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    4.2 (674 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Buffalo Chicken Biscuit
    Jj J.

    A low light, laidback atmosphere with personal staff who serve you with a smile. The buffalo chicken biscuit may look a little messy, but the flavor is on point and has just the right amount of spice to it to hit your cravings of savory with a touch of heat! The nitro cold brew is a delight and will wake you up in no time! Plenty of seating options along with a sort of quiet/meeting room and outdoor seating. A solid coffee option when you're journeying around the downtown area.

    Fried chicken egg and cheese biscuit with sausage gravy and some more treats in the background
    Justin F.

    It's about time I updated my review on Krankies! To be blunt: I love them! Their biscuits and sandwiches and coffee drinks are consistently great every time, and I especially love their blueberry biscuit. If you surprise me with just that, I will thank you with a big hug or a handshake if you prefer! And I do enjoy their space there, especially when it isn't too crowded. It's a vibe, and the staff are super nice too! Their breakfast sandwich is so good too, with a spicy fried chicken, egg, cheese, bacon, and jam perhaps and a side of their sausage gravy to dip - and drink! So good, it's always a consideration in my mind when I'm downtown.

    Anna C.

    Finally made it over here to krankies after wanting to go for over a year... let me tell you the hype is totally worth it! Such a cool spot! Total industrial vibes inside. The line was crazy long but moved quick and our food came out lightning fast! So many cool details, they sell clothing, alcohol, coffees, cinnamon buns, and, of course their biscuits, which were the main event for us. I cannot rave enough about how delicious the biscuits were, buttery, flaky, HUGE! We got the bluebird, full monty, and the krankies classic, along with a horchata latte and the wedge fries. The horchata was not crazy sweet which I liked, the fries were huge and delicious and the biscuits were out of this world! I will be back on another cheat day for sure!

    Golden Delicious
    Emily P.

    Krankie's is a favorite breakfast/coffee spot of mine in Winston! I mean, who doesn't love fried chicken, biscuits, and coffee? I got the Golden Delicious this time, which has fried chicken, sage, apple butter, bacon, and Gouda. It was very tasty! Loved the combination of flavors. For coffee, I got an iced oat milk latte with their seasonal white chocolate cold foam. Not too sweet which I liked! We sat inside since it was a chilly January day and it was very calm and peaceful for hanging out with my family. The service was quick and friendly too!

    Elexis D.

    I was corrected, i must have went on a bad day because doing this rerun tour was well worth it. Hot, fresh and season to perfection!

    Bluebird
    Denae K.

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for Krankies *self-disappointed sigh* I LOVE Krankies! It's the perfect place for a hearty and tasty meal with a flavorful coffee. This last weekend, a friend and I stopped in after walking the Salem Lake Trail and enjoyed biscuit sandwiches and coffee. I got the Bluebird and my friend got the Dirty South. Besides the sandwiches being only mildly warm, they were delicious. We each also ordered drinks - I got one of the fall flavored drinks (I ordered it hot - it was barely warm, but still very good). We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful fall day- the seating outside is great and plenty, but there is also tons of seating inside as well. They are quick and call out orders over a speaker you can hear from anywhere (outside or inside) so you don't have to stand and wait for your order to be called. There is a lot of parking nearby - either in the smaller gravel lot they have (a bit bumpy, but it works), street parking, or the parking deck a block away. WARNING: if you go on a weekend, expect a crowd/line and food/drinks won't be super hot because they are in a rush to serve so many guests, but everything will still taste good. If you want hot food/drinks, either get there early or go during the week or during bad weather when it's less busy.

    Hot Chai tea latte with oat milk. Yummy!
    Kiesha S.

    Have you ever had someone tell you to try something because you would "love it," and you think, "Yeah. Ok. Maybe. "? This happened to me recently when my niece was SUPER excited over a biscuit she had from a coffee shop. Yes. A biscuit from a coffee shop. They don't mix in my mind either, so I listened to her excitement, I was happy for her, and because I am THAT Auntie, I even committed (internally) to check it out. After all, if my baby was that excited, I need to see what they're putting in their food anyway. IYKYK So, I make my way down to this Krankie's place. It seems ok. It's a beatnik-looking spot as you leave downtown Winston-Salem. It's a little unexpected, in that, it's quirky for this city. It's dark, moody, a lil' comfy. In addition to a Chai latte with soy milk, served hot, I was obligated to try one of their biscuits. OMG!!! My niece KNEW what she was trying to help her Auntie with, y'all. When I tell you that biscuit, "slapped!" Wooo child. I need to sit down and fan myself just this king about it. I mean, I really need some air really quick. Hot. I don't eat meat, so I had a (Vegan) Chicken Biscuit (they also have Vegan sausage, but that's not the same sausage in their sausage gravy, so be careful!) with egg and cheese, and then I added pimento cheese, plus many packets of my favorite hot sauce (Texas Pete !!!) in the bag. Baaaaaby. Just look at the pitcha! Look at it, now! Does that look like it doesn't taste good? Listennnnn. That biscuit tasted like my Momma or my Grammy rolled that biscuit that morning! It was so good and warm and ummmmm. , everything else was harmonious with it. And EVERYTHING was gigantic. They didn't hold anything back. And this was the PLANT-BASED Chicken, y'all. They have a whole menu of biscuits that have my mouth watering (Lord knows I am not going to eat them!), for stuff I KNOW you are going to love, if you eat meat. My BIL and niece don't miss a chance to stop by the place. Two warnings: #1 It is in "the cut." I drove past the place and the driveway before I found it, and their parking lot is neither paved nor ample. Be ready. #2 It stays busy during downtown lunch time, but they keep it rolling. However, it is one of those places worth standing around for. Bring your patience. I was in and out in less than five minutes, but it took that long because I was new. ‍ Most people love their coffee and chai. The chai for me was just "meh", but I am a tea snob (that's what traveling does to ya ).

    Annie D.

    Loved this spot for breakfast! It was a quick walk from my hotel. I got the blueberry biscuit chicken sandwich. It was so good and such a great balance of sweet and salty. Although there was a jam on the sandwich, it was a little dry and because it's a biscuit sandwich, it fell apart as I ate it. So quite a messy meal but the flavors were a 10/10. I visited a little later on a weekday so they unfortunately were out of the drink I wanted. They had a lot of coffee options and the service was quick. I took it to go but they had plenty of seating inside and outside.

    Chicken biscuit
    Jay T.

    I stopped by Krankies and tried their coffee and chicken biscuit, and it was pretty good. The coffee was smooth, fresh, and had a really nice flavor without being too strong. The biscuit was warm and flaky, and the chicken had a great seasoning with a good crunch. Everything tasted like it was made fresh. The service was quick and friendly, which made the visit even better. And it was pretty busy when i went... Overall, Krankies is definitely a spot I'd come back to for a solid breakfast and a good cup of coffee.

    Brooke P.

    I need to update my review for Krankies although not much has changed. Still the great coffee and biscuits that you can expect from them. They have changed the room in which you order which I like better because it's more spacious. I love a sweet and salty combo so I went with the bluebird. The biscuit was soft and the toppings were plentiful just like I like it. If the biscuit isn't sloppy I don't want it. My husband got the hangover biscuit with gravy on the side which was also heavenly. I need to stop forgetting about Krankies because their breakfast is elite!

    I had the bluebird biscuit and Man. It was good.‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼
    Nathaniel H.

    I had a bluebird biscuit and I think a orange scone and that lavender fizz. It was amazing.‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼

    Caroline S.

    The gingerbread cold brew was ok. A little bit watery. The bluebird sandwich was amazing! My husband got the hangover, I didn't get a photo. But the bacon on his was alarming. Almost looked raw. He just took it off and still ate the sandwich. Over all good place. Very long line but got our food quickly.

    Bloody Mary and a High Life chaser for some dude named "Skott" with a "k"
    Scott C.

    My understanding is Krankie's has changed a bit in recent years from a somewhat low-key, hidden local gem serving only coffee to a more mainstream well-known shop that serves food, especially since the recent development in the Innovation District. I only recently moved to the Winston-Salem area, so I never knew that version, but I do think the current Krankie's is pretty nice too. I'm kind of basic in my coffee choices so I'm usually getting an Americano 90% of the time but every Americano I've gotten here has been perfect. The food which is apparently a new addition is where they really shine. They serve a variety of biscuits that have been amazing every time, from a classic style to a spicy "Nashville hot" chicken biscuit. Because I apparently hate my digestive system I usually get a Nashville hot chicken and pair it with a spicy Bloody Mary. I don't say this lightly but their spicy Bloody Mary's are also one of the better ones I've ever had. They also have little chaser bottles of High Life to go with your Bloody Mary or enjoy on its own, which is automatic kudos in my book. As if that's not cool enough, they also have an Art-O-Mat. Overall they are typically pretty busy in the morning, especially on Saturdays, but the service is usually quick, efficient and friendly. I've never had to wait long even during peak hours. The only downside I can think of is things add up here quick and I usually spend a little more than expected. Also their hours are a bit limited and could be longer. But overall this a solid local coffee place that fits the downtown Arts District vibe well, would recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Krankies

    Is breakfast served up until closing time or only at certain hours? And is it available during the weekday? I want to try one of their biscuits but avoid the weekend crowd at the same time.

    Same menu for all hours.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yup! Dogs are allowed on the patio!

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    Comfortable spot to get a coffee, pastry, or even some beer or wine situated right in the heart of…read moreOld Salem making it very convenient to all of downtown. This spot is like an oasis, especially if you're fortunate enough to be able to sit in the more den like area up front with the large windows. Comfy couches and chairs there that you can easily sink into, if you weren't having coffee, you'd probably be having a nap! I had one of their seasonal spring coffees on my visit, a latte infused with some of their signature lemon Moravian cookie zest. Yum! Was the perfect refreshing pick me up for my day ahead, and I got to do some work from the aforementioned comfy chairs on my phone. Things got loud as some school field trips started to filter through, but I am sure that is a big boost for their business, so I don't mind. Great spot!

    This is such a cute little coffee shop tucked away in Old Salem, and parking is very easy right in…read morefront. They offer all your coffee favorites along with breakfast sandwiches and baked goods. I ordered a matcha and really enjoyed it. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the space itself is calm and not overly noisy, great for a coffee dates or a relaxing break. One of the best parts is grabbing your drink and walking around Old Salem afterward to take in the history and charm. Overall, a great little spot that's absolutely worth visiting.

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    My wife and I stopped in for a small bite while we were in Winston delivering art to a gallery, and…read moredecided to grab a small bite. Did a quick yelp search, and found Camino wasn't too far from where we were. We walked over and found it clustered in a nice area with several restaurants we've visited in the past. There was a short line, and only one person taking/making orders behind the counter. I couldn't figure out what the other two were doing, but he was able to keep the line moving fairly fast. We ordered a slice of quiche and a Danish to share. We asked for the quiche to have to have there, and the Danish to go, so asked to have it heated. They said they couldn't heat any food, but pointed us in to the microwave in the dining area which was a bit odd to me. Otherwise, the food was tasty. They've got a good bit of a seating inside with a laid back, relaxed feel. They've got some art on the walls, assuming from local artists for sale. They also have a small patio out front on the sidewalk. We did need to use the bathroom before leaving, which are locked, and you need to ask the staff for code to use them, which isn't something we're used to.

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    Ummm..no. I think the main selling point for this place is the historical building that it's in and…read morethe cool ambience inside. It was packed for a Friday at noon. Service = not great. I felt like I interrupted the gentlemen's conversation by trying to order and they were not very friendly. The veggie quiche was over $7 and kind of small. I was still hungry. It was good though. I'll add that I did not try the coffee (which apparently is a staple) There are so many OTHER breakfast and coffee spots in the city... I'll just say that.

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    If you're looking for great coffee in Winston-Salem on a more quiet, bright/chill atmosphere, then…read morei'd recommend Sayso Coffee. They're located between downtown and Old Salem and fun fact: Sayso serves Black and White Coffee, which is based in Raleigh, NC! I occasionally visit this spot and the times that I've been here never disappoints. The barista has always been welcoming and helpful. What I like about Sayso is that they make their own syrups, which is a bonus for me! They even create special drinks for every season as well. I tried the Jasmine Flash Brew for their Spring '26 menu and it was great! They also carry some local baked goods from Bobby Boy Bakeshop, too.

    Sayso Coffee is one of our favorite spots, especially because they do matcha so well, it's always…read moresmooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced, never bitter or overly sweet. Being right across from Old Salem, it's location is perfect after a morning walk through the misty history (see what I did there?) Parking on the street is free and usually easy and stress-free (so is their wi-fi). I order the matcha (with almond milk) every time and it's consistently excellent, whether hot or iced. My boyfriend tried the iced Moravian Sugar Cake Latte, and it was absolutely life changing! I am begging the owner to keep this one on the menu year round! Smooth and full of rich cinnamon-sugar flavor that felt both indulgent and comforting. The drinks are always carefully made, beautifully presented with art on the foam and taste just as good as they look. The barista said the flavored syrups are made in house. With great flavors, a welcoming vibe, and consistently high quality, Sayso Coffee has become a place we keep coming back to again and again. The interior is unassuming and not "girly froo-froo" as my son named some other coffee shops. There is a large, open section of seating attached to the coffee bar in which the sunlight pouring in the windows makes you want to sit longer and feel the warm-belly cozy from your coffee. You could definitely have a first date, mom meetup, Sunday book club, card game group, or homework sess. Cool, non-vocal jazz is usually playing and live plants inside are always listening to the happy conversations. I have seen some bakery items also, probably need to get there early for the best selection. I'm always curious of the naming of small businesses. Apparently the term "Say So" implies confidence, self-expression, and speaking up about what you like, which fits well with choosing your favorite drink or having your own taste and style. Love it

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    4.8(5 reviews)
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    The smell when you come in is as sweet as when you open up that fresh bag of coffee beans, and you…read moreinhale a long whiff of it, wanting to enjoy it forever. That would describe the atmosphere at Pour! There are little cafe type tables to sit alone or with others, sipping on hot coffee, and there are windows so you can look out at downtown and there is mellow music playing in the background, maybe a live musician on his/her guitar, piano, etc on certain nights as well as even wine tastings! Be sure to sample the homemade selection of baked goods as well Pour is a beautiful purple and gold themed place to just think, relax and people watch.

    This place is a hidden gem. I brought my kids here to try a hot chocolate on a cold day. They loved…read moretheir drink (and the extra chocolate sauce William put in there for them), so this place is kid-approved. I'm not a coffee fan (which drives my wife crazy) but do like green tea...but that's the extent of my hot drink knowledge. I learned more in the 10 minutes I spent there from William than I ever knew before. William knew how tea was made American-style, as well as Japanese and British versions. I opted for a chai (with almond milk) and it was delicious. Now I'm a fan of chai tea! William was knowledgeable, friendly, and offered incredible service. They seem very community-focused, with date night and social events all throughout the week. I'm a big fan of supporting local business and plan on continuing to support this one! (and that was the sound of my kids cheering because that means more hot chocolate for them!) Thanks for the service, William, this place rocks!

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