manager Charlie - Like that the menu offers all the classics and a few unique options...makes it easy to choose from - Simple, classic design and clean space Dislikes: - Only hard part is the location since parking can be tough, but that's the same with any other place in this area

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    Sathya A.

    At first glance, I was already impressed by the roomy environment and friendly greetings. The variety on the menu is diverse and inclusive of all lactose intolerance needs. Dirty horchata- tastes creamy like there's real milk (but it's rice and cashew), not too sweet, not too strong if you are looking for something slight Hibiscus with berry- I'm a huge fan of hisbiscus, because I love hot water with lemon, and this tasted perfect. They even ask if you want to add honey or simply syrup if you like it on the sweeter side! Apple cider matcha latte- a twist to the normal matcha latte, but you can definitely taste the apple cider. I personally prefer a classic matcha latte but I would recommend if you're looking to branch out and love the option to try something new. The staff was welcoming, re warmed up our drinks, and checked in with us. The high roof makes the space more open, perfect place to hang with friends or study!

    Matthew C.

    Would a restaurant be named killer if that didn't have caffeine? Look, I love Starbucks. This place brings the caffeine. The food is absolutely delicious and it's hidden in resident culture. It's a great spot to do work and focus on what you're doing. If you want a shake up & a pick up, you need to head to killer coffee .

    Best coffee in town if you ask me! Friendly baristas that make an effort to get to know you, remember your order, and engage in a warm way! Love the breakfast food too. Amazing ambiance in the space too. Always a solid playlist fitting the vibe. 10/10

    Iced latte and dulce latte
    Haley R.

    I love the atmosphere of resident culture during the day. There was a good amount of people but not packed which was nice. Killer coffee is in the back corner of the bar. The coffee was great and the barista was really friendly.

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    Steffi M.

    Stopped by this place while I was in charlotte for the day. It is attached to a restaurant, and is located in the back. The gentleman taking my order had great suggestions and helped me pick a drink I would enjoy. I got the cafe la olla and it was so good!

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    Gabby K.

    Love the staff here, they're so friendly and nice. Soldi coffee that never disappoints. A greta WFH spot too. I haven't tried their breakfast menu, but the tacos look awesome. A staple for coffee in South end

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    Wasn't even open during the claimed hours of operation. Came on a sunday at 11am, all doors locked. The sign clearly says open until 3pm.

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    Happened to be in Charlotte for a few days and got to try it. Missing it all the way in New York now. Fruit loop matcha 12/10 must try

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    Great vibey coffee spot! Had a breakfast sandwich and a nice oat latte. Could see myself working here during the day! Super fun!

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    I wish Haraz got here years ago- their dining area is nice with creamy delicious matchas. I've…read moretried their strawberry, peach , pistachio, and lavender flavored matchas (no shocker- I'm addicted) lol. I have also tasted their iced white mocha latte and it was very sweet for a "regular"sweetened drink. Any time you place an order, you can customize your beverage sweetness. Their service is a little slow when they're busy but that's ok- it's worth the wait lol. There's tables to sit at while you wait.

    I want to start by saying that I typically enjoy drinks from Haraz. I was excited about the new…read morelocation opening and decided to stop by this morning for a Strawberry Cloud Matcha. I had recently tried this drink at another Haraz location and loved it so much that I officially considered myself a matcha drinker. When I received my drink, I noticed it looked much pinker than it had at the other locations I'd visited. I assumed it had just been mixed and that the usual layers of matcha, strawberry, and whipped cloud had blended together, so I didn't think much of it. However, after taking my first sip in the car, it immediately tasted like strawberry milk. Since I was on my way to work, I kept drinking it, expecting the matcha flavor to come through, but it never did. It was disappointing because the drink was nothing like the one I've had several times at other Haraz locations. I hope this location places an emphasis on training and consistency so the drinks meet the same standard as the rest of the Haraz locations. On a positive note, the staff members were kind, welcoming, and greeted me as soon as I walked in.

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    Qahwah House was such a cool coffee shop! As a history and coffee nerd, I can honestly say that I…read morethink that this was the first time that a coffee shop made me smarter. That's because they had a huge map outlining the historical trade routes that coffee beans were transported on, as well as an homage to some of the patrons of coffee cultivation. They backed up these historical displays with great customer service, a solid cup of coffee, and a truly mesmerizing ambiance. I've been to so many coffee shops in my life, and Qahwah House was the first time, if not ever, then definitely in a long time, that I felt like I experienced something unique. I loved it. Overall, I loved Qahwah House, and I'll assuredly be back as soon as I can. I'd also recommend it to anybody looking for something new to experience!

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    I stopped by this coffee shop expecting caffeine, and instead got... an experience? The coffee was…read moresomehow both exactly what I needed and not at all what I thought I ordered. It tasted like focus, with subtle notes of questioning my life choices--in a good way. The atmosphere felt like a place where time either slows down or speeds up depending on how long you stare at your cup. The barista seemed to understand my order before I said it, which was comforting and mildly unsettling. I left more awake than when I arrived, but not entirely sure if it was because of the coffee or the existential clarity it provided. Either way, I'll definitely be back, unless I already am.

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